Schools, sports clubs, community and church groups, as well as family and friends are invited to aim with their litter pickers and don their hi-vis jackets for the annual Big Spring Clean campaign which runs to April 30. Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council is once again offering support to the hugely successful initiative which is run by Live Here Love Here and is encouraging more local groups and individuals to sign up and help tackle the rubbish which blights our roadsides, parks and green spaces. The council will provide litter pickers, gloves, bags and hi-vis vests. Waste collected on the day can be disposed of in household bins or clean-up organisers can arrange collection of the waste in advance of the event by calling their local council depot. If you would like to become involved with a clean-up, please contact Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council on 0300 0300 900 or email ehealth@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk for further information.Schools, sports clubs, community and church groups, as well as family and friends are invited to aim with their litter pickers and don their hi-vis jackets for the annual Big Spring Clean campaign which runs to April 30. Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council is once again offering support to the hugely successful initiative which is run by Live Here Love Here and is encouraging more local groups and individuals to sign up and help tackle the rubbish which blights our roadsides, parks and green spaces. The council will provide litter pickers, gloves, bags and hi-vis vests. Waste collected on the day can be disposed of in household bins or clean-up organisers can arrange collection of the waste in advance of the event by calling their local council depot. If you would like to become involved with a clean-up, please contact Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council on 0300 0300 900 or email ehealth@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk for further information.
Schools, sports clubs, community and church groups, as well as family and friends are invited to aim with their litter pickers and don their hi-vis jackets for the annual Big Spring Clean campaign which runs to April 30. Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council is once again offering support to the hugely successful initiative which is run by Live Here Love Here and is encouraging more local groups and individuals to sign up and help tackle the rubbish which blights our roadsides, parks and green spaces. The council will provide litter pickers, gloves, bags and hi-vis vests. Waste collected on the day can be disposed of in household bins or clean-up organisers can arrange collection of the waste in advance of the event by calling their local council depot. If you would like to become involved with a clean-up, please contact Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council on 0300 0300 900 or email [email protected] for further information.

9 things to do in the Portadown, Lurgan and Craigavon areas in March

By Valerie Martin
Published 1st Mar 2024, 07:00 BST
Whether you want to enjoy a memorable night out, learn a new skill, take part in a sporting challenge, help others or just get out and about, there’s a host of great events lined up for the days and weeks ahead in the Portadown, Lurgan and Craigavon areas.

Here are some dates you might want to put in your calendar.

Southern Area Hospice fundraising officer, Alison Donaghy, is pictured launching the ‘Big Bucket Collection’ which will take place in Portadown on Friday, March 8. The Hospice is seeking volunteers to make the collection a ‘big’ success, with funds raised enabling the Hospice to continue providing specialist palliative care and support to people living in the Southern Trust area. A further collection will take place across the Southern Trust area on Friday, March 22 with an aim to raise £40,000 in just one day for Hospice services. £40,000 could fund two weeks of 24-hour inpatient nursing care for up to 14 patients. Could you and your family, friends or work colleagues volunteer in Portadown town centre or in one of the Portadown stores? If you would like to take part, Southern Area Hospice would love to hear from you. To give a helping hand, please contact Rosie on 028 3026 7711 or email vs@southernareahospiceservices.org.

5. Portadown Big Bucket Collection - Friday, March 8

Southern Area Hospice fundraising officer, Alison Donaghy, is pictured launching the ‘Big Bucket Collection’ which will take place in Portadown on Friday, March 8. The Hospice is seeking volunteers to make the collection a ‘big’ success, with funds raised enabling the Hospice to continue providing specialist palliative care and support to people living in the Southern Trust area. A further collection will take place across the Southern Trust area on Friday, March 22 with an aim to raise £40,000 in just one day for Hospice services. £40,000 could fund two weeks of 24-hour inpatient nursing care for up to 14 patients. Could you and your family, friends or work colleagues volunteer in Portadown town centre or in one of the Portadown stores? If you would like to take part, Southern Area Hospice would love to hear from you. To give a helping hand, please contact Rosie on 028 3026 7711 or email [email protected]. Photo: Southern Area Hospice

Prepare to be captivated by the People of Portadown teens graffiti exhibition, taking place on Saturday, March 9, at 2pm at Millennium Court. This extraordinary event is part of Millennium Court's 30th anniversary celebrations and aims to showcase the exceptional artistic talent within the town. This awe-inspiring graffiti art is created by 13 talented young individuals from Portadown, under the guidance of renowned local graffiti artist Dean Keane (aka Visual Waste). These larger-than-life graffiti pieces, adorning the walls of Millennium Court, beautifully capture the essence of the vibrant community. This event is a celebration of the town';s history, culture, and the people who call Portadown home.

6. Graffiti art exhibition - Saturday, March 9

Prepare to be captivated by the People of Portadown teens graffiti exhibition, taking place on Saturday, March 9, at 2pm at Millennium Court. This extraordinary event is part of Millennium Court's 30th anniversary celebrations and aims to showcase the exceptional artistic talent within the town. This awe-inspiring graffiti art is created by 13 talented young individuals from Portadown, under the guidance of renowned local graffiti artist Dean Keane (aka Visual Waste). These larger-than-life graffiti pieces, adorning the walls of Millennium Court, beautifully capture the essence of the vibrant community. This event is a celebration of the town';s history, culture, and the people who call Portadown home. Photo: Millennium Court

The 2024 Portadown Drama Festival is offering an exciting and varied programme of nine plays, with drama groups travelling from all over Ireland to perform for the local audience. It's the ideal way to sit back and enjoy some fine performances while each of the groups aim to impress the adjudicator. Curtain goes up each night of the festival at 8pm, except on the final night when the performance will start at 7.30pm. Tickets can be bought at the box office each night. Season tickets will be on sale the first few evenings.

7. Portadown Drama Festival - Wednesday, March 13 to Friday, March 22

The 2024 Portadown Drama Festival is offering an exciting and varied programme of nine plays, with drama groups travelling from all over Ireland to perform for the local audience. It's the ideal way to sit back and enjoy some fine performances while each of the groups aim to impress the adjudicator. Curtain goes up each night of the festival at 8pm, except on the final night when the performance will start at 7.30pm. Tickets can be bought at the box office each night. Season tickets will be on sale the first few evenings. Photo: unsplash

The Portadown branch of the Royal British Legion is hosting the 2024 St Patrick's Day parade and celebrations on Saturday, March 16. The parade will form up outside the RBL building in Thomas Street at 1.30pm for the presentation of shamrock and addresses by VIP guests before setting off at 2pm for a parade around the town. Refreshments and entertainment will be provided afterwards in the RBL.

8. Portadown RBL St Patrick's Day parade - Saturday, March 16

The Portadown branch of the Royal British Legion is hosting the 2024 St Patrick's Day parade and celebrations on Saturday, March 16. The parade will form up outside the RBL building in Thomas Street at 1.30pm for the presentation of shamrock and addresses by VIP guests before setting off at 2pm for a parade around the town. Refreshments and entertainment will be provided afterwards in the RBL. Photo: Tony Hendron

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