{"id":40454,"date":"2026-03-19T03:02:20","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T03:02:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.creativeireland.gov.ie\/event\/acorns-to-oaks\/"},"modified":"2026-03-19T03:02:20","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T03:02:20","slug":"acorns-to-oaks","status":"publish","type":"event","link":"https:\/\/www.creativeireland.gov.ie\/en\/event\/acorns-to-oaks\/","title":{"rendered":"Acorns to Oaks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Fostering Creativity, Connection, and Well-being through the Arts<\/p>\n<p>Join us for our ongoing weekly workshops, where participants of all ages and backgrounds can explore textile crafts, visual art, and literary creativity in a relaxed and supportive environment. No previous experience is required everyone is welcome.<\/p>\n<p>These workshops celebrate creativity as a pathway to connection, confidence, and personal well\u2011being, offering a space to learn new skills, meet others, and enjoy the simple joy of making.<\/p>\n<p>Upcoming Pop-Up Exhibitions \u2013 Acorns to Oaks<\/p>\n<p><strong>Discover the work created through the programme at our upcoming exhibitions:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Acorns to Oaks Pop-Up Exhibition, The Learning Centre, Butler Gallery, Thursday, April 2nd, 1pm \u2013 Sunday, April 5th, 4pm<\/p>\n<p>Acorns to Oaks Pop-Up Exhibition \u2013 Kilkenny Arts Festival Venue, St Canice\u2019s Neighbourhood Hall, The Butts Green, Kilkenny.&nbsp;6-16th of August.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>More details will follow as dates are finalised. 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