1. Birdwatch Dawn Chorus We’re hosting our first ever Dawn Chorus on Sunday 17th May. Led by Rob Wealdon of Birdwatch Ireland, this free event will identify all of the species of bird native to Ard Nahoo by their beautiful song. Let’s just hope the Cockrel doesn’t sing louder than the lot of them. Click here [...] (Continue reading)
Presents Depending on who you’re speaking to, this could be the most important part of Christmas (not to be cynical - this could be a child’s opinion, or a fraught parent on the hunt for the only gift on a Santa list). And of course, in these tricky times, presents may be one of the biggest [...] (Continue reading)
1. Sligo Quayside Don’t forget we’re in the Quayside mall in Sligo tomorrow, all day, with our Christmas gift vouchers and yoga CDs. So if you’re in the area, pop along and say hello. 2. Carol Singing While you’re in town, head to the Farmer’s Market at the IT to see singing group Voices from the Fridge [...] (Continue reading)
Mmm. The best part of Christmas, if you ask me. The only time of year you can indulge with an excuse. For gluttons like me, there’s nothing better. But how can you stay as green as possible, as the belt begins to strain? As well as the worries the recession brings? Well, read on…. Food Everyone knows [...] (Continue reading)
There’s a definite feeling of festive cheer going around Ard Nahoo (which is, I admit, uncharacteristic). So with all the concerns of the recession, a planet that’s falling apart and plain old Christmas boredom, here is your very own guide to a merry Christmas. Tree A tricky issue. While some may argue that an artificial Christmas [...] (Continue reading)
He found his way home (with a little helping hand from the kids). In trying to coax him out of the open door (still favouring a closed window) we were very surprised to see him perch on the edge of the stairs and watch us intently, from about 15 inches away. Perhaps the tamest bird [...] (Continue reading)