First Fortnight is a charity-based organisation with the express aim of challenging mental health prejudice through the creative arts. We believe the arts allow us to create a space where people can talk about mental health issues in a non-scripted manner. Once that conversation has begun, we hope this will then help to change people’s perceptions about an issue that …
Season Launch
We open a brand new season of cultural treats at Riverbank Arts Centre. Our full programnme is now available to book online and via box office (045448327).
Upcoming Family Christmas Events
Joy to the World: Date: Monday, December 8th – Sunday, January 4th Time: 10AM – 5.30PM, MON- FRI, 10AM – 1PM, SAT Price: Free admission An exhibition celebrating festive traditions from around the globe, curated by Susan Boyle. This intimate exhibition comprises beautifully handcrafted Nativity scenes made from wood, precious metals, felt and even bread dough, alongside other seasonal artifacts. …
Arts & Children: Rights Charter
Eighteen principles to state the right of all children, all over the world, to enjoy art and culture. This is the content of the Charter, created by La Baracca – Testoni Ragazzi together with a group of teachers and parents. Charter of Children’s Rights to Art and Culture Children have the right: 1 to access art in all its forms: …
Join Our Children’s Newsletter Mailout
This season we’ve got a super cool make-your-own-bunting activity in our children’s newsletter. It’s really easy to make and will look great stuck on a bedroom wall or kitchen notice board. To sign your child up to receive our seasonal children’s newsletter, just email their first name, your name and address to boxoffice@riverbank.ie with ‘children’s newsletter’ in the subject line.