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**SILENT WALK: The Fully Alive Experience** 🌿✨ Are you ready to step away from the noise? Join us for a unique experience of peace, connection, and great food! **ATTENTION: How to find us!** ⚠️ We want to make sure you find the group easily! Look out for our team waiting for you outside the Dún Laoghaire DART Station. We will be there holding a sign that says: 👉 ***"SILENT WALK"*** 👈 Don't be shy! Come to say hi and join the tribe! What to expect 🕊️ Kick off a peaceful journey with reflection and amazing company. The Silent Walk is designed to help you disconnect from the city's hustle and reconnect with your inner self. • 📍 Meeting Point: Outside Dún Laoghaire Station. • 🪧 Look for: The "SILENT WALK" sign. • 🎧 ESSENTIAL: Please bring your own headphones/earphones for the guided reflection. • 🌊 The Route: A beautiful walk by the sea with guided moments. • 🍔 Social Lunch: After the walk, we are heading to Wetherspoon for an optional lunch together! It’s the perfect time to chat and meet everyone. **Schedule** 10:30- Meeting (DART Station) 10:40 - Walk 11:00 - Silent Walk 11:20 - Small group sharing 12:00 - Optional lunch **Stay Connected!** We have a vibrant community on WhatsApp where we share updates, meeting points, and photos from our walks. Join us to stay in the loop: 👉 Join our WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IVskvE1hQar90o0bmT8kMs?mode=gi_t

We're hosting another in-person writing session in the Old Town Café once more. What is a write-together? It's a couple of focused writing sprints (30 mins each) with breaks in between for for snacks and chats. It's a chance to get some writing done *and* to meet other writers. All are welcome, old hands and newbies alike, and you can write whatever you like. To find us, seek out the people with laptops and notebooks (and I'll have a table sign if I remember to pack it!)

Let’s meet for 12 o’clock high tide swim at Seapoint on Sunday. Meeting near near Martello Tower opposite bicycle racks. Water is still cold and be mindful how long you stay in. Bring warm clothes for after. Please note swimming is at your own risk and we are not lifeguards.

Join us for Zazen Meditation. please arrive at 6pm. newcomers please arrive at 5.45 for an introduction to Zazen meditation.

# Ranelagh Arts Film Festival Following our very successful Day One event we are proud to announce Day Two, featuring a selection of fantastic short documentaries. If you missed Day One, now is your chance to join in the fun! If you enjoyed our previous event, you're very welcome to come along and bring an extra friend. We are very happy to welcome you to a special event taking place within the Ranelagh Arts Festival this year. Our very own ‘Ranelagh Arts film festival’ , promoting local, national and international film-makers. 📅 When: Sunday, May 17th 11am Start 📍 Where: The Devlin Cinema, The Devlin Hotel, Ranelagh The event is free, but please come early to guarantee a place. Seating is limited. This May, the Ranelagh Arts Festival will bring film lovers together for an exciting two-day celebration of independent and emerging filmmaking. Hosted in an intimate local cinema, the festival will showcase a curated programme of short films on Day One (Sun, May 10th) and Short Documentaries on Day Two(Sun, May 17th), highlighting fresh voices from local, national, and international creators. More than just screenings, the festival is designed to be a shared social experience. Audiences can take part in live Q&A sessions with filmmakers, vote for their favourite films, join fun film-themed quizzes, and connect with fellow attendees in relaxed social spaces throughout the venue. Whether you’re a dedicated film enthusiast, a student, an aspiring creative, or simply curious to discover something new, the festival offers a welcoming space to watch, discuss, and celebrate film together. [Film Selection Details](https://www.ranelagharts.ie/post/film-festival-selection-2026) **Come, Join the Fun** **It was an absolute joy to go through the submissions with our team of judges and gather a collection of worthy film pieces to share with you this year. We will make sure the event provides an entertaining and insightful experience for both audience and attending film-maker. We hope to see you there!** **Ranelagh Arts - Film Festival Team**

The meaning of the word zen is meditation, zazen means sitting meditation. In zazen practice we begin to know ourselves, and to go beyond the limits of our personal ego. Within our tradition zazen is referred to as shikantaza, not doing, letting go of thoughts, dropping off body and mind. This sitting meditation is the focus of our practice. Language limits our ability to communicate the true nature of zen; it is something that is better understood through practice. We are open to everyone interested in learning about zen. Intro workshop for newcomers is available at 5.30pm each Sunday. The dojo is a sacred place and it is important to be considerate of everyone. We have many people that travel to practise together once a week or once a month. So for that reason it is really essential that we all know the structure of the sitting practise (when to sit, how to do Kinhin, the different bell sounds and their meaning etc), to ensure a silent, safe and meaningful meditation. And it's also great to meet everyone before the sitting practise. And answer any questions you may have. We have zafus and zabutons (mats and cushions) for all to sit on. Chairs are available too. Comfortable clothing for sitting, black or neutral tones best. We greatly appreciate a donation of €5 to cover costs if it's possible for you. Please arrive 10min before start so 6ish (if you're not doing the intro workshop). You are very welcome to our dojo!

Make your own unique keychains with felt and beads in this beginner friendly workshop. **MAKE YOUR OWN FELT KEYCHAINS** Get creative and craft your own adorable felt keychains for your bags, keys or ready to gift a loved one in this relaxed, hands-on workshop. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crafter, you'll learn easy techniques for cutting, stitching, stuffing, and embellishing your own felt pieces. Bring your favorite drink and enjoy a chill night of crafting, conversation, and creativity. All materials are provided so just bring yourself, your friends, and your beverage of choice ***[Get your Tickets](https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/felt-keychain-workshop-tickets-1986005087679)*** **WHAT EACH TICKET INCLUDES** * Felt and sewing materials * Ribbons and beads for your decorations * Chill vibes and good music! * Unlimited tea or coffee & biscuits included for everyone attending! **WHAT DO WE DO DURING THE WORKSHOP? DO WE HAVE TO FOLLOW ALONG?** Our workshops are super informal, this is not a strict class, we have an instructor to guide you along but this is a very basic beginner event for you to experiment and have fun. We reward creativity and encourage everyone to create something different. **I'M GOING TO BE LATE, CAN I STILL COME?** Yes we don't usually start exactly on time. Due to a large volume of people arriving at once it usually starts at least 10 minutes after the time of the event. If you're really late just come in and don't worry! **CAN WE LEAVE OUR PIECES THERE?** We don't have capacity to keep the pieces as our studio is open 7 days a week so everybody has to take their works of art home and proudly display them! **THE EVENT SAYS SOLDOUT, CAN I BRING SOMEBODY ELSE?** Unfortunately not, if an event is sold out it means there are no seats left. **LOCATION:** This Must Be The Place 42 Arran Quay, Smithfield, Dublin 7 **IS IT WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY?** The venue is not wheelchair friendly unfortunately but do get in touch as we host events in various locations that are accessible for wheelchair users. **DO YOU DO PRIVATE EVENTS?** Yes, we host private events, brand events, hen parties, and work parties. Contact us on bookings@alternativeexperiences.ie **HOW DO I FIND OUT ABOUT EVENTS?** Signup to our weekly newsletter[ here](https://www.alternativedublincity.com/newsletter-signup/ "https://www.alternativedublincity.com/newsletter-signup/") **ARE YOU ON INSTAGRAM?** Yes find our page [here](https://www.instagram.com/thismustbetheplacedublin/ "https://www.instagram.com/thismustbetheplacedublin/")

### 🌸 What is Heartfulness Meditation? Heartfulness Meditation is a simple and natural way to relax the mind, reduce stress, and connect with your inner self by bringing awareness to the heart ❤️. No prior experience is needed—just sit comfortably, close your eyes, and tune in to the calm within. *** ### 🌟 Why join us? 🧘‍♀️ Let go of stress & tension 🎯 Improve focus & inner balance 🌿 Experience peace and clarity 💛 Connect with like-minded people ☕ Enjoy tea, coffee, and light snacks after the session 📍 **Venue:** Wisdom Centre 🕊 Sophia Housing Street, 25 Cork Street, Dublin 8 **Eircode:** D08 YD91 📅 **When:** Sundays, ⏰ 9:45 AM – 11:30 AM *** ### 🕰️ Schedule: 🔸 **9:45 AM** – Arrive & settle in silence 🔸 **10:00 AM** – Guided relaxation & Heartfulness meditation 🧘‍♂️ 🔸 **10:35 AM** – Reflection & sharing 💬 🔸 **10:50 AM** – Tea, coffee & light breakfast 🍵🥐 🔸 **11:30 AM** – Close *** ### 🌱 New to meditation? Everyone is welcome—whether you’re completely new or already practice meditation. 😊 Feel free to reach out to **Akarsh** at 📧 **ie.secretary@heartfulness.org** or drop us a message on Meetup if you’d like to let us know you’re coming. We’d love to have you join us! 💛

Grand Canal Way in County Kildare. * Meeting Point : Hueston Station * When : 12:30 AM, 17th of May. Meeting in Dublin Hueston Train Station for 12:30 AM (Inside beside Pret A Manger), Waiting 10 Minutes. At 12:40, we will going to take the Commuter train which is Scheduled for 12:50 AM to Portlaoise. We will be getting off the train at Sallins and Naas 13:22 PM. This Train Serves Park West and Cherry Orchard, Clondalkin Fonthill, Kishoge, Adamstown, Hazelhatch and Celbridge. When we reach Sallins and Naas Train Station, there is a coffee shop called Hey Darling Sallins and Coffee Express Trailor at the train station. It is a 6 minute walk to the start of the trail, this is a easy walk and you might see some boat passing by on the canal. Trail Duration is 2 to 2 in a half hour walking loop, 7.9 KM. Every event is 5 Euro's you can pay by using Revolut or Cash. I hope to see you thre.

**Hi Everyone Rumberos/as !!!** Sundays in Dublin just got a whole upgrade 🔥💃🕺🔥 Salsa & bachata classes right in the city center – get ready to unleash your inner fire 💃🕺 **💃 Every Sundays Nights Just Got Hotter! 🕺** Join us every Sunday for an unforgettable night of salsa and bachata classes followed by the best Latin party in the heart of Dublin, all in one place! #QuedadasSalseras 👀 **💥Quedadas Salseras💃🕺** **‼️Dublin City Center‼️** **📍🪩Lost Lane 🪩** 1-2 Adam Court, Grafton Street D2 [https://g.co/kgs/j7VBCsU](https://g.co/kgs/j7VBCsU "https://g.co/kgs/j7VBCsU") 🗓 **Sunday 17 May - 2 ROOMS** **🗓Event Lineup:** **🕖 17:00 Salsa Class \| 2 Levels** **Beginners & Intermediate** **🕖 18:00 Bachata Class \| 2 Levels** **Beginners & Intermediate** **🪩Social Dance 🪩** **🕖 19:00 - 00:00** **Room Salsa** **Room Bachata** **️ 🤫After social - Disco Dj** **⏰12:00 am to 01:30 am** **TappedDublin - Lost Lane** 🫵🏻 Don’t miss out? **Pass Options:💰** **✅2 Classes + Party + Drink : €20** **✅2 Class + Party : €15** **✅Only Party + Drink : €15** **✅Extra Token Drink : €5 🚪** **💳You can pay by card, cash, revolut,🚪or eventbrite** 🎟️[https://goo.su/fjXus](https://goo.su/fjXus "https://goo.su/fjXus") More info 👉🏼 [https://www.instagram.com/quedadassalseras/](https://www.instagram.com/quedadassalseras/ "https://www.instagram.com/quedadassalseras/")

The topic for May is "Ink" 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!

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Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.

**PLEASE BUY TICKETS THROUGH EVENTBRITE. RSVP THROUGH MEETUP IS NOT A TICKET PURCHASE CONFIRMATION.** Strive welcomes you to 'General Business Networking', Columbus' hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location in Downtown for all to join. Are you interested in business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts of all types, Bankers, Software Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **\*\*This will be a multi-vertical event\*\*** **There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise!** Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. **Remember, it's not who you know, it's who you meet tomorrow!** We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team *Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours before the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse PayPal fees.* *Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.*

This month we’ll be reading Agnes Aubert’s Mystical Cat Shelter by Heather Fawcett. Feel free to come and chat even if you don’t finish the book!