Today And Tomorrow

CORK CRAFT

The first ever Cork craft month is launched today, with more than 200 craft makers hosting fairs, exhibitions and workshops. Events include a craft trail, as well as exhibitions at Blarney Castle, Ballymaloe, Cork City Gaol and the Granary in Kinsale, with close to 50 individual events taking place across the county. www.corkartdesign.com

LARTIGUE MONORAIL

Designed by a Frenchman in the 19th century, a one kilometre track of this mono rail (pictured) has been restored for visitors. The site also houses a museum as well as models and memorabilia from the original line, which ran between Listowel and Ballybunion. Open daily from 1pm to 4pm until the end of September. €6 for adults and €3 for children. www.lartiguemonorail.com

TOUR AND EXHIBITION

Every Wednesday, a garden tour is held at Airfield House, in Dundrum, Dublin, with head gardener Emer O’Reilly at 2pm.

From this Thursday, Abode – an exhibition of new work by artists Cathy Hayes (Homesick, pictured) and Jennifer Cunningham – opens and runs until September. (Monday to Sunday, 10am-5pm) www.airfield.ie

BONDI THEATRE

Set in Australia, Bondi Beach Boy Blue (pictured) is a moving play about a Kilkenny hurling hero battling for his love and his life. Written by Benny McDonnell and directed by Donal Courtney, it runs until Saturday at the Wexford Opera House before transferring to the Tivoli Theatre, Dublin, for the rest of the summer. www.wexfordoperahouse.ie www.tivoli.ie

SWINFORD FESTIVAL

Ending tomorrow, this local festival features pageantry, céilí dancing and heritage displays, depicting many of the traditions of east Mayo. One of the highlights is an international busking competition, which takes place tomorrow from 2pm to 5pm. 094-9251942/ 087-2573752