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NO MUSIC TO MY EARSALTERNATIVE FESTIVALS Our pick of the best cultural events, by Aileen Donegan

NOT a fan of music festivals? If, like me, the idea of sweating it out under the sun, or in a stuffy

raincoat, while a band plays loud, ob-scure music in the distance, is not your thing, then heres something dif-ferent to celebrate the long summer days beyond the muck tossing, welly-wearing, hangover-inducing music festivals for which Ireland is known.

Happenings Dublin any time, any placeSometimes nice things just pop up in life, and the Happenings random

those. The group hosts cultural events in the city at a moments no-

of the happenings in your area. TIP: Expect events when the sun is shining.www.happenings.ie

Laya Healthcares City Spectacular, July 11 to 13If watching sword-swallowers, acrobats and jugglers and a general carnival atmosphere is your thing, head down to Merrion Square for this one (formerly the Laya Health-care Street Performance World Championship). Were sure therell be crowd participation, so be brave! The events are free.www.cityspectacular.com

Dublin Port Riverfest, May 31 to June 2The citys trademark river will see a lot of activity on the June bank holi-day weekend, with the Port Riverfest

into town, alongside racing boats and tug boat demonstrations. There will be a carnival from the Samuel Beckett Bridge to the East Link Bridge so expect the company of street performers, loud music and face painting.www.dublinriverfest.com

Dublin Dance Festival, until May 31Just three more days to visit Dublins Dance

screenings, discussions and workshops.www.dublindancefestival.ie

Taste Of Dublin, June 12-15Pop-up restaurants, celeb chef demonstra-tions and entertainment will abound in the Iveagh Gardenswww.tasteofdublin.ie

Bloomsday, June 9 to 16 Do you know your Dubliners from your Portrait Of The Artist As A Young Man? Maybe this year youll

James Joyce-inspired Bloomsday event. The annual event traces the steps of protagonist Leopold Bloom on a day in his life. Its a certain treat for all Joycean fans.www.jamesjoyce.ie

Party Tip: If

youre heading to a festival (or

just chilling with your friends in your

back garden), nothing ruins a good summers night than drinking too much

alcohol. Grab a pint of water if youre feeling

FUN: Happenings organises outdoor screenings at Grand Canal Dock

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I bring the children with me to Bloom every year with the intention of staying for just an hour invariably, Im always the last to leave. Not only are the gardens stunning, its an amazing opportunity to go around meeting Irish artisan producers and taste spectacular food. Anyone with even the most tenuous interest in gardening

for potted plants; there are always great bargains to be had. Last year, I picked up some really unusual herbs like lemon verbena and cinammon-scented basil. At this years Bloom festival, Ill be helping to judge a

Maguire which Im very excited about Neven and I are great pals but when it comes to judging food, the

Bloom, Phoenix Park, May

bloominthepark.com. Catherines guide to summer barbecuing and recipes

CATHERINE FULVIO ON WHY SHE LOVES BLOOM

DIY al fresco and cinema your house, any timeIf all else fails this summer, do it yourself. Call your mates over, grab a few cushions, bring out the BBQ and get dining al fresco. If you have a projector handy, your outdoor home cinema beckons. Make sure the weather forecast is good though, otherwise

And there you have it these are some fun events to head to in the city during the summer, while your friends spend their evenings cooped up in cramped and cumber-some tents for the night.

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