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The Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs Heather Humphreys TD is today (Monday) taking part in Cruinniú na Cásca, a new national day of creativity, which is being held in Dublin City Centre and across the country.

With thousands of free, fun, family events taking place in four zones in Dublin city, as well as in every county, this new initiative is an opportunity for everyone, of all ages, to participate and enjoy a specially curated programme of live music and dance, theatre, art and coding workshops, talks, tastings readings and special film screenings.

Speaking about Cruinniú na Cásca Minister Humphreys said:
“I am delighted that we have got this new national day of creativity up and running with a bang. Cruinniú na Cásca is one of the signature events of the Creative Ireland Programme and it is wonderful to see so many events being staged nationwide in its first year. Creative Ireland is all about putting culture and creativity at the heart of communities nationwide and Cruinniú na Cásca will do just that this Easter Monday.

“I would encourage everyone, of all ages, to come together and participate in some of the fantastic events, talks and workshops that are taking place all over the country today. I would also like to pay tribute to RTE who have curated a terrific programme in Dublin and to all the 31 Local Authorities who have put together a really impressive range of events for all ages and interests.

“Up to 50 events are taking place outside Dublin this year, and it is my hope that we can build on this and stage even more events nationwide in 2018. Engaging in the arts and culture is good for our wellbeing and through Cruinniú na Cásca and the Creative Ireland Programme we are aiming to increase participation in the arts among young and old, for the betterment of our society.”

Full details of the Cruinniú na Cásca programme, including events taking place in the four zones in Dublin as well as those taking place nationwide can be found at www.rte/cruinniu.