New Creative Ageing Partnership Launches Arts Workshops

New Creative Aging Partnership Launches Arts Workshops

Are you seeking something new? Do you want a new challenge? Would you enjoy an opportunity to socialise, learn and perform?

If so, the Creative Aging Partnership is just for you. The Partnership is a new initiative from Newry,Mourne and Down District Council in partnership with the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust and Down Community Arts.

The Partnership offers three different arts workshops for people aged 55+. They can choose between visual art workshops in Down Arts Centre, Downpatrick, drama workshops in the Newcastle Centre or take part in a community choir through singing workshops in The Market House, Ballynahinch.

Newry Mourne and Down District Council Chairman, Councillor Mark Murnin said: “Whether you’re a seasoned arts enthusiast or a beginner looking for a new challenge, the Creative Aging Partnership workshops will provide you with all the support you need, including the assistance of a professional tutor. Besides providing an opportunity to learn new skills, these workshops also offer a chance to get out to socialise and make new friends.”

All three workshops will start on Monday 8 October and run for 10 weeks until Monday 10 December, from 10am to 12.30pm, costing only £25. Places are limited so please register for the workshop of your choice by contacting Down Arts Centre Box Office on 028 4461 0747.

Full programme details are also available online at:

www.downartscentre.com