Cruinniú na nÓg is the National Day of Creativity for Children, funded by the Creative Ireland Programme and organised through local authorities across Ireland.
This year, this special day will take place on Saturday, June 7, with over 50 events happening in Galway County, more than half of which incorporate the Irish language.
The programme includes a fabulous variety of workshops, exhibitions, performances, dancing games and so much more, plus an exciting selection of events happening for Cruinniú Late, an initiative of the Night Time Economy initiative.
Valerie Kelly, Creative Communities Engagement Officer, Galway County Council, is looking forward to this year’s programme.
“Cruinniú na nÓg is a real highlight in our calendar here in the Arts Office. It’s incredibly rewarding to help the young people of Galway to explore their creativity and celebrate their culture all while having fun with their families and friends”
Highlights include ‘Disco in a Day’, a hands-on workshop where professional DJs will show you exactly what you need to create a wonderful disco experience, from mixing disco hits to setting up the club.
Then the doors will open for a pop-up free family-friendly disco created by workshop participants…all before the sun goes down.
Your workshop host is the wonderful Aoife McElwain, who has dreamed-up, hosted, and DJed at all types of events from the ever-popular ‘Sing-along-social’ shows to the main stages of Ireland’s biggest festivals.
No experience in DJing and/or event management is needed to participate.
Pop along to ‘Sparkcatchers! Any News?’ a magazine-style TV Show performance featuring discussion from the young people of Tuam about the issues that matter to them.
There will be exciting drumming workshops with Drumadore in Moycullen and Headford.
Join in a singing workshop with FUSE Music’s Let’s Sing!, an event for children from 1st to 6th class which will allow them to explore their singing voices through group singing exercises and games.
This workshop is designed to help everyone of all levels of ability to feel confident and excited about using their voices.
Explore the world of sheep and wool farming with local artists in Moylough through creative activities including map making and needle felting.
Gliondar are hosting a fabulous Festival Day, an event for the entire family with a variety of events for all ages. There will be balloon twisting, spoken word workshops and a variety of events throughout the day, and in the evening, the stage transforms into a platform to allow local youth bands and DJs to showcase their talent.
Our libraries are also taking part in this national day of creativity with a series of events in a library near you including ‘The Story of Music and Instruments Through the Ages’ in Oranmore, ‘Kids’ Cooking Workshops’ in Ballinasloe, ‘Creative Mindfulness as Gaeilge’ in An Spidéal, ‘Design your own Bookmark’ in Loughrea, ‘Paper Folding & Book Art’ in Portumna plus full family fun day programmes in Áras Éanna, Inis Oírr; Halla Naomh Eoin, Inis Meáin; Drom Soccer Park and Athenry Heritage Centre.
