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Tuesday 17 November in Belfast

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Tuesday 17 November 5 listings

18:30

An Tionólann - so much a part of us

Falls Road Library · West Belfast · Talks & books · Exhibitions
As Belfast expanded westward a Presbyterian congregation was established in the Falls district, becoming known as Albert street Presbyterian Church. It served the area until 1971 when circumstances led to it’s closure. This exhibition and the talk which accompanies it will tell the story of the congregation’s commitment to the area for over a century and illustrates how An Tionólann, re-engages with West Belfast as a direct link to what is for many a forgotten history. With an introduction from local historian Tom Hartley. Everyone is Welcome! Tuesday 17 November 6:30pm -7:30pm Booking is essential t: 028 9050 9212 e: fallsroad.library@librariesni.org.uk
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18:30

The Story of the Belfast Blitz

Lisburn City Library · Lisburn · Talks & books
Join us for an insightful talk exploring the devastating impact of four Luftwaffe air raids carried out on Northern Ireland in Spring 1941. The talk, delivered by Mark Wigton, Outreach Officer at the Northern Ireland War Memorial, will highlight why Belfast in particular was targeted and will feature first hand accounts describing four nights that would change the face of the city forever. Refreshments will be provided. Lisburn Library is an accessible building with parking nearby. Booking Essential t: 028 9266 9345 e: lisburncity.library@librariesni.org.uk
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19:30

NISF Science Cafe – Vitamin D: The Sunshine Vitamin, Its Mysteries and the Science of Our Health

The Black Box · Main Room · City centre · Talks & books
Why is vitamin D so important for our health, and how much do we really know about the so-called sunshine vitamin? From sunlight and nutrition to immunity, inflammation and common diseases, join Dr Kazi Lutfar Rahman for an engaging journey into the fascinating science of vitamin D. Drawing on his PhD research at Ulster University, Kazi will explore the relationship between vitamin D and psoriasis, an inflammatory skin condition, and investigate why people may respond differently to modern biologic treatments. He will also introduce the intriguing roles of genetics and epigenetics, discuss practical ways to maintain healthy vitamin D levels, and separate scientific evidence from common myths.’ Can vitamin D help protect us from disease? Is sunlight alone enough in Northern Ireland? And could understanding our genes help explain differences in health and treatment responses? Join this informal Science Café to explore these questions, discover the evidence and take part in the conversation. No scientific background is needed, just curiosity! Dr Kazi Lutfar Rahman is a biomedical scientist and PhD graduate from Ulster University, with a background in medicine, physiology and biomedical research. With experience in medical education and biomedical research, Kazi is passionate about making complex scientific concepts accessible to the public and encouraging meaningful conversations about health, disease and emerging research. This event is 18+
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