If you are a fan of Irish traditional music there is a great show online tonight at 8pm GMT from Ireland West Trad. There will be some fantastic musicians playing and the webcast will also be showcasing Leitrim. So relax in the comfort of your own home and enjoy the sights and sounds of Ireland.
The Mersey Beatles
On Tuesday we went to the Hawkswell Theatre in Sligo to see The Mersey Beatles. They were amazing. I can't praise them highly enough. They played for over 2 and a half hours and belted out so many hits from The Beatles. We were singing along to them all. John really did look like John.... Continue Reading →
Culture Night, Sligo 2012
Friday was Culture Night in Sligo (and indeed all over most of the country). It's a great idea and consists of free cultural events for all the family to enjoy. On Friday morning I had a look around The Model at their various exhibitions. It's always lovely to take a bit of time and relax... Continue Reading →
Going Gaga
Last week I entered a competition on Facebook from McHugh's Bar and Restaurant, Sligo for tickets to Lady Gaga's 'Born this way ball' in Dublin. I found out on Friday that I won the tickets! I was so delighted. Lucy is a massive fan and we went to the Monster Ball in 2010 but couldn't... Continue Reading →
Jeff Wayne’s The War of the Worlds – The New Generation
It was announced at a press conference in London on Friday that there will be a 'new generation' of Jeff Wayne's wonderful musical version of The War of the Worlds. Liam Neeson will take over Richard Burtons role as George Herbert the journalist. There will be a new double album released in June 2012. The... Continue Reading →
Jedward live in Castlebar!
I was delighted when my friend Heidi contacted me during the week to ask if we wanted two tickets to see Jedward in Castlebar. She didn't have to ask me twice! I love Jedward, we have met them in Dublin and they were so nice. They had time to chat and are really friendly, lovely... Continue Reading →
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