and realising that often images are enough without words…
I am delighted to announce that I will be facilitating a pair of workshops in the gorgeous Irish Writers Centre from 10am until 3pm on Saturday, 7 February 2026 (with an hour for lunch). (Update: Event now booked out) There are only a couple of places left so if you are interested in working with me for a day of close reading, playful writing, guided exercises and discussion – featuring poetry and prose – please head over to the booking page of the Irish Writers Centre. I’d love to see you there.
I’m delighted to be working with Woman Spirit Ireland (WSI) for the 2026 Brigit Festival “Brigit’s Blessings: Healing and Peace Weaving”. I’m looking forward to reading from Mantles, my collaborative exploration of Brigid with visual artist Margo McNulty. Other speakers and performers include Rosari Kingston, Michelle Le Baron, Mary Condren, Bridget O’Connell-Regan, Mari Fitzduff, Moya Cannon, Ruth Marshall, Anne O’Reilly, Grace Wells, Nuala Hayes.
Join us to celebrate the spirit of Brigit through ritual, music, poetry, dance and creative expression. The festival will take place in The Round Room Conference & Events Venue Dublin – Mansion House Dublin 2, on Sunday, Feb 1st from 2pm to 10:30pm.
Festival tickets are available here. Please note that a significant donation arising from this event will be made to Médecins Sans Frontières.
Read Mary Condren’s article “Time to restore Brigid’s distaff as a symbol of peace and healing” in The Irish Times.
Shauna Gilligan Writer 