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WHITE TWINE AND OLD SUITCASES
THE KILKENNY INVOLVEMENT CENTRE AND RECOVERY COLLEGE SOUTH EAST HAVE PRODUCED A WONDERFUL ANTHOLOGY OF POETRY AND PROSE. ‘WHITE TWINE AND OLD SUITCASES’ COMPRISES OF 128 PAGES AND 60 AUTHORS AND IS COMPLEMENTED BY SOME WONDERFUL PHOTOS AND ARTWORK BY TASK CAMERA CLUB. IT IS PRINTED BY MODERN PRINTERS. IT IS DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED READING FOR …
A dancing extravaganza, as Dancewise delight
Photos by Pat Shortall A recent production of ‘Showstoppers’ at Kilkenny’s Watergate theatre received great praise from Kilkenny audiences. It was presented by ‘Dancewise’ who are based in Kilkenny and Castlecomer. This energetic and talented group were founded in 1998 and it would appear that the same enthusiasm, vim and energy is still as strong …
Long tradition of storytelling continues as Lake stage Shirley Valentine
By Geoff Rose When in 1988 Liverpool playwright Willy Russell sat down to write Shirley Valentine, which Lake Productions will stage in the Barnstorm space at the Home Rule Club from July 24 to 27th, the playwright was tapping into the oldest form of storytelling in the world of theatre, the one woman/man solo performance. …
NEWPARK FOLK OUT IN FORCE
Newpark Residents Association held their annual community Field Day on the upper green recently. Officially opened by Mayor Joe Malone, the large gathering of neighbours and friends enjoyed an eclectic mix of activities catering for the young and the young at heart. Musical entertainment throughout the afternoon was provided by ‘The Buddies’, and the Ukrainian …
WHITE TWINE AND OLD SUITCASES
THE KILKENNY INVOLVEMENT CENTRE AND RECOVERY COLLEGE SOUTH EAST HAVE PRODUCED A WONDERFUL ANTHOLOGY OF POETRY AND PROSE. ‘WHITE TWINE AND OLD SUITCASES’ COMPRISES OF 128 PAGES AND 60 AUTHORS AND IS COMPLEMENTED BY SOME WONDERFUL PHOTOS AND ARTWORK BY TASK CAMERA CLUB. IT IS PRINTED BY MODERN PRINTERS. IT IS DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED READING FOR …
Eimear’s novel attracts wonderful crowd as Kitty’s War is launched
By Kilkenny Observer Reporter Photos by Pat Shortall The wonderful O’Loughlin Gaels pavilion was the venue for the launch of a new book last week. Kitty’s War is the second book by Eimear Lawlor having first published ‘Dublin’s Girl’ in 2021 during lockdown. The novel is set in 1941 in Ballyfoyle, Kilkenny, and The Curragh …
A journey that embraces beauty, passion, and dedication
“The Open Gardens of Ireland takes you on an enchanting journey through Ireland’s finest gardens.” Those were the words of broadcaster, culinary arts lecturer and TV chef, Edward Hayden when he officially launched the new book by Shirley Lanigan in Rothe House on Tuesday night. “This book is more than just a guide; it is …
Valentines night in June, as Lake Productions introduce Shirley
Text: Gerry Cody Photos Pat Shortall One of the most relaxed and entertaining theatre launches took place last week in the wonderful surroundings of Billy Byrne’s pub on John Street. Over forty years ago during the halcyon days of my youth I frequented Billy Byrne’s, on a regular basis. At that time the pub was …
WHITE TWINE AND OLD SUITCASES
THE KILKENNY INVOLVEMENT CENTRE AND RECOVERY COLLEGE SOUTH EAST HAVE PRODUCED A WONDERFUL ANTHOLOGY OF POETRY AND PROSE. ‘WHITE TWINE AND OLD SUITCASES’ COMPRISES OF 128 PAGES AND 60 AUTHORS AND IS COMPLEMENTED BY SOME WONDERFUL PHOTOS AND ARTWORK BY TASK CAMERA CLUB. IT IS PRINTED BY MODERN PRINTERS. IT IS DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED READING FOR …
Mayor hosts Fáilte Isteach Awards at City Hall
Photos by Kilkenny Observer newspaper On June 5th, the Kilkenny Observer visited the city hall in Kilkenny to attend the annual ‘Fáilte Isteach awards. They came from around the globe, Africa, Asia, South America Middle East, and Europe. An eclectic bunch of people, all gathered together in harmony and friendship which had flourished as the …
