What if the menopause wasn’t an ending, but the beginning of a rebellion? The Baby Factory Is Closed is an award-winning, 20-minute interactive virtual reality story that puts you inside the body of Zoraan, a woman navigating the menopause in a near-future world of A.I. surveillance, climate collapse and systems determined to control her. This is not a quiet story about ageing. It is funny, furious, surreal and unapologetically rebellious. The Baby Factory Is Closed turns the body itself into the battleground. Original music composition by Katie Richardson. Following sold-out international shows in the USA, Canada and France, the work comes home to the Belfast XR Festival. You don’t need to understand VR. You don’t need to have experienced menopause. You just need to be willing to enter Zoraan’s world. Tickets are limited. Come and find out why The Baby Factory Is Closed. This screening uses VR headsets There are 6 tickets available for each half-hour time slot. This event is 16+.
Every Monday from 10:00am - 10:30am. Booking is essential; phone from 9:00am on the Friday before event. Rhythm and Rhyme sessions introduce parents and children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories; children must be accompanied by an adult.
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This event takes place every Monday. It provides an opportunity for parents, guardians, grandparents or Childminders to socialise with each other in a library setting over a cup of tea and a biscuit. No booking required; suitable for children 0-3 years (accompanied by an adult). Contact for more information: Eamonn Lynch t: 028 9050 9210 e: Chichester.library@librariesni.org.uk
Share and read your selected poems and then if you wish discuss, within a pleasant and relaxed group of likeminded people. Very informal all welcome with tea and coffee. Every Monday from 10:30am - 12 noon.
“Food Loves Design” aims to highlight the role of design in the food and hospitality sectors. From illustration and branding to interiors and experiences, Food Loves Design celebrates the role of design in shaping our food and hospitality experiences. This event series aims to engage the wider public with design in a joyful, accessible and interactive way, exploring the creativity and thinking behind the places, brands and experiences we love. The first event takes place on Monday 2nd November , bringing together Hundred Studio and Charlie’s Pizza for a collaborative evening exploring the design behind the brand. Hundred Studio will share how they developed Charlie’s Pizza’s identity, putting culture and community at the heart of the process. Expect insights into the creative process, interactive elements and of course pizza! Hundred Studio is an independent creative business that only cares about big ideas. Charlie's is a neighbourhood pizzeria on Belfast's Ormeau Road. It was founded by Marty Duggan , formerly known as Pi Guy, and has served thousands and thousands of slices of pizza since opening in 2024, partnering with local charities and community groups on fundraisers, events and more. £20 per person Ticket price includes light refreshments of a slice of pizza and a soft drink BOOK NOW
The library offers a dedicated space for children to complete their homework. Please note this is not a staff led activity. Every Monday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm No booking required t: 028 9266 9345 e: lisburncity.library@librariesni.org.uk
Mondays 3pm - 4pm & Tuesdays 7pm - 8pm No Registration Required. Donations appreciated. Every week Hosted by Marnie Kennedy Shared Reading brings people together through great literature to talk, laugh and share. Just drop in and enjoy listening to a story or poem – no pressure to talk or read. “Shared Reading means being part of a community… it is a peaceful place to reflect.” “It slows you down and reminds you to listen.” “It’s a chance to share and savour the delights of the short story and an opportunity to connect in a meaningful way with others.” Posted in Classes & Workshops
Over the past decade, the Ulster Museum has collected a significant number of important artworks from around the world—many of which have never been seen by the public until now. Art of the Possible features over 40 artworks made from glass, ceramics, silver, metalwork, jewellery, and wood. These works were created by some of the most talented and important artists and designers working in these materials today.
Craft NI are delighted to be invited back for a second year to present a Guest Showcase at RUA’s 145th Annual Exhibition! The Royal Ulster Academy of Arts (RUA) returns to the Ulster Museum this autumn for its 145th Annual Exhibition, bringing together around 350 works by artists from Northern Ireland, across Ireland and further afield. Craft NI will present a guest showcase within the exhibition, bringing together a curated selection of contemporary craft works spanning various disciplines such as ceramics, glass, jewellery, textiles, metalwork and furniture. The showcase brings together works that explore new, contemporary interpretations of the natural colours of the Irish landscape: from bespoke furniture and blown glass to silversmithing, ceramics and handcrafted jewellery, the works sit in conversation with one another, creating a shared canvas of the local landscape and its influence on the makers. Participating designer-makers include Adam Frew, Andrea Spencer, Anima Roos, Anna Smyth, Cara Murphy (RUA Academician), Carla Pennie McBride, Céline Traynor, Joanne Lamb, John Piekaar, Mark Hanvey, Matthew Chambers, Rauni Higson, Sarah Cathers, Scott Benefield, Seliena Coyle and Shauna McCann. The showcase highlights the breadth and vitality of the local craft sector, with an emphasis on the quality, creativity and technical skill evident in the work of NI designer-makers.
The Earth is the First Body: an Exhibition by Botanic Gardens Artist-in-Residence Kerrie Hanna The Earth is the First Body is a new exhibition by artist Kerrie Hanna, created during her residency at Botanic Gardens. Using inks, pigments and charcoal made from plants growing in the Gardens, Kerrie has explored the stories, history and living landscape of this unique place. The exhibition looks at the Gardens' past, including the movement of plants around the world during Victorian times, while also highlighting the important work of protecting plants and biodiversity today. Through stained glass and other artworks, The Earth is the First Body invites us to think about our connection to the natural world and our role in caring for it. Join us for the exhibition opening event and be among the first to see the work. The exhibition officially opens to the public on 24 October and runs until 6 December.