Celtic Music

Come to sing in community to celebrate Ireland’s saint/goddess Brigid and the Celtic festival of Imbolc, the midpoint between the winter solstice and spring equinox. We will meet on the weekend of Ireland’s St. Brigid’s Day bank holiday and Imbolc (1 February) to celebrate the healing power of the feminine and the fertility of the Earth as it springs back into life after winter. Let’s gather to sing uplifting songs, shake off the cobwebs, enliven ourselves and celebrate the innate healing powers and wisdom of women and of the Earth. Singing together will help us welcome the return of the warmth to the land and the fire in our bellies associated with Imbolc. Adults of all ages and abilities are welcome. You don’t need any singing or voice-work experience, and no one will be asked to sing solo. This is a relaxed, friendly and safe space, and participants frequently report leaving feeling recharged, grounded, and uplifted. Click [here](https://fullcirclechange.ie/offerings/self-care/singing/) to learn more about the style of singing at this workshop. Harmony singing is extremely beneficial to our physical, mental and spiritual health and wellbeing, and you will leave feeling recharged, grounded, and uplifted. Adults of all ages and abilities are welcome. You don’t need any singing or voice-work experience, and no one will be asked to sing solo. This is a relaxed, friendly and safe space. Please book a ticket in advance [here](https://fullcirclechange.ie/event/brigidenchantment/). Prices from €35

Join us for our Karaoke session on 31/01 Saturday, from 3pm to 6pm. It’s perfect for anyone who wants to practice their vocals, discover new songs and artists, showcase their favourite tracks, or simply relax and have a great time singing and socializing with fellow music lovers! The karaoke studio offers a wide variety of songs in different languages. It also features a YouTube function, allowing you to search and play other karaoke tracks directly from YouTube. To participate, please RSVP. The fee is **20€** to pay via **PayPal** or by **Revolut**. However, please note that the actual fee per person will depend on the total attendance, as it will be calculated by dividing the total cost of the session by the number of participants. If the fee differs from 20€, the difference will be settled on the day of the event. **Important Note:** Only paid participants will be confirmed for the event. Send me a direct message on the Meetup app or leave a comment below, and I'll share the account details with you and invite you to our WhatsApp group. Karaoke Rules to Keep the Fun Rolling: 1. No ordering more than two songs at once. 2. Only order new songs if you have no more than two songs already on the list. 3. If anyone want to perform a solo, let others know beforehand so we don’t accidentally join in and steal your spotlight!

Informal weekly meet up of ukulele players of all skill levels for jam session and individual performances ( optional!) Please email ukuhooligansdl@gmail.com if you'd like to come along. All welcome.

"Bricfeasta as Gaeilge" Gach Satharn @ 11.00r.n. - 12.30i.n. ag / at: Aroma Mocha (Alice's), Meal an Mhóta, Nás na Ríogh / Aroma Mocha, Moate Mall, Naas Buail isteach le haghaidh bricfeasta breá nó cupán tae. Gaeilge agus Fáilte http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/f/5/2/600_451793074.jpeg

Hello! Join us at our weekly Balfolk dancing session in the backroom of The Cobblestone from 4:00 to 6:00pm! 💃 Learn folk dances from many countries, meet people from all over the world and enjoy some live music at the end of the session! 🪕🎻🪗 Beginners and two-left feet people are welcome! You won’t be left on your own to figure out the steps as we will provide guidance and instructions. 🙂 Entry is free but donations [suggested €5] are welcome to help develop the group and support the organization of special events with professional dancers and musicians. 🥳 Don’t hesitate to give it a try, new people join us all the time and the group is very welcoming. Just come as you are! 😊 See you there!

**The Irish Composers Collective presents: ‘Sounds of Spring’** Sunday 1st February, 1pm National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin **Free event but tickets required on [Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/st-brigids-festival-the-irish-composers-collective-sounds-of-spring-tickets-1976867664400?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl)** Yseult Cooper Stockdale (cello), Sylvia O’Brien (soprano) and Anne-Marie O’Farrell (harp) The Irish Composers Collective presents ‘Songs of Spring’, a lunchtime concert of exciting new chamber music for harp, cello and soprano, taking place against the beautiful backdrop of the National Botanic Gardens. Acclaimed musicians Yseult Cooper Stockdale (cello), Sylvia O’Brien (soprano) and Anne-Marie O’Farrell (harp) will perform a range of new works written by members of the Irish Composers Collective. These pieces, composed specially for the concert, will explore themes of Irish mythology, storytelling and nature. Come along for what promises to be a special celebration of Imbolc and the arrival of spring. The Irish Composers Collective is funded by the Arts Council of Ireland. Details: **12:40** \- Meet inside the main gates of the Botanic Gardens **12:45** \- will take our seats in the concert venue **13:00** \- Concert Starts **14:00**\- Concert ends **14:05** \- We will meet in the restaurant in the Botanic Gardens for drinks/snacks and a chat After our snack, there is the opportunity for people wot walk around the gardens if they so wish. **Book your ticket on Eventbrite BEFORE pressing Attend!**

**SALSA CLASSES THIS SUNDAY!** **✻ 2:00-3:00: BEGINNER SALSA** **✻ 2:00-3:00: IMPROVER SALSA** **✻ 2:00-3:00: INTERMEDIATE SALSA** **CLASSES SCHEDULE IN FEBRUARY 2026** **Salsa classes are 1st, 15th of FEBRUARY 2026.** **Bachata classes are 8th, 22nd of FEBRUARY 2026.** **✻ ENTRANCE FEE: CASH ONLY ● Beginner Class + Social: 6€,** **● Improver / Inter-Mediate Classes + Social: 8€,** **● Social Only: 6€** **✻ VENUE: TEACHERS CLUB. ✻ ADDRESS: 36 PARNELL SQUARE WEST, ROTUNDA, DUBLIN 1, D01T6V6** SCHEDULE: 2 – 3PM: Beginner/ Improver /Intermediate Classes at the Same Time (One Week for Salsa, And the Following Week Will Be Bachata and Repeat). 3PM – 5PM: Social Dancing For All Levels - Music by DJ Leo. 5-6PM: Have Tea/Coffee/Drinks together.

Join us every Sunday and tell a story as a group by playing a beginner-friendly roleplaying game. Every week we have 2-3 different games. All materials provided and rules are explained at the start of each game, you just need to bring your imagination. 🎭 **This week's facilitators:** * 🪦 **Emil** guiding storytellers through *Epitaph*, a game where you create the story of someone's life, starting with how they died. Together, you will create the character, the people important to them, and the events they lived through. There's no pre-defined setting, you can decide together if you would like to ground your story in modern times, use historical events as an inspiration, or explore flights of fancy in a fantasy or sci-fi world. * ⚔️ **Adam** leading warrior princes and princesses towards a war of succession in *The King Is Dead*. The king of Banteave has died without heir and civil war is certain. To see your house exalted, you’ll have to fight and scheme, ally with your rivals and betray your friends. You were born for this. *** Feel free to ask the organisers any questions you have (here or on our [Discord server](https://tinyurl.com/indie-rpgs-dublin)).

Come join me for this Imbolic festival weekend for a special themed tour exploring the mythology and folklore surrounding Brigid. This tour will highlight the plants associated with Brigid as well as the seasonal highlight in their collections. We will meet outside their café at 10.45am. Tour will start at 11am and finish at midday. Date: 1st of January. Please book your ticket through eventbrite.ie with the subject title in the search icon. Tickets are €5 per person. Once you mention in comments that you have booked your ticket, you will be moved from the waiting list to the Going List. We can go for a cuppa in their café after the tour. PLEASE BOOK YOUR TICKET BEFORE YOU RSVP. Please check TFI bus timetable app before the meetup date.

**This is the biggest party in town!** ***Come help us enjoy the luckiest day of the year!*** The Irish Pub and outside overflow tent have Irish Beer, Whiskey and Food. Inside the giant tent the best local Irish bands perform while Irish dancers parade by and the Columbus fife and drum invade each late afternoon. **COVER CHARGE: $20.00** **4pm** - [Drowsy Lads](http://www.thedrowsylads.com/) Named as “The Best Irish-American Band” the 20 year performing veterans have galvanized their place amongst Irish and folk music’s must see acts. You’ll have a blast… and the band will be arm in arm beside you! **7pm** \- Ladies of Langford Since 1995, [Byrne’s Pub](https://byrnespub.com/) has served as a Grandview hub for all things Irish. In fact, co-owner Pat Byrne even operates a line of craft Irish whiskey, known as Bua. The Grandview Spot is also a huge patron of both Celtic music and bluegrass, as live musical guests from both genres perform at Byrne’s on the regular.

**Caller: Dan Kappus** **Band: Trillium** **Big Scioty Contra Dance** **temporarily returning to our long ago location for Jan-March - First Congregational Church, 444 E. Broad St., Columbus 43215** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/) Please bring your own refillable water bottle. Snacks to share are always welcome!

I hope you'll join me at [Carfagna's](https://carfagnas.com/) AMAZING complex on Gemini/Polaris. *Live, local acoustic music during dinner.* Come by early for happy hour til 6pm. Or, join us for dinner; show time is 6-9PM, Thursday. No Cover. Reservation at 6pm for 12 under Michele Z (overflow can linger near the bar). Each Thursday they host live music in their beautiful upscale bar at **Carfagna's Ristorante**; but you need to check out everything this place has to offer Italian under one roof!!

Dale Gnidovec, Curator of the Orton Hall Museum of Geology at The Ohio State University, will be presenting a program he has wanted to share with us for a long time: Plate Tectonics. His description of his program: Continents on the move - Nothing in Earth history makes sense without moving continents - it tells us why mountains, volcanoes, minerals, and fossils are where they are. This talk examines the evidence for continental drift, why it was disbelieved, and explains how the more-encompassing theory of plate tectonics was developed and eventually proven. Dale is an energetic, incredibly knowledgeable, and very entertaining speaker and this will be another wonderful program by Dale. Hope to see you there! Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1) Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953 Passcode: 760812 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC) The formal presentation will start at noon

Join us for a vibrant gathering that honors the heart and hustle of local entrepreneurs. It Takes a Village is more than an event it’s a movement to uplift and spotlight small business owners who pour passion into their craft and creativity into our community. From authors and bakers to jewelry makers, t-shirt designers, candle crafters, and beyond. This is your chance to meet the makers, support their work and celebrate the spirit of collaboration. **_Expect_** * Local vendors showcasing handmade goods * Live demos and storytelling from featured creators * Food, music, and community vibes * Opportunities to shop, connect and be inspired * Celebrate the power of small businesses and we all rise