Christmas Block Printing at Mermaid Arts Centre, Bray
Dec
14
11:30 AM11:30

Christmas Block Printing at Mermaid Arts Centre, Bray

Join Me and The Moon at Mermaid this Christmas and for this printing workshop, where you will design patterns, choose colours and then print your own cards and wrapping papers using wooden block printing techniques. Two 1 hour long workshops for children aged 4 - 12 at 11.30am and 1pm.

For more info, please see Mermaid Arts Centre website
This event is now fully booked.

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Make at Muckross, Killarney: Christmas Cards
Dec
14
9:15 AM09:15

Make at Muckross, Killarney: Christmas Cards

Join Me and The Moon this Christmas at Muckross!

Children will create Christmas ornaments and tree decorations from clay and mixed media, Led by demonstration, families will have lots of fun in the making. Timetabled workshops will take place at Muckross Garden Restaurant. Suitable for primary school children of all ages (5-12 years). Parent and child workshop (no drop-offs) and adults are encouraged to join in the fun.

Please note, workshops are free, but pre-booking is required. Limited availability – please only book if you can definitely make it. One ticket per child (accompanying parents/guardians don't need tickets).

Timetable:

  • 9.15-10.15am

  • 10.45-11.45am

  • 12.15-1.15pm

Workshops will take place at Muckross Garden Restaurant, Muckross House, Killarney. Ample free parking available.

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A Visit Santa Claus at Killruddery, Bray
Nov
29
to Dec 23

A Visit Santa Claus at Killruddery, Bray

  • Killruddery House and Gardens (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

As Killruddery’s Children’s Creative Partner, we’re pleased to invite you to this very special event. Children and adults can expect to explore Killruddery’s festive surroundings and look forward to creative workshops with the Me and The Moon team.

As part of our our Santa experience, we’ll create Christmas ornaments and tree decorations from clay and mixed media, before meeting Santa Claus himself. As well as their own clay piece, each child will go home with a little gift as a memento.

FULLY BOOKED - WAITLIST NOW CLOSED.

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Kerry Science Festival, Tralee: Cardboard Construction
Nov
16
10:00 AM10:00

Kerry Science Festival, Tralee: Cardboard Construction

Join Me and The Moon at Kerry Science Fest 2024!

Reimagining how we interact with our natural environment; how best can we live alongside nature? What have we learnt from the past? At this construction workshop, we’ll using recycled cardboard. We will create models and paintings of nature spaces and look at creative ways we can encourage biodiversity within.

Workshop times:

10am-11am
11.30am-12.30pm
1.30pm -2.30pm
3pm-4pm

No booking necessary, walk-ins welcome (see start times above).

Learn more via the Kerry Science Fest website

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Trick-or-Treat Totes: Family Workshops at Killruddery, Bray
Oct
27
11:00 AM11:00

Trick-or-Treat Totes: Family Workshops at Killruddery, Bray

  • The Stable Studio, Killruddery (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join Me and The Moon at our brand new seasonal pop-up event at Killruddery, where we’ll throw open the doors of The Stable Studio for this very special family workshop.

Join us at the beautiful surrounds of Killruddery, Bray as we celebrate Halloween weekend. Together we’ll create our own Trick or Treat Tote! You will design your bag and then bring it to life using paint and paint markers, creating your very own Spooky Tote.

Priced at €15 per child. Accompanying parents/guardians are free. Pre-booking is required.

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Make at The Museum, Tralee
Oct
26
to Oct 27

Make at The Museum, Tralee

  • Kerry County Museum (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Rolling workshops from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday

Join Me and The Moon at our seasonal pop-up art workshops at Kerry County Museum! Rolling workshops will take place from 11am – 4pm. Suitable for primary school children of all ages. Younger children are welcome to join in with the help of a parent/guardian. Parent and child workshop (no drop-offs).

Workshops are free (included in the museum admission price). Admission prices are: Adult/Senior/Student: €5.00, Child: FREE (accompanied by an adult).

For more see the KCM website.

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Culture Night in Tralee: ‘Storyshop’ Workshops for Children
Sep
20
4:00 PM16:00

Culture Night in Tralee: ‘Storyshop’ Workshops for Children

Join Me and The Moon this Culture Night at Collis Sandes House!

Using drawing tools, each child will develop their own story scene elements and characters, which will be added to a large group mural. Over the course of Culture Night, a story begins to emerge as our mural develops.

Timetabled workshops will take place at Collis Sandes House. Suitable for primary school children of all ages (5-12 years). Parent and child workshop (no drop-offs) and adults are encouraged to join in the fun.

Please note, workshops are free, but pre-booking is required. Limited availability – please only book if you can definitely make it. One ticket per child (accompanying parents/guardians don't need tickets).

Learn more and book tickets via our Eventbrite page

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Culture Night in Killarney: ‘Storyshop’ Workshops for Children
Sep
20
3:00 PM15:00

Culture Night in Killarney: ‘Storyshop’ Workshops for Children

Join Me and The Moon this Culture Night at Muckross!

Using drawing tools, each child will develop their own story scene elements and characters, which will be added to a large group mural. Over the course of Culture Night, a story begins to emerge as our mural develops.

Timetabled workshops will take place at Muckross Garden Restaurant. Suitable for primary school children of all ages (5-12 years). Parent and child workshop (no drop-offs) and adults are encouraged to join in the fun.

Please note, workshops are free, but pre-booking is required. Limited availability – please only book if you can definitely make it. One ticket per child (accompanying parents/guardians don't need tickets).

Learn more and book tickets via our Eventbrite page

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End of Summer Garden Party at Killruddery
Aug
25
11:00 AM11:00

End of Summer Garden Party at Killruddery

Join us at Killruddery’s end of summer garden party, ‘The Last of the Summer Fling’ - a fun-filled day in Killruddery’s 17th century heritage Gardens.

Advance booking is advised but not essential as entry will also be available on the door, however priority entry will be given to those who pre-book.

Tickets via the Killruddery website

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The Big Grill Festival 2024
Aug
24
to Aug 25

The Big Grill Festival 2024

Me and The Moon are excited to return to The Big Grill Festival 2024! Join us at Herbert Park, where we’ll be facilitating free painting, print and clay workshops for children of all ages.

There will be a combination of drop-in painting at easels (drop-in, suitable for all ages), as well as timetabled clay and print workshops (suitable for 5–12 year olds).

See The Big Grill for more info.

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Make at Muckross: National Heritage Week
Aug
21
to Aug 22

Make at Muckross: National Heritage Week

  • Muckross The Schoolhouse (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join Me and The Moon as we get creative at our FREE monthly pop-up art event at Muckross. To celebrate Heritage Week at Muckross, we're facilitating BONUS workshops this month!

Children will have the opportunity to explore the possibilities of drawing as we learn about the mountains that form the backdrop of our studio and fascinating folklore surrounding them, as well as the farm itself. Children will be led by demonstration and will have lots of fun in the making.

Schedule:

  • Aug 21st: Mountains and Legends – Drawing workshops

  • Aug 22nd: Guided walks of Muckross Traditional Farms with sketching

Timetabled workshops will take place at Muckross The Schoolhouse. Suitable for primary school children of all ages. Younger children are welcome to join in with the help of a parent/guardian. Parent and child workshop (no drop-offs). Workshops are free, but pre-booking is required. Limited availability – please only book if you can definitely make it.

Please note, one ticket per child (accompanying parents/guardians don't need tickets).

Tickets via eventbrite here

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Mallow Arts Fest 2024
Jul
27
11:00 AM11:00

Mallow Arts Fest 2024

Me and The Moon are excited to return to Mallow Arts Fest 2024!

We’ll be facilitating free painting, print and clay workshops for children of all ages.

There will be a combination of drop-in painting at easels (drop-in, suitable for all ages), as well as timetabled clay and collage workshops (suitable for 5–12 year olds).

More info on The Mallow Arts Fest website

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Fairy Tale Day at Killruddery
Jul
7
11:00 AM11:00

Fairy Tale Day at Killruddery

Magic descends upon the heritage Gardens of Killruddery as all kinds of mythical creatures make their way to their woodlands, lawns, trees and ponds. This day is all about the senses. Families can expect to engage with earth, fire, water and air in a safe and playful environment, complete with plenty of play, music making and storytelling. You are invited to dress as your favourite fairy tale character, classic or contemporary hero, and join Me and The Moon for a host of creative activities.

This event is FREE for Killruddery Members. Purchase your ticket in advance

More info and booking via Killruddery’s website

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Make at Muckross: Cruinniú na nÓg
Jun
15
10:00 AM10:00

Make at Muckross: Cruinniú na nÓg

Join Me and The Moon as we get creative at our FREE monthly pop-up art event at Muckross!

Cruinniú na nÓg is a day of free creativity for children and young people all across Ireland. To celebrate Cruinniú na nÓg, children will block print their own tote bags and explore the possibilities of varying print processes. Children will be led by demonstration and will have lots of fun in the making.

Timetabled workshops will take place at Muckross The Schoolhouse. Suitable for primary school children of all ages. Younger children are welcome to join in with the help of a parent/guardian. Parent and child workshop (no drop-offs). Workshops are free, but pre-booking is required. Limited availability – please only book if you can definitely make it.

Please note, one ticket per child (accompanying parents/guardians don't need tickets).

TICKETS VIA EVENTBRITE

With thanks to Kerry County Council and Creative Ireland for their support.

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Cruinniú na nÓg in Tralee: Cyanotype and Monoprint Workshops
Jun
15
9:00 AM09:00

Cruinniú na nÓg in Tralee: Cyanotype and Monoprint Workshops

Children's Art Workshops at with Me and The Moon at Collis Sandes House, Tralee

Cruinniú na nÓg is a day of free creativity for children and young people all across Ireland. To celebrate Cruinniú na nÓg, children will explore cyanotype and monotype print using objects from nature. Weather permitting, we’ll venture into Collis Sandes Woods to collect found items from nature, which we’ll bring back and use as part of our workshop. Children will be led by demonstration and will have lots of fun in the making.

Timetabled workshops will take place throughout the morning. Suitable for primary school children of all ages. Please note, workshops are free, but pre-booking is required. Limited availability

BOOK VIA EVENBRITE

With thanks to Kerry County Council and Creative Ireland for their support.

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Cruinniú na nÓg 2024 at Killruddery with Me and Moon
Jun
15
9:00 AM09:00

Cruinniú na nÓg 2024 at Killruddery with Me and Moon

Join Me and The Moon at The Fruit Room studio, within the walled gardens at Killruddery, for a fun day of free creativity.

Draw, blot, cut, paste and paint at Cruinniú na nÓg 2024 with Me and The Moon at Killruddery. We will look at the walled garden with our artists eye, then return to the studio and together create a mural using blot printing, collage, drawing and paint. We're very excited to have the Hot Dots joining us on the day and providing music; adding to the atmosphere with hot rags, intricate instrumental arrangements and close harmonies. Limited availability and pre-booking is required.

THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED.

With thanks to Wicklow County Council and Creative Ireland for their support.

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Make at The Museum: Celebrating International Children's Day
Jun
1
11:00 AM11:00

Make at The Museum: Celebrating International Children's Day

Rolling workshops from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday

Join Me and The Moon at our seasonal pop-up art workshops at Kerry County Museum! This weekend we’re celebrating International Children’s Day. Rolling art workshops will take place from 11am – 4pm. Suitable for primary school children of all ages. Younger children are welcome to join in with the help of a parent/guardian. Parent and child workshop (no drop-offs).

Workshops are free (included in the museum admission price). Admission prices are: Adult/Senior/Student: €5.00, Child: FREE (accompanied by an adult).

For more see kerrymuseum.ie

With thanks to Kerry County Council for their support.

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Pop-Up at Mermaid Arts Centre: National Drawing Day
May
18
11:00 AM11:00

Pop-Up at Mermaid Arts Centre: National Drawing Day

Join us at Mermaid Arts Centre as we celebrate National Drawing Day, where children will make their own sketchbooks and explore the possibilities of drawing using a variety of tools. Children will be led by demonstration and will have lots of fun in the making.

Each workshop is 1 hour long. Suitable for 4-12 year olds. Pre-booking is required.

Workshop times:
11am - 12pm  
12:30pm - 1:30pm 

This event is now fully booked.

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Make at The Museum: Celebrating International Museum Day
May
18
11:00 AM11:00

Make at The Museum: Celebrating International Museum Day

Rolling workshops from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday

Join Me and The Moon at our seasonal pop-up art workshops at Kerry County Museum! This weekend we’re celebrating both International Museum Day and National Drawing Day. Combining both themes, children will make a sketchbook with us and then join the hunt to find and draw different objects in the museum’s collection on a scavenger hunt!

Rolling workshops will take place from 11am – 4pm. Suitable for primary school children of all ages. Younger children are welcome to join in with the help of a parent/guardian. Parent and child workshop (no drop-offs).

Workshops are free (included in the museum admission price). Admission prices are: Adult/Senior/Student: €5.00, Child: FREE (accompanied by an adult).

For more see kerrymuseum.ie

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Pop-Up Family Workshops at Killruddery
May
5
9:30 AM09:30

Pop-Up Family Workshops at Killruddery

Join Me and The Moon at our brand new seasonal pop-up event at Killruddery, where we’ll throw open the doors of The Stable Studio for this very special family workshop.

Newcomers and veteran Me and The Mooners are welcome. These are parent-and-child workshops, where families can have fun getting creative together before having a potter around beautiful Killruddery. Sounds like a lovely Sunday morning, yes?

This weekend we’re celebrating Spring at Killruddery and creating our very own woodland animals using clay. Family will be led by demonstration with a fully qualified art teacher.

Suitable for primary school children of all ages. Younger children are welcome to join in with the help of a parent/guardian. Parent and child workshop. Pre-booking required.

Priced at €15 per child
Accompanying parents/guardians are free

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Make at The Museum: Mermaids and Monsters
May
4
11:00 AM11:00

Make at The Museum: Mermaids and Monsters

Join Me and The Moon at our seasonal pop-up art workshops at Kerry County Museum!

This weekend we’re celebrating Brendan The Navigator with our ‘Mermaids and Monsters’ watercolours and drawing workshop.

Rolling workshops will take place from 11am – 4pm. Suitable for primary school children of all ages. Younger children are welcome to join in with the help of a parent/guardian. Parent and child workshop (no drop-offs).

Workshops are free (included in the museum admission price). Admission prices are: Adult/Senior/Student: €5.00, Child: FREE (accompanied by an adult).

For more see kerrymuseum.ie

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Make at Muckross: Easter Monday
Apr
1
10:00 AM10:00

Make at Muckross: Easter Monday

Join Me and The Moon as we get creative at our FREE monthly pop-up art event at Muckross!

Let’s celebrate the season at this Spring flowers drawing and watercolours workshop. Inspired by the national park at our studio doorstep, this workshop will give children the opportunity to explore the medium of illustration and learn new techniques. Children will be led by demonstration and will have lots of fun in the making.

Please note, one ticket per child (accompanying parents/guardians don't need tickets).

Tickets via eventbrite here

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Make at The Museum: Easter Weekend
Mar
30
to Mar 31

Make at The Museum: Easter Weekend

  • Kerry County Museum (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Rolling workshops from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday

Join Me and The Moon at our seasonal pop-up art workshops at Kerry County Museum! It’s Easter weekend and we’ve lots of fun activities lined up at the museum.

Saturday 30th (Easter Saturday)
Paint your own Easter tote bag. Design and paint your very own Easter tote bag, an essential for your egg hunt tomorrow!

Sunday 31st March (Easter Sunday)
Clay spring wildlife workshop. Looking at our native wildlife and creating a clay piece to take home.

Rolling workshops will take place from 11am – 4pm. Suitable for primary school children of all ages. Younger children are welcome to join in with the help of a parent/guardian. Parent and child workshop (no drop-offs).

Workshops are free (included in the museum admission price). Admission prices are: Adult/Senior/Student: €5.00, Child: FREE (accompanied by an adult).

For more see kerrymuseum.ie

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Make at Muckross: Farm Animals Clay Workshops
Mar
23
10:00 AM10:00

Make at Muckross: Farm Animals Clay Workshops

Join Me and The Moon as we get creative at our FREE monthly pop-up art event at Muckross!

Inspired by the farm animals at Muckross Traditional Farms, this workshop will give children the opportunity to explore the medium of clay and learn new techniques. Children will be led by demonstration and will have lots of fun in the making.

Tickets via eventbrite here

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Make at The Museum: St Make your own St. Patrick's Day decorations
Mar
16
11:00 AM11:00

Make at The Museum: St Make your own St. Patrick's Day decorations

Rolling Workshops from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Join Me and The Moon at our seasonal pop-up art workshops at Kerry County Museum! This bank holiday weekend, we’ll be making our own St Patrick’s Day decorations ahead of our town’s big parade on Sunday.

Rolling workshops will take place from 11am – 4pm. Suitable for primary school children of all ages. Younger children are welcome to join in with the help of a parent/guardian. Parent and child workshop (no drop-offs).

Workshops are free (included in the museum admission price). Admission prices are: Adult/Senior/Student: €5.00, Child: FREE (accompanied by an adult).

For more see kerrymuseum.ie

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Make at Muckross: Field of Flowers
Feb
10
10:00 AM10:00

Make at Muckross: Field of Flowers

Join Me and The Moon as we get creative at our FREE monthly pop-up art event at Muckross!

This is our first pop-up at Muckross of the year and we cannot wait to kick start a very creative 2024. Inspired by Hervé Tullet's 'Field of Flowers', this workshop will celebrate the budding Spring season and inspire children to collaborate on a large mural painting together. Children will be led by demonstration and will have lots of fun in the making.

Tickets via eventbrite here

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Make at The Museum: St Bridget's Paper Craft Workshop
Feb
3
11:00 AM11:00

Make at The Museum: St Bridget's Paper Craft Workshop

Rolling Workshops from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Join Me and The Moon at our seasonal pop-up art workshops at Kerry County Museum! This bank holiday weekend, we’ll be exploring paper craft, St Bridget’s crosses and more. What will you make?

Rolling workshops will take place from 11am – 4pm. Suitable for primary school children of all ages. Younger children are welcome to join in with the help of a parent/guardian. Parent and child workshop (no drop-offs).

Workshops are free (included in the museum admission price). Admission prices are: Adult/Senior/Student: €5.00, Child: FREE (accompanied by an adult).

For more see kerrymuseum.ie

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Pop-up a Mermaid Arts Centre: Christmas Card-Making
Dec
16
11:00 AM11:00

Pop-up a Mermaid Arts Centre: Christmas Card-Making

Christmas Card Making Workshop at Bray’s Mermaid Arts Centre At this workshop we will be playing with different techniques; Printmaking, Collage, Mixed-Media. Our workshops are inclusive and process based, encouraging children to be creative and get lost in the making.

Workshop 1: 11am – 12pm
Workshop 2: 12.30pm – 1.30pm

Admission is free but pre-booking is required.

Bookings through Mermaid’s box office on (01) 272 4030.

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