The new edition of 'Soundings'Just the cover brought back floods of school memories – some scary – all 'round the office. But surely Emily Dickinson isn't the only woman poet?
'Once Upon a Time in the West' Lorna Siggins's book on the Corrib gas controversy. An important and complex story that needs monitoring
Ballyhoura Mulled Apple CiderThis orchard in Charleville, Co Cork produces crisp, unsprayed apples and yummy juices, dressings and jellies. Seek it out at farmers' markets
Simon Week 2010As good a time as any to find out about volunteering. See www.simon.ie
LoudNew Tommy Hilfiger perfume is getting the thumbs up
Black ThursdayCliche or no, this one stopped us all in our tracks
Louis WalshThe man takes a pop at the quality of Irish radio and says Irish acts should be played more – not if it's Westlife or Jedward, thanks all the same
Britain's Next Top ModelWhat a lame ending to the series – the clothes were awful, and will someone show presenter Dave Berry how an autocue works?
No showsIf you get an invite to a party/drink/night out, the least you can do is text – an apology two weeks later when you run into each other accidentally won't cut it, buddy
Staying in to watch tellyThere's the Theatre Festival and Hard Working Class Heroes this weekend – dump The X Factor
