On January 30, Longford Writers Group had its first ever St Brigid's themed event which took place in Torc Restaurant. With poetry and prose read aloud, with some trad music, the evening went down a treat. Photos were taken by Shelley Corcoran and we hope you enjoy this gallery.

placeholder image — On January 30, Longford Writers Group had its first ever St Brigid's themed event which took place in Torc Restaurant. With poetry and prose read aloud, with some trad music, the evening went down a treat. Photos were taken by Shelley Corcoran and we hope you enjoy this gallery.

PICTURES | Longford Writers Group celebrates St Brigid's day with readings and music

Published 10th Feb 2026, 13:00 BST

The event took place in Torc Restaurant, Longford town

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Caption: Writers; Brian McLoughlin, Anna D Atkinson, Deirdre Orme, Mary Egan Campbell, Seamus Finnan, Shelley Corcoran, Louise Ryan, Eileen Moynihan, Rose Moran, Josephine Purcell

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Caption: Newtownforbes Longford CCE Branch (Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann)

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Caption: Amy Hendricks, Amanda Keegan Courtney, Paul Courtney

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Caption: Mark and Jessamine McGonigle

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PICTURES | Longford Writers Group celebrates St Brigid's day with readings and music

The event took place in Torc Restaurant, Longford town

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