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SUMMARY:RUA Annual Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The 142nd Royal Ulster Academy Annual Exhibition of Art is taking place at Ulster Museum. \nThe Royal Ulster Academy is the most enduring body of practicing visual artists in Northern Ireland\, and its annual exhibition is one of the highlights of the Northern Ireland arts calendar. The 142nd art exhibition contains over 300 artworks that use a diverse range of materials to create an inspiring variety of artwork by both local artists and artists from across the globe. \nFounded in 1879\, the Royal Ulster Academy of Arts is the largest and longest established body of practising visual artists in Northern Ireland. One of its founding principles is to organise\, promote or join in organising and promoting in any fashion an Annual Exhibition of work by both members and non–members. \nThis exhibition is on display in Gallery 6 until Tuesday 2nd January 2024. Free to attend and no booking necessary.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/rua-annual-exhibition/
LOCATION:Ulster Museum\, BT9 5AB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Beautiful Work: Artists and Makers and the Creative Process
DESCRIPTION:County Antrim Open Studios (CAOS) is a network of artists and makers who welcome visitors to their studios. Its members not only like to show people their work but they also like to talk about and illustrate some of the skills and techniques involved in their creative process. \nTheir inaugural exhibition celebrates the first year of County Antrim Open Studios and showcases the work of a wonderfully diverse group of artists and makers including ceramicists\, textile artists\, a bookbinder\, jewellers\, a sculptor and a woodcarver. As part of the exhibition\, CAOS will also be holding 20 Meet the Maker events. It includes exhibits that have been created using traditional skills as well as those using contemporary and innovative techniques. \nCAOS provides the local community\, and visitors to the area\, opportunities to engage with\, and learn about\, local artists and craftspeople\, and for local County Antrim artists and makers to meet and learn about each other. \n\n\n 
URL:https://craftni.org/event/beautiful-work-artists-and-makers-and-the-creative-process/
LOCATION:The Braid\, 1 - 29 Bridge Street\, Ballymena\, BT43 5EJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Exhibitions
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231231T170000
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SUMMARY:Big Bauble Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The Big Bauble Showcase is a yearly staple at Craft NI Gallery\, featuring a wide range of unique handmade baubles\, in limited ranges or one-offs. The event is a highlight for visitors who come back each year to add to their collection. \nStop by to admire and pick up a meaningful gift – these unique designs in porcelain\, felt\, enamel\, textiles or hand blown glass are sure to impress!
URL:https://craftni.org/event/big-bauble-showcase/
LOCATION:Craft NI Gallery\, 115 - 119 Royal Ave\, Belfast\, BT1 1FF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231102T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231102T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064601
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T140636Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas exhibition and Big Bauble Showcase grand opening!
DESCRIPTION:Craft NI Gallery are delighted to invite you to a very special night to of new seasonal work by NI designer-makers! \nCome along Thursday\, November 2\, 6 – 9pm (Late Night Art) at Craft NI Gallery for the opening night of  not one\, but two of our most special events: the Christmas exhibition\, ‘Ag925 – Au750 / Journeys in Silver and Gold’ and the Big Bauble Showcase!  These special events mark the beginning of the festive season at Craft NI Gallery and the team would like to extend a warm invitation to a first preview. \nCome along and immerse yourself in the makers’ creative journeys in silver and gold; or enjoy this year’s clever bauble designs and bring the delights of the handmade into your celebrations. \nThis special evening will be accompanied by the soft tunes of concert harpist Aisleagh\, mulled wine and mince pies.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/christmas-exhibition-and-big-bauble-showcase-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Craft NI Gallery\, 115 - 119 Royal Ave\, Belfast\, BT1 1FF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Exhibitions
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231104T140000
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SUMMARY:Ceramic Gingerbread House Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Ceramic Artist Fiona Shannon will guide you through designing and making your Christmas gingerbread house which you can use for your festive table. Designed for beginners\, this class will be a fun creative environment to get crafty using a range of clay techniques. Your gingerbread house will be fired to be collected at a later date. \nPlease bring apron and wear clothes that you won’t mind getting a little messy. It is advisable to cut your nails short for this class. 18 yrs +
URL:https://craftni.org/event/ceramic-gingerbread-house-workshop/
LOCATION:Flowerfield Arts Centre\, 185 Coleraine Road\, Portstewart\, BT55 7HU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flowerfield Arts Centre":MAILTO:info@flowerfield.org
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231221T160000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Craft Market
DESCRIPTION:One of the most popular festive markets on the North Coast returns! The Christmas Craft Market opens on Saturday 11 November from 10am-4pm and continues until Thursday 21 December. \nIn the Christmas Craft Market visitors will find unique\, handmade presents  – from pottery and fashion accessories to jewellery and glass homeware\, beautiful artwork\, artisan food and much more – all made with love by makers and visual artists based in Northern Ireland with most hailing from the Causeway Coast and Glens area – so by buying a one off handmade gift for a loved one\, you’re also supporting a local small business. \nThe market runs weekly from 11 November to 21 December on Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm with additional opening hours on Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 7-9pm.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/christmas-craft-market/
LOCATION:Flowerfield Arts Centre\, 185 Coleraine Road\, Portstewart\, BT55 7HU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Fairs,Markets
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flowerfield Arts Centre":MAILTO:info@flowerfield.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231111T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231111T123000
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SUMMARY:Kids Christmas Decorations
DESCRIPTION:Join in for a festive workshop making multiple Christmas decorations. Each participant will be given a sheet of porcelain to make beautiful fine porcelain decorations impressed with lace or textured rollers and personalised with letter stamps to make each one individual! \n\nEach child that attends this class needs to be accompanied by a parent for this workshop. This class is suitable for kids age 7+
URL:https://craftni.org/event/kids-christmas-decorations/
LOCATION:Millenium Court\, 2 William Street\, Portadown\, Co Armagh\, BT62 3NX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231111T130000
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SUMMARY:Pierce-Sawn Brass Ornaments
DESCRIPTION:Participants will use a jeweller’s pierce saw to create a beautiful brass ornament\, and choose from a selection of designs that are beginner-friendly. If time allows\, they’ll also be able to add additional texture and personalised stamping to their ornament and their choice of eco-friendly ribbons to finish it all off. \nThis is a small class with a maximum of 6 attendees so participants will get as much personal instruction and guidance as they need. \nIf there is interest to join Dee in the future for jewellery-making classes\, this is a great place to start learning to pierce saw and work with basic jewellery tools. \nTea\, coffee and treats included.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/pierce-sawn-brass-ornaments/
LOCATION:The Workshop\, 4a Church Street\, Ballynahinch\, BT24 8AF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Workshop":MAILTO:TheWorkshopBallynahinch@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231111T160000
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SUMMARY:Slip Casting Christmas Baubles Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join local ceramicists Rebecca Killen and Laureanne Kootstra (The Clay Project) for a Christmas workshop exploring the creative process of slip casting to make a pair of Christmas baubles. During this workshop you will have the opportunity to work with porcelain casting slip\, a selection of plaster moulds and coloured porcelain. You will also learn about refining your cast pieces and how to apply surface decoration. \nThis Christmas evening will be fuelled with festive treats. Your bauble will be fired in our kiln and returned to Millennium Court 4 weeks. \nThis class is suitable for age 16+
URL:https://craftni.org/event/slip-casting-christmas-baubles-workshop/
LOCATION:Millenium Court\, 2 William Street\, Portadown\, Co Armagh\, BT62 3NX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231122T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240107T160000
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SUMMARY:Pop-up Christmas Shop
DESCRIPTION:Come and visit a unique shopping experience this Christmas at North Down Museum. Browse the museum’s galleries\, which are filled with beautiful hand-made products from local artists and makers. The perfect place to get that special gift and support your local crafters. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nThe shop is free to explore during normal opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday 10am–4pm and Sunday 12–4pm. \n 
URL:https://craftni.org/event/pop-up-christmas-shop/
LOCATION:North Down Museum\, Town Hall\, The Castle\, Bangor\, BT20 4BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Fairs,Markets
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231125T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231125T150000
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CREATED:20230918T142352Z
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SUMMARY:Kiln Fused Glass Christmas Decorations
DESCRIPTION:This fused glass workshop is a gentle introduction to glass fusing\, specifically designed for complete beginners. During the 5 hour session during which you will learn about glass fusing\, types & compatibility and tools\, various design techniques and safety in the studio. \nParticipants will make up to 3 Christmas decorations. A number of designs will be readily available – star\, snowman\, tree\, bauble\, sock\, robin. However\, if you wish\, you can make up your own simple design at the workshop. \nClosed\, comfy shoes are a requirement; comfortable clothing\, trousers or jeans are recommended. PPE equipment will be provided (safety glasses and facemasks) however you may wish to bring your own. \nThis class is suitable for age 16+
URL:https://craftni.org/event/kiln-fused-glass-christmas-decorations/
LOCATION:Millenium Court\, 2 William Street\, Portadown\, Co Armagh\, BT62 3NX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231125T170000
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CREATED:20231116T211145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T211145Z
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SUMMARY:Burnavon Winter Craft & Food Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Burnavon Winter Craft & Food Fair is back for 2023\, showcasing some of the most talented crafters and food producers from across the country. There will be a range of handmade jewellery\, art\, textiles\, homeware\, artisan food makers\, and more\, all available to buy on Saturday 25 November. \nThis is an ideal opportunity to get in the Christmas spirit\, shop for the perfect custom-made presents and festive foods.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/burnavon-winter-craft-food-fair-2/
LOCATION:The Burnavon\, Burn Road\, Cookstown\, BT80 8DN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Fairs,Markets
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231130T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064601
CREATED:20231128T152118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T153641Z
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SUMMARY:Form | Function | Flourish
DESCRIPTION:A special ceramic group show which brings together the work of 18 established artists who have been invited to consider form\, function and/or flourish\, and create work that demonstrates the breadth of expression\, skill and innovation in contemporary ceramics. \nThe exhibition continues until 21 December\, and includes makers such as Malcom Murchinson\,  Anna Donovan\, Claire and Karen Gibson\, John McKeag\, Rory and Helen Shearer\, Sandra Robinson and many others.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/form-function-flourish/
LOCATION:Island Arts Centre\, The Island\, Lisburn\, BT27 4RL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231130T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231130T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064601
CREATED:20231116T212548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T212548Z
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SUMMARY:Made in AND Late-Night Christmas Shopping
DESCRIPTION:North Down Museum is hosting a special Late-Night Christmas Shopping event at its Pop-Up Christmas Shop. Join in for an evening of music\, artists demonstrations and shopping. The museum will be festively decorated\, the coffee shop will be open\, the visitors will be able to see the museum and purchase unique gifts in a completely different way.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/made-in-and-late-night-christmas-shopping-2/
LOCATION:North Down Museum\, Town Hall\, The Castle\, Bangor\, BT20 4BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Fairs,Markets
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