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Book Launch: Mayflies in the Heather
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Book Launch: Mayflies in the Heather

March 11, 2021March 11, 2021

Mayflies in the Heather is the debut collection of poetry from Galway poet Art Ó Súilleabháin. He is deeply rooted in the landscape and language of Lough Corrib, illuminating every wing-picked insect, every curlew flight, reed and stone, replete with the lore of places. Ó Súilleabháin draws the reader into his keenly observed world with...

6 Week Poetry Appreciation Course (Finished)
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6 Week Poetry Appreciation Course (Finished)

September 27, 2020March 11, 2021

The Limerick Writers’ Centre Present A Six Week Poetry Appreciation Course with Aosdána poet Ciaran O’Driscoll WED 14th OCT to WED 18th NOV 2020 on-line via Zoom. Start time: 7pm Fee payable in advance via PayPay, cash or cheque €90.00 Details and booking information Dominic Taylor limerickwriterscentre@gmail.com Poet and Aosdána member Ciaran O’Driscoll is offering...

The Limerick Writers’ Centre Announce the Winner of the Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition 2020.
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The Limerick Writers’ Centre Announce the Winner of the Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition 2020.

April 17, 2020April 17, 2020

The winners, and commended poems, of the Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition 2020 were announced tonight by judge John Liddy. The winning poems will be posted on the  Limerick Writers’ Centre website, with the judge’s comments. Judge for this year’s  competition, poet John Liddy, said he “felt the stirrings of pure and honest voices behind...

LWC – Writers’ Exchange 7th March to 30th May 2020
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LWC – Writers’ Exchange 7th March to 30th May 2020

February 16, 2020February 16, 2020

Limerick Writer’s Centre Writers Exchange Fully facilitated forum for writers run by well known Limerick writer and lecturer Eleanor McSherry. Facilitated sessions to help with ideas, re-kick start your writing Expert support and critical feedback for your work Guest writers from time to time will host the session And peer support €10 per session, pay...

New Poetry Collection from Michael Farry
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New Poetry Collection from Michael Farry

February 11, 2020February 11, 2020

Launch of “Troubles” (Revival Press) a new poetry collection by Boyne Writers member Michael Farry. Launch by Anne Tannam. Trim Poetry Festival Sat 14th March 8pm to 9.30pm. Castle Arch Hotel, Trim, Co. Meath. Michael Farry, a retired primary teacher, is a Sligo native living in County Meath. He is a founding member of Boyne...

March 2020 ‘On the Nail’ Literary Gathering
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March 2020 ‘On the Nail’ Literary Gathering

February 10, 2020February 10, 2020

The Limerick Writers’ Centre Presents The March 2020 ‘On the Nail’ Literary Gathering Thurs 5th March at The People’s Museum of Limerick, Pery Sq. Start 8pm This month we are delighted to welcome poets Paddy Moran and marian O’Rourke PLUS the Open-Mic! Patrick Moran was born in Templetuohy, County Tipperary, where he still lives. He...

Feb 2020 ‘On the Nail’ Literary Gathering
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Feb 2020 ‘On the Nail’ Literary Gathering

January 16, 2020February 11, 2020

The Limerick Writers’ Centre Presents The Feb 2020 ‘On the Nail’ Literary Gathering Thurs 6th Feb at The People’s Museum of Limerick, Pery Sq. Start 8pm This month we are delighted to welcome poets Richard W. Halperin and Frances Browner PLUS the Open-Mic! Richard W. Halperin has Irish/U.S. dual nationality. His poetry has been widely...

FUNDRAISER: April is Poetry Month in Limerick 2020
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FUNDRAISER: April is Poetry Month in Limerick 2020

January 14, 2020January 14, 2020

The Limerick Writers’ Centre has run April is Poetry Month in Limerick since 2014. Our aim is to create poetry events during April involving public participation, celebrating poetry’s vital place in our culture. We host a number of poetry events ourselves but this is also a cooperative festival of poetry taking in all the poetry...

The Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition 2020
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The Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition 2020

January 9, 2020January 14, 2020

The Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition 2020 in association with April is Poetry Month in Limerick 2020 CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES IS MIDNIGHT FRIDAY 17th MARCH 2020 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...

2019 Was A Very Good Year!
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2019 Was A Very Good Year!

December 23, 2019February 11, 2020

Thank you for your support during 2019. Below are some of our many highlights of the past year. We hope you have enjoyed being part of our community and we look forward to an exciting year for the Limerick Writers’ Centre in 2020. This year we held a total of 129 events made up of...