Positive Ageing Month - October 2022

Derry/Londonderry 

Strabane 

2022 

#positiveageingwest

Welcome to 

Positive Ageing Month 

As Head of Health Improvement, Equality and Involvement for 

the Western Health & Social Care Trust, I am delighted once 

again to support the annual Positive Ageing Campaign. This 

is a great example of how working together can achieve great 

results. I would like to thank all our partners for providing a 

wide range of activities and events for older people. 

Positive Ageing month puts a focus on the 5 steps to wellbeing 

- Be Active, Connect, Take Notice, Give and Keep Learning. 

This year there are many opportunities to participate in 

programmes that will allow you to achieve all these steps. The varied programme 

offers dancing, swimming, poetry and opportunities to meet new or old friends, 

reading the newspapers over tea. What is not to like? There are too many 

activities to mention so I would encourage you to take a look and attend as many 

as you can!!!! 

Seamus Ward 

Head of Health Improvement, Equality and Involvement, WHSCT 

As Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council I am delighted to introduce 

this programme for Positive Ageing Month 2022, a month long festival to support 

older people. This year’s programme offers a wealth of opportunities for citizens 

aged 50+ years to be included in all aspects of community life across the district. 

Locally the Age Friendly Programme aims to engrain the inclusion of older people 

by increasing participation, ensure access to services and making sure this is an 

enjoyable place for people to live and grow older in. 

The wide range of opportunities are reflective of the 

partnership working by all stakeholders including the 

community and voluntary sector who continuously reach 

out to support our older citizens. I would like to thank 

everyone for their contributions, and also the Western 

Health and Social Care Trust and the Public Health 

Agency for their ongoing support. 

Finally, I would encourage you all to use Positive Ageing 

Month as an opportunity to try something new, get along to 

as many of the events as possible and encourage others 

to join you as well. 

Councillor Sandra Duffy 

Mayor, Derry City and Strabane District Council 

The details in this brochure were correct at the time of going to print. Activities may 

be subject to change due to government updates and / or Covid-19 guidelines. 

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Programme of Events 

There are lots of events happening throughout October. Whilst some are one off many are 

happening every week and will only appear in this calendar on the first day of the month. 

Wednesday 28th September 

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Saturday 1st October 

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Linking Generations Northern Ireland (LGNI) Network Meeting 

Find out more about intergenerational work, training, support, networking and 

other opportunities including their small grants scheme being launched “Food 

for Life Get Together Christmas Small Grants” opening on 1st October. Contact 

Joyce Savage on Joyce.Savage@bjf.org.uk or visit 

www.linkinggenerationsni.com/news/ 

Get Active this October 

Use this month as an opportunity to start to get more active, more often. Visit 

www.derrystrabaneleisure.com/ to view a range of classes and activities 

Step Challenge - Positive Ageing Month 

Walking is the perfect form of exercise to help achieve this and you are 

encouraged you to take part in a ‘Step Challenge’ this month with a chance of 

winning a prize. Contact health.improvement@westerntrust.hscni.net to get a 

copy of the challenge. 

Tea and Newspapers at Derry Central Library 

Tea and Newspapers is on every Saturday, with complimentary refreshments. 

Phone 028 7122 9990 or email derrycentral.library@librariesni.org.uk for further 

information. 

I Am No Mortal Age Exhibition at Derry Central Library 

This Libraries NI partnership event with WHSCT’S Creggan Day Care Centre 

looks at a selection of famous and local women’s opinions on getting older. 

Running from 27th September to 1st October. Free event contact Deirdre Mc 

Laughlin on 028 71 229993 or deirdre.mclaughlin@librariesni.org.uk 

Tea and Newspapers in Creggan Library 


Phone 028 7126 6168 or email Creggan.Library@librariesni.org.uk for further 

information. 

Cryptic Corner at Castlederg Library 

Have a go at solving puzzles in the Cryptic Corner every Saturday. Contact 028 

8167 1419 or email castlederg.library@librariesni.org.uk for further information 

Tea and Newspapers at Strathfoyle Library 


Phone 028 7186 0385 or email strathfoyle.library@librariesni.org.uk 

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Sunday 2nd October 

Monday 3rd October 

Your Happy Place 2023 Age Friendly Calendar Competition 

An exciting competition for your image to be included in the 2023 Age Friendly 

Calendar. This image should capture what or where makes you feel happy. 

Images can be a painting or a photograph (without people) taken within the Derry 

and Strabane District Council area by a resident aged 50+ years. Please return 

your entry to the Age Friendly Co-ordinator by post or email before 21st October 

to 98 Strand Road, Derry, BT48 7NN or email agefriendly@derrystrabane.com 

Launch of WHSCT Small Grants for Older Peoples Groups 

The Positive Ageing Small Grants Programme is funded by the Public Health 

Agency and administered by the Western Health & Social Care Trust and aims 

to support activities and programmes specifically for older people which will 

commence throughout October 2022 and be delivered up until 31st March 2023. 

Grants are to be used for activities or programmes for older people aged 50+ 

to improve physical activity and reduce social isolation. Closes on 17th October 

2022. Contact the Health Improvement Equality and Involvement Department on 

028 7186 5127 or email involve@westerntrust.hscni.net 

ALLY Foyle (Active Living in Later Years) 

ALLY Foyle continue to offer individual packs to older people which may include 

puzzles, Sudoku, word search, jigsaws, colouring book, pencils, art and crafts 

items. To receive a pack contact 028 7126 5098 or email info@allyfoyle.com 

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10:30am 

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12:30pm 


Tea and Newspapers with free light refreshments is on every Monday. Phone 028 

7122 9990 or email derrycentral.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Irish Language Class (for beginners) at Creggan Library 

Free weekly class for complete beginners every Monday. Booking not essential. 

Contact 028 7126 6168 or email Creggan.Library@librariesni.org.uk 

Stepping On – (9 week Falls Prevention Programme for over 65’s) 

Offering balancing and strengthening exercises to help reduce falls whilst 

increasing self confidence in situations where risk of falling is higher. 

Two programmes running from Monday 12th September - 7th November in Irish Street 

Community Centre, 19a Bann Drive, BT48 2HJ. Contact Lorraine@bbhealthforum.org 

Monday 19th September – 14th November in Old Library Trust, Healthy 

Living Centre, BT48 9QG. Contact jonathan@olt.ie or telephone 028 7137 3870. 

Alternatively contact Davina.Coulter@oakhlc.com or telephone 028 6772 3843 

for either programme. 

Time for Me at Learmount Resource Centre (5 week programme) 

Activities will include, art, crafts, reminiscing and gentle exercise from 3rd-30th 

October. Costs £3 per class. Booking essential. Contact 028 7778 1881 or email 

learmountgroup@gmail.com 



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Northside 50+ Group at Shantallow Community Centre 

Meets every Monday and offers a range of activities promoting social inclusion 

and encouraging positive mental health and well-being. Cost £3 per session. 

Contact Tina Doolin on 028 7133 8787 or email tina@shantallow.net 



7186 0385 or email strathfoyle.library@librariesni.org.uk for further information 

Cryptic Corner at Strathfoyle Library 

Indulge in Mindfulness exercises by completing Sudoku’s, Crosswords and 

Jigsaw puzzles every Monday. Contact 028 7186 0385 or email 

strathfoyle.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Tea and Newspapers at Shantallow Library 


7135 4185 or email shantallow.library@librariesni.org.uk for further information 

Cryptic Corner at Creggan Library 

Have a go at solving puzzles in the Cryptic Corner every Monday. Contact 028 

7126 6168 or email Creggan.Library@librariesni.org.uk for further information. 

Tea and Newspapers 


7134 2963 or email Waterside.library@librariesni.org.uk for further information. 

The Diamond Diners Luncheon Club, Claudy 

Join us at the Diamond Centre every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for tea, 

scones followed by a variety of activities and lunch. Transport available. Contact 

028 7133 8005 to book. 

Tea and Newspapers at Creggan Library 

Tea and Newspapers with free light refreshments is one every Monday. 

Phone 028 7126 6168 or email Creggan.Library@librariesni.org.uk for further 

information. 

Irish Language Class (for improvers) at Creggan Library 

Free weekly class every Monday. Booking not essential. Contact 028 7126 6168 

or emailing Creggan.Library@librariesni.org.uk for further information 

Monday Club 55+ at Eglinton Community Hall 

Come along to this social and creative club, which meets every Monday in 

October. Drop in, cost is £3 per session and includes refreshments. Contact 

Debbie Caulfield on 07756464372 or email eglintoncommunity@yahoo.co.uk 

Daily Lunch Club at Older People North West 

Come dine with Older People North West every Monday to Friday. Warm and 

friendly company plus good food and find out what’s going on at Malvern House, 

20-24 Chapel Road, Waterside BT47 2AM. Ring 028 71 347 478 or call into 

centre or email eilish@olderpeoplenorthwest.org 


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Tuesday 4th October 

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One-to-One Computer Lessons (Got IT) at Creggan Library 

Learn the basics of computers, email and the internet at your own pace. Avail of 

a free one to one session. Available every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 

by appointment. To book phone 028 7126 6168 or email 

Creggan.Library@librariesni.org.uk 

Cryptic Corner at Shantallow library 

Have a go at solving puzzles in the Cryptic Corner every Monday. Contact 028 

7135 4185 or email shantallow.library@librariesni.org.uk for further information. 

Men’s Club at Bishop’s Field Sports Centre, Central Drive, Creggan 

A range of social activities for men over a cuppa every Monday. Cost £3per 

session. All men are welcome. Contact Sinead Devine on 028 7137 3870 or 

email sinead@olt.ie 

Let’s Get Moving at Derry Central Library 

Join us for a gentle stroll, build friendships and reconnect with people and nature. 

Meets every Monday. Contact 028 7122 9990 or email 

derrycentral.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Line Dancing at Old Library Trust Healthy Living Centre 

Come and join in the fun whilst getting some light exercise with our line dancing 

every Monday in the Spin Studio. All welcome, no experience of line dancing 

necessary. £3 per session. Contact Sinead Devine on 028 7137 3870 or email 

sinead@olt.ie 

Knit and Natter at Shantallow Library 

Knit, crochet, share patterns and chat with a cup of tea. Free event on every 

Monday. Phone 028 7135 4185 or email shantallow.library@librariesni.org.uk. 

Yoga at Learmount Resource Centre, Park (5 week Course) 

Join this course to help strengthen your muscles and bones and improve your 

overall stamina and posture from 3rd October – 31st October. Costs £3 per class. 

Booking essential. Contact 028 7778 1881 or email learmountgroup@gmail.com 

Social Hurling, Doire at John Mitchel’s GAA, Claudy 

Come along to the Doire Social Hurling every Monday night at John Mitchel’s 

GAA pitch on Learmount Road Claudy for some social interaction, craic and 

comradeship. Cost £5 per session. Contact James Walsh on 07932 005169 or 

visit the Facebook page. 


Tea and Newspapers with free light refreshments is on every Tuesday. Phone 

028 7122 9990 or email derrycentral.library@librariesni.org.uk for further 

information. 

Nifty 50’s at Riversdale Leisure Centre, Strabane 

Each Tuesday and Thursday morning the Nifty 50’s meet for physical activity 

sessions. Costs £2 per session. Contact 028 7138 2672 for further information. 



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Walking Group, Derg Valley Healthy Living Centre, Castlederg 

Walking group meets every Tuesday morning with walk’s lead by Jayne Lecky. 

For routes and meeting place contact Derg Valley Healthy Living Centre on 028 

8167 0764. 


Tea and Newspapers with free light refreshments is on every Tuesday. Phone 

028 7186 0385 or email strathfoyle.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Launch of Overcoming Loneliness Programme at Verbal 

Verbal are launching their Overcoming Loneliness Programme which will 

be delivered regionally to support the establishment of meaningful social 

relationships and social integration. Contact Brogan Wakeley on 028 7126 6946 

or email thirdspacemedia@theverbal.co 

Over 50s Chair Yoga in Eglinton Community Hall 

Gentle Yoga for all is on every Tuesday. Cost is £1 per session. Contact Debbie 

Caulfield on 07756464372 or email eglintoncommunity@yahoo.co.uk 

Music to your Ears (Men’s 55+ Group) in Alley Theatre Strabane 

A weekly social group on Tuesdays (2hrs) for men aged 55+ years who focus on 

social engagement through music and learning new skills. Contact Chris McDaid 

on 07923208500, by email cc@strabanedistrictcaring.com or visit Music To Your 

Ears Strabane on Facebook 

Walking for Fun at Waterside Railway Station (Older People North West) 

Loop walk from Waterside Railway Station over Craigavon bridge and back via 

Peace Bridge to Railway Station. Meet at Railway Station at 2pm. This is an 

accessible flat walk suitable for all abilities. Contact Eilish O’Doherty on 028 7134 

7478 or email eilish@olderpeoplenorthwest.org 

Safer Ageing and Stopping Abuse (Online Event via Zoom) 

Hosted by Hourglass, the UK’s only charity focused on the abuse and neglect of 

older people, the event aims to highlight abuse, prevention and support. Contact 

Shaun Paskin on 07435551657 or email shaunpaskin@wearehourglass.org for 

registration details. 

Knit and Natter at Derry Central Library 


Tuesday. Phone 028 7122 9990 or email derrycentral.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Cryptic Corner at Derry Central Library 

Have a go at solving puzzles in the Cryptic Corner every Tuesday. Contact 028 

7122 9990 or email derrycentral.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Chi Me at Derg Valley Healthy Living Centre, Castlederg 

Chi Me is a gentle form of relaxing exercise with an emphasis on breathing and 

focus which takes place every Tuesday. Contact 028 8167 0764 for further 

information. 


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6:30pm - 

7:30pm 

7:00pm - 

8:30pm 

Adult Reading Group at Shantallow Library 

Meets on the first Tuesday of every month, join in some lively literary discussions 

in a relaxed, friendly environment. To book contact 028 7135 4185 or email 

shantallow.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Acting Up! At the Old Library Trust Healthy Living Centre 

Drama Workshops with Top 10 Women’s Drama Group every Tuesday in Drop in 

room. Fun workshops using light physical warm ups and drama techniques in a 

fun way. No drama experience necessary. Cost £2 per session. Contact Sinead 

Devine to register on 028 7137 3870 or sinead@olt.ie 

Wednesday 5th October 2022 

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Tea and Newspapers with free light refreshments is on every Wednesday. 

Phone 028 7122 9990 or email derrycentral.library@librariesni.org.uk for further 

information. 

Creative Writing Group at Derry Central Library 

Are you a budding writer or poet? Come along to the new group which meets 

every Wednesday, meet like-minded people and share ideas. Whether you are 

a seasoned writer or beginner you will be prompted by new ideas. Contact 028 

7122 9990 or email derrycentral.library@librariesni.org.uk for further information. 

Tea and Newspapers in Strabane Library 

Tea and Newspapers with free light refreshments is on every Wednesday. Phone 

028 7188 3686 or email strabanelibrary@librariesni.org.uk for further information. 

Over 50s Dance Exercise in Eglinton Community Hall 

Join in a Dance Exercise session with plenty of music and movement for all 

abilities every Wednesday in October. Cost is £1 per session. Contact Debbie 

Caulfield on 07756464372 or email eglintoncommunity@yahoo.co.uk 

Positive Ageing and Verbal Wellbeing at Verbal Arts Centre 

Come along and take part in this specialist shared reading event and using 

regular discussion breaks. Free event, contact Verbal on 028 7126 6946 or email 

Brogan@theverbal.co for further information or to book your place. 

Tea and Newspapers in Castlederg Library 

Tea and Newspapers with free light refreshments is on every Wednesday. 

Phone 028 8167 1419 or email castlederg.library@librariesni.org.uk for further 

information. 

Read Aloud in Strabane Library 

A free shared reading session which discusses poetry and short stories. To book 

phone Kate Devine on 028 7188 3686 or email Kate.devine@librariesni.org.uk 

Computer ‘Drop In’ in Shantallow Library 

Need some help and support with using IT. Access basic computer guidance 

and support, available every Wednesday. Contact 028 7135 4185 or email 

shantallow.library@librariesni.org.uk for further information. 



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Sewing Bee at Derry Central Library 

Bring your own sewing/craft with you every Wednesday and share ideas. Phone 


information. 

Men’s Shed at Churchtown Community Association 

Join in the Men’s Shed which meets every Wednesday. All welcome. Phone 028 

8167 0652 

Yoga for All at Malvern House, Older People North West 

A yoga session with mindfulness suitable for all, takes place at Malvern House 

every Wednesday during October. Places are limited to 12. To book contact 

Eilish O’Doherty or Anne Deehan on 028 7134 7478 or email 

eilish@olderpeoplenorthwest.org 

Mayors Tea Dance, Guildhall 

It’s time to dust off the dancing shoes and get ready to jive and swing. Contact 

the Mayor’s Office on 028 7137 6508 or by emailing mayor@derrystrabane.com 

as tickets are limited. 

Topic of the Week at Derry Central Library 

Come along to weekly discussions of current affairs every Wednesday. Phone 


information 

Knit and Natter at Waterside Library 


Wednesday. Phone 028 7134 2963 or email Waterside.library@librariesni.org.uk 

All welcome. 

Men’s Yoga at Learmount Resource Centre, Park 

Help strengthen your muscles and bones and improve your overall stamina and 

posture every Wednesday for 4 weeks from 5th -26th October. Cost is £3 per 

class. Booking is essential contact 028 7778 1881 or 

email learmountgroup@gmail.com 

Walking Group, Derg Valley Healthy Living Centre, Castlederg 

Walking group meets every Wednesday evening with walk’s lead by Jayne Lecky. 

For information on routes and meeting point contact 028 8167 0764. 

Zumba, Galliagh Women’s Group at Galliagh Community Centre 

On every Wednesday, costs £3 per session. Galliagh Women’s Group host a 

number of other social activities and classes throughout the week. Phone Chris 

on 028 7133 8787 or email chris@shantallow.net for further information on what’s 

available. 

Thursday 6th October 2022 

9:00am - 

11:00am 


Tea and Newspapers with free light refreshments in on every Thursday. Phone 


information. 


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Brighter Ballymagorry Development Group Walking Group 

Get active with weekly walks, meet every Thursday in Fox Lodge Cricket Club 

car park, 410 Victoria Road, Strabane for 10am start and enjoy refreshments 

afterwards. Several routes available for different levels and abilities. Contact 

07596 477478 or email Brighterballymagorrydevgroup@gmail.com 

Stay Young Ladies Group (55+ years) Strabane District and Caring Services 

Social group meets every Thursday for craft sessions, activities, learning for life 

and social engagement. Contact Chris McDaid on 07923208500 or email 

cc@strabanedistrictcaring.com 

Ladies Craft Group at Churchtown Community Association 

Join the Ladies Craft Group which meets every Thursday for craft and social 

activities. All welcome. Phone 028 8167 0652 

Cryptic Corner at Strabane library 

Have a go at solving puzzles in the Cryptic Corner every Thursday. Contact 028 

7188 3686 or email strabanelibrary@librariesni.org.uk for further information. 

Nifty 50’s at Riversdale Leisure Centre 

Each Thursday and Tuesday morning the Nifty 50’s meet for physical activity 

sessions. Cost £2 per session. Contact 028 7138 2672 for further information. 

TV Licensing Support (Online via Zoom) 

TV Licensing offer help and support people depending on their needs, such 

as vulnerable customers, payment plans and concessions available. Join the 

session on Zoom using the following log in details Meeting ID: 743 6497 2993 and 

Passcode: k767s2 


Tea and Newspapers is on every Thursday with complimentary refreshments. 

Phone 028 7186 0385 or email strathfoyle.library@librariesni.org.uk for further 

information. 

Adult Reading Group in Newtownstewart Library 

Meets on the first Thursday of every month and join in some lively literary 

discussions. Contact 028 8166 2060 or 

email newtownstewart.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Over 50s Weekly walk in Eglington 

join in the over 50’s Weekly Walk for all abilities every Thursday. All routes and 

walks are accessible and time varies between 1 -1.5 hours. To book, contact 

Debbie Caulfield on 07756464372 or email eglintoncommunity@yahoo.co.uk 


Tea and Newspapers is on every Thursday with complimentary refreshments. 


information. 

The Plum Club (Men & Women 50+ years) in Glenelly / Plumbridge 

Meets every Thursday for a range of activities, information sessions and social 

events. New members welcome. Contact Bronagh on 028 8164 8000. 



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Friday 7th October 

9:00am - 

11:00am 

Knit and Natter in Castlederg Library 


Thursday. Phone 028 8167 1419 or email castlederg.library@librariesni.org.uk. 

All welcome. 

Line Dancing at Malvern House, Older People North West 

Dance yourself happy and dance yourself fit through Line Dancing every 

Thursday. Phone Eilish O’Doherty or Anne Deehan on 028 7134 7478 or email 

eilish@olderpeoplenorthwest.org 

Guitar Jamming at Malvern House, Older People North West 

Come along to weekly session every Thursday. Listen, tap, sing, or play your 

own air guitar. Contact Eilish O’Doherty or Anne Deehan on 028 7134 7478 or 

email eilish@olderpeoplenorthwest.org 

Creative Stitches Sewing Group at Ballymagroarty Community Centre 

Come along to the sewing group Creative Stitches every Thursday and learn 

some basic sewing skills. Cost £2per session. Telephone 028 7127 1977 for 

further information. 

October Café Club at Old Library Trust Healthy Living Centre 

Socialise in the Café Club over a hearty meal every Thursday in October. Early 

Booking as places limited. Phone Sinead Devine on 028 7137 3870 or email 

sinead@olt.ie 

Basic IT One-to-One Session at Strathfoyle Library 

Avail of a free one to one IT session to help support you. Available every 

Thursday. Booking is essential. Phone 028 7186 0385 or email 

strathfoyle.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Knit and Natter in Shantallow Library 


Thursday. Phone 028 7135 4185 or email shantallow.library@librariesni.org.uk. 

All welcome. 

Knit and Natter in Newtownstewart Library 


Thursday. Phone 28 8166 2060 or email 

newtownstewart.library@librariesni.org.uk . All welcome 

Knit and Natter in Derry Central Library 


Thursday. Phone 028 7122 9990 or email derrycentral.library@librariesni.org.uk 

All welcome 


Enjoy Tea and Newspapers with free light refreshments every Friday. Phone 028 

7122 9990 or email derrycentral.library@librariesni.org.uk for further information. 


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Family History Group at Derry Central Library 

Learn more about your family history, group meets every Friday. For further 

information phone 028 7122 9990 or email derrycentral.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Tai Chi at Ballymagroarty Community Centre 

Join in some gentle exercise with Tai Chi. Cost £2per session. Telephone 028 

7127 1977 for further information 

Tea and Newspapers 

Enjoy Tea and Newspapers with free light refreshments every Friday. Phone 028 

7188 3686 or email strabanelibrary@librariesni.org.uk for further information 

The Friday Walkers, Glenelly 

The Friday Walkers meets every Friday for a regular walk and chat in the Glenelly 

area. For further information on meeting point and routes contact Bronagh 

Kearney on 028 8164 8000. 


Tea and Newspapers group with free light refreshments meets every Friday. 


information 

Tea and Newspapers in Strathfoyle Library 


Phone 028 7186 0385 or email strathfoyle.library@librariesni.org.uk. 

Tea and Newspapers in Waterside Library 


Phone 028 7134 2963 or email waterside.library@librariesni.org.uk 

POP Group (Positive Older People) at Ballymagroarty Community Centre 

Come along to the POP Group every Friday for social activities including dance, 

music, bingo, information sessions, light refreshments and much more. New 

members welcome. Cost £2per session. Contact Roxanne on 028 7127 1977 for 

further information. 

Knit and Natter at Creggan Library 


Friday. Phone 028 7126 6168 or email Creggan.Library@librariesni.org.uk All 

welcome 

Irish Language Class (Beginners 8 Week Course) in Shantallow Library 

oin the weekly beginners Irish Language Class and gain a ‘Cúpla Focal” badge, 

every Friday from 16 September - 4 November. For further information phone 

028 7135 4185 or email shantallow.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Irish Language Class (Improvers 8 Week Course) in Shantallow Library 

Join the weekly Improvers Irish Language Class and gain a ‘Cúpla Focal” badge, 

every Friday from 16 September - 4 November. For further information phone 

028 7135 4185 or email shantallow.library@librariesni.org.uk 



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Saturday 8th October 

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Monday 10th October 

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2:00pm 

Friday Crochet, Knit and Natter in Eglinton Community Hall 

Learn new skills with experienced knitting and crochet every Friday in October. 

Cost is £3 per session. Contact Debbie Caulfield on 07756464372 or 

email eglintoncommunity@yahoo.co.uk to book 

Basic IT One-to-One Session at Strathfoyle Library 

Book a free one to one basic IT session to help support you. Available every 

Friday. Booking is essential, phone 028 7186 0385 or 

email strathfoyle.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Knit and Natter in Strabane Library 


Friday. Phone 028 7188 3686 or email strabanelibrary@librariesni.org.uk. All 

welcome. 

Photography Exhibition - Alley Theatre (on all weekend) 

Produced by the University of Atypical, the annual Bounce Arts Festival 

showcases outstanding new work by the pan disability community are hosting 

a Photography Exhibition with opportunities for the pan disability Age Friendly 

community to enter. Contact Caitriona Doherty by email 

Caitriona.Doherty@Derrystrabane.com or telephone 028 7125 3253 or 

visit https://universityofatypical.org/bounce/ 

Digital Day at Derry Central Library 

Free one to one e-Clinics on the use of iPhone, computer e-book’s and 

magazine’s, available all day. To book phone 028 7122 9990 or email 

derrycentral.library@librariesni.org.uk 

The Ulster Plantation and US – (Online Event via Zoom) 

Learn about the Plantation of Ulster; when, why, what happened, and what 

evolved, it may inspire you to look deeper Ulster history, delivered by the Ulster- 

Scots Community Network. Join Zoom meeting using Meeting ID: 592 463 2166 

and Passcode: Us1010. Contact Deirdre Speer Whyte on 028 9043 6710 or 

email deirdre@ulster-scots.com 

Adult Reading Group in Strathfoyle Library 

Meets on the second Monday of every month, join in some lively literary 

discussions. Contact 028 7186 0385 or 

email strathfoyle.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Positive Ageing and Life Long Learning, Verbal Arts Centre 

Learn how to become a Verbal Wellbeing Champion in your community and what 

training Verbal can provide. Contact Brogan Wakeley on 028 7126 6946 or 

email Brogan@theverbal.co to find out more information or book your place 


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2:00pm - 

3:00pm 

Walking for Fun, Bay Road Country Park, with Older People North West 

Come along and join in for a Dander at Bay Road Country Park. Meeting at 2pm 

in Sainsbury’s by the statues for an hour long walk accessible flat walk. Contact 

Eilish O’Doherty or Anne Deehan on 028 7134 7478 or 


Wednesday 12th October 

11:00am - 

12noon 

2:00pm - 

3:00pm 

2:00pm - 

4:00pm 

3:00pm - 

4:00pm 

3:00pm - 

4:00pm 

Thursday 13th October 

10:30am - 

11:30pm 

2:00pm - 

3:15pm 

2:30pm - 

3:30pm 

Reading Group at Strabane library 

Join in the monthly Reading Group meeting where we discuss a novel we have all 

read. Please contact Angela Kerrigan or Kate Devine, on 028 7188 3686 or 

email Angela.kerrigan@librariesni.org.uk to book or for further information. 

Adult Reading Group in Waterside library 

Join in the free monthly reading group meeting which takes place on 2nd 

Wednesday of every month. Contact 028 7134 2963 or 

email waterside.library@libraries.ni.org.uk 

Mayors Tea Dance, Guildhall 

It’s time to dust off the dancing shoes and get ready to jive and swing. Register to 

attend, contact the Mayor’s Office on 028 7137 6508 or by emailing 

mayor@derrystrabane.com as tickets are limited 

“What is the Future of Our Health Service” in Derry Central Library 

Come along to this group discussion where the topic of the week will focus on a 

health discussion about “What is the Future of Our Health Service”. To register by 

telephoning 028 7122 9990 or email derrycentral.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Free Hearing Aid Support at Old Bridge House on Glendermott Road 

Come along for 1 to 1 help and advice on how to get the most out of your hearing 

aids. Contact Mary Cruickshank at 07918767640 or by 

email: mary.cruickshank@rnid.org.uk 

Pensions and Planning for a more certain future ( Online via Teams) 

Planning for a more certain future. Join experts from the government-backed 

MoneyHelper to cut through the complexity and talk about your pension rights 

including planning and budgeting for retirement. Join the online session on 

Microsoft Teams using meeting ID: 330 758 725 394 and Passcode: XfiB97. 

Down by the River Saile at the Millennium Forum 

An original play, written by Ronan Carr, performed by Mockingbird Theatre which 

tells the true story of an impoverished Derry woman, Florrie Kavanagh, living in 

London in the 1950s, who gives her baby to the Hollywood star Jane Russell. 

Limited seating so early booking is advisable. Cost is £5 per ticket. Book at 

box office in person or on 028 7126 4455 (option 1) or on the Millennium Forum 

website www.milenniumforum.co.uk 

Adult Reading Group in Castlederg Library 

Meets on the second Thursday of every month, share and enjoy everyone’s 

reading experiences. Contact 028 8167 1419 or 

email castlederg.library@librariesni.org.uk 




3:00pm - 

4:00pm 


10:30am - 

12noon 

2:00pm - 

3:00pm 

Big Quiz – Online Event 

Join us via zoom for a quiz with Annabelle. To book phone 077713684705 or 

email positiveageingmonth@belfastcity.gov.uk 

Free Hearing Aid Support in Derg Valley Healthy Living Centre, Castlederg 

Free 1 to 1 help and advice on how to get the most out of your hearing aids. 

Contact Mary Cruickshank at 07918767640 or by 


Walking for Fun, Kilfennan Country Park with Older People North West 

Join in for an hour long accessible walk to Kilfennan Country Park, meet at 

Tesco’s Lisnagelvin entrance at 2pm. Chance to walk, talk and maybe do some 

shopping after. Contact Eilish O’Doherty or Anne Deehan on 028 7134 7478 or 



10:30 - 

12:30pm 

2:00pm - 

4:00pm 


11:00am - 

12noon 

11:15am - 

12:30pm 

2:00pm - 

3:30pm 

Friday 21st October 

Gardening Workshop, Learmount Resource Centre, Park 

Come along to our monthly Garden Workshop with guest speaker to help prepare 

for the incoming season with some hands on planting. Booking is essential. Cost 

£3 per class. Contact 028 7778 1881 or email learmountgroup@gmail.com 

Mayors Tea Dance, Ally Theatre, Strabane 

It’s time to dust off the dancing shoes and get ready to jive and swing as the 

Ally Theatre welcomes the Mayor’s Tea Dances. Register to attend, contact the 

Mayor’s Office on 028 7137 6508 or by emailing mayor@derrystrabane.com as 

tickets are limited. 

TV Licensing are running a free scams training session - (Online via Zoom) 

Due to a recent rise in scams, TV Licensing are running an online free scams 

training session to educate and spread awareness of scams. To attend, please 

join Zoom Meeting using Meeting ID: 743 9093 7932 and Passcode: Jh1ykY 

I am a Tale to Tell’ Creative wordplay and sketching - (Online via Zoom) 

Arts Care will deliver a free Creative Art Zoom workshop with artist Clare 

McComish. Contact Clare on 028 9031 1122 or email clare@artscare.co.uk to 

book. 

Moves and Melodies in the Millennium Forum 

Moves and Melodies is a free monthly song and dance workshop to learn new 

dance skills and sing a range of song styles every month. Early booking is 

advisable. Contact Lisa Heaney on 028 7127 2779 (option 1) or 

email lisah@millenniumforum.co.uk 

Eating Well as You Age – Online Event 

Healthy eating is important at any age, but more so as we get older. To find out 

more from a Registered Dietitian view https://tinyurl.com/agewell22 anytime. 


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10:00am - 

11:30am 


11:00am - 

1:00pm 

1:20pm - 

4:30pm 

2:30pm - 

4:00pm 

Your Happy Place Photo/Painting Competition – Closing date for 

submissions 

Submit your images for the competition today, Email your entry to 

agefriendly@derrystrabane.com or alternatively post to Age Friendly Co-ordinator, 

DCSDC, 98 Strand Road, Derry. BT48 7NN before 21st October. Posted entries 

will not be returned. 

RIPE Exhibition –Closing date for Expressions of Interest 

Part of the ‘Here and Now’ Older peoples Arts, Health and Wellbeing Festival Arts 

Care will be hosting the ‘RIPE’ exhibition in Belfast in 2023. Your artwork should 

be created and inspired by the theme ‘A Tale to Tell’ – We believe that every 

picture tells a story. Contact Clare on 028 9031 1122 or 

email clare@artscare.co.uk for further information 

Energy Efficiency in the Home – (Online via Zoom) 

Hear about energy efficient heating, lighting, and appliances, keeping the heat 

where it is needed, comparing and switching energy suppliers, advice and 

support from National Energy Action (NEA) NI. Limited places. Register by email 

to agefriendly@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk 

Wellbeing in your Care Home through Verbal Arts Centre 

The Verbal team will visit your Care Home and deliver a 1hour session to 

residents between 24th-28th October. Contact Verbal on 028 7126 6946 or 

email Brogan@theverbal.co to find out more information or book your place 

Explore Your Family History in the Whittaker Suite, Guildhall 

Researching your family or local history? Come along to an informal session 

for tips on researching your ancestors with the Archivist & Genealogist from the 

Tower Museum. Places limited and booking essential. 

Contact via tower@derrystrabane.com or 028 7137 2411 

Walking for fun on Castlerock Beach with Older People North West 

Come along and join in for a short walk on Castlerock Beach. Meet at Waterside 

Railway Station at 1.20 pm and let the train take the strain. Bring your bus pass 

returning on the 3.51pm train arriving back at 4.22pm. Contact Eilish O’Doherty 

or Anne Deehan on 028 7134 7478 or email eilish@olderpeoplenorthwest.org or 

perhaps call into the centre. 

Virtual Tea Dance - (Online Event via Zoom) 

Join others for a Virtual Tea Dance on Zoom which will include live music from 

Victor Mawhinney and plenty of chair and carpet dancing! To book please email 

positiveageingmonth@belfastcity.gov.uk or phone 077713684705. 


10:00am - 

12noon 

Surviving Stroke in the Community, Bishop Street Community Centre 

Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke new support group within the 

Community meets today and on 16th November and 14th December. Contact 

Patricia Harkin on 0789 685 8586 or email PHarkin@nichs.org.uk 



1:00pm - 

2:00pm 


10:00am - 

12noon 

11:15am - 

12:30pm 

2:00pm - 

3:30 pm 

Friday 28th October 

7:30pm - 

9:30pm 

Monday 31st October 

6:30pm - 

7:45pm 

‘Giving Voice to the Land’ - Island Voices 2022, Guildhall 

Reflections on the portrayal of the natural world in the languages of Irish and 

Ulster-Scots. Listen to the Land Speak: The Lost Wisdom of the Land with 

Manchán Magan. Contact 028 7137 2411 or 

email tower.reception@derrystrabane.com to book. See also 

www.derrystrabane.com/islandvoices for other lunchtime lecture dates 

Free Hearing Aid Support in Ballycolman Community Centre 

Free 1 to 1 help and advice on how to get the most out of your hearing aids. 

Contact Mary Cruickshank at 07918767640 or by 


Halloween Themed Paper Crafts – (Online Event via Zoom) 

Arts Care will be delivering a free Creative Art Zoom workshop with artist Clare 

McComish. Contact Clare on 028 9031 1122 or email clare@artscare.co.uk to 

book. 

Dementia Friendly Tea Dance in the Millennium Forum 

Held monthly the tea dance is free afternoon of entertainment and music provided 

by The Ringabellas! Early booking is advisable as places are limited. Contact 028 

7126 4455 (option 1) or email lisah@millenniumforum.co.uk to book and advise of 

any dietary requirements. 

History Workshop at Learmount Resource Centre, Park 

Come along to this History Workshops, where discussions will be based on 

local and national historical subject with a Guest Speaker. Costs £3. Booking 

essential. Contact 028 7778 1881 or email learmountgroup@gmail.com 

“As a society, are we ageing as well as we’d hoped?” at Strathfoyle Library 

join in this free adult discussion group. Refreshments provided and no booking 

required. Contact Diane Thomson on 028 7186 0385 or 

email diane.thomson@librariesni.org.uk 


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FREE Home Fire Safety Check! 

If you: 

• are aged 60 and over; 

• have a disability, impaired mobility, or a health condition that would 

impact on your ability to acknowledge and respond to an emergency in 

the home; or 

• receive assistance from an agency which has a Safety Partnership with 

NIFRS, then contact us for a FREE HOME FIRE SAFETY CHECK! 

Visit www.nifrs.org/fire-safety/fire-safety-check-form/ 

for more information 


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0800 232 1271* 

Quick Call, Lasting Difference. 

Talk to us about accessing benefits, supports 

and services you may be entitled to. 

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WALKING GROUP 

The Carers Walking Group aims to improve 

Carers physical and mental health, giving them 

an opportunity to meet with others in similar 

situations, make new friends and enjoy a well 

earned cuppa! This enables improvement of 

information sharing, reduces stress and gives 

carers opportunities for further understanding and 

involvement in how services operate. It also gives 

carers well earned time out from their caring role. 

The Carers Support team currently run three 

walking groups in the Western Trust area in 

Omagh, L’Derry and Enniskillen. If you are 

interested in joining a group please contact 

(028) 6634 4163 (Fermanagh) or (028) 7135 

5023 (L’Derry and Omagh). 

Text: ADVICE to 67300* 

Visit: nidirect.gov.uk/makethecall 

Email: makethecall@dfcni.gov.uk 

*network charges may apply 

Improve your mood • Burn calories and lose weight • Make new friends • 

Share information • Have fun • Reduce your risk of chronic disease • Boost your 

immunity • Sleep better at night • Strengthen your heart • Help lower your blood 

sugar • Ease joint pain • Boost energy • Extend your life • 


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Positive Ageing Month - October 2022

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