Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Cllr Grace Uí Niallais, enjoyed frights and delights as she met the creative community groups bringing Halloween magic to life in Park.
As part of the Tales & Turnips programme, members of Learmount Community Development Group, Park Arts & Crafts, The Crochet Club and Men’s Shed have worked with local artist Sheila Byrne to transform Learmount Forest Park with traditional Halloween arts and crafts for all to enjoy
Learmount Spooky Scarecrow Halloween Trail continues this week. Visitors can collect a map and an entry form at the community centre and the evening illuminated trail at the Fairy Garden runs from 4 - 7.30 pm: Wed, Thurs and Friday only. Be sure to dress for the weather and bring your torch.
Supported by Arts Council Ni’s Rural Engagement Arts Programme delivered by DCSDC in partnership with communities and artists.

5. Leah Loughrey & Ronan McLaughlin.
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6. Bernie McLaughlin and Marie Simpson
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7. Conor & Ronan McLaughlin.
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8. The Mayor of Derry and Strabane Councillor Grace Uí Niallais with her sons.
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