April is Poetry Month in Limerick Celebrates World Book Day at Quay Books, Limerick 11 Sarsfield Street, Limerick Thursday, 23 April 1.00–2.30 pm Join us at Quay Books for a relaxed lunchtime gathering in honour of World Book Day. Whether you’re a regular visitor or simply passing by, we invite you to drop in, browse the shelves, and enjoy a moment surrounded by stories, ideas, and the joy of reading. Throughout the afternoon, we’ll have informal readings, conversations about books old and new, and plenty of opportunities to discover something unexpected. It’s a chance to connect with fellow readers, support...
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Anthology Launch: Unsinkable – Poems Inspired by the Titanic
UNSINKABLE Tour Reading Comes to Limerick – Wednesday 22 April, 7.30pm The People’s Museum of Limerick, 2 Pery Square We are delighted to welcome the UNSINKABLE poetry tour to Limerick for a special evening of readings inspired by one of the most enduring stories of the 20th century — the Titanic. Join poet Sandy Yannone and a gathering of fellow writers as they share work from Unsinkable: Poems Inspired by the Titanic, a remarkable anthology edited by Margo Taft Stever, Sandra Yannone, and Susana H. Case and published by Salmon Poetry. The collection brings together voices from across the world, each...
LOOK IN is a new collection of poetry by Michael Durack and it takes place Friday 17th April
Revival Press, as part of April is Poetry Month in Limerick, is pleased to announce the launch of LOOK IN By Michael Durack LOOK IN is a new collection of poetry by Michael Durack and it takes place Friday 17th April in The People’s Museum of Limerick, 2 Pery Square, Limerick at 7.30pm. The book is published by Revival Press, an imprint of The Limerick Writers’ Centre, under their Community Publishing initiative and will be launched by poet and writer Edward O’Dwyer. All are welcome to attend. LOOK IN is a book written by someone who loves poetry’s toolkit —...
Winning Poem Announced in the Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition 2026
George Syranidis Announced as Winner of the Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition 2026 The Limerick Writers’ Centre is delighted to announce George Syranidis (UK) as the winner of the Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition 2026 with his winning poem The Cistern. The announcement was made last night during the much‑anticipated Desmond O’Grady Memorial Reading, an event, held in association with Poetry Ireland, that drew a large and warmly engaged audience. This year’s competition judge, Seán Lysaght, revealed the winning poem during the evening’s proceedings. Although Syranidis was unable to attend in person, he sent a specially recorded video of himself reading the...
April is Poetry Month – This Weeks Events
April is Poetry Month in Limerick. Event Number 5. On a cold, wet Friday night, the People’s Museum of Limerick became a bright gathering place as John Liddy’s poetry warmed the room and carried listeners into the reflective, finely‑tuned world of his work. Revival Press were proud to present True to Form, the newest collection from Liddy — a poet whose life and imagination move between Limerick and Spain, and whose voice continues to deepen with each book. April is Poetry Month in Limerick – Event Number 4 A wonderful gathering of poets filled the Belltable last night to mark...
Book Launch: ‘The Long Way Home’ (Savoy Editions) by Angie Togher Wed 18th Mar.7pm
Savoy Editions announce the launch of a new novel by Limerick writer Angie Togher. The launch takes place in Gleeson’s Bar, Sixmilebridge, Co. Clare on Wed 18th March at 7.00pm. The book will be officially launched by author Madge O’Callaghan. Angie Togher is a Limerick-born writer who has resided in County Clare for the past four decades. Following a distinguished career as a Health Service Executive (HSE) administrator, she pursued her passion for creative writing upon retirement. An accomplished author and storyteller, Togher has received recognition in multiple short story competitions. The Long Way Home, from Savoy Editions, marks her...
APRIL IS POETRY MONTH IN LIMERICK 2026 – PROGRAMME OF EVENTS
APRIL IS POETRY MONTH IN LIMERICK 2026 A Landmark Month of Poetry, Performance and Publication Comes to the City Limerick once again takes its place as a beating heart of Irish literary culture as April Is Poetry Month returns for 2026 with an ambitious and wide-ranging programme of readings, book launches, installations, and special events running throughout the entire month of April. From intimate readings and performances to milestone anniversaries and UNESCO celebrations, this year’s programme offers something for every poetry lover — whether a lifelong devotee of verse or simply curious about what poetry has to offer. THE PROGRAMME...
April is Poetry Month in Limerick ‘Poetry Wall’
The ‘April is Poetry Month in Limerick’ POETRY WALL is back for 2026. Thirty poems will be on display at the People’s Museum of Limerick during April. We’re looking for poems , maximum 20 lines long, on the themes of ‘APRIL’ or ‘POETRY’. Send your poem, via email only, to limerickwriterscentre@gmail.com with ‘Poetry Wall’ in the subject box. Successful poets will be notified by mid-March.
First Wednesday Series Wed 4th Feb 2026
Poetry Circle (Limerick Writers’ Centre) and Lime Square Poets present First Wednesday Series, an open mic and poetry reading gathering on the first Wednesday of the month. First Wednesday Series is hosted by Laura McNamara and D’or Seifer with the intention of inspiring a passion for poetry performance and gather poets from the mid-west region. Join us on February 4th at 7:30pm for the First Wednesday Series’ monthly session, featuring a reading from poet Kaya McCarthy followed by open mic. The event takes place at the White House Bar (52 O’Connell St., Limerick). All our events are free and all...
The Limerick Writers’ Centre: A Literary Beacon on the Shannon
In the heart of Limerick city, where the Shannon flows and literary tradition runs deep, the Limerick Writers’ Centre stands as a vibrant hub for creative expression, nurturing both emerging and established voices in one of Ireland’s most storied cultural landscapes. For years, this vital institution has been weaving together the threads of community, craft, and celebration, creating a landscape of literary achievement that honours the past while boldly embracing the future. The Centre’s mission extends far beyond simply providing inspiration and advice for writers. It serves as an incubator for talent, a champion of the written word in all...
Entries Open for the 2026 Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition.
Entries Open for the 2026 Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition. Limerick Writers’ Centre is proud to announce the 2026 Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition. CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES IS MIDNIGHT SAT 7th MARCH 2026 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 the late Limerick poet Desmond O’Grady, who died in 2014. The Limerick Writers’ Centre now runs the competition as part of April is Poetry Month in Limerick festival. The prize winner of this year’s competition will be announced during April 2026 and will be invited to give a reading of his/her work during the 2027 festival. First...
Dec 2025 ‘First Wednesday Series’ Wed 3rd Dec 2025 at the White House Bar, Limerick
Join us Wed 3rd Dec 2015 for the ‘First Wednesday Series’ (in association with Poetry Ireland) at the White House Bar, 52 O’Connell St., Limerick. Special guest readers are Ben Keatinge and Ralph Mendes… plus the amazing Open-Mic, you can book a spot by emailing Dominic at limerickwriterscentre@gmail.com ABOUT OUR GUEST READERS. Ben Keatinge won the Patrick Kavanagh Poetry Award in 2022 and was selected for the Poetry Ireland Introductions in 2024. His Balkan sequence, Waiting for Goran at the Broz Café, was co-winner of the Ireland Chair of Poetry pamphlet series competition and is published by HOWL New Irish...