A festival for all the family.....full details on www.adareweekendofwelcomes.com

Fitzgerald's 'Storm The Castle' Earls of Desmond Medieval Banquet

The Garden Party at Adare Manor

Restaurant Food Trails

Kinghts and Maidens Woody's Kids Camp

Guided Bus Tour of Adare

Children's Teddy Bear's Picnic

Live Music

The Foynes Irish Coffee Festival takes place on the June Bank Holiday weekend in the little village of Foynes, famous for the role it played in the 1940s when it became the hub for transatlantic travel during the era of the flying boats prior to the establishment of Shannon Airport.

It was, in fact, during this time on a cold dark winter's night in 1943 that Chef Joe Sheridan invented the world famous Irish Coffee - a drink created especially to warm up the weary passengers as they arrived after a very long flight.

The village comes to life in celebration during the festival weekend, with parades, fireworks, family fun days, street entertainers, live bands on the festival stage and the grand final of the world famous Irish Coffee Making Championship.

A great weekend of fun and excitement for the whole family - one not to be missed.

Celebrate the Lough Gur Summer Solstice 2012 with a fun weekend of entertainment to include local drama and music, children's events, traditional skittles, live music and a fun filled family day by the shores of magical Lough Gur with bouncy castles, pony rides, and stone age re-enactments from Legion Ireland, a professional re-enactment group.

Also enjoy guided walks of Lough Gur exploring life over 5000 years ago with local guides passionate about their area, as well as kayaking and more!

Phone: +353 86 8106848 (Roseanne Dunne)

las International Summer School of Irish Traditional Music and Dance is an internationally accredited summer school hosted annually by the Irish World Academy, University of Limerick, Ireland. In its 17th year, Blas 2013 will run from June 24th - July 5th. Blas is firmly established as one of Ireland’s most prestigious summer schools, attracting students from around the world to spend two weeks gaining access from the expertise of some of Ireland’s finest traditional exponents. Blas attracts musicians, singers and dancers who are already familiar with the Irish traditions and who want to extend their technique, repertoire and knowledge. It also attracts many performers from other genres who find it beneficial to study with the Blas Summer School as a form of induction into the Irish traditions before diving in at the deep end of the main traditional scene of endless sessions, ceilithe, fleadhanna and festivals. Apart from tuition and master classes, Blas students can expect a whole range of activities including lectures on Irish Traditional music topics, field-trips, sessions, lunchtime and evening concerts & céilís. The programme has ample content and contact hours that it can be accredited with 3 Academic credits (6 ECTS) towards an international degree. Phone: +353 61 202653 Email: ernestine.healy@ul.ie Web: www.blas.ie

The Little Apple and Bottom Dog Theatre Company present: Richard Harris 10 year anniversary celebration.

October 25th 2012 is the 10th anniversary of the passing of Richard St John Harris. He left us poetry, songs and many great acting performances. His journey began in Limerick. 

On this night, today's Limerick actors, singers and poets bring you on his journey via Overdale and Thomond Park to London, New York, Wakefield, Cannes, Camelot, McArthur Park, Carraigthomond, Hollywood, the Bahamas, ancient Rome, Hogwarts school, Bedford Row, and the Pollack Holes in Kilkee.

A must see event for all fans of 'Dickie', it will be a game of 2 halves, Oscar nods, ball hops, glowing tributes, hell raisings and exciting new work!
 
Poetic, musical, artistic and theatrical contributions from; Joanne Ryan, Mark P O'Connor, Mike Finn, Pius McGrath, Dominic Taylor, Tom Muldowney, Richie Ryan, Conor J Ryan, Jared Nadin, Noel Egan, Fergus Costelloe, John Carmody, Ray Murphy, Barry Brien, Leah Ryan, Steve Maher, multimedia visuals by furry, choreography by Just Breathing.  More special guests tba! Directed by Mark P O'Connor.

Director Jordan knows how to make a classic feel invigorating again" The Irish Times

Set in a tenement house, against the backdrop of the Easter Rising in 1916, The Plough and the Stars is both an intimate play about the lives of ordinary people and an epic play about ideals and the birth of our nation.

Amidst the tumult of political upheaval, Jack and Nora Clitheroe are 'like two turtle doves always billing and cooing', much to the ridicule of their bustling neighbours. But when Ireland calls, Jack must choose between love for his wife and duty to his country.

Heartbreaking, disturbing and very funny, The Plough and The Stars is an historic play that every generation needs to see.

Director Wayne Jordan brings the fresh perspective of a new generation to this iconic play.

Cast includes: Kate Brennan, Kelly Campbell, Dara Devaney, Mark Fitzgerald, Tony Flynn, Gavin Fullam, Joe Hanley, Keith Hanna, Laurence Kinlan, Frankie McCafferty, Gillian McCarthy, Deirdre Molloy, Roxanna Nic Liam, Karl Quinn, Gabrielle Reidy and Barry Ward.

Production team includes: Set design: Tom Piper, Costume design: Joan O’Clery, Lighting design: Sinéad McKenn, Composer: Conor Linehan, Sound design: Ben Delaney, Movement: Sue Mythen.

"an exciting clarity and freshness to the play" Irish Theatre Magazine

Tickets: Evening: €30 full or €22.00 - Students/OAPs/Unwaged Matinee: €16

Neil Delamer 'DelaMere Mortal'

Saturday 26th January
University Concert Hall, Castletroy, Limerick

Keith Barry returns to UCH with his brand new show, "The Dark Side"! Keith Barry is one of the world’s leading international Mentalists and the leading TV Mentalist. Don't miss this brand new show which blends his unique style of illusion, hypnosis and dark humour! DON'T COME ALONE.........

Strictly Over 15s

Ticket Price: €30.00

Phone: +353 61 331549

Email: mairead.tierney@uch.ie

Web: www.uch.ie

Enjoy a wonderful Valentines inspired menu at The Carriagehouse Bar & Restaurant, which is located in the golf clubhouse. Early bird menu available from 5.00pm - 7.00pm at €26.50

From 7.00pm onwards the Valentines Menu is €35.95 per person

For reservations please telephone 061 605200

This is an annual literary event in honour of Limerick's famous author, Kate O'Brien. The theme for this year is 'Tell it slant' - a quote from an Emily dickinson poem about telling the truth.

The Kate O’Brien Weekend brings together readers and contemporary writers in a relaxed environment to discuss ideas, styles and topics that make up the work of today’s writers.

It is an invaluable opportunity for the solitary reader to meet and discuss current writing and to interact directly with writers they may or may not have read.

Friday 1st March at 1.00pm Hunt Museum, Rutland Street, Limerick

Mother’s Day is Sunday March 18th and what better way to treat your Mother than by bringing her for Afternoon Tea in the stunning surroundings of Adare Manor. Here you can enjoy Afternoon Tea fit for a queen with Adare Manor’s pastry chef, Louise Hedderman creating some of the most beautifully crafted sweet and savoury treats.

Give your Mum a day off this Mother’s Day and treat her to Afternoon Tea in Adare Manor, this can also be purchased in advance in the form of a gift certificate for €27.50 per person. Afternoon Tea is served daily in the Manor House from 2.00pm to 5.00pm. Telephone 061-605200 for further details and reservations.

The Limerick St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 17th looks set to once again be the largest parade in the country outside of Dublin with a huge number of colourful entries as well as hundreds of musicians, dancers and entertainers.

The popular International Band Parade and Competition will celebrate its 42nd anniversary and over 800 musicians will converge in Limerick for the party on March 18th 2013!

Sunday 17th March Limerick Racecourse, Greenmount Park, Patrickswell, County Limerick

Carmen

Wednesday 3rd April @ 8pm
University Concert Hall, Castletroy, Limerick