Leitrim Observer - Lifestyle Feed

RTE series to explore River Shannon‘s wildlife

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:23:39 GMT

The first part of a major new RTÉ television series, ‘The Secret Life of the Shannon’ presented by Colin Stafford Johnson exploring the wildlife of Ireland’s great river will air on RTÉ One next Sunday 26 May on RTÉ One at 6.30pm. This natural history two-part documentary series brings viewers on a truly spectacular journey along the River Shannon, revealing the secret lives of its wild inhabitants.

Red hot Americana at the Glens

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:19:24 GMT

Red hot Americana band Woody Pines return to The Glens Centre, Manorhamilton on Sunday, 26th May.

Music Trio in Strokestown Park House

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:07:08 GMT

Music Network presents trio Mick O’Brien (uilleann pipes), Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh (fiddles) and sean nós singer Nell Ní Chróinín at Strokestown Park House, Co. Roscommon next Wednesday, May 22 at 8pm.

Dromahair man develops app

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:33:21 GMT

Dromahair native Daniel Connolly has teamed up with the Rosses Point Shanty Festival to offer a new service for those seeking to learn more about the festival as he has developed a smart phone app that will bring the festival into new, unchartered waters.

Casting call goes out to amateur actors

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:43:25 GMT

Canal Studio Productions at Backstage Theatre, Longford is looking for actors from across the region to audition for roles in their upcoming production of “Arragh na Pogue.”

Words & Music at Carrick Water Music Festival

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:46:53 GMT

One of the highlights of the Carrick-on-Shannon cultural & social calender, the Carrick Water Music Festival, now in its ninth year, is sure to be one of the greatest events this summer.

More big acts announced for Sea Sessions

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:44:11 GMT

Sea Sessions Surf and Music Festival is delighted to announce that Beardyman, Normal Jay, Walking on Cars, Hot Sprockets, Raglans, The Dead Prezidents and many more will be added to the already brilliant line up of Sea Sessions this year. The epic weekend of multi-stages, sporting activities and the gorgeous beach and backdrop of the beautiful West takes place from 21st – 23rd June 2013. The new acts will be joined by Fat Freddy’s Drop, Bastille, Xavier Rudd as well as a host of other international and Irish acts including The Strypes, Soak, The Milk, The Original Rudeboys, Mr Scruff, DJ Yoda, Therapy?, Gilles Peterson and Mud Morganfield, Muddy Waters son.

Gary White Deer event

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:36:55 GMT

The Glens Centre, Manorhamilton will host a book launch and exhbition of Gary White Deer Author and Artist on Wednesday, May 22.

Explorer’s tales

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:31:21 GMT

Tom Crean, the intrepid Antarctic explorer and one of Ireland’s unsung heroes, is brought to life in this dramatic and humorous solo performance by Aidan Dooley in The Dock Theatre, Carrick-on-Shannon on Tuesday, May 21 and Wednesday May 22.

Launch of Carrick Carnival 400

Thu, 09 May 2013 14:37:31 GMT

Carrick-on-Shannon is the place to be this June, as the town is hosting the Carrick Carnival Festival to celebrate 400 years.

Launch of Francisco Radio Music Drama

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:39:57 GMT

A new radio music- drama series by Donal O’Kelly ‘Francisco’ will be launched by Ocean FM, in the Glens Centre Manorhamilton at 6.30pm on Wednesday, May 15.

Short films capture Border experiences

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:39:42 GMT

An exciting new storytelling project called ‘Border Lives’ will get underway this month, which will create six short films capturing people’s life and experiences along the border region of Northern Ireland during the conflict years to the present day. The ‘Border Lives’ project team will be holding an information evening in The Glens Centre, Manorhamilton on Thursday, May 16 at 7pm for anyone who may be interested in coming forward to share and tell their story.

Cairde Liatroma presents TR Dallas Dance Night

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:39:32 GMT

Cairde Liatroma Social Club for People with Special Needs will hold their annual fund raising dance with guest star ‘TR Dallas’, pictured, in the Bush Hotel this Thursday, May 9.

A Landmark performance

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:39:25 GMT

Leitrim Sports Partnership is hosting a Nathan Carter dance on May 16th in the Landmark Hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon to help raise funds for sports and physical activities for children and adults with disabilities in Leitrim. This event was originally advertised as a concert but due to overwhelming demand it will be now be run as a dance which will begin at 10pm instead of the orginal time of 8.30pm. The idea for the fundraiser came through the Leitrim Sports Disability Forum which includes the various disability groups in County Leitrim.

Spring has arrived at Solas Gallery as venue prepares for annual show

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:39:14 GMT

It seems appropriate that as the Solas Art Gallery in Ballinamore launches its Members Spring Show, opening this Friday, May 10, that spring seems to have arrived at last in the country.

Final Curtain Call for ‘Crossing Borders on Screen’

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:38:57 GMT

Renowned film director and producer Lelia Doolan joined representatives from Cinema North West, the International fund for Ireland and members of community organisations from Fermanagh, Leitrim and Cavan to celebrate the final phase of the highly successful ‘Crossing Borders on Screen’ project.

Things to do in Leitrim

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:38:14 GMT

Check out things to see and do around the county this week.

Bargain priced local properties for auction

Fri, 03 May 2013 08:45:07 GMT

Buyers will certainly get to bag themselves a bargain this month with two Co Leitrim properties Allsop Property Auction on May 15.

Jamestown chef named in Hot Chef Top 10

Thu, 02 May 2013 11:57:13 GMT

Acclaimed Jamestown chef, Sham Hanifa, has been named in the Bridgestone Guide’s Top 10 Hot Chefs for 2013.

Leitrim Arts Awards this Friday

Wed, 01 May 2013 14:33:18 GMT

In what can only be described as one of the finest trad line-ups you’re likely to see this year, this Friday’s Arts Awards will conclude in a session which will feature Eleanor Shanley joined by John McCartin on Guitar, Padraig McGovern on pipes and Sabina McGovern on harp.