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**NEXT OPEN MIC - Wednesday 28th January - 8 -10.30pm** Join us for our next exciting event , featuring original singer-songwriters and spoken word. This weeks special guest - ARREN (straight from his sold out gig in Whelan's a few months back) 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 had a number lot of no shows in recent weeks which dampen the night for others . (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.

**Return To Silent Hill** **Meet** outside Cineworld Cafe (floor 1) 5.50 pm, film 6 pm. **Booking**: https://www.cineworld.ie/films/return-to-silent-hill/ho00014091#/buy-tickets-by-film?in-cinema=0001&at=2026-01-28&for-movie=ho00014091&view-mode=list **NB**: If you are trying to locate the Meet Up in Cineworld: My mobile number is 087 4179505, please call or text as a post here might not be noticed at that stage. I've booked **Seat G10.** **Return To Silent Hill** ***Running time: 106 minutes*** When a mysterious letter calls him back to Silent Hill in search of his lost love, James finds a once-recognizable town and encounters terrifying figures both familiar and new, and begins to question his own sanity. Cast: Jeremy Irvine, Hannah Emily Anderson, Robert Strange, Evie Templeton **Director: *Christophe Gans***

***Come and hear about the exciting finds from the excavations at Wood Quay from the very man, Dr. Pat Wallace, who led the excavations***. #### 28.01.2026, 18:00 P.M. Between 1974 and 1981, the excavations at Wood Quay and Fishamble Street in Dublin transformed our understanding of Viking and Anglo-Norm an Ireland. Led by Dr Pat Wallace, these groundbreaking digs uncovered the house types, town layout, and waterfronts of medieval Dublin, offering an unprecedented glimpse into the city’s early development. Dr Wallace will reflect on the Wood Quay excavations, where the distinctive dwellings and street patterns of Viking Dublin, along with the waterfront structures of the succeeding Anglo-Norman period, were revealed. Now, just over 50 years since he first began work on the site in 1974, it is a fitting moment to revisit the discoveries—and the often controversial circumstances—in which the excavations took place. Following his success at Wood Quay, Dr Wallace went on to serve as Director of the National Museum of Ireland for 24 years, overseeing major expansions and championing the preservation of Ireland’s cultural heritage. DETAILS: BUY YOUR TICKET ON EVENTBRITE BEFORE PRESSING ATTEND! 1\. 17:45 Meet in the Hall of the Irish Georgian Society 2.18:00 Lecture begins 3\. 19:30 Lecture Ends After the lecture we will go to the Grafton Hotel for drinks/ food / chats.

David Horan is a dedicated scholar known for his recent completion of a fifteen-year project to produce a modern translation of the entire works of Plato (over a million words!). Dr Horan has agreed to share his expertise in conversation with our Socrates Cafe participants; he will help us to better appreciate the culture, the time and place, occupied by Socrates and his star student, Plato. How did what has now become known as the *Socratic Method* of Inquiry develop? In a world that desperately needs the art of serious inquiry and critical thinking, how can we practice this method well? Expand your horizons with this evening discussion at Third Space. Space is limited so please sign up only if intending to attend. NOTE: there will be a 3 Euro fee to cover costs. Payable on the night by coin or Revolut. Socrates Cafe: a space where ideas and dialogue can flourish.

We are so happy to be returning to Hedigan’s! 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. ​Performers: Space is limited to 12 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!).

Are you a tech support engineer, IT manager or CTO? Want to know what happens when a bear bombs your Azure region? Or perhaps you'd like a "ahhh that's how it works!" moment! Well, either or, come join Stackand.Co at their inaugural Tech Pro Ireland event with special guest Aidan Finn, Microsoft MVP and founder of Azure consultancy Cloud Mechanix. Check out the talks and get your free seat here.... [https://ti.to/techmeetupspace/2601-tech-pro-ireland](https://ti.to/techmeetupspace/2601-tech-pro-ireland)

**Rebel Events: Scaling Without Selling Out** **The Clock Tower, Harbourmaster, Dublin 1** **Wednesday 28 January, 6:15pm to 9pm** **Overview** Starting and growing a business in Ireland is exciting, but it is also hard, messy and often lonely. Most founder events either glamorise success or focus on pitching and funding, leaving very little space for honest conversation. Join us at Harbourmaster for an open, relaxed night of networking and real talk for Dublin based founders, freelancers and start-up operators who are actively building something. Whether you are working out of a co-working space, running your first product or growing a small team, this is a room full of people who understand what that actually looks like. Come for the conversations, stay for the connections and leave with a clearer sense that you are not doing this on your own. **What you will get** • Meet other founders, builders and creatives in Dublin • Hear honest stories from people actually doing the work • Learn how to grow sustainably, not just fast • Walk away with clarity, not overwhelm • Make connections that go beyond business cards **Speakers** ***Aidan O Driscoll, Founder of Align*** Chosen as one of Ireland’s 30 Under 30 and recently featured in Forbes, Aidan brings a rare, straight talking perspective on sales and business growth. He has scaled his company to a team of ten without raising outside investment and will be sharing the real highs and lows of building a scale up in Ireland, from early wins to hard lessons. ***Máirín Murray, Founder of TechFoundHer and Co founder of Tech for Good Dublin*** Máirín is a technology and innovation leader focused on using start-ups, data and digital products to create positive social impact. With over ten years’ experience including leading digital platforms at the BBC, she brings deep insight into how founders can combine tech, AI and storytelling to build businesses that matter, without compromising on ethics or purpose. Be there or be … boring!

Meet at 19.00 in Dunphys pub opp ImC cinema for a chat Then we will go into cinema and get tickets and go to the movie. Movie time 19.45 The History of Sound Release Date: January 23, 2026 Runtime: 128 minutes Director: Oliver Hermanus Starring: Paul Mescal, Josh O'Connor, Chris Cooper Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor play star-crossed lovers in a sweeping, moving, and tender romance from Oliver Hermanus. In 1917, Lionel a young, talented music student meets David at the Boston Conservatory, where they bond over a deep love of folk mu

Hi guys, We'll go to see the latest Jason Statham film this Sunday... How could we not!? We'll head to the 10:45 screening of Shelter in Cineworld, book seats 3 rows from the back to sit together or wherever you prefer. We'll meet outside the cinema (or just inside the doors if its raining) from 10:30. Afterwards we'll head to the Black Sheep pub for food and a chat. See you then!!! **Shelter** 1hr 7mins A recluse on a remote Scottish island rescues a girl from the sea, unleashing a perilous sequence of events that culminate in an attack on his home, compelling him to face his turbulent history. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32357218/plotsummary?item=po7905637

IMPORTANT: PLEASE REGISTER for a free ticket for the tour on the Gallery's Website Here: (just signing up on meetup won't get you in): [https://nationalgallery.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873637018/events](https://nationalgallery.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873637018/events) Any questions, please reach out to me :) Let’s practice making our Museum visits with friends more fun, and engaging with Curious Questions and Creative Storytelling! Did you ever wonder how you can make museum visits more engaging? Join us this evening, to find ways on how we can have conversations about art that allow us to think more outside of the box. We will have some easy exercises and improv games prepared in regards to how we can see, speak and interact with art in a variety of ways. Anyone interested in art, creative thinking and public speaking is welcome to attend. No experience is required. **NOTE**: Please arrive 5 to 10 Minutes earlier, as we start at 18:30. Once the events starts we won't check meetup messages anymore. In case you won't make it on time, we look forward to see you at another event. **More about us:** [https://activesocialconnections.com/](https://activesocialconnections.com/)

Hi everyone. Lets meetup Saturday 24th January and see Shelter. On a remote coastal island, a former assassin living in self-imposed exile rescues a young girl from a deadly storm. As their lives start to intertwine, he must protect the orphan while battling enemies from his past. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPMawzJxKF4 Book Now to Avoid Disappointment.

Join us as we get together for something dark, humorous, twisted, violent and thrilling: SEND HELP! Rachael McAdams and Dylan O’Brien star in this film that follows a worker and her boss stranded on an island following a plane crash and their attempts to survive. Here are details, trailer and a plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Two office colleagues find themselves stranded on a deserted island after they are the only survivors of a plane crash. They must overcome past grievances and work together to survive, but ultimately, it is an unsettling and darkly humorous battle of wills and wits to make it out alive. The film is directed by Sam Raimi (the Evil Dead franchise, the Toby Maguire Spider-Man trilogy) and stars Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4wiXj9NmEE PLAN: Details for this event have already been confirmed! Please purchase your ticket for the 7:15pm showing and meet in the lobby area between 6:45 and 7:00pm! Tickets just $5.50 and advance purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments below! Pre-show bite at nearby El Vaquero at 5:30pm! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Connected Westerville Night of Networking flips the script on networking, with surprises and connections that'll make you say, "Who knew networking could be this much fun?!"

Join us as we get together to see the steamy-romance-period-drama, WUTHERING HEIGHTS. Director Emerald Fennell gives us her take on the romance between Heathcliff and Catherine Earnshaw from the classic Emily Bronte novel. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film tells a passionate and tumultuous love story set against the backdrop of the Yorkshire moors, exploring the intense and destructive relationship between Heathcliff and Catherine Earnshaw. The film is directed by Emerald Fennell (Promising Young Woman, Saltburn) and is loosely based on the classic novel by Emily Bronte. It stars Margot Robbie, Jacob Elordi, Alison Oliver, Owen Cooper and Hong Chau! TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fLCdIYShEQ PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet inside the lobby area about 30 minutes before the show begins. Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but early arrival is advised! Be sure to mention you’re with the Movie Group for admission and concession discounts! And, after the movie, don’t miss the best part of the night – food and drinks at the nearby Rusty Bucket! Complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Evolve exists to connect women entrepreneurs connect with one another, serve one another, and help one another overcome challenges in marketing, sales, networking, and professional development. [Add to Calendar](evolvecolumbus.eventcalendarapp.com) What to Expect: \~ Welcome team to greet you, introduce you to others, and make sure you feel a part of the group from your very first meeting \~ Welcome & Introductions: 15 second introductions \~ 15 Minute Speaker Spotlight: Member speaker who shares a bit of her story, how she got to doing what she does, and a tangible tip she uses to gain success in her business. No hard selling...no expectations. Simply giving the group an opportunity to get to know her and her journey. \~ 20 Minute Break Out Sessions: Small groups is where we connect best. Extroverted and Introverted alike get the opportunity to share on a deeper level and learn from one another. \~ Take Aways: Hear what the other groups talked about and share resources to grow yourself and your business \~ Grow Time!: Do you need a specific connection to a person, company, or industry? Share it with us! We love to open our networks to one another and grow together! Guests are always welcome. Please contact Mentor Director Donna Schomer at Donna@EvolveWomensNetwork.com for more information. We'd love to meet you!

Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! For this event, we’ll help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents, wash dishes and clean surfaces at Fath Mission – Grant Kitchen. We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “Create a better world” by helping serve those in need. Here are complete details and our plan for this event: FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. Our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces. PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for BRUNCH from 10:30am to 12:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 10:15am and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1, indicated in the attached map. On-site and street parking are available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details: \* LSS Volunteer Guidelines: Uploaded to photos. \* Parking Map Info: Uploaded to photos. \* LSS Faith Mission Orientation Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp46_6ay6iA \* Link with Additional Details / Info: https://lss.vomo.org/opportunity/faith-mission-grant-kitchen-2025 IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With very few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve. THANK YOU: This CMG Gives Back event provides an opportunity for YOU to get involved in helping others! Benefits go well beyond the help we give to others. Volunteering provides a wide range of personal benefits, including positive effects on mental and physical health, reduced stress/depression/anxiety, increased happiness and improved purpose, life-satisfaction and personal well-being! Plus, the opportunity to get involved, connect with others and help those in need. PARTNER AGENCY: This event is hosted by Lutheran Social Services (LSS), which serves thousands of people in need each day in 27 Ohio counties by addressing the four core societal issues of food, shelter, safety and healing. LSS offers food through the LSS Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through LSS Faith Mission and LSS Faith Mission of Fairfield County homeless shelters, domestic violence services through LSS CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence, senior living and health care, affordable housing communities, and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

The topic for February is "Transitions" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 11 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.