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Irish Examiner
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Cork Rocks for Rory: Tribute to Rory Gallagher launches with citywide events and exhibitions
The Rory Gallagher estate, in collaboration with Cork City Council and Cork City Libraries, is hosting a citywide tribute to the guitar legend to mark the 30th anniversary of his death. Cork Rocks for Rory will see photographic and original memorabilia exhibitions take place at iconic buildings across the city this June, as well as a city-wide walking trail that will commemorate the life and legacy of the blues and rock icon. The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Dan Boyle remembered Rory Gallagher as Cork's 'finest cultural export across the world' and highlighted the importance of celebrating his genius on the 30th anniversary of his death. The musician's nephew, Eoin Gallagher, said: 'The popularity and interest in Rory's music and life has only continued to grow and grow here in Ireland and throughout the world. 'We are delighted to support these simultaneous exhibitions and the establishment of the permanent 'Rory Gallagher's 'Stompin' Ground' Cork City Walking Trail.' He said the initiative would help provide visitors to Cork, many of whom are Rory Gallagher fans, with information about the places the musician lived, learned, and performed in the city. 'The Rory Gallagher estate is committed to continuing to share the magic of Rory Gallagher's music and look forward to building together with Cork City Council and future partners in continuing to honour Rory's legacy and Cork roots,' he said. Cork City librarian David O'Brien described the 'Cork Rocks for Rory' initiative as a wonderful opportunity to honour Gallagher's legacy. He said it was especially pleasing for Cork City Library, given the music library is named after him. Events taking place from June 14 include a display of Gallagher's first guitar and first recordings at a photographic exhibition, which will include never-before-seen images of the musician; a display of some of Gallagher's handwritten lyrics; selections from his personal vinyl and book collections; and a display of Gallagher's tour memorabilia, instruments, and amps. Read More Rising numbers prompts benediction at Cork's historic Eucharistic Procession to move outdoors
Irish Examiner
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
10 highlights of Cork World Book Fest this weekend
Book Launch: Prisoner's Bodies by Oisin Wall, 5pm on April 25, the Dora Allman Room, The HUB, UCC Admission: Free Prisoners' Bodies is the first book on the history of the prisoner-driven movement that sought to revolutionise the prison system in Ireland between 1972 and 1985. The book, which charts the rise and fall of prisoners' organisations, their changing social networks, tactics, and splits, will be launched by prison historian Professor Catherine Cox; activist with the Irish Penal Abolition Network Dr Elizabeth Kiely; and Michael Donnelly who will speak about his experiences in Irish prisons in the 1980s. Irish Food History: A Companion, 5pm on April 25, The Farmgate Admission: Free One for the seasoned foodies, keen historians, and those merely curious about life, Irish Food History: A Companion takes the reader on an expert journey through Ireland's culinary past. Martin Mac an Iomaire and Grace Neville chat with Joe McNamee about Irish Food History: A Companion, winner of the Food & Drink book of the year 2024. Spoken Stories: Navigating the imaginative breadth of what it means to be alive today, 8pm on 25 April, Triskel Admission: €5 Commissioned from some of the most dynamic contemporary writers associated with Ireland and the short story, Spoken Stories is a theme-led trilogy of 36 original stories. Nuala O'Connor, Paul McVeigh, and Cork's own Colm Ó Ceallachain gather at the Triksel to tell tales, hosted by RTÉ culture and arts producer and editor Clíodhna Ní Anluain. Book Market on the Grand Parade, 10am to 4pm on April 26, Grand Parade Admission: Free Pop along to the annual book market, which offers an array of literary finds from some of the finest book sellers in Cork city and county. There will also be food to go on Grand Parade, as well as some produce and craft stalls. Get Published Day: Meet the Agents, 10am on April 26, Cork City Library Admission: Free People are invited to join Vanessa Fox O'Loughlin with Simon Trewin and Nicky Lovick at Cork City Library to find out what is required in a submission package and how to increase chances of success. One City One Book: Stone Mad by Seamus Murphy, 2pm on April 26, Cork Public Museum, Fitzgerald's Park Admission: Free Cork City Libraries' One City, One Book for 2025; Stone Mad by Seamus Murphy, published by Mercier Press, marks the 50th anniversary of the famous sculptor's death with a book launch by Eiléan Ní Chuilleanáin and a walking tour with Eoghan Daltun. Seamus Murphy, Stone Mad. Beautiful, Wilful & Adrift, 7pm on April 26, Triskel Admission: €5 Irish novelists Kathleen Murray and Lisa Harding discuss their works with fellow writer Paul McVeigh. The conversation will discuss Murray's tragicomedy, her colourful players, and celebration of the heroism involved in fraternal love. Buile Shuibhne: Sweeney's Madness, 8.30pm on April 26, Triskel Admission: €5 People are invited to experience, for the first time in Cork, the multi-media staging of Sweeney's Madness featuring modern Irish and Scottish Gaelic versions by poet Rody Gorman, with live music by composer Seán MacErlaine and singer Diane Ni Channáin and screen projections by artist Margaret Lonergan. The Best of Everything, 3pm on April 27, River Lee Hotel Admission: Free, booking essential Award-winning writer Kit de Waal and Paul McVeigh discuss de Waal's latest novel The Best of Everything which is released this month. Kit de Waal's debut novel My Name Is Leon was an international bestseller. It was adapted for television by the BBC and is now on the GCSE curriculum for schools. Crime Time at the River Lee, 4.30pm on April 27, River Lee Hotel Admission: Free, booking essential Catherine Ryan Howard and Catherine Kirwan both celebrate their new thrillers, which are published this month. In a discussion with Swirl and Thread blogger Mairéad Hearne, they discuss how they continue to create suspense, page-turning, ingenious plots, and gripping conclusions.
Irish Examiner
22-04-2025
- General
- Irish Examiner
Tots to teens: Learn the simple signs parents can use to communicate with their babies
Babies communicate with their hands long before they can talk. They wave. They clap. They point. This is because they master using their hands to make signs before they master manipulating the muscles in their mouth to form words. An event at Cork City Library, on Grand Parade, at noon on Thursday, April 24, offers parents the opportunity to learn some simple signs they can use to communicate with their babies. Hosted by Claire Glynn, of Clever Little Handies, the event will introduce parents to Irish Sign Language, and there will also be rhyming storytelling sessions for everyone to enjoy. The event is free and all are welcome, but it's recommended that you reserve your spot at A baby journal When Co Kildare mother of two Bronagh Davidson was pregnant, she kept a journal to record the experience. She wanted to track all the special moments, from the first flutters to the strangest cravings. She also hoped the journals would help her to connect with her babies, while creating a keepsake she could pass down to them in years to come. She tried several different journals, but never felt any of them was quite right. Eventually, she decided to design one of her own. My Pregnancy Journal is the delightful result. It contains weekly progress updates, with space for personal notes and photos, sections where mums-to-be can write letters to their babies, trimester calendars to mark milestones, special pages for events like baby showers and nursery planning, and so much more. The journal is available from and costs €44.97. Learning to cycle Learning how to ride a bike is one of the rites of passage of childhood. But it can be a difficult skill to master. This is where the YVolution Y Velo junior balance bike can help. YVolution is a Dublin-based company that produces a range of bikes and scooters, and this balance bike is one of their best-sellers. A balance bike has no pedals, allowing children to learn the skill of balance, and making it much easier for them to transition to a regular bike. The Y Velo junior balance bike is designed for children aged 18 months to four years, and the height of its seat and handlebars can be adjusted as they grow. It's also got large wheels and higher ground clearance, which make it safer and easier to ride on uneven surfaces. The bike is available in most toy shops for €54.99. Second-hand baby gear The Baby Market returns to Cork next weekend, with all sorts of pre-loved baby, children, and maternity products available for parents to buy and sell. Taking place in the Ballyphehane Community Centre from noon to 2pm on Sunday, April 27, it's the ideal place for parents-to-be to pick up bits and pieces at affordable prices. Local baby-related businesses, service providers, and craftspeople will also have stalls at the market. Entry to the market costs €8 per person or €9 for a family of four. Solid foods It can be difficult for parents to determine when and how to introduce solid food to their baby safely. A new book by the American Academy of Paediatrics aims to make the process a little easier. Baby Leads the Way is written by a multidisciplinary team of medical professionals, including dietitians, paediatricians, lactation consultants, and allergy specialists, all of whom are mothers. They have put together a straightforward, step-by-step framework that is packed with practical advice. It covers everything from teaching babies to feed themselves to creating balanced meals and modifying dishes to make meals that the whole family can enjoy. The book is released today and it retails for €20. Read More Tots to Teens: Bringing colour to a grey world in Stockingopolis
