Space Invaders returns to Farmleigh this May with a creative and playful programme for children aged 0-5years and their adults. Fingal Arts Office recognises the importance of supporting the artistic learning, development and wellbeing of children, their carers and educators. Space Invaders upholds the principles of the Creative Ireland Programme and supports the development of a creative society for all.  Working in partnership with Cliodhna Noonan of Acting Up Arts and Jackie Maguire of Colourstrings Music with Jackie we have devised an artistic programme that celebrates and supports these important first years in life.

Peter O’ Neill is the author of The Dublin Trilogy and The Elm Tree. He is currently the resident writer in the Loughshinny Boathouse for the spring period, thanks to the support of Fingal Arts Office. He is researching into the existence of an ancient Roman trading post, which existed in the environs there. He is also preparing for Donkey Shots 2 – Skerries Second International Avant Garde Poetry Fest which will take place from the 18th of May to the 21st. He plans to launch two new collections at the festival, Divertimento, The Muse is a Dominatrix ( mgv2>publishing, France ) and Sker ( Lapwing, Belfast ).