I've often seen photos on Social Media naming The Hawk's Rock as The Hungry Rock, so hopefully this post might clear things up. They are both located near the Glen Wood and the village that I've written about here. The road is very narrow and steep, and has a number of bends, so when you... Continue Reading →
Sligo's newest shop opened today and it's in The Mill Centre, Coolaney, Co. Sligo. You'll find the spacious store between The Mill Pharmacy and Bella and Brava. The shop sells a wide variety of items including garden products, pet equipment, and a wide range of frozen foods, as well as fruit and vegetables, baked goods,... Continue Reading →
Yesterday was an exciting day in Coolaney village when the judges for the IPB Pride of Place Awards came to visit. Coolaney was one of two Sligo places nominated and it was a real community effort. There was the butcher, the bakers and the candlestick makers...OK maybe not the latter but certainly the rest. I've... Continue Reading →
Saturday, although it was a day of rushing and racing, was a really lovely day. Firstly I went to a drawing lesson. Kiera O'Toole, who is a very talented artist, invited me along to try my hand at drawing. To be honest I can just about draw the curtains so I was dubious. Kiera is... Continue Reading →
Back in April I wrote about the village I live in, Coolaney, and how they opened a pop-up cafe in the local community centre. It has been run by the community, for the community. Everyone who works in the cafe is a volunteer, it's been a great learning curve and so much fun. Cafe Fia has... Continue Reading →
Hello October! I like this month, misty mornings, dewy cobwebs and some much-needed sunshine....well so far anyway. I was enjoying a lovely walk with the boys (dogs) this morning when we crossed over one of the wooden bridges down by the River Walk in Coolaney and I went flying! Wet leaves on a wooden bridge... Continue Reading →
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