“The more clearly we can focus our attention on the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have for destruction.” – Rachel Carson, Silent Spring Poet Jane Clarke will lead a workshop exploring how poetry helps us fine-tune our senses and pay attention to the wonders and realities of our threatened world.

Fred & Alice is a quirky love story about 2 amazing mischievous characters who meet in a home. It wasn’t really a home but Fred always called it a home because that was where he lived, and if you are not living at home then where are you? It was love at first sight for Alice. Fred didn’t talk to her again for years but then eventually Fred got used to her and it was love at first sight for him too.

Mark Moriarty has been an inspiration to many home cooks with his books, TV shows and Irish Times Columns. Denis Cotter has been at the avant garde of vegetarian and seasonal cooking since he opened his acclaimed Cork restaurant PARADISO in 1993. In this event both chefs will discuss food, recipes, the best way to eat and their latest books with Peter Ward of Nenagh's Country Choice.

A stunning, lyrical novel told in twenty-one voices Donal Ryan's Heart Be at Peace is a stunning, standalone literary novel in its own right, and a sequel to Donal Ryan's multi-award-winning bestseller, The Spinning Heart. Donal Ryan will be in conversation with writer and radio producer Paula Shields. The event will open with a reading by Geraldine Mitchell from her latest book Naming Love.

This event brings together nature writer Eoghan Daltun and poet Jane Clarke to explore the connecting themes of restoration and hope in their work.

The sea has always been a part of Nuala Moore’s life: her earliest memory is of jumping off her father’s fishing boat in Dingle Harbour and swimming back to shore. Since then, she’s swum in some of the coldest, most remote and dangerous waters in the world, from the Bering Strait to the Drake Passage. After years of marathon swimming, Nuala struggled to balance sacrifice and achievement. Her work–life balance, coupled with caring for her father, forced a change in her pathway. She turned to ice swimming. For Nuala, these extreme situations offered freedom and a chance to find her true north. This special talk will be on board the Ku-Ee-Tu. Nuala will be in conversation with Nathan O'Donnell a Nenagh native and author of The Book of Invasions an exploration of swimming in Lough Derg.

Inspired by his passionate interest in Ireland’s architectural heritage and its preservation, in 2012 writer Robert O’Byrne established The Irish Aesthete, a blog and social media phenomenon dedicated to sharing and showcasing the treasures of Ireland’s built environment. His new book, The Irish Aesthete: Buildings of Ireland, Lost and Found was born from O’Byrne’s tireless work charting the hidden glories of Ireland’s buildings. In this true everyman’s guide, Robert has set out to highlight these landmarks, and to demonstrate how readers young and old can enjoy them.

John McKenna's book Absent Friend is a meditation on a thirty year friendship between Leonard Cohen and Irish writer John MacKenna. Through their letters, emails and MacKenna's exploration of his favourite Leonard Cohen songs, the book builds a picture of a comradeship that culminated in their creating. Between Your Love and Mine, a requiem Mass for theatre, in the months before Leonard's death. This afternoon Leonard Cohen’s songs will be performed by Katie Jacques with readings and reflections by John McKenna on a very important and unique friendship.

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Bruce Springsteen's iconic album "Born In The USA" in style with Glory Days, Ireland's premier Springsteen tribute band. Join them for a special night where they'll be performing the album live from start to finish. From the anthemic title track to the heartfelt ballads like "I'm on Fire," immerse yourself in the timeless sound of Springsteen's masterpiece like never before.

Get ready, Nenagh! The #1 Live Experience for Families is back, bigger and better than ever! Following a sold-out event in 2023, Megaslam proudly presents its incredible 2024 Live Tour! Prepare for an action-packed evening as the larger-than-life characters of Team Nasty and Team Megaslam go head-to-head in an epic battle of strength, skill, and sheer determination. Witness high-flying, death-defying moves that will leave you on the edge of your seat!

Step into a world where art meets activism! Join us at Nenagh Arts Centre for an extraordinary exhibition showcasing the power of printmaking and the voices of local women. From bold linocuts to intricate screen prints, each artwork is a testament to the strength of community and the enduring legacy of feminist movements.

Dan comes from a long lineage of folk musicians and commenced his music career at an early age. Dan has gone from strength to strength in this genre of the industry and consequently it became his full time occupation. Due to the Covid 19 lockdown Dan turned his focus to posting self made videos of his music on social media platforms. Dan is currently one the biggest ticket sellers on the Irish Concert scene, selling out venues North and South.

Comedic fireball Deirdre O'Kane is mad for road, mercilessly mining hilarity from the human condition. Will she conquer the chaos or revel in it? Tame the mayhem or "O'Kane it"? Either way you're in for a night of relentless laughs fuelled by warped personal insight.

Join us as Anne explores the world of the feminine, the mammy, the twerky dancer: From 18-hour girdles and Housewives of The Year, to ripped influencer grannies pumping iron, Anne weaves a pant-wetting path through a changing half century of womany stuff - And that’s just the tip of the Anneburg!