Imbolc & Brigid’s Day

Image of Brídeog (Brigid Doll) against a large Rosemary Bush. Brídeog is made of hay, wearing a white cloak and yellow dress made from cotton material. (c) Shauna Gilligan This year as well as giving a series of workshops focused on Brigid as part of Brigid 1500, I am attending numerous Brigid events. On Saturday … Continue reading Imbolc & Brigid’s Day

Strokestown International Poetry Festival – Reading “1922”

Cover of Washing Windows Too Edited by Alan Hayes and Nuala O'Connor I'm delighted to be taking part in this year's Strokestown International Poetry Festival. I will be reading my poem "1922" alongside other women poets published in Washing Windows Too: Irish Women Write Poetry edited by Alan Hayes and Nuala O’Connor (Arlen House). This event will feature readings from: … Continue reading Strokestown International Poetry Festival – Reading “1922”