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An Intimate Gig with an Award-Winning Australian Folk Duo. Saije is an award-winning, indie folk duo whose soulful harmonies, dynamic guitar-lines and percussive breakdowns breathe life into heartfelt stories. Their song writing is crafted from the depths; stirring melodies bound together with graceful lyricism, and through multitasking techniques, the pair create a full-bodied sound enriched by flavours … Continue reading "Cosy Concert with Saije"

Join Deirdre Vezir, in our Kilrush shop, and learn how to make seasonal decorations from paper and natural materials.This is a free event, suitable for families for families.Please RSVP to events@bannerbooks.ie to let us know you're coming!

Join local author Eilís to talk about her new book, ‘These Intangible Things’, published by Banner Books. We are very excited to see our first Banner Books publication go to print, and we are especially pleased to be working with local author, Eilís Haden-Storrie, and illustrator Peter Goossens. Could the wisdom of the past offer … Continue reading "Author Teatime with Eilís Haden-Storrie"

The monthly open mic social at our Kilrush shop is a free event, open to all. For lovers of poetry, flash fiction and any kind of creative writing. Come to read from your own work or to share a favourite piece by another writer, or come to listen and support. Tea, coffee, and treats provided.This … Continue reading "Open Mic Social hosted by Frank Golden"

Join well-known broadcaster, author and educator Éanna Ní Lamhna for the launch of her new book, ‘The Great Irish Biodiversity Book’.The latest book in the bestselling and award-winning Gill Books series of big topics tackled by experts, this beautifully illustrated guide introduces Ireland’s plants, animals, trees and insects to readers of all ages.Éanna takes us … Continue reading "Book Launch with Éanna Ní Lamhna"

Bob Vernon invites you to a free introduction to meditation and mindfulness at Banner Books, Kilrush. Bob has been practicing meditation for 50 years and teaching it in Doonbeg, Miltown Malbay, Ennistimon, Doolin, and Kilrush since 2012. Book a place at revbobvernon@hotmail.com

Celebrate Irish Book Week with our panel of authors and educators, and join the conversation to gain some inspiration! Tickets for this event are by Pay-As-You-Can Donation at geektickets.ie A facilitated panel discussion and Q&A with experienced, award-winning local writers, all of whom also work to educate and support and encourage other writers. Hear about … Continue reading "Writer’s Roundtable for Irish Book Week"

Sarah Clancy is a poet and community worker, best known in Co. Clare as the coordinator of Clare PPN. She holds an MA in public advocacy and activism, as well as diplomas in European human rights law and community development practice. As a performance poet, Sarah has won the Cúirt International Festival of Literature Grand … Continue reading "Open Mic Social hosted by Sarah Clancy"