Irish in Europe

Claddagh Toastmasters of Brussels Social & ‘Write a Limerick’ Soirée
As part of the Brussels Saint Patrick’s Day Parade of the Nations & Regions celebrations, the city of Limerick on the Shannon river in the Midwest of Ireland is honoured with the presentation of the Limerick Shamrock Bowl to the City of Brussels during the Brussels Saint Patrick’s Day Parade of the Nations & Regions. After the Parade there is Irish & Limerick evening at Les Halles Saint Géry with a Trad Irish & Folk session.

Claddagh Toastmasters of Brussels as part of this evening organised social evening & ‘Write a Limerick’ Soirée .
It is now being extended to the end of the monht due to the great interest and now is an online event.

Everyone Welcome, Admission Free.

A Limerick is a humorous poem consisting of five lines with a specific rhythm and rhyme scheme. To write a Limerick, start with the first, second, and fifth lines rhyming with each other, while the third and fourth lines form a shorter rhyming pair. Typically, the syllable pattern is 8-8-5-5-8, which gives the poem its distinctive bouncy feel.
Begin by thinking of a funny or unexpected topic, then craft your lines to fit the AABBA rhyme scheme. Use playful language, and don’t be afraid to be a bit silly—Limericks often feature clever wordplay and light-hearted content. Once you’ve drafted your poem, read it aloud to ensure the rhythm flows smoothly and the rhymes work together.
If you cannot attend the event, you can submit your Limerick to Claddagh Toastmasters of Brussels claddagh.toastmasters**(at)**gmail.com. It will then be read out a the Claddagh Event.
No profanities, offensive language entries will not be accepted or read.
You must state it is an original work and your own creation and or without human co—writers, You must state if if is AI Generated.
Topics could be Brussels,living in Belgium or some current topic affair.

Bar and self-service restaurant at venue.
Some examples of Limericks below .

In Brussels, the streets turn to green,
Saint Patrick’s Day brings quite the scene.
With flags waving high,
The parade marches by,
And laughter and joy fill the sheen.

In Brussels, where Guinness flows fast,
Claddagh Toastmasters stand unsurpassed.
With Irish charm they speak,
Public speaking at its peak,
The best club in town—unsurpassed!

There once was a grand Irish parade,
Where nations and regions displayed,
In Brussels they danced,
With flags all entranced,
Saint Patrick’s green proudly portrayed.

Claddagh Toastmasters helps you to develop your skills in public speaking, planning, leadership training, and managing your time. They aim is to provide a fun and social environment in which to practice your skills.
You are invited to Claddagh Toastmasters, guests are most welcome and bring a friend if you wish. Meet on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month. Admission Free. You need also to register by email, as seats are limited. See email registration details below.
Welcome coffee at 6.45 pm. Meeting starts at 7pm sharp. You ring the Claddagh designated bell to gain entry. We meet on the ground floor.
Please note our venue:

The Mug
Co-working & Meeting Rooms Centre,
Rue Charles Martel 8, Brussels 1000,

We have a review meeting of the Brussels Saint Patrick's Day of the Nations & Regions that took place on Sunday 15 March. The meeting is on Sunday 29th March at 12.30 at Les Halles Saint Géry. We will review all aspects of the Parade.
All our Volunteers are invited to provide their feedback.

Spectators who viewed the Parade or anyone who would like to provide feedback are also welcome to come along.
Persons who took photos or video are kindly asked to submit their photos and videos to patricks.day.parade@gmail.com for our photo parade .

PS Please do not forget that Summer time starts and you have to move your clock's one hour forward!!