Workshops

Dark Space Light Planets: 10.00-12noon, 8-12yrs, Max Places 12
John Harvey of Valentia Island is a skilled facilitator and has worked with Samhlaiocht for the last number of years working with children of all ages. In this unique workshop, John will explore Dark Space, Light and The Planets and teach attendees about the star constellations in our night sky, and how they got their names.

Ceramics: 10-12 noon, 8-12 yrs, Max Places 12
Valentia based ceramist Anja, who has facilitated workshops for Samhlaiocht in the past, will work with children from 8 to 12 years of age, to create wonderful clay masterpieces. This 2 hour workshop will take children through the creative process of working with clay. This creative and inspiring workshop will be great fun!!

Stunning Stars; 10-11.30am, 4-8 yrs, Max Places 12
Jane Savage, a Killarney based artist, is a past facilitator with Samhlaiocht. In this workshop Jane will teach 4 to 8 year olds how to make hanging ornamental stars from willow sticks and how to decorating their creations with paper scraps and glitzy bits!! A must see workshop for all of you 'Bright Stars' out there!!

Hip Hop: 10.am-12.pm, Under 12's, Max Places 15
Hip Hop is an excellent way for children to have fun while staying in shape. The Hip Hop dance moves will make exercise exciting, whilst improving confidence. So get up and move to the funky beats and Hip Hop your way to fitness!! Please bring a bottle of water.

The Stars Are The Limit: 12 noon-2pm, 8-12 yrs, Max Places 12
Another wonderful workshop run by Jane Savage, a Killarney based artist. This workshop will allow attendees' creative sparkle to shine through!! A Fascinating workshop, where attendees use all their creativity. Come and join the fun!!

"Starry Eyes" - Make Up: 2-4pm, 12yrs + Max Places 12
A welcome return for Miriam's make-up workshop aimed at teenagers. Learn about all aspects of make-up from cleansing and toning to make-up application. Put a twinkle in your eye and a glow on your face while learning how to care for your skin!!

Fun with Clay; 2pm-4pm, Under 7s, Max Places 12
Another chance to work with Anja for under 7's. Squiggy and soft, mucky and wet have fun messing around with clay!!

Candlemaking: 2pm-4pm, 8-12 yrs, Max Places 12
John Harvey will lead this 2 hours workshop for 8 to 12 year olds in candle making and design.. Enter the bubbling molten world of melted wax and make beautiful and useful candles for all occasions. A well worth workshop for this age group!!

Hip Hop 1pm-3pm, 12 + Max Places 15
Hip Hop is an excellent way for children to have fun while staying in shape. The Hip Hop dance moves will make exercise exciting, whilst improving confidence. So get up and move to the funky beats and Hip Hop your way to fitness!! Please bring a bottle of water.

Workshop Programme Sunday 8th April 2007
KDYS Denny Street Tralee, Admission 5 euro for all Workshops unless otherwise stated
For more info on any workshop or to book places please call Samhlaiocht 066 712 9934

Fun with Food: 12 Noon - 1pm, 3-6 yrs, Max Places 12
This delightful and much requested workshop, lead by Catherine, will take 3 to 6 year olds through the delights of having fun with food. "Light and yummy, fruity & gummy."

Origami: 12-1pm, 10-15yrs, Max Places 14, Admission 10.00 euro
Samhlaiocht are delighted to welcome back Cecil to this year's festival. Cecil is a skilled facilitator and this year will take 10 to 15 year olds through the Japanese art of folding paper, "Origami." Attendees will discover various ways to fold paper, making beautiful objects full of good luck and best wishes for any occasion!!

Twinkle Twinkle I'm A Star: 12-2 pm, 3-6 yrs, Max Places 12
Aylish is a Tralee based facilitator who worked for Samhlaiocht in 2006. Aylish will work with 3 to 6 year olds helping them to create their very own star accessories for the bedroom. Come and join in the fun!!

Sun Moon and Stars Galore: 3-5 pm, 7-12 yrs, Max Places 12
Another fun filled creative workshop with Aylish. Lots of choice, customise you own bedroom, accessorize a board game or bring your old clothes (a white T-Shirt) and leave the workshop looking like a star!!

Scrapbooking "You Are A Star": 2-4 pm, 15 yrs + Adults, Max Places 12, Admission 10 euro
Cecil will lead this workshop for 15 year olds +.
Don't let your family roots vanish with time! Come along and get hooked on scrap-booking.
Please bring a selection of old family photographs to get you started

Medicinal Herbs; 3-5 pm, Adults, Max Places 15 Admission 10 euro
Fully qualified Medical Herbalist Christine Best will give an introduction on how to use Medicinal Herbs. Learn how to make your own herbal preparations. A real interesting workshop for adults who are interested in herbal medicine!!


Workshop Programme Monday 9th April 2007
KDYS Denny Street Tralee, Admission 5 euro for all Workshops unless otherwise stated
For more info on any workshop or to book places please call Samhlaiocht 066 712 9934



Aura Readings: 12-2 pm, Adults, Max Places 12 Admission 10 eruo
Kate will introduce participants to Aura Reading. Have a go at reading your own aura. See the layers of your personality leading to the true you and the fulfilment of your dreams and desires!!

Stars (Drama) 12 Noon - 1.30 pm, 4 - 8 yrs, Max Places 12
Ann is a skilled facilitator and has worked with Samhlaioct over the past 15 years in various art form areas. Ann will lead 4 to 8 year olds through this workshop. Prepare to be star struck through drama. Learn how you can be a 'Star' by joining us in this all-star cast. Be as care free as you want to be in this fun filled workshop!!

Comic Strip: 12 Noon - 2.30 pm, 6 - 10 yrs, Max Places 12
Sally has worked with Samhlaiocht over the last two years, and this year will work with 6 to 10 year olds creating their own comic strips. Imagine a story and then get to work bringing the story to life in the form of a comic strip. At the end of the workshop we hope to join all the stories together to make a comic for each child to take home!!

Painting Under 7: 2 - 3 pm, Under 7s, Max Places 12
Michelle, a Listowel based artist working with the "Blue Umbrella Gallery" will facilitate this ever popular workshop for under 7's. Lots of fun to be had!!

Painting Workshop 3.30 - 4.30 pm, 7 - 9 yrs, Max Places 12
Another chance to work with Michelle for the 7 - 9 year olds. Popular painting workshop, paint your own special stars, for your room or a special ceiling hanging star. Lots of fun to be had!!

Stars (Drama) 3.30 - 5 pm, 8 - 12 yrs, Max Places 12
Another chance for the 8 to 12 year olds to work with facilitator Ann. Prepare to be star struck through drama. And have so much fun doing so. Don't miss this workshop with Ann!

Introduction To Circus Skills: 2pm-3pm, 8+,Max Places 15
Come clowning around with Kerry's own, home grown, hot stuff Fanzini Bros! This workshop will introduce you to the secrets of Plate Spinning, Diablo & Balancing skills!!