Starting Monday, 20 January, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is excited to announce Wellness Week, a series of free public events designed to enhance your physical, mental, and financial well-being.
Hosted in three vibrant pop-up shop locations across the borough, these events are funded by the Department of Communities and will feature expert advice from well-known organisations.
Event Details:
- Chest Heart and Stroke Association will provide free blood pressure and atrial fibrillation checks, offering attendees a personal health report.
- AWARE NI will host talks titled "Mood Matters" aimed at improving mental health, providing strategies for emotional well-being.
- Consumer Council sessions will focus on practical advice for managing daily expenses, including energy costs, smart food shopping, recognising scams, and understanding parking fines.
- Image Confident Colour Analysis will help participants discover which colors suit them best for personal style enhancement.
- Lynzi Claire, a makeup artist from Larne, will share insights on skincare and makeup application to boost confidence and self-care.
Venue and Schedule:
- Ballymena Pop-Up Shop
Wellington Street (formerly Shoe Zone):
• Mon 20: Chest Heart & Stroke Association, 10am - 4pm
• Tue 21: AWARE NI Mood Matters talk, 12pm for 1 hour
• Wed 22: Consumer Council Power to Pocket, 12pm for 2 hours
• Fri 24: Colour Analysis/Skin Care Advice, 10am - 4pm
- Carrick Pop-Up Shop
Joymount:
• Mon 20: Colour Analysis/Skin Care Advice, 10am - 4pm
• Tue 21: Consumer Council Power to Pocket, 12pm for 2 hours
• Wed 22: Chest Heart & Stroke Association, 10am - 4pm
• Thur 23: AWARE NI Mood Matters talk, 12pm for 1 hour
- Larne Pop-Up Shop
3 Main Street
• Mon 20: Consumer Council Power to Pocket, 12pm for 2 hours
• Tue 21: Chest Heart & Stroke Association, 10am - 4pm
• Wed 22: AWARE NI Mood Matters talk, 12pm for 1 hour
• Thur 23: Colour Analysis/Skin Care Advice, 10am - 4pm
No booking is necessary; simply drop in at your convenience.
Whether you're looking to take control of your health, manage your finances better, or enhance your personal style, Wellness Week has something for everyone.
Join in for a week of community, learning, and well-being in Mid and East Antrim.