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Events Coming Soon

  • Bangor Yarnspinners with Marianne McShane
    Bangor Yarnspinners with Marianne McShane
    Wed, 12 Feb
    Bangor
    A native of Co. Down, Marianne McShane is a writer, storyteller and former children’s librarian whose lyrical storytelling has captivated audiences from Cape Clear to Central Park. Suggested donation £3.
  • From Glen to Glen: Storytelling with Karen Edwards for Glenarm Friendship Group
    From Glen to Glen: Storytelling with Karen Edwards for Glenarm Friendship Group
    Thu, 13 Feb
    Glenarm Village Hall
    Join storyteller Karen Edwards for an afternoon of stories in beautiful Glenarm. Karen hails from Carnlough in the Glens of Antrim and combines storytelling with music on her Killarney D and Low D Whistles. This event is funded by Openreach. All welcome.
  • Tales for Valentine's Eve with Liz Weir in Ballyhackamore Library
    Tales for Valentine's Eve with Liz Weir in Ballyhackamore Library
    Thu, 13 Feb
    Ballyhackamore Library
    Join Liz Weir for an afternoon of romantic tales on Valentine's Eve. Celebrate the magic of love with heartwarming stories that will make you smile, laugh and reminisce.
  • Workshop with Daniel Morden - Page to the Stage
    Workshop with Daniel Morden - Page to the Stage
    Tue, 18 Feb
    Belfast Central Library
    Join renowned storyteller Daniel Morden for this workshop, aimed at storytellers. Traditional tales can be moving, poetic and thought-provoking. They can also be confusing, outdated and offensive. Come along to learn strategies to adapt an antiquated text into a 21st century performance.
  • Lisburn City Library Yarnspinners with Daniel Morden
    Lisburn City Library Yarnspinners with Daniel Morden
    Wed, 19 Feb
    Lisburn City Library
    Since 1989, Daniel Morden has captivated audiences around the globe with his storytelling. From timeless Greek myths to thrilling adventures and even some delightfully awful jokes Daniel’s repertoire has something for everyone. Join us for an afternoon of storytelling at its finest.
  • Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Daniel Morden
    Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Daniel Morden
    Thu, 20 Feb
    Tullycarnet Library
    Since 1989, Daniel Morden has captivated audiences around the globe with his storytelling. From timeless Greek myths to thrilling adventures and even some delightfully awful jokes Daniel’s repertoire has something for everyone. Join us for an evening of storytelling at its finest.
  • From Glen to Glen: Storytelling with Stephen O'Hara for Glenarm Friendship Group
    From Glen to Glen: Storytelling with Stephen O'Hara for Glenarm Friendship Group
    Thu, 27 Feb
    Glenarm Village Hall
    Join storyteller Stephen O'Hara for an afternoon of stories in beautiful Glenarm. Stephen tells tales from Irish folklore and mythology and takes a special interest in the lived experience of people in history. This event is funded by Openreach. All welcome.
  • Bangor Carnegie Yarnspinners with Madeline McCully
    Bangor Carnegie Yarnspinners with Madeline McCully
    Wed, 12 Mar
    Bangor Library
    Join us for an unforgettable experience with Madeline McCully, a celebrated storyteller and writer from Derry. She is the author of popular books such as Derry Folk Tales, Haunted Derry, Haunted Antrim, and Haunted Donegal.
  • From Glen to Glen: Storytelling with Michael Bird for Glenarm Friendship Group
    From Glen to Glen: Storytelling with Michael Bird for Glenarm Friendship Group
    Thu, 13 Mar
    Glenarm Village Hall
    Join singer and storyteller Michael Bird for this free afternoon of stories and music funded by Openreach. Michael Bird lives outside Broughshane after moving to Northern Ireland from Scotland many years ago. A singer songwriter, he has a long-held interest in stories and is delighted to share them.
  • Lisburn City Library Yarnspinners with Eamonn Keenan
    Lisburn City Library Yarnspinners with Eamonn Keenan
    Wed, 19 Mar
    Lisburn City Library
    Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of storytelling with Eamonn Keenan, where tales of heroes, fairies, ghosts, witches, death and love come to life. Suggested donation £3.
  • Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Stephen O'Hara
    Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Stephen O'Hara
    Thu, 20 Mar
    Tullycarnet Library
    Stephen O'Hara, is a storyteller who delves deep into Irish folklore and mythology, breathing life into ancient heroes, mythical creatures, and forgotten legends. His stories bring the past of this place into the present. Suggested donation £5
  • Carryduff Yarnspinners with Karen Edwards
    Carryduff Yarnspinners with Karen Edwards
    Wed, 02 Apr
    Carryduff Library
    Karen Edwards hails from Carnlough in the Glens of Antrim and combines storytelling with music on her Killarney D and Low D Whistles. Karen has entertained audiences throughout Ireland and has a wide repertoire including traditional myths and legends as well as stories she has written herself.
  • Bangor Yarnspinners with Dougie McKay
    Bangor Yarnspinners with Dougie McKay
    Wed, 09 Apr
    Bangor Carnegie Library
    Dougie McKay is a captivating Scottish Highland storyteller. He brings Celtic myths and northern folk tales to life with unmatched charm and authenticity.
  • Lisburn City Library Yarnspinners with Christine McMahon
    Lisburn City Library Yarnspinners with Christine McMahon
    Wed, 16 Apr
    Lisburn City Library
    With a Yorkshire mother and a Lancashire father, Christine McMahon lives on the border of these two counties, a place that inspires her passion for conflict resolution and her impactful work in restorative justice. Suggested donation £3
  • Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Christine McMahon
    Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Christine McMahon
    Thu, 17 Apr
    Tullycarnet Library
    For 30 years, Christine has been at the heart of the Shaggy Dog Storytelling Club, captivating audiences with her tales and running workshops both at home and abroad. Now, she brings her talent to our event! Come along and let yourself be inspired by Christine's extraordinary storytelling.
  • Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Shonaleigh
    Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Shonaleigh
    Thu, 15 May
    Tullycarnet Library
    Shonaleigh is a drut’syla, a bearer of the rich and ancient Yiddish oral storytelling tradition. For over 30 years, she has enthralled audiences around the globe, weaving her tales across the UK, Europe, Scandinavia, the United States, and New Zealand.  Join us to hear her amazing stories.
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