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### 📢 NEW YEAR FLASH SALE: Buy 1 Get 1 FREE (Only 3 Pairs Per Session!) **New Year, New Skills! Let’s make Wednesday the best night of your week.** Tired of the mid week slump? Want to master the art of sushi while enjoying a social night out in the heart of Dublin? Welcome to the **Ultimate Sushi & Social Experience** at Lucky Tortoise, Temple Bar. This is NOT a quiet cooking class; it’s a high energy, hands on food party where you roll, eat, and meet amazing people! ### 🔥 WHY YOU CAN'T MISS THIS (The "New Year" BOGO Deal) To kick off 2026, we are offering an exclusive **Buy One Get One FREE** deal for our Meetup community. * **Regular Price:** €65 per person. * **BOGO Deal:** **€65 for TWO people** (Only €32.50 each for the full experience + feast!) * **The Catch:** To keep it hands on and high quality, we only release **3 BOGO pairs (6 tickets) per session.** Grab them before they are gone! ### 🍱 WHAT’S THE VIBE? * **The Masterclass:** Our experts will teach you the secrets of the perfect sushi roll starting from seasoning the rice to mastering professional rolling techniques. * **The Full Feast:** You don’t just eat your sushi! We serve a curated Japanese inspired meal including: * **Signature Okonomiyaki** (Japanese savory pancake) * **Crispy Scallion Pancakes** * **Fresh Kimchi** * **All the sushi you've personally rolled!** * **Optional Drink Upgrades:** Want to pair your rolls with something special? A curated selection of **Japanese Beer and Sake** is available for purchase at the bar to perfect your meal. 🍺🍶 * **Fortune Cookies:** End the night by cracking open your 2026 destiny with our special New Year fortune cookies! ### ⚠️ HOW TO LOCK IN THE BOGO DEAL (Step by Step) **Important:** RSVPing on Meetup does **NOT** guarantee your spot. You must secure your ticket on Eventbrite to be admitted. 1. Click the link below to go to our [Eventbrite page.](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sushi-rolling-class-in-dublin-hands-on-japanese-cooking-experience-tickets-1264213890779?aff=Meetup) 2. Select **2 Tickets**. 3. Click "Apply Promo Code" and enter: **`newyear`** 4. Watch the price drop by 50%! 5. Check out and get ready to roll! 👉 **[LINK: [BOOK YOUR SUSHI SPOT ON EVENTBRITE HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sushi-rolling-class-in-dublin-hands-on-japanese-cooking-experience-tickets-1264213890779?aff=Meetup)]** ### 🚨 FLASH SALE STATUS: * **Jan 7:** 1 BOGO pair left (Last chance!) * **Jan 21:** 3 BOGO pairs left * **Feb 4:** 3 BOGO pairs left * **Feb 18:** 3 BOGO pairs left **Don't wait! Grab your partner or a friend and turn your Wednesday into a sushi adventure!**

Welcome to lockpicking at Tog. Join us as we teach the various methods of picking and bypassing common locks in Ireland. All equipment provided. Warm clothes reccomended as the heating isnt the best.

\# What we are STILL about; The experience so far suggests a place where we can go and discuss any subject in a relaxed atmosphere ...NOT only to enjoy a glass of quality VINO , to have Social gathering, lunches & dinners, meetings, FUN & party events , to compare cuisine from different countries & comparisons, without snobbery, and at times organise trips to wineries, in future when & IF economic & appropriate... but most of all enjoy the friendship that this GROUP may bring YOU! VITAL..bring your sense of HUMOUR (experienced Pirates welcome... applicants will be tested .. there may be dancing ... or you may walk the plank...!___)

## Breath, Sound & Relaxation – A Weekly Wind-Down (Starting September) Event Description: Join us every Thursday evening for a deeply calming and restorative 75-minute session combining breathwork, mindful relaxation, and immersive sound healing. This class is designed to help you unwind, reset your nervous system, and let go of tension through gentle guided breathing, mindful body awareness, and the soothing sounds of instruments like crystal singing bowls, chimes, and gongs. Whether you're new to sound baths or a regular, you're welcome just as you are. There’s nothing to achieve and no right way to feel – simply come along, get comfortable, and allow yourself to relax and receive. 📅 When: Every Thursday, 7:00–8:15pm 📍 Where: Ballinteer Community School, Dublin 16 (Free parking available on site) What to Bring: Please bring a yoga mat, blanket, eye mask and anything else you need to feel warm and supported while lying down. To Book or Ask a Question: WhatsApp Catherine on 087 932 0165 We can't wait to see you there

Hy ,, I have "adopted" this group, because I love music creativity and would like to develop the group, BUT before imposing my ideas I would like you , as existing members to state what you want from this group, I have made an effort as I had 3 groups and close one (merged it with another) so that I could stop this group from its demise (which meetup HQ advised would close this week) so you can either mail me , or post ideas on discussion OR I have use of a central town location from 4-7 PM on the 8th January ... in the meantime BEST wishes Xared

### **Location:** **Ballinteer Community School (BCS) – Prayer Room,** Ballinteer, Dublin, Ireland ### **Schedule:** **Every Thursday, 8:20–9:00pm** ### **Ticket Options:** * **Drop-In Class:** €10 * **4-Week Pass (Prepaid):** €35 *** ### **Event Description** **Shake off the stress of the week.** This 40-minute class blends **breathwork, mindful movement, therapeutic shaking and deep relaxation** to reset the body and calm the mind. Suitable for all levels. ### **What to Expect** * Guided breathwork to open the lungs and release tension * Mindful movement to connect with the body and improve flow * Shaking practice to discharge stress and activate the fascia * Guided relaxation to finish feeling grounded and centred No experience required — everything is guided step by step. ### **Benefits** * Reduces stress and nervous system overload * Releases held tension from the muscles and fascia * Improves mood, sleep and emotional balance * Helps you feel lighter, clearer and more present ### **What to Wear** Loose, comfortable clothing. An extra layer (cardigan/hoodie) is ideal for the relaxation at the end. ### **To Book or Ask a Question** Text or WhatsApp **Catherine — 087 932 0165** ***

**Dumpling Masterclass: A Unique & Unforgettable Hands-On Dining Experience** Step into your personal cooking station, don your apron, and get ready for a culinary adventure. Guided by expert chefs, you’ll create four distinct types of dumplings, each with a unique filling inspired by the best of Asian cuisine: savory Korean dumplings, delicate Hong Kong Siu Mai, and classic Chinese boiled dumplings. Whether you love savory fillings or prefer vegetarian-friendly options, each creation will transport your senses straight to Asia. After crafting your dumplings, you’ll enjoy them in a relaxed setting with a curated Asian-inspired meal. Savor signature dishes like kimchi, crispy okonomiyaki, and savory scallion pancakes, complemented by the finest Japanese beer—a visual and flavor feast. And here’s the surprise: one lucky participant will win a special gift to take home!!! This experience is perfect for a date night, a celebration, or a memorable day with loved ones. It’s not just cooking; it’s about creating lasting memories in an intimate, elegant setting. **Excited to join this incredible dumpling experience? 🥟✨** 🎟️ Spots are filling up fast—**reserve your spot now and don’t miss out!** 👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dumpling-rolling-masterclass-tickets-1030947219887?aff=Meetup ⚠️ *Please note: RSVP on Meetup **does NOT** guarantee your spot. Only those with tickets will be admitted!*

**Registration/booking on our system at least 24 hours before class is necessary. We do not take walk ins/your rsvp on meetup is not a booking.** BOOK [HERE](themovementstudio.ie/handstandsandcoffee) From beginner to winner! We have a special weekly 2 hour class that is more like a weekly workshop. It's a very social class, with amazing coffee, great coaching, and smiles and good work being done. Fancy trying something new? Spending time safely outside your comfort zone? Please visit themovementstudio.ie/handstandsandcoffee to book your spot Registration/booking is necessary. We do not take walk ins.

Join us for this screening, we will discuss the book/film ( both getting raves) afterwards in a spoilerific chat. There will be food in Oscars before hand from 7.15 althought the seats for this are filled, screening at 830. Getting tiickets in advance is recommended There will be post movie discussions in Oscars for anyone interested.

Join us for a guided wine tasting sponsored by Wine Trends, featuring a curated selection of wines paired with individual charcuterie boards. $30 per person paid at venue. RSVP required. Each guest receives a personal board with a curated selection of meats, cheeses, olives, nuts, jam, grapes, and baguette. A relaxed, social way to unwind and try something new. Must be 21+ to attend

**Shake up your after work routine.** Join us for a guided cocktail class with our friends from Ilegal Mezcal and learn the story behind tequila and mezcal while creating three delicious cocktails from scratch. Your $15 ticket includes the class, all three cocktails, and a few party favors to take home. It is the perfect mix of learning, drinking, and socializing whether you are coming with coworkers, friends, or a date. Must be 21+ to attend.

Let’s meet for dinner at the Rossi, In the short north. The plan is to have dinner and then head over to Good Night John Boy around 9 pm for drinks and dancing. Please only RSVP if you are having dinner so that I have a head count for the restaurant. If you want to only join us for John Night John Boy, you don’t have to RSVP, you can write a comment under the event. This is the menu for the restaurant: https://rossikitchenandbar.com/dinner

**Our January novel is: Once Upon a Wardrobe by Patti Callahan** **This month's featured novel is a 20th-century biographical fiction, coming-of-age, historical romance, women’s fiction, world literature, student biography, heartfelt, magic, and feel-good novel. The book is 311 pages in print and 7 hours and 8 minutes on audiobook.** 1950: Margaret Devonshire (Megs) is a seventeen-year-old student of mathematics and physics at Oxford University. When her beloved eight-year-old brother asks Megs if Narnia is real, logical Megs tells him it's just a book for children, and certainly not true. Homebound due to his illness, and remaining fixated on his favorite books, George presses her to ask the author of the recently released novel The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe a question: "Where did Narnia come from?" Despite her fear about approaching the famous author, who is a professor at her school, Megs soon finds herself taking tea with C. S. Lewis and his own brother Warnie, begging them for answers. Rather than directly telling her where Narnia came from, Lewis encourages Megs to form her own conclusion as he shares the little-known stories from his own life that led to his inspiration. As she takes these stories home to George, the little boy travels farther in his imagination than he ever could in real life. After holding so tightly to logic and reason, her brother's request leads Megs to absorb a more profound truth: "The way stories change us can't be explained. It can only be felt. Like love."

Join us for an evening of great conversation over pizza!
 Relaxed, family-owned pizzeria offering familiar pies along with wings, sandwiches & salads. Hope to see you there!

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [Java Central Café and Roaster](https://javacentral.coffee/)**!**