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The Kindness of Others

Far too often in our busy lives we don’t take the time to say how much difference, a kind act can make to the lives of others whether that act is done on behalf of an individual, a family or a community.  I would therefore like to say something about an act of...

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Learning New Ways To Master Lockdown Together

Week 1 - Mastering Lockdown Skills Week 2 - Goals Setting and Motivation Week 3 - Sharing Healthy Recipe Ideas Week 4 - Reading with Children for fun To qualify you must live in North Belfast and not be in education training or employment (or had your education...

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Take Notice- Five Steps to Wellbeing

https://youtu.be/MutvVg_CuNc Taking notice means being in tune with your thoughts and emotions. Throughout your day, take time to check in with yourself and really savour your experiences. Mindfulness helps your wellbeing and resilience by giving you the tools to deal...

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Be Active with Justine Brown Yoga

https://youtu.be/JstUB8PSEtw Staying active during COVID has been tough for everyone. For many, online fitness classes have been a lifeline. During the pandemic, Justine Brown has been offering yoga classes over Zoom. Today, she shares her favourite exercises, so that...

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Gingerbread Village Christmas Experience

https://youtu.be/Df3XAaGcIhI Sometimes, the best way to stay active is a day out with the family, but this hasn’t been easy this year. Our Gingerbread Village Christmas Experience was the perfect way to shake off those winter blues with all the family, as the...

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The Gingerbread Man’s Christmas Adventure

The Gingerbread Man's Christmas Adventure was written by Mark Claney and illustrated by Fionnuala Duffin for New Lodge Arts.  The Gingerbread event delivered from 15-17 December in Ashton Centre and brought the story to life. Check out this delightful tale of the...

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Be Active – Take 5 Steps to Wellbeing

https://youtu.be/PZAYwIaD_J8 Being active is one of the best ways to look after your mental and physical health. Even simple things like working in the garden or going for a walk with friends can have a huge impact on your wellbeing. What do you do to keep active in...

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North Belfast Bicycle Parade with New Lodge Arts

We are very excited to announce the North Belfast Bicycle Parade happening on Thursday 17th & Friday 18th December - departing Girdwood at 6pm! This moonlight cycle will travel approx 4 miles around North Belfast on beautifully lit up bicycles bringing some...

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Gingerbread Village Christmas Experience

https://youtu.be/AkpP4-BvtFw Get your tickets, available today at 4pm 3rd December Book a slot per family at: www.ticketsource.co.uk/new-lodge-arts Gingerbread Village Christmas Experience with New Lodge Arts Come and visit our Gingerbread Village Christmas Experience...

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Job Opportunities with Ashton – 30/11/2020

Core Economically Inactive Mentor - Closing date for applications: Wednesday 2nd of December 2020 12 noon Core Training Officer - Closing date for applications: Wednesday 2nd of December 2020 12 noon Assistant Youth Support Worker - New Lodge Youth Centre - Closing...

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Take 5 Steps to Wellbeing – Food For Thought

https://youtu.be/_03JtNeD_9o Food 4 Thought Maria has planned and is serving up a simple family meal for 4, just follow the online video guide and instructions and enjoy. This is how you can participant in the Take 5 steps to wellbeing as part of maintaining a healthy...

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Pharmacy First Service launched for winter ailments

Community pharmacies across Northern Ireland will provide a Pharmacy First service again this winter to encourage patients to contact their local chemist for treatment and advice on a range of common winter conditions. The Pharmacy First service is a winter initiative...

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