Sat. 2 Dec. 10.30am  – 3pm
Free admission

As part of the ongoing outreach work with the Domestic Violence service here in Sligo. DVAS are organising an event with Mental Health Ireland for the 16 Days of Activism against Violence against Women. The event is called The Festival of Stars, which is part of an arts project to weave one billion stars globally. These stars represent hope and solidarity in the campaign to eradicate violence against women. The event will involve bringing people, including children, from the community together to weave stars, exhibitions of artwork, consent workshops and music, with lunch, tea and coffee provided.

We-Consent Workshop 11am – 1pm

Children's star weaving and collage workshop 11am – 12.30pm

Musical performance during lunch

Sun. 26 Nov. 2023
11am – 4pm

Join us for a fun-filled Family Day at The Model with creative activities, workshops, screenings, drawing stations, gallery tours and more. Dive into a world of collage and animation, while experimenting with a range of exciting materials and colour. Enjoy a game of ping pong with artist Mark Clare's interactive work Ping Pong Diplomacy, or come along to a gallery tour. Pick up a free Activity Guide and follow the clues around our beautiful building or sign up to a colourful workshop with artist Lorna Watkins. All art-making materials are included.

These creative days out are open to all kinds of people from families to individuals and groups of friends. All ages and abilities welcome.