Comórtas Filíochta Séamus Ó Cinnéide 2025 Spriocdháta: 28 Feabhra 2025 Tá Ionad Scríbhneoirí Luimnigh thar a bheith bródúil as insealbhú an Comórtas Filíochta Séamus Ó Cinnéide a fhógairt. Is comórtas nua é seo do dhánta i nGaeilge, atá deartha chun scríobh na filíochta i nGaeilge a spreagadh agus a chur chun cinn, agus ómós á thabhairt do Séamus Ó Cinnéide, duine a chuir cúis na Gaeilge chun cinn i Luimneach go díograiseach i rith an 20ú haois. Fógrófar buaiteoirí chomórtas na bliana seo i mí an Mhárta 2025 agus tabharfar cuireadh dóibh a saothar a léamh ag ócáid speisialta ag...
‘First Wednesday Series’ Wed 8th Jan 2025- Guest reader John W. Sexton plus Open-Mic.
The ‘First Wednesday Series’ continues in 2025 with special guest poet John W. Sexton. John W. Sexton was born in 1958 and identifies with the Munster Aisling tradition. His work spans vision poetry, contemporary fabulism, experimentalism and tangential surrealism. He is the author of eight poetry collections, the three most recent being Futures Pass (Salmon Poetry 2018), Visions at Templeglantine (Revival Press 2020) and The Nothingness Kit (Beir Bua 2022). A chapbook of his surrealist poetry, Inverted Night, came out from SurVision in April 2019. Under the ironic pseudonym of Sex W. Johnston he has recorded an album with legendary...
The Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition 2025 – Entries Open.
The Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition 2025 CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES IS MIDNIGHT SATURDAY 15th MARCH 2025 The Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition was inaugurated in 2012 by the late Barney Sheehan – poetry impresario of the White House Poetry Revival – in honour of Limerick poet Desmond O’Grady. The Limerick Writers’ Centre revived the competition as part of April is Poetry Month in Limerick 2019 festival. The prize winner of this year’s competition will be announced during April 2025 and will be invited to give a reading of his/her work during the 2026 festival. About Desmond O’Grady. Desmond O’Grady...
The Gerald Griffin Competition for First Original Adult Fiction 2025
Limerick Writers’ Centre announces that entries for The Gerald Griffin Competition for First Original Adult Fiction 2025 are now being accepted. The competition incorporates a four-week course for aspiring writers of longer fiction, conducted by poet and novelist Ciaran O’Driscoll. Aspiring authors are invited to submit 1500 to 2000 words, the beginning of a piece of fiction, as a prerequisite for participating in the upcoming novel/ novella writing course, to be conducted over four Saturdays in February 2025 in Limerick. After the submissions are assessed ten writers will be invited to join the course, with a participation fee of €95.00. During...
‘Angela’s Rambling House’ Thurs 31st Oct 7.30pm @ the People’s Museum of Limerick.
Fix the date in your diary for the next ‘Angela’s Rambling House’, THURS 31st October 7.30pm at The People’s Museum of Limerick, Pery Square! Join us for the spirited sounds of traditional Irish music, heartfelt songs, captivating stories, and the rhythmic tapping of dancing feet. Plus we expect to hear lots of Samhain stories and songs! This new night time cultural experience promises to become a cherished fixture in Limerick’s vibrant arts scene. Casting a knowing nod to Frank McCourt and Angela’s Ashes, the ‘rain of Limerick’ will once again got referenced on the night. Hosted again by the charismatic...
‘First Wed Series’ presents Michael Farry plus Open-Mic Wed 6th Nov 7.30pm
Join us at The White House bar on O’Connell Street Wednesday, November 6th, for our First Wednesday Series featuring acclaimed Revival Press poet Michael Farry. Known for his masterful craftsmanship and profound understanding of the human experience, Farry will share selections from his published collections alongside new works. His poetry is celebrated for its multifaceted approach and deep emotional resonance, offering insights that both challenge and comfort readers. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience one of Ireland’s finest contemporary poets. An open-mic session will follow the main reading – all are welcome to participate. Sign up in advance or come...
Limerick Writers’ Centre Unveils Extraordinary Tale of 18th Century Merchant Prince.
The Limerick Writers’ Centre is proud to announce the publication of “A Gentleman of Limerick – The Francis Arthur Story,” a captivating historical account written by Michael Kelly. This extraordinary tale brings to life the story of Francis Arthur, a member of the influential merchant family whose name still graces Limerick’s landscape today. Book Launch Details Date: Thursday, November 7th Time: 7:30 PM Venue: The People’s Museum of Limerick, 2 Pery Square Special Guest: Historian Paddy Waldron will launch the book About the Book “A Gentleman of Limerick” offers a meticulously researched glimpse into 18th century Ireland through the life...
Angela’s Rambling House Fri 11th Oct 2024 7.30pm
Fix the date in your diary for the next ‘Angela’s rambling House’, Fri 11th October 7.30pm at The People’s Museum of Limerick, Pery Square! Join us for the spirited sounds of traditional Irish music, heartfelt songs, captivating stories, and the rhythmic tapping of dancing feet. This new night time cultural experience promises to become a cherished fixture in Limerick’s vibrant arts scene. Casting a knowing nod to Frank McCourt and Angela’s Ashes, the ‘rain of Limerick’ will once again got referenced on the night. Hosted again by the charismatic Bean an Tí (woman of the house) Sheila Fitzpatrick O’Donnell, we...
Slipstreaming with poets John Liddy and Jim Burke
Revival Press present a unique reading and interaction with the two poets who founded the Stony Thursday Book nearly 50 years ago in Limerick, Jim Burke and John Liddy reunite to give a reading from their recent joint collection ‘Slipstreaming – In the West of Ireland’ at the Whitehouse Bar, O’Connell Street, Limerick on Wed 9th Oct 7.30pm. After the reading the two lifelong friends will discuss the origins of The Stony Thursday Book with the audience. Don’t miss what promises to be a night of poetic reminiscence and chat!
LIMERICK WRITERS’ CENTRE ANNOUNCES WINNER OF 2024 GERALD GRIFFIN FIRST ADULT FICTION COMPETITION
The Limerick Writers’ Centre is proud to announce that Cork based Freyja Hellebust has been named the winner of the 2024 Gerald Griffin Competition for First Original Adult Fiction with her manuscript novel submission “Head First, From a Height.” The official announcement took place on Friday, September 20th at The People’s Museum of Limerick, Pery Square, where the author was recognised for her outstanding submission to Ireland’s newest literary prize. “We are thrilled to recognise Freyja Hellebust’s exceptional talent,” said Dominic Taylor, Director of the Limerick Writers’ Centre. “Her manuscript stood out in a field of impressive entries, showcasing the...
Limerick Writers’ Centre Announces Winner of Inaugural Gerald Griffin Competition
The Limerick Writers’ Centre cordially invites members of the media to attend the award ceremony for the 2024 Gerald Griffin Competition for First Original Adult Fiction. This inaugural competition celebrates emerging talent in Irish fiction writing and honours the legacy of Limerick-born novelist and poet Gerald Griffin. Date: Friday, September 20th, 2024 Time: 6.00pm Venue: The People’s Museum of Limerick, Pery Square, Limerick Event Highlights: – Official announcement of the competition winner and presentation of the award. – Remarks from Dominic Taylor, Director of the Limerick Writers’ Centre – Insights from judges Ciaran O’Driscoll and Eiléan Ní Chuilleanáin We invite...