Imagine yourself in another world, a place filled with myths and legends, mists rolling over mountains, the sun obscured by moving clouds. This place is The Gleniff Horseshoe, Ballintrillick, in the Dartry Mountains, Sligo - and it's spectacular, whatever the weather. I can't describe the feeling I get driving into the valley, towards the imposing... Continue Reading →
This would normally be a Sunday thoughts post but in light of almost all of the restrictions being lifted in Ireland from 6am this morning it's a post for today. Before anyone takes the opportunity to have a dig at me, these are my thoughts. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, you may not... Continue Reading →
Sligo based poet Maeve McKenna brings to life new chapbook, A Dedication To Drowning. On February 18th 2022 Maeve McKenna will be joined by Anne Tannam, who will introduce Maeve's work. The event will take place online and Maeve will perform poems from the collection and take any answers from the audience. Attendees will be... Continue Reading →
https://videopress.com/v/seX4Mn9W?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata Connecting Artists are looking for 10 Visual Artists with an intellectual disability for a National Art Exhibition at The Royal College of Surgeons. With thanks to Bank of Ireland’s Begin Together Fund, and Business to Arts, Connections Arts Centre is offering a safe and supported environment for 10 Artists to take the first steps... Continue Reading →
I love highlighting great initiatives on the blog and the Sligo Food and Furniture Bank is an excellent idea. This is a community group assisted by amazing volunteers and kindness from the public to ensure the most vulnerable in our society get valued supports. The Sligo Food and Furniture Bank is located at 1 Gaol... Continue Reading →
I love hearing positive news and this is a story that I have been following on Social Media for quite some time. If there's one thing I've noticed, especially at the moment, there is a real need for communities, it feels like this is being lost in some areas. This is a fantastic story of... Continue Reading →
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