Desire Lines: Niamh Regan among the headliners at Other Voices' Guinness Storehouse gig
Niamh Regan. Picture: Molly Keane
The fifth instalment of ‘Other Voices: Home at the Guinness Storehouse’ is set to take place at St James’ Gate on Wednesday, November 13, and the line-up is pretty outstanding.
Under the stewardship of Fight Like Apes’ MayKay, The Mary Wallopers, Tolü Makay, Just Mustard, SOAK, Pádraic Keane, and Niamh Regan, above, will all take to the stage in celebration of the nation’s diverse talents.
A limited number of free tickets will be available to the public at 12pm on Tuesday, October 29, from the storehouse website. Set an alarm, these will go fast.
- guinness-storehouse.com
Cashmere queen Lucy Nagle’s new collection is just what we need to keep cosy this autumn.
The Irish designer’s luxe new collection features flattering new shades of Snow Peak, Affogato, and Pink Shell in timeless styles like her Relaxed Cashmere Cardigan with extra-long sleeves and oversized cuffs and a Cashmere Zipper with double-layered hood.
Prices start at €50 for cashmere socks, €150 for travel wraps, and cashmere sweaters from €185.
- lucynagle.com
Looking for a spooky read this Halloween? How about entering the creepiest school in the world?
Cork poet and children’s author Eibhlís Carcione’s new supernatural tale, Black Gables, is the perfect read for those aged nine to 12 to absorb over the mid-term break.
And on October 31, Carcione will be doing a live reading at Cork City Library at 2pm. The event is free but booking is essential.
Fancy-dress encouraged.
- eibhliscarcione.com
The views from Perch café and wine bar are worth the visit alone. Floor to ceiling windows overlook the river at the venue in the five star Kingsley.
This urban retreat specialises in quick, delicious breakfasts and lunches for anyone on the go. Popping in for a quick bite?
Try the breakfast bar with its view of the Lee. Soups and sandwiches cater for the lunch crowd and their sweet treats are five-star luxury.
- thekingsley.ie/perch/
We’re loving the sound of Eccles’ New Year’s Eve ball. The Glengarriff hotel transforms into a Regency-era wonderland for the ‘New Year’s Eve Bridgerton Ball’. Think grand halls and black tie.
Beginning with a glamorous cocktail reception, there’s a five-course dinner curated by award-winning chef Eddie Atwell, with a wine pairing for each course.
Tickets are €89, and the overnight package including tickets to the ball are €378.
- eccleshotel.com
The Ugg boot remains a top trend but the look is elevated with the new platform and heel.
A celebrity favourite, pick yours up now at Schuh, while you still can. Classic Ultra Mini New Heights, €200.
- schuh.ie
The National Circus Festival of Ireland returns to Tralee on October 31 for a four-day spectacle of performance workshops, parades, fireworks, dance, drama, and more.
From high-wire antics to musical and acrobatic workshops there’s fun and drama on offer for every age group.
View the full programme and purchase tickets, from €5 to €70, online.
- circusfestival.ie
