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Irish Independent
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Louth Youth Ambassador for Cruinniú na nÓg named as details of 2025 events revealed
Grace, who is also a member of member of M.A.D. Youth Theatre, has won a number of awards for her short films, and is an inspiration to other young people as to how they can express themselves through the arts. There will be no shortage of arts events for young people in Dundalk and surround areas to enjoy Saturday, June 7 as Cruinniú na nÓg 2025, hosted by Louth County Council has an exciting programme of events. In Dundalk, families can explore an archaeological dig at the County Museum, a buzzing programme at Redeemer FRC with a silent disco, messy play, and Lego fun, plus creative workshops at Bridge Street Studios including pottery, felting and watercolour painting. Creative Spark Downtown Hub will host Doodle Bots, natural pigment-making, and messy art with AAEX Teens. At Market Square, expect circus performances, mural workshops, spray painting, and much more. M.A.D. Youth Theatre will run workshops with local community groups, and SNAP will host a drama therapy session for their members. An Táin Arts Centre presents Rhythm is a Dancer, a collaborative live performance of original music and dance by young Louth talent, and a Night Time Economy Event featuring a live art performance of famous artwork recreations by M.A.D. Youth Theatre members. The centre will also showcase photography from Cruinniú workshops, WOWTH! county-wide art competition winning entries, and art by AAEX Teens and Pebble Lane Art Studio in their BasementGgallery workshop room from June 7 to 14. Don't miss the morning arts and crafts, interactive mural audio tour, and immersive games also offered at the Arts Centre. An exciting Bake Off event will take place at St Vincent's Secondary School for young experienced bakers! All branches of Louth Library Service will be buzzing with excitement on the day, offering activities like Lego workshops, glass fusing, needle felting, kite-making, and magic shows. There are also art workshops at Pebble Lane Studio Lordship, a magic show and art session in the Dee Hub, Ardee, and circus performances at Ardee Community Centre. All events are free but booking is essential visit the official event page to explore the full schedule and secure your spot at
Irish Independent
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Louth comes alive for Crinniú na nÓg 2025
Drogheda is gearing up for a day bursting with imagination, colour, and youthful energy as Crinniú na nÓg 2025 takes over the town on June 7. Part of the national Creative Ireland initiative and proudly hosted by Louth County Council, this free day of events takes over towns, public spaces, libraries, theatres, and arts venues right across the county. This year's Youth Ambassador is Grace Gonnelly, a talented 17-year-old filmmaker from Dundalk and member of M.A.D. Youth Theatre. Grace's powerful short film Cliff Edge—chronicling her personal journey living with a chronic pain condition—earned her the RTÉ Factual Award at Ireland's Young Filmmaker of the Year in April. She now inspires her peers to express themselves through the arts and get involved in this national day of free creative activities for young people.
