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Monday 23 November 73 listings

Morning 10

10:00

Rhythm and Rhyme (Monday)

Lisburn City Library · Lisburn · Family
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.
aged 0 - 4 years; Children require an accompanying adultVenue listing
10:00to 10:30

Tea and Newspapers 7 libraries

Across 7 libraries · East Belfast · Community
Every Monday from 10:00am - 12 noon. Tea and Newspapers groups give adults the opportunity to meet new people, socialise and discuss local and national affairs in the newspapers while enjoying complimentary tea/coffee and biscuits.
7 libraries, 10:00 to 10:30
10:30to 11:00

Knit and Natter 3 libraries

Across 3 libraries · North Belfast · Workshops & classes
Every Monday from 10:30am - 12 noon. Knit and Natter Groups are for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. They are free of charge to attend and participants have the opportunity to share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Members can bring along a project they are already working on or can start something new.
Free
10:30

Parent Toddler Group

Chichester Library · North Belfast · Family
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
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10:30to 11:30

Rhythm and Rhyme 5 libraries

Across 5 libraries · Family
Every Monday from 11:30am to 12 noon. Phone to book on Saturday prior to Monday Rhythm and Rhyme. Rhythm and Rhyme sessions introduce parents and children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories. Each session offers an entertaining opportunity for children to engage with others, provides a good foundation to develop their reading, listening and language skills and of course to have lots of fun!
5 libraries, 10:30 to 11:30

Afternoon 8

12:30to 14:30

Mary Ann’s Poor House Tales – Clifton House Self-Guided Audio and AR Tour Experience 9 times

Clifton House · Tours
Mary Ann’s Poor House Tales – Clifton House Self-Guided Audio and AR Tour Experience Mary Ann McCracken (1770 – 1866) was a remarkable woman who, throughout her life, fought for the rights of the poor and disadvantaged in her hometown of Belfast and further afield. Her life is inextricably linked to the Belfast Poor House. Mary Ann was just six years old when she first visited the Belfast Poor House. From that day on she worked tirelessly to support and uplift the poor, and her influence within the house left a legacy that can still be felt today. Mary Ann’s Poor House Tales is a 30-minute self-guided audio and AR tour experience of Clifton House, during which you will hear all about her work and endeavours, her family, and the people who shaped her journey. You will also learn about some of the people who Mary Ann helped and supported; residents of the Poor House whose stories deserve to be told. As you listen to these stories and explore the house, you will stroll through the same hallways that Mary Ann walked every day. This tour experience includes augmented reality (AR), bringing Mary Ann’s Poor House tales to life. Glimpse into the nursery school, set up by her and the Ladies Committee; see into the basement, where Mary Ann ensured women and children learnt a skill and trade to escape poverty; and gaze out the window into 18 th Century Belfast, and spot the ships masts as Mary Ann would have seen as a child. Please note: Clifton House remains a working building, hosting conferences, talks, and events in addition to tours. For this reason, availability for self-guided tours will change on a weekly basis. We recommend checking in advance to confirm available tour times and make your booking. This new experience has been funded by Belfast City Council and Belfast Charitable Society. Further Information Free App Download: Mary Ann’s Poor House Tales self-guided tour makes use of a free app, downloadable from both the Apple App Store and Google Play . Clifton House has devices available to use with the App, however if you prefer to use your own mobile, please download the app in advance of your visit. Please note that there are sometimes compatibility issues with older devices, but rest assured we will be able to provide a device and headsets on your arrival if the app fails to download on your own mobile. · Audio-Only Tour: Please note that the tour currently includes audio only and does not feature subtitles or BSL/ISL interpretation. Available Languages: The audio is available in English, Irish, Spanish, French, German, and Italian. Headphones: Headphones are available to borrow at Clifton House. However, if you prefer to use your own device to experience the tour, we encourage visitors to bring their own earphones also, to avoid any compatibility issues. Tour Route: The self-guided tour takes place entirely on the ground floor of Clifton House and does not include access to our historic Board Room. To explore more of our history and visit Belfast’s most historic room, consider joining one of our fully guided tours led by our expert volunteers. Parking: Free onsite parking is available at Clifton House. Accessibility: Please inform us at least two days in advance of any accessibility requirements. While there are steps at the entrance, alternative arrangements can be made with prior notice. Cancellations & Refunds: Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the scheduled tour start time. £5 per person Age: Not suitable for children under 8 years old Entry to Clifton House for the Self-Guided Tour is £5 per person (not £5 per device). The app is free to download. Sharing of devices to reduce cost is not permitted. Use of headphones is a requirement of the tour. Clifton House is a working building and the noise from devices not connected to headphones will impact on other people’ experiences. Borrowing of headsets is free.
9 times, 12:30 to 14:30
£5
14:00to 15:00

Knit and Natter 2 libraries

Across 2 libraries · East Belfast · Workshops & classes
Every Monday from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Knit and Natter Groups are for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. They are free of charge to attend and participants have the opportunity to share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Members can bring along a project they are already working on or can start something new.
Free
14:30

Rhythm and Rhyme

Finaghy Library · South Belfast · Family
Every Monday from 2:30pm - 3:00pm. Booking essential. Rhythm and Rhyme sessions introduce parents and children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories. Each session offers an entertaining opportunity for children to engage with others, provides a good foundation to develop their reading, listening and language skills and of course to have lots of fun!
aged 0 - 4 yearsVenue listing
15:00

Homework Club

Lisburn City Library · Lisburn · Family
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
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15:00

Shared Reading

The Duncairn · Workshops & classes
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.”
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Tonight 17

17:30

I Play Rocky

Queen's Film Theatre · South Belfast · Film
Featuring a career-making performance from Anthony Ippolito, Peter Farrelly vividly recreates the story of how an unknown named Sylvester Stallone got Rocky produced — and became a superstar. Sylvester (Ippolito) dreams of being an actor, but he grew up poor, shuttled from home to home, and at one point lived on the street. Now in his twenties, the closest he's come to the big screen is acting in a porno and working as an usher. Then he sees Muhammad Ali fight Chuck Wepner, and inspiration hits: in a few fevered days, he writes a screenplay about an underdog boxer who goes the distance. Studio executives love it — but they balk at Sylvester’s stipulation that he play the hero. The production of this ambitious indie film will prove more arduous than anyone could have imagined. Ippolito is supported by a dream cast that includes Tracy Letts, Stephan James, and Oscar nominee Matt Dillon.
12ATickets & info
19:00

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS WREATH WORKSHOPS: Bridge Community Centre

Island Arts Centre · Lisburn · Workshops & classes
Free, booking essential, only open to LCCC residents Get festive, learn a new skill or just have fun creating a beautiful Christmas Wreath to make sure your door is the best dressed in town. We are pleased to announce a number of FREE Christmas Wreath Making workshops for our LCCC residents this festive season. All materials provided, please bring secateurs and gardening gloves! This workshop is postcode restricted to those living within the Lisburn and Castlereagh city council area only. To get tickets for this workshop please register or log in to your account at islandartscentre.com . In partnership with LCCC Parks and Amenities. Places are limited! Book your spot now. Date: Monday 23 November Time: 7-9pm Location: Bridge Community Centre Cost: Free, booking essential Get festive, learn a new skill or just have fun creating a beautiful Christmas Wreath to make sure your door is the best dressed in town. We are pleased to announce a number of FREE Christmas Wreath Making workshops for our LCCC residents this festive season. All materials provided, please bring secateurs and gardening gloves! This workshop is postcode restricted to those living within the Lisburn and Castlereagh city council area only. To get tickets for this workshop please register or log in to your account at islandartscentre.com. In partnership with LCCC Parks and Amenities. Places are limited! Book your spot now.”
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19:30

Big Laughs at The Big House

The Pavilion Bar · South Belfast · Comedy
Comedians! Some brand new, some old pros trying new jokes! Each with 5-10 minutes to make you laugh. Arrive early for a chance to win £10 in drinks. Heckling is not encouraged . Comedians may sometimes ask things of the crowd but please don’t feel the need to shout out during people’s jokes and tread on their punchlines. “A warm, welcoming and inclusive night” Culture NI “My favourite place to do comedy in Belfast” Rich Hall “Definitely an ideal way to spend a Monday evening” Gigging NI “packed comedy night.. biggest laughs of the night” RTE Prime time
Tickets & info
20:00

MCD Presents Blossoms

Ulster Hall · Music
Blossoms are coming to Ulster Hall on 23 November 2026 as part of their biggest headline tour to date! Blossoms will embark on their biggest headline tour to date and follow the announcement of their sixth studio album, Songs From The Wedding Cake, released October 2 via ODD SK / Distiller Records. Blossoms recently released their new single 'Meet Me In Love' and its accompanying video starring Maya Jama and Callum Scott-Howells. Fans can access the pre-sale for the newly announced Belfast show at10am on Wednesday 19 August by pre-ordering the new album from the band's official store - https://blossoms.tmstor.es .
£46.50Tickets & info
20:15

You Can See Everything

Queen's Film Theatre · South Belfast · Film
Thirty-four days before she’s sent to prison, notorious Silicon Valley founder Elizabeth Holmes invites a skeptical film crew to document her every move. Filmed over the course of three years, the film captures Holmes as she continues to vehemently maintain her innocence, and evolves into something far stranger, more intimate, and more unpredictable than a conventional documentary. Beginning in 2023, in the 34 days leading up to disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes’ prison sentence, filmmaker and comedian Nathan Fielder moves into Holmes’ home with her husband, Billy Evans, and their children.
15Tickets & info
22:00

JUICEBOX MONDAYS!🧃 CHRISTMAS COMES EARLY🎅

Kremlin · Clubbing
CHRISTMAS COMES EARLY 🎅🧃 Too early? Not for us 👀🎄 We’re kicking off the festive season at JUICEBOX MONDAYS with Christmas classics, pop anthems & massive singalongs! 🎤✨ 📍 KREMLIN 📅 Monday 23rd November 🍹 £3.50 selected drinks 🥃 £2 shots Dust off the Christmas jumper & it’s time to start playing Mariah Carey 😂🎁 LETS GET JUICED! 🍊
£3–518+Tickets & info

Ongoing 9

Until30 Nov

‘Art of the Possible’

Ulster Museum · South Belfast · Exhibitions
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.
FreeTickets & info
Until3 Jan

Craft NI Showcase @ RUA 2026

Ulster Museum · South Belfast · Exhibitions
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.
FreeVenue listing
Until6 Dec

The Earth is the First Body Exhibition

Botanic Gardens Palm House · Exhibitions
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.
FreeVenue listing
Until31 Dec

Bernat Klein: Influence & Inspiration

Craft NI Gallery · Exhibitions
Craft NI Gallery in partnership with Future Island-Island, Belfast School of Art, Live Borders Museums & Galleries and The Bernat Klein Foundation, is delighted to present a capsule exhibition of selected work that shares the legacy of Bernat Klein (1922 – 2014), textile designer and manufacturer, artist and colourist. Colour connects every aspect of Klein’s creative practice that lasted a lifetime. Whether in his innovation of 1960s couture mohair tweeds or printed textiles, or evident in his work as an artist and colourist. Klein encompassed the importance of place in exploring his visual language of colour and texture. There will also be a sister exhibition (details to follow) at Belfast School of Art and a symposium in November. Both exhibitions illustrate Klein’s influence across design, architecture, visual arts, as well as his significant creative and cultural contribution to Scotland. Original archive pieces give context to the work of contemporary practitioners who have been inspired by The Klein legacy, and which still holds relevance today. Who was Bernat Klein? Serbian born designer Bernat Klein (1922 – 2014) emigrated to the UK in the post-war period and based his textile manufacturing business in the Scottish Borders (1951 – 1992). In a career spanning six decades, Klein found international success in the interlarded spheres of visual arts, fashion, textiles design, architecture, industrial design, and colour consultancy. He sold couture fabrics to leading couriers such as Chanel and Dior, gained recognition in Scandinavia and North America, and realised two important buildings with modernist architect Peter Womersley (1923 – 1993).
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Until30 Dec

Big Bauble Showcase

Craft NI Gallery · Exhibitions
An annual staple at Craft NI Gallery during the festive season, the Big Bauble Showcase features a wide selection of limited ranges and one-off baubles all handcrafted to a high standard by local designer-makers in porcelain, felt, enamel, textiles or hand blown glass. The event is a highlight for visitors who come back each year to add to their collection. Stop by to admire the skills of local makers and pick up a meaningful gift!
FreeVenue listing
Until31 Jan

The Gift

Craft NI Gallery · Exhibitions
The Gift, Craft NI Gallery’s annual Christmas selling exhibition, opens November 5th! Join us for a festive opening night on November 5th, 6 – 9pm (Late Night Art Belfast) to see the latest creations of local designer-makers and a chance to meet some of them in person! Celebrating the creativity and craftsmanship of local makers, the exhibition brings together a thoughtfully curated collection of unique, handcrafted gifts, from contemporary jewellery and ceramics to textiles, woodwork and much more. Whether you’re searching for a special gift for a loved one or something to treasure yourself for years to come, discover one-of-a-kind pieces made by talented makers right here on our doorstep. Participating makers: Abbie Dixon, Aisling Higgins, Anna Smyth, Fiona Kerr, Hugh Cummins, Inga Reed, Janice Gilmore, Jill Phillips, Marlene McKibbin, Martin Cameron, Mary Chris, Natasha Heaslip, Nichola Dalton, Rory Shearer, Sarah Elliott, Seamus Gill, Ursula McGivern. The exhibition runs until January 31st, 2027.
FreeTickets & info
Until28 Nov

Class of 76: Fifty Years of Art

Holywood Library · Holywood · Exhibitions
Celebrate 50 years of creativity with the Class of ’76, a group of artists who graduated from Belfast School of Art in 1976. Explore an exciting exhibition of paintings, drawings, photography, ceramics and conceptual art, organised by John Rubery. Showcasing the diverse and unexpected journeys of a generation of artists.
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Until13 Feb

THE PERFECT STORM Ralf Sander

Golden Thread Gallery · Exhibitions
Launch : Saturday 14th November 1pm-3pm Dates : 14th November – 13th February 2027 Gallery : Upper Gallery & Lower Gallery Artist Talk : 20th November (TBC) Ralf Sander’s largest solo exhibition in Northern Ireland to date, this exhibition brings together sculpture, photography, sound, film and satellite data to examine how images shape our understanding of reality. A “perfect storm” describes a rare and powerful convergence of events. Sander uses this idea to consider the forces that shape how we see the world, and our capacity to influence them. Sander turns satellite imagery and weather data, tools normally used to observe the Earth, into an artistic medium. Treating the satellite as a camera, he transforms scientific information into another way of seeing the world. The resulting installation creates an illusion through photography, digital imagery and sculpture. It invites us to consider whether every photograph is, in some sense, an illusion: not reality itself, but one version of it. The work asks how this constructed reality differs from the reality we experience in everyday life. The exhibition builds on Sander’s long-standing interest in testing the possibilities of sculpture across different materials and media. His work has been exhibited internationally, and he has also initiated and curated exhibitions and art projects. The exhibition reflects Golden Thread Gallery’s continuing commitment to ambitious and critically engaged contemporary art. It extends the gallery’s programme beyond historical enquiry to address wider questions of perception and representation, and the role visual culture plays in shaping our shared understanding of the world. About the Artist Born in December 1963, Ralf Sander is an internationally active sculptor and conceptual artist. His practice ranges from large-scale public monuments and figurative sculptures carved from single tree trunks to experimental projects that connect art and science. Sander has exhibited worldwide, in internationally acclaimed locations such as Bonner Kunsthalle, Museum of Art Stuttgart, Haus der Kunst Munich, Philadelphia Museum, Nowisibirsk Museum of Art and Seoul MoA. Sander is a Reader in Fine Art at the Belfast School of Art , Ulster University. Originally from Berlin, he is now based in Islandmagee, Northern Ireland. Accessibility The Lower Gallery is accessed via the ground floor, which is step-free. The Upper Gallery is accessed via wheelchair accessible lift or by the stairwell. Large print versions of exhibition texts are available. Access videos of the gallery are available on our website here , with BSL and ISL signed versions. Please let us know if you have any questions or additional requirements, we are working hard to make the gallery as accessible as possible for everyone. Golden Thread Gallery is proud to hold an Arts & Disability Access Award Venue Accreditation. Golden Thread Gallery is supported by:
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