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Butlers Chocolate Experience – Dublin, Ireland

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland’s very own Chocolate factory has just recently opened. The Butler’s Chocolate Experience is sure to please any chocoholic! Discover the progress of Butlers from 1932 to 2013 through the vast artefacts and memorabilia before learning about the all important … Continue reading →

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Dublin’s National Gallery to be Upgraded

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

The National Gallery in Dublin is to get an upgraded estimated to be worth €20 million.

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Hollywood comes to Dublin and Wicklow

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Hotly tipped as one of the films of the year, Lincoln is racking up award nominations from everywhere and this week as the award ceremonies for the year began, its winning streak started when Daniel Day Lewis scoped the Best … Continue reading →

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New Years Eve 2012 in Ireland

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Why not celebrate New Years Eve 2012 in Ireland this year? Dublin will be hosting a Countdown to 2013 concert at College Green, Dublin 2. Ring in the new year in style with Irish music stars Imelda May and BellX1 … Continue reading →

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The Irish Gathering 2013 reveals over 1,500 events

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

It’s been revealed that over 1,500 events will be staged throughout Ireland next year by local communities, family groups and local organisations as part of the Irish Gathering 2013.

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International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award Long list Announced!

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

The long list of books that have been nominated for the 2013 International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award was announced today. Nominated by libraries in 120 cities, within 44 countries and in 19 different languages, there are 154 books making the … Continue reading →

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Be Inspired by the Dublin Book Festival this November

Posted on November 6, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

From 13th – 18th November, over 140 authors will take part in this year’s Dublin Book Festival, which will happen in and around Smock Alley Theatre, Temple Bar. A celebration of Irish writing and publishing, the crammed programme of events … Continue reading →

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Harry Potter and the Tom Markham Cup

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

In the space of just a few days, Ireland has seen some of Hollywood’s hottest property celebrate with a winning GAA team and mingle with locals and visitors. The Dublin Minor GAA Football team were celebrating in the city on … Continue reading →

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Sporting and Supporting Ireland!

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

What a weekend for Sport in Ireland and for our Sporting Stars representing Ireland. In London, Ireland’s Paralympians have been racking up the medals across a number of disciplines and smashing world records whilst they are at! The medal count … Continue reading →

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Emerald Isle Classic to attract thousands of Americans

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

This Saturday 1st September, The Emerald Isle Classic between Notre Dame and Navy from the USA kicks off at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin at the local time of 2pm, marking the start of the Football season. The two teams … Continue reading →

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