Members of the Youghal Adult Education Network are delighted to join in the celebrations during the 2009 Cork Lifelong Learning Festival with 2 days packed with free workshops, talks, displays and performances for young and old.  Now in its 6th year the festival has mainly been limited to Cork city – but this year Youghal is taking the initiative to bring the festival to Cork County.

On Tuesday March 31 the focus is on the East Cork Further Education and Youthreach Centre,  with a programme which includes briefing sessions on how adults return to education, as well as hands on workshops in beauty therapy, ceramics, organic gardening and family learning.  While visiting the centre why not visit the information displays and enjoy the art exhibition, or enjoy coffee and scones in the morning prepared by Youthreach students. On Thursday April 2 the festival moves to Cumann na Daoine’s new building on Catherine St.  Call in any time from 10am – 2pm to visit displays of art and craft as well as information stands from UCC, FAS, Pobalscoil na Trionoide and the VEC adult guidance service.  Chat with fellow learners and members of Cumann na Daoine’s many groups, or join in free workshops on paper flower making or cake decorating.  The afternoon Features performances from the Windy Lane puppet theatre.

Kino Korner is a mini film festival which will feature screenings of short films of community interest – many linked to Youghal.   Kino Korner films will be shown in both venues on March 31 and April 2. Read more