When I first started Sligo Hub, there was a dedicated section for local community groups. While the hub is no longer mine, Iโve recently noticed more and more people sharing that they feel lonely or disconnected - particularly those who are new to the area, living in rural parts of the county, or who feel... Continue Reading →
Things to Do with Kids in Sligo
This blog post offers a comprehensive guide to family-friendly activities in Sligo, including animal experiences, horseriding, playgrounds, historical sites, water sports, and indoor play centers. Families can explore local markets, engage in outdoor adventures, and enjoy various events. It encourages checking schedules and offers links for more information.
Stories That Inspire: Inside the Sligo PPN Podcast
There are some projects that you enjoyโฆ and then there are the ones that stay with you long after the work is done. The Sligo PPN Community Voices podcast is firmly in the second category. Iโve been working on this series for a while now, and I can honestly say it has been one of... Continue Reading →
Soap, Cake and a Relaxing Morning
I do love trying something new. Thereโs always that little spark of curiosity, isnโt there? Because you never really know what youโre going to enjoy (or what you might actually be good at!) until you give it a go. So I was absolutely delighted to win a place on a soap making workshop recently -... Continue Reading →
Rock of Ages is Coming to Sligo – And Itโs Set to Be Unmissable!
If youโre anything like me and love a good night out at the theatre, then you might want to take note of this one. Rock of Ages is coming to Sligo, and not just any production, itโs being brought to life by Pop-Up Theatre at the Hawkโs Well. The show runs from April 1st to... Continue Reading →
A Sweet New Chapter for Yellow Bird Bakes in Sligo
Thereโs something special about a small business that refuses to give up - and Yellow Bird Bakes is exactly that kind of story. Linda first opened her charming little bakery last year, tucked away at the back of Armstrongโs Cashsavers on High Street. It quickly became a spot for locals with a sweet tooth, known... Continue Reading →
Twelve Stops, One Night, and a Whole Lot of Memories
Last year, when I saw The Feeling announce a tour to celebrate 20 years of Twelve Stops and Home, I didnโt even hesitate. That album was the soundtrack to a very specific chapter of life - the school run years. Lucy was only ten, Jono had just started secondary school, and that CD was played... Continue Reading →