Local Scene
Extra film making course added to summer programme
Due to popular demand, Action School of Film have added an extra filmmaking course to their Summer schedule in Carrick-on-Shannon.
Calling all young ambitious writers
Do you write stories or poetry? Then Carrick-on-Shannon’s Children’s Literature Festival is looking for you!
Leitrim teenagers get the ‘Hype’
Leitrim Foróige members were among the thousands of Irish teenagers who enjoyed a music festival in Longford town recently.
Record breaking birthday events
It was a record breaking ten days of success for Carrick Carnival 400, with every day hosting unique and different events for all ages.
Marking a heroine’s 200th birthday
This Saturday, June 15, Carrigallen celebrates the 200th birthday of Margaret of New Orleans.
The Man in the Woman’s Shoes arrives in Boyle
The Man in the Woman’s Shoes arrives to King House, Boyle on Saturday, June 15.
Second Annual Yeats Day to set hearts abeat
This year Sligo will celebrate the works of WB Yeats and his brother Jack with a day of fun events.
Ents in Brief
Glens Rock School: The Annual Glens Rock School and Song-writing Week takes place in the Glens Centre, Manorhamilton from Monday, June 17 - Friday, June 21. The Rock School is suitable for all 10-18 years from drummers to electric guitarists to banjo players! The students will break into several bands and will learn songs, write their own songs and play together. On June 21, The Glens will host a Rock School gig on Friday, June 21. The fee is €60, bookings on 071 9855833.
Things to do this week
Wednesday 12th: The Fair Play Awards for Leitrim Primary School GAA players and the most colourful supporters in the Bush Hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon.
Carrick Carnival rocked in the sunshine
For ten days the county town rocked in the sunshine as revellers celebrated Carrick’s 400th birthday in a carnival atmosphere.
Naas history book launch
NAAS historian Michael Mulvey has written a new book entitled “From Castle Keep to Council Chamber”, which tells the fascinating story of Naas Town Hall over the past 150 years. The Town Hall has been at the centre of community life in Naas whether as a home for the Working Men’s club or hosting the splendour of the hunt ball. Mr. Mulvey has managed to capture all this and much more in a nostalgic trip down memory lane. The book is a significant addition to the library of Naas local history.
Water Music Late Night Festival Club
The Water Music Festival is delighted to welcome back the Late Night Festival Club, taking place in The Dock after the main marquee events on Friday 28th & Saturday 29th June, with doors at 10pm til late.
Music, song and dance at the annual John McKenna Festival
The 18th annual John McKenna Festival takes place in Drumkeerin this week June 6-9th.
Synchronicity - mother and daughter to exhibit works at the Solas Gallery
It is always nice to get a different perspective on artists and their work. The new Exhibition at the Solas Gallery in Ballinamore, “Synchronicity – 2 Generations”, does that.
Dervish launch album in The Glens
Local trad super-group Dervish play a concert in The Glens Centre, Manorhamilton, this Friday, June 7 to launch their first studio album in five years “The Thrush in The Storm”.
Crowds flock to create memorable Carrick Carnival
Fireworks, a world record rock-the-boat and any amount of street entertainment resulted in a weekend that was deemed to be a tremendous success. President of Carrick Chamber, Gerry Faughnan said, “We have been very pleased with the feedback. One business man said he hadn’t seen as many people in the town in 25 years.”
You’ll fall in love with award-winning production in The Dock
Fresh from its international tour of Australia and New Zealand, The Dock is delighted to host a performance of the award winning I ♥ Alice on Tuesday, 11th June.
Connacht Fleadh souvenir booklet
The Connacht Fleadh Souvenir Booklet Launch takes place tonight, Wednesday 5th June in Drumsna Resource Centre at 8pm.
Theatre of Conflict: Clowning, Creativity & Peace Building
Smashing Times Theatre Compan presents Theatre of Conflict: Clowning, Creativity and Peace building, a two day Theatre Symposium and Performances in The Dock Arts Centre this friday and Saturday, June 7 & 8.
Hurley goes for Surfing with Seas Sessions
Sea Sessions Surf and Music festival on the 21st – 23rd June in Bundoran, Co Donegal introduces the Barefoot Expression Sessions for another year in association with Hurley the Huntington Beach-based surf and youth culture, the popular and world-renowned surfing brand.
O’Rourke opens Stalemate at the Backstage
Seamus O’Rourke has been causing a stir across the theatre world of late with hits like Victor’s Dung, Ride On, The Sand Park and For Club and County under his belt. He’s now back with yet another sure fire hit on his hands and the good news is he is treading the boards himself in his brand new comedy “Stalemate” opening at Backstage Theatre this month.
A massive welcome back to Phil the Fluter!
In celebration of Carrick-on-Shannon 400, the County Town is hosting a ten-day summer festival (Friday 31st May – Sunday 9th June). The Carrick Carnival is jam-packed with events including the Carnival Opening Parade, the Bar-Man’s and Wife Carrying Races, Kid’s Fun Days, ‘Rock the Boat’ World Record attempt, Taste of Carrick Food & Beverage Expo and the revival of the much loved Phil the Fluter’s Fancy Dress Ball at The Landmark, to name but a few.
Sean set for third album launch
Fermanagh country singer, Sean Corrigan, will class 2013 as a special year in his career, as he celebrates 10 years in the music business.
RTE series to explore River Shannon‘s wildlife
The first part of a major new RTÉ television series, ‘The Secret Life of the Shannon’ presented by Colin Stafford Johnson exploring the wildlife of Ireland’s great river will air on RTÉ One next Sunday 26 May on RTÉ One at 6.30pm. This natural history two-part documentary series brings viewers on a truly spectacular journey along the River Shannon, revealing the secret lives of its wild inhabitants.
Music Trio in Strokestown Park House
Music Network presents trio Mick O’Brien (uilleann pipes), Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh (fiddles) and sean nós singer Nell Ní Chróinín at Strokestown Park House, Co. Roscommon next Wednesday, May 22 at 8pm.
Gary White Deer event
The Glens Centre, Manorhamilton will host a book launch and exhbition of Gary White Deer Author and Artist on Wednesday, May 22.
Words & Music at Carrick Water Music Festival
One of the highlights of the Carrick-on-Shannon cultural & social calender, the Carrick Water Music Festival, now in its ninth year, is sure to be one of the greatest events this summer.
Dromahair man develops app
Dromahair native Daniel Connolly has teamed up with the Rosses Point Shanty Festival to offer a new service for those seeking to learn more about the festival as he has developed a smart phone app that will bring the festival into new, unchartered waters.
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Tuesday 18 June 2013
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