Events and things to do in August

Kids Scene: Decluttering isn't just for adults. Many children have so much stuff that they can't get their heads round it and end up moaning: "There's nothing to play with!" Dump everything out into a pile and see how the children rediscover toys they had forgotten about. Discard everything that you know the children will never need again. Bring it to the charity shop only if it has all its pieces and is in good enough shape to give to a friend. The toys that the children may play with again should be put in plastic bags in the attic. - Kate Holmquist

Listen in: What's hot on your iPod? Singer-songwriter Mark Geary, who will be touring the country this autumn

"I'm very obsessive about songs, it doesn't matter how many I have, I listen to the same ones all the time. The La's, Son of a Gun, I've been listening to it for 10 years, it's pure, incredible, heavenly pop. I started listening to U2 Boy again. Pete Doherty, For Lovers, the song is unbelievable. There's Nina Simone, Kings of Leon, Pink Floyd and the soundtrack from The Life Aquatic." - In conversation with Ciara Bambrick

Scene Out: Marble Arch Caves, Marlbank, Florencecourt, Co Fermanagh. A tour of these caves will take you into a geological world of winding passages, stalactites, natural underwater rivers and waterfalls. Boats take visitors through the well-lit caves (left) and allow you to view some of the best showcaves in Europe. Comfortable shoes and warm clothes are advisable. Adults £7 (€10), seniors/students £5 (€7.20), children £4 (€5.75). Aug: 10am-5pm www.marblearchcaves.net

- CB

In Festival: Feakle International Traditional Music Festival, August 4-8. This festival is one of the best celebrations of the traditional music of the east Clare area. Now in its 18th year, the festival is known worldwide, and welcomes many visitors with an impressive line up that includes folk-singer Liam Clancy, Martin Hayes and Dennis Cahill.

Among the events are music workshops, poetry, and concerts in remembrance of local musicians. Tel: 061-924322, www.feaklefestival.ie

• Where to go, what to see: for entertainment listings, see The Ticket every Friday in The Irish Times, or go to www.ireland.com/theticket. For other events, see the What's On column in the main paper every Thursday and the Saturday magazine