Tag: <span>Ireland</span>

LIMERICK WRITERS’ CENTRE ANNOUNCES THE 2025 DESMOND O’GRADY MEMORIAL READING
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LIMERICK WRITERS’ CENTRE ANNOUNCES THE 2025 DESMOND O’GRADY MEMORIAL READING

April 3, 2025April 3, 2025

The Limerick Writers’ Centre, in association with Poetry Ireland, proudly presents the 2025 Desmond O’Grady Memorial Reading on Wednesday, April 16th, 2025, at 7:30 PM. This prestigious literary event will take place at The People’s Museum of Limerick, 2 Pery Square. The evening will feature three distinguished poets: John Liddy, Ron Carey, and Anne Fitzgerald,...

First Wednesday Series April 2025
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First Wednesday Series April 2025

March 17, 2025March 17, 2025

INTERNATIONAL FLAYOUR TO APRIL’S ‘FIRST WEDNESDAY SERIES’ AT THE WHITE HOUSE BAR< LIMERICK The First Wednesday Series (FWS), in partnership with Poetry Ireland and the Limerick Writers’ Centre’s April is Poetry Month, announces two Scottish poets Hugh McMillan and Julie McNeill  as the featured readers for its April 2nd, 2025 event at The White House...

April Poetry Festival, Limerick 2025
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April Poetry Festival, Limerick 2025

March 15, 2025March 15, 2025

April Poetry Festival, Limerick The Limerick Writers’ Centre Presents April is Poetry Month in Limerick 2025. During the 30 days of April, with over 13 events and over 20 performers, Limerick’s annual poetry festival April is Poetry Month in Limerick returns. Once again poetry will echo in the streets and intimate venues of this historic...

The Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition 2025 – Entries Open.
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The Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition 2025 – Entries Open.

December 13, 2024March 15, 2025

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...

The Gerald Griffin Competition for First Original Adult Fiction 2025
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The Gerald Griffin Competition for First Original Adult Fiction 2025

November 7, 2024December 23, 2024

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...

‘Angela’s Rambling House’ Thurs 31st Oct 7.30pm @ the People’s Museum of Limerick.
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‘Angela’s Rambling House’ Thurs 31st Oct 7.30pm @ the People’s Museum of Limerick.

October 17, 2024October 17, 2024

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...

‘First Wed Series’ presents Michael Farry plus Open-Mic Wed 6th Nov 7.30pm
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‘First Wed Series’ presents Michael Farry plus Open-Mic Wed 6th Nov 7.30pm

October 17, 2024October 17, 2024

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...

Limerick Writers’ Centre Unveils Extraordinary Tale of 18th Century Merchant Prince.
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Limerick Writers’ Centre Unveils Extraordinary Tale of 18th Century Merchant Prince.

October 17, 2024October 17, 2024

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...

Limerick Writers’ Centre Announces Winner of Inaugural Gerald Griffin Competition
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Limerick Writers’ Centre Announces Winner of Inaugural Gerald Griffin Competition

September 14, 2024September 14, 2024

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:...