‘The Curious History of the Limerick’
Pictured at the Frank McCourt Museum was Dominic Taylor, publisher of the book he holds, ‘The Curious Story of the Limerick’, written by Dr Matthew Potter of Limerick City Archives, right. It is to be launched formally at The Pavilion, UL on Saturday August 3 by Mayor Kathleen Leddin as part of the Tailteann Nua Festival. Standing centre is Noel Flannery who co-founded the Robert Burns night at Bobby Byrne’s Bar annually with Matthew’s brother, Michael Potter.
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In the Doghouse
AUGUST’S ‘On the Nail’ gathering at The Locke Bar will take place after the bank holiday, Tuesday 6 at 8pm.
“This month we devote our guest spot to Kerry publisher, Doghouse Books, whose recent anthology ‘Ten Years in the Doghouse’ features the work of 29 writers,” writes in Dominic Taylor. “We welcome a selection of writers from the anthology to read on the night”.
‘Ten Years in the DOGHOUSE: An Anthology’ is of new work by poets who have had solo collections published by Doghouse 2003 – 2013. Many names are Limerick based such as Mark Whelan, Mae Leonard and John W Sexton.
“Everyone is invited to take part in the open-mic after the main event.. poets, storytellers, musicians and writers. Even if you don’t write you are welcome to bring something along to read,” says Taylor, himself of Limerick Writers Centre. “So join us on the night and make this event something special”. 8pm and free to all souls who value the written word read.
To view videos of previous reading go to http://www.youtube.com/onthenailreadings
Harp gigs and workshops
JANET Harbison of the Irish Harp Centre, Castleconnell and members of the National Harp Orchestra continue with lunchtime concerts in The Hunt Museum. Each is followed by a ‘Try out the Harp’ workshop at minimal cost.
You can attend to the Captain’s Room at 1pm for Wednesday July 31′s ’From Planxty to Playhouse – A Modern Showcase’
The consequent workshop is streamed for all ages and lots of baby harps are provided.
