The Marine Institute is holding a Summer Fête – Family Fun Pirate Day at its headquarters in Rinville, Oranmore, on Sunday July 11 from 1pm to 5.30pm in aid of Galway Lifeboat.
The fun day offers a great opportunity to meet friends, enjoy a range of cakes, tasty treats and a sausage sizzle, courtesy of the Harbour Hotel, Kylemore Abbey, and Compass Catering. The public will also have the opportunity to enjoy live music while looking out over Galway Bay.
There will be many items to browse through including books, art, and crafts, as well as a range of activities for all the family including face painting, cartoon drawing classes, magic shows, bouncy castles, marine displays, and fun activities and games.
“Since many of our staff go to sea on research surveys we appreciate the work done by the Galway Lifeboat and are anxious to help in any way we can,” said Marine Institute CEO Dr Peter Heffernan.
“The event promises to be a fun-packed day for adults and children alike, particularly those who are interested in learning more about the work of the Marine Institute and the marine community in Galway”.
For those interested in viewing the architecture of the Institute’s award winning building, tours will be available throughout the afternoon.
Admission is free and all proceeds from the day will go to Galway Lifeboats. Further information is available on www.marine.ie
