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If the theatre is your thing, then you are in for a treat this week, with 3 different plays being staged throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days. There is also the usual mix of live music, social cafes, fun runs, quiz nights, public talks, etc…there’s even a psychic in town…but you probably already […]

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The days are already getting longer & warmer & so the itch to get back ‘out & about’ grows stronger every day. Once again, there are plenty of events taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days, ranging from; live music. Film club, theatre, public talks, fundraisers & social gatherings, etc… Here are […]

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Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether loved up or not, there are plenty of activities taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days. There is the usual mix of theatre, live music, community engagements, fundraisers, social gatherings & so much more. Here are just a few suggestions. 14   Stars In Their Eyes   Baltimore 15   Love […]

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It’s fair to say, that you are never too old to enjoy yourself, even if it means slowing down a bit 🙂 With this in mind, there are plenty of festivals/events taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days that offer both choice & variety…for all ages. Here are just a few suggestions. […]

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There are 5 Festivals taking place throughout West Cork this weekend; x2 Trad, Beatle’s Fest, Catch & Match & Brigid’s Festival, Bandon. There is also the usual mix of live music, theatre, public talks, AGM’s, quiz nights, film clubs, etc - there’s even a bird race & an international snooker exhibition. Here are just a […]

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Last Monday, or 'Blue Monday' as it is better known, is officially the most depressing day of the calendar year. On the Brightside, at least it’s done & dusted, but for those of you that do need support, the help is out there. So whether you are seeking help or looking for something fun, there […]

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A combination of bad weather & a distinct lack of personal funds usually means that January is the quietest of all the calendar months. That said, there is still a mixture of events taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days. Here are just a few suggestions. 17   Film Club   Bandon 17   Night […]

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Yes, I am excited about Christmas & I hope that you are too. However, there will be many, many people this year, which will not be joining in with the Xmas joy. Whether someone is homeless, bereaved, poverty stricken or terminally ill, there are plenty of reasons to Spare A Thought for others, particularly this […]

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Feel a lot like Christmas…& with 43 Xmas themed events taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days, there’s definitely no excuse, other than to join in with the festive spirit. Ranging from markets, kids parties, social dances, community cafes, bingo nights, carol services, storytime & of course, that all important Santa visit. […]

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As Christmas approaches, there are a series of concert fundraisers taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days, so please support if you can. That said, there is the usual mix of Xmas fairs, markets & Santa visits, as well as live music, cinema, community cafes, fundraisers, AGM’s & even a darts & […]

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No, not the song, but the Xmas Jumper Swap, taking place in Bandon tomorrow night – In fact, there are 28 Xmas themed events taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days. There are also 49 events happening over the course of this weekend & 118 events for the month of December to […]

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With the world ever changing, it’s good to go back to a time when things weren’t so hectic. This week there are 2 events which will allow you to do just that. There is also the present to think about, with ‘present’ being the operative word & with 10 separate Xmas events taking place throughout […]

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Yes, it’s that time of year…again 🙂 The reason I am promoting it so early myself, is because, it not only allows are community to come together, but because it is also a very important time of the year for local business…not to mention fun! As ever, there is the usual mix of activities taking […]

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Any business in West Cork that can proudly celebrate 50 years serving the community surely has to be congratulated. So, if you are in Timoleague tonight, you’re sure in for a treat at Charlie Maddens Bar. For those further afield, worry not, as there are plenty of other activities taking place throughout West Cork over […]

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Samhain/Halloween is officially over, although there are still some events taking place this week, so I now want to focus on the various fundraisers that will be taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days. There is of course the usual mix of festivals & events, so if you are still in the […]

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For those of you that believe in folklore, then you will know all about the Festival of Samhain & how it long precedes Halloween…In fact, it is here in Ireland that Halloween originated. So this week, I am dedicating all of my listings to Spooky festivals/events taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 […]

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If you fancy a cuppa & a chat, then head to Bantry this afternoon & pop into the Community Café on Bridge Street, for the Mad Hatters Tea Party, as part of the Feel Good Festival. However, if that is not your cup of tea (Ha! Ha!), there is the usual mix of theatre, live […]

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The must gig this week has to be the ‘Live Life & Sing’ festival taking place in Bantry this Saturday 12th October. There are a series of workshops in the morning, followed by X3 concerts, during the afternoon & evening, involving 12 community choirs. That said, there is also the usual mix of live performances, […]

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