As we enter April is Poetry Month in Limerick the ‘First Wednesday Series’ is back on Wed 3rd April in the Whitehouse Bar with a very special guest poet from the USA, Sandy Yannone. Sandy is a great friend of poetry in Limerick having cut her teeth in the local scene at our ‘On the Nail’ series in 2016. Sandy currently hosts Cultivating Voices LIVE Poetry Sundays on Facebook via Zoom, her debut collection Boats for Women was published by Salmon Poetry in 2019. Her second collection, The Glass Studio, is forthcoming from Salmon Poetry. Don’t forget after Sandy reads...
The Limerick Writers’ Centre Presents April is Poetry Month in Limerick 2024.
During the 30 days of April, with over 15 events and over 26 performers, Limerick’s annual poetry festival April is Poetry Month in Limerick returns. Once again poetry will fill the streets and intimate venues of this historic city of Limerick. Long associated with poetry and literature the Limerick Writers’ Centre inaugurated the festival in 2013. For the month of April Limerick will showcase the some of the best from the world of poetry, including local and national and international guest readers! Dominic Taylor, director of the festival, emphasises the community aspect of the festival he said ‘poetry, like all...
The Thursday Forum, Thurs 29th Feb 2024 -with David Rice
Author and journalist DAVID RICE is this months guest at The Thursday Forum, Thursday 29th Feb 7pm at The Whitehouse Bar, 52 O’Connell St., Limerick. he will discuss his new book The Sundered Children, a book of 30 essays written by notable people dealing with the problem of integrated education, especially in Northern Ireland. Chapters in the book have been written by President Michael D Higgins and Diermaid Ferriter, among others. Join us for an absorbing evening, David will engage with questions from the audience at the end of his talk. About David Rice A native of Northern Ireland, DAVID RICE has worked...
Celebrated Irish writer Eiléan Ní Chuilleanáin, has been appointed external judge of the Gerald Griffin Competition for First Original Adult Fiction 2024.
The Limerick Writer’s Centre are delighted to announce that celebrated Irish writer Eiléan Ní Chuilleanáin, has been appointed external judge of the Gerald Griffin Competition for First Original Adult Fiction 2024. Ní Chuilleanáin is an Irish poet and academic, and has left an indelible mark on the literary landscape. Born in Cork City in 1942, she is the daughter of Professor Cormac O’ Chuilleanáin and the novelist Eilís Dillon. Her poetic journey traverses time and location, crossing cultural borders and epochs, but her contributions extend beyond poetry. She embarked on a full-time academic career at Trinity College Dublin in 1966,...
‘First Wednesday Series’ 6th March 2024 @ The Whitehouse Bar, Limerick
“First Wednesday Series” Returns to The Whitehouse Bar, Limerick, with Tipp based Poet Patricia Anne Moore. The First Wednesday Series, a treasured fixture in Limerick’s cultural landscape, is set to make a triumphant return on March 6th at The Whitehouse Bar, located at 51 O’Connell St. This monthly gathering, hosted by The Poetry Circle and Lime Street Poets, has become a cornerstone of the local poetry community, offering a welcoming platform for poets of all backgrounds to share their work. The First Wednesday Series is renowned for its inclusive spirit, providing a democratic space where poets, both seasoned and emerging,...
The Acoustic Club 13th Feb 2024 @ The Number 3 Pub, Lr. Glentworth St., Limerick
We had a fantastic kickoff to the Acoustic Club at our brand-new venue, The Number 3 Pub on Lower Glentworth Street in Limerick last week! The abundance of talent on display was truly remarkable once again. Whether you’re a seasoned songwriter, a passionate singer, a skilled performer, or simply eager to test the waters of the music scene, this gig is tailor-made for you. All are welcome to join in on the musical magic! To secure your spot for the upcoming Tuesday, the 13th, shoot us an email at limerickwriterscentre@gmail.com. And be sure to mark your calendars, because we have...
The Acoustic Club Returns with New Venue and Weekly Gig
The Acoustic Club @ The N0. 3 Pub 3 Lr. Glentworth Street, Limerick TUES 6th FEB 2024 8.00pm Songwriter/Singer Open-Mic The Acoustic Club returns for 2024 with a new venue for a new year, they are now based at The N0. 3 Pub on Lr. Glentworth Street, Limerick and also it returns as a weekly event. The usual Tuesday format is maintained where they present local, independent and community musicians, plus nationally touring performers. It is a non-profit organisation and 100% volunteer operated. All aspiring songwriters, musicians, singers and community musicians are invited to attend and play in front of...
‘First Wednesday Series’ Wed 7th Feb 2024 with Special Guest Poet Carrie Barrett plus Open-Mic.
We kicked off the new year with an electrifying event on January 4th, and we’re thrilled to sustain the momentum into February 7th with another amazing guest poet, Carrie Barrett. Carrie, a published playwright and poet hailing from Limerick City (currently residing in Co. Clare), has an impressive background in the arts. As the inaugural participant in the Abbey Theatre’s 5X5 project, she crafted monologues that later became integral to the play ‘Bingo!’, premiered at the Belltable Theatre in Limerick. In 2021, ‘Bingo!’ was published by the Limerick Writers’ Centre as part of the anthology ‘Four Limerick Plays’. Her residency...
‘The Thursday Forum’ Thurs 18th Jan 2024 with Guest Speaker Edward Horgan
Join The Limerick Writers’ Centre for the second installment of this monthly event: THE THURSDAY FORUM. Engage in lively discussions and debates with leading literary figures, starting this month with renowned journalist and author Tommy Conlon. Event Details: Date: Thursday, 18th Jan 2024 Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Venue: The Whitehouse Bar, 52 O’Connell St., Limerick This Month’s Highlight: Special Guest: Edward Horgan. Edward Horgan is a peace activist from Limerick, Ireland. He has been involved in various anti-war campaigns and has been arrested multiple times for his activism. In 2017, he was accused of damaging a US military...
‘First Wednesday Series’ The Whitehouse Bar Wed 3rd Jan 2024
Kickstart your 2024 creative journey by joining us for an unforgettable evening of poetry and camaraderie! We’re thrilled to invite you to our New Year Poetry Celebration at the Whitehouse, Limerick featuring the renowned guest poet, Ciaran O’Driscoll. This much-anticipated event will take place on Wednesday, 3rd January 2024, starting promptly at 7:30 PM. Ciaran O’Driscoll, an acclaimed poet known for his evocative imagery and profound insights, will grace the stage with his latest works, offering inspiration and sparking conversations. After his captivating performance, the floor will open to our vibrant community of poets during the much-loved open-mic segment. Whether...
UPDATE: The Gerald Griffin Competition for First Original Adult Fiction 2024
The Gerald Griffin Competition for First Original Adult Fiction 2024 Due to a request for a postponement of deadline being granted for the initial submission to the Gerald Griffin First Fiction Competition, this postponement has now been granted to all who wish to avail of it. The new deadline is now Friday 2nd February Limerick Writers’ Centre is proud to announce the inauguration of The Gerald Griffin Competition for First Original Adult Fiction. The competition will take place as part of a new novel writing course given by poet and novelist Ciarán O’Driscoll. Aspiring authors are invited to submit 1500...
The Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition 2024 – Entries Open!
The Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition 2024 CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES IS MIDNIGHT SAT 16th MARCH 2024 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 who dies in 2014. The Limerick Writers’ Centre revived the competition as part of our April is Poetry Month in Limerick 2019 festival. The prize winner of this year’s competition will be announced during April 2024 and will be invited to give a reading of his/her work during the 2025 festival....