Our pick of events around the country
Clare – films
Tonight is the first chance in generations for audiences in Ennis to see a series of Charlie Chaplin short films on the big screen. Two films from the Mutualscollection will be shown. The screening begins at 7.30pm in Glór. Tickets are €20 and €15 concession. glor.ie
Sligo – festival
The Enniscrone Black Pig Festival begins today and runs until Monday. Opening events this evening include a mardi gras parade at 7pm, followed by pig roasting and live music. Tomorrow the festival continues with a soap-box derby and live comedy. discover enniscrone.com
Dublin – science talk
At 6pm this evening, scientist turned author Carl Djerassi, inventor of the contraceptive pill, gives a talk at the Science Gallery, What can theatre do for science? It takes place at the Paccar Theatre and admission is €7.50. sciencegallery.com
