PERFECT TEN
THE TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN SLIGO THIS WEEK
1 KEITH BARRY
Mentalist, Hypnotist and Magician Keith Barry comes to the Raddison Blu Hotel and Spa Sligo on Saturday the 18th of February. Kicking off at 7.30pm the renowned Magician will take you on a whirlwind on emotions over the course of the 3 and a half hour event. Tickets are € 30 on sale at hotel reception, ticket master or www.raddisonhotelsligo.ie
2 THE THIRD POLICEMAN
The Phoenix Players are delighted to announce upcoming dates for their 3 Act Play ‘ The Third Policeman’, which they will be brining to theatre audiences on this year’s Festival Circuit. The Third Policeman is based on the book of the same name by legendary writer Flan O’Brien. This Thursday and Friday the 16th and 17th of February the group will be presenting the show in St Brigid’s Hall Tubbercurry and these will be the only home shows.
3 BRÍD HARPER & TONY O’CONNELL
On Sunday the 19th of February, the Hawk’s Well Theatre hosts the first concert in its Duet at the Well series showcasing Irish music duets in an intimate setting, this will be the first of many such concerts. Legendary Donegal fiddler, Bríd Harper joins virtuoso concertina player Tony O’Connell from Glin, Co. Limerick. Contact info@ hawkswell. com. Tickets are available from the Hawk’s Well Theatre Box Office.
4 STROLL AT THE TRACK
Stroll at the Track will take place at Sligo Racecourse this Sunday 19th February from 12- 4pm. There will be music, a pet farm, bounce zone, auction and more. Entry is free and your donation on the day will be greatly accepted. All proceeds are in aid of North West Hospice.
5 THREE THURSDAYS: BOOKS AND WINE
The popular Books & Wine event returns this Thursday the 16th of Feb with guest Stephen Doyle who will share the comic classic ‘ Three Men in a boat ( To Say Nothing of the Dog)’ by Jerome K Jerome. Tickets are € 12 and includes a glass of wine. Booking early is advised call the Box Office on 071 9161518.
6 PUBLIC SPEAKING WITH ANN RUSSELL
Ann is a freelance actor and director. We all want to be able to express ourselves with clarity and ease. However, many people are hampered by nerves which limit their ability to communicate. She will hold a seminar this Friday the 17 Feb from 4- 9pm and Saturday the 18 Feb from 10- 5pm. The weekend workshop is € 110. To book your place now call the box office on: 071- 91- 61818.
7 CLAUDIA SCHWAB
‘ Attic Mornings’ is the title of Claudia Schwab’s second solo album with guest musicians from Ireland, Bavaria and Austria. 8pm, Saturday 18th February 2017. Homecoming Concert at The Model, Sligo with support from DJ Noone, and special guests. Tickets € 12/€ 10 advanced booking available from the venue or www.themodel.
8 FIFTY SHADES DARKER
The highly anticipated Fifty Shades Darker is in cinemas now. It is the second installment in the Fifty Shades trilogy that traces the deepening relationship between a college graduate, Anastasia Steele, and a young business magnate, Christian Grey. Watch as the two battle their way through a romantic love affair. For more information on times and dates contact the Omniplex box office on: 071- 91- 62651.
9 JOHNNY GALLAGHER & BOXTIE
Johnny Gallagher and Boxtie band will play this Saturday the 11th of February in 5th on Teeling. Johnny oozes charisma and excitement on stage presence. He can change from full on aggressive rock to quieter moments of more tender, introsprective music, and in the course of a set he shows his wizardry on both electric and acoustic guitars. Admission is free with the gig kicking off at 11.30pm. Over 18s only.
10 ANNUAL TABLE QUIZ
The Annual Table Quiz Fundraiser will help Carney Tidy Village with the upkeep and maintenance of the village. It will take place this Saturday the 18th in Batty’s Bar, kicking off on 9.00pm. € 20 per table of 4. On the night there will be a raffle where all prizes are sponsored by local businesses. Your Support would be greatly appreciated.