If only I had the money and the time, I'd be heading back.
Alas, it's not to be. The best I can do is promote a literary festival that couldn't have been set in a more beautiful location.
The town of Newcastle West, in the County of Limerick, will celebrate the life and work of their local boy who did good. Except for the part where he drank himself to death, that is, but all the rest is pure brilliance.
From 22 April through the 24th, the town will celebrate the legacy of poet Michael Hartnett.
Popular columnist Fintan O'Toole will deliver the key lecture. In addition, a bevy of poets will be on hand reading poetry, dancers will be dancing, singers will sing, and anyone fortunate enough to attend will be treated to a weekend of Irish culture.
Eigse Michael Hartnett, now in its tenth year, offers the visitor a warm welcome from the small town located in the heart of dairy country. Limerick County Council has a full roster of tourist-related activities, including music and dance. There will be things to do and see in the pubs, church, schools and just about any room available in town that can hold a gathering.
There's golf and hiking and St. Patrick's Well if you're of a mind to unwind rather than be mentally challenged, and you can do it all in the prettiest, greenest part of the island.
Not that I'm biased, of course. And not that I believe the relatives who claim we're related to the poet.
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