Féile was delighted to partner with In Your Space Circus this week to deliver storytelling in schools as part of World Storytelling Day which took place on Wednesday 20th March.
5 schools from the Urban Village area were lucky enough to receive a visit from Granny D and her little friend Steve (and her bubbles!)
As part of our Equinox project, acclaimed photographer Megan Doherty worked with local schools, sports clubs, youth clubs and community groups to create a new exhibition, Genesis, which celebrates many of the great young people of Creggan.
HISTORY TOUR. . . . Year 8 students from St. Joseph’s Boys School pictured before leaving on a history tour of the Creggan on Wednesday under the guidance of former pupil and local historian Seamus Breslin. On left is Mrs. Fiona Harrigan, Vice Principal. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)
HISTORY TOUR. . . . Year 8 students from St. Joseph’s Boys School pictured before leaving on a history tour of the Creggan on Wednesday under the guidance of former pupil and local historian Seamus Breslin. On left is Mrs. Fiona Harrigan, Vice Principal. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)
Thanks to everyone who took part in our first ever Equinox celebrations in Creggan today. Whether it was sharing a story, dancing, singing, playing, taking part in The Big Dander or the spring clean of the community or just celebrating the return of the light, we thank you all.
Here’s what people had to say about Féile’s latest stage production, City Til I Die!
The play follows Derry City fanatic Tony Gillespie, played by Pat Lynch, as he tries to persuade his grandson Oisin, played by Michael O’Doherty, to be a Derry City supporter. The play examined what it truly means to be a Derry City supporter and how being a supporter enhances the lives of so many. The play celebrates the club’s history and the positive contribution the club and its fans make to the city.
And if you missed the chance to see the play, it has been recorded and will be premiered online on our YouTube/Facebook channels in the coming weeks, so keep an eye out!
City Til I Die is A Communities In Transition project funded by The Executive Office.
The finale of our International Women’s Day programme took place today in the Maldron Hotel. The room was filled with laughter, tears and fond memories as Roisin’s family, friends, neighbours and the wider community gathered to celebrate Roisin Barton’s contribution to the Women of the city.
Roisin was an extraordinary individual who touched the lives of so many in our community. Her unwavering commitment to fostering a sense of social justice, togetherness, compassion, and unity has left an indelible mark on the fabric of our community.
She embodied the spirit of selflessness and empathy. She possessed a genuine desire to make a positive difference in the lives of those around her, consistently going above and beyond to lend a helping hand. Her dedication to our community was unparalleled, and she was always at the forefront of initiatives aimed at uplifting others.
In memory of Roisin’s legacy, local women were presented recognition awards at the event for their contribution to the community. Entertainment provided by Flair. Compere by Muire McCallion.
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CELEBRATIONS. . . .The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Patricia Logue pictured withBogside woman Mary Nelis pictured beside her portrait at Meenan Park on Monday last with Jayne Quigg, manager, Dove House Community Trust.
The International Women’s Day programme was launched at Meenan Square today with an outdoor photographic exhibition ‘Celebrating Local Inspirational Women’. The exhibition features photographic portraits by Jim McCafferty and artwork of inspirational women from the area both past and present. Among the women celebrated are well known residents and community workers Jeanette Warke, Eileen Allen, Kathleen Simpson, Mary Nelis, Martina Anderson and Tina McLaughlin.
The launch of the exhibition brought floods of residents from the Bogside, Brandywell and Fountain into the Meenan Square area to view the exhibition. The exhibition will run from 4th – 18th March 2024.
A Streets Alive Project funded by The Executive Office’s Urban Villages programme.
This International Women’s Day on Friday 8th March, we would be delighted if you could join Féile for a special event remembering the much missed community activist Roisin Barton.
Roisin was always involved in something. An activist all her life, from her childhood running “messages” for her mother Nancy Keenan in the 1950s, to her last project, Forgotten Women, highlighting the role of Derry Republican women in the 1940s.
Republicanism, prisoner support, women’s rights and community activism marked her life and Derry is a better place for it.
We will be remembering Roisin’s achievements and the impact she left in our communities on International Women’s Day, Friday 8th March from 12pm – 2pm in The Maldron Hotel.
There will be a variety of events across the town from the week beginning Monday 4th March including talks, exhibitions, debates, workshops and walks. Further information will be shared closer to the time, but if you have any questions feel free to get in touch with us or our partners listed above!
CITY TIL I DIE – A NEW STAGE PRODUCTION FROM FÉILE
Féile have announced that rehearsals are under way for a new stage production, ‘City Til I Die’. The play, which examines what it means to be a die-hard Derry City supporter, will premiere this March.
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January’s not the easiest month to get through, but this year, we were determined to make a difference!
The community organisations in the Triax area came together to design a ‘Commit to be Fit’ programme, where local people and residents took part in a wide range of activities revolving around both mental and physical fitness, including exercise classes, sound baths and meditation, mental health awareness sessions, walking, and more!
Féile was delighted to produce this short video showcasing some of the sessions that took place over the last couple of weeks.
