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BreakingNews.ie
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- BreakingNews.ie
Culture Night to launch programme of events for 2025
Culture Night will launch its programme of events for 2025 on Wednesday, August 6th. This year marks the 20th edition and will be launched at Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA). Advertisement The initiative Temple Bar Cultural Trust / Dublin City Council, Culture Night intially began as an innovative but relatively modest local event in 2006 with 40 venues opening free and late in the evening in Dublin's Temple Bar, expanding citywide in 2007, more than doubling in size with 87 cultural institutions participating. By 2010, the number of cities involved had doubled to 20 throughout the Republic, including the islands of Tory and Inis Meáin, the Gaeltacht regions and north of the border Derry joined Belfast in hosting Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir. Renowned Irish designer Helen Steele and members of brand-new female trad supergroup, Biird, will be on hand to launch the event this year that reflects Culture Night's 20 years of championing openness, discovery, and belonging through culture. Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir 2025 returns on Friday, 19th September with an expansive programme of late-night free events across Ireland, spotlighting the very best of our country's rich and diverse cultural landscape. The launch will take place on Wednesday at IMMA with photo opportunities at 10am-11am and interview opportunities from 11am-11:3oam.
Irish Examiner
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Desire Lines: A versatile Dunnes jacket, family events in Fota, and perfect pizza
The jacket Summer fashion on this lovely island of ours is all about layering. We can see ourselves turning to this delightful pop of colour from Helen Steele's latest collection at festivals, on a hillwalk, grabbing a coffee with friends... a truly versatile jacket. €35. The gift site Check out Wrapped in Kindness, a beautifully curated site stocking over 30 Irish makers. Ten per cent of all sales go to a charity of the customer's choice, with 11 partners to choose from, including Pieta House. Among the brands on offer are incredible vases from Laois based-EDP Creative, pictured. Other wonderful names brands include Studio Byrne, De Danu, Bread and Weather and more. The Buddha bowl Saba and Saba To Go's new Buddha bowls are now available for dine-in and takeaway across six branches in Dublin and Kildare Village. Balancing fresh ingredients and moreish Thai- and Vietnamese-inspired flavours, they offer a summery taste of Asia across 4 flavours, €16.95-17.95. We like the sound of red chicken mango bowl, with chicken marinated in red curry paste, brown and red rice, iceberg lettuce, cucumber, shredded carrots, bird's eye chillies, spring onions, pomegranate. mango, basil and mint in a tangy dressing. The wildlife events One of Fota Wildlife Park's giraffes in front of the Panoramic Wheel. Picture: Darragh Kane Fota Wildlife Park is bringing back its annual summer educational weekends with a programme of interactive, family-oriented events. The three themed weekends covering science, native species, and insect life will be held at Fota Wildlife Park's Education, Conservation and Research Centre (ECRC) and are included with entry. The Native Species Weekend on July 26 and 27 will focus on Ireland's rich biodiversity, with a series of interactive exhibits and biofacts highlighting the country's native wildlife and conservation efforts. Among the organisations taking part are Fota Wildlife Park's Education team, Dublin Zoo, Irish Whale and Dolphin Group, Nature Network Ireland, Irish Bee Conservation Project and Atlantic Technological University, Galway. August 16 and 17 will see the return of the Bug Bonanza Weekend. The new panoramic wheel also remains at the park for summer. The pizza With sweeping sea views, Dunmore House's Boatshed Pizza is the place of summer dreams. Nestled in Clonakilty Bay, the award-winning hotel is famous for sea walks, beautiful beaches – and great food. With a state of the art pizza oven on the Sea Terrace, there's a taste of Italy with chef, Paolo Chiappa. Making his own dough and tomato sauce, Paolo sources local ingredients to finish his pizzas with a West Cork accent on an Italian favourite. Using vegetables and herbs from the scenic organic Ocean Garden at Dunmore House (you can also visit this), Paolo adds firm favourites like Toonsbridge mozzarella, O'Neil's black pudding, Gubbeen cheese and Cashel Blue to his menu. The service is another standout, pure down-to-earth, West Cork authenticity. Don't miss it this summer. Open 1-7.30pm, Thurs-Mon. The chocolates Gunpowder Irish Gin and Butlers Chocolates have launched a new range of premium-gin truffles. In-store in Butlers Chocolate Cafés in Dublin, Cork and Belfast International airports, they will roll out to international markets in the coming weeks. The original Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin milk chocolate gin truffle is joined by the summery sounding Sardinian Citrus white chocolate lemon gin truffle and the Californian Orange Citrus milk chocolate orange gin truffle. The watches Perfect for the rebel in your life, Swatch's new No Rules launch has been designed with Mercury Prize- and BRIT-nominees Nova Twins. With names like Lash Out and Distort Mode, the colourful collection brings an edgy post-punk sensibility to the Swiss timepiece, in 5 bold designs. From €90-140. Compiled by Vickie Maye, Nicole Glennon and Jillian Bolger. weekend@
The Irish Sun
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Dunnes Stores fans set to love cute crochet set perfect for warm days – and it costs just €20
DUNNES Stores fans are set to love a cute crochet set perfect for warm days after it landed on racks. The new outfit is ideal for the 26C heat over the coming days. 2 Get the perfect summer look with Dunnes Stores Credit: 2 The new Helen Steele short set is perfect for the warmer temperatures Credit: Dunnes Keep cool and stylish this summer with all the stunning new collections from a famous Irish designer. Helen Steele is making us crazy for crochet with her new shorts and shirt set in stores. The top retails for just €20 and is made with a super soft towelling material - perfect for the With a collared style this shirt features a button opening and two crochet detail pockets to the front. READ MORE ON FASHION Style this look with a mini white rara skirt and sandals for a chic Or, better yet, pair it with the matching shorts for just €20. The second half of the look is designed with an elasticated waistband for maximum comfort with two side entry pockets for personal items. Most read in Fabulous Everyone can rock the cute new set this summer with sizes ranging from XS to XL. Both items are available online and in select shops in Ireland. Dunnes Stores fans are rushing to buy new Skims dupe tops in store Meanwhile, other fashion fans were loving the latest dreamy One Irish shopper shared the latest t-shirts in stores that are a perfect dupe for a brand. Rebecca Whiteley, shared the newest Skims style t-shirt in stores for just €8. Save over €60 as the Skims original retails for €68 online. Shop the look with sizes starting from XS going up to XXL. Choose from butter yellow, light pink or sea green in the latest dupe from . Shine in the colour of the season as you pair the yellow with matching wide-leg joggers and zip up for a cosy airport outfit. Or get the perfect party look when you style the sea green with low waisted blue jeans and white kitten heels. All colours are available on their website and in stores. THE HISTORY OF DUNNES STORES DUNNES Stores opened its first store on Patrick Street in Cork in 1944 - and it was an instant hit. Shoppers from all over the city rushed to the store to snap up quality clothing at pre-war prices in Ireland's first 'shopping frenzy'. During the excitement, a window was forced in and the police had to be called to help control the crowds hoping to bag founder Ben Dunne's 'Better Value' bargains. Dunnes later opened more stores in the 1950s and began to sell groceries in 1960 - starting with apples and oranges. The retailer said: "Fruit was expensive at the time and Ben Dunne yet again offered Better Value than anyone else in town. "Over time, our food selection has grown and that spirit of good value has remained strong. "Now we offer a wide range of carefully-sourced foods from both local Irish suppliers and overseas." The retailer's first Dublin store opened its doors in 1957 on Henry Street and a super store on South Great Georges Street was unveiled in 1960. They added: "In 1971, our first Northern Irish store opened, and many others soon followed. "Expansion continued in the 1980s in Spain, and later into Scotland and England." Dunnes now has 142 stores and employs 15,000 people.
The Irish Sun
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Dunnes Stores fans set to love new funky fleece that's perfect for festivals – and it costs just €30
DUNNES Stores fans are set to love a funky new fleece that's perfect for festivals after it landed on racks. The new Helen Steele Print Half Zip Micro Fleece is just €30. Advertisement 2 Get the fun festival look from Dunnes Stores just in time for summer Credit: 2 The new Helen Steele Print Half Zip Micro Fleece is just €30 Credit: Party in comfort at all your favourite music events in this fun fleece from The latest item from Keep your phone, keys or even drinks safe this festival season in the pockets at the front of the half zip. The official funky 'Miami Vice' all-over print works for layering over activewear or everyday casual wear. Advertisement READ MORE ON FABULOUS FASHION Pair with a long white skirt and combat boots for a fun Or keep it casual with black leggings and chunky trainers for a more chic day-to-day outfit. Get a summery fit when you match the print with a bright orange vest and biker shorts. You can stay chic in the unpredictable Irish weather for just €30 with the new Helen Steele Print Half Zip Micro Fleece. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Exclusive The Irish Get this must-have concert staple online or in select stores across the country. 'I adore this colour', cries Dunnes Stores fan as she tries on €40 'ultra-feminine' dress Meanwhile, one fashion fan flaunted a new dress of the summer from the Irish retailer. Gina Farrell, who posts under the username , on Instagram, shared a video showing off her fabulous buy . Advertisement She revealed the stunning Gallery Sylvie Crochet Tiered Midi Dress costing €40 - and it comes in a beautiful baby blue colour. have described the dress as "ultra-feminine", featuring a delicately crafted crochet bodice adorned with intricate floral motifs. The tiered skirt is made from softly shirred fabric, which creates a romantic silhouette. The new dress from the Gallery range comes in a stunning baby blue colour that is just perfect for summer. Advertisement The stunning new must have item is available to purchase in sizes 8 to 18. However, fashion fans are urged to act swiftly as it is set to be a massive sell-out, with sizes 10 no longer available to purchase online. THE HISTORY OF DUNNES STORES DUNNES Stores opened its first store on Patrick Street in Cork in 1944 - and it was an instant hit. Shoppers from all over the city rushed to the store to snap up quality clothing at pre-war prices in Ireland's first 'shopping frenzy'. During the excitement, a window was forced in and the police had to be called to help control the crowds hoping to bag founder Ben Dunne's 'Better Value' bargains. Dunnes later opened more stores in the 1950s and began to sell groceries in 1960 - starting with apples and oranges. The retailer said: "Fruit was expensive at the time and Ben Dunne yet again offered Better Value than anyone else in town. "Over time, our food selection has grown and that spirit of good value has remained strong. "Now we offer a wide range of carefully-sourced foods from both local Irish suppliers and overseas." The retailer's first Dublin store opened its doors in 1957 on Henry Street and a super store on South Great Georges Street was unveiled in 1960. They added: "In 1971, our first Northern Irish store opened, and many others soon followed. "Expansion continued in the 1980s in Spain, and later into Scotland and England." Dunnes now has 142 stores and employs 15,000 people.
Belfast Telegraph
07-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Belfast Telegraph
The Great Outdoors...whatever the weather
If you're planning on going walking over the summer months, Aine Toner has compiled some quality kit If you're planning on going walking over the summer months, Aine Toner has compiled some quality kit Flare leggings, £25.99, Zara Fleece, £30, Helen Steele at Dunnes Stores Trainers, £85, Adidas Walking shoe, £90, Regatta Raincoat, £149, Scamp & Dude Leggings, £14, Kappa at Primark Hoodie, £65, Scamp & Dude Denim shorts, £30, V by Very Cargo jacket, £49, jog pants, £30, Cotton Traders Denim shorts, £16, George at Asda Hoodie, £48, Joe Browns Knitted hoodie, £69, Crew Clothing Jeans, £59, Crew Clothing Ankle wellies, £35, M&S Quilted jacket, £159, Barbour Top, £25, fleece, £45, leggings, £27.50, M&S Fleece, £60, Regatta Borg gilet, £28, Threadbare Denim jacket, £59, Monsoon Waxed jacket, £249, Barbour Trainers, £110, Veja Hoodie, £20, Bonmarche Denim shorts, £27.99, New Look Related topics Aine Toner
