The literary world is buzzing with excitement as poet Marie Studer unveils her remarkable debut poetry collection, ‘Real Words’, published by Limerick’s Revival Press. The launch will take place at The People’s Museum of Limerick, 2 Pery Square, Limerick Sunday 8th Oct 2023 at 3.00pm. It will be launched by acclaimed award winning author and fellow Nenagh native Donal Ryan. This collection is poised to leave a lasting impression on readers with its profound exploration of human experiences, from the simple beauty of recipes and folk traditions to the fierce intensity of love and memory. Studer’s work has earned her...
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Book Launch: “An Unbreakable Dream” by Pat McLoughlin in Newcastle West, Co Limerick
Join us for an evening of literary celebration as we unveil a compelling work of fiction that resonates with the harsh realities of Irish history. Renowned author Pat McLoughlin is set to launch his latest masterpiece, “An Unbreakable Dream,” published by Limerick Writers’ Centre on Friday, October 6th, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The event will take place in the Longcourt House Hotel, Newcastle West, Co Limerick, and is part of the Éigse Michael Hartnett Literary and Arts Festival. The launch will be graced by the presence of guest of honour, Minister Patrick O’Donovan T.D. In a gripping tale that draws...
Poetry on Fire at the Whitehouse Bar, Limerick: the ‘First Wednesday Series’ returns for an October Extravaganza!
Prepare for an electrifying literary soirée that will set your soul ablaze! After setting the White House bar Limerick on fire with two sensational readings, the ‘First Wednesday Series’ is BACK and more thrilling than ever. Mark your calendars for Wednesday October 4th at 7:30 PM, because it’s going to be a night to remember. Get ready to be swept away by the astounding talents of Zach Leahy, a dynamic playwright and poet hailing from the vibrant city of Limerick. Zach is no stranger to success, having graduated from the University of Limerick with a Bachelor of Arts in English...
Book Launch: The Man Who Became Poems by Edward O’Dwyer
Poet and author Edward O’ Dwyer is set to launch his highly anticipated second book of stories, “The Man Who Became Poems,” on Monday, 25th September at 7:30 PM. The book is published by the Limerick Writers’ Centre and the launch will take place at the elegant Strand Hotel on the Ennis Road, Limerick within the enchanting setting of the Harris Suite. It will be officially launched by acclaimed writer Tanya Farrelly, who was the recipient of the Kate O’Brien Award a few years ago. Edward O’ Dwyer’s “The Man Who Became Poems” beckons readers into a realm where reality...
Songwriter Open-Mic Plus Special Guest Tom Portman – Multi-Instrumentalist Extraordinary!
The Acoustic Club @ Record Room, The Commercial Bar, 47 Catherine Street, Limerick TUES 19th Sept 2023 8.30 pm Songwriter Open-Mic Plus Special Guest Tom Portman – Multi-Instrumentalist Extraordinary! Join us at the prestigious Record Room, nestled in The Commercial Bar, on Catherine Street in Limerick for this epic Open Mic event PLUS a special guest appearance from the multi-talented Tom Portman! Tom is an Irish songwriter, musician, recording artist and composer based in Galway. He’s known for his diverse sounds on guitar, Dobro®, lap steel and other strings. His latest album “Daughter of the Willow Tree”, released on Dutch...
Book Launch: ‘News from Inside’ by Greg Carey
Revival Press, the poetry imprint of the Limerick Writers’ Centre, are delighted to announce the upcoming release of ‘News from Inside’, a debut collection of poems by poet and philosopher Greg Carey. The collection will be launched by acclaimed poet Ron Carey, the brother of Greg. The launch takes place at The People’s Museum of Limerick, 2 Pery Sq., Limerick Fri 15th Sept. 2023 7.30pm. All are welcome to attend. About the collection Greg says “Growing up in a time preceding the widespread use of the internet and mobile phones, a standard greeting you might hear on the street was “what’s the news?”. My...
Poetry Reconvenes at White House Bar: September’s Poetry Gathering
Following the triumphant debut of the ‘First Wednesday Series’ in August at the White House Bar, 52 O’Connell Street, Limerick, we’re thrilled to announce the eagerly awaited sequel. On Wednesday, September 6th, at 7:30 pm, the second chapter of this captivating series unfolds, graced by the presence of the much admired, Greg Delanty, a top poet hailing from Cork, Ireland. Our distinguished guest, Greg Delanty, a poet of international acclaim, boasts an illustrious career spanning two nations. Born in the heart of Cork City, he maintains dual citizenship in Ireland and the United States since 1986. His poetic journey has...
Book Launch: ‘Branching Out’ An Anthology of Poetry and Story
The Limerick Writers’ Centre is excited to announce the launch of “Branching Out,” a captivating anthology showcasing the creative compositions of participants who recently engaged in our course of the same name. This exceptional collection emerged from the course held not long ago and will be officially launched at the People’s Museum of Limerick, located in Pery Square, Limerick, on Tuesday September 12th at 7:30 pm. In attendance at the launch will be editors Fiona Clarke Echlin and Jessica Browne. Proudly sponsored by The Mid-West Regional Drug and Alcohol Forum, the course and resulting anthology serve as an artistic response to...
Poetry Rekindled: A Gathering at the Whitehouse Bar this August
Poetry Rekindled: A Gathering at the Whitehouse Bar this August Embrace the magic of poetry as it makes its triumphant return to the Whitehouse Bar on Wednesday, August 2nd, at 7.30 pm, marking the arrival of the ‘First Wednesday Series’ – a new regular poetry reading event to look forward to. This captivating series, skillfully organized by the Limerick Writers’ Centre and Lime Street Poets, promises a delightful evening featuring a distinguished guest poet each month, accompanied by an open-mic session, inviting anyone from the audience to share their own poetic musings. The Whitehouse Bar has always held a unique...
Announcing FOUNDATION SONG: A Captivating New Poetry Collection from Eamon Carr
Revival Press, the poetry imprint of the Limerick Writers’ Centre, are delighted to announce the upcoming release of a new poetry book from writer Eamon Carr. The launch will take place at Ruby’s Cocktail Bar, Ciss Maddens, 40 Drury St., Dublin, DO2 E128 on Thurs 20th July 6.00pm. In this collection, titled FOUNDATION SONG, Carr delves into the profound themes of displacement, loss, and isolation, all while discovering a glimmer of hope that resonates on both universal and personal levels. His deft recasting of Ovid and Basho, Irish mythology and the oral tradition, prompts Dr. Martina Devlin to observe, ‘His work contains the unexpected,...
“Jack Keeshan: A Roscrea Native’s Musical Journey of Connection and Positivity”
The Acoustic Club @ Record Room, The Commercial Bar, 47 Catherine Street, Limerick TUES 18th July 2023 8.30pm Songwriter Open-Mic Plus Special Guest songwriter Jack Keeshan Prepare for another captivating summer evening as The Acoustic Club, renowned for its songwriter open-mic sessions, gears up to present a remarkable event on July 18th at the prestigious Record Room, nestled within The Commercial Bar on Catherine Street in Limerick. This special occasion will feature a truly exceptional emerging talent, Jack Keeshan, Jack Keeshan, is a proud native of Roscrea who stands out as more than just another young musician with a guitar...
Launch of ‘Our House, Delirious’ New Prose and Poetry Book by Cahir Writer, Margaret Galvin published by Revival Press, Limerick.
Launch of ‘Our House, Delirious’ New Prose and Poetry Book by Cahir Writer, Margaret Galvin published by Revival Press, Limerick. Join a Celebratory Evening of Story Telling and Music Cahir House Hotel, Wed 28 June 2023, 7.30pm Cahir writer, Margaret Galvin’s sixth collection, Our House, Delirious, published by Revival Press, Limerick will be launched at Cahir House Hotel on Wednesday 28 June at 7.30pm. The evening will feature short extracts, read aloud by Margaret Galvin and other guests, interspersed with musical entertainment. All are welcome. Margaret Galvin’s previous poetry collection, The Finer Points, published in 2019 by Cahir Historical Society certainly...