I love Culture Night, it's one of my favourite nights of the year. For those who don't know about it Arts and Cultural organisations open their doors to the until late and host a range of events. It's all family friendly and it's all free. As always I'm torn about what to go and see. I... Continue Reading →
Free things to see and do during the Summer in Sligo
I've seen a few people looking for free things to do in Sligo so I've decided to do a post with a few suggestions. I’m writing this for visitors who might arrive into Sligo town without their own transport so everything is based in the town. The Sligo Walking Tour takes place throughout the summer. It's... Continue Reading →
Culture Night Sligo returns Friday September 18th
It’s that time of the year again - enjoy a late night of free cultural events and happenings on Friday September 18th as Ireland celebrates Culture Night 2015 - the nationwide event when arts and cultural organisations open their doors late in to the evening. Culture Night is a hugely important event on the cultural... Continue Reading →
Bridge Street Micro Arts Festival
Sligo is the place to be this weekend when Furey's Pub and Chapters cafe are hosting the Bridge Street 'Micro arts festival'. On Friday 7th Glenn Cal will play at Furey's pub 8pm. On Saturday 8th Merlin Cummins is on at 1pm and the Corner boys at 2pm at Chapters.
Fun with drums
Last night was brilliant. The Samboeire SambaBand had a free drumming lesson in Sligo so Lucy and I went along for the craic. We really enjoyed it. The people were very friendly and we had some laughs especially when one of the fellas introduced himself as Mary. I can only think of him as Mary... Continue Reading →
Sligo Science Fair 2011
Science Week begins tomorrow all over Ireland. For Sligo the events begin in Sligo IT. It's a brilliant day for the whole family. There are loads of different events including chemistry shows, circus skills and even a mobile planetarium. It's fun and it's free! There will also be displays from the Sligo Model Flying Club,... Continue Reading →