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MLC Workshops
In partnership with Waterford Libraries Services we are happy to present this Series of Free Writing Workshops
Waterford Libraries is delighted to bring a series of free Writing Workshops to the people of Waterford for the third year. The programme runs from August to mid-November and gives participants an opportunity to attend courses in both Irish and English with experienced, well-established writers in their fields. The workshops are either four week or one day and take place online or in Waterford Library branches during the evenings or on Saturdays. Courses are free of charge and open to people over 18 years resident in the City or County of Waterford.
Cork Events
If you have a literary event in Cork (workshop, reading, open mic etc.) that you would like us to list here, please contact us.
Neanderthal Boy by Colm Scully
Launch at Cork City Library, 25th september 6.30pm
“In Neanderthal Boy, Colm Scully’s latest poetry collection, history – both personal and political – unfolds through the lens of myth and memory. With a masterful touch, Scully intertwines the past and present, drawing connections between the familiar and the distant. His poems carry a playful fluidity, blending inventive shapes with an approachable, conversational tone. From the quiet moments – like playing indoor cricket by Cork Harbour, lost in daydreams of Jaipur – to the haunting presence of outsiders and forgotten witnesses, Neanderthal Boy offers a space for voices to rise and ‘find soft footfall at last’. Rich in imagery and insight, this collection invites readers to explore the margins of history and the simple beauty in fleeting, everyday moments.”
—Matthew Geden (Poet and Translator)
Poems, Lost & Found by Emma Clohessy
Launch at Cork City Library, 18th october 3pm
Join friends from the literary world for fun, music, finger food and readings.
The Poets Library
Cork City Library
curated by Kemi George-Simpson
Every first Saturday of the month at Cork City Library, a new poet will dissect their poems sharing origins, influences and the skills that make it impactful.
Next: Róisín Leggett Bohan, 4th October 11 a.m. – 12.30 p.m.
2nd Monday of each Month at 8 p.m. (Streamed from 8.30 p.m.)
Events are held in the Hayloft Bar, upstairs at the Long Valley, Winthrop street, as well as on Zoom and streamed via obheal.ie/live.
Poetry Films start from 7 p.m. (45mins – not streamed). Five Word Challenge starts at 8.30 p.m. Guest poets begin at around 9.30 p.m. Open mic session from 10.30 p.m.
Every Thursday at 7.45 p.m.
Founded in 2021, Lime Square Poets is a platform for poets worldwide to share and celebrate each other’s work. Our weekly online poetry events series is hosted from Limerick & Cork, Ireland, and consists of a reading from a featured poet followed by an open mic.
1st wednesday of each month at 8.30 p.m.
De Barra’s Spoken Word, Clonakilty is an open forum for writers of all genres. The evening features guest speakers, workshops and an open mic.
Frank O’Connor Writers’ Group
2nd Tuesday of each month at 3.30 p.m.
(no meetings in July or August)
The Frank O’Connor Writers’ Group meet in Mayfield Library. Refreshments served. New members always welcome. Phone Mayfield Library on 021-4924935 for further details.