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**Ticket: BUY YOUR OWN TICKET FROM THE NATIONAL CONCERT HAL** ## Bloomsday – Celebrating James Joyce’s Ulysses **Sandra Oman**, soprano ​​​​​​​**Mary McEvoy**, actress **Simon Morgan**, baritone **David Wray** Bloomsday is a joyous celebration of arguably the greatest novel in the English language, Ulysses by James Joyce. An accomplished musician himself, the works of Joyce are musical landscapes, laden with references to songs and operatic works of the day. Accompanied by the outstanding pianist, David Wray, Dublin-Born soprano Sandra Oman, in the role of Molly Bloom, will perform such vocal delights as: Love’s Old Sweet Song; The last Rose of Summer; I Dreamt I Dwelt in Marble Halls; The Holy City; Sweet Rosie O’Grady; Oft in the Stilly Night; Silent, O Moyle; Habanera (*Carmen*); The Lass of Aughrim. Acclaimed actress and television icon Mary McEvoy (Biddy, Glenroe) plays the role of Nora Barnacle, Joyce’s wife, reading extracts from Ulysses and giving the audience a flavour of Dublin in 1904. Molly and Nora, the great loves of Joyce’s life (fictitious and real), converse and reminisce. A concert for lovers of Bloomsday, Joyce or simply beautiful songs of yesteryear! **DETAILS:** **12:20** Mwwr in the Main entrance of the National Concert Hall **12:25** Join the queue for seats. It is FREE SEATING **13:05**: Concert begins **14:05** Concert ends We will go to the **HARCOURT HOTEL** for refreshments and chat. **BUY YOUR TICKET AND THEN PRESS ATTEND**

This event is beginner Friendly. More experienced players are still free to come along. I will explain the rules before the first game at 7:15 so please arrive on time if you're new. The rules may be different than other versions of mafia that you played. There is limited capacity so we can't accept every RSVP request. If we aren't able to accept your RSVP event please come to a future.

**Taming the Tiger: A Self-Help Book Club** Join us for an engaging discussion of *Taming the Tiger*, a thought-provoking self-help book that explores resilience, emotional awareness, and personal growth. Whether you've read the entire book or are just getting started, this welcoming book club offers a space to share insights, reflect on key lessons, and connect with others on a journey of self-discovery.

Looking to get to know new people? Try this board game meetup! Bring a friend, or come alone and play with someone new. Choose from **over 150 games** or puzzles in our library, or **bring one of your own**. Staff are happy to suggest different games you may enjoy to help break the ice! Register online, or walk-ins welcome too :) **Price:** €10 - includes 3 hours of board game play for only €3.33/hour - regular price is €5/hour. **Ages:** 18+

Metallica are tearing up Dublin with their full‑scale stadium show and they’re bringing Pantera and Avatar with them. This is going to be one of the biggest metal nights Ireland has seen in years. Event: Metallica – M72 World Tour Support: Pantera, Avatar Date: Friday, 19 June 2026 Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin 4 Gates: 5:00pm Meetup: Inside the venue from 5:30pm onward, or in a nearby bar Tickets: €90–€316 Link: [https://www.ticketmaster.ie/metallica-m72-world-tour-1day-ticket-dublin-19-06-2026/event/180062B4E2E38D31](https://www.ticketmaster.ie/metallica-m72-world-tour-1day-ticket-dublin-19-06-2026/event/180062B4E2E38D31) If you’re up for a massive night of riffs, pyro, and pure metal energy — let’s go. #areyoureadytorockindublin #rockoutindublin #turnitupdublinto11

✨ **What Is the Big International Meetup?** A bigger, more dynamic version of our classic International Meetup — with extra fun built in. Meet people from all over the world in a friendly, relaxed and social environment… and then take part in interactive games with prizes! Whether you’re new to Dublin or a long-time resident, this is the perfect plan to talk, laugh, connect and enjoy a full social experience. 🌍 **How It Works** When you arrive, you’ll get a small paper with a table number. Groups are made of 3–5 people to ensure natural, easy conversations. Every 30 minutes, groups rotate so you meet plenty of new people throughout the evening. After the social part, we take things to the next level with: 🎉 Bingo Round (with prizes) 🌍 Around the World Quiz Show (with prizes) No pressure, no awkward silences — just good vibes, international energy and a bit of friendly competition. **🍀 Who Is This Event For?** Everyone is welcome! Newcomers, expats, locals, shy people, outgoing people… absolutely anyone. It’s also perfect if you want more than just a meetup — a full evening experience where you can socialise and have fun through games and activities. 💬 **A Friendly & Safe Atmosphere** Our community is known for being inclusive, open and respectful. Come alone or with friends — you’ll feel comfortable from the moment you walk in. 💸 **Pay-as-you-go (Cash / Card)** • €8 General Admission • €7 Students • €6 per person when you bring friends **💳 [Membership Options (Save € & unlock perks)](https://buymeacoffee.com/newindublin)** 🟡 **Regular Membership (€12/mo)** ✔ Free: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup ✔–50%: Big International Meetup, Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Social Music Night and Social Pub Crawl ✔ Extra perks 🔵 **Theme Membership (€15/mo)** ✔ Free: Big International Meetup, Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Social Music Night and Social Pub Crawl ✔ –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 **🎉 Join Us** Expect great conversations, interactive fun and an international atmosphere like no other. RSVP now and experience a bigger, more exciting way to meet people in Dublin!

This group is all about hosting a monthly in-person book club right here in Dublin City! If you're into the book we're reading and want to chat about it with others, this is the perfect spot for you. We'll meet for about 1-2 hours, enjoy some drinks and/or food, and dive into the book of the month—sharing our thoughts, exploring themes, and swapping recommendations for future reads. We suggest a €2 voluntary contribution per person to help cover MeetUp fees (cash or Revolut works). See you there!

Outdoor Morning Yoga 🌿 Join me for a 40-minute Saturday session in nature. We’ll flow through yoga, breathwork, manifesting and facial yoga for a calm and energising start to the day. ✨ Open to all levels ✨ A soft self-care experience What to bring: • Yoga mat • Water • Your favourite lotion(optional because I have for everybody!) Come as you are and enjoy a peaceful moment together ❤️

The evening of 21st of June we gather for a soul-nourishing evening to celebrate the longest day of the year, when the sun is at its peak and the veil between worlds is thin. This gathering is inspired by the ancient Celtic reverence for the Summer Solstice, known as one of the sacred turning points of the year. For our ancestors, this was a time of celebrating the sun’s life-giving power, the abundance of the earth, and the deep connection between the human spirit and the natural world. In Celtic tradition, the solstice marked a threshold moment when the veil between worlds was thin, making it a powerful time for prayer, healing, divination, and renewal. The use of sacred herbs, fire ceremonies, blessed water, and intuitive practices all echo traditions that have been honoured across Ireland for generations. As we gather together, we reconnect with this ancient wisdom, honouring the land beneath our feet and the cycles of nature that continue to guide us What can you expect • Fire Ritual Release what no longer serves you in a symbolic burning ceremony—let the flames transform and renew. • San Juan Herbs & Water Blessing Create a traditional bouquet of healing herbs—lavender, rosemary, St. John’s wort, and more—then immerse them in sacred water. We'll bathe our hands or faces with this blessed infusion to purify energy, invite protection, and align with nature’s healing rhythms. • Sound Healing & Sound Bath Drop into deep relaxation as the vibrations of Himalayan bowls and other sacred instruments carry you inward. • Oracle Cards Receive intuitive guidance and messages aligned with your solstice intentions. • Yogi Tea Sip, connect, and ground in the warmth of community. No experience needed—just an open heart. All are welcome This ceremony has a energy exchange of 35 euros, if you wish to attend please email me to soundsouljourney@gmail.com or whatsapp me on 0873260081 These are intimate sessions with a maximum of 6 attendees only 3 spaces left.

**Hands in the Soil: Community Growing, Learning & Craic** This first gathering will be a relaxed mix of **hands-on garden work, shared learning, and good conversation**. It’s about getting together in a real space, doing something practical, and seeing what ideas and connections might grow from there. On the day, we’ll: * Get our **hands dirty** with some light garden work and soil prep * Do some **seed sowing** and talk about what grows well locally * **Make kombucha together** and chat about fermentation, food, and simple home practices * Share knowledge, questions, and experiences around growing food * Enjoy some **fellowship, chats, and a bit of craic** along the way.Alongside the practical side, we’ll also have an open, informal discussion about a bigger idea: * The possibility of **small community “park farms” or gardens** in underused green spaces around Dublin * What that might look like, what’s realistic, and whether others feel drawn to exploring it further There’s no pressure, no expertise required, and no expectation beyond showing up with curiosity and a willingness to pitch in. Whether you’re experienced with gardening or completely new, you’re very welcome. Bring clothes you don’t mind getting muddy, and if you have them, gloves. Everything else will be very low-key. This is just a **first step** — a chance to meet, work, talk, and see if there’s a shared appetite to keep growing something 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 - you will choose which game you play on the day. All materials provided and rules are explained at the start of each game, you just need to bring your imagination. 🎭 **This week's facilitators:** * 🏘️ Silvia with *The Ultimate Hidden Truth of the World* \- a story\-focused\, rules\-light mashup of *The Quiet Year* and *FATE*, with a postapocalyptic hopepunk setting inspired by *The Year Without Sunshine* by Naomi Kritzer. The grid has gone dark. The internet is down. The delivery trucks have stopped arriving. But your little community is thriving. Play through four seasons of building something together at the end of the world. * 🏜️ **Scott** with *[The Golden Sea](https://gshowitt.itch.io/the-golden-sea)*, a one-page sandfaring RPG. Eras ago, this was a city the size of a kingdom that scraped the sky, then the sands came - a dry ocean that washed away all but the tallest towers. You work for THE CROWN, a cartel of merchants and mystics that rule the shifting sands. Expect some sleuthing, some fighting, and plenty of sailing along the dune sea as you work in service of The Crown or the Goddesses beneath the sand. *** Feel free to ask the organisers any questions you have (here or on our [Discord server](https://tinyurl.com/indie-rpgs-dublin)).

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!

The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~20 per person. Soft drink refills are 1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group! The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play. Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes. We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area. Parking can sometimes fill esrly. There is additional parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.

We will be marching again this summer at Pride. Come ready to show your Pride and stand-up for every human's right to love, respect, and family! * **Step-off:** 10:30AM * **Route:** High Street from the Capital to Goodale Park Update: We are meeting at Bob Leonhard's house. You can park your car there and we will carpool to the parade. This will eliminate you finding parking in the city and excessive walking. You SHOULD BE AT BOB'S HOUSE BY 8:45 a.m.! We will leave for the parade at 9:15 am sharp! Bob's address: 2858 Thorndale Avenue, Columbus, OH 43207 If you have questions, his number is 614-301-7436

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

Open Shelter has teamed up again with Red White and Boom! Friday, July 3rd & we are looking for volunteers to run the event’s alcohol booths. Proceeds from sales go to the Open Shelter’s organization. There are two available shifts: 12-6p & 5-11p. There will be an ipad-like device to process transactions in addition to cash. Everything will be in bottles or cans, so transactions should be very easy. Must be 21+. There are multiple beverage stations along the Civic Center Bridge. The stations are covered and also have beverage trucks next to them, so volunteers can cool off in the trucks. As far as parking, it is suggested those who are coming from the east use the Columbus Commons Garage, and those from the west use the Belle Street Garage. Harry from the Open Shelter will be your contact. (614)562-2169 mailto:harry@theopenshelter.org More information about the event: https://redwhiteandboom.org/ More information about the organization: https://theopenshelter.org/

**Join us for an afternoon of community art and craft time!** Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you. 🧵 **What to Bring** Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think: * **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending. * **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling. * **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design. * *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!* **📍 Where to Find Us** * We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Hilltop Branch** in **Meeting Room 4**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.** **⏱️ Timeline** * **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on. * **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas. **⚠️ A Note on RSVPs** The RSVP count for this event is strictly limited to 10 spots. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. Please try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel, allowing folks on the waitlist time to check their schedule. *** **We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**

**Men of Unity** is a safe, welcoming space for men to connect, share, and grow together. In this circle, we explore what it means to live with purpose, integrity, and spiritual awareness in today’s world. Through open dialogue, reflection, and mutual support, we learn to balance strength with compassion, confidence with humility, and action with mindfulness. Whether you’re seeking deeper spiritual connection, personal clarity, or simply a supportive brotherhood, this group invites you to bring your authentic self and grow in community. This week the Men's of Group will meet at Scrambler's - the North Hamilton Road location: 5729 North Hamilton Road Columbus, 43230