05/07/2011 -

Fun For All at Sligo Play Day

Doorly Park was the venue for Sligo’s celebration of National Play Day on Sunday 3rd July.

National Play Day is promoted by the National Play and Recreation Resource Centre (NPRRC), the key aim of which is to promote traditional games and activities and give all children an opportunity to take part www.nprrc.ie.  

A variety of activities organised by Sligo County Council, Sligo Borough Council, Sligo County Childcare Committee and Sligo Sport and Recreation Partnership were available for children up to 12 years.

    

New activities this year of gardening, tag Gaelic and golf proved popular with everyone.

Many took part in the other sports activities of tag rugby, soccer and basketball. Coaches were also on hand to guide adults in the use of the Outdoor Gym equipment.

For the little ones activities such as arts and crafts and messy play were provided. Face painters were busy doing creative work on children and adults alike.  

The final event of the day saw children of all ages participating in the many races from egg and spoon races to sack races.

Mayor of Sligo, Councillor Rosaleen O’Grady, acknowledged the work of local agencies in organising the participation of Sligo in this national event and welcomed the opportunity given to the children to participate in the many and varied activities available on the day. 

  
- Mayor of Sligo Councillor  Rosaleen O'Grady pictured with organisers of Sligo's Play Day