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Financial Independence: Kildare In-Person Meetup
This will be an informal meeting where we will talk about all aspects of financial independence and retiring early. If you are just learning about F.I.R.E. or on the path, there is a seat for you.
This will be an **in-person event only**.
Venue: Lawlor's Hotel, Naas, Co. Kildare, 91Y65N, we meet in the bar area.
Everyone is welcome, whether you just want to find out more or you are already on the FI path. Come along and meet like minded people.
Score Your Slice | Pizza & Pints | Gals Pizza Crawl
Overview
Walk Dublin city centre and test and rank the best pizza slices in Dublin!
Come along as we roam Dublin city hunting for the best pizza slices around 🍕
[TICKET LINK](https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/score-your-slice-pizza-pints-gals-pizza-crawl-tickets-1985715388180?aff=oddtdtcreator)
You’ll receive a scorecard to rate each slice, giving you plenty to chat, laugh, and debate about. From the top-scoring bites to the worst mouthful of the day or whether you love a thick, crispy base or prefer a soft, chewy crust, you’ll get to put Dublin’s pizza scene to the test.
Along with that, we will be visiting some of our favourite spots for a pint, cause nothing goes with a pizza better than a pint!
It’s a fun, social experience focused on meeting new people, sharing opinions, and enjoying great pizza and pints in this **women only tour.**
*Please note: the ticket price does not include pizza or drinks, so you can order whatever catch your eye.*
The Lord Of The Rings Quiz Night – Two Quizzes! @19:00 + @20:30
📺 **The LORD OF THE RINGS Quiz – Two Rounds, 100 Questions**
✨ **All-Films Challenge:**
Step into Middle-earth and explore the expansive lore of **The Lord of the Rings**. This quiz draws on the **films**, ensuring a comprehensive journey through the beloved world of hobbits, elves, dwarves, and men. From the earliest chapters to the epic cinematic moments, your knowledge will be tested at every turn.
🔎 **Double-Points Sections:**
* **Main Characters Round:** Celebrate the heroes, villains, and complex figures that define these legendary tales. Answers here will score you double points.
* **Quotes Round:** Prove your overall expertise about the quotes and reap double points.
We’ll run **two independent quizzes of 50 questions each**:
Round 1: 19:30–20:15
Round 2: 20:30–21:15
Join one or both.
No repeated questions between rounds.
**🤝 Teams & Format**
• Groups of **4–6** form their own team
• Groups of **1–3** are matched with others
• Arrive by **19:00** for smooth team formation
• Latecomers join the team with the lowest score
• **Fries for every table**
• **Top 3 teams** win prizes
• The winning team gets **free entry to any upcoming quiz**
**💸 Pricing**
**Per Round:**
€7 individual • €5 groups of 2–3 • €4 groups of 4–6
**Both rounds:** +€2 extra
**💳 [Membership Options (Save € & unlock perks)](https://buymeacoffee.com/newindublin)**
**🟡 Regular Membership (€12/mo)**
✔ Free: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ –50%: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ Extra perks
**🔵 Theme Membership (€15/mo)**
✔ Free: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ –50%: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ Extra Perks
**🟣 Complete Membership (€20/mo)**
✔ Free access to ALL events
✔ Extra Perks
**📱 Stay Connected**
🔗 **[Linktree](https://linktr.ee/newindublin)**[ ](https://linktr.ee/newindublin)– full weekly calendar
💬 **[WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)**[ ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)– reminders & updates
📘 **[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/newindublinmeetup)**[ ](https://www.facebook.com/newindublinmeetup)– photos & highlights
📸 **[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/)**[ ](https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/)– stories & behind-the-scenes
🌐 **[Website](https://newindublin.net/)**[ ](https://newindublin.net/)– all information about our events
Thursday Language Exchange @ River Bar
Join us to **practise and improve your target language with native speakers on Thursday downstairs in River Bar** (Burgh Quay, Dublin 2) from **6.30pm to 8.30pm**.
**Our system:**
**• You sit opposite a native speaker of the language you're learning**
**• You speak 5mins English, 5mins other language, then change table**
This ensures everyone gets an equal opportunity to practise the language they're learning. Our team seats people, controls the time, organises the table changes etc.
What to expect:
• Relaxed easy going atmosphere
• Professional and quality service
• Great networking opportunities
• All levels welcome from absolute beginner to fully fluent
• A big mix of ages with attendees at each event from 18 to 70+ years old
• Topic cards on the tables to help start conversations
Wide range of languages:
We usually have **native speakers of English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese** and more depending on who shows up.
**Admission fee €7** (€6 for student card holders). **No pre-registration required, just show up**. Loyalty card system: Come to 5 events and the 6th is free.
Over 150,000 people have attended our language exchange events since 2012 to practise and improve their target language - you can too! Everyone is welcome!
For more news and info check:
Website: [www.languageexchangeireland.com](http://www.languageexchangeireland.com/)
FB: [www.facebook.com/languageexchangeireland](http://www.facebook.com/languageexchangeireland)
Instagram: [www.instagram.com/languageexchangeireland](http://www.instagram.com/languageexchangeireland)
NOTE: The MeetUp attendance does not reflect actual attendance. There are usually around 100 people at each event.
Thursday Italian English Language Exchange @ River Bar
Join us to **practise and improve your Italian-English with native speakers every Thursday downstairs at River Bar** (Burgh Quay, Dublin 2) **from 6.30pm to 8.30pm**.
**Our system:**
**• You sit opposite a native speaker of the language you're learning**
**• You speak 5mins English, 5mins Italian, then change table**
This ensures everyone gets an equal opportunity to practise the language they're learning. Our team seats people, controls the time, organises the table changes etc.
What to expect:
• Relaxed easy going atmosphere
• Professional and quality service
• Great networking opportunities
• All levels welcome from absolute beginner to fully fluent
• A big mix of ages with attendees at each event from 18 to 70+ years old
• Topic cards on the tables to help start conversations
**Admission fee €7** (€1 off for student card holders). **No pre-registration required, just show up**. Loyalty card system: Come to 5 events and the 6th is free.
Over 150,000 people have attended our language exchange events since 2012 to practise and improve their target language - you can too!
For more news and info check:
Website: [www.languageexchangeireland.com](http://www.languageexchangeireland.com/)
FB: [www.facebook.com/languageexchangeireland](http://www.facebook.com/languageexchangeireland)
Instagram: [www.instagram.com/languageexchangeireland](http://www.instagram.com/languageexchangeireland)
We also organise this event every Monday at River Bar at 6.30pm.
Clontarf Evening Seafront Prom walk
Hi 🙋♂️ we will meet at 7pm at ‘the Sails’ sculpture.
We will walk along the seafront prom to the wooden bridge and back & stop for a drink & chat in the Yacht pub.
To get to the walk start from town:-
Clontarf dart station is just a short walk away. Or there are lots of bus stops close by too. Look forward to seeing you on the walk!! 😃
***Note: if you are delayed or need to cancel, can you please leave a message below so that we can wait for you (or cancel your booking) thanks 🙏
Friendly Dogs Events This Week
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Dog walk Roundwood
Walk round the reservoir, not strenuous, get to meet other dog people and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Then to a local cafe for a cuppa to finish off, if not too tired.
Fun Hound Social walk All welcome
Hi All, this is a on lead walk with dogs of all ages and experience welcome. Many who attend are recently rescued and learning. Walk the lovely grounds and see the flowers and wildlife followed by coffee. There is a Fb page Sighthound Adventures Ireland and #dublinhoundwalks on Instagram. All Welcome.
SOCIAL LANGUAGE EXCHANGE
**[FOLLOW OUR LIVE LOCATION HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)**
**✨ Dynamic Conversations**
Enjoy small-group conversations (2–3 people per blanket) at dedicated language blankets.
There will always be **English-only blankets**, and every attendee rotates through these blankets during the **first and last rotation**.
**🏷️ Language Stickers on Arrival**
As soon as you arrive, you’ll receive:
• **Native language stickers** (with flags + “native”)
• **Practicing language stickers** (with flags + “practicing”)
You may choose multiple practicing languages. These stickers help you join the right tables and connect with people who match your goals.
**🔄 Rotations Every 30 Minutes**
Every 30 minutes, the organizer rearranges groups based on preferred languages.
We aim for **bilingual tables**, ideally with at least one native or advanced speaker.
If no native speakers are available, we can still create a blanket as long as **two people want to practice the same language**.
**🌍 Popular Languages**
English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Italian, and any other language requested by at least two attendees.
**📈 All Levels Welcome**
Beginner or advanced—everyone is welcome.
The only requirement is enthusiasm and willingness to communicate.
**🃏 Complimentary Snacks**
Enjoy complimentary **Pringles around 8:00 PM**.
**💸 Pay-as-you-go (Cash / Card)**
• €6 General Admission
• €5 Students
• €4 per person when you bring friends
**⭐ Loyalty Card (Automatically Activated)**
Attend **4 Language Exchanges or International Meetups**, and your **5th event is FREE**.
**💳 [Membership Options (Save € & unlock perks)](https://buymeacoffee.com/newindublin)**
**🟡 Regular Membership (€12/mo)**
✔ Free: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ –50%: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ Extra perks
**🔵 Theme Membership (€15/mo)**
✔ Free: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ –50%: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ Extra Perks
**🟣 Complete Membership (€20/mo)**
✔ Free access to ALL events
✔ Extra Perks
**📱 Stay Connected**
🔗 **[Linktree](https://linktr.ee/newindublin)**[ ](https://linktr.ee/newindublin)– full weekly calendar
💬 **[WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)**[ ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)– reminders & updates
📘 **[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/newindublinmeetup)**[ ](https://www.facebook.com/newindublinmeetup)– photos & highlights
📸 **[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/)**[ ](https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/)– stories & behind-the-scenes
🌐 **[Website](https://newindublin.net/)**[ ](https://newindublin.net/)– all information about our events
**🎉 Join Us!**
A fun, relaxed evening full of languages, new people, and confidence-building conversations.
**RSVP now! 🚀**
Sunday Footie - LARGE PITCH - PREPAY €8.50
Please PREPAY for this game either by Revolut https://revolut.me/davidandl or Paypal ([kenna.david@gmail.com](http://kenna.david@gmail.com/))
√ We have just 60 minutes to play so please come along a few minutes early to ensure we can start on time.
√ The maximum number of players is 18. Please be sure you show up. Places are in high demand so unfortunately, failure to show will result in you being automatically removed from the group.
√ As always, you participate in these games at your own risk and an agreement to indemnify the organisers from any injury, loss, claim, or infection.
Make New Friends @ The Black Sheep, 61 Capel Street
All welcome! - See you in the Black Sheep, 61 Capel Street, Dublin for an evening of craic and chat.
Caoimhghin (keeveen) 0878309001
Friendly Dogs Events Near You
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Columbia Beginner Friendly Character Matched Dating
**💖 Virtual Speed Dating – Columbia Singles, Curated by Personality**
This online speed dating format leans into the human side: strong hosting, repeat attendees, and a sense that the event is part of a growing community.
Meet Columbia singles from home. We sort the matching, you just turn up. Quick, hosted rounds on Zoom with Columbia singles paired to your age group and personality. No awkward pauses — just natural conversation.
**Register under your age group:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=464.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbia&groupurlname=spark-new-gay-friendships-every-night&ar=18-32&face_v=15.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=464.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbia&groupurlname=spark-new-gay-friendships-every-night&ar=30-46&face_v=15.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=464.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbia&groupurlname=spark-new-gay-friendships-every-night&ar=40-58&face_v=15.0)
**⚠️ Important: RSVP ≠ registration.** To join, pick your age group below, sign up, and finish the personality quiz. Spots are limited.
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👥 **Best for:**
- Anyone curious about speed dating in a relaxed setting
- Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations
- People re-entering the dating scene after a break
📍 **Event snapshot**
- **Format:** Virtual on Zoom – hosted and well-structured
- **Location:** Your space – couch, desk, wherever suits you
- **Host:** Friendly host guiding every round
**How the event unfolds**
1. **Sign up** – Tap the link for your age range above.
2. **Complete the quiz** – Short personality quiz so we can match you well.
3. **Hop on Zoom** – Join the call and your host will walk you through it.
4. **Meet your matches** – Cycle through short chats with compatible Columbia singles.
⭐ *"So much better than apps. Actual conversations with real people."* – Columbia attendee
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**What happens after?**
Mutual matches are sent out after the event.
**What's the personality quiz for?**
**Do I need experience?**
**Do I need anything besides Zoom?**
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✨ Real people, real conversations — all from your home. 🥰 ✨
Compressed version with the essentials only.
Concise by design so people can decide quickly.
🤝 **Community angle**
- The host keeps the pace clear and the room welcoming
- The community matters as much as the session itself
- Repeat attendees help create familiarity and momentum
The long-term goal is a room people want to come back to, not a one-off event people forget about.
OVER 50 HAPPY HOUR AT MARKET DISTRICT-GRANDVIEW YARD FRI, MAY 1ST 5:00PM-8:00PM
Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR - FLIGHTS N TACOS!!!
Join us for a fun and relaxed Over 50 Happy Hour on Friday, May 1st from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Giant Eagle Grandview Yard Event Center! (upper level) **Plenty of free parking**. The event center is huge! Pics are in the comments.
Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR!! – Flights n Tacos
Let’s join together for a fiesta! (Invite friends - we have lots of room!)
• Taco Bar
• Margarita and Beer tasting
• Complementary chips and salsa
• Margs/cocktails at the bar for purchase
• Festive Band/Music
Margaritas/Mexican Beer Tasting + Taco Bar:
Optional - For $15.00 per person you can also get 4 Margarita or beer)
Get ready for a fun evening filled with live music, great conversation, and a lively crowd of 50+ singles and friends looking to mix, mingle, and enjoy the night. Whether you come solo or with friends, you’ll quickly feel the welcoming, social vibe.
Enjoy happy hour at the bar until 6 PM, or take part in the special Cinco de Mayo experience featuring margarita flights and delicious Mexican bites. It’s the perfect setting to relax, meet new people, and celebrate in style.
Our private upstairs space gives us plenty of room to connect, laugh, and enjoy the energy of the night. Come when you can, stay as long as you like — the best conversations (and the most fun!) tend to build as the evening goes on.
No agenda — just great people, live music, and a Cinco de Mayo celebration you won’t want to miss!

















