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26 January 2010

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Regional Intergenerational Small Grants Scheme

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Tesco Charity Trust - supporting children, older people & people with disabilities

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Launch and Information Session for the ‘Gateway to Protestant Participation’ (GPP) Project

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Holocaust Memorial Day

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Hands That Talk

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‘Our Story Our Peace’

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Derg Valley Cardiac Support Group

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A Law of Attraction Seminar

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CLEAR Project information

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Eglinton Community Hall

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Waterside Theatre Calling All Artists!

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Help Haiti

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Haiti Fundraiser

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Trócaire Appeals for support for its Haiti Earthquake Appeal

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Give a Little Bit Xtra!!

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Playhouse Night Classes in the Arts

 

 

 

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Regional Intergenerational Small Grants Scheme

 

Intergenerational practice aims to promote better understanding and respect between generations by bringing people together to participate in mutually beneficial and enjoyable activities building on the positive resources that younger and older people have to offer.  Intergenerational practice can also fit in with many areas of work such as community development, education, community safety, health and well being, volunteering and is a good tool in the building of active communities.

 

Following the success of the Belfast and Ards Borough Council area intergenerational small grants scheme we are delighted to announce this regional grants scheme which will enable funding of £750 for 20 intergenerational projects across Northern Ireland

Applications and more information about this grants scheme can be accessed by contacting Vicki Titterington mob: 07732875409, email: vickit.bjf@hotmail.co.uk or visit the NI webpage www.centreforip.org.uk and click on the NI map, here you will find further information on intergenerational practice in NI, past projects, currently funded projects, free training events and also the regional grants scheme.

 

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Tesco Charity Trust - supporting children, older people & people with disabilities


The Tesco Charity Trust is inviting applications through its Community Awards Programme. This scheme provides one-off donations ranging from £500 to £4,000.
The Tesco Charity Trust aims to provide funding for practical benefits, such as equipment and resources, for projects that directly help children, the elderly and those with disabilities.

There are 2 categories:
• Grants to support children’s welfare and/or children’s education
(OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS:
1st December 2009 – 31st January 2010)
• Grants to support elderly people and/or adults and children with disabilities

(OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: 1st February – 31st March 2010)

More: http://digbig.com/5baypj

 

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Launch and Information Session for the ‘Gateway to Protestant Participation’ (GPP) Project.

Funded under the Peace III programme, GPP is designed “to encourage the participation of the Protestant community by promoting a shared sense of belonging and addressing issues of marginalisation and tackling sectarianism and racism”

The
Information Session:
Monday 1st February,
7pm -9pm, Lislimnaghan Church of Ireland, 1 Erganagh Road, Lislimnaghan, Omagh.

Please RSVP before Thursday 28th January. My telephone number is 075 25663227 or you can email Maureen McNair at maureenm@ymca-ireland.org. Please feel free to invite any group or organisation that you feel may be interested in the GPP project to attend this
information session.

 

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Holocaust Memorial Day

 

Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) is the international day of remembrance for the victims and survivors of the Holocaust and subsequent genocides. Every year on 27 January we pause to reflect on what can happen when racism and prejudice are left unchecked. This year's theme is "The Legacy of Hope".

We join millions of others around the world to remember that the horrific crimes of the past are neither forgotten nor repeated.

To mark this day Derry City Council's Heritage & Museum Service will screen a special showing of the film "The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas" in the Tower Museum on Saturday 30th January at 2.30 pm. There will be a brief introduction to the film by Roberta Bacic, well known human rights researcher, curator and activist.

This film has a 12 rating.  Admission to the film is free.  Come early to avoid disappointment.

For further information Telephone: 028 7137 2411 or Email: museum@derrycity.gov.uk

 

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Hands That Talk

 

Hands That Talk have secured part of the funding for their NEW Arts and Cultural Deaf Centre in Dungiven. The arts council have agreed to fund a percentage of the total costs as long as we can meet certain criteria. 

We are now looking for the final amounts and would appreciate all the help and support you can think of!

Remember this space will be a community arts and cultural building and can be accessed and shared by everyone.  There will be an exhibition space, restaurant, cafe, meeting/class rooms and a theatre so no more hunting for somewhere to have your staff meetings or get together’s.

Contact Katherine Kirk at Hands That Talk on 028 7774 2776

 

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‘Our Story Our Peace’

 

Be part of our new storytelling and peace building programme commencing on:

SATURDAY 30TH JANUARY 2010 at The Rural College, Derrynoid Road, Draperstown

 

We are about to launch our second course of this three year programme starting at the end of January 2010. Our aim is to use storytelling and creative writing to improve understanding within and between communities in Northern Ireland.

 

If you are already working in peace building, community relations or community development, whether in a paid or voluntary capacity, and you want to learn a new skill and look at new ways to bring people together, why not contact us now and we’ll help you to decide if this is for you?

The programme is open to anyone over 18 years of age and the number of places is restricted to 18 – 20 per course. The programme is funded by The International Fund for Ireland and Peace 111. Places are free but applicants will be selected based on their suitability for the training.

 

For more information and application forms: Tel: Frances Barker on 0287 962 9100 or E mail: frances@ruralcollege.co.uk

Closing date for completed applications: Thursday 28th  January 2010

 

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Derg Valley Cardiac Support Group

 

If you or someone you care for suffers from a heart illness or has had or is waiting for a heart operation, come along and see what the group can offer. 

The Cardiac Support Group can help people with cardiac problems by:

-Offering advice on healthy lifestyles, such as diet and nutritional information or help with, for example, smoking cessation.

-Giving you the opportunity to discuss and share experiences and ways of coping.

-Providing information and advice on living with and self managing your condition.

 

Meeting Fourth Tuesday @ 7.30pm / Refreshments served from 7.00pm

26 January 2010  - Reminiscence Movie Night

23 February 2010 - Health Check & Lifestyle Talk

27 April 2010 - Gentle aerobic exercise

25 May 2010 - Walking and Talking

22 June 2010 - Summer Fayre   

             

In the Healthy Living Centre, 5 -8 Parkview Road, Castlederg, Everyone welcome.

For further information call 02881670764

 

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A Law of Attraction Seminar

 

Presented by John Donaghy

Definition of The Law of Attraction: I attract to myself whatever I give my energy, attention and focus to, whether negative or positive.

At this seminar you will learn: Why you are not attracting what you desire, How to stop attracting what you don’t want, The 3-step process for deliberate attraction & Tools and strategies to help you get what you want.

 

The Junction, 8 – 10 Bishop St. Derry, Saturday, 20th February 2010, 9.30 am – 1 pm.

COST: £50

BOOKING: Contact John: From N.I. (00353) 749382223 or Mobile (00353) 879063936

 

John Donaghy is a highly experienced facilitator and he is the only Certified Law of Attraction Trainer and Facilitator in Ireland

 

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CLEAR Project information

 

Please see attached for new training programmes and an application form for the CLEAR Project, to include: Strategic Planning and Tendering, Sexual Orientation Awareness Training, Mental First Aid and Self-harm and Suicide.  These events will be taking place in a range of areas – Derry, Strabane and Omagh.

 

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Eglinton Community Hall

 

Mon – 10am-12 Computers, 4-5.30pm Irish Dancing, 6-7pm Aerobics, 7-9pm Oil Painting, 7.15-8.15pm Boxing Juniors, 8.15-9.15pm Boxing Seniors

Tue – 11am-12 WH&SCT Dispensary, 6.45 & 7.45pm Indoor Cycling, 8-9pm Ceili Dancing

Wed – Citizens’ Advice Bureau & Kickstart to Work 10am-12, 10am-12 Slimming World, 12-12.45pm Indoor Cycling, Children’s Drama 4-5pm, 6-8pm Aerobics, 6.45pm Indoor Cycling, 8-9.30pm Boxing, 8.15-9.30pm Tai Chi

Thur – 10am-12 Computers, 11-11.45am Jo Jingles, 3-5pm Sewing/Dressmaking, 5.30 & 7pm Slimming World, 6.45pm Indoor Cycling

Fri – Children’s Guitar 5-6pm

Sat12.30-2pm Irish Dancing

 

TWO FREE CLASSES: Designed to help parents and grandparents discuss difficult issues

LET’S TALK – PARENTS PROMOTING SEXUAL HEALTH; ALCOHOL AWARENESS

WILL BE HELD ON MONDAYS & FRIDAYS

 

Typing, photocopying, ring binding, hall for hire for children’s parties etc. 

Tel 71812303, eglintoncommunity@tiscali.co.uk

 

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Waterside Theatre Calling All Artists!

 

The Waterside Theatre has over 32 metres of hanging space throughout the theatre, and is looking for new artists to exhibit their work.  Previous exhibitions from Samantha Robinson (Art for Children) and Tracey O'Neil (Experimental Art) proved very successful! 

If you are interested in submitting your work for an exhibit slot please contact the General Manager, Mr Iain Barr on 02871 314000 to discuss. www.watersidetheatre.com

 

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Help Haiti

 

A music fundraiser – Bounce - DJ’s and musicians – plus fundraising events on the night, all proceeds to Haitian Earthquake Appeal

 

Friday 29 January – The Playhouse - Full bar, doors – 10pm, admission: £6

For more information contact: mo@bouncindj.com

 

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Haiti Fundraiser

 

Coffee morning, Donegal Travellers Project, level 2, Dr Scally House, Letterkenny.

Tuesday February 9th, 10am – 12.30pm.

All welcome – please support.  €3 entry for tea/coffee and treats – cash donations also welcome.

 

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Trócaire Appeals for support for its Haiti Earthquake Appeal


Trócaire and its partners in the Caritas network, a network of world-wide Catholic development agencies, are in the process of assisting 50,000 people in the coming days and weeks with emergency medical supplies, food, hygiene kits and clean water.

Trócaire's response is also introducing cash-for-work schemes to clear the debris and stimulate the local economy. They are distributing 1500 tonnes of food recently arrived in Haiti, and local partners run over 200 hospitals and medical centres in the country. They have already equipped and staffed two operating theatres at one of the city hospitals, which reopened this week.

Trócaire Director Justin Kilcullen said: “Experience has taught us that in crisis situations such as this, the weaker voices in society, already vulnerable to abuse, become more so – including women, children, the elderly and the infirm. 

“We need to think beyond simply meeting basic needs – food will not keep communities safe from abuse and water will not protect them from violence. “

 

To donate to Trocaire's appeal call 0800 912 1200 (NI) or 1850 408 408 (RoI) or log on to www.trocaire.org 100% of all donations to Trócaire for the Haiti earthquake will be spent directly on the response to this disaster.
Lawrence McBride: North West Regional Development Officer, Trócaire, 27 Templeard, Derry City BT48 8FE
Tel. 02871 357 288 / Mob. 077759 11198

 

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Give a Little Bit Xtra!!

 

The Nexus Institute would like to invite you to attend and participate in their very own XFACTOR KARAOKE NIGHT at Brigade Cricket Club next Friday, 29th January 2010.  Hosted by the wonderful DJ Jonny Roadshow Productions, the evening promises to be a tongue-in-cheek take of the popular TV show complete with judges, interviews, audience voting and of course prizes!!!  An eighties disco will follow the show. 

 

Everyone is cordially invited to attend what promises to be an entertaining evening!!  Come along and do your thing in aid of a good cause.  Tickets are £5 and can be purchased at the office or on the evening.  Nexus provides specialised counselling to survivors of sexual abuse and violence.  For further information please call 02871 260566.

 

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Playhouse Night Classes in the Arts

 

POTTERY OCNNI Level 3 – 10 Weeks: Tuesday 2nd February 2010, 6pm – 9pm, Places still available £45.00.

 

KNITTING OCNNI Level 1 – 10 Weeks: Tuesday 2nd February 2010, 6pm – 9pm, Places still available £45.00

 

JEWELLERY DESIGN OCNNI Level 2 – 10 Weeks: Thursday 4th February 2010, 6pm – 9pm, Places still available £45.00.

 

For further information and Enrolment Form please contact:  Sharon McLennan @ The Playhouse on 02871 268027 or email: sharon@derryplayhouse.co.uk

 


 

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Neola Nelis McCrossan

North-West Community Network

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