SATURDAY 17th October
Why do we fall for Propaganda & Conspiracies?
David Robert Grimes
Venue: Clew Bay Hotel
Time: 12 noon
Cost: €15
To Book: Clew Bay Hotel, 09828088 or online Westport Town Hall Theatre
Why do we fall for propaganda and conspiracies? Acclaimed scientist, broadcaster and author of The Irrational Ape, David Robert Grimes talks about why flawed logic puts us all at risk, and how critical thinking can save the world.
From Vogue to Vinted
Celia Holman-Lee, Bairbre Power, Barbara Scully
Venue: Clew Bay Hotel
Time: 2pm
Cost: €15
To Book: Clew Bay Hotel, 09828088 or online Westport Town Hall Theatre
From Vogue to Vinted Model, businesswoman and stylist Celia Holman Lee celebrates an extraordinary 60 years at the heart of Irish fashion with her memoir, Glamour & Grit. Fashion journalist and style correspondent, Bairbre Power, joins Celia to share insights and tips, and discuss the return of elegance, sustainable shopping and the importance of supporting local retailers. Interview by Barbara Scully.
Up Mayo!
Liam Horan
Venue: Matt Molloys
Time: 4pm
Cost: €10
To Book: Clew Bay Hotel, 09828088
Up Mayo! Liam Horan reads from his new book on Mayo football, I Can See It Still. The lifelong Mayo supporter, former Irish Independent GAA correspondent, player, club officer and commentator writes about the good days, the bad days, and the lean times before that glorious July afternoon in Croke Park.
The Last Good Day on the Internet
Mark Little & Áine Kerr
Venue: Westport Town Hall Theatre
Time: 6pm
Cost: €20
To Book: Clew Bay Hotel, 09828088 or online Westport Town Hall Theatre
The Last Good Day on the Internet Entrepreneur and journalist Mark Little makes the case for hope and human agency in the age of superhuman machines. Mark, who built two hugely successful tech start-ups, talks to Áine Kerr about his book, and a more positive vision of the future of the internet and technology.
