• Roger Casement & Jack White; rebellious sons of Empire 

    ***SOLD OUT*** Roger Casement, considered by some one of the greatest Irishmen to have lived, and the less well known Jack White were both 'sons of the British Empire’ who rebelled against that inheritance embracing radical political thought and Irish Nationalism. Both were County Antrim men who would have been very at home in Cushendun. […]

    £5 – £12
  • Thin Place; exhibition with Bob Speers

    The term “thin place” refers to a location where the veil between the physical and the transcendental appears permeable or “thin”, a mystical space where the boundary between our tangible world and the unseen world seem to touch.  Peatlands (bogs) are considered to have this special characteristic where there is a connection between the material […]

  • Sounds of the Blue Book

    In 1910, Irish humanitarian Roger Casement journeyed to the Amazon rainforest of Peru to investigate horrific atrocities committed against Indigenous communities by the rubber industry. His report - now known as The Blue Book - became a pivotal document in the history of human rights. Over a century later, Peruvian-Irish composer and guitarist Rodrigo Almonte […]

    £15
  • Tuesday Get Together

    Our regular Tuesday Get Together provides refreshments and activities for over 60's on the second Tuesday of the month. 12.30 - 1.30 pm Complimentary Lunch 1.30 - 2.30 pm Shared activities

  • Quiz Night Fundraiser

    Join us for a fun night of quizzing to raise funds for our Children's Book Festival on 1 & 2 November. Tickets £5 per person, pay on the door BYOB      

    £5
  • Revue, supported by the Hanging Bandits

    Revue, indie folk favourites from Belfast are no strangers to the Old Church Centre and are delighted to return on 24 October for another wonderful night of music, storytelling and connection. Revue's powerful melodies, harmony and dynamic arrangements carry through different musical genres, original songs and covers. This time, along with some new (and old) songs […]

    £15
  • Lore of the Land: An evening of storytelling

    As part of the Glens Storytelling Festival the Armstrong Storytelling Trust presents a fine evening of stories with featured storytellers Paddy O'Brien, Kate Corkery and Dougie MacKay. The Armstrong Storytelling Trust is a registered charity set up to promote the art of storytelling, develop new storytellers and preserve and enhance access to stories by taking stories […]

  • Pop Up Tea Room October

    Join us for our regular Pop Up Tea Room. Enjoy a selection of delicious home-baked treats served in the cosy surroundings of the Old Church Centre. Always delicious, delightful, staff so welcoming.    

  • Children’s Book Festival Saturday

    Weekend festival for children of primary school age Kick off your shoes and read to your heart’s content in the Book Nook, get creative and Make a Bookmark, spend some time at our Mini Book Shop, visit our Tuck Shop for sweets and drinks, play detective on our Red Squirrel Adventure Trail, and don’t be surprised […]

    £5
  • Children’s Book Festival Sunday

    Weekend festival for children of primary school age Kick off your shoes and read to your heart’s content in the Book Nook, get creative and Make a Bookmark, spend some time at our Mini Book Shop, visit our Tuck Shop for sweets and drinks, play detective on our Red Squirrel Adventure Trail, and don’t be surprised […]

    £5
  • Tuesday Get Together

    Our Tuesday Get Together provides complimentary refreshments and activities for over 60’s on the second Tuesday of the month Looking forward to your company on Tuesday 11th November Enjoy lunch from 12.30pm and film screening from 1.30pm For more information, please call: 028 2176 1522

  • Recurring

    Robert Emmets: 120 years in Cushendun

    Display of historical photographs as part of the 120 year anniversary of Robert Emmets GAC Cushendun. Another chance to see this collection of photos, first exhibited in September for Culture Month.

    Free
  • Pop Up Tea Room November

    Join us for our regular Pop Up Tea Room. Enjoy a selection of delicious home-baked treats served in the cosy surroundings of the Old Church Centre. Always delicious, delightful, staff so welcoming.     

  • Christmas Craft Fair

    Shop local and stock up on handmade gifts from local artisans. Stalls include include knitting & crochet; woodworking; book binding; skincare; plants; Christmas decorations and gifts. There also will be a Bring and Buy Bric-a-Brac stall raising funds for our ongoing work.

  • Recurring

    Whist Drive

    First Tuesday of the month £5 per head, including light supper Pay on the door NEW PLAYERS WELCOME Parking at Glenmona main carpark Blue Badge parking at the Old Church Centre Enquiries call 028 2175 1522 or email info@theoldchurchcentre.com

    £5
  • Nollaig Yule Winter

    An evening of culture, music and conversation with Dr Niall Comer, poet Anne McMaster and live music and song from Glens Comhaltas. An evening of culture, music, language and poetry. Dr Niall Comer explores seasonal traditions. Live music and song with Glens Comhaltas. Ulster Scots poetry by Anne McMaster. Free, but booking essential  

    Free
  • Mrs Claus Tells Great Big Stories!

    JAK-IN-THE-BOX POP-UP THEATRE presents an interactive Christmas treat for children (and grown-ups) of all ages written and directed by Julie Kinsella Mrs Claus is settling down with a nice cup of tea and a Jammie Dodger to read her favourite Panto Stories. Join her in Santa’s Cottage as she shares the tales of Red Riding Hood […]

    £5
  • Recurring

    Reading Circle

    The Reading Circle re-convenes on 1 October. There will be two ten-week blocks, with the dates up to Christmas as follows: October 1, 8, 15, 22; November 5, 12, 19, 26; December 3 and 10.  Please note the break for Hallowe'en on 29th October.   Lots of literary goodies are in store, including short stories by Virginia Woolf […]

  • Murder on the Menu

    Mince Pies, Mistletoe and Murder on the Menu. Santa and Mrs Claus invite you die...that is dine with them. Festive food, Christmas craic and who's for cocktails? Poison Ivy anyone...or a cheeky little Bloody Mary? Tickets £20 per person, including a light supper. BYO