Kilkenny Arts Week 98: The place to be this week for the best in music, theatre, visual arts, film and literature. Celebrating 25 years, this culture fest features an expanded programme of activities for children and teenagers. Tel: (056) 52175.

Movies on the Square: Frank Capra's classic, It's A Wonderful Life starring Jimmy Stewart, at 10 p.m. in Temple Bar's Meeting House Square, Dublin. Free tickets available from Temple Bar Properties. Tel (01) 6715717.

African Storytelling Workshop: Today only, the National Concert Hall hosts morning and afternoon workshops - to create music to accompany stories of the West African and Caribbean tradition. Children up to the age of 12 and accompanying adults are welcome. Tel: (01) 4751572.

Limerick Good Food Festival: Gourmet dinners, healthy eating demonstrations and the Guinness Music Pub Trail to enjoy until Sunday. Tel: (061) 302033.