skibbereen arts festival 2011

Skibbereen Arts FestivalFile Ealane

July 18 - July 30 2011www.skibbereenartsfestival.com

Hello and welcometo the third Skibbereen Arts Festival!!!For many years West Cork has been a haven for artistic talent and is recognised as being one of Europes cultural hotspots. Skibbereen once again pays homage this year to this vibrant fabric of our community that is the arts. In times like these, people need and appreciate the facets of the arts more than ever.

Following on the success of our second festival last year, we have again managed to attract some very exciting events for Skibbereen this year. As well as the many world-class artists and events coming to town, there will also be many cultural and sporting events taking place and a very special Skibbereen Childrens Festival. There is something for everyone in this years festival no matter what your taste may be.

Special thanks to all the volunteers whove helped in any way in the organising of this years event, to our sponsors and funders without whom this simply couldnt happen and to the people and businesses of Skibbereen for their continued support.

A special word of thanks to Reverend Bruce Hayes and the select vestry of Abbeystrewry Church for allowing us to use their beautiful venue for select events.

Bainig sult as na File!

Brendan McCarthyChairman

Thanks to those who so generously opened their premises to us for the festival exhibitions: Gerard Desmond, 4 North Street, Skibbereen. | Teresa ODonovan, 67 North Street, Skibbereen. | Skibbereen Credit Union, North Street, Skibbereen. | Noel ODriscoll, The Quay, Skibbereen. | The Time Travellers Bookshop, Bridge Street, Skibbereen.

Cover Artwork: Hollie Chastain - www.holliechastain.com

MAIN SPONSORS

BOX OFFICESkibbereen Arts Festival,Filte Ireland Offi ce, North Street,Skibbereen, Co. Cork.Phone: 087 1260327Email: info@ skibbereenartsfestival.comWeb: www.skibbereenartsfestival.com

Further Information on Childrens Festival:Colette OBrien - 086 1531692

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!If you think you may have some spare time over the festival we would love to hear from you! We need volunteers to help with certain events so please call us on 087 1260327 or email.

VISITING WEST CORK:If youre visiting Skibbereen for a few days and would like to take some time out away from the festival, call into Skibbereen Tourist Offi ce where they would be happy to advise you on the best places to go for sailing, surfi ng, kayaking, swimming, eating and drinking in West Cork.028 21766www.discoverireland.ie/southwest

CHECK WEBSITE FOR UPDATESWWW.SKIBBEREENARTSFESTIVAL.COM

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Muintir SkibbereenCredit Union

festivalIntroduction to Photography with Charles LeePlease bring a camera (disposable also suitable) Prize at the end of the week for the best photo. 10.00-11.30 | Lee Garden Centre | Age 8+ | 5 | Booking essential

fun with hair with Sinad in Refl ectionsHave fun with hair styles and beads.10.00-11.30 | Refl ections Hair Salon | Age 7+ | 5 | Booking essential

arts & crafts workshop with Sonia Caldwell Papermaking: Learn how to make your very own paper with grasses & recycled materials. 10.30-12.30 | Scout Hall | Age 5+ | 7 | Booking essential

Drop in art competition11.00-1.00 | Filte Tourist Offi ce | Free of Charge | No booking required

hannah montana Disco Party1.00-2.30 | Mary Deasy Hair Salon | Age 7+ | 3 | Booking essential

science workshop with Kay Quinn2.00-3.00 | Scout Hall | 9-12 yrs | 5 | Booking essential

teddy bears Picnic Storytelling, face painting,bouncing castle, etc. (Children must be supervised here at all times)3.00-4.30 | Hideaway Caravan Park | 6 Family Ticket (2A2C or 1A3C. Extra Child 2)

kids bake with Siobhan from Kalbos Caf6.30-7.30| Kalbos Caf | 6-10yrs | 5 | Booking essential

cycle sense skills workshop with Cycle Sense Slaloms, slow race, limbo & more- must be able to cycle.Bikes & helmets provided or you can bring your own. 7.00-8.00 |Fairfi eld | 5 | Booking essential

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arts & crafts workshop with Sonia Caldwell Bush Craft: rope from nettles & grasses, reed shelters, stick construction,charcoal drawing - all you need in the wild. 10.30-12.30 | Scout Hall | Age 6+ | 5 | Booking essential

abseiling, climbing & archery(under 8s will not be accommodated for safety reasons)11.00-1.00 | Russagh Mill | Age 8+ | 10 | Booking Eessential

Drop in art competitionNo booking required. | Free of charge | 11.00-1.00 | Failte Tourist Offi ce

the shell collageLimited Spaces. Booking direct with the library. Tel 028 2240011.00-12.00 | Skibbereen Library | Age 4-6yrs

sand castle competitionUnder 5, 8,12, Teen & Adult. Enteries from 1.30 on day 1.00-3.00 | Tragumna Beach

Irish Dancing workshop with Deborah & Rachel 2.00-4.00 | Scout Hall | Age 5+ | 5 | Booking essential

circus skills workshop2.00-3.30 & 3.30-5.00 | Abbeystrewry Hall | Age 8+ | 5 | Booking essential

fun with food3.00-4.00 | La Voyage | Age 6+ | 5 | Booking essential

Ice cream Party - Create your own!3.00-4.00 & 4.00-5.00 | Busy Bee | 4 | Booking essential

flower arranging with Emily of Four Seasons Florists Create your own personal arrangement.4.00-5.30 | Four Seasons Florists | Age 7+ | 10 | Booking essential

kids bake with Siobhan from Kalbos Caf6.30-7.30 | Kalbos Caf | 6-10yrs | 5 | Booking essential

treasure hunt (under 10s must be accompanied by an adult)7.00p.m. | From Festival Offi ce | 3 | Sponsored by Cathal ODonovan Bookshop

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Introduction to Photography with Charles Lee Please bring a camera, disposable also suitable. Prize at end of week for best photo.10.00-11.30 | Lee Garden Centre | Age 8+ | 5 | Booking essential

arts & crafts workshop with Sonia CaldwellSeacraft: All you need to make art from the shore. Shell glitter, sand, natural coloursbrought together to make seaside pictures.10.30-12.30 | Scout Hall | Age 5+ | 5 | Booking essential

storytelling with Breda Herlihy11.00-12.00 | Skibbereen Library | 028 22400

Drop in art competition All ages.11.00-1.00 | Tourist Offi ce | No booking required | Free of charge

sweet bake with Sarah & Steve of Coffeys Kitchen 11.00-12.30 | Coffeys Kitchen, North St. | Age 6+ | 5 | Booking essential

modern Dance with Encore School of Dance 11.00-12.30 | Abbeystrewry Hall | Age 4-7 | 5 | Booking essential

Learn to knit workshop at the Yarn Barn11.00-12.00 | West Cork Paints, Cork Rd. | 8 | Booking essential

modern Dance with Encore School of Dance 1.30-3.30 | Abbeystrewery Hall | Age 7+ | 5

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family art workshop with Sonia Caldwell2.00-3.00 | Scout Hall | Age 2+ | 3 per child | Booking essential

tennis blitz with tennis coach Alfi e OMahony 3.00-4.00 Age 7-10 | 4.00-5.00 Age 10+ | Playground Tennis Courts | 2 | Booking advisable

schull & fit bonesadventure challengeCrawl the forest fl oor, escape the spiders web, balance on the slackline & string forest challenge. Children must be supervised here at all times.Limited allocated times this year dueto restricted parking facilities.3.30p.m. onwards | Lissard Estate Tragumna Road | 5 | Booking essential

soccer blitz Underage Organised by Skibbereen Soccer Club, Baltimore Road, Skibbereen.7.00p.m. | Skibbereen Soccer Club | Visitors Welcome

kiddies fancyDress Disco7.00-9.00p.m. | Eldon Hotel | (no charge- lots of prizes)

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arts & crafts workshop with Sonia CaldwellKites: make a kite from offcuts from coloured sails10.30-12.30 | Scout Hall | Age 7+ | 7 | Booking essential

Introduction to first aidLearn how to bandage, the recovery position & what to do in an emergency.2.00-3.00 | Abbeystrewery Hall | 5

Learn to knit workshop at the Yarn Barn 11.00-12.00 | West Cork Paints, Cork Rd. | 8 | Booking essential

Drop in art competition All ages11.00-1.00 | Tourist Offi ce | No Booking required | Free of charge

skibbereen show All ages12.00| Skibbereen Show Grounds, Cork Road, Skibbereen.

family art workshop with Sonia Caldwell2.00-3.00 | Scout Hall | Age 2+ | 3 per child | Booking essential

table quiz7.00pm | Scout Hall | Table of 4 6

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arts & crafts with Sonia CaldwellCity Construction:Practice your architectural skills& make a model of your dream building.10.30-12.30 | Scout Hall | Age 6+ | 5 | Booking essential

silk PaintingLimited spaces. Booking direct with the library. Tel 028 2240011.00-12.00 | Library | Age 4-6yrs | Free of charge

jedward hairstyles with James & team. (half hour appointments) 11.30-1.00 | Karisma, North St. | 5 | Booking essential

science workshop with Kay Quinn 2.00-3.00 | Scout Hall | Age 7-9 | 5 | Booking essential

redesign your own tshirt& create a new look with Noreen of Sassys Ladies Fashions (dont forget your t-shirt) 3.30-4.30 | Scout Hall | Age 6+ | 5 | Booking Essential

fun & games Medals for all participants.4.00-6.00p.m. | Sports Centre | Age 5-10yrs | 3 | Booking essential

talent showFun & entertainment from primary school children within the locality. Great night assured.8.00p.m. | Town Hall | Adult 5, Teenagers 3, Children 2

tag rugby summer League for all!Suitable for ladies and gents, boys and girls. From Friday 8t