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**PLEASE NOTE NEW START TIME 7 PM** Beauty is hard to deny while watching olympic skaters twirling acrobatically on the ice. Or meeting a newborn for the first time, or appreciating some stunning aspect of nature. But what about those experiences makes them beautiful? And what makes certain scenes, actions or events ugly? And why don't we all agree what's beautiful or ugly? Join us at Walters Cafe in Dun Laoghaire this Tuesday and bring your views with you; buy and drink at the bar and engage meaningfully with others in a civil discourse on beauty and ugliness.

Do you like to try an indoor pool scuba dive with scuba dive equipment? If you are interested in going for this Pool scuba try diveclass, please RSVP early as there will be other people going beside this meetup. If anyone cannot make it on this day and wants a different date, RSVP and you can change your date to another date. I will send you the information details to book your pool dive a week that suites you. https://www.padi.com/ https://youtu.be/kvmgy4XsqrU This event is (PADI) scuba dive for First Timers who are interested in trying Scuba Diving. This will be a scuba dive in a large swimming pool 5m deep at one end. Cost is about 55 euros. Scuba dive equipment will be included and supplied. You will be shown how to use scuba diving equipment by a dive instructor. If you do well in the pool, you can go to the next step and take up an open water PADI dive course qualification. With this qualification it will allow you to do open water scuba diving world wide. Dublin open water boat dives and weekend Atlantic sea boat dives trips and or Fjord boat scuba dives trips will be also avaliable to you around Ireland and World Wide once you are a PADI Open Water qualified scuba diver. People use Sea swimming for its healing properties,it washes viruses, bacteria and cleanse your skin amongst other things due to the sea salt content. Since the pandemic there has been a large increase in people going swimming. Scuba diving also refreshes your mind like hiking to start a new fresh day and a new work week. Anyone interested, please RSVP and I will send you the booking information. As usual this is a sporting event, so when you RSVP and attend this meetup, every person is responsible for their on health and saftey and accept full responsibilty.

10€ entrance ticket will be charged at the gate you'll also get a free drink with it! Do you want to meet new people and also enjoy playing games? Then join us! We are playing social games where we break the ice and have fun! We usually play Social, quick and easy to learn games so you don't have to know anything! We are organizing this game night every Tuesday at 7.00pm *Price* Pay at the entrance either 10€ or 12€ to get and entry and half/full pint You’re more than welcome to bring your own games. See you there

Sangha (or 'spiritual community') Night is a chance for those practicing meditation and Buddhism to come together. The evening usually consists of a period of meditation, a talk about Buddhism and a Puja after a short tea-break. **Practical details:** The night will start at 7pm sharp so arrive a little early to ensure a punctual start. **7 pm** – Meditation **7.25 pm** – Talk with Questions and Answers **8.10 pm** – Tea-Break **8.30 pm** – Puja **9.15 pm** – Finish This event is for: * Sangha members both new and long-standing. * Meditators or Buddhists with some experience who want to visit the Dublin Buddhist Centre for the first time. * Those totally new to meditation or Buddhism who want to jump in at the deep-end. Each month there will be an overarching theme, and each week will be a Buddhist Talk on some aspect of that theme. All our Sangha Nights are led by members of the Triratna Buddhist Order. No need to book in advance, just show up before one of the sessions. On a donation basis.

**COST: 6 euros. RSVP OPENS 12/02/2026 11:00 am** Come and join us on our own private tour of Kilmainham Jail and see all the new improvements and exhibits for the princely sum of 6 euros. Cost: €6.00 via the following link: [PayPal.Me/DLHGroup](https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/DLHGroup?v=1&utm_source=unp&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=RT000269&utm_unptid=c5d142a8-2861-11ed-aa18-98039ba0714a&ppid=RT000269&cnac=IE&rsta=en_US%28en-IE%29&cust=ZTGE7US474996&unptid=c5d142a8-2861-11ed-aa18-98039ba0714a&calc=f793604dc7c12&unp_tpcid=ppme-social-user-profile-created&page=main%3Aemail%3ART000269&pgrp=main%3Aemail&e=cl&mchn=em&s=ci&mail=sys&appVersion=1.109.0&xt=104038) Kilmainham Gaol opened in 1796 as the new County Gaol for Dublin. While most of the prisoners were common criminals, it also held political prisoners involved in Ireland’s struggle for independence. Included amongst those held here were Robert Emmet, Anne Devlin, the Fenians, Charles Stewart Parnell, Countess Markievicz and the leaders of the 1916 Easter Rising, 14 of whom were executed by firing squad in the Stonebreaker’s yard. The Gaol was closed in 1924 but was preserved as a national monument in the 1960s and restored by the Kilmainham Gaol Restoration Committee. It was handed over to the **State in 1986 and today is run by the Office of Public Works.** **Details:** 11.:30am. Meet outside the main door of the jail **11.45am Tour commences LATE COMERS NOT ALLOWED TO JOIN** **TOUR** **1.00pm** Tour ends **We will spend a further half an hour in the museum.** \*\*1.30 we will go for coffee /lunch

Our meditation drop-in class is designed for those new to meditation or returning to practice. The 1 hour 15 minute session includes input on meditation and the Dharma, a led meditation, and time for questions and discussion. A welcoming space to learn, practice, and connect with others. **Practical details** The night will start at 7pm sharp so arrive a little early to ensure a punctual start. **7 pm** – Welcome & introduction to the meditation practice **7.15 pm** – Led meditation followed by space for questions **7.55 pm** – Short talk on aspect of meditation or Buddhism **8.15 pm** – Finish This event is for: * Those totally new to meditation or Buddhism * Meditators or Buddhists with some experience who want to visit the Dublin Buddhist Centre for the first time. All our Drop-in Meditation Nights are led by experienced members of the Triratna Buddhist Community. No need to book in advance, just show up a few minutes before we start at 7pm. On a donation basis. **Why meditate with others?** Meditation can help you pause, notice what’s happening in your mind and body, and build greater calm, clarity, and self-awareness - particularly important in a busy, demanding world. Meditation isn’t about emptying your mind or getting it “right,” but about paying attention to your own experience, just as it is. Learning and practicing meditation with other people can deepen this experience. Practicing together creates a sense of connection and shared understanding, reminding you that everyone’s experience is different and that there’s no single right way to meditate. Being part of a group can offer encouragement, structure, and a feeling of support, making the practice more sustainable and meaningful over time.

A beautiful gin tasting event for single people age 24-40. Come for the gin, stay for the chemistry. **For details on this event and to get your ticket, click on Eventbrite link:** https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/gin-tasting-singles-evening-age-24-40-tickets-1982116804720?aff=oddtdtcreator **Important information:** Strict ticket event. Tickets will be scanned at check in. **Do not show up without an Eventbrite ticket.** Get your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/gin-tasting-singles-evening-age-24-40-tickets-1982116804720?aff=oddtdtcreator RSVPs are not a true representation of the people attending. By joining this event, you accept our T&Cs, check them out on our website: Yinyangevents.ie **[Follow us on Insta: Yinyangeventsireland](https://www.instagram.com/yinyangeventsireland/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMUEDRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHkLHmVDeh-gX09J8BZROIRCk5r73aBA3sIB_WbEHgkcrU9qQJrPc-WgXKvt3_aem_IPoV5DsFiEgLYrJKjKQW3A)**

**Hello Salseras and Salseros,** Due to overwhelming demand.... I will be running a **SALSA CALIENTE PARTY on SATURDAY, The 28TH OF FEBRUARY 2026, at THE TEACHERS CLUB, 36 PARNELL SQUARE WEST, DUBLIN 1** I would like to offer the opportunity to all Salseras and Salseros of Ireland to dance to all types of salsa music with great beats and rhythm. When we have a guest Teacher or guest DJ appearing I will let you know in advance so you don’t miss out….. So come along as you know the Salsa dance floor is a place of pleasure, leisure and for filling all your senses. As I always say “SALSA IS A BIG FAMILY”… DRESS CODE: DRESS TO IMPRESS…DRESS TO IMPRESS **BACHATA WORKSHOP WITH: JUAN GONZALEZ (BEYOND DANCE)** **7:30pm - 8:30pm: SHARP** **SALSA WORKSHOP WITH: DON ALI C & KASIA** **8:30pm – 9:30pm: SHARP: SALSA - OPEN LEVEL** **1 CLASS: 15€ + PARTY (CASH ONLY)** **2 CLASSES: 20€ + PARTY (CASH ONLY)** **PARTY ONLY: 10€ (CASH ONLY)** **PARTY: 9.30pm – 12:30am...COME EARLY TO ENJOY OLD & NEW TUNES.** MUSIC HOUSE: SALSA (Classica, Moderna, Dura, Cubana) / GUAGUANCO / MAMBO /PACHANGA/ BACHATA / MERENGUE / CHA CHA CHA / ZOUK / KIZOMBA / AND MANY MORE... Looking forward to seeing you all once again on Saturday the 28th of February 2026. “ONE GOOD THING ABOUT MUSIC, WHEN IT HITS YOU, YOU FEEL NO PAIN”. MUSIC IS THE FOOD OF THE SOUL, AND DANCE, THE DRINK OF THE HEART..... "" If you are addicted to good music and crazy about Salsa, bring your shoes and come to dance"" \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* SALSA FUEL FOR THE SOUL\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* DJ LEO \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*

Is the recession really coming — or is it just ghosting us? Is it slowly creeping in, or will it never fully arrive? And where is the drop in housing prices we’ve all been waiting for? In this session, we’ll explore these questions and more as we try to make sense of the post-COVID economic landscape: uncertainty, resilience, inflation fatigue, and what might actually lie ahead. This event will be co-hosted by Cillian, who will help guide the discussion and bring expert perspective to a topic that affects all of us, whether we like it or not. Looking forward to having you join us for what promises to be a thoughtful and lively conversation.

# **Percy Jackson + General Knowledge Quiz – Two Rounds, 100 Questions** From Mount Olympus to pure trivia chaos, enjoy a full quiz night with two different challenges. We’ll run **two independent quizzes of 50 questions each**: **Round 1:** Percy Jackson (19:30–20:15) **Round 2:** General Knowledge (20:30–21:15) Join one or both. No repeated questions. ✨ **Round 1 – Percy Jackson (Thematic Quiz)** •**30 Story / Plot questions** • **10 Character questions** *(Double Points)* • **10 Quotes questions** *(Double Points)* Standalone thematic quiz (not part of a league). ✨ **Round 2 – General Knowledge** The quiz contains **5 questions per category** across: History • Geography • Music • Science • Food Pop Culture • Presidents • Literature • Sports Series & Movies This round **counts toward the General Knowledge League 2026**. ## **General Knowledge League 2026** Every time you join a GK quiz, your team’s score is saved. Scores accumulate all year, and the best team wins: Custom jerseys for all members, featuring: • Team name • Team photo • Title: **“General Knowledge Champions 2026”** ** 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

Saturday Argentine Tango in Bray ✨ Start your weekend dancing, learning, and sharing. From 4pm we move from focused classes straight into a friendly social practica — the perfect Saturday tango flow. Fresh mind, warm embrace, and that post-tango glow 4pm Class - Fundamentals 5pm Class - Inter/adv - Special Milonga Workshop Practica until 8 pm (or later, depending on attendance and the energy!) €15 (a class or the whole evening) Tea, coffee & snacks included Holy Redeemer Parish Youth Centre, Bray google map link https://maps.app.goo.gl/tsxqcdAKfi3H5R917 Come dance, connect, and be part of our tango community. Organized by Tango Classes Lucia & Gerry — the first and only multidisciplinary tango school in Ireland - Corresponding Academicians by the National Tango Academy of Argentina

Hello, Let's attend together the book launch at Books Upstairs Please find below the event description: ## The Stoney Collection Book Launch Join us for a cozy Sunday matinee of wine and stories — celebrating 24 emerging Dublin writers featured in our new book: The Stoney Collection, Volume 2. Settle in at the oldest bookshop in Dublin, sip some wine, mingle with fellow book lovers, and listen to some of the short stories and poems from our contributing writers. Grab your ticket and don’t miss your chance to spend a Sunday afternoon hearing debut local writers unveil their Make sure to make the booking here: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wine-stories-matinee-the-stoney-collection-book-launch-tickets-1978843230371](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wine-stories-matinee-the-stoney-collection-book-launch-tickets-1978843230371) Event agenda: 01:45 AM - 02:15 PM ### ARRIVAL: MIX & MINGLE 02:15 PM ### MC KICKOFF: Paul Carreo for PC Studios Publishing ### Some gratitudes for local literature & writing communities - Lorna Keane ### Four Stories : Selected work from The Stoney Collection (40 Min) 03:00 PM - 03:30 PM ### MEET THE WRITERS & ASK ABOUT THE BOOK After the event we can go to Doyles pub across the road for drinks and food.

We may pick a specific topic and post in advance or may discuss current events and various ad hoc topics . We would love to spend time hanging out and getting to know one another. Atheist, agnostics, other non-theists, and atheist-friendly people are welcome to join us. Note: COUNT operates a Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions (http://www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions/) to promote discussions among members and visitors.

**Welcome to the inaugural meeting of the International Relations / Foreign Policy Group Columbus!** This group brings together students, professionals, academics, and anyone interested in global affairs, diplomacy, and geopolitics. Our first meetup will be an informal discussion focused on current international developments and global trends. This is a great opportunity to: • Meet others interested in international relations and foreign policy • Discuss current global events and geopolitical developments • Exchange perspectives and ideas in a respectful environment • Build a network of globally minded individuals in Central Ohio (Columbus and periphery) **Discussion topics may include:** * Strategic planning for the group and the way forward * US foreign policy priorities in 2026 * Major geopolitical developments (Europe, Asia, Middle East) * Global security and strategic competition * International economic and diplomatic trends No prior expertise is required—everyone is welcome, whether you're a student, professional, or simply interested in world affairs. **This will be a casual, friendly, and intellectually engaging conversation.** I look forward to meeting everyone and building a strong international relations / foreign policy community in Central Ohio.

Bring your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, microcontroller, or any other electronic project and join fellow electronics makers for a night of creativity and collaboration! This session is open forum to share your current projects—whether complete or in progress, it’s all interesting! Whether you’re deep into embedded systems, exploring new ideas, or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming space to collaborate, share, and get inspired. (NOTICE - Location change!) This session will be at the Karl Road Branch of the Columbus Library in the Conference Room 2.

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. If the weather cooperates we will be meeting in the patio. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit: From Intent to Implementation* Spec-driven development flips the traditional workflow on its head: instead of code being the source of truth, the specification becomes the backbone of design, collaboration, and delivery. In this session, we’ll explore how GitHub Spec-Kit enables teams to treat specifications as first-class artifacts—living documents that drive architecture, implementation, and verification. You’ll learn how Spec-Kit helps teams clearly express intent using structured, version-controlled specs that live alongside code. We’ll walk through a practical workflow that starts with defining system behavior and constraints, then progressively refines those specs into testable, automatable outcomes. Along the way, we’ll show how specs can reduce ambiguity, improve cross-functional collaboration, and make design decisions explicit before a single line of production code is written. This talk will cover: --What spec-driven development is (and what it isn’t) --How GitHub Spec-Kit fits into modern developer workflows --Using specs to align product, engineering, and AI-assisted development --Real-world examples of turning specs into implementations with confidence Whether you’re building greenfield systems, integrating AI into your stack, or trying to reduce costly rework, spec-driven development offers a scalable way to move faster without sacrificing clarity. Attendees will leave with concrete patterns and a clear mental model for adopting GitHub Spec-Kit in their own projects. **YouTube Link** TBA

Our next much-awaited **COLUMBUS** meetup is **Tuesday February 24 from 7-10 pm at ACE OF CUPS**. Meet patients, cultivators, processors, dispensary managers/staff, physicians, home growers, educators, activists, nonprofits, artists, attorneys, business owners, writers, students, and supporters to network, share our knowledge, collaborate, support each other and make new friends! WE HOPE TO BE COLLECTING SIGNATURES TO OVERTURN SB56. BRING YOUR FRIENDS, COLLEAGUES AND FAMILY MEMBERS TO JOIN US AND SIGN! Hope you will be there too! Save the date and pass the word. **Please RSVP** so we know who is coming and how many to expect. Find us to say hi and we will introduce you to others. We should be easy to spot. (The happy-looking group wearing cool nametags! See photos from our past events.) Sign in, grab a name tag, start your own bar/food tab, meet old friends and make new ones! Everyone is welcome. SEE YOU THERE!