Prince Hugo lives in Limerick. He dreams of living a fairytale life and decides he needs a princess to make that dream come true.
So begins A Limerick Fairytale, a humorous retelling of the Cinderella story by Limerick-based author Gráinne O’Brien. With colourful illustrations by Lena Stawowy, this book brings us on a whistle-stop tour of Limerick’s many landmarks, including King John’s Castle, Thomond Park, Adare Manor and the Shannon.
But it doesn’t just celebrate Treaty county; it also encourages readers to enjoy the small pleasures of everyday life.
It’s widely available for €9.99.
Rainbow blanket
This rainbow spot blanket is a great baby shower gift. Its soft lambswool makes it perfect for swaddling babies. And because it’s woven in the historic Foxford Mills in County Mayo, its exceptional quality will ensure that it will be passed down and treasured for generations to come. Suitable for boys and girls.
Welcome a baby to the world with one of these cheerful prints from pickledpompom.com.
This small Irish design studio makes cards, prints and decorative items, and this particular print can be customised with a name, date or quote of your choice.
It costs €24.
‘Baby Shark’ stage show
Since the catchy ditty Baby Shark was released in 2016, it has become a global phenomenon and currently holds the title of the most-watched YouTube video.
Now, a live theatre show tells the tale behind the song. Produced by Fairytale Stage Show, it features Mummy and Daddy Shark as they prepare Baby Shark for his first day of school. It follows him as he meets new friends, Olivia the Octopus and Tommy the Turtle, and is confronted by the school bully, Alex the Alligator.
Aimed at children aged from one to eight, there are lots of singalong songs, interactive games and surprises that are sure to be enjoyed by the whole family.
The show will be performed in various venues throughout Ireland, including Siamsa Tíre in Tralee, the National Opera House in Wexford and SETU in Waterford.
Tickets cost €15 for adults, €12 for children and €45 for a family of four.
This week is Neurodiversity Celebration Week, and to mark the occasion, ADHD Ireland is hosting a free online event to raise awareness about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Taking place from 7pm to 9pm on Wednesday, March 19, this is a free event for anyone with ADHD, those who know someone with it, or anyone looking to learn more about the condition.
The event’s title is Why Should We Talk About ADHD? and will feature Dr Christina Seery, a leading expert in ADHD research in Ireland.
She will discuss why people might be hesitant to talk about ADHD and how they might benefit from starting a conversation.
The artist Laura Burke and Irish Examiner journalist Mike McGrath-Bryan will also contribute by sharing their personal stories of ADHD and what they have gained by talking openly about it.
Family psychotherapist Dr Richard Hogan will give a talk on how to navigate parenting challenges in the digital age in the Killarney Plaza Hotel this Thursday, March 20.
From 7pm to 9pm, Hogan will share his insights and give practical tips on how we can help our children to manage their smartphone and social media usage while also staying safe online.
