Today was the launch of Kieran Quinn's debut album 'Not Just Black and White'. A great crowd turned out to the Liber bookshop to buy the album and listen to Kieran and friends play a few songs from it. The album is great and would make a perfect Christmas gift for anyone (or for yourself!).... Continue Reading →
The Forge Mice on Tour
A couple of months ago I took the 'forge mice' made by the very talented Michael Budd on a tour of Sligo before they went to their new home in the UK. They were very well behaved and no bother at all 😉 I did, however, get some odd looks from people who saw me.....but... Continue Reading →
Victorian Christmas at Strokestown Park
Today I went along to Strokestown Park for their Victorian Christmas Experience. It was a really magical experience and I didn't even have any kids with me!! As soon as your approach the entrance to Strokestown there are signs of Christmas. There was an elf to welcome everyone just outside the cafe. The children were... Continue Reading →
It’s beginning to look a bit like Christmas – Sligo style
Well there has been an awful lot of will they, won't they with regard to the Christmas lights in Sligo. The tree was lit up last night but there was talk that the council couldn't afford lights for the town. Some shopkeepers have done a wonderful job with lighting up their shops but the town... Continue Reading →
Coney Island
At the weekend, thanks to Medbh, who arranged it for me, I finally got the Coney Island. Now before you get all excited and think I ended up in America I have to explain this Coney Island is in Sligo. It lies between Strandhill and Rosses Point. When it's a low tide it's possible to... Continue Reading →
Sligo Flea Market
I got to have a quick look around the Sligo Flea Market at The Model, Sligo on Saturday. It really is a treasure trove of goodies and is bigger and better than ever. Barbara was there selling her gorgeous home-made earrings. You can find Barbara here. Aren't they amazing!? Carrie was there selling her amazing... Continue Reading →
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