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Hail history

The Dublin Festival of History continues until October 20 with free talks by a number of bestselling Irish and international historians. It’s a festival beloved by history buffs, and organised by Dublin City Libraries. dublinfestivalofhistory.ie

Pop to Peanut Butter Falcon

The Peanut Butter Falcon, a Huck Finn/buddy type story about two young men on a river trip, one of whom has Down syndrome, will receive a special preview for schools at the Irish Film Institute in Dublin city on October 15 at 10.30am. Schools interested in attending can book by calling (01) 679 5744 or email schools@irishfilm.ie

Fly to a festival

Red Line Book Festival (tomorrow until October 13, various venues South County Dublin) features comedian Alison Spittle hosting the second edition of Internet Famous, talking to authors Sophie White and Colm O’Regan. redlinebookfestival.ie

Zoom to the Zoo

Dublin Zoo is offering half-price entry today to celebrate World Animal Day. To continue the fun, half-price tickets will be available next Saturday and Sunday too. dublinzoo.ie

Race to Rossini

Rossini’s The Barber of Seville, one of opera’s great gems, is at the National Concert Hall on October 12, 13 & 15 (Sat, Sun & Tues). Figaro is sung by exciting Greek baritone Georgios Iatrou; stunning English mezzo soprano Grace Durham sings Rosina; and American super-tenor Randall Bills will sing Count Almaviva. nch.ie