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Enjoy forbidden fruit

Forbidden Fruit, Dublin city centre’s multi-stage music and arts festival, takes place from June 1-3 in the Royal Hospital, Kilmainham. Expect music, art, fashion, food and simple good vibes. www.forbiddenfruit.ie

Learn about cinema

Cinemagic Film and Television Festival for Young People, with film screenings, television masterclasses, school workshops, boot camps, and young critics panels, has returned to Dublin. www.cinemagic.ie

Watch William

When 18-year-old William Foyle’s first solo exhibition took place he was hailed as “one to watch”. Eight years on, his fourth show, Landscapes, is at Asia House, London, from June 11-23. Foyle’s atmospheric, subtle paintings capture the changing light on land and reflect different states of mind. www. williamfoyle.com

Bolt to Beaulieu

Vantastival is a family-run magical weekend festival, bringing together a remarkable array of Irish acts at Beaulieu House, Drogheda, Co Louth, May 31–June 2. www.vantastival.com

Make a date with Miriam

Textile artist Miriam Brady will teach you how to felt a beautiful picture (example below) on June 8, 9, 15 or 16, in her studio overlooking beautiful Blessington Lakes. For info and bookings, email hanlock99@gmail.com