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Black Business Events Today
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Music Makers Wednesday nights in the BRIAN BORU ( Hedigans )
Join us for a lovely evening of music and song in a relaxed, supportive space. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, all levels of musicians and singers are very welcome.
We are adding a few sing along songs to our Wednesdays session. You will still get the opportunity to sing as usual we are just adding some sing along songs to add something new to the session. see comment section below for the sing along song list.
Performers: Space is limited to 10 performers to ensure everyone gets their time in the spotlight. Please secure your spot by booking through the app!
Listeners: If performance spots are full, we’d still love for you to come along, listen, and soak up the atmosphere. It’s a wonderful way to build confidence and get a feel for the session.
The Details: There is a small €2 kitty fee. As the venue hosts us for free, we kindly ask that you support the bar by purchasing a drink or two.
A Note on Parking:
The car park directly outside is convenient but strictly monitored, so please double-check the rates to avoid a €125 unclamping fee! For a stress-free evening, there are several other parking options within a 5-minute walk, including the Tesco car park (which is usually free after 6:30 PM, but do check the signs!).
Agentic commerce developer workshop - Dublin
**Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll build an agentic commerce solution and explore how AI agents can discover products and complete payments using Stripe.**
**About**
Experience a hands-on workshop designed for developers interested in the future of AI-driven commerce and agentic payments.
This workshop is the very first time this content has ever been delivered. It is a pilot workshop for Stripe Sessions, and attendees will get early access to technology and workflows that are still very new inside Stripe.
The way customers discover and purchase products is shifting from traditional search to LLM-powered agents. In this workshop, you’ll customize an AI agent to become an intelligent shopping assistant capable of discovering products and completing transactions.
**Through practical exercises, you will:**
* Customize an AI agent for commerce workflows
* Implement Shared Payment Tokens (SPT) using the Agentic Commerce Protocol (ACP)
* Enable secure payment credential handoff from an AI agent to Stripe
* Process payments and perform risk evaluation through Stripe
* Build a complete end-to-end agentic commerce experience
Because this is a pilot workshop, the content is evolving and highly experimental. Participants will be among the first developers anywhere to build an agentic commerce integration with Stripe.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a fully functioning agentic commerce solution complete with code, equipping you with the skills to build next-generation AI-powered buying experiences.
**Attendance & Invitations**
⚡ This is a small, invite-only workshop designed for a very limited group of developers.
To keep the session highly interactive, attendance is restricted to a small number of participants, and admission is **by invitation only**.
To request an invitation:
1. Join the waitlist to express your interest
2. We will review all waitlist requests
3. Selected participants will be moved to the confirmed list
4. You will receive confirmation once your spot is approved.
**Please wait for confirmation before making plans — only confirmed attendees will be admitted.**
This approach allows us to create a focused, collaborative workshop environment and ensure the best possible experience for participants.
**Schedule**
**1:00PM – 1:15PM — Arrival & Welcome**
Arrive, grab coffee and refreshments, and make sure you're set up and ready to go.
**1:15PM – 4:00PM — Hands-on Workshop**
Introduction to agentic commerce and AI-driven purchasing.
You'll build a working agentic commerce solution including:
* AI agent customization
* Agentic Commerce Protocol setup
* Shared Payment Token creation
* Payment flows through Stripe
* End-to-end testing
**4:00PM – 4:30PM — Wrap-up & Networking**
Wrap up the workshop and connect with Stripe Solution Architects and Developer Advocates.
**Requirements**
This workshop is designed for developers interested in building AI-powered commerce experiences and agentic payment workflows.
Developers should be comfortable with:
* Basic JavaScript fundamentals
* Using a terminal or command line
* Working with APIs
* Basic web development concepts
No prior AI or Stripe experience is required.
**What You'll Need**
Laptop and charging cables — no Chromebooks or tablets
Code editor and ability to download and install necessary tools
Required software:
* IDE such as VS Code
* Node.js
* curl
Discovering Post-Quantum Cryptography hosted by Mastercard
Join us at Mastercard’s Dublin Tech Hub for Discovering Post-Quantum Cryptography, an evening dedicated to exploring how quantum technologies are reshaping the foundations of trust, privacy, and secure communications. As quantum computing advances, today’s cryptographic standards face unprecedented challenges.
This event, **brought to you by Mastercard in partnership with IBM**, will bring together experts working at the forefront of quantum‑safe security, post‑quantum cryptography, and quantum key distribution to unpack what’s coming and what organizations should do now.
From understanding the real‑world impact of the quantum threat to learning how industry is preparing for a post‑quantum future, this session combines strategic insight with practical perspective.
Whether you work in cybersecurity, payments, data science, engineering or are simply curious about how quantum will redefine digital trust, this event offers a unique opportunity to learn, connect, and engage with the future of cryptography.
**Why attend?**
* **Hear from quantum and cryptography experts**: Gain insight from specialists shaping post‑quantum standards, quantum‑safe systems, and real‑world security applications.
* **Understand the quantum security challenge**: Explore how quantum computing threatens existing cryptographic models - and what “harvest now, decrypt later” means in practice.
* **Discover Mastercard’s approach**: Learn how Mastercard is actively preparing for the quantum era through research, standards leadership, and industry collaboration.
* **Connect with the quantum ecosystem**: Network with innovators, researchers, technologists, and security leaders working to make our digital economy quantum‑safe in Ireland and beyond.
**Speakers:**
**[Kerem Varici](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerem-var%C4%B1c%C4%B1-93700379/) & [John Beric](https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-beric-54657092/) (Mastercard) – Preparing payments for a post-quantum world**
Kerem and John bring together the foundations of post-quantum cryptography with the practical realities of EMV and payment card technology. This session bridges emerging PQC algorithms with what they could mean for chip-based payments, highlighting why the industry should be thinking about quantum readiness now.
**[Jason Flood](https://www.linkedin.com/in/securityatibm/)** & **[Liher Elgezabal](https://www.linkedin.com/in/liherelgezabal/) (IBM) with Mastercard – IBM Quantum Safe proof of concept**
Jason and Lihir will join Mastercard to present a live proof of concept using IBM Quantum Safe Explorer. This session demonstrates how organisations can begin assessing their quantum readiness today through code analysis that identifies cryptographic hygiene issues and highlights potential vulnerabilities as we move toward quantum-safe environments.
**[Dr Hazel Murray](https://www.linkedin.com/in/hazel-ms-murray/) (Munster Technological University - Quantum Physics: Unlocking the next generation of security**
Dr Hazel Murray will explore how quantum physics is transforming cybersecurity - from the potential to break today's encryption standards to enabling the next generation of quantum-safe security. Her session frames the scientific foundations behind the shift and why organisations must prepare now.
Songwriting Collective - Open Mic - Bar 51
**NEXT OPEN MIC - Wednesday 11th March
- 8 -10.30pm**
Join us for Irelands best and biggest open mic featuring original Singer-songwriters and established artists. This weeks special guests are Promoter & Radio DJ Derek Burke along with Hugh Green
This is a unique opportunity to share and enjoy, original songs and connect with fellow artists in a vibrant, supportive atmosphere. This is a night not to be missed! Come celebrate the power of music and creativity. With limited performance spaces available, reserve your spot today!
We want to ensure that as many people as possible get to play on the night, so we ask that you do *two* things:
1. **RSVP here on MeetUp.**
2. **Get to the venue as early as possible to confirm your attendance**
3. Please note we do our best to accommodate everyone.
4. We would be grateful if you only sign up if you fully intend to go as we have limited spots available.
(Walk-in's are welcome but you might only get to play one song).
**BRING YOUR FRIENDS AND CREATE A FANTASTIC AUDIENCE!**
(Audience members and friends don't need to sign up, just performers.)
We are **now asking that you made a conscience effort to .....**
**BRING A FRIEND THIS HELPS GROW YOUR AUDIENCE !!!!**
**DONATION**
A **donation of €5.00** will be requested on the night to help us keep these great events going.
**Sound**
Killian Denny will be on sound.
**LOCATION**
(Upstairs) The 51 BAR
51 HADDINGTON ROAD, D4, D04 FD83
*Just one minute walk from Baggot Street Bridge*
**COVID 19 AND OTHER RESPIRATORY ILLNESS**
If you have any cold, flu or Covid symptoms please do not attend.
**PARKING**
There is free parking available on Haddington Road and Mespil Road, after 7.00pm but always double check.
After Work Wednesday's!
Get over the mid week slump and come down to meet some new faces and relax. We try and go to a different bar every week and you can join us anytime after 18:30.
**How to find the group?**
\*We have an area reserved just for us so if you are new and unsure please ask any of the bar staff for the area reserved under the organisers name or if completely lost on the night please contact the event host and they'll come and find you.
**How does it work?**
\*After finding the group either the organiser will approach you and ask if you are looking for the meetup or you can just ask anyone "Is this the meetup?" and normally that is a great conversation opener to join the group. After that it's up to you what you make of the event. That is pretty much it. Easy right? We normally encourage people to stand as it's much easier to mingle that way.
**Nervous about coming to the event?**
\*While it's quite intimidating meeting a bunch of strangers from the internet we are a very welcoming group. We normally look out for new people and remember that everyone in the group has been new in the group at one point. If are you'd like extra help just contact the event host on the night.
**Interested in helping out?**
\*Let me (Éamonn) know as it would be greatly appreciated.
**Something happened?**
\*Please report it to the organiser as we cannot do anything to prevent it from happening again if we don't know about it. Even if it's something small please let the organiser know as they are probably unaware.
We aim to have the location up by Monday afternoon before the event. The bars we go to are all based in the city centre.
**See you on Wednesday!**
Singles💘 Make New Friends👫 Salsa & Bachata Course New Term - Come & Try!
Make New Friends👫 Try New Hobby💃🕺Socialize Through Dancing👩❤️👨
If you are Solo Dancer or New Salsa Dancer, take this opportunity to do something different and enter the world of Salsa and Bachata Dance.
You will learn to dance Salsa & Bachata in 6 weeks with our *Beginners – Salsa & Bachata Group Dance Courses* while having great fun & making new friends in the process!
NEW TERM STARTING - Come & Try our classes at the cost of €10 per class in the first 2 weeks of the new term. If you like it, pay the difference after the class, get your membership and start your dancing journey with us😊
**Every Wednesday:**
* **Bachata Class: 7.30PM – 8.30PM**
* **Salsa Class: 8.30PM – 9.30PM**
* **Social Dance: 9.30PM – 10.30PM**
For information on when to join the New Term please check our website:
www.nochesalsera.com
Black Business Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
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
Stripe Developer meetup Dublin March 2026 (In Person)
**Join us on March 12 for the next Stripe Dublin meetup. This is an in-person event for anyone building with Stripe. An evening focused on Stripe user experiences, product insights, best practices, and community.**
🍕🍺 **Perks**
Food, drink provided!
**🎫 Tickets**
There is a hard limit for RSVP :) Wait list will be operating on Meetup.
**📍Location**
The event is hosted at Stripe's Dublin offices, Fitzwilton House, Wilton Pl, Dublin, 2 · Dublin, ie
**🕚 Rough timings**
* 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm: Doors open with refreshments
* 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Talks and Q&A
* 8:00 pm - 8:30 pm: Drinks, food, and networking
**📣 Talks**
1\. Code for success with Stripe and Temporal \- **Simon Emms, Temporal**
2. **Anna Spysz Developer Advocate, Stripe**
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with the Stripe community.
[Stripe developer code of conduct.](https://stripe.com/legal/developer-code-of-conduct)
Music Makers Live performance session.
This is one of our performance sessions. Microphones, PA, Speakers and lights on a stage setting. These sessions give members the opportunity to perform in public, so you can bring along your friends and family to see you perform.
There are limited performance spaces so the first 20 performers will get a slot on the night. Please note this is only open to members that attend our weekly Meetup sessions on a regular enough basis. Each performer should have 2 songs and an additional back up just in case we are running ahead of time on the night. I suggest you update the comment field with your song list so others can avoid duplication.
We booked the room in The Halfway House, Ashtown, Navan Road. Admission is €7.00 pay at the door (Revolut accepted) on the night. Finger food will be served. The venue is serviced by bus and the Maynooth train.
How to make a Killing - Movie @ 18:15pm - Meet 18:00pm
Hi everyone. Lets meetup Saturday March 14th and see How to Make a Killing.
Disowned at birth by his obscenely wealthy family, blue-collar Becket Redfellow (Glen Powell) will stop at nothing to reclaim his inheritance, no matter how many relatives stand in his way.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxBof_p3_es
Book now to Avoid disappointment.
Over 25s Singles Community Connect - Drinks and Dancing
You are invited to come and enjoy this social event. it's open to all age groups. As usual you will be able to meet friends and soon to be friends in a great bar for drinks and social conversation.
Dress to impress - The Baily is premium establishment with a smart and neat dress code. Any thing less means you may be turned away by the door staff. It should be quite easy to find me/the organiser.
There may be a second location for those that are dressed well and want to drink, chat and dance for the remainder of the night :)
Attendees will be expected to purchase at least 1 drink alcoholic or non-alcoholic. Otherwise the bar management will have there bar full of non paying customers which is not good for their business.
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If you would like to organise events let the organiser know.
Black Business Events Near You
Connect with your local Black Business community
Building a Voice Over Business
Join Voice Over Pros Of Ohio for an exciting morning of networking, and exploring opportunities in the world of voice acting. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event is perfect for expanding your network, learning how to start a VO business, and for honing your skills. Connect with fellow voice actors and VO experts, that will help you succeed in your voice over business.
This event will feature discussions on professional development, entrepreneurship in the voice over industry, with tips for navigating the world of voice acting. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from others, collaborate with like-minded individuals, and take your voice over career to the next level. Join us Saturday, March 28, from 10am - 12pm and learn how to start or grow your voice over business. Let your voice be heard! The $10 fee covers refreshments and door prizes.
Birthday Brunch: Celebrating March Birthdays
Join us as we celebrate our March birthdays in style at the fabulous and upscale Guild House in downtown Columbus.
Known for its warm, sophisticated atmosphere and beautifully curated menu, Guild House is the perfect setting for an elegant birthday brunch. Enjoy delicious brunch favorites, seasonal specialties, and handcrafted cocktails in a space that blends modern style with inviting charm.
This gathering is our way of celebrating the incredible members of our community who are marking another trip around the sun in March. Whether you're a birthday guest or simply joining the celebration, expect great food, uplifting conversation, and the kind of positive energy that makes our events special.
We’re truly grateful for the continued support of our members — it’s what allows this community to grow and these experiences to happen.
Follow Black Love & Friends on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/share/17oXQtZz36/) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/blackloveandfriends?igsh=djVrYnhqeG5nMjBx) to stay connected and be the first to hear about upcoming brunches, social gatherings, and other exciting member-only events.
✨ Good food
✨ Great company
✨ A beautiful celebration of community
Evolve Synergy: Westerville Chapter
At Evolve Synergy Sessions, you'll be part of a supportive mastermind where we share challenges, brainstorm solutions, and inspire one another to take bold steps in our businesses. Grow your network, gain fresh perspectives, and build meaningful relationships with like-minded women who are committed to success. Whether you’re looking to move the needle in your business or simply need a space to connect and recharge, this is the perfect place to fuel your entrepreneurial journey.
[Add Event to Calendar](https://evolvecolumbus.eventcalendarapp.com/)
\*\* Please note, we will be arriving around 8:15a for open networking! Get there early and get connected!
Contact Alexis Morley at [alexis.morley@edwardjones.com](mailto:alexis.morley@edwardjones.com) or Terri Lawson at [terri.lawson@e-merge.com](mailto:terri.lawson@e-merge.com) for more information.
Gold Star Business Networking
Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!
Gold Star Business Networking
Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!
From Chaos to Clarity to Control - A Workshop For Business Leaders
Is your business taking more of your time than you would like?
[Rob Young](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cinci-robyoung/) principal at [Stage 3 Group](https://www.linkedin.com/company/stage-3-group/), hosts this workshop series and is the author of Stage 3 Success.
* Provides a framework and a playbook for leaders of emerging businesses
* Reviews business management tools and techniques for scaling and maturing a business
* How to recognize and leverage stories hidden in financial statements
* How to implement financial and operational controls and use leading indicators to spot trouble before it occurs
* How to manage your time for maximum effect
* How to deal with nonperforming employees
* How to create standard operating procedures throughout your organization
Four sessions will include two hours of content and an optional 90-minute hands-on lab.
Reserve your spot via this link:
https://clintonvilleba.com/calendar/#!event/2026/3/20/chaos-to-clarity-to-control ($200 for non-CABA members.)


















