Experience ancient wisdom through modern tech in the world’s first audio-visual interactive art, breath and Gaeilge exhibition! In this, her first solo exhibition Derval Dunford offers what Irish author Manchán Mangan calls ‘a sudden spailp (spark/ surprise kiss) of insight.’ This is an opportunity to learn how to use your daily quota of 25,000 breaths... Continue Reading →
The Free Walking Tour of Sligo Town is back
It's wonderful to see the walking tour of Sligo town back again. It's a fantastic way to find out more about Sligo, even if you've live in the town. It runs every morning at 11am starting at the Tourist Office in O’Connell Street, Sligo. You can join the tour when you wish and leave when... Continue Reading →
A Minute of Mayo Magic
I could tell you all about my visit to Mayo and the brand new immersive experience at The Ceide Fields, but I've written about if for work, so you can read the blog post there. In the meantime enjoy this short video of magical Mayo. https://videopress.com/v/hJnr263y?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&autoPlay=true&loop=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true
Pressing the Pause Button
I've usually been lucky with social media, most of my followers are really lovely people, but recently the Blog Facebook has taken a nasty turn, with some horrible comments and messages. I've had a think about it and decided to step away from the Facebook page for the time being. I've had people tell me... Continue Reading →
Sligo Woodland School
When I visited Sligo Children's Community Garden I was delighted to meet Trisha, one of the founding members of the garden and also the owner of Sligo Woodland School. I've followed the school on Facebook for a number of years, and I just love what Trisha is doing. Sligo Woodland School will nurture children's creative... Continue Reading →
Ballymote Castle is Open
There's great news for those of you in Sligo, as Ballymote Castle is now open to the public. It's open every day from 10am - 5pm and admission is free. Well done to Ballymote Area Development Group workers, community groups and the OPW for getting the castle back open. There's a great heritage trail in... Continue Reading →