Yesterday Lucy and I went along to the Sligo Global Kitchen at The Model. The Sligo Global Kitchen was a project started to create a space for people living in direct provision to cook and share food from their different cultures with others. It's an initiative by artist Anna Spearman and is supported by The... Continue Reading →
January Highlights in Sligo
The days are dull, the nights are long, I think we could all do with something to look forward to so here are some suggestions. Sligo parkrun takes place every Saturday at 9:30am at Doorly Park. This is free and you are encouraged to run at your own pace. Sligo Global Kitchen returns to The... Continue Reading →
Culture, Curry and Chocolate
I had a bit of free time this afternoon. It feels like it's been months since I've had any time to just mooch around so it was lovely. First stop was to the Hamilton Gallery to have a look at the 'Invited Artists Exhibition'. It's a really lovely exhibition, there are some very talented... Continue Reading →
Halloween Happenings in Sligo
Halloween, which actually originated in Ireland (more about that later in another blog), also coincides with the mid-term break here in Ireland so I've decided to blog about some things of interest happening in Sligo. Firstly and not just not for Halloween. Go on a drive of the Sligo section of the Wild Atlantic Way.... Continue Reading →
Flavours of the World in Sligo
Yes once again it's all about food! Saturday I paid a visit to Beltra Country Market. It's one of my favourite markets in Sligo - with such a friendly atmosphere - and of course Marguerite's Famous Beetroot Burgers! Most Saturdays there are various workshops taking place at the market. Last week there was an Indonesian/Suriname... Continue Reading →
Culture Night in Sligo, 2016
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 →
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