So welcome to another Pigtown Listings. Unfortunately, we now know the pubs won’t be opening up this week. This will be disappointing for a lot of you, not least those who are waiting to return to work. That said, there’s still plenty to do in Limerick this week.
Therefore, if you’re attending any of the events listed below, be sensible. Please respect the event organisers’ Covid-19 procedures. Wear your facemask if required. Most of these events require pre-booking so check the links provided in advance.
Our Pigtown Pick of the Week is the 5th Annual 10K Charity Paddle for Rapecrisis Midwest. It takes you along the River Shannon from Annacotty into the City. It’s a great way to challenge yourself and experience Limerick from a whole new angle, all while helping raise money for a great cause.
By the way, did you read our feature on Limerick Podcasts yet?
All Week
National Heritage Week kicks off on Saturday with events across the country. Find out more on www.heritageweek.ie.
A new Limerick Medieval Trail has been launched. This is a collaboration between Limerick.ie, St. Mary’s Cathedral, King John’s Castle, Limerick Civic Trust, Limerick Museum and The Hunt Museum. Check out the map here.
The Hunt Museum is hosting a series of Mini-Camps for kids aged 6-12. This week’s theme is Arts & Crafts. Pre-booking essentials. Cost €75 per child. Find out more on https://www.huntmuseum.com/whats-on/arts-crafts-week-1000-1200/
The Panoramic Wheel continues to turn in Arthurs Quay Park www.panoramicwheel.ie
Wednesday 12th August
The Hunt Museum and LCGA continue hosting a series of Concerts For Kids aged 6-12 in the Art Gallery. The series will be friendly, intimate and informal performances that connect to artwork from our permanent collection. This week’s performer is Jenni. These are free events with two performances available: 10.30 – 11.00 and 11.00 – 11.30. With very limited capacity, booking is essential: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/concerts-for-kids-jenni-tickets-115359278708
Meanwhile, the Hunt Museum invite you to take part in their Best Costume Goes To… Experience for Families from 2 pm. €7.50 per adult and kids go free. Parents must accompany children. Bookings are essential. https://www.huntmuseum.com/whats-on/best-costume-goes-to-experience-for-families/
Boherbuoy Brass & Reed Band are performing a Community Recital at Oakview Drive, Ballinacura Gardens starting at 7:15 pm. Weather permitting. Bring a chair
Thursday 13th August
Neighbourfood Limerick is a fantastic initiative that allows you to order a box of delicious, locally-produced food from 30+ Limerick producers via their website for collection at the Milk Market on Thursdays between 5 pm and 8 pm. Order online at https://www.neighbourfood.ie/markets/limerick/29
The Hunt Muesuem is hosting a Poetry Jam in the Garden from 4 pm to 7pm. Bookings are essential. https://www.huntmuseum.com/whats-on/poetry-jam-in-the-garden/
Friday 14th August
The latest Jazz Lunchtime at the Hunt Museum Café takes place at 12.30 pm with Aoife Doolan. Find out more at https://www.huntmuseum.com/whats-on/friday-lunchtime-jazz/
The Hunt Museum invite you to take part in their Best Costume Goes To… Experience for Families from 2 pm. €7.50 per adult and kids go free. Parents must accompany children. Bookings are essential. https://www.huntmuseum.com/whats-on/best-costume-goes-to-experience-for-families/
Fancy some crooning with your dinner? Swing Back in time with Liam O’Brien at the Limerick Strand Hotel at 8 pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/304734414296168/
Saturday 15th August
National Heritage Week kicks off today with events across the country. Find out more on www.heritageweek.ie.
The Milk Market is open from 8 am to 3 pm
Meanwhile, a Crafts & Gardening Market is running in the Potato Market from 11 am to 4 pm. More info here
PICK OF THE WEEK Limerick Kayaking Academy & Canoeing Ireland are organising the 5th Annual 10K Charity Paddle in aid of Rape Crisis Midwest. The cost is €25 (or €10 if you bring your own Kayak) with 100% of proceeds got to Rape Crisis Midwest. Starts at the Shannon Rowing Club in Annacotty and finished by St Michael Rowing Club in the City. This is an amazing event for a great cause. Register on www.rapecrisis.ie/products.html/Products-to-buy
The Downtown Dixieland Band are entertaining people with Jazz on the Boardwalk at the bandstand on Harveys Quay at 12 noon. Find out more
As part of Heritage Week, An Taisce are hosting a Cycle Tour of Limerick’s At Risk Buildings. The event is free. Social distancing will be observed. They have created an interactive map that will be revealed on the day. Meet at Potato Market at 1.30pm
Julianne Hennelly hosts Social Harmonies, a community music event at 2 pm in Arthurs Quay Park.
Got some old furniture or an object you would like to reclaim? The Hunt Mueseum are running an Upcycling Workshop from 2 pm to 5pm. Booking is essential. https://www.huntmuseum.com/whats-on/august-upcycling/
In the Limerick Senior Club Football Championship, Newcastle West play Dromcoelogher Broadford at 7 pm in Mick Neville Park. Meanwhile, Adare take on Na Piarsaigh in Ballybrown. Find out more at LimerickGAA.ie
Sunday 16th August
Yoga Walks Ireland are hosting the Canon Sheehan Yoga Walk at 10 am along the Canon Sheehan Loop in Glenanaar Forest, Ardpatrick. Cost €20. Find out more here: https://www.facebook.com/events/294156005069387/
Join Kathryn Crowley for a €5 yoga classes in city centre green spaces at 12.45 pm. Mats available. All levels welcome. Find out more on Facebook or www.kathryn.ie/limerick
Got some old furniture or an object you would like to reclaim? The Hunt Mueseum are running an Upcycling Workshop from 2 pm to 5pm. Booking is essential. https://www.huntmuseum.com/whats-on/august-upcycling/
In the Limerick Senior Club Football Championship, St Kieran’s play Galbally at 7 pm in Kilmallock. Meanwhile, Oola take on Galtee Gaels/Gaeil Gailtí in Hospital. Find out more at LimerickGAA.ie
Before we finish we have a small request. If you know of an event coming up next week, please let us so we can include it in next week’s Pigtown Listings. There’s obviously lots going on but if we don’t know about it, we can’t help promote it. You can email us or fill out of our contact form