Balbriggan will welcome the Love Learning festival to the town where different groups and services can provide learning opportunities to the community.
The festival hopes to showcase opportunities to boost employability, upskill businesses and improving digital skills in the community to create positive benefits for everyone.
Mayor of Fingal Cllr Howard Mahony said: “Lifelong learning is for everyone and I wish all participants and the organisers every success with this very worthwhile project."
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John Quinlivan, Director of Economic, Enterprise, Tourism and Cultural Development at Fingal County Council said that the range of opportunities available to meet the learning needs of a growing community in Balbriggan has expanded.
He said: “Fingal County Council is proud to be involved in celebrating a love of learning by showcasing opportunities which exist in Balbriggan."
Organisers of the festival have said that learning is different for everyone and there are workshops and talks on for creatives, aspiring entrepreneurs or those who just want to upgrade their digital skills.
Fiona Kavanagh of Adult Education Services Balbriggan and Swords, which offers a range of full-time and part-time learning opportunities, said the week-long event provides a great opportunity for people to get involved and expand their experience and knowledge.
She said: “The Our Balbriggan Loves Learning Festival, 2023 lauds education by highlighting what is available in the area."
The festival is one of the actions as part of the Balbriggan Rejuvenation Programme and has been organised in response to local demand for stronger adult learning and upskilling supports.
The festival offers both in-person and online events so the weeks festival will be accessible for all.
For a full list of events planned you can check out their website.
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