Youth Arts News June 2011

The Certificate in Youth Arts is a part time, yearlong university accredited course of study in Irish Youth Arts Practice managed and delivered by the Arts Programme at NYCI and accredited by NUI Maynooth’s Department of Applied Social Studies. The Certificate in Youth Arts aims to introduce those working in the non-formal education sector to the concepts, principles and practice of youth arts using a context and practice approach.

Following the submission of applications All those meeting minimum criteria will be invited to a group workshop on Thursday, 18th August 2011. (You must be available to attend this workshop if you are applying). All those who do not meet minimum criteria will receive a letter explaining that they have not been successful.  

The group workshop will include group discussion and activities intended to explore in more detail applicant’s background and experience, expectations of the course etc.  We will also explore how people participate and engage in a group.  It will be led by a panel comprising the arts team at NYCI, the course tutors and possibly an independent facilitator. From the group workshop 20 people will be offered places within 5 days of the workshop. These participants will be asked to accept or decline their place by Friday, 9th September 2011.

For full details on the course including dates for 2011/2012 module outlines, assessment methods and other relevant information, please download the Prospectus for 2011/2012 here

You can also download the Application Form by clicking on the link below:

Download the Application Form

Those interested in undertaking the Certificate in Youth Arts for the coming year are asked to submit an application form to Anne O’Gorman, Youth Arts Programme, NYCI, 3 Montague Street, Dublin 2 or by email to anneog@nyci.ie

The closing date for applications is Thursday, 4th August 2011. 

The Arts programme would like to extend a big thank you to all the organisations who submitted applications to the latest round of the Artist in Youth Work Residency Scheme. The application process can be a long one and we received a large number of high-quality applications. Following the application process, the independent panel was convened in late June and eleven organisations from across Ireland were awarded funding for projects in 2011/2012.

The Panel included representation from both the youth arts and youth work sectors and was made up of Alison Fox, Youth Officer with County Wicklow VEC, Victoria Durrer, Youth Arts Coordinator with South Dublin County Council, Ger MaGee, Youth Work Manager with Catholic Youth Care and included for the first time since the Scheme was developed, a youth voice-Darren Scully, who has worked with Axis Ballymun and who is currently undertaking an internship with Headstrong.

A second round of funding for the 2011/2012 Scheme will be made available in September 2011 and we encourage any organisation’s who are considering applying and have any questions or queries about the scheme or the application process to contact the programme over the summer months.

For any queries regarding the scheme or applying for funding through the scheme, please contact Fiona Smith, Youth Arts Project Officer by emailing fiona@nyci.ie

A very busy few months here in the Arts Programme culminated in our Youth Arts Summer School for Youth Workers in Cork at the beginning of June this year. The residential summer school saw almost 50 participants take part in art form workshops across digital filmmaking, visual art, drama and street art as well as exciting evening events and a showcase celebration of all the hard work that had been undertaken.

All participants arrived in Cork with a huge amount of commitment and enthusiasm for the three days and so much fantastic work was created, not to mention new networks and links for youth workers across Ireland and a few lifelong friendships too! 

One of our participants tweeted about his experience on returning-RHCPip said “#BreakingTheRules was absolutely amazing. One of the best times I've ever had. Wonderful people, ideas and experiences. Thanks nyci”. So a very successful few days for all involved, with 100% of those who evaluated the experience wanting to attend next year’s summer school-and 100% who would reccommend the summer school to staff and colleagues-the planning is already underway for 2012!

We will be uploading images and participant’s experiences and feedback to our website shortly, so keep an eye out to see what it was all about and to get some inspiration for attending next year’s event!

For more information on the summer school or any of the arts programmes training opportunities, please see http://www.youtharts.ie/content/training or contact Fiona Smith at fiona@nyci.ie

The Arts Council has announced the appointment of Orlaith McBride as its new Director. The appointment was approved by the Arts Council following an application and interview process and she will take up her position this September.

Orlaith McBride has worked in the arts for over 15 years across a broad range of arts organisations including local authorities, arts-in-education, youth arts and theatre. She has produced the National Youth Theatre at the Peacock Theatre since 2007. She is the President of the National Youth Council of Ireland, and a member of the National Youth Work Advisory Committee. She served as a member of the Arts Council for over 7 years, was a member of the Dublin City Council Strategic Policy Committee (Arts and Youth) and was a member of the Arts Council Special Committee on the Arts and Education.

Congratulations to Orlaith on her new role with the Arts Council. For more information see www.artscouncil.ie

Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Jimmy Deenihan TD, together with Arts Council, have launched Culturefox, a new Irish cultural events guide that can be downloaded as a mobile phone app or used online, as part of Government efforts to boost the creative sector.

The Arts Council has said “Culture Fox is the latest high-tech enabler for Ireland’s arts and tourism sector which is essential to economic recovery.” Culturefox, which is available online and downloadable free for iPhone, Android and Blackberry, was developed by the Arts Council, in collaboration with Fáilte Ireland and funded by the Government. Minister Deenihan described Culturefox as an "exciting new initiative for Ireland’s arts and tourism sectors and said "the Government is delighted to support Culturefox which combines technology and the arts to create a new window on the cultural world for individuals, families, locals and visitors.”

In recent weeks, the Arts Council has written to its funded organisations alerting them to Culturefox and, already, over 715 venues and over 2,000 festivals and events have been uploaded to the platform. Log on to find out what is happening in your area this summer.

For more information see www.culturefox.ie or www.artscouncil.ie

Artswork, the English National Youth Arts Development Agency, has developed an innovative new publication that shows fresh evidence of the transformational power of the arts to make positive changes to the lives of young people.

Supported by the voices and views of young people and endorsed by leading international arts, creative and cultural figures, the new publication: ‘Youth Arts Transforms Lives’ illustrates the real impact of participation in arts and culture with, for and by young people. The statistics, case studies and articles drawn together from across England demonstrate the highest quality of Youth Arts practice currently being delivered by youth and arts organisations throughout England. It includes inspiring accounts from young people who recount their own personal experiences and journeys of learning through participation in the arts.

The publication can be found by following this link:

http://artswork.org.uk/campaign-2011

Access the resource for full information on the background of the campaign or contact Artswork direct by emailing jay@artswork.org.uk

Dance Ireland seeks to recruit either one full-time receptionist or two part-time receptionists who will be based at DanceHouse. Reporting to the General Manager, the primary function of this role is as receptionist with administrative duties and additional tasks as required. As the welcoming face of the venue, the post holder will be confident and friendly. The nature of the work requires a flexible person who is willing to work a variety of shifts.

Please submit a CV and a cover note expressing your preference to work full-time or part-time by email to sian.cunningham@danceireland.ie. Selected applicants will be invited to interview on 20 July 2011. For full details and the job description please see http://bit.ly/mtI6KB

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 6th July 2011. 

The Rialto Youth Project is now looking to fill the position of community youth worker with a person of leadership and vision. The Project invites applications for the following full time post: Community Youth Worker (Maternity Cover) Respect for the innate abilities and life experiences of young people inform a range of working methodologies and programme responses through the arts / cultural and recreational processes - among others – which are designed to suit the individual needs of young people and in particular those most at risk. CDYSB salary scale applies and interviews to be held on Tuesday 19th July 2011. More information about the role and the application forms are available from admin@rialtoyouthproject.net or by contacting Liz Forde at 01-4531638

The closing date for applications is 5pm on the 8th July 2011.     

Dublin Contemporary is a new large-scale visual arts exhibition taking place from September 6th until October 31st. For 8 weeks Dublin Contemporary will showcase the best of Irish and international contemporary art, emerging and established artists, in some of Dublin’s great cultural institutions as well as reinvented new locations. The Volunteers Coordinator will ensure the smooth running of a busy and developing department. The duration of the post is 1st August 1st until the 4th November 4th 2011, and salary is dependent on experience. A full job description and how to apply can be found at www.dublincontemporary.com Please note that applications can only be considered if they are submitted via email by the closing date below. To apply please email Amy O’Hanlon, Project Administrator on amy@dublincontemporary.com

Closing date is the 8th July 2011. 

The National Youth Council of Ireland is looking to appoint a Communications Officer (4 days per week) for a 12 month contract to cover career break leave. The National Youth Council of Ireland, the representative body for voluntary youth organisations, wishes to appoint a Communications Officer (4 day week-12 month contract). For further details on NYCI and full details of the position, including an application form, see the website www.youth.ie or email lisa.hyland@nyci.ie.  Completed Application Forms should be sent to: Lisa Hyland, NYCI, 3 Montague Street, Dublin 2 or emailed to lisa.hyland@nyci.ie

The closing date for applications is 5pm Monday 11th July 2011. 

The successful applicant will work at Kids' Own office in Carrigeens, Ballinful, Sligo. This is a nine- month position and is open to those eligible for the FÁS Work Placement Programme, Graduate Placement.

The successful applicant should have experience in using computers and basic office software. It would be an advantage if they were familiar with Apple Computers.  They should have good communication skills, be resourceful, self motivated and work under direction from other members of the Kids' Own team. The position will be predominantly based at the Kids' Own offices however the successful candidate may be required to work off-site infrequently when support the team at external events or workshops.  As the office is in a rural location, ideally, the candidate should have their own transport or access to transport. Applicants must supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form. For more information and a full job description please contact info@kidsown.ie or call 071 91 24945.

Please submit a cover letter and CV via email to info@kidsown.ie, by the closing date Monday 18th July 2011. 

Voluntary Arts is currently seeking a new volunteer Chair for its Board of Trustees. They are looking for someone with the skills, knowledge and enthusiasm to lead the Board of Voluntary Arts, to support the Chief Executive, Robin Simpson, and to guide the organisation through a challenging but exciting period. Further details are available at www.voluntaryarts.org/15612. To express your interest in the position of Voluntary Arts Chair please write to Colm Croffy, Vice Chair at colm@aoifeonline.com.

The deadline for expressions of interest is 20 July 2011. 

The Ark is celebrating all sorts of music this summer with Play, a music festival for children aged 2 to 12 years and their families. The programme is a combination of music workshops, concerts and electronic sound installations.

They are currently recruiting volunteers for this programme to be with the children and their families from the time they arrive into the building, assisting with getting them settled, guiding them to and through the events and helping to make sure everyone enjoys their experience. This may involve assisting the musicians in their workshops, assisting the front-of-house staff with ushering for the concerts and invigilating in the sound installation spaces. Weekend availability would be a great help.  The Ark will provide full training for the duties required in relation to our programmes, as well as specialist training in their health and safety and child protection policies.

If you have an interest in the arts and in working in a child-centred environment, and you would like to join the team of volunteers, please email volunteer@ark.ie or post to Volunteer Coordinator, The Ark, 11a Eustace Street, Dublin 2. 

The deadline for the next round of Bursary Awards is Thursday 14 July 2011.The following awards will be offered; Dance Bursary Award, Literature Bursary Award, Opera Bursary Award, Street Arts and Spectacle Bursary Award, Visual Arts Bursary Award, and the Young People, Children and Education Bursary Award.

For more information on each of the awards visit the available funding section of the Arts Council web site: www.artscouncil.ie.

The window for making an online application opens on 14 July 2011.  

As part of a new initiative to support developing and emerging artists, Siamsa Tíre is offering an Emerging Artist Award which recognises new undisputed talent and promise.

The award of 2,500 Euro will be offered to a recent graduating artist along with a solo exhibition space in the Gallery Programme in September. The award is open to artists practicing in any one discipline or those experimenting cross art form. Full criteria and application details are available at www.siamsatire.com All applications must be submitted by email only to director@siamsatire.com before midnight 17 July 2011. For more information contact director@siamsatire.com or call 066 712 3055.

The deadline for applications is Midnight, 17th July 2011 

 Focusing on children and young people, the Hilton in the Community Foundation works to improve the quality of education and the provision of health care to relieve suffering and equip individuals. They have approximately £100,000 available to distribute each quarter, and applications from each of their four chosen areas will be selected or considered.

These areas include organisations working with disabled children, children in hospital, homelessness and those working with life-limited children. If favoured, grant applications for up to £10,000 can be approved by the Committee, and applications for more than £10,000 are recommended to the Trustees for final approval. There is no limit on the amount of money that a charity can request. However, the Foundation is a small charity and generally will not make awards of over £30,000 (per year). Funding can be requested for up to 2 years for any particular project. For more information visit www.hilton-foundation.org.uk

The deadline for receipt of applications is the 2nd August 2011 

Collaboration Grants fund transnational, cross-sectoral activities by independent cultural and artistic organisations working together or with organisations from other sectors.

The main applicant needs to be a cultural organisation based in Europe (EU Europe and EU Neighbourhood region), while partner applicants can work in sectors outside the cultural field. ECF regards the ideal ‘collaboration’ as one that brings a renewed understanding of Europe to people of all backgrounds, and inspires them to regard the world’s future as a shared enterprise. We particularly admire efforts that are daring, different and challenge the status quo. The average award funded is €15,000 with the maximum being €30,000. For further information, the application form and where to apply, please see http://bit.ly/bCLvbX

The deadline for applications is the 1st September 2011 

The Epic Awards shine a spotlight on the excellent work of voluntary and amateur arts groups. The awards scheme is now to open to groups across the UK and Republic of Ireland. Your group could win a package of prizes and have your work showcased to millions by Voluntary Arts, the development agency for arts participation. A winner and runner up will be chosen from each country.

The Epic Awards 2011 are an initiative of Voluntary Arts, the national development agency for arts participation. Voluntary Arts offers information, advice, training and development opportunities to those in the voluntary arts sector, from small local groups to large national organisations.

The Epic Awards welcome entries from all parts of the UK and ROI for projects or initiatives that combine some or all of the elements that make up ‘epic’ arts or crafts programme. The awards want to reward groups that have done great work since January 2010, but if your project or initiative is ongoing you can still enter. It helps if your group can show what has been achieved and what is planned for the future. There will be a winner and runner-up from each of the nations: England, Ireland (including the Republic of Ireland), Scotland and Wales. For more information and to apply to the Epic awards see http://epicawards.co.uk/

So you think you can tag? Then join Made in Temple Bar’s street art crew! Deep underneath Meeting House Square, a treasure trove of ancient artefacts have been discovered. Inspired by the find and this year’s 3D cinema sensation, Cave of Forgotten Dreams (about the ancient Chauvet cave drawings).

They are looking for a team of committed young artists to bring this discovery to life and transform the Square’s hoarding into a piece of street art, reflecting Dublin life past, present and future. You will work with visual artists Re-Ink-Our-Nation to create this large scale public mural.

Think you can do it? We need artists who love art, drawing, painting, graffiti, who can commit to 5-days of outdoor graffiti work, rain or shine, who can work collaboratively as part of a large team and are 10-14 years old. This workshop is free for all participants.

If you’d like to become part of this crew, please send one example of your artwork* to:schools@irishfilm.ie or by post to IFI Education, 6 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2. For more information phone Baz or Dee on (01) 612 9436 or (01) 612 9445

*Do not send originals as work will not be returned.  

Suburban Sounds is an evening-course in music which is open to young people aged 14- 18yrs with a passion for song writing, music composition and/or music performance.

Course sessions take place every Wednesday evening from 6pm to 9pm and participants will be selected on the basis of application (see below).  It is hosted by South Dublin County Arts Office, in association with South Dublin Rock School and RUA RED and runs from August 2011 to February 2012. The cost of the course is €300 and this can be paid in instalments with a €50 registration fee on the first day of the programme.

Participants will work on individual and group projects over the six-month period and, along with recording their work in the studio, they will take part in an end of year performance in RUA RED Arts Centre, Tallaght. The main body of the course will be delivered by a team of ‘mentors’ made up of experienced musicians and music industry professionals. Various supplementary talks and workshops will be given by industry-professionals in each of the areas listed above. Each participant will finish the series having created, recorded and performed new work. They will also be offered the opportunity to have this work featured and promoted on Noise (www.noisesouthdublin.ie), a creative, interactive space for young people in South Dublin.

To apply please complete the application form and return it to Suburban Sounds Application, c/o RUA RED, South Dublin Arts Centre, Tallaght, D24 or email it to sdcc.contactstudio@gmail.com. The application form can be found at www.noisesouthdublin.ie

The deadline for applications is Friday 29th July 2011 

Dublin Contemporary is a large-scale exhibition which will show the work of 90 Irish and International artists from 6th September to the 3st October 2011. Would you like to find out more about what a Curator/Artist/ Educator does? Learn how a big exhibition like Dublin Contemporary is put together? Meet other young people from all over the country? Find out how art can make a difference to your life?

The Young Curators Inc. will go behind the scenes of Dublin Contemporary, meeting every week with Dublin Contemporary’s Curatorial and Educational Teams to learn about what is involved in making an art exhibition happen.

If you are interested, send us a short paragraph explaining why you would like to become part of this group. Please email to education@dublincontemporary.com or send by post to Lynn McGrane, Dublin Contemporary, St Stephen’s Green House, Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin 2. For more information about Dublin Contemporary see www.dublincontemporary.com

Are you between 13-18 yrs old? Do you live in Kilnamanagh, Kingswood or Tymon?? Then this Youth Café meeting is for you.

A Youth Café is run by young people themselves. That means you decide the name, the look, the layout, the colours, the furniture, and lots more! You decide what activities you want to run and how you want to run them. This is your space! This is your blank canvas. Whether you’re artistic and creative or just curious and want to know more, come along and bring a friend if you wish! Refreshments will also be provided.

For more information, contact Gráinne Begley, at 01 4627149 or email Gráinne at skfrc@eircom.net

A Collaborative Arts Symposium: Building and Nurturing the Grass Roots  will take place on the 6th July at the South Tipperary County Museum from 10am, as part of the Clonmel Junction Festival in partnership with Create, the national development agency for collaborative arts in social and community contexts.

This day-long event aims to build upon existing relationships in arts and community participation. This “joined advocacy” will work to build audience and encourage the growth of a cohesive collaborative artistic community that shares knowledge and expertise, promotes a positive profile for participatory arts and develops new learning opportunities and training for artists. The cost of attendance is €15.00 including lunch, €25.00 including lunch and dinner and €35.00 including lunch, dinner and performance.

Tickets can be purchased online or at the Clonmel Junction Festival box office. Alternatively, RSVP your place in the symposium (and purchase your ticket on the day) by emailing tracymccormackpm@gmail.com.  Contact Tracy McCormack, symposium organiser, with any questions at 086 382330 or see www.junctionfestival.com / www.create-ireland.ie for more information.  

Long-listed poets of our Teen Poetry competition will perform their work with Dave Lordan and competition judge Leanne O'Sullivan. The winning poets will then receive their prize money from PEFC Ireland, sponsors of the event. The event will take place at St Brendan's School Hall, Bantry 2.30pm and is free of charge.  For more information see www.westcorkliteraryfestival.ie or contact the Festival on 027 55987 / 52788 

The full programme for Kinsale Arts Week 2011 is now available on the website and includes many upcoming events for young people, children and families.

For more information and the full brochure see http://www.kinsaleartsweek.com/

To book events for the Arts Week visit the box office in person upstairs in Londis, on Pearse Street, Kinsale, or call the box office team a call on 021 470 0877.  

The Songschool summer camp is a great opportunity for 10 -14 year olds to make music, friends and have fun! Learn about writing, performing, recording and make your own music video with experienced educators and Songschool directors Peter Baxter and Chris Teusner in award-winning creative arts centre RUA RED.

All students will receive a CD of their work and Songschool/IMRO certificate of participation.

The course runs daily from 10am - 2pm from the 11th-15th of July 2011.The total cost is €80 for five days.For more information or to book please call 1890 987 870  

Globalfest Youth Arts Festival brings together a range of events and projects by and for young people. It includes workshops, a seminar, interactive activities gigs and exhibitions.

This year is the 4th year hosting this annual youth art festival and it focuses on participation of youth as active local and global citizens. The festival engages the public with positive messages about the idea of “belonging”. Globalfest is coordinated by the youth arts and global education programme of Mayfield Arts. Many groups from Cork city will be involved in creating and presenting work in Globalfest and visiting artist from Columbia Julian Urrego will be facilitating workshops and activities as part of the programme. For more information and a brochure of all events, please see

http://web.me.com/mayfieldartscentre/globalfest/_.html or

www.mayfieldarts.org

Bookings are now open for this fun family event celebrating the imaginative world of children’s picture books. With authors, illustrators, and some surprises along the way we will be sharing the magic that great children’s stories can inspire. 

Please feel free to bring along a blanket and a picnic hamper to join in with the spirit of this event - teddy bears are also very welcome to attend! The event is free, but booking is advised - get your tickets at The Gutter Bookshop, Cow's Lane, Temple Bar. The picnic will take place on 16th July, 1pm-2:30pm at Wood Quay Venue, Dublin 8 in association with Dublin UNESCO City of Literature and Children’s Books Ireland. For more information contact Catherine Duffy on 01 674 4862 or email catherine.duffy@dublincity.ie. www.dublincityofliterature.ie

Music & Video Technology Summer Camp at the Dock Carrick on Shannon will take place on Monday 18th & Tuesday 19th July from 10am to 4pm each day. With an emphasis on having fun while learning new skills, this 2 day summer camp will provide participants with an introduction to the basics of recording sounds and making music of all sorts as well as the opportunity to use state of the art, music production, DJ, VJ, film and video software. 

If you are in a band, are interested in film, video, DJing, making a radio programme or podcast or making any kind of music then this is an ideal opportunity for you. There are three modules involved and these are outlined below.  The cost of the summer camp is €30 per participant.

Moving Still: Using photography, movie making, editing, video projection, VJing, art and composition this will show you how to get the best out of your visual ideas.

Teen Spirit: This module will be looking at different methods of recording music and words, with the emphasis on demonstration and using a hands-on approach to cover the recording process.

Tech Knowledge: Learn new or improve your current Djing skills and get hands on insights into computer based music composition and performance.

For more information or to book a place please call 071 96 50828.  

A three hour workshop where young people aged 12+ can try their hands at basic 'stop - go' animation. Award-winning animator Eimhin McNamara will guide them through the process of producing a short piece of animation, from the original idea to a few seconds of film.

The workshops will take place at Ballyfermot Library, Ballymun Library and Cabra Library. Admission is free, however places limited, please book with each individual library

Ballyfermot Library - Tuesday, 19th July at 2.00pm

Cabra Library - Tuesday, 26th July at 2.00pm

Ballymun Library - Thursday, 28th July at 1.00pm

For more information contact Ballyfermot Library at 01 6269324 or ballyfermotlibrary@dublincity.ie , Cabra Library at 01 8691414 or cabralibrary@dublincity.ie  or Ballymun Library at 01 8421890 or ballymunlibrary@dublincity.ie

One World Week is a week of youth-led awareness raising, education and action that takes place throughout Ireland. During One World Week young people learn about local and global justice issues and take action to bring about change. The One World Week theme for 2011 is ‘A Rich Man’s World?’  This theme was voted on by 50 organisations earlier this year and the development education programme at NYCI is now beginning to plan for One World Week itself (12 – 20 November 2011) and the educational resource.

NYCI is inviting anyone with a particular interest to an open planning day to create the educational resource for ‘A Rich Man’s World?’ on Friday 29 July from 10am – 4pm. The planning day takes place in the Irish Aid Volunteering and Information centre, Dublin.This day is open to young people, youth workers, development educators, community workers, development workers and others who can contribute to a non-formal education resource pack on the theme ‘A Rich Man’s World?’.

Please reply by email with an initial expression of interest to attend. Places are limited, and we will seek to balance representation from different groups and sectors.  For full information about the day please contact Elaine Mahon, Development Education Project Officer at NYCI on 01 4784122 or 01 4255957 or email elainem@nyci.ie For more information on One World Week see www.youth.ie; www.youthdeved.ie.  

FOMACS is back in 22/23 Duke Street in the Creation Arcade having revamped the pop-up gallery space, once again. This time round we’re curating a photographic exhibition by Dana Popa in collaboration with the London-based organisation, Autograph APB, and the Immigrant Council of Ireland in the context of the anti-trafficking national campaign ‘Turn off the Red Light’. 

Not Natasha traces the tragically fractured and damaged lives of young girls and women caught up in human trafficking for prostitution within Europe. 22-23 Duke Street will serve as a hub for ‘Turn off the Red Light’. In conjunction with the exhibition, Not Natasha, an extensive programme of public workshops and interviews, collective discussions and campaign briefings will take place, including among others: a workshop on ‘Animation and Social Justice Storytelling’. Not Natasha will run from 7 July – 5 August.

For more information on the Not Natasha Exhibition, please contact FOMACS by tel: (01) 402 3006, or email info.fomacs@dit.ie For more information on the 'Turn off the Red Light' campaign, please contact The Immigrant Council of Ireland by tel: (01) 6740202, or email admin@immigrantcouncil.ie

Go along and meet many of our most renowned children's authors every Thursday this July in the Central Library, ILAC Centre, Henry Street, Dublin.

Eithne Massey will appear at the Central Library on Thursday 7th July at 3pm.

Debbie Thomas will appear at the Central Library on Thursday 14th July at 3pm.

Marilyn Taylor will appear at the Central Library on Thursday 21st July at 3pm.

Oisín McGann will appear at the Central Library on Thursday 28th July at 3pm.

For more information contact the Central Library at 01 8734333 or centrallibrary@dublincity.ie

Go along dressed as a character from your favourite book as bookworms invade Airfield for this celebration of stories- written, drawn, imagined and told. Children's Books Ireland and Airfield have got together, with the support of Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown County Council's Arts Office, to create an event that all young readers will enjoy.

Debbie Thomas, author of Dead Hairy will be there with her collection of wigs and watch out for Chris Judge and his Lonely Beast- you never know where he might be lurking! Adrienne Geoghegan, illustrator and writer, will be here to demonstrate her children's book illustration boot camp for adults. Look out for the exhibition 'Picture This' in the cafe, full of exciting new illustration talent including the image seen above by Nicola Colton. There will be lots more activities including storytelling, drawing and trails. Some events can be pre-booked and all other events will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis on the day. See www.childrensbooksireland.com for more details.  

The Ark's Summer Events and Activities for young people, children and families will take place during July & August 2011 and include concerts, workshops and visual arts events.

Play Family Concerts: Summer weekend concerts for all the family. If you’ve ever wished that you could bring young children to hear great live music, then The Ark’s PLAY family concerts are for you! The concerts will be taking place at 2pm and 4pm on each Saturday and Sunday in July and August. There will be a range of different performers on each date, see the line up at http://theark.ie/events/view/play Concert tickets are €10 / €8.

Play Workshops: Running on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 20 July to 21 August, PLAY Workshops let you experience all the excitement and fun of making music, even if you've never picked up an instrument before. You can view the timetable for workshops at

http://theark.ie/events/view/play

Everyone attending must purchase a ticket and adults must be accompanied by a child.  Adults must accompany children aged 6 and under, but do not require a ticket for themselves. For more information and to book tickets contact boxoffice@ark.ie or call 01 670 7788.

2011 sees the return of some popular favourites such as the Puppetry Programme, Story Lab and the Visual Arts Programme Birds of a Feather, but there will also be some new programmes giving children the opportunity to try a range of other art forms and creative activities such as singing, drumming, print making and storytelling.

How can you participate? Well, participation is free of charge so if you’re interested contact your local library this July!

All workshops are free but booking is essential. For more information contact your local library or see

http://www.dublincity.ie/RECREATIONANDCULTURE/LIBRARIES/Pages/DublinCity...

Don’t forget to book your place on Breaking the Rules! the closing date for booking forms in Friday 3rd June and places for all four workshops are now very limited.

Delivered by NYCI’s Youth Arts Programme, Breaking the Rules! is a 3-day residential youth arts practice summer school in Cork’s UCC, running from the 15th-18th of June 2011. Breaking the Rules! is about approaching your work with young people in a fresh way, it is an opportunity to be inspired, use new art forms and break out of your everyday routine and get creative! The cost is attending the Summer School is €200.00 and this covers the cost of accommodation, all workshops, evening events and all meals

See http://www.youtharts.ie/breaking_the_rules for full information on the Summer School and to download the brochure.

Download the Application Form and complete and submit to The Training Administrator at training@nyci.ie by the 3rd June 2011

Click here to pay online

For any queries contact fiona@nyci.ie  or on 01 4784122  

The Certificate in Youth Arts is a part time, year-long university accredited course of study in Irish Youth Arts Practice, accredited by NUI Maynooth, Dept of Applied Social Studies and delivered by NYCI Arts Programme. Applications will be accepted for the 2011/2012 course from 6th June 2011.

The Certificate in Youth Arts aims to introduce those working in the non-formal education sector to the concepts, principles and practice of youth arts using a context and practice approach. The course is delivered in seven modules via a mix of presentations, group discussion, small group work, personal assignments, guest tutor inputs and site visits. 

This course is suitable for anyone working with young people, partially or entirely through the arts, in the non formal education sector, who has 2 years’ full time (or 4 years’ part time) experience working with young people and has participated in or overseen at least 2 youth arts projects in a co-ordination or management capacity in that time.*

Please see the information above, but broadly, if you are working with young people, through the arts, in the non formal education sector, then you could be a youth worker, community development worker, a youth arts practitioner or be from one of many other professions. We prefer to look at what all these professions have in common rather than concentrate on the differences between them. You will have an interest in and some experience of youth arts practice and have participated in some youth arts projects, you will use youth arts as part of your youth work practice.

The overall cost of the course is €1250.00 which includes registration with NUI Maynooth

We will begin accepting applications on Monday 6th June 2011. The closing date for applications is Thursday, 4th August 2011.  

All those meeting minimum criteria will be invited to a group workshop on Thursday, 18th August 2011. (You must be available to attend this workshop if you are applying)

Please consult our webpage www.youtharts.ie/cert after the 6th of June for more detailed information on all aspects of this course and for an application form. If you have any queries, please contact Anne O’Gorman on 01 4784122 or email anneog@nyci.ie

*Application is competitive and we cannot guarantee that those who meet the minimum requirements will gain admission. 

For over 10 years now, Causeway has been offering British and Irish youth groups a unique opportunity to develop young people’s sense of identity and self-awareness through exchanges and the partnerships they develop.

The Causeway project is now seeking applications from youth groups interesting in undertaking a special project. To Download Application Form and for more information please see www.causewayyouth.org or contact The Causeway Project on 01 873 1411 or email causeway@leargas.ie

The closing date for applications is 1st June 2011.  

The Theatre Fundraising Partnership is inviting tenders from suitably qualified professionals for the part-time contract of Fundraiser. The Theatre Fundraising Partnership is a partnership between 9 theatre companies across the island of Ireland dedicated to identifying and securing new avenues of funding; Brokentalkers, Corcadorca,  Fishamble, Gúna Nua, Pan Pan, The Performance Corporation Prime Cut Productions, Second Age and TEAM.

The fee for this engagement is €23,000 per annum including expenses. Performance related bonus subject to negotiation. The duration of the contract is 01 August 2011 to 31 July 2013

Individuals interested in tendering should contact Fin Flynn for full Tender pack and further information on fin@corcadorca.com or on 021 421 5142 or Una NicEoin on una@primecutproductions.co.uk or 028 9064 5101.

Closing date for receipt of tenders, 5pm, Friday 3rd June 2011. 

Do you have a community hall in need of a bit of a facelift? Is there a local youth club that could do with some new equipment or a community garden that could do with a bit of a revamp? If so why not submit your proposal and be in with a chance to win the SuperValu Transformation Fund. 

This year SuperValu in association with The Sunday World offering one lucky community €15,000 to transform its local area, the winning community will receive €15,000 and €2,500 for two runners-up. The winning idea will be one that will transform a valuable community facility or make a significant improvement to the landscape of your local community. For more information, a copy of the application form and to submit your application, see http://www.supervalu.ie/in_the_community/

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The deadline for all applications is Friday, 3 June. 

Fingal Arts Office is currently undertaking a study of music education provision in Fingal to inform the development of a Music Education Partnership for Fingal and make a funding application to Music Generation. The Arts Office need to develop a clear picture of current activity and gaps in the provision of music education in Fingal – instrumental and vocal tuition across all genres of music and for ages 0-18. They are also aiming to build a picture of the range of musicians and musical activity taking place in the area.

If you are a musician, music teacher or are associated with a music school or band/group/ensemble in Fingal, please download a questionnaire from http://www.fingalarts.ie/music-generation, fill it in and return it to the Arts Office by Tuesday June 7th.

To receive a hard copy in the post please contact rachel.holstead@fingalcoco.ie or call the Arts Office on 01 8905000. You will find additional information at http://www.fingalarts.ie/music-generation.  

Belfast Philharmonic Youth Choir, including the Phil Kids, is seeking an enthusiastic choral leader to work with the recently appointed Chorus Director, Val Whitlock.

The successful candidate will act as an assistant to the Chorus Director as well as having the opportunity for further training and development. Applicants could be current students or recent graduates/post graduates from Higher education organisations. Applicants may also have other experience of working chorally with young people.

For more information and full job description see www.belfastphilharmonic.org.uk. Please complete and submit the application form available from the website and return by email from HonSecretary@belfastphilharmonic.org.uk.

The deadline for applications is the 8th June 2011

Throughout the project participants will be mentored by an experienced filmmaker on the process of recording dance on film and developing a documentary. The artistic direction of the process will be guided by the mentor, but led by the participants, who will deliver the project from inception to completion.

The Summer School focuses on the work of Rudolf Laban (1879-1958), one of the founders of European Modern Dance, who evolved an exciting new approach to the study of dance through his analysis of human movement. The Summer School is the only one of its kind in Ireland. This project is particularly suited to emerging filmmakers / directors / producers who wish to add content to their showreel / CV. Successful participants on the course will also be paid a fee of €200 upon completion of the project. All equipment rental, editing time and other associated costs will be funded by Kildare County Council Arts Service.

Successful participants will be required to attend the Summer School in Maynooth from Monday 11th – Friday 15th of July 2011.They will also be required to attend a Laban workshop on either Saturday 10th or Sunday 12th of June to view Laban dance in practice.

Participants will also need to be available for other dates, including workshops with the mentor, editing days etc. TBC

To apply, please send an expression of interest letter, detailing what role you would like to take in the project (director, cameraman etc.), a current CV and showreel (showreel can be links to youtube etc.) via email to arts@kildarecoco.ie by Thursday 9th of June 2011.

For further information or to apply for this project contact Kildare County Council Arts Service, Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge, Co. Kildare , on 045 448328 or email: arts@kildarecoco.ie. See www.kildare.ie/artsservice for more information

Closing date for submissions of interest is Thursday 9th of June 2011. 

Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council invites applications for a writer in residence for the period September 2011 to September 2012. The writer in residence is a partnership between the Library Service and the Arts Office of the County Council.

The residency seeks to support writers in all genres, with the exception of poets as the most recent writer in residence with the Library Service was a poet. The residency is envisaged as a part-time position which will allow time both for the writer’s own work in addition to engagement and interaction with both the general public and more specifically with those with an interest in writing themselves. The writer in residence will be required to organise a minimum of two high profile public events over the course of the residency.For more information please see http://www.dlrcoco.ie/arts/writer_in_residence.htm or contact the Arts Office at arts@dlrcoco.ie

The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon on Wednesday 15 June 2011.  

To celebrate 125 years, Coca-Cola has established the Coca-Cola 125 Years Thank You Fund, in partnership with The Wheel and the Northern Ireland Council for Voluntary Action NICVA.

Coca-Cola are donating €125,000 to the fund. Ten organisations will receive €10,000 each and five organisations will receive €5,000 each. The Coca-Cola 125 Years Thank You Fund is open to non-profit community, voluntary and charitable organisations throughout the Island of Ireland to help support initiatives focused on the following areas: Social and Education programmes aimed at youth, Healthy and Active Lifestyles and Environmental Leadership. Please see http://www.coca-cola.ie/125-thank-you-fund/ to read the full terms and conditions, as well as to submit an online application.

The deadline for applications is 30 June, 2011.  

This is an exciting professional development opportunity for two ambitious theatre producers to work and train at the core of one of the country’s most vibrant annual festivals.

The New Works department aims to provide creative producing support by provoking and stimulating the long-term creative gestation of individual artists and companies through the development of new work, collaborations and festival programmes/events. Please note the time period for this position, applicants must have full availability for the period outlined. See www.corkmidsummer.com for more information. Enquires can also be sent to lynnette@corkmidsummer.com or call 021 4215131 

Ionad na Fuiseoige is currently seeking to build a bank of sessional arts facilitators with relevant experience and qualifications, to deliver workshops to adults and children at the Parents Centre. Although the Centre normally delivers adult courses, the Centre would like to deliver integrated family learning workshops to promote co-learning experiences between parent and child. Experience in both adult and child-friendly workshops is highly sought.

Courses of interest would be in and around, but not limited to: fashion design, poetry and creative writing, sculpture, claywork and pottery, jewellery making, fabric and textile art, film and video, digital photography, mask-making, graffiti, drawing and illustration.

If you are interested in becoming part of their team please apply in writing or via email with your CV indicating your qualifications and experience, costs and course breakdown and availability. These posts will be on a part-time basis, normally for 6-8 week period.

For more information contact Kate O’B’rien on 028 9062 0373 or email k.obrien@ionadnafuiseoige.com

The Naas Summer Fun Camp 2010 is a summer project run by Kildare Youth Services for children aged between 5 and 14 years who access the services of the Naas Child and Family Project and the Naas Youth Project.

The project is now looking for facilitators for this year’s Summer Camp. The planning of the summer camp has started for 2011 and it will run on the last 3 weeks in July facilitating different age groups each week.  Kildare Youth Service are seeking facilitators to deliver a fun, exciting and age appropriate activity in a friendly and safe environment. Please contact Jayne to discuss further at 045 898623 or email ncfp@kys.ie. For more information about the summer project please see www.kys.ie.

Voluntary Arts Ireland is currently recruiting for several new volunteer opportunities within the organisation. Positions include Project Support Officer, Video and Digital Media Associate and Finance & admin role. This is an opportunity to work on major projects within a vibrant and exciting organisation, learn new skills, build your own portfolio and gain some invaluable experience.

Voluntary Arts Ireland values the contribution of volunteers within the organisation. We offer a range of opportunities according to the needs of the organisation and the particular skills and interests of potential volunteers. We recognise and encourage the unique qualities of individuals, their experience, skills, knowledge and the commitment they can offer. All roles will require a written volunteer role description and agreement and be subject to Voluntary Arts’ Volunteer Policy and Handbook.
To have an informal chat about any of our volunteer roles please contact Kevin Murphy, Chief Officer of Voluntary Arts Ireland on 028 7127 2501 or email kevin@vaireland.org. 

The Royal Irish Academy of Music announces its first Summer course for Orchestra. RIAM invite students from all over Ireland and abroad to come to Dublin and play  great orchestral music with our enthusiastic staff. This July 11th, RIAM invite you to our premises on Westland Row in Dublin's city centre for a Summer Orchestral Course aimed at 14 to 20 year olds.

This is a course with a difference, during the week:

• The orchestra votes on its own repertoire for the week
• We feature improvisation and sight-reading classes
• We conduct workshops on the anatomy of the orchestra
• We will introduce you to a variety of conductors
• You will participate in a Final Concert in St Andrew's Church, Westland Row, on Friday 15th July 2011.
Participants should be between the ages of 14 and 20. Music experience at Grade 6 and upwards is the recommended level and there are no entrance auditions. The course is a non-residential programme and cost is €300. Completed application forms and course fee should be returned to the The Royal Irish Academy of Music as soon as possible. For a copy of the application form or for more information see www.riam.ie. Contact the RIAM on 01 6764412 or email info@riam.ie.  

IMMATennCreate is a once-a-month gallery and studio session led by IMMA’s gallery staff. The sessions consist of a tour/discussion and an art-making workshop and are aimed at 12-15 year olds with all levels of creative experience.

Upcoming workshops will take place on Saturday 9th July, from 2.30pm to 5pm, Saturday 13th August, from 2.30pm to 5pm, Saturday 10th September, from 2.30pm to 5pm. Each of the workshops will take place at Studio 8, IMMA, Royal Hospital, Military Road, Kilmainham, Dublin 8. Staff at main reception will direct you to the studio.

The sessions are free but booking is advised – to book please email: edcommbooking@imma.ie or phone 01 6129914. Alternatively, just arrive at Studio 8 at 2.30pm on any of the above Saturdays to join in the session. For more details about TeenCreate, IMMA’s programming for 12 to 15 year olds, please visit www.imma.ie or contact: Christine O’Neill, E: christine.oneill@imma.ie / T: 612 99 14. Or see www.imma.ie for more information.  

To celebrate the European Year of Volunteering 2011 and to recognise the tremendous contribution which student volunteers make to the lives of their communities, third level institutions from across the island of Ireland have come together to develop "We Volunteer!" a mobile and virtual photographic exhibition of student volunteering.

This exhibition showcases the work of students from over twenty Higher Education Institutions across Ireland with diverse organisations and activities. "We Volunteer!" is sponsored by Campus Engage, the national network for the promotion of civic engagement in Irish higher education.

To get involved share your volunteer story online throughout 2011, visit the exhibition when it is your area or apply to host the exhibition at your event or campus. See www.wevolunteer.ie or contact Campus Engage on 091 492228 or email info@campusengage.ie for more information.  

Dublin City Libraries and the Home School Community Liaison Scheme wish to appoint a Reader-in -Residence. The reader-in-residence will deliver a programme of activities designed to instil in young children an appreciation of reading and, at the same time, to give their parents/guardians an awareness of the positive value of literacy in their children’s development.

The programme will include opportunities for parents and children to explore and enjoy reading and other literacy activities together. The successful applicant will be based in two defined areas of Dublin inner city. They will have excellent interpersonal skills, experience of working with children and families and an ability to think creatively. A clear appreciation of the role books and reading play in the development of children and the enrichment of families in our society is also desirable. A flexible commitment of a minimum of 20 hours a week is required.

Further details are available on request from: Alastair Smeaton, Dublin City Libraries, 138 -144 Pearse St., Dublin 2 or by email from alastair.smeaton@dublincity.ie. This initiative is funded by the Dublin UNESCO City of Literature Office.

The deadline for the submission of CV’s to the above address is 5.00 pm on Friday 3rd June 2011.  

National Drawing Day 2011 will see events happening across the country, including exhibitions, workshops and much more!

Some of the events are listed below:  

There will be a 'Mystery Drawing' children’s workshop in the Hugh Lane Gallery on Saturday 28 from 2pm-4pm with artist Martina Galvin. Have fun drawing large mystery objects in bags and then create your own colourful story around these objects! This is a free drop-in family event, and while no booking is required, numbers may be limited. For more information see www.hughlane.ie/childrens-workshops/past/383-drawing-day-2011

Fingal Arts Office presents a series of events to celebrate at Newbridge House, Donabate, Co. Dublin from 12pm-5pm pn Saturday. This year children and adults explore the historic house and avail of the wonderful grounds in Newbridge Demesne.  A variety of workshops such as masterclasses on life drawing and landscape genres, fashion design, illustration, printing and even drawing with toys will be available for people of all levels and ages and there is something for everyone, so go along and explore your creativity under the guidance of some of Ireland and the Uk's most talented artists.Events are free but must be booked, All workshop materials provided.

For more information please see http://www.fingalarts.ie/news/m:25,79 or contact the Fingal Arts Office on 01 890 5960 / 01 870 8449 

The Complex Theatre, situated in Smithfield Square is seeking young people from the area to get involved in its upcoming youth drama project. They will hold to introductory workshops on Saturday 28th May, from 11am-12.30pm and again at 2.00pm-3.30pm. Places limited to 20 per workshop and the youth drama project will then commence in September 2011. To get involved or for more information see www.thecomplex.ie or contact Anthony on 01 545 5566.  

Eigse Carlow is an annual festival of visual arts, music, theatre, literature, dance, film and street entertainment and Éigse 2011 is 10 days of high quality artistic experiences and fun for everyone.

The majority of activities are focused around the weekends with various workshops and local arts showcases occurring midweek. Come enjoy the buzz of a festival that's just the perfect size - neither too crowded nor quiet! Highlights of the 2011 programme festival include the 'Endless Family' - a full weekend of free events for the family including lantern processions, opening ceremonies and carnival days. There is a schools and education programme, a young critics forum and the 'Endless Music' strand features superb traditional music including Fisherstreet, Kaleidoscope and the Contemporary Music Centre's Solo Series Live set. And if you’re feeling artistic you can show off your artistic doodles and scribbles at 'What's Your Doodle'.

For more information see www.eigsecarlow.ie or contact the festival on 059 914 0491 or email: info@eigsecarlow.ie

Practice.ie, in partnership with Kildare Arts Office is hosting a national networking and professional development day for artists working with children and young people at CAKE Contemporary Arts, Kildare town.

The day presents an opportunity for artists to come together to share thoughts and information about their practice with children and young people. To register for this day, or for more information, email info@kidsown.ie. For more information see www.kidsown.ie or www.practice.ie

Heading into its third year, South Dublin County Council Arts and Library Services will welcome The Irish Chamber Orchestra to conduct a week long programme of workshops plus two children’s concerts to name just a few.

Other highlights of this year’s festival will include a host of workshops, concerts and events in various venues around the Lucan area catering for schools and families throughout festival week. As ever Ruaille Buaille Lucan! will culminate in an open air performance on Lucan Village Green entitled Opera on the Village Green, with a performance of Hansel and Gretel, the opera for children. Bring your picnics, rugs, opera masks and comfortable seating, sit back and enjoy the afternoon of opera and an array of other children’s musical events.  See www.southdublinlibraries.ie or www.artscope.ie for more information.

For more information or to request a festival programme please contact Artscope, Programme Directors and Festival Co-ordinators  info@artscope.ie or 01 505 9582 

Blue Drum’s weekend forum, taking place from the Friday 10th of June until Sunday 12th June, aims to ask a number of questions, such as what good is culture and art here? What role and responsibility can culture and art play?

The attention of the forum is to exchange experiences and tactics to help work through these questions. Join Blue Drum at the Glencree Centre for Peace & Reconciliation for a weekend forum to share information and ideas, find others with commitment and passion and, most importantly, create solutions for the future of cultural expression across communities. The weekend will be facilitated by Susanne Bosch, artist, open space facilitator and co-director of the MA Art in Public in Ulster University. The cost to attend is €75 and this includes bed and board.

For more information contact Eleanor Phillips on 086 0261638 or email bluedrum@ireland.com or see http://www.bluedrum.ie/index.html.  

Drogheda Samba Festival, which is in its 18th year, is a three day celebration of Brazilian, Latin and African music and dance.

It includes indoor and open air gigs, workshops and a carnival parade. It is family friendly and most gigs are free. For more information see the website: www.droghedasamba.com or contact the Drogheda Samba Festival on 041 983 8332 or email: bconyngham@eircom.net

If you wish to learn more about and explore the potential of Dramatherapy as a therapeutic intervention or if you are considering applying to the Dramatherapy MA Programme at NUI Maynooth for the new intake in September 2012 come and take part in a one-day introductory workshop on July 9th, 2011 from 10am-5pm.

The workshop will be held in the Arts building, North Campus, NUI Maynooth and the day will include a seminar style lecture on "What is Dramatherapy?", an experiential workshop and time for questions and reflections. Registration is essential. Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis and the cost is €70 per workshop. Please send your application to dramatherapy@nuim.ie..

To register, and for further information please contact Eva Lindroos at eva.Lindroos@nuim.ie or on 01-7084699.   

South Dublin County Council’s Arts Office is holding a professional development day for secondary school teachers and school completion and transition year coordinators across the curriculum, on Friday, October 7th, 2011; 9:30am – 4:00pm, RUA RED, South Dublin Arts Centre.

There is no cost for this annual seminar. Booking is essential and spaces are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment. Please register by 12pm Thursday 29th September.  

Workshops in the past have included dance, music, and visual arts linked across curriculum areas. The programme for 2011 will be available soon. For more information please contact Tori Durrer, youth arts coordinator at vdurrer@sdublincoco.ie or 0860479535.