Join local author Eilís to talk about her new book, ‘These Intangible Things’, published by Banner Books. We are very excited to see our first Banner Books publication go to print, and we are especially pleased to be working with local author, Eilís Haden-Storrie, and illustrator Peter Goossens. Could the wisdom of the past offer … Continue reading "Author Teatime with Eilís Haden-Storrie"
The monthly open mic social at our Kilrush shop is a free event, open to all. For lovers of poetry, flash fiction and any kind of creative writing. Come to read from your own work or to share a favourite piece by another writer, or come to listen and support. Tea, coffee, and treats provided.This … Continue reading "Open Mic Social hosted by Frank Golden"
Join well-known broadcaster, author and educator Éanna Ní Lamhna for the launch of her new book, ‘The Great Irish Biodiversity Book’.The latest book in the bestselling and award-winning Gill Books series of big topics tackled by experts, this beautifully illustrated guide introduces Ireland’s plants, animals, trees and insects to readers of all ages.Éanna takes us … Continue reading "Book Launch with Éanna Ní Lamhna"
Bob Vernon invites you to a free introduction to meditation and mindfulness at Banner Books, Kilrush. Bob has been practicing meditation for 50 years and teaching it in Doonbeg, Miltown Malbay, Ennistimon, Doolin, and Kilrush since 2012. Book a place at revbobvernon@hotmail.com
Celebrate Irish Book Week with our panel of authors and educators, and join the conversation to gain some inspiration! Tickets for this event are by Pay-As-You-Can Donation at geektickets.ie A facilitated panel discussion and Q&A with experienced, award-winning local writers, all of whom also work to educate and support and encourage other writers. Hear about … Continue reading "Writer’s Roundtable for Irish Book Week"
Sarah Clancy is a poet and community worker, best known in Co. Clare as the coordinator of Clare PPN. She holds an MA in public advocacy and activism, as well as diplomas in European human rights law and community development practice. As a performance poet, Sarah has won the Cúirt International Festival of Literature Grand … Continue reading "Open Mic Social hosted by Sarah Clancy"
Leonard Skinner is an author, educator, and doctoral researcher in philosophy at Galway University. In his new book, he takes us on a journey far from the shores of conventional wisdom, revealing the intrinsic power of love that lies within each of us. Fresh from TEDx Tralee, Leonard will be sharing his talk ‘How Many … Continue reading "Book Launch; ‘Love in a Self-Serving World’ with Leonard Skinner"
Meet Linda Hebenstreit, a multi-talented artist, jewellery maker, photographer and author. Linda's latest book, The Shell Hunter's Journal, A Casual Tour of the beaches of County Clare, highlights the beauty and bounty of Ireland's Atlantic coast. Join us for an afternoon of tea, cake and chat with Linda.
Photographer, local historian and author Jackie McCarthy Elger collects and restores old photographs and videos of Co Clare and posts them on her Facebook/Instagram page The Vintage Lens - Looking at Times Past in Co Clare. Take a trip back in time with her on the 18 August when she will present a selection of … Continue reading "A Trip Back in Time"
From 11.30 am and throughout the day, Banner Books will be hosting a social space for local people to take their ease and share their memories of Old Kilrush. Explore local history books, with local writers, and share your own family stories and photographs. Photographs can also be dropped off for recording and restoration by … Continue reading "Connecting Our Stories"
Join musician and historian, Peadar McMahon, for a performance of music, stories and song, that celebrates the works and remarkable life of Ireland's greatest songwriter. And of course, no Kilrush performance would be complete without French’s celebration of our own West Clare Railway! Percy French entertained audiences in small village halls all over Ireland from … Continue reading "The Legacy of Percy French"
Pottery has played an important role in day-to-day life throughout history. Join Elaine Lynch, Ceramic Specialist and Artefact Illustrator with AMS, to learn how the recovery of pottery from archaeological excavations can connect us to our ancestors by giving us insight into their hearths and homes. Elaine Lynch MA, MPhil, MIAI has over 17 years’ … Continue reading "Pottery Through the Ages (and why we love it in archaeology)"