MISSION: To promote Literature, Culture & the Arts inspired by the poet, critic & curator John Hewitt. John Hewitt International Summer School: 28 July - 2 Aug.
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The John Hewitt Society retweeted
After my father died, I kept one of his shirts. Wearing it today for his birthday. Along with an old t shirt from the wonderful @The_JHS summer school in Armagh
FIFTH & FINAL DAY of the 2026 John Hewitt International Summer School...
For the last time this year we say "come join us!"! X
#JHISS26
The John Hewitt Society retweeted
Really interesting few days @The_JHS. Thanks to @missflannery for a great interview. I enjoyed interviewing @artscouncil_ie Laureate Éilís Ní Dhuibhne. A highlight was Caoilfhionn Gallagher's talk and interview with Lia Mills. Outstanding 👏🖊️
DAY FOUR of the 2026 John Hewitt International Summer School...
The sun is out and there's a song in our hearts, and talks to be talked and stories to be told.
Come join us! X
#JHISS26
That's a wrap on DAY THREE of the 2026 John Hewitt International Summer School! Turned out to be a hump day and a half!
See yiz all tomorrow bright and early! 😎
DAY THREE of the 2026 John Hewitt International Summer School...
Busy day in Armagh, lots on, starting shortly with a lecture on The Hidden (& frequently fractious) History of Friendship and concluding with a Wildean flourish!
Come join us! X
#JHISS26
JOHN HEWITT TOUR!
We're off on our travels again! This time to The Old Church Centre in Cushendall to explore the many connections between John Hewitt & his beloved Antrim Glens
All we promise is a truly memorable experience...
Tickets going fast: £45/ theoldchurchcentre.com
A brilliant opening address by Monica Williams this morning, here's how the rest of #DAYONE of #JHISS26 is shaping up...
@tonykennedy1948 @mptarmagh @HurchinHome
ONE MORE SLEEP!
The John Hewitt International Summer School begins tomorrow with an opening adress from MONICA MCWILLIAMS - "Women Struggling for Peace and Justice in Northern Ireland & Beyond".
Here's a few more choice highlights from a programme packed with quality!
Just TWO DAYS TO GO until the 2026 John Hewitt International Summer School!
Discussion, debate & sharing ideas are a huge part of JHISS26 & we have some incredible speakers lined up for you next week.
Have a look & get it booked!
Tickets available at visitarmagh.com
Guys! Tickets are going FAST for our amazing #JHISS26 3-Day Creative Writing Masterclasses...
If you haven't got yours yet, hurry - you have just two days left to book!
Booking details: visitarmagh.com
#JHISS26 #workshops #SummerSchool #Literature
FIVE DAYS TO GO until the start of the 2026 John Hewitt International Summer School in Armagh!
For your consideration today - Poet Activists, Irish Laureates, Dazzling Debuts, Young Adult Fictionalists and Friendship Examined!
Booking and info: visitarmagh.com
#JHISS26
SIX DAYS TO GO!
We're counting down the days until the 39th John Hewitt International Summer School in Armagh.
From literature to theatre to music to poetry & back again... tickets are flying out, so get 'em while you can!
Here's a few cracking events you won't want to miss...
The theme of this year's John Hewitt International Summer School is firmly in celebration of creative women - taking inspiration from John Hewitt's "Sonnets for Roberta". It's a theme which we hope our programme strongly reflects!
Full programme details: johnhewittsociety.org
We're VERY excited to present the great SINEAD MORRISSEY reading from her acclaimed new memoir "Among Communists" on Monday 27 July at The Marketplace Theatre Armagh!
In the meantime, here's a wee excerpt to whet your revolutionary appetite! 😊
Tickets: visitarmagh.com/2026-07-27t1…
TONIGHT ON UTV LIFE!
Tune in for our very own Niamh McNally and Stuart Neville on the couch, chatting about all things John Hewitt International Summer School!
#JHISS26
Less than THREE WEEKS til The 39th John Hewitt International Summer School!
Literature, discussion, music, drama, workshops and more literature from Monday 27 – Friday 31 July at the Marketplace Theatre, Armagh.
COME JOIN US!
Booking & info: johnhewittsociety.org
HANDFUL OF SPACES left for our 3-DAY POETRY WORKSHOPS at #JHISS26!(supported by Open University)
Booking: visitarmagh.com
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
CATHY CARSON'S award-winning BECOMING MARVELLOUS takes us back to 1970s Belfast, where young Danielle navigates a life as dangerous at home as it is in the streets.
We're thrilled to welcome her back to Armagh!
Tickets: shorturl.at/rdWg5
