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OVER THE past two decades Londoner Mark Thomas has been a comedian, television presenter, writer, social-commentator, political activist, and self-confessed pain in the arse. He currently holds the Guinness World Record for most political demonstrations in 24 hours.

Lars Laumann @ Galway Arts Centre

I may be wrong, but I get the impression that the adoration being heaped on certain chefs may be starting to wane. Perhaps it is the recession; perhaps it is the stories of Gordon Ramsay’s empire in disarray, or perhaps we are just sick of them. I am all for promoting better cooking, better eating, and buying the best local produce, but realistically how many people actually ever cook anything they see demonstrated on television? It is a bit like watching reality TV, except you are watching someone cook rather than wander about a house.

Snap up summer style bargains at Paul Byron Shoes, where all summer shoes and sandals have been reduced to half price.

WHEN HE was eight Jason Manford and his father went to see Billy Connolly perform in a local theatre. The Scottish comedian was to have a profound effect on the young boy.

I like to try a different newspaper on a Saturday. It's usually one of big English papers such as the Guardian, Times, or Telegraph with enough sections to keep me reading for most of the week.

Internationally acclaimed vocalist, guitarist and songwriter Clive Barnes who lives locally, returns to the live circuit for September and October as an artist at the top of his game. Along with him comes The Ghost Country, Barnes new album.

Terry Eagleton, one of the world’s leading intellectuals, literary critics, and cultural theorists, will deliver a public lecture in NUI, Galway next week.

“HEIDI TALBOT sings in a voice that’s both awestruck and tender,” says The New York Times, while Village Voice describes her as “Björk combined with Enya”.