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T L M c o ntr i buto r s Editor’s Note
K ayleigh Ziolo
The clocks may be going back soon but don’t head into hibernation mode just yet – there’s plenty going on in Limerick to drag you out into the dark hours! Music-wise, local sensations and TLM cover stars Hermitage Green are back with new music and tour dates, and legendary Irish songster Mundy is coming to town. Limerick will also be host to I.NY, a new festival exploring the cultural connections between Ireland and New York- there are some incredible speakers and artists due to appear at the event so be sure to read our feature for more details. Finally we have all the recipes, crafts and family fun you need to make a very Happy Halloween! Also to let you all know this will be my last issue as Editor of TLM! I am stepping back to concentrate on my first love, writing. I want to thank everyone who has read, contributed and appeared in these pages for making the magazine what it is today - it's been an absolute pleasure!
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Darragh Griffin tells TLM Lion’s Share is about
Their unique use of traditional Irish instruments
The EP will be a reflection of the past 18 months for
by Dan Murphy and fellow musician Gary Keane,
djembe and banjo is largely what distinguishes the
Your Soul, extensive touring, to highlights such as
the human condition. Although the song was wrote Darragh’s interpretation of the song is that “it’s about
wanting, desire; having desire for different things
that are fundamentally bad for you.” The ‘lion’s share’ is what’s left in the end, he explains. However, the musician said that he doesn’t want to completely give
the game away. When it comes to interpreting what the lyrics of songs mean he said that: “We like to leave people make their own impression of it.” Hermitage Green are back with their new single Lion’s
Share and an EP on the way. The Limerick band released the song in early September along with UK and Irish tour dates for mid-October through to December.
The new single details what lead singer Dan Murphy describes as an expression of certain aspects of human behaviour. “Indulgence, greed, selfishness, the
innate need to consume, and lastly a complete sense of apathy for all of the above. When you care for
nothing - that is the moment when you can reap the
full rewards,” he explains in a recent interview with Hot Press magazine.
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The song details a caustic relationship where the
singer is caught in the lion’s den and torn to pieces
in the end. Despite the dark and bleak theme of the song, musically it remains catchy and up-beat.
The folk-rockers signature sound is captured
throughout Lion’s Share, with a more refined and
polished feel to it when compared to previous work.
such as the bodhrán, as well as others such as the
band from others in the same genre. Lion’s Share is
no exception as their signature instrumentation is heard throughout single. Darragh points out the use of the digeridoo, synthesisers, and the harmonica in
the single as the band was trying to return to their
roots of using unique instrumentation in their music. True to its name, overall Lion’s Share has a big, arena
feel to it, which should catapult the band and EP into the charts.
With such a devotion to finding their sound, Hermitage Green fans can be assured that the new EP coming out in October will be jam-packed with the best of what the band has to offer.
the band, from the release of their debut album Save playing the mainstage at Electric Picnic. The band had
wrote almost 20 new songs by early 2017 but choose the best 6 to feature on the EP, which was produced
by Matt Lawrence. The producer is renowned and
highly regarded, having worked with musicians such as Adele, Amy Winehouse, and Van Morrison.
Darragh says that the EP contains 6 quite different
songs, but that it’s the record that the band is happiest
with so far. He describes it as the “purest Hermitage Green record” to date. In terms of each person having
input into the writing and recording process, it is the one that all the members band was the most involved
in. He explains that the band really came together during the process of creating the new EP and that it reflects the sound that Hermitage Green wants to have.
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For fans wondering whether an album will be
Prior to Save your Soul, and being signed, the band
"We were very much a bar band transitioning to
they’re not thinking about that at the moment. “We’re
Dan recalls that at the time people wouldn’t know
to be released, it’s clear that Hermitage Green is on
following soon after the new EP, Darragh says that just out of the whole process of doing the EP and
all that goes with it.” For the time being the band
would like to get the EP out for people to hear it, and
to get a feel for what people think of their direction
released a live album titled Live at Whelans in 2013. their songs at gigs. The only songs people knew were the few that had uploaded on YouTube. “We had hardly been in a studio.
the big stage at that point.” With the new EP due to creating bigger and better things, and have come
far from their humble beginnings as a jam session between friends.
at the moment, but they acknowledge that eventually
We had all these songs that we wanted to get out
As for how 2017 has been for Hermitage Green so
music will begin again.
resources at that time to record a full studio album
brilliant so far.” In fact, each year seems to be better
the writing and recording process of producing new
Speaking about how the band has developed since
the release of their previous album Save Your Soul
to people and we didn’t have the money or the independently without a label so we said we would do a live album.”
in 2016, Darragh says that they have added a couple
Live at Whelans served its purpose according to Dan
tried to return to a more roots-y sound,” he emphasises,
kind of a snapshot of where we were at that time. All
of instruments and new elements to their songs. “We
though he acknowledges the rock component of their music remains, which makes it hard to put the band
solely into one genre. As for the response the band wants to get from the EP, Darragh says “hopefully
at the start of the year. They began recording new
We were still sort of teenagers as a band when that came out.”
in studios and playing at festivals. When the live-
names both at home and on the international stage.
While signed to Sony Music Ireland they released their debut studio album Save your Soul. The band
sound and grown from playing in bars to recording
of June until the end of August they began their
summer schedule of playing gigs. “Every weekend we were in another corner of the country.”
band this year are gigs in Dubai, Singapore, and
the band feels more like adults. After hearing Lion’s Share, it’s clear that Hermitage Green have finally established their own unique voice as a band.
have been key moments in the bands career. When
in 2014 and again 2016. The gigs can be said to
comparing the progression of the band between the
first and the second gig Dan said that: “We’ve sort of
graduated now” He explained that Hermitage Green “finally got our live sound together.”
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was finished, Darragh explained that from the middle
what the band was. Since Save your Soul was released,
were “juggling a couple of genres” and were unsure of
have been written by individuals in the band. That explained.
material in May in a studio in Wales. Once recording
Hermitage Green also played in America in February
The lads played Live at the Big Top in Limerick
usually calls for a couple of different styles”, Dan
December and the band started writing songs for it
album was released the singer explained that they
described the album as a “mixed bag” with pop tracks, acoustics, ballads, and rock songs. “A lot of the songs
now releasing music independently.
we used to do were gigs. We just gigged non-stop.
The band’s career and popularity has been growing
James, and The Pogues, they are becoming household
direction since signing with Sony Records and are
The production of the EP began last November and
Since Live at Whelans the band has developed their
the stage with the likes of Walking on Cars, Gavin
than the last for the band, who have taken a different
as the band got a tour from it. “Live at Whelans was
people recognise that our sound has developed.”
steadily since its formation in 2010. Having shared
far, Darragh says that it’s been “extremely busy but
and again in August. Still to come this year for the Australia, as well as their Ireland and UK tour starting in October.
Hermitage Green will be playing at the Wexford Spiegeltent Festival on the 14th of October and
the Cork Opera House on the 19th October before
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Music Int e rv ie w Du ke Sp ec i a l Duke Special’s new album Hallow is out on 6th October,
Duke is inspired by the art and creativity around him,
"Having that grassroots support following your
on a solo tour in conjunction with the release.
to meld other genres with music. He has written
believe in. It provides more artistic freedom - you
and the pianist, songwriter and performer is embarking
Duke Special has worked with a number of artists, beginning with Belfast songwriter Brian Huston
and has since written and performed extensively as solo artist, collaborating with Ulster Orchestra and Clannad to name but a few. Born Peter Wilson, Duke is both a gentleman and a gentle man, who when
speaking about music shows a curious and searching
soul. We were delighted to talk to him about his inspirations and processes that go into his music.
Hallow is based on the work of poet Michael Longley, a renowned Belfast writer whose work is known for using classical allusions to cast new light on contemporary issues, such as the Troubles and politics in Northern Ireland. How did Duke come to be familiar with his writing and what prompted him to use his words as the basis for the music of
Hallow? “I went to see him speak at an event and I was immediately struck by his words and their quiet
impact, I was simply drawn to the way he wrote and
and throughout his career he has tried to find ways
and performed music for theatre, including National Theatre’s 2009 production of Mother Courage and Her Children by Berthold Brecht, and more recently
Andrew Doyle’s adaptation of Gulliver’s Travels. “Visual arts, poetry, music, theatre; they are separate things but I like I explore the place where arts collide
and create something else. Longley’s poems were never meant to be written to music, but I found songs
years, which he says seems like a lifetime. Coming from a musical background – his grandmother and
mother both grew up playing piano too - it took a
while for Duke Special to evolve into the artist he
is today. “It was a case of trial and error! Exploring ways to translate my own experiences and things I
audience. Of course, it depends on the artist and how comfortable they are sharing that much – it can be exposing, and it doesn’t work for all, but it works very well for me.”
Andrew Doyle. “The focus is on Hallow and the tour,
frequently with other musicians, writers and
performers. “Through collaborating with other artists
I’ve learned a lot, from something as simple as how to set up on stage, to broader techniques and artistic
approaches. There is a lot to learn from others even if they are not the same musical style as you. You may
also learn about the things that you don’t want to do, or rather that aren’t the right way for you to go about it! So it’s a positive experience either way.”
Hallow through pre-orders on his crowdfunding
Duke has been in the music business for over 15
your work, you are making music for you and for your
He performs mostly as a solo artist, but collaborates
almost randomly; I was drawn to particular poems for in me, and I began to create the music from them.”
record company making finance-led decisions on
Outside of the tour, Duke is also writing score for
His openness to share in the artistic process also
no real reason other than they just evoked something
are not under the pressure of a middle man from a
within them.”
so I went about reading more of his work, purely out
of my own curiosity. The songs started to come about
progress, you are conscious of delivering what they
Huckleberry Finn, another new production by
I’m in the process of figuring out how the songs will be performed by me solo – during recording there
would be instruments and sounds involved that you don’t have on stage, so it’s a case of working out how to make it work without those elements. I think it’ll
be fine though! I’m looking forward to bringing it to the stage.”
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extends to his audience. Duke raised the funds for
platform, advocateduke.com. For him, it provides the opportunity to connect in a more meaningful way with fans. “It’s not as straightforward for musicians now to get a platform and make music professionally so you
have to look at other avenues, but those changes have opened up more channels between artists and their
audience. Fans of my work are more directly involved in the process; they have become collaborators in a way, which I think is a really beautiful thing.
was inspired by into my own music.”
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What to expect
Dr. Jane O’Meara Sanders, founder of the Sanders
F e at ur e I . NY
Institution, has been added to I.NY programme, alongside
dancer
Jean
Butler, author
Joseph
O’Connor, film producer Maura Kelly, Disney
executive Trish Long, and much-loved broadcaster Mícheál Ó’Muircheartaigh.
Born in Brooklyn to Irish parents, Dr. Jane O’Meara
Sanders is a founding member of the Sanders Institute, a fellowship comprised of leaders dedicated
to transforming democracy through the research, education, outreach and advancement of bold, progressive ideas and values. Dr. O’Meara Sanders was also at the centre of the 2016 American presidential
election as senior political advisor to, and wife of, Democratic Senator Bernie Sanders.
Dr. O’Meara Sanders is appearing as part of the I.NY Annie Moore Talks series, in conversation with
Joseph O’Connor, award-winning novelist and Frank
McCourt Chair of Creative Writing at the University of Limerick. She will discuss the 2016 Presidential
election, the Sanders campaign and Institute, the Republican and Democratic rivals faced, and the
current political climate in America. She will discuss
as well her own Irish heritage, her upbringing in 1950’s Brooklyn in an Irish-American home, and the
influence of Irish art, music and literature on her life. Finally, she will tell her and Bernie Sanders’ shared I.NY is an international cultural project that celebrates
The festival also explores the breadth and depth of the
"The intention is to uncover the stories that are the
story, having grown up just blocks from each other in
York. The broader project includes year-round digital
widened programming highlighting historical and
audience, encourage that audience to share their
candidate and activist in Vermont.
that relationship to life in an Irish city. I.NY creates
A multitude of artists will be also performing in
to be local and global, Irish and American, emigrant
pairing up for a fascinating night of conversation
The ambition is that the I.NY project will become
Byrne, and Glen Hansard and Joseph O’ Connor at
Irish and New York audiences and communities,
Devereux at Dolan’s Warehouse.
international focus and with an incredible line-up for
To take the conversation even further, The I.NY
in Limerick, with Shannon Airport on our doorstep
American guests to Dromoland Castle for an evening
and brings to life the shared story of Ireland and New
story exchange, collaborations and residencies, and crossAtlantic initiatives in art, education and enterprise.
connection between Ireland and New York through
contemporary stories of public service, sport, politics, fashion, food, religion, crime and more.
Ireland and New York have long been synonymous
I.NY is the brainchild of David O’Donovan and Aoife
ever-continuing exchange of culture, the shaping
support of numerous individuals and organisations in
with each other – there is a shared history, an
of respective identities and the impact of each
place on the other. Of the 34.5million people in North America who claim Irish heritage, it is New
York State that the largest number of them call home. Anchored in cultural programming, I.NY
festival celebrates the history and modernity of the
relationship through music, literature, film, theatre, exhibitions, presentations, street-art and the Annie
Flynn, who developed the project with the help and Ireland and New York over a two-year period. David
says, “It’s from a fascination with and love for both the history and modernity of the Ireland New York relationship that I.NY is built.
fabric of that relationship, to tell them to a wide own, and once a year, through these stories, bring
Brooklyn, but who first met decades later as political
opportunities for an audience to explore what it means
Limerick throughout October, with some big names
and native, and to share and experience these stories.”
and music, including Damien Dempsey and Chris
a key place of exchange and engagement between
The Lime Tree Theatre, plus Gerry Leonard & Eoin
and a flagship national annual event with a unique their first year. And what better place to hold it than
Gathering invites and welcomes Irish and Irish
meaning New York is just a 5 hour journey away.
of story, music and exchange.
Moore talks series.
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During the evening, guest speakers Orla Kiely, Tim
She has designed three capsule collections for the
Maura Kelly
their history and relationship with New York, and
Bauhaus, sixties era and a new collection is currently
and her family set down roots in New York when
O’Connor and Maura Kelly will tell the stories of the personal and professional impact the city has had
on them. The I.NY Gathering aims to prompts this
conversation across the room – and the organisers
invite guests to share their individual experience of the Ireland New York story on the night. This will
be the first of what is intended as an annual event, where the Irish diaspora can gather at the end of their
visit, eat and drink with friends and relatives from
home, and celebrate the relationships revived or made
Tate in conjunction with summer exhibitions such as
available in the Tate gallery, and has won four UK Fashion Export Awards including the Gold award.
Orla’s London flagship store and showroom opened
in September 2005 in Covent Garden followed by a
second store on the Kings Road in 2010. Her first New York store opened in Soho’s Mercer Street in 2011, with a second opening on Bleecker Street in the West Village in 2016.
new. A ticket includes a welcome reception and five-
Tim O’Connor
the five star Dromoland Castle. If you wish to stay
O’Connor is a distinguished former public servant
course gala dinner in the exceptional surroundings of overnight in Dromoland Castle there is an exclusive
I.NY rate of €230 per room Bed & Breakfast. To avail
of this rate please contact Dromoland Castle directly
on (061) 368 144 and quote ‘I.NY Gathering’. Please note rooms are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.
I.NY Gathering – speaker profiles
A native of Killeedy in West Limerick, Tim
and diplomat who played a pivotal behind the scenes role in the Northern Peace talks. Tim served as the Consul General of Ireland in New York from 2005-
2007, was to the forefront of bringing arts and culture to the centre of the relationship between Ireland and
the diaspora in New York at that time, and was a key
initiator and driver in the development of the new Irish Arts Centre in Manhattan.
Orla Kiely
He served as Secretary General to President Mary
National College of Art, before travelling to New
civil service and dividing his time between his own
‘gained the best colour training anyone could possibly
public sector and with NGOs Chairman of the
from the Royal College of Art in London, and in
Ireland initiative in 2013, Tim was also Chairman
husband Dermott Rowan, anchored in the unique and
UCD from 2010-2015. He has also served in many
2004, Orla was awarded the Irish Tatler Irish Woman
Vice-Chairman of Limerick National City of Culture
entrepreneurial women in 2008, and in 2009 was a
innovative initiative of Limerick Local Authority,
Year Awards. In 2011 Orla was awarded an Honorary
million diaspora around the world.
Maura Kelly is originally from Killarney. Maura
she was seven years old. She is an Emmy Awardwinning producer, and principal of Purple Mountain Media, a consultancy practice that helps creators and
entrepreneurs develop and launch media and cultural initiatives.
Her career spans leadership positions in broadcast
television at PBS/ WNET (Executive Producer)
where she built media franchises and helped raise
close to $20million for programming – to working
with global companies like, The Jim Henson Co,
Scholastic Inc, Tribeca Film Institute and PBS Kids. Civic minded, Maura has served in leadership roles
with NY Irish business groups that promote the Irish diaspora and is currently on the Board of Directors of
NY Irish International Business Network. An early
advocate for diversity and inclusion in the workplace, she was elected to the Board of Directors of NY Women in Film (2013-2016), a leading association
that campaigns for gender equality in entertainment. Maura is a frequent speaker and curator of
entertainment and business events and often
Orla Kiely began her career studying at the Dublin’s
McAleese from 2007 to 2010, be retiring from the
promotes the Irish animation, film and television
York to a design company where she claims she
advisory business and voluntary work, both in the
have’. She subsequently obtained her master’s degree
Advisory Board for the Government’s Gathering
Inspired by her experience with UN agency UNDP,
1997 The Orla Kiely Partnership was formed with her
of the Clinton Institute for American Studies at
NY based Irish NGO’s Concern, GOAL, and
immediately recognisable signature ‘Stem print’. In
leadership roles for his native Limerick, including as
of the year. She was named one of HBOS 100 most
2014, and Vice-Chairman of Global Limerick, an
finalist in the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the
through which Limerick is reaching out to its 3
sectors. Currently, she is on the jury panel and speaker at the international Kerry Film Festival 2017.
Maura carved out time for non-profit work with more recently with Helping Other People. She
has a Masters in Media Arts from NY Institute of Technology where she was also an adjunct lecturer.
OBE by the Queen of England for her services to
Business and Fashion. Orla’s industry consultancies
include designing ceramics/wallpaper for Habitat and sitting on the Dulux Design Council.
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Fa shi o n London Fashion Week
One of the highlights of London Fashion Week is
Of the four fashion capitals, London is the only city
Enlist
Showrooms? I’m sure the students of LSAD see this
as the official British Fashion Council Show and
of luxury silhouettes and statement pieces to build the
the Designer Showrooms. So what is the Designer as one of their goals and hear golden harps playing at
the thought of it but to us mortals, it is a showroom of over 150 international designers based at The
Store Studios, 180 Strand London. A showroom is a
space in which various designer labels are on display, usually in a large, studio-like setting. The showroom
is run by a team of people who fall under titles such as owner, rep, press agent, interns, and these people are responsible for selling your collection to buyers from department stores and boutiques from around the world.
that hosts the Designer Showrooms in the same venue Presentation Space. The LFW Designer Showrooms has launched many global brands, including a number of on-schedule designers. Showcasing in
the Designer Showrooms allows brands to develop
relationships with globally influential stores and
ENLIST women’s wear brings together a collection ultimate wardrobe season to season. Exclusive prints
and unique limited fabrics created by the duo are
crafted from mills in Japan, Korea, Austria, Portugal, Italy and Uruguay.
helps to increase their exposure to top international
Co-founders Mario Arena and Peter Farrow are
this, designers will also gain access to seasonal press
years and learnt their craft from some of the best in
journalists, publications and stylists. In addition to
and buyer accreditation lists and access to the BFC’s Designer Support programme, which includes one-
fortunate to have worked in the industry for many the business.
to-one business advice and seminars.
The duo established ENLIST with a focus on design,
The Designer Showrooms presents a rich and diverse
Now that the budding fashion designers out there
consumer, global markets, and world's best practices
and showcasing these designers at London Fashion
some of our favourite designers showcasing this year
selection of products in a highly curated showroom Week raises the profile of brands as part of London Fashion Week’s edit of what to see.
have the info to pursue showcasing at LFW, here are
colour and luxury. With insight into the new luxury in responsible manufacturing, the brand was created.
at The LFW Designer Showrooms.
The international element of the showrooms
illustrates that the doors to London are truly open, with designers showcasing from Dubai, Finland, South Korea and Ireland, (and features LSAD
graduate Uná Burke). The pull of London on a global scale is undeniable as it continues to be an attractive
and fertile home for an array of designer businesses of any size.
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Alistair James
Sadie Williams
design duo Nicholas Alistair Walsh and David James
tomboyish look with grown-up femininity has been a
Alistair James is the eponymously named label of
Williams’ sensibility
Wise.
signature since graduating with Distinction from the
From their South London studio, the pair are focused
for
combining
a
sporty
CSM MA Fashion course in 2013.
on fable, whimsy and alluring textiles. Exploring an
She went on to become a Selfridges ‘Bright Young
craft and consideration. Nicholas is a women’s wear
Exhibition 2014' at The Design Museum. She has
world has been encompassed around textiles from
Anderson and Katie Hillier, as well as many stylists
drapery. Alongside graduating BA women’s wear
Festival, Manchester Art Gallery and Barbie, and
Alexander McQueen, making avant-garde pieces for
Other Stories.
English sensibility, evoking characters in a balance of
Thing' and was included in ‘Designs of The Year
designer, born and raised in West Yorkshire. His
worked for designers including Marc Jacobs, JW
a young age through his family links with theatre
over the years; and undertaken projects for Vogue
in 2014, he has worked at both Gareth Pugh and
designed an incredibly successful collection for &
shows and clients.
Since AW15 she has received NEWGEN sponsorship
David is a London born textiles designer and has
to support her own label. Forbes Magazine listed her
houses, notably Alexander McQueen since 2010.
She presents on schedule at London Fashion Week.
working with a broad range of styles and methods of
Since being awarded a place on the ‘Swarovski
been working for some of the world’s leading fashion
During this time he has been honing his craft, textile manipulation.
as one of Europe's '30 under 30' for The Arts 2016.
Collective 2017' she has incorporated crystals into her work to playful and original effect. She has recently been nominated for the 2017-2018 International Woolmark prize and is looking forward to presenting her designs to the jury panel in July 2017.
She continues to create graphic and tactile work that capitalises on her strengths in print and textile
innovation, bringing shimmer and sparkle to her collections through her signature use of metallic.
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Jarel Zhang Studio is an "independent" spirit booster; with material innovation at the heart of
every piece. Zhang not only creates the brand, but has also developed a construction technique
unique to the atelier. Jarel Zhang explores the design direction of "Component Collection" and
hopes to make every widget on the fashion full of vitality.
Article by: Michelle Costello
Katie Ann McGuigan
Katie Ann McGuigan is a women’s wear brand from London, offering high-end ready-to-wear working
on the frontier of print design alongside modern and graphic silhouettes.
Katie Ann McGuigan was born and grew up in
Ireland. She moved to London, where she graduated from the University of Westminster BA Fashion Design Women’s wear course in spring 2016. She was
since awarded the Fashion Scout Merit Award after her first print heavy collection debut, and continued
on to win the Mittlemoda Absolute Prize in 2017. McGuigan has gained experience by working for McQ in London and Marc Jacobs in New York City.
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Ga r d e n an d C r af t INSIDE INSPIRATION
I sometimes imagine the rhythm of the garden like a big party - and with October here, and summer’s
bounty now faded and fruited, it feels somewhat like
the bulk of guests have left, the music has died down, and we have ended up in the kitchen, doing a quick
clear up and enjoying the last of the evening’s energy. It’s time to find some garden glories for the house and
the inside – and to enjoy a little chill out time with some easy and chic houseplants.
The houseplant industry was dying a protracted death in the early 2000s. Much like grandma’s tortured
African Violet on the chilly bathroom windowsill, the market was ruined by poor quality and the often sad
displays of houseplants in cold and windy supermarket
entrances – nowhere near the correct environments
for tender, tropical species of plants. Also interior trends through the late nineties and early noughties
dictated a zero-plant approach, with plant life but a distant Habitat Catalogue memory.
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Since 2010 or so, plant life for the indoors in Europe has become a huge ‘growing’ trend – and you won’t be
far from it in today’s commercial or retail environment, personalities such as Michael Perry – The Plant Geek and endlessly inspiring Instagram accounts with max-
chic factor (see Dollskulls) are spearheading this new
trend, with a few hipster tweaks and a sprinkling of edgy pots plants are now definitely ‘A Thing’ (see also @isthisathing on Twitter).
With cut flower sales in Ireland increasing by 20%
year on year for the last 2 years and still growing it seems the home market is valuing the addition of
natural beauty to our environments – indoors and out. Where cut flowers represent a no-strings attached
entry into greening your environment - with a vase and a couple of changes of water you get a weekly
burst of bloom, a ‘one week stand’ if you will - buying a houseplant is a little more like entering into a full-
blown relationship. It takes nurturing, feeding and a little care, plus the patience to wait for it to flower…
With this in mind, here’s a selection of the indoor plants that I categorise under the heading: 'Keepers':
Sanseveria – Mother In Law’s Tongue is the woefully
sharp common name, but I love its olive green tones and structural form. It’s about as low-maintenance
as you can get, just mist with a water atomizer spray every ten days or so. Can tolerate really low levels of
light so ideal for darker spaces. Architectural looks are best suited to simple pots in terracotta or black and white.
Asparagus Ferns – Wide variety of foliage types, soft
and romantic or upright and bright lush green. Also handy for the odd bouquet of flowers as a touch of greenery. Water well once a week during winter when
you will have the heating on, and mist occasionally. Can tolerate high temps if kept consistently moist in the pot.
Boston Ferns – A specimen Boston fern will give
Needing - minimal care and are softer than Cacti on
Natural Craft – Halloween Wreath
to huge sizes with regular watering, by steeping the
most require good light levels to keep their colours.
annual Halloween wreath – Using rosemary, golden
and some shade during the day.
Air plants – The truly freaky and staunch minimalists
Tradescantia – A lax and trailing plant with
almost alien like shapes and forms, these plants are
Simply wire small bunches of hardy herbs, foliage and
do best in warm, light areas with a bit of humidity.
the more frequently they will need ‘watering’ – you
wreath base. It will also come in handy for those
Calocephalus – Strictly a bedding plant, this silvery
minutes when they start to lose their lustre – let them
indoors with plenty of light. A great seasonal indoor
ceramic dish, or any glass container.
any room a lush and relaxing feel, and can be grown
plant in a few inches of water overnight once a week
variegated leaves, lemon-lime and tricoloured species
and wiry stemmed plant will survive in a cool spot plant, especially for
looks and form - water from the base once a week,
among you will appreciate these curious plants, with
suited to cooler rooms, and the more light they get, do this by immersing them in warm water for a few dry off, and then display them in a glass vase or on a
With the month that’s in it, it’s time to make the oregano, lavender, bay leaves and some home grown garlic.
some garlic together, and then wire on to a 12’’ copper moments when you need a sprig of rosemary for the
roast. I am hopeful the vampire defeating abilities of
the garlic will not need to be called on, but one never knows at this time of year… Article by: Tara Maloney
Succulents – The wormhole of the indoor plant world, this class of plants come in so many forms and
colours that it is impossible to choose one, so most people just accept that this is a collector’s genre, and
give over their windowsills, balconies, flat surfaces to these endlessly fascinating plants.
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hom e How to make your house autumn ready
Forget Spring, October is the time we start thinking about that new couch for the Winter or switching
SWITCH IT UP AND GET COZY WITH CLUTTER
up the vibe of our bedroom to match the evenings
Autumn and winter are the season of holidays,
and with it, the lights go on early, the heating bills
for Halloween, Christmas and New Years – candles,
creeping in to an early shadow. Hibernation is here
family and nesting – this means additional decor
start to rise and winter woollies come out.
centrepieces, wreaths, figurines, trees, costumes, food,
Truthfully I love autumn for a few reasons: The air is
the cosy haven you’re craving this time of year.
and it always feels like a new beginning. There are
SPICE UP YOUR LIFE
crunchy leaves and pumpkin pie. What is not to like?
All Spice, Cloves, Cinnamon and the most used
PUT THE OUTSIDE TO BED
with these delicious flavours and smells around the
crisp, the trees are stunning, the fashion is fabulous, fresh apples, warm tea and layered textiles, bonfires,
gifts. Embrace it, bring it out and make your home
“Pumpkin” Spice – get baking, cooking and creating home. The fire lighting, apple tart in the oven, duvet
This is one you likely already do, but if you are new
on the couch binge watching Netflix. Oh the waves
important to having a stress-free spring. Clean out
you could just buy a Yankee Candle and fake it but it’s
to home ownership or simply a lawn, this one is
of happiness that come over me at the thought! Or
your gardens, plant bulbs and trim perennials and
never as good as the real thing!
through winter and protect the beds.
START SOMETHING NEW!
PACK UP THE PASTELS
Even if you’re not heading back to school, (though
shrubs. Pull all the weeds, those suckers will survive
sometimes I wish I were) - this time of year brings Spring and summer are the time for light, airy colours
about the urge to start afresh. Do something you have
hunter green, indigo and oxblood. Put away those
up that craft you love, homemade gifts for Christmas
room if you’re feeling energetic or add pops of colour
stunning, colourful glory. Soak up those crisp days
while Autumn evokes the deeper earth tones like
been wanting to do for a while – start a course, pick
lighter items and bring in the rich colours – paint a
anyone? Above all else – enjoy the season in all its
in pillows, throws, candles and decor.
and pick apples – lots and lots of apples. Article by: Michelle Costello
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Crete, Greece
Average temperature: 22°C
At a more than pleasant October average of 22°C,
Fall in Love with the Mid-term Break
Crete is the perfect place for an autumn getaway. Balos Beach provides an extraordinary sight – as well as offering soft golden sand, it provides a stunning
view of a sheer-walled island topped with a Venetian Halloween is around the corner and the last leaves are
tenaciously clinging on to their branches, but with a
little planning it can be holiday season all year round. Check out Skyscanners guide to the best destinations this October.
Marrakech, Morocco
Average temperature: 27°C
October is an excellent time to visit Marrakech: the weather is at an ideal midpoint between the
scorching 38°C highs of August and the chilly 6°C lows of January. If you’re looking for somewhere to stay in the city, a riad makes an excellent choice. These
guesthouses are usually arranged around a pleasantly
cool open courtyard and act as tranquil cocoons against the chaos of the city outside. There are hundreds across Marrakech, but a couple of recommendations
are the beautifully restored Riad Les Yeux Bleus and
Riad Chafia. From exotic massages to abandoned palaces, Marrakech is a city with plenty to offer. Palermo, Italy
Average temperature: 22°C
Sicily enjoys fine weather all through October, and
the slightly cooler temperatures make it much
more pleasant than in August. As you explore the decaying grandeur of Palermo, make sure to take some time out for a visit to the eerie Catacombe dei
Cappuccini (open daily 9am–1pm and 3pm–6pm; €3) undoubtedly the city’s most ghoulish attraction
and the perfect place for a creepy Halloween trip. The
catacombs have been in use since the 1600s as the final resting place of monks, friars and members of
castle. And speaking of ancient buildings, the huge Bronze Age site at Knossos on Crete is thought to be
Europe’s oldest city, dating back around 4,000 years. During its heyday, the city and its environs boasted a
population of 100,000 people. In Greek mythology, Knossos was the site of the Labyrinth, which was
patrolled by the half-man, half-bull Minotaur and the beautiful Queen Ariadne lived in the palace. The
Labyrinth may be pure myth, but there was certainly a
palace: you can find its ruins around three miles south of Iraklio. Guided tours are around €10 and last 90 minutes.
Mauritius
Average temperature: 27°C
Trou aux Biches is rightfully one of the most popular
beaches on Mauritius, thanks to its family-friendly
shallow waters and white sands – but if you’re more into beach activities, Grand Baie offers water sports aplenty. October is an excellent time to hit the beach in Mauritius, but there’s plenty more to do on the
islands besides relaxing on the sands, such as hiking through the jungle. The Black River Gorges National Park covers around two per cent of Mauritius' land
mass and is home to over 300 species of flowering
plants, as well as endangered birds such as the
Mauritius kestrel, pink pigeon and Mauritius parakeet. There’s also a large population of the Mauritian flying
fox, a megabat species that can have a wingspan of 80 centimetres. There are approximately 37 miles of
pathway through this protected section of rainforest, as well as two information centres to help you get the most out of your hike.
the city's elite. The catacombs were eventually closed
to new burials in the 1880s and they now hold around 8,000 corpses: some are mere skeletons, but others are eerily well preserved.
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Lanzarote, Canary Islands Average temperature: 25°C
It’s still beach weather in Lanzarote in October: head
to the enticing yellow sands of Papagayos for a dip in turquoise waters, then stop off at Casa Angelina nearby for some excellent seafood. Speaking of
restaurants, Bodega El Chupadero is a great place to enjoy excellent tapas while sampling some locally sourced wine, made from grapes grown in Lanzarote’s fertile volcanic soil.
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F ood & d r in k WBQA WORLD BBQ CHAMPIONSHIPS 2017
Limerick is set to be the barbecue capital of the world
World BBQ Academy
At the last WBQA World Championships, in
Championships. The biannual event is expected to be
Europe, North and South America, Africa, and Asia,
finished 15th.
this October, when Ireland hosts the World BBQ attended by more than 100 teams, each made up of six experts in the art of cooking over fire.
Limerick beat Rome and Vilnius in the race to host the 2017 championships, which will take place in the
People’s Park on October 13th-15th. In addition to the 600 competitors, 150 certified judges, and support
teams will travel to Limerick for the event, and more than 40,000 spectators are expected to attend.
The association is active in almost 50 countries across
and has its administration office in Limerick. This
Gothenburg, Sweden, the highest placed Irish team
year the WBQA opened a training facility, the World
Membership
first students came from the Hospitality & Tourism
motto, and it supports sharing information and
BBQ Academy, in Grange, Co Limerick, and its
Department of Limerick Institute of Technology, who participated in a two-day programme. The centre
will work with culinary students, coach amateur teams who want to take part in competitions, and will also train and certify judges. Irish ingredients
Teams at the World Championships will compete in
eight categories: cooking chicken, fish, beef brisket, pork ribs, pork shoulder, vegetarian, dessert and
Chef ’s Choice. The ingredients will be Irish and each
“Food, Fire, Friendship and Fun” is the WBQA’s promoting interest in barbecue. In addition to the
barbecue strongholds of the US and South America, the association has membership in many countries
where competitive barbecue is at a developmental stage, including Libya, the Ivory Coast and Vietnam.
“The WBQA is an international not-for-profit organisation, and we celebrate the culinary and cultural differences of every country, promoting each
unique style of cooking and presentation, through the sport of barbecue,” says O’Sullivan.
team will be presented with an identical basket of
The two-day event in Limerick will be managed by
readymade marinades are not allowed, but they are
BBQ Association (IBBQA). It will be open to the
ingredients to work with. Pre-prepared sauces and
allowed to bring their own herbs and spices. “We want each team to develop their own particular culinary style, which comes from their culture. It’s not just
American or Irish cooking,” Pat O'Sullivan, President of the World Barbecue Association says
The prize fund for the event is €15,000, a third of
which will go to the winning team, who will have
the best combined score. There will also be category
the the WBQA and hosted by its affiliate, the Irish public, and the teams will be offering samples of their dishes to those who attend.
The WBQA World BBQ Championships 2017
takes place from 13th-15th October at People's Park, Limerick.
Photography by: Arthur Ellis
winners.There are already six Irish teams registered to compete at the event (the Irish BBQ Association, an
affiliate of the WBQA, ratifies the Irish entrants), and
up to 10 teams from the host country are expected, according to O’Sullivan.
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Food & drink
Caramel Apple Cocktail
EVENT: Culture and Chips It brings a unique mix of food tastings, demonstrations
and competitions to celebrate the food culture and food heritage of Limerick. Everyone loves chips Nothing says autumn like a sweet caramel apple. This
and what better way to celebrate our food heritage
favourite and can be served warm or chilled.
the humble spud. With its location the festival also
cocktail is a grown-up take on a childhood autumn
and culture than with something available to all,
Ingredients:
celebrates the Georgian landscape of the city. It
• 2 oz apple juice
restaurants to showcase their wares to other people
is a great opportunity for local food producers and
• 2 oz caramel vodka
who are passionate about their food heritage.”
• Ice
Programme
• Brown sugar
World Chip Championship. The competition is
• 1 oz butterscotch liqueur • Caramel sauce
Culture and Chips 2017 also sees the return of the
• Apple slices for garnish
open to everyone from professional chippers to
Serves: 1 cocktail
take part in a cook off at Culture & Chips 2017 on
Instructions:
While the main event takes place in The Crescent,
bowl. Dip the rim of a cocktail glass in caramel sauce
place on Thursday 12th, Friday 13th and Sunday 15th
amateur experts. Judges will select three finalists to
October 14th for the title of World Chip Champion. O’Connell St, a number of fringe events will take
1: Place caramel sauce in a flat-bottomed, shallow and then in brown sugar. Set aside.
2: Place apple juice, caramel vodka, and butterscotch liqueur in a cocktail shaker filled 2/3 with ice. Shake
until jet cold (about 20 seconds). Strain the cocktail into the cocktail glass. Garnish with a fresh apple slice on the side of the glass and serve.
Tip: For a warm cocktail, heat the apple juice to a
simmer. Place the caramel vodka and butterscotch
liqueur in the prepared glass. Pour the hot apple juice in the glass and garnish with a fresh apple slice to serve.
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Culture & Chips is back on Saturday October 14th, 11am-7pm. This year’s theme for the quirky food festival, which celebrates the food heritage and culture
of the city, is Eat in the City. People will be able to experience and enjoy all this in the surroundings
of Georgian Limerick as the festival returns to The Crescent, O’Connell St. Foodies will be able to savour
Limerick’s best food with a range of food demos and
tastings from a host of Limerick’s restaurants and food producers.
Food enthusiasts will be able to delve deeper into the city’s food offerings by taking part in Food
Writer and Grower, Val O’Connor’s food trail. The festival guarantees fun for all the family with interactive pumpkin carving demonstrations, cooking
demonstrations with Wade Murphy of 1826 and Tim
Harris of No.1 Pery Square and even an edible garden. Speaking in the lead up to the festival, Chairperson of the Organising Committee of Culture & Chips
2017, Patricia Roberts of No.1 Pery Square explained: “Culture & Chips is a food festival, celebrating our
food heritage and all that we have to offer in Limerick.
October. Have you ever thought about how well chips and sherry work together? Come to a Sherry and Fish and Chip Tasting at Sash Restaurant in No.1
Pery Square to find our more from the expert Liam
Cabot. On Sunday 15th October, Canteen will host The Sing Along Social between 11am-2pm, a zerocommitment choir where friends and strangers gather
together to sing along to their favourite tunes. Also on Sunday No.1. Pery Square will host an autumn
wreath workshop. This workshop will show you how to create your own edible autumnal beauty. Finally, if you fancy some opera and chips why not check out The Countess Salon also on Sunday 15th October. Photography by: Deirdre Power
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F ood & d r in k In Season… Winter Squash As the leaves on the tree turn to rich shades of yellow, orange and brown, we start to see more of the same colours in our groceries as Halloween pumpkins and winter squash become the order of the month. Here
are just some of the varieties you are likely to see in Irish food shops this month, and how to use them. Field Pumpkins
The name your Halloween pumpkin normally goes by, field pumpkins are grown mainly for their size and exterior. Pumpkins have well and truly taken over the
5. To make the croutons: cut the bread into small
made from turnips – anyone who has tried to carve
bread until it starts to become crisp. Add a handful of
this! While field pumpkin innards are fairly tasteless
until they are toasted. These can be made a day ahead
time of year, they can be still be used as a base for
with some olive oil and serve.
vegetable varieties. Try out the recipe for Pumpkin
Sugar Pie Pumpkin
here.
though it comes in a deeper shade of orange and
Recipe
not keen on Halloween, hollow out small colourful
traditional Irish Jack O’Lanterns, which were once
squares. Heat the olive oil in a frying pan and fry the
out a turnip may understand the reasoning behind
pumpkin seeds to the pan, cook for a few mins more
compared to other varieties of squash available at this
and stored in an airtight container. Scatter on soup
a spicy autumn soup along with some other orange
The sugar pie is a small version of the field pumpkin,
Soup below with any of the squash varieties listed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
the flesh provides a great deal more flavour. If you’re
• 2 onions, finely chopped
1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan, gently cook
chopped into chunks
2. Add the pumpkin or squash to the pan, cooking
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
soften and turn golden.
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
and pepper. Bring to the boil and simmer for 10 mins
• 700ml vegetable stock or chicken stock
4. Pour the double cream into the pan, bring back to
varieties of squash such as this and use as a pretty
Acorn Squash
well here under the right care if you want to create a
squash is a feature of many Thanksgiving dinners. It
Autumn centrepiece. Sugar pie pumpkin grow fairly
• 1kg pumpkin or squash, peeled, deseeded and
the onions for 5 mins until soft
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
for 8-10 mins, stirring occasionally until it starts to
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
3. Pour the stock into the pan and season with salt
Butternut Squash
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
until the squash is very soft.
modern Irish supermarkets and households. If
• 150ml double cream
the boil, then purée with a hand blender. For an extra-
For the croutons
fine sieve. The soup can now be frozen for up to 2
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 slices wholemeal seeded bread, crusts removed • handful pumpkin seeds
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velvety consistency you can pour the soup through a months.
miniature pumpkin patch of your own for Halloween 2018.
Butternut squash has become a regular fixture in
you’re not sure how to approach it, start by simply roasting with a brush of olive oil to add a little crispy
Native to Northern and Central America, the acorn
can be hard to track down in supermarkets but can be come across at markets and small producers, plus seeds
can be bought online if you fancy trying some home grown. Named for its shape rather than taste, this squash variety lends itself very well to sweet desserts
and dishes, and is delicious halved and covered with maple syrup before baking.
caramelisation. Most people however are intimidated
Finally, don’t forget to use the seeds! Toasted pumpkin
have a set of chef ’s knives and a decent peeler you’re
salad medley meals. They are full of minerals, protein
by the task of peeling the hard outer skin. Unless you
handy with, it’s best to quarter and cook first, then separate the flesh with a spoon!
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Music Int e rv ie w M u n dy Without singer-songwriter Mundy, we wouldn’t have
The success of Jelly Legs allowed you to set up your
How does it feel to be revisiting the material of your
songs of the modern era. The album that launched
that route?
I actually find it fascinating – I had so much confidence
Mundy was just 21 himself when it was released on
I knew then were starting to follow independent
July, Jelly Legs showed a young talent with swagger,
thought if they can do that so can I, and so I set up
I Bestow, also made it onto the Romeo+Juliet film
started to fall apart so artists were looking to take
some of the most ubiquitous sing-your-heart-out Irish
own record label. Why did you decide to go down
his career, Jelly Legs, is celebrating its 21st birthday.
I parted company with Epic in 2000, and some artists
Epic Records in 1996. Before Galway Girl, and even
route and releasing on their own labels, so I basically
energy and heart. One of the album’s tracks, To You
Camcor Records. It was around that time the industry
soundtrack, arguably the most iconic soundtrack of
more control of their music.
Anniversary tour this month, Mundy shares some of
How much has changed in terms of how emerging
the 1990s. As he prepares to commence the Jelly Legs his reflections on the album that made him.
musicians establish themselves?
What was the music scene like in 1990s?
younger people in a lot of ways. For example young
that time – it was during height of Britpop that I got
access to online tutorials etc. Obviously that kind of
music was making not part of that trend. Everything
use a Walkman, slow it down and use your ear to learn
Dublin, the next I was signed to a big English record
YouTube and it comes up. There’s a lot of kids making
to meet her but a couple of band members did and
can be there, they don’t have to hire a studio. The
time is now drummer of Foo Fighters – it’s funny
people might hold out on the hope of becoming a
It’s very different now – it’s probably easier for
first album after all these years?
at that age, which amazes me now. A bunch of the
songs I actually only wrote couple of months before the album came out. The swagger I was singing with
blew me away. As you get older, particularly going through your 20s into your 30s you change and learn
a lot of things- there are cruel elements, and you’re out on own. Looking at it now, it’s half my life away ago but I had so much imagination then, plus I went
through couple of breakups, which had a big effect on my writing, I can sort of see why I got the deal at the time, they were good songs!
There wasn’t many Irish bands getting signed around
musicians can learn their craft a lot quicker with
Me and the guys in the band haven’t played all
signed, so it was a big deal, particularly as the kind of
thing wasn’t around when I was young, you’d have to
is still there, there’s a real buzz in rehearsals.
happened really fast - one minute I was busking in
the elements of the song. Now just search for it on
What do you hope to bring to the Jelly Legs 21
label and touring with Alanis Morrissette. I didn’t get
music in their bedroom because the technology
The same energy hopefully! I’m still contemplating
by all accounts she’s really cool. Her drummer at the
downside is it’s harder to sell and make money, some
how things work out!
Did you feel a lot of pressure on you to keep the
YouTube sensation, or go down the reality TV route. I think there is probably a lot more talent around
now, and it’s definitely more competitive. There’s also
momentum of your success?
the social media element – young artists are able to
your life to write it, with the second you only get a
out what hashtags to use, and wondering whether it
Yeah absolutely – with your first album you have all year or two. I went from nothing to doing interviews
build a brand and a following and I’m still working even matters!
together for 18 or 19 years, but we’ve found the magic
Tour?
the playlist, I want it to be about album and to play all the songs, and maybe bookend with something old
and something new, plus a couple of B-sides thrown
in. It’s all about celebrating the Jelly Legs album
(pauses)… I doubt I will be doing Galway Girl. It’s
amazing actually, when I think about To You I Bestow
being on a soundtrack that sold 11 mill copies, that was a massive achievement, yet you get tagged more
with a song that is so completely different. This tour isn’t about disregarding or ignoring the rest of my
with NME and being on cover of the Big Issue so
career so I will be throwing in a couple of moments
family were like what the hell is going on, we thought
will be good to come back to Dolan’s, I’ve played the
there were lots of expectations to meet; even my you were just playing about on Grafton Street!
but I want to focus on that music of the album. It Upstairs once before, and downstairs loads of times –
it will be nice and intimate and I’m looking forward to it.
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Do you hope to be talking about this again in 21 years?
Definitely! I’ve had a career of real ups and downs. After the initial success I felt rejected when I was
dropped by the label, but still the second album did well and gave me the confidence to go it alone, then
there was another lull, then Galway Girl blew up, and that’s how it’s been - just when you think nothing is
going to happen something happens and I’ve always
got that itch that needs to be scratched – music has been very good to me and I’ve lots of support from
fans. So yes I hope I will still be in the game doing this in 21 years; that will be wonderful! Article by: Kayleigh Ziolo
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He alt h and We l l b e i n g Opinion: Do we need an overhaul in our attitude to women’s health? If we were experiencing the same level of discomfort
According to a UK report, ‘Informed Choice? Giving
A lengthy campaign by survivors claimed that these
we be so ready to accept it? One might remember the
2,600 women on general practitioner care and
due to ideological preference, and that they were
or irregularity with another part of our body, would response to the trials of the first male contraceptive
injection – the collective groan and guffaw when the trial was halted due to participants experiencing
adverse symptoms such as mood swings, acne, and
a loss of libido, a story familiar we’re sure to almost
every woman who uses contraceptive medication. Instead of mocking these complaints, it should have raised serious questions about what our expectations
of our reproductive health experience should be throughout our lives. The men taking part in the trial were absolutely right to flag up the irregularities
and for medical practitioners to stop and improve
the medication. It’s just telling that they felt able to
PCOS, when such conditions are not extremely rare.
Here in Ireland, there are even more serious concerns abortion. Many of these concerns are due to questions
around the presence of the Eighth Amendment in the constitution, and high profile cases concerning women and consent and care during labour.
resilience in life. The severity can be easily dismissed
seeking to improve our situation, or investigating
Even more worryingly, mental health issues can also
problem.
report physical problems with their health.
is often blamed on hormones or a general lack of
to accept that this is our lot as women, rather than
by the sufferer themselves, and those around them.
if the symptoms are a sign of a bigger underlying
be diagnosed where there are none when women
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women to be diagnosed with conditions such as
don’t trust our judgement and are perhaps too quick
irregular bleeding, or issues with contraception, we
and our own cross to bear.
asked about why it is seemingly taking so long for
to seek consent for surgical procedures, but this
regards to women’s health concerns. When dealing
we have always deemed the period as being a ‘curse’
regarding their own bodies during birth, often with
more likely to be expected to be emotional, and this
be taking place next year. It has led to conversations on
their monthly cycle differently, but at a societal level
depression and stress instead. Questions need to be
even reported being prescribed with medication for
fluctuations in hormone levels, pain, heavy and
critical and life threatening. Women are conversely
periods. We know that every woman experiences
These cases are the extreme, but there are a number of
A particular damning example of this is the Survivors
That means when we do experience problems with
our reproductive, physical and mental health. Take
alarming symptoms they were experiencing. Some
the problem becoming hidden, often until it becomes It’s important to start by saying this isn’t a
society overall.
when discussing the often extreme pain and
physical disabilities and incontinence.
more minor ways that women are left out of decisions lasting physical effects. For example, how many
women do you know who only found out that they had had an episiotomy after the event?
to have rights restricted in the constitution ignore the
The debate around reproductive rights rages on with the
as women that lead to us not pressing issues around
feeling dismissed or treated like a hypochondriac
women, many of whom were left with permanent
around care during pregnancy, birth and access to
them to be strong and emotionally resilient, leading to
women’s health issues are being taken seriously in our
and investigate them thoroughly. Many reported
total of €34million in compensation to 399 of these
‘Are you sure you’re not overreacting?’
health taken seriously due to societal expectations on
with women’s health, often it is our own attitudes
take the word of women who voice their complaints
opportunity to consent. In 2016 the state awarded a
Then we have the issue of restrictions on reproductive
to that of men. Men are failing to have their mental
the broader issue of healthcare for women, and whether
poly-cystic ovary syndrome, there is a reluctance to
performed without providing proper information or
Pregnancy and the sidelining of women
health issues in women, which are almost the opposite
straightforward criticism of medical practice in
diagnosis of conditions including endometriosis and
procedures took place instead of Caesarean section
complain about these symptoms!
There may also be some problems in treating mental
news that a referendum on the Eighth Amendment may
women control of their healthcare’, which surveyed
of Symphysiotomy. Doctors have a legal obligation was alleged to have been overlooked for a number
of women who were subjected to symphysiotomy. Symphysiotomy involved the cutting or breaking of the pelvis during a difficult or dangerous birthing situation to allow more room for the baby to pass. The procedure was carried out on approximately 1,500
women during the 1980s, and Ireland was the only
rights in Ireland. Many who argue for the moral need need for informed choices to be made available in
scenarios ranging from fatal foetal abnormality to rape, abuse and suicide. The issue once again comes down
to trust – do we trust women to know their bodies? Do we trust them to understand procedures and conditions when the information is made available? Do we believe that as individuals we have the right to
have our concerns and consent heard by professionals who are tasked with providing healthcare? In all areas of healthcare, we need to examine our collective
attitudes and ask why we treat certain areas as any different simply because they only apply to women. Article by: Kayleigh Ziolo
country at this time to continue with the practice.
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Healt h and We l l b e i n g Being happy in your own skin
We all have an image in our heads of how we’d like
So, what is the perfect shape?
Essential fat is the minimum amount of fat necessary
But does that really matter? In reality, absolutely not!
that’s what makes it so interesting. We all have our
There is a lot of controversy over what amount of body
to look. Other people may not feel the same way. But unfortunately there is a societal voice constantly
nagging and pointing out that it doesn’t fit in with
the 'norm'. But what is the norm? Just take a look at the development of the human body over the last 100 years and you will see huge dramatic changes, almost
every decade. Humans have always had that innate
drive to exercise and be strong. After all it is about survival of the fittest. When there was peace during
In my honest opinion there is none; we are all unique, own idea of what they would like to look like. But
my opinion certainly will vary from yours. Needless to say that once you are within the safe ranges of Body
Fat percentage, weight, size and shape, for your age, height and gender, what else do you need? Essentially: All shape and conditioning should reflect from the inside out and not outside in.
war times even centuries ago, there were competitive
How many people have you heard saying ‘he always
honed.
attack? The danger is the visceral fat that sits around
games organised to keep warriors in check and skills
Take a jump forward to modern times and everywhere
you look you see, pictures of perfectly sculpted bodies.
Training in top notch gyms, playing high level sports, wearing the best of clothing and using the latest gym
aid. Certainly now, more than ever you’d imagine that
everyone would be doing it, because it is so accessible. The trouble with this is 90% of what you are seeing
on the billboards, posters and magazines is edited on a computer to get rid of unwanted blemishes, skinfolds and shapes that are not going to tie in nicely with
the image they want to sell to you. Looking past all
of this, we need realise why you should be doing this
and not what you are being guided towards by huge
retailers. It is time to consider your own happiness and health.
looked healthy and fit’, when they died of a heart our organs and the lack of proper nutrition. No matter
what is happening on the outside, you need to focus on looking after yourself from within. Body Fat Percentages:
Essential Fat – Men 2-5% Women 10-13% Athletes – Men 6-13% Women 14-20% Fitness – Men 14-17% Women 21-24%
Average – Men 18-24% Women 25-31% Obese – Men 25+% Women 32+%
for basic physical and physiological health.
fat is optimal for overall health. There have been many studies done on this. One such report was published
in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in 2000, which concluded that certain low body fat ranges are “under fat”, which implies “unhealthy”. According to
this research paper, men who are between 20-40 years old with under 8% body fat are considered “under fat”, whereas a “healthy” range is described as between
8-19%. For women in this same age group, any level under 21% is “under fat” and 21-33% is considered “healthy”.
However, body fat is only one important measure
of health, and saying a certain body fat level is “unhealthy” doesn’t give you the whole story. The fact of the matter is some overweight people who exercise can be healthier than their leaner non-exercising
counterparts, and it works both ways. So, to imply that anyone who has a six pack, is very athletic, and
eats well is “under fat” or “unhealthy” is a stretch. We all have different fat distribution profiles, so the BF% chart like this one is good as a starting point. They key
here should be the obvious, stay within the healthy ranges and keep an eye on cholesterol levels.
It is important to be selfish
5 steps to better health
your health. Eating well and working out is not about
which is amazing and now that you are in the
You need to think of yourself if you are thinking of what others think, it is more about your longevity, good health and the release of happy hormones. Get healthy, build up your immune system and your energy
levels. The obesity epidemic in this country is reaching
an all-time high and if not dealt with appropriately,
we are set to be the fattest country in Europe by 2030, according to the World Health Organisation.
1. Decide - You have now thought about changing,
Article by: Jason Kenny
contemplation stage of why you are doing this, you can easily be swayed, so be careful not to change your mind.
2. Plan - You now look at your options to making it
possible, so set small goals that are 100% achievable. Do not set yourself up for failure.
3. Prepare - You start to put your time management in place to fit you around your schedule.
4. Action - You are now physically doing it and acting on your plan.
5. Maintenance - It is all about routine here and being able to stick with it and this is the one that people fall down on. Make it a routine and a normal part of your life.
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Healt h and We l l b e i n g Fitness: Preparing for a Race
Rest Days
• Remember to eat greens and drink water in each
Race Day!
and refuel your body, but it doesn’t mean you will be
• Have smaller portions of food every 3 hours
and your bag is ready for the morning.
Yes there will be rest days to recover your muscles
lying on the couch for the evening! You should still do With the Cook Medical Women's Mini Marathon
taking place in Limerick on 29th October, what should you be doing to prepare for a race?
Your race training regime needs to start at least 8 weeks before an event. Here are some tips for training
plans, what to eat, and even what to wear in the weeks leading up to a big race event. Training
The reality is you will have to put in hard work
repetitively day after day in order to be adequately
prepared for a race. It’s important to stay focused and positive while training your body for the event you
have chosen to enter. Remember why you are doing it, whether it’s to push yourself to a new challenge or to raise money for a community or charity close to your heart, keep the overall goal in mind.
If it is your first time or you are not sure how to train for the event or can’t find enough information about
how to train on your own, my advice is to get a trainer or join a club that would help you to create a training plan. The plan has to have running and stretching involved to keep you fit and injury free, but it also must include rest days.
some kind of an activity on your rest day – just make sure it is a break from your usual running activity. For
example, go for a walk, go to a Spin class or try out Pilates. If you are very tired, stretch out and do some
foam rolling for your tight muscles to avoid injuries. Do it for at least 30 mins to relax your muscles and be ready for the next day to train again.
Remember to take two rest days a week, but avoid having two in a row. Hydration
It’s very important to drink plenty of water daily, especially on the days you are training. Being hydrated
helps your muscles to recover faster and helps to ease
the burn during training. Drinking plenty of water
regularly throughout the day helps your body to perform at its highest level. Nutrition
meal
•Have 3 meals that contain good quality carbohydrates/ protein/ fats
Bag preparation check list:
protein shake
• Water and sugary drinks
• Add 2 meals as snacks e.g. apple/nuts or whey •Avoid eating too late in the evening
•Self-control and discipline in eating will prepare you better for the event Clothing
No matter if you are entering a weight lifting or
running event (or both), you must make sure that your
footwear is comfortable and helps your performance.
quality, reliable information online.
Once you have everything you need, leave early so you
are on time for the race and can have a good warm
up and get used to the location its held at before your event.
of themselves. Best of luck in your race and ENJOY!
in. Choose T-shirts and leggings or shorts that you are comfortable in and your skin can breathe in.
Good sports wear doesn’t have to break the bank
time to time to become stronger and better version
Article by: Sintija Zorge
either - TK Maxx and Penneys do great quality sportswear so you can look and feel good!
easy with training to relax your body and repair the
cash on a programme, as long as you seek out good
• Extra footwear
supportive Sports bra that you can jump/ throw/ run
you to make a good choice for your footwear. Wear a
craving is good quality carbohydrates and protein. nutritionist, but truthfully you don't have to spend the
• Warm clothes and extra change of clothes
I advise everyone to challenge their body and mind
Final Week Prep
I would recommend you to get a food plan from a
• Food and snacks
Many sports shops provide a service that can help
Eating healthily daily is just as important as training daily. After a hard training session your body will be
Make sure you had plenty of sleep the night before
Prior your competition take up to 3 days nice and muscles, stretch and hydrate. Eat extra carbohydrates and drink more water as you will need all the energy
because naturally you will push harder than in any training session before.
Prepare mentally for the day, imagine how the event
could go; imagine how you wish it to go from start to the finish line, and imagine what could go wrong so that you are prepared just in case.
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Oily Fish
We associate fatty foods and oils with weight gain
Min d Your M in d
and poor health, but we actually need some level of
fats in our diets to be healthy. Fish such as salmon, tuna, and sardines are rich with the fatty acid Omega-
3. With studies revealing that Omega-3 deficiency is
Food and mood
a cause for mood and brain disorders, the fatty acid is necessary for brain health and mood-stability. Having
What we eat affects our mood more than we realise. With
salmon for dinner or a tuna sandwich for lunch a few
wholesome foods, and more likely over-indulge. However,
your diet.
moods, and with the miserable Irish winter on the way,
Saffron
times a week is an easy way to get more Omega-3 in
colder days and shorter evenings, we’re less likely to eat
plenty of research suggests that certain foods boost our we could do with the lift.
The spice is commonly used in meals such as Paella to
FOODS TO EAT
saffron can have a similar effect to anti-depressants
create the yellow colour of the rice, but tests show that
Avocado
on mood. Although the spice is more expensive than
Instagram being spammed with avocado toast, but
the spice is perfect as it does not have a strong taste,
mood. The serotonin in avocadoes produces feel-good
can be ground into rice dishes and you’ll hardly notice
Avocados may be seen as an internet fad with
others, for those wishing to achieve a natural boost
the fruit is full of healthy fats and can boost your
and therefore does not drastically alter meals. Saffron
chemicals in your brain and the potassium content
its presence but should feel the benefits.
be added to your diet in different way, so if you don’t
While there are plenty of happy foods readily available
a recipe you like. For savoury cravings, avocado toast
avoided to prevent slumps and drops in mood.
can also be tossed into a salad for light meals, or made
FOODS TO AVOID
stabilises mood. They’re also extremely versatile so can
to give us a boost, there are some foods that should be
like avocados in their natural form, you can still find seasoned with salt and pepper should hit the spot; it into a guilt free chocolate mousse.
Alcohol
Bananas
a regular basis can lower serotonin levels which can
which is a reward chemical. As a result, we feel our
if abused. Having a few drinks every now and then
bananas is also said to help fight depression. All of
drunk often definitely won’t do any favours. It’s best to
Alcohol is a widely known depressant. Drinking on
Research suggests that bananas contain dopamine
lead to depleted moods, and can result in depression
mood lift afterwards. The Vitamin B6 content in
won’t cause too much damage, but getting black-out
this doesn’t come as much as a surprise, as the bright
space out drinking sessions and avoid binge drinking.
Technically canned foods, ready-made sauces, and
Caffeine
processed foods refers to the likes of frozen dinners,
and draw backs, and health benefits to drinking coffee,
then won’t kill you, ultra-processed foods contain no
irritability and make it difficult to sleep. When we
that our brains are starved of nutrients which cause
yellow fruit is even shaped like a smile. Bananas can be enjoyed alone as a snack, added to smoothies, or
However, serving sizes should also be kept to a
diced over breakfast.
few squares. Dark chocolate can be enjoyed alone,
Chocolate
strawberries and other fruit.
and the one we reach for the most. While eating
Oats
doesn’t mean that we get to go over-board and inhale
and similar food release their energy slowly which
recommended as it usually has more cocoa and less
be more stable than sugary foods which release their
Chocolate is one of the most popular comfort foods,
sprinkled into smoothies, or melted and enjoyed with
chocolate can release endorphins and serotonin, this
There’s a good reason carbs are a comfort food - oats
a tin of Roses. To reap the benefits, dark chocolate is
means that our blood sugar and energy is going to
added sugar than milk chocolate.
energy all at once and lead to a crash.
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Research also suggests that the healthy carbohydrates in oats stimulate the production of serotonin which as
a happy chemical makes us feel good. You’ll definitely appreciate a warm hearty breakfast of porridge during
the winter months, or if you’re not a fan of porridge, a handful of oats can be used to bulk up a smoothie.
Ultra-processed foods
nut butters can be considered processed, but ultra-
There are conflicting studies on coffees health benefits
fizzy drinks, and crisps. While a treat every now and
excess caffeine consumption can agitate anxiety, cause
nutritional value and added chemicals. This means
don’t get enough sleep, we turn to coffee, and a cycle
mood swings and fatigue.
low mood. It is suggested to avoid having more than
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begins. Sleep deprivation results in irritability and
3-cups of coffee a day, but some people have a lower or higher caffeine tolerance than others. Switching to decaf or herbal teas might help.
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Par e nt in g
L i m e ric k Mu s ic Relea s es
Halloween Family Fun Halloween for Toddlers
Many of the parent and toddler groups around Limerick City will hold a Halloween party suitable
for babies, toddlers and small children. Cuidiu, which meets in the Elevate Community Church on
the South Circular will organise a Halloween party, details will be available on the Cuidui Limerick Facebook page shortly. The parent and toddler group
which meets at St. Michaels Church in Pery Square
will also hold a Halloween party this year. More
information will be soon available on their Facebook page Parkandplaygroup.
Halloween at the Hunt Museum
The Hunt Museum will also be running a Halloween
workshop for children between the ages of 8-12. This There are a broad selection of action packed, spooky family
Early booking is required as spaces are limited.
will take place on Tuesday 31st October between
2017. Costumes at the ready!
limerickautismgroup@gmail.com. The Halloween
party, face painting, arts and crafts as well as some
vetted volunteers to help out with the camp. If
the Hunt Museum directly to book tickets.
experience working with children with autism, the
Halloween at Home
events running in and around Limerick for Halloween
Halloween at Bunratty
Bunratty Castle will hold an afternoon of Halloween
fun on Monday 30th October between 12pm and
Further information and any queries can be sent to
12pm and 3pm. Here there will be a kid’s costume
Autism Camp are also currently recruiting garda
spooky surprises. The cost is €25 per child. Contact
you are interested in volunteering and gaining aforementioned email address can be contacted.
Sometimes it is just as fun to invite a few friends over
games and lots of activities and entertainment for
Halloween at Craggaunowen
own home. Some Halloween activities can include:
online or on the day.
Halloween will come to Craggaunowen, just outside
•Painting or decorating pumpkins
Thriller dance performance, witches, zombies, talking
food colouring
plenty of entertainment for the whole family. Booking
•Halloween baking
5pm. There will be a dress up party, face painting, magic, spooky characters, traditional Halloween the whole family to enjoy. Tickets can be purchased
Halloween Autism Camp
A group of parents in Limerick have set up a
Halloween Autism Camp for children on the ASD
spectrum. This fantastic initiative will take place
between 31st October and 2nd November from 11am
On Saturday 28th October between 4pm and 9pm
and celebrate Halloween from the comfort of your
Quin. There will be a Halloween party, face painting, a
•Making slime using PVA glue, starch, water and
heads, Dracula, Frankenstein’s Monster, ghosts and
•A spooky guess what is in the box game
online is advised to avoid disappointment.
•Traditional apple bobbing!
to 2pm in The Factory Youthspace at the Galvone
Happy Halloween!
sport, sensory games, arts and crafts and much more.
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Industrial Estate. Activities include music therapy,
Hammy & the Pilgrim - Nothing to See Here
Rubberbandits - Sonny
Rusangano Family - Tea In A Pot
Hammy & the Pilgrim make a lively return with
gifted us with their debut, Serious About Men. Aside
and fun ode to tea. Tea in a Pot raises the age-old
have branched out from the music scene in favour of
at our nation’s fondness for the hot beverage. In terms
Sonny is one part dance tune, one part dark humour
in favour of a new route towards grime in their
side of mental health issues through clever, thought-
The music video, shot by Shane Serrano, is equally
times The Rubberbandits have earned themselves
track was released shortly before their Electric Picnic
mental health advocates. Their fearless approach and
be a bit precious, but it’s always good to just drop
a plea for recognition and awareness. The music video
regards to this spontaneous release.
views and nationwide acclaim.
Article by: Christine Costello
Almost a year since their debut EP was released, Nothing to See Here. Following the release of the
lead single, Put It On Ice, the band have received high acclaim and even earned themselves a spot on the 2FM stage at this year’s Electric Picnic. The intricate
riffs and guitar arrangements that feature on the EP
are reminiscent of bands like Foo Fighters and Red Hot Chili Peppers, but also introduce Hammy & the
Pilgrim’s own cultivation of the blues-rock sound. Their recurring storytelling qualities further solidify their homage to blues-roots. With recent changes
to the band’s lineup, Hammy & the Pilgrim have showcased their ability to adapt and adjust to minor
bumps in the road to success; an impressive skill for such a young band.
It’s been nearly seven years since the Rubberbandits
Rusangano Family have returned with an unexpected
from the odd release here and there, the comedy duo
question of Barry’s or Lyons and takes a playful stab
other online and televised endeavours and projects.
of sound, Rusangano have shed their jungle drums
and final part ingenuity. The track explores the darker
interesting array of electronic/synth-based rhythms.
provoking visuals and hard-hitting lyrics. In recent
as quirky, filmed in a Clare kitchen at breakfast. The
a worthy title as one of Ireland’s most influential
performance earlier this month. “Sometimes we can
brutal honesty is the exact wakeup call Ireland needs;
random bangers here and there,” the group says in
for Sonny has already reached a remarkable 251,000
The cost is €25 per family.
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B uild in g B r an d s Your Culture is Your Brand
Over past issues we've focused on the significance of
Sometimes it’s easy to focus on these elements of your
To enable your people to truly embrace your brand
Brands need their leaders. Ultimately actions speak
implement this effectively in your brand activation.
team is the most important resource to your brand.
understand your brand. One way to ensure this is
a strong brand culture than by leading by example.
building a strong brand strategy and identity and how to
brand and your customers, but we all know that your
Your team are the face of your brand. They interact with your customers every day and as such are a significant
part in the brand experience you deliver. They will
spend over 92,000 hours of their life working, isn’t it only right to recognise that commitment by creating a brand culture that supports your entire team? But
how can we build a positive brand culture? And how does your brand culture impact on your brand? This month we will look at some key ways of building a strong brand culture.
A strong and authentic brand culture originates from
and be part of your brand culture they need to fully to create a brand book. A brand book goes beyond
your brand identity guidelines. While your guidelines focus on how to use your brand identity your brand
book or brand bible as we sometimes refer to it as, is
a manifestation of the living, breathing concept that
is your brand. It will contain your objectives, mission,
brand. Your team are often the face of the customer brand experience, an essential part of the customer
journey. They are the people who meet your customers day in day out. Maybe they can bring ideas to the table that you haven’t thought about?
mission and vision apparent in how you are running your brand?
the right candidate and retain the right team develop
go to document on how they should live the brand day in and day out.
Training motivates workers, improves productivity
environment and help them better understand the
striving to achieve your brand objectives and is your
positioning. Your brand book will become your team's
personality, brand messaging, brand tone of voice and
extends an invitation to your team, asking them to turn this will motivate your team, create a positive
your brand in your daily actions? Can they see you
A good indicator of a strong brand culture is when
Carry out regular brand training to improve
contribute and be involved in the brands culture. In
Are your team experiencing the values and traits of
vision, brand story, brand values, brand promise, brand
within. Get your team on board. Involve them in
brand developments. Being included in this process
louder than words and what better way to develop
knowledge and understanding around your brand. and ultimately impacts on your bottom line. In providing training to your staff not only are you
people want to work with you. To ensure you recruit an employer brand. Decide why people should work
with you, what is different about you as an employer?
What kind of employees do you want on your team? Do they align with your brand’s values and traits? When recruiting consider your employer brand and
refer to your brand book to ensure to find the right fit for your brand.
building your brand from the inside out but you are
Strong brands are built from the inside out, by you
your brand goes from strength to strength. Practice
developing their understanding and knowledge of
building a team of brand ambassadors who will ensure
what you preach. Developing your brand strategy, creating a brand book and getting your team on board is all well and good but ensuring these elements create
the brand culture you are striving for will only happen if you too, as a brand leader, live your brand.
and your team. Getting your team on board and your brand is a key part in the brand culture you offer and in turn the brand experience you deliver. Having a strong brand culture has the potential to transform
companies into truly amazing brands. Investing in your people is investing in your brand. Article by: Sandra Honan Fenero practice what they preach. They have brought their brand strategy right through to the photography of their team on their website. Fenero live their brand!
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Star t up Spot lig h t
A new age of brewing
“Now with the food strategy in place and so many
Treaty Brewing put a lot of character into their
for a long tradition of brewing in their respective
through things like the Market Quarter beer, Limerick
kind of exuberant passionate founder who will talk
Cork Kilkenny and Dublin are renowned in Ireland
Treaty City Brewing Co.
histories, but Limerick’s brewing past was until recently long forgotten. Treaty City was one of the first in the area to ride the wave of the modern resurgence of craft beer, but Stephen ensures they
keep their connection with the past. “We follow in footsteps of brewers many years ago and ensure we
keep a connection with the local recipes of old e.g. East Kent Golding hops in Harris Ale, which would
have been widely available and used here historically. We are now the first brewery to exist within the city
boundary for 130 years, which we are very proud to
say.” Limerick heritage is also a major part of the branding - beers are named after key landmarks or
number it was actually one of his father’s! The business of beer
How does Treaty City Brewing Co. continue to develop? “[When we started] we were lucky to arrive at such a good time in the craft scene, there was fantastic opportunity for food and drink producers to grow and thrive in the city.” Limerick is celebrating
innovated and expanded. We take a look at his rise
from bedroom brewing to becoming a vital and much loved feature of the modern Limerick food and drink scene.
Hop-ful beginnings
Stephen began like many craft beer makers as a
hobbying home brewer. His beer always got a good
response at parties hosted in Canada where Stephen and his wife lived at the time, so he knew then he was
its food heritage and becoming more of a foodie
much rooted in Limerick City, so we always felt
Shannon River IPA and Hells Gate Lager, which are
to Tralee, but the Cunneen family heritage is very that any beer we would make and sell would reflect
on Limerick culture and draw upon its rich history. Once we had our recipe for Harris Pale we went into contract brewing where we brewed the product at an
existing brewery facility. Everything else was us, we sourced the ingredients and managed the process, it
a whole new range of beers - Thomond Red Ale, all widely available in pubs, restaurants and alcohol
get on board with that, particularly for us Pat O’Carroll at BOI Workbench have been so supportive and are doing great things for the local community. More and
more of these organisations are open to sitting down at the table together and looking at how we can make things work in Limerick, which ultimately benefits all of our businesses, so it’s fantastic. Limerick is doing major things - I don’t think the rest of Ireland sees us coming yet but they will!”
“There’s a lot of experimentation and wackiness in
for the brewery and realised when checking the serial
first issue, Treaty City Brewing Co. has ceaselessly
and Local Enterprise Office Limerick are starting to
the making of the beer, Stephen’s father was a fitter 1980s. Last year Stephen bought a large steel tank
Now, they have their own premises and have developed
bigger organisations like Bank of Ireland, the council
As for the future growth of Treaty City, Stephen
who made steel tanks for dairies in Munster in the
“Work brought us back to Ireland and we moved
Fringe – our greatest resource is our people and the
features and cultural history of Limerick. There is also
an unwitting Cunneen historical family connection in
Since we spoke to Stephen Cunneen in our very
different people coming together and collaborating
destination, focusing on local ingredients and makers, a trend that Stephen welcomes.
stresses the importance of a core quality range. the industry which is great, it’s about pushing the
envelope but there has to be something more beyond
that to appeal outside of our core demographic. If you want everyone going to Thomond Park for the match to be drinking your ale you have to provide a drinkable ale, and that’s what we went for with
products in design as well as taste, and Stephen is the to you for hours on the subject – which we can take
as a sign that there are much bigger things to come from Treaty City! Stephen also has a big focus on the
Limerick community, producing a special beer for the first Limerick Fringe Festival in 2016, and also playing
a big role in the Pigtown Food Series. “These people
are our people, the amount of talent in artisan food
and the arts that is here; it would be detrimental to us all to not support one another. For Limerick Fringe we developed a special edition beer and we hope to do
the same again on a bigger scale next year.” As well as that, Treaty City will be releasing some long awaited porters, plus some small batch special editions for the Christmas period. “We also have a couple of major
projects we’re working on that we can’t say too much
about at the moment, but I can say that the Treaty
City we know today is going be having a big 2018 with lots of enhancements and new additions.” Article by: Kayleigh Ziolo
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number of craft brewers sprung up around Ireland from 2014 onwards, but it takes something special to last beyond the initial fad.
stockists in and around the city. They also recently
partnered with publicans in the Market Quarter in Limerick to produce the Market Quarter Beer, which is exclusively sold in bars in the Market Quarter.
was the most cost effective safest way for us to start off.”
onto something.
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L it e r at ur e B o o k Rev i ews Warcross by Marie Lu
Beasts Made of Night by Tochi Onyebuchi
Warcross takes the world by storm, teenage hacker Emika Chen hacks her way
Kos where people’s sins manifest in the form of sin-beasts. 17-year-old Taj is
One for Sci-Fi lovers, published 3rd October. When an online game called
Books to read this month Autumn is truly upon us. With colder days and darker evenings, it’s the perfect
deep into the game and accidently puts herself into a dangerous position when
time to curl up in front of the fire with a good book. We’ve got a great selection
she uncovers a sinister plot at the heart of the plot.
of books for you this month, everything from John Green’s eagerly anticipated new novel to the sixth book in the Helen Grace detective series.
A Nigerian-inspired fantasy adventure about magic, set in the walled city of the most talented of the aki, the people who slay sin-beats. When he is asked to slay the sin of a member of a royal family, he gets caught up in a conspiracy
against them and must fight to save his own life and the princess that he loves. Published 31st October.
Remember Me Always by Renee Collins
Manhattan Beach by Jennifer Egan
Satellite by Nick Lake
Wild Beauty by Anna-Marie McLemore
her without just the memories she was trying to forget. When she begins
Depression, the focuses is on Anna Kerrigan, who has taken up the unusual role
but Earth. Three teenagers born and raised in an orbiting space station hundreds
where the men they love vanish. Suddenly a mysterious boy appears in their
Shelby, a 17-year-old girl, undergoes treatment to cure her PTSD that leaves imagining a handsome stranger she can’t help but wonder if the doctors have
somehow blocked out a previous relationship too because this boy insists they’re in love. Published 3rd October.
A thrilling read for historic fiction lovers set in Brooklyn during the Great of a woman working in Brooklyn Naval Yard because most men are at war. One
night out she reconnects with a mysterious man from her family’s past who has
some interesting answers for her as to why her father suddenly disappeared. Published 10th October.
Hide and Seek by M.J. Arlidge
Turtles All the Way Down by John Green
is behind bars, framed for a murder. Over her long career she has made some
this novel to explore his own struggles with mental illness. With the lure of a
This crime thriller is the sixth book in the Helen Grace series. Detective Grace dangerous enemies, some of who are with her in HM Prison. When her fellow
inmates begin to be killed Grace has to use her skills to find the killer, before the killer finds her. Hits bookshops 10th October.
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A great read for anyone who has wondered if it would be possible to live anywhere
of miles above Earth, are about to make their first trip to Earth. They have been raised by astronauts and prepared for any possible situation and mishap in space or
the flight home. But nothing could have prepared them to finally live and survive on Earth. Lands in bookshops 3rd October.
published 3rd October.
despite her glamorous lifestyle, she’s lonely. So she jumps at the first chance to
in ruins, her parent’s marriage in shambles and her sister mysteriously injured. A
to Paris and leaves her with an interesting invitation: an invite to a dirty book club
having moved to New York, Del, returns to New Orleans to find her hometown
illness.
of the Nomeolvides family and what family and loss means to them. Set to be
oncoming Hurricane Katrina and her parents have to leave without her? Previously
100,000 dollar reward at stake, 16 year old Aza begins investigating the mystery
also trying to control the negative thoughts that come with having a mental
try to figure out where he came from they stumble across the magical secrets
The Dirty Book Club by Lisi Harrison
What happens to a family when one daughter refuses to leave in the face of the
But at the focus of the story is Aza navigating life, family and friendship, while
lush estate gardens, he knows nothing of himself except his first name. As they
The Floating World by C. Morgan Babst
Green’s long anticipated fifth novel hits shelves 10th October. Green uses
of fugitive billionaire Russell Pickett, with her fearless friend Daisy by her side.
The women of the Nomeolvides family have been the victims of a horrible curse
stunning debut by Babst that explores family, grief and what home really means. Published 17th October.
M.J. Stark seems to have a perfect life with a great job and sexy boyfriend but
move across to a quiet beach town in California. Her new elderly neighbour moves that was started in the 1960s. Published 10th October. Article by: Sarah Talty
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smiles and waves, basking in the polite applause of a most appreciative audience and then vacates the stage,
and the next one up begins to panic
wondering how he’s meant to follow that. He’s suddenly insignificant, insufficient, immature despite his years, still seeking something
that would set him apart, fashioning some sense of identity, fabricating a performer's persona, picking some particular sign,
something peculiar, emblematic,
something to act as a surrogate muse, something other than his eyes
upon which a watching crowd could focus, the locus of his secret powers,
something he could hide behind
when he stands up to stumble over lines
or to subject these people to forced rhymes from the spot-lights around the open mic, some quirk to augment the over-all effect,
Tommy Collins, 29, is a writer, teacher, artist, singer, Gaeilgeoir, and goalkeeper from Caherdavin. His
poems tend to deal with love, loss, friendship, nature, sports, and poetry itself. His poetry in Irish and in English has been published in the White
House Poetry Revival Journal, The Stony Thursday
Book, UL's Ogham Stone, Mary Immaculate College's Scothsmaointe Gan Smál, and the August 2017 chapbook from Stanzas.
Stanzas is an event for writers to come together, share their work, and meet like-minded people. They run
monthly in Hook and Ladder Cafe (Sarsfield Street). For more info on who they are, what they do and how
you can get involved, see facebook.com/StanzasLCK or www.stanzas.ie
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among the generations of iconic bow-ties
that would make him feel at home on those nights when
his name is called among those of mastercraftsmen.
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f ilm A (brief ) history of the monster movie, Part 3 Still, Europe was in no mood for monsters during
the 60s, it seems. More 'traditional' genres, such as
Western and war epics would see a great resurgence. Audiences would be introduced to the so-called Spaghetti Western, thanks to the Italian director
Sergio Leone. Titles such as A Fistful of Dollars
(1964), For a few dollars more (1965), and The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (1966) would become timeless
classics due to their particular visual style and pure kitsch.
The 60s, devoid of big monster movies as the decade
was, did become significant - cinema wise - for two reasons: Italy would begin producing the overly
exploitative giallo, and even more importantly, the zombie genre would be born in this decade. (This Fernando Sanchez returns with his final instalment of
Flower Power and not a monster in sight
magazine previously published a specialist piece on
the origins of the horror genres we know and love today.
The 1960s were not good years for monster movies,
giallo, go and seek it out).
The golden era of monster films and the first great
starting to move on from the post Second World
Zombies: Tales of the Undead
downbeat tone, marked by a series of historical and
and largely remained oblivious to a looming major
in South East Asia would bring great upheaval to
reconstruction of Europe's major cities and their
goers, as we began to explore our sense of mortality
dying years of the previous decade, and thus society
zombie genre.
again.
particularly in Europe. The continent was only just
cycle of sci-fi classics eventually gave way to a more
War trauma. Europe had become conflict-weary,
social events. The outbreak of a landmark conflict
conflict in South East Asia, half a world away. The
a changing society, and darken the mood of cinema
infrastructure had mostly been completed over the
and fear of mass extinction through the guise of the
could look forward to a relatively peaceful future one
Society soon became dominated by a series of social movements that would define many aspects of the
modern world for years to come. The civil rights
movement, the student movement, and global antiVietnam protests would highlight major social issues going on at the time.
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The term 'zombie' would not really enter the collective
mind of American audiences until 1929, on foot of a semi-fictional work by W.B. Seabrook called The
Magic Island . Seabrook, a self-proclaimed occultist and explorer a la Alesteir Crowley, told a highly sensationalized tale of zombified villagers in Haiti.
Back in 1968, a then little known director named
George A. Romero shocked cinema audiences with a
black-and-white account of a zombie uprising. Night
of the Living Dead (1968) became a seminal classic that became the focal point for a whole new type of monster movie. Shot by a bunch of friends on a paltry
budget of about $114,000, Night of the Living Dead became an instant hit and went on to rake in upwards of $18m worldwide.
Despite a simplistic storyline, Night's... greater
For a while, that was the norm. But audiences soon
28 Days Later not only became a highly grossing
a whole new genre, no less, elevating the humble
cities or countrysides, looking for brains. The genre
in the natural evolution of the zombie, no mean feat
significance cannot be underestimated. It kickstarted
zombie creature to the same ranks of popularity as the most classic monsters, like vampires or werewolves.
Romero followed Night of the Living Dead with two
got tired of zombies slowly perambulating around
was mercilessly mocked and lampooned, bringing about a steady decline in popularity. For most of the
80s and 90s, most zombie movies were straight-to-
movie in its own right. It brought about the next step by any standards. All subsequent examples of this undying have adopted this canon of nu-zombism.
video (later DVD) fodder.
There have been some prime examples of zombie films
of the Dead' (1985), thus completing his 'Trilogy of
But that was all about to change in 2002 with a
by Zack Snyder would jump out as a gory, effective,
The origin of the 'zombiness' in Romero's movie is
Directed by Danny Boyle of Trainspotting fame, 28
2007's REC also became a surprisingly good zombie
forces are to blame, there are also hints that a 'radiation
arm for the moribund zombie genre. No longer are
zombie may not truly apply. In REC, the cause of
'official' sequels, 'Dawn of the Dead' (1978) and 'Day the Dead’.
left ambiguous. Though it is implied that supernatural
leak' may have been the triggering factor for raising the dead.
Nu-zombie: The Resurgence of a, well, zombified genre
Romero's zombies were slow, shambling creatures roaming the world searching to consume the still
living. The zombie's only instinct is to prey on their erstwhile fellow human beings. Interestingly, the
z-word is not mentioned once throughout the movie. The beleaguered humans refer to the undead menace simply as 'the creatures’.
British film called 28 Days Later.
Days Later became the reinvigorating shot in the zombies the slow, groaning creatures of yesteryear.
Now, they have been upgraded to violent, aggressive, dynamic beings that run and jump and do all they can to get you. While not truly zombies in the strict
since. 2004's remake of Romero's Dawn of the Dead and altogether great monster movie.
yarn, though much like in 28 Days Later, the word
the disease is a rabies-like virus that gets passed on through bites, turning people into hyper-aggressive maniacs.
definition of the word (the so-called 'infected' are
Equally, there have been truly dire examples. Hyper-
turns them into brainless, homicidal creatures), they
Kitamura, and any of the Resident Evil films stand
not dead, but simply afflicted with a viral disease that are terrifyingly effective.
kinetic and hyper-silly Versus (2000) by Ryuehi
out as low points in a genre that has delivered gems and trash in almost equal measures. However, recent
entries like World War Z (2013) and Train to Busan
(2016) show that there's still plenty life left in this timeless subgenre.
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Ev ent Hig hlig ht
TV October TV
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Once Upon a Time
Lore
series Curb Your Enthusiasm was last onscreen –
changes this time around. While the present-day
and the executive producer of The X-Files, this
It’s been six years since Larry David’s cult comedy but the man himself is back, and it looks as if he’s as
misanthropic as ever. At least he is if the new trailer for the forthcoming ninth series of the HBO show
is anything to go by – showing Larry up to his usual tricks as he bumbles his way through life. Yup, it seems that perfume sellers, young love-struck couples
and women who cry at funerals- oh, and an actual judge in an actual courtroom – are all targets in the latest series.
Season 7 is here, but there are going to be some storyline will take place in Seattle, the flashback
will show viewers "a new Enchanted Forest, with
characters that we have seen before but with different tales. After six seasons, the residents of the enchanted forest face their greatest challenge yet as the Evil
Queen, Captain Hook, and Rumpelstiltskin join
From the executive producer of The Walking Dead
anthology series brings to life Aaron Mahnke's
"Lore" podcast and uncovers the real-life events that spawned our darkest nightmares. Blending dramatic scenes, animation, archive and narration, Lore reveals how our horror legends - such as vampires, werewolves and body snatchers - are rooted in truth.
Jean McGlynn – Songs in Suits
Lucy on an epic quest to once again bring hope to
12th October, Dolans Warehouse
OpenHouse Limerick
characters and old search for true love, find adventure,
Songs in Suits is a ‘cabaret-style production’ that will feature a mix of ballads, up
OpenHouse is an international initiative to foster an appreciation and understanding
against evil, as classic tales are once more twisted and
traditionally performed by men. Working in collaboration with musical director
2017 is the sixth year of OpenHouse Limerick, with the theme “Architecture is
forces with a grown-up Henry Mills and his daughter
their world and ours. Along the way, new fairy tale
and once again take sides in the struggle of good
tempo songs, jazz, blues and rock musical styles all immediately identifiable as songs
reimagined.
Noël Lennon and a 6-piece band, the show will see Jean give her own unique female twist to a range of songs made famous by men down through the years. In recent
years Jean has developed a recognition as a theatre producer. Her production of Lily at the Belltable in 2011 saw her create a dramatic a series of musical monologues
followed by a sell-out production of Cabaret des Frites at the Spiegeltent in both 2014 and 2015. Modern Family
You’ve probably already heard the bad news: season 10 will probably be the last for the family-centric
sitcom. But we have some good news for you, too: Modern Family season 9 is right around the corner.
Get ready to really savour Phil’s antics, Claire’s
well-intentioned nagging and Gloria’s tight dresses, because it’s looking like you’re only getting two more
seasons of them — and the comical situations that come about for the family, especially when all three of
these combine. You’ve seen all three camps of the big, hilarious family weather disaster, celebrate triumph
and lean on each other through life’s daily obstacles, big and small. It’s only natural if, at this point, the cast of Modern Family feels a little like your family.
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Stranger Things
Stranger Things has become one of the stand-out hit
series on Netflix, and fans are desperate for news on Season 2.If you’re new to the programme, it focuses on the disappearance of a young boy and a telekinetic
girl – who helps his friends search for him.The show is set in the 1980s, paying homage to the pop culture
of the decade. Good news for Stranger Things fans
as there is a date for the new series. Season 2 will be
released on Netflix on 27th October 2017. Netflix say: It’s 1984 and the citizens of Hawkins, Indiana are still reeling from the horrors of the Demogorgon and the
secrets of Hawkins Lab. Will Byers has been rescued from the Upside Down but a bigger, sinister entity
Valor
In Valor, the boundaries between military discipline and human desire are tested on a U.S. Army base
that houses an elite unit of helicopter pilots trained to perform clandestine international and domestic
missions. The drama unfolds in the present as well as in flashbacks to a failed mission involving one of the
first female pilots in the unit, ultimately uncovering
Songs in Suits follows suit and this show will see McGlynn take to Dolans
Warehouse with a production that includes her trademark cabaret style complete with costumes, choreography and a six-piece band. The show will feature music by
performers such as Leonard Cohen, David Bowie, Freddie Mercury, Frank Sinatra, Fred Astaire and many others
Photography by: Ken Coleman
Various locations, Limerick City and County
of the value of architectural excellence in the built environment, in an urban setting. Story”. Over the weekend October 6th to 8th, there will be a programme of free
events where people are encouraged to participate in exploring and learning about our built environment through architect-guided and self-guided tours, walks, talks and exhibitions, examining the buildings and spaces that contain the lives and stories of Limerick's urban and rural citizens. New additions to the programme include
Gardens International Office (Hanging Gardens), Courtyard House, Newport, the Convent of Mercy, O’Connell Avenue and a series of tours, walks and children’s
events. The theme will explore how what we create, is what we communicate – how our intentions and our aspirations dictate what we build, and capture our moment in time, and our understanding of and investment in the environment we create and how it influences us.
For the full programme of events see www.openhouselimerick.ie Photography by: Deirdre Power
layers of personal and government/military secrets
and leading to a season-long plan to rescue a group of MIA soldiers.
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still threatens those who survived.
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E v e n t g uid e ART
Playboy of the Western World: The Musical
Thurs 19th October
Sun 1st October
Lime Three Theatre, Mary Immaculate College, Courtbrack
Lecture Series: Roger Medalin
Curators Choice for the month of October: Majella O’Neill
Avenue, Limerick @ 8pm
St Mary’s Cathedral, Bridge Street, Limerick @ 8pm
Fri 6th October
Startup Grind Limerick
Gearoid Farrelly “Home Truths”
Workbench, Bank of Ireland 125 O’Connell St.
Collins The Hunt Museum, Custom House, Rutland Street, Limerick
Fri 13th October
Kasbah Social Club, 5 Dock Road, Limerick @ 7:30pm
Rita Duffy: Alternate Truth
MUSIC
The Hunt Museum, Custom House, Rutland Street, Limerick
Fri 13th October
Fri 6th October
The Waterloo Concert Featuring Susannah de Wrixon
An Evening with Nik Kershaw
Wed 18th October
Friars Gate Theatre, Sarsfield St, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick @ 8pm
University Concert Hall, University of Limerick, Castletroy,
Signs of the Times: The Hidden Language of Paintings
Wed 18th October
Limerick @ 8pm
The Hunt Museum, Custom House, Rutland Street, Limerick @
Ger Carey Live
9pm
Friars Gate Theatre, Sarsfield St, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick @ 11am
Fri 13th October The Greatest Love of All – The Whitney Houston Story
FAMILY/KIDS
Fri 20th October
University Concert Hall, University of Limerick, Castletroy,
Sun 1st October
Eleanor Tiernan
Limerick @ 8pm
Kids Arts & Crafts Club
Kasbah Social Club, 5 Dock Road, Limerick @ 7:30pm
The Hunt Museum, Custom House, Rutland Street, Limerick @ 2:30pm
The Darkness Down and out in Paris and London
Dolans Warehouse, 4 Alphonsus Street, Limerick @ 8pm
Friars Gate Theatre, Sarsfield St, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick @ 8pm Sat 7th October
Tues 17th October
Art SPACE Kids Activity Session
Thurs 26th October
Castleconnell Autumn Concert Series: Tine Thing Helseth &
Limerick City Gallery of Art, Carnegie Building, Pery Square,
Some People V Reginald D. Hunter
Gunnar Flagstad
Limerick @ 10:30am
Lime Three Theatre, Mary Immaculate College, Courtbrack
All Saints Church, Castleconnell Co. Limerick @ 8pm
Avenue, Limerick @ 8pm Drop in Arts & Crafts
Sat 21st October
The Hunt Museum, Custom House, Rutland Street, Limerick @
Fri 27th October
Blackbird & Crow
12pm
Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbot
Ormston House, 9 – 10 Patrick Street, Limerick @ 7pm
Fri 6th October
Live At The Big Top @ 7pm
“Transition” Noun: An Exhibition
Little Hours
Friars Gate Theatre Sarsfield St, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick @ 7:30
27th Annual Festival of One Act Drama
pm
Friars Gate Theatre, Sarsfield St, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick @ 8pm
DRAMA/COMEDY
Dolans Warehouse, 4 Alphonsus Street, Limerick @ 8pm
Tues 24th October
Mon 2nd - Tues 3rd October
WORKSHOPS/LECTURES
Imelda May
An Trial 2017
Friday 6th October 6-8pm
University Concert Hall, University of Limerick, Castletroy,
Belltable, 69 O’Connell Street, Limerick @ 10:20am & 12:30pm
Founder Friday (Meetup for Startups)
Limerick @ 8pm
Mother Macs Bar, Limerick. Thurs 5th October
Sun 29th October
Pulled by Niamh Moroney
Fri 13th October
Siege of Limerick
Friars Gate Theatre Sarsfield St, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick @ 8pm
The World of Edward Thomas O’Dywer of Limerick (1886
Dolans Warehouse, 4 Alphonsus Street, Limerick @ 12:30pm
-1917)
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Mary Immaculate College, O'Connell Avenue, Limerick@ 9:45am
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C l osin g t im e 1 0 M i n u t es Wi t h . . . Tom Collins Occupation: Sign Writer
What is the most recent book you have read?
The city centre has really improved in recent years
Fun fact about you: I can’t whistle to save my life!
of conversations about life with well know comedic
river to truly benefit from.
What motivates you in the morning?
Sick in the Head by Judd Apatow. It’s a collection writers and actors.
Honestly, paying my bills and keeping my word.
Are you superstitious/do you have any personal
it and that anything can happen if I put my best
I don’t believe I am overly superstitious or that I can
Knowing deep down that everyday is what you make forward.
What one thing do you never leave the house without?
A sense of humour. Any hidden or lesser known talents?
My toasted sandwiches are pretty good, I’m told. As a child what did you want to be growing up?
I loved drawing so I suppose I dreamt of working as an artist of some kind but I never thought I could
make a living doing something that I loved, that is until I became totally unemployable in everything
else I tried to do and decided to reinvent myself in my
rituals for good luck?
affect a good or bad run of luck by say switching on and off the lights 100 times before leaving the house
but I do get a huge amount of energy from a simple kayak on the river or some yoga from time to time
and from my experience I believe in the power of attraction. My philosophy is to ‘keep doing the next
but not too much’ I made this quote into an enormous
mixed media lettering project in my studio to remind
myself of her support and more importantly her sage warning.
leads to positive outcomes in some area of my personal life or career that need it.
How would you sum up your life in 6 words? Be who you’re meant to be.
Typically starts with a very short lie in and once our
their motto was ‘to always give the turn to those who give you the turn’. Needless to say, we have a large
number of great places we visit and we’re really spoilt for choice. It’s inspiring to see how foodie Limerick has become.
I love coffee! My friend Sean Starr from Starr Studios
podcast called ‘Coffee with a Sign Painter’, a monthly
podcast in the design section where we chatted to various interesting people we encountered through
our work over a coffee. By the time we hung up our
spurs we had attracted 38,000 listeners in 78 countries worldwide who heard about our collaborations and
various side projects and of course the best places to drink coffee in Limerick and Dallas.
activities have been seen to, my other half and I have
Favourite people?
a trip around the tasty food stalls of the Milk Market.
friends and family who take me as they find me. In the
a nice breakfast treat somewhere in town followed by
The afternoon might be spent, weather permitting, taking Maisie (the westie) around UL for some fresh
air and returning home to just hang out, maybe play
video games with Seth or watch something good on TV. Dinner with friends is always good and Sundays we love going to the cinema and luckily there’s a very good one nearby. Often we have supper out somewhere
where we’ve got to know the staff and owners. Mostly
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of them. My parents also ran a service business and
Texas and I recently retired our popular iTunes
son’s drop offs and collections to-and-from various
an important meeting once, she said ‘just be yourself,
and I’m proud to say I’ve worked with the very best
guided me in new healthier directions that always
generally this practice (for want of a better word) has
What is your favourite word?
Something my wife Niki said to me before going into
Limerick really has so many great places to eat now
Best drink in town?
Describe your ideal weekend in Limerick?
Favourite quote of all time?
Favourite place to grab a bite?
right thing’. Trusting your instinct can be scary but
mid twenties and pursue that ambition.
Dad.
with lots of great cycles and safe walks all around the
at weekends we just recharge the batteries.
Obviously my nearest and dearest, followed by the
wider world, I’ve a soft spot for life’s underdogs and
people starting out on difficult paths, be it students needing some work experience or a life saving volunteer group struggling to keep the lights on. Happiness is... An inside job.
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