Wednesday, November 26th at 8pm
Bandon: O’Donovan’s at the Shambles
Quiz for a Cause: Supporting Gaza at O’Donovans at the Shambles!
Gather your brightest minds, Bandon! O’Donovans at the Shambles is hosting a special table quiz fundraiser on Wednesday, November 26th at 8pm, and we’re inviting everyone to come together for a fantastic evening of trivia, craic, and community spirit, all in aid of humanitarian efforts in Gaza.
We know Bandon is brimming with talented individuals and vibrant clubs. This is your chance to represent your local GAA team, Soccer club, Rugby Club, Walking group etc or even just your regular crew from the pub! Dust off those general knowledge encyclopedias and get ready to challenge the best of Bandon.
It’s more than just a quiz; it’s an opportunity to make a real difference. Every team that participates, every laugh shared, and every euro raised will contribute directly to providing much-needed aid and support to those affected in Gaza.
So, spread the word among your members, rally your troops, and start forming your dream team! Let’s show the incredible generosity and solidarity that West Cork is known for. Mark your calendars for November 26th at 8pm in O’Donovans at the Shambles – we can’t wait to see you there for a night of brilliant banter and vital fundraising.
€10 per person with max of 4 per team. Raffle with spot prizes on the night.
See you at the Shambles!
Venue: Back of the Tanyard Pub, Main Street, Skibbereen
When: Thursday, 27th of November, 8:00 – 9:30 p.m.
“The Politics of Food and the History of Famine“
History talk by Philip O Regan, fundraiser for Gaza Go Bragh, free with opportunities to donate.
Venue: Levis Ballydehob:
When: Friday, 28th of November at 8pm.
Leah Sohotra and Martin Leahy will play a special double bill at Levis Corner House in Ballydehob in a fundraiser for NASC GAZA (see chuffed.org, project 135424) as part of West Cork for Gaza.
Donations on the door.
Leah Sohotra is an amazing singer and brilliant songwriter who studied jazz vocals in Vermont and now lives in Cork City.Exploring themes of decolonization, collective trauma, and grief through a deep connection with nature and its role in folklore, she weaves an ecofeminist narrative of resilience with a focus on female agency.Leah Sohotra’s singles air on RTÉ and BBC Radio and many other stations, nationally and internationally, and her album Breaded Crickets received great reviews.
Paul Sexton, in PROG magazine, compared her work to that of Pulitzer Prize winner Rhiannon Giddens, which she feels extremely humbled by: “…enigmatic shifts in gear move between a strumming stomp and a pretty harp and string-laden interludes. Single and album are decorated by her unusual, gospel-Americana tones, reminiscent of that genre’s Rhiannon Giddens.”
Martin Leahy is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, and songwriter who has worked with some of Ireland’s greatest musicians. In recent years, he’s gained national and international attention for his songwriting and activism, particularly his song “Everyone Should Have A Home”, which has become a rallying cry for housing justice.
“The guy who gave the crisis a soundtrack” The Guardian
He also has written a number of songs in solidarity with the people of Palestine and performs weekly at the Cork City protests. His song “Palestine” has been shared multiple times including by Al Jazeera, Middle East Eye and by the activist and musician Lowkey.Both Leah Sohotra and Martin Leahy can be found on Bandcamp.
Date: Friday 28th November
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: O’Donovan’s Hotel, Clonakilty.
West Cork for Gaza are welcoming you to a night of entertainment and stimulation. We have three plays for you to enjoy, followed by discussions and historical debates by expert historians and writers
Events: Drama: 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
‘Footnotes’ – Written/directed and performed by Irene Kelleher
Duration- 1 hour
‘Save the Last Dance for me’ – performed by Ray Cooney, written and directed by Kieran Doyle
Duration -15 minutes
Donnie Walsh and Caroline Conway – “Trapped” 15 minutes
Historical Discussion/debate: On topics – the Palestine, Israel, colonialism and Irish revolutionaries
From 9:15-10:15 p.m.
Followed by a Q and A
Featuring historians: Dominic Carroll, Cal McCarthy, Ray Cooney, Kieran Doyle and Nasser Alswirki, from Palestine.
Date: Friday 28thNovember
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Gaggin Hall
Gaggin Drama Group will present their sellout Production for one last time of “A living Will ” by Jim Keane directed by Pam Golden on Friday 28 November at 7:30 p.m. at Gaggin Hall.
Tickets. €15 on door all proceeds to Gaza and https://www.eventbrite.ie/…/a-living-will-for-gaza…
Please support “A Living Will”, a two act drama by Jim Keane.
Date: Saturday 29th
Time: 1:00pm – 3:15pm
Venue: O’Donovan’s Hotel, Clonakilty
Donations at the door
Clonakilty Brass Band: 1:00pm – 1:30pm
Ger Condon, musical director and the award winning Clonakilty Brass Band will bring their exciting repertoire of music to inspire, sooth and entertain. An afternoon of writers, poets and musicians:
1:45 – 3:15 p.m.
There will be an eclectic line up of poets and writers including the highly popular and long-established poet Dave Lordan former winner of the ‘Patrick Kavanagh Award’; insightful teacher poet Dr. Sharon Kingston; painter, poet and novelist James Waller; Tina Piscoe, author of two acclaimed novels, (including ‘Only a paper Moon’) and poetry collections, Joe O’Brien (local poet and writer); as well as a few more guests. They will be accompanied by a number of musicians, Kevin MacNally acclaimed musician and musical teacher and one of the curators of the ‘International Guitar Festival’, Grit Glass whose melodic harp music will entrance you, local musicians Amy Moriarty and Caitlin McGinn will play Bach’s fifth suite for unaccompanied cello, and a few more guests. John Noonan, a musician of extraordinary talent will also treat us to some music.
Venue: An Sanctóir Ballydehob Fundraising Art Auction & Exhibition in Support of An Sanctóir & Gazan Charity, Takeru Team.
Saturday 29th November, 11am-5pm: Exhibition Preview and Special Opening
Date: Saturday 29thNovember
One Night for Gaza in Rossmore Theatre
24 bands, one venue, one night for Gaza.
MC is Seamus Barry.
Starts at 8:00 p.m. til late!
Click on Rossmore logo to order your ticket.
Gemma Hayes
Hank Wedel,
Molly O’Mahony,
Fiona Kennedy
LOWmountain,
Serengeti Long Walk, P45s
Alan Daniel Tobin,
Q.U.I.E.T,
Billy Kennedy
Jenny Mc & Band,
Breeda Murphy,
Daisy Deady
Eugene Brosnan Band,
The Bones Below,
Daz Gak
Justin Grounds,
The Monks
Intricate,
Tony Cotter,
Pied Wagtail Collective,
Jake Stanley
Barth Harrington & friends
Theatre for Solidarity: “From Eden” Comes to Bandon for Gaza
As part of the vital West Cork for Gaza Weekend, Bandon Town Hall is proud to host a Kilmeen Drama Group for a special performance of the critically acclaimed Irish play, “From Eden” by Stephen Jones, on Saturday, November 29th at 8pm.
Tickets: €10 at the door.
This is a wonderful opportunity for the Bandon community to support a crucial humanitarian cause while enjoying a piece of sharp, witty, and moving contemporary theatre.
About the Play: “From Eden”
“From Eden” is a compact, two-hander play that has been lauded by critics for its tender script and realistic dialogue. The setting is simple but evocative: a dilapidated bathroom at a New Year’s Eve party. This is where two strangers, Alan and Eva, find themselves locked together while the raucous celebrations continue outside.
Alan is shy and reserved, while Eva is his seemingly more fiery and outspoken opposite. As the night wears on and their initial awkwardness melts away, they begin to confess glimpses of their past and the inner conflicts that led them to seek refuge away from the forced gaiety of the party.
The play is much more than a simple “opposites attract” story. It is a deeply honest exploration of loneliness, isolation, and the desperate human need for genuine connection. Named after the biblical location, the bathroom itself becomes a strange, temporary “Eden”—a safe, liminal space where two “lost souls” can be brutally honest, finding a sliver of hope and mutual understanding before they must face the outside world again. The comedy and tenderness of their crackling interchange make for a truly captivating piece of drama.
The Local Production
We are delighted to see this award-winning play brought to life by local talent:
- Cast: Tomas White and Laura Connolly
- Directed by: Denis O’Donovan
Join us at Bandon Town Hall on Saturday, November 29th at 8pm for an unforgettable evening that proves the power of theatre to touch hearts and bring a community together in solidarity. Every ticket sold at the door goes directly to supporting humanitarian aid in Gaza. Don’t miss this chance to see
Date: Sunday 30th November
Venue: An Sanctóir
Live Art Auction by auctioneer Megan Clancy of Core Creative (Bantry).
Plus live music by ‘Nastaran‘ with ancient and sophisticated classical and folk music from India and Afghanistan, refreshments provided 🍷, 1-5pm
For the Art exhibition and Auction on 29th/30th November in An Sanctóir’s unique octagonal hall in Ballydehob we are inviting all local and international artists (working in any medium) to submit pieces of art.
The artists will be paid a percentage of the selling price and set the reserve price for the work. Any additional funds will be shared equally between donations for Takeru Team and An Sanctóir.
Venue: Hackett’s Bar, mainstreet Schull, Scoraíocht Mór
When: Sunday 30th November from 2pm
Scoraíocht Mór, part of West Cork Artists for Gaza Weekend
As part of the West Cork-wide weekend of events, there will be a Scoraíocht Mór in Schull on Sunday 30th November from 2pm…until we finish!! With Julia Zagar & Karen Minihan at the helm as usual, we are delighted to be invited to host this special event in Hackett’s Bar, Schull. The West Cork Artists for Gaza movement has events running all through the weekend to raise funds for different Gaza charities, offering artists an opportunity to show their support and, especially, to let the people of Gaza know that we stand with them against the brutality of the actions that they have endured.
You are warmly invited to participate, to share your talent, be that in song, in reading, in writing, in creating … anything that will contribute to this collective demonstration of our concerns and love for those suffering at the moment.
The event will be free, however we will be collecting funds through the Oxfam for Gaza campaign through a QR code. Come along for a few moments, stay a while, go away, and come back! Join in or just as importantly, watch (all performers love an audience!).
Date: Sunday 30th November
12:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Tickets €50 On-sale 10am Monday 20th October 2025:
From November 28th to 30th, a series of events and fundraisers titled ‘West Cork for Gaza’ will occur throughout West Cork, uniting our community to raise funds to try help alleviate some of the immense suffering of the people of Palestine.As part of this community action, on Sunday the 30th of November, from 12 noon to 11pm, musicians, authors, comedians and activists will gather in DeBarra’s for a day-long event to raise much needed funds for the devastated population of the region.For the whole day – DeBarra’s will be strictly ticketed from the front door to the back gate as the entirety of this storied 200 year old building will be given over to acoustic sessions, full production performances, DJ sets and recitations.Tickets are €50 which will grant you access to the event- With all funds being donated to Tea Collective. Upon entry to the venue wrist bands will be given to ticket holders which will allow re entry throughout the day.*NB Tickets are non transferable and non-refundable.The Full schedule of events will be released the week before the event.
Tea Collective
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West Cork For Gaza
Sessions/ Comedy/ Performances / Recitations/DJ Sets/ FEATURING:
Check out DeBarra’s website for further details.
Mick Flannery
Susan O Neill
David O Doherty (comedy)
Charles Hendy (the Marywallopers)
Paula K O Brien
The Ceili Allstars
Martin Leahy
Sinéad Quinlan (Comedy)
Gavin Moore
Mide Houlihan
Fir Beag
Abair Amhrán
The Mountain Common
DeBarra’s Fireside Orchestra
Setmaker
Louise O Neill (Author)
Maeve Higgins (Author)
Special Mystery Guests TBA
Sunday November 30th 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Venue: The Green Dot
As part of West Cork for Gaza, The Green Dot is very proud to host a family-friendly day of crafts, community art and music from local youth choirs and groups. This will be a drop-in day with people encouraged to donate what they can. Details to follow closer to the day.
Venue: Bandon Town Hall
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Tickets: €10 on Powertick
Tomorrow’s Freedom.
He is known as Palestine’s Mandela, and the documentary looks at his campaign for justice.
West Cork for Gaza 