Events

 

Join the Ballycastle & District Over 55’s Club and enjoy indoor bowls, use of the Fitness Suite, Whist, Quiz, Bingo, Chair Aerobics, music and dancing. Various outings and dinner dances are organised throughout the year.  Everyone welcome!

 

For further information contact Patrick McNally, Chairman on: (028) 2076 2120 or Michael O’Regan, Secretary on: (028) 2076 8490

 

BASIC COMPUTER CLASSES
Cross & Passion College, Moyle Road, Ballycastle
Various Dates from January - May 2007 (Evenings from 7pm)
Admission fees apply (consessions available).

 

Basic Computer Clases (tutor lead) for people who want to learn from the very beginning.  No examinations involved.  These courses are run through the Cross & Passion Parents’ Association and Northern Regional College, Community Education Deaprtment. 

 

Suitable for all ages (from 16 upwards) and open to all in the Moyle a variety of courses are offered from Word Processing, Internet and Email, etc. and are very enjoyable and informal as well as a learning experience.  So why not come along and join us - you’re never to old to learn!

 

For further information and to check available dates, please contact Bernadette McAlister on: (028) 2076 2261 or email berniemcalister@tiscali.co.uk.

IRISH DANCING LESSONS FOR CHILDREN & ADULTS
Community Hall, Sheskburn Recreation Centre, Ballycastle

Come along to Lir School of Irish Dancing to enjoy classes in traditional Irish Dancing for both adults and children. Your tutor Bronagh McGarry will lead you through all the right steps, helping you in your quest to become the next Michael Flatley or Jean Butler! Everyone is welcome to join in.

 

Please contact Bronagh McGarry on 07737 120177 for further details or email: bronaghmcgarry@yahoo.co.uk.

 

Ballycastle Film Club hosts weekly Friday night film screenings which are open to everyone.  Admission is free and a tuck shop is available.

 

For further information on about our screening programme please contact Harry Hamill, Project Co-ordinator by telephone on: 028 2076 2371 /07725 95842 or log onto www.ballycastlefilmclub.com

BALLYCASTLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH HALL
Opposite Dalriada Hospital, Coleraine Road, Ballycastle.  (10am-12noon)

Moyle Country Markets presents a wide range of locally produced items for sale including baked goods (breads, cakes, tray bakes, etc), preserves jams, pickles and relishes, arts and crafts (knitwear, embroidery, pottery, lace work, patch work, hand-made cards, jewellry, photography, glassware, ) and fresh herbs and plants.  Also on sale is locally produced honey and a range of fruit and vegetables. 

 

Admission is free of charge and everyone is welcome.  For further details please contact Barbara Morisson (028) 2074 1415 / 07880 875845 or email: barbaramorrison@tesco.net

 

Local groups who will benefit from the proceeds of this year’s Fundraising Car Boot Sales include Moyle Gateway and Mother Goose & Jack Horner Playgroups.

A new Junior Reading Group, for 10-13 year-olds, will meet in Ballycastle Library (Leyland Road, tel. 028 2076 2566) on the first Saturday of every month.  So if you’re age 10 – 13 and enjoy reading and group discussions, why not make this a monthly date? You’ll be made very welcome! Please enrol at the library or telephone 028 2076 2566

Every Monday night throughout the year

6.30pm to 8.30pm

 

Stars Dance Club is a cross-community dance & fitness club for ALL children and young people, male & female. We teach high quality dance & fitness routines to all our members, who then have the opportunity to compete in various competitions, displays & local events. Each member will be learning a variety of routines using a wide range of music, flexibility training, using apparatus. At the Club we promote the physical, social & therapeutic benefits of dance & fitness for all ages. Our aim is to improve physical & mental health, for recreation activities, to improve the quality of life of all who attend, to enhancing citizenship & encourage cross community friendships. The club will help all its members to grow in confidence, self esteem, co-ordination as well as being good exercise and fun.

 

 

Contact: Tracy Fullerton - Dance Co-ordinator/Club Leader

Tel: 07736150027

Email: Tracey.full@btopenworld.com

Saturday 10th May 2008, 10.30am - 4.30pm

If You'd like to improve your storytelling, whether for personal use or within the work environment, then this is the workshop for you! 

 

BALLYCASTLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH HALL
Opposite Dalriada Hospital, Coleraine Road, Ballycastle.  (10am-12noon)

Moyle Country Markets presents a wide range of locally produced items for sale including baked goods (breads, cakes, tray bakes, etc), preserves jams, pickles and relishes, arts and crafts (knitwear, embroidery, pottery, lace work, patch work, hand-made cards, jewellry, photography, glassware, ) and fresh herbs and plants.  Also on sale is locally produced honey and a range of fruit and vegetables. 

 

Admission is free of charge and everyone is welcome.  For further details please contact Barbara Morisson (028) 2074 1415 / 07880 875845 or email: barbaramorrison@tesco.net

Sunday 11th May 2008, 2.30pm - 3.30pm

Shonaleigh is a Drut'syla - a storyteller from the Yiddish tradition, and one of the foremost tellers of stories today.  Come and hear some wonderful tales! 

 

Sunday 11th May 2008 (8.00am - 5.30pm)

Challenge Walk from Glenravel to Ballycastle.  Walkers will be bused out from Ballycastle and dropped off at Cargan Village, Glenravel.  The route includes Slieveanorra, Croghan, Knocklayd (optional) and Ballycastle Forest.  Various distances are available from 6, 12, 18 and 22 miles with a number of drop out points on each route.  Walk offers panoramic views, breath-taking scenery and unsurpassed natural beauty.

 

For further details log onto: www.northernwalking.com or email: walk@northernwalking.com Fees: £6 - £20 (discounts are available when registering online) 

Tuesday 13th May 2008, 8pm - 10pm 

Another of our regular sessions.  If you have always wanted to write but are maybe a bit shy, this is the place to be!  Facilitated by Martion Boyle from Ballymoney, this new group will provide support and encouragement for anyone who wants to meet, write and talk about work.

 

Thursday 15th May 2008, 7.30pm - 9.30pm 

Another chance to bring alone your digital cameras, ask questions, seek advice and get a lot of useful tips.

 

 

A retreat for members of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender communies to explore issues of faith and spirituality in contect with personal sexuality.  OPEN TO ALL ADULTS

 

For further details contact Becca Moody on: (028) 2076 2626, email: beccamoody@corrymeela.org or log onto www.corrymeela.org

ADMISSION FEE £100

Departing from Ballycastle Marina

Cruise along the scenic Causeway Coast and then over to Rathlin Island for short walk to Rue Lighthouse.  Return to Ballycastle via the majestic cliffs of Fairhead.  Excursion includes Guide & local History talk.  Pre-registration is required.  Visit the Northern Walking Partnership website for more details.

For further details log onto: www.northernwalking.com or email: walk@northernwalking.com

Fees: TBC

Welcome the sea birds back to the Island for their summer breeding season. Thousands of guillemots, kittiwakes and hundreds of puffins return to stake their claims on the best nest sites! The Seabird Centre is up to 90 minutes walk across the island, followed by 80 steps to the viewing platform. Cycle-hire and a minibus are available from the Harbour.

For further information contact  Alison McFaul on: (028) 2076 0062, the RSPB  on: (028) 9049 1547 or log onto www.rspb.org.uk

For ferry details contact Caledonian MacBrayne (Ferry) on: (028) 2076 9299

Thursday 22nd May, 8pm

Calling together women, all ages and sizes!

Bring from the backs of your wardrobes all those items you have been meaning to wear, the too big and the too small, the doesn't suit you anymore, the nostalgia you long to throw away but daren't Gather your items (shoes, books, clothes, bags, coats) in a big black bag and come along for a night of fun, giggles and FREE SHOPPING!!  All items are displayed anonymously and no criticism of clothing is allowed.  You simply decide if you want an item and say yes, otherwise no commentary is allowed on clothing.  If more than one woman wants an item it goes into the GRACE pile, to be bartered over at the end of the evening.  Guarantee: You will giggle, you will laugh, you will drink and make merry, and you will walk away with a new item of clothing that you absolutely love.
Such is the way with these nights.  Please don't bring damaged or stained garments.

 

 

Come along and enjoy this wonderful Flower Festival based on the theme “the Gospel of Luke”. Artistic director Mr. James Burnside. Refreshments and high teas available.  Coach parties and groups welcome.  Admission is free of charge and everyone is welcome.

For further details please contact Mrs Dorothy Eslor  (028) 2766 8963, email: dorothyeslor@hotmail.com or log onto www.bushmillspresbyterian.co.uk

Cushendun Village
24th May 2008, from 12noon

A fun day out for all the family in Cushendun with Maritime Events, displays from the RNLI, Coastguard and other emergency services.  Many other events are planned including Vintage Vehicles, Car Boot Sale and more.  Everyone welcome.

BALLYCASTLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH HALL
Opposite Dalriada Hospital, Coleraine Road, Ballycastle.  (10am-12noon)

Moyle Country Markets presents a wide range of locally produced items for sale including baked goods (breads, cakes, tray bakes, etc), preserves jams, pickles and relishes, arts and crafts (knitwear, embroidery, pottery, lace work, patch work, hand-made cards, jewellry, photography, glassware, ) and fresh herbs and plants.  Also on sale is locally produced honey and a range of fruit and vegetables. 

 

Admission is free of charge and everyone is welcome.  For further details please contact Barbara Morisson (028) 2074 1415 / 07880 875845 or email: barbaramorrison@tesco.net

Thursday 29th May 2008, 7.30pm - 9.30pm 

Back by popular request!  Your chance to watch innovative displays created and maybe win one at the end of the night.

 

Hostelling International Northern Ireland once again joins forces with Northern Ireland Chest, Heart & Stroke Association for this 12 mile fundraising trek along the spectacular Causeway Coast. More detailed information will be available from the HINI website closer to the date of the event.

 

All funds raised going towards combating chest, heart and stroke associated illnesses.  For more information please contact Ally Hill at NI Chest, Heart and Stroke by email: ally@hini.org.uk, by telephone: (028) 9032 4733, or log onto: www.hini.org.uk

The Lir School of Irish Dancing holds it Class Festival, an opportunity to show off all the hard work the dancers put in throughout the year. Further details available nearer the date.

 

Please contact Bronagh McGarry on 07737 120177 for further details or email: bronaghmcgarry@yahoo.co.uk.

 

Local groups who will benefit from the proceeds of this year’s Fundraising Car Boot Sales include Moyle Gateway and Mother Goose & Jack Horner Playgroups.