It's the most wonderful time of year again, when we come together to ignite the spark of inspiration and share the joy of giving. At SG Art Shop, a haven for art lovers and craft enthusiasts, get ready to unwrap the enchantment of unique Christmas gifts that will leave your loved ones brimming with delight... Continue Reading →
The Dream Garden – Ballina
If you are looking for a magical experience for all ages, you must visit The Dream Garden in Ballina, Co. Mayo. The beautiful walled garden of the Jackie Clarke Collection comes alive after dark with a lightscape of native Irish animals, birds and plants. As you leave bustling Pearse Street in Ballina town, you will... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
It's been a while since I've done a Sunday Thoughts blog post. I hope you are all keeping well, it's hard to believe that it's almost mid-November, and I really don't like the dark evenings, but it's good to remember that they don't last forever. It's also good that we've had some lovely sunny days... Continue Reading →
The Hands of Sligo Exhibition on Midwest Radio
I was delighted to chat to Tommy Marren on Midwest Radio again. He was a great help at the beginning of the project when I was looking for volunteers, so it's been great to tell him more about the exhibition in Tubbercurry Library. You can hear the interview here: https://videopress.com/v/ZloRYM95?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true You can read more about... Continue Reading →
The Sligo Gift Guide 2023 – Call Out for Submissions
Due to the wonderful success of my 2022 Sligo Gift Guide I will be compiling one for 2023. It's €25 per business to be listed, and this includes a photo, paragragh of text - or a few lines, and a link where people can buy your product or a gift voucher. The guide will go... Continue Reading →
The Hands of Sligo – Final Thoughts and Exhibition News
I thought the Hands of Sligo project would be something very special, but it went above and beyond my expectations. It’s been something of a journey, in more ways than one. I have had this idea for so many years, and it's been amazing to see it come to life. My interest in hands goes... Continue Reading →