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Flash Events Today
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Salsa Classes Swords
We teach Cuban Salsa in Swords at the Peacock bar and lounge every Tuesday. Come get out of the house, meet new people and have lots of fun. We have people from Ireland , right across europe and many countries around the world learning with us. There is a Salsa Club in every city in the world. Be part of one of the greatest movements that connects people right across the world.
Its 13e a class or
5 Consecutive classes for 50e
( The classes must be consecutive )
7PM intermediates
8PM beginners and improvers
Mark
The Salsa Medics
DubJUG 266: Software Security
Log4j vulnerabilites and North Korean (allegedly) hackers infiltrating Flutter MacOS apps.
Meet ReversingLabs' Kadi McKean and Frithjof Hoffmann for DubJUG 266 on Tuesday 26th May for an intriguing night of software security stories.
As Kadi will demonstrate, simple stuff that has gone so wrong, you'll wonder how these companies, well... got it so wrong!
FULL DETAILS & OFFICIAL BOOKING >>>>>
[https://ti.to/dublin-java-user-group/266-kadi-mckean-frithjof-hoffmann](https://ti.to/dublin-java-user-group/266-kadi-mckean-frithjof-hoffmann)
Stoney Writers Group
The goal of this group is simple: to support and encourage each other to write more (myself included).
I love writing short stories, but too often life gets in the way and I find excuses not to do it. This monthly group gathers together on the last Tuesday of every month in the lovely *Third Space* cafe in Smithfield to share and get feedback on our work.
We’ll each get the chance to share an extract from a piece we’ve written, read it aloud and get feedback (in a nice quiet creative space). Any form of writing is great – whether screenwriting, poetry, flash fiction or something else.
We pride ourselves in promoting a really friendly, safe space to share freely, but if you’d prefer to listen for the first while, that’s cool too.
If you fancy coming along:
* RSVP to an event
* Come along to a session
* Get added to our WhatsApp group once you're there
* Add a copy of your piece to our shared drive (so we can follow along as you read)
* You'll get 4 mins to read your work, and 4 mins of feedback
We have lots of regulars but always love welcoming new people, perspectives and writing, so do feel free to come along and I hope you enjoy it!
I Am Cuba (1964)
Directed by the renown Soviet film maker Mikhail Kalatozov, who’d won the Palme D’Or for *The Cranes Are Flying* in 1958, ***I Am Cuba*** (1964) is a window on to Cuba that looks like an art house film but feels like a documentary.
The result is a fascinating snap shot in time of an island at a pivotal moment in its history.
Go Figure, Life Drawing at Studio 10, Dublin 2
Life Drawing Session, Tuesday evenings 6:30-9:30pm and Saturday afternoons 12-3pm in lovely Dublin City centre studio, with huge south facing bay windows and loads of natural light. Easels, drawing boards, all art materials and tea and coffee included.
All levels of experience and or confidence (or lack of) are welcome!
50e for one session or 250 for six
Small groups to allow for 2m per participant
Bookings are confirmed on payment, and can be done by bank transfer, card over the phone or Revolut.
0863514303 or studio10dublin@gmail.com to reserve your spot!
Seapoint Tues 730pm
Join me for a sea swim Tuesday night at 730pm, you know the drill stay in as long as your comfortable with the water and the temperature, swim or just dip all welcome, see you at the tower at the end of the hill.
Flash Events This Week
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The Last Mile of Data: Bridging the Gap Between Warehouse and Business
**Hosted by Intercom’s Paul Vickers and Patrick Lindstrom**
Join us at the Intercom Dublin office for an evening focused on the "Last Mile" of data engineering—turning solid infrastructure into immediate business value.
Over the last two years, Intercom migrated to Snowflake and rebuilt our data foundations from the ground up, creating a trusted, high-quality layer of core data models. But we realized that great data is only useful if people can actually use it.
In this session, the Intercom Data team will share how we are moving up the value chain—going beyond static dashboards to build intelligent, interactive tools that empower our GTM teams.
**The Agenda:**
**Breaking the SQL Barrier: Scaling Insights with Claude & Snowflake**
Even with perfect data models, the "SQL Wall" often forces business leaders to wait in a queue for answers. We’ll demonstrate how we used Claude Code and Snowflake MCPs to remove this bottleneck, allowing non-technical users to query our Data Warehouse directly and create sharable artifacts of their analysis. See how we combined strict governance with an AI interface to turn "data tickets" into instant, self-serve answers.
**From Insight to Action: Building 'Cockpit' on Snowflake Container Services**
While chat enables exploration, some workflows require action. We will pull back the curtain on Cockpit, a full-stack application built by our Data Science team to help Relationship Managers optimize customer outcomes. Learn how we used AI-assisted coding ("vibe coding") to build the app and Snowpark Container Services to deploy it—proving that Data teams can build powerful software, not just reports.
**From Idea to Real-Time Fraud Detection in Snowflake ML**
In this session we’ll build a real-time fraud detection service end-to-end inside Snowflake. Starting from a natural language idea, we’ll use AI-assisted development to generate synthetic transaction data, explore patterns, and train an ML fraud model with Snowflake ML. We’ll then deploy it to Snowpark Container Services and expose a low-latency REST endpoint for live transaction scoring. You’ll leave with a practical pattern you can reuse for other real-time ML use cases such as credit risk scoring, real-time recommendations, or anomaly detection on operational data in Snowflake.
**Location**
Intercom office (near Stephens Green)
**Event Schedule**
* 6:00 PM: Networking with pizza and drinks
* 6:30 PM: Breaking the SQL Barrier: Scaling Insights with Claude & Snowflake, Intercom
* 7 pm From Insight to Action: Building 'Cockpit' on Snowflake Container Services, Intercom
* 7.30 pm 10 minute break
* 7.40 pm From Idea to Real-Time Fraud Detection in Snowflake ML, Max Zito, Snowflake
* 8.10 pm Chats with drinks
* From 9 pm More chats in a nearby pub
Building Canvas Apps using AI & Bulk Operation in Dataverse
**Building Canvas Apps using AI with the MCP Plugin**
Build Canvas Apps with AI—without premium licenses or code-first tooling. The MCP plugin gives makers an approach. Join me to explore what it can (and can't) do.
**Andrew Taylor** works as Modern Workplace Development Manager with Copilot and Copilot Studio. He is a highly experienced software professional.
**Bulk Operation Messages in Dataverse**
This session explores how to efficiently work with bulk operation messages in Dataverse to process high-volume data scenarios. It focuses on leveraging messages such as bulk create, update, and delete, understanding their execution behaviour in the plugin pipeline, and designing plugins that can handle batched data safely and performantly.
**Khoa Nguyen** is a Microsoft MVP
Ashram Day Retreat
An ashram retreat day is a day to nourish the body, calm the mind and get in touch with your true self. The day comprises of spiritual practices from the Yogic path, a combination of gentle Hatha Yoga and various types of meditation and reflection, under guidance. Everyone is welcome and no experience necessary.
The yogic path offers us practical ways of growing in spiritual awareness in a chaotic world, to open oneself to union with the Divine, with people and with the natural world. A day retreat at Anam Ashram aims to help participants in the practice of the asanas (Hatha Yoga), contemplation in action (karma yoga), bhakti yoga (union through devotion) and jnana yoga (union through knowledge e.g. wisdom teachings from the mystics or scriptures). It is a deeply nourishing experience. Everyone is welcome and no experience is necessary.
For further details please contact Jane at mellettj@gmail.com
Cost? Suggested donation of 50 euros. Light vegetarian lunch included.
Facilitators:
Jane Mellett is a qualified yoga and meditation teacher. She has worked in pastoral ministry for many years and is also a qualified Spiritual Director. Since 2016 Jane has lived at Anam Ashram in Tallaght, Dublin and is interested in the integration of Eastern spiritual practices within Christianity and sharing these practices with others. Members of the Anam Ashram Community will also join in running this retreat.
Team’26 Dublin Recap + Agentic AI, Atlassian & the Future of Work
### Highlights of Team’26 Anaheim + Special Guests
As the excitement from Atlassian Team’26 in Anaheim, USA continues, we’re thrilled to invite you to a special in-person session in Dublin on May 27th, where Atlassian Community Champions and special guests will share the latest announcements, strategic insights, and real-world experiences directly from the event floor. This evening will go beyond product updates. We’ll explore how Agentic AI is already transforming the way engineering organisations operate, collaborate, build, and deliver software — moving from isolated AI chats to entirely new AI-native ways of working.
**Event Details:**
* Date: May 27, 2026
* Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
* Location: 1 O'Connell Street Lower, North City, Dublin, D01 TX31, Ireland
* Venue: TCube
**🔥 Why You Should Attend:**
This session is an opportunity to experience the key takeaways from Team’26 Anaheim without leaving Dublin. Whether you’re a CTO, engineering manager, architect, DevOps lead, Jira administrator, or technology leader exploring the future of AI-enabled organisations, this event will provide practical insights into how companies are adapting their workflows, teams, and delivery models around AI. We’ll discuss not only what Atlassian announced, but also what is already changing inside modern software organisations today.
**Event Highlights:**
* **“Team’26 Anaheim Updates”** – Rajeswari Pandyaram
Key announcements, product direction, and strategic takeaways that will shape how teams work in the coming year.
* **“Rovo Dev”** – European Speaker (Guest Speaker)
Real-world experiences, use cases, and lessons learned from applying Atlassian solutions and AI capabilities at scale across enterprise environments.
* **“Agentic AI, Atlassian & the Future of Engineering Work”** – Frank Lapa
A practical discussion on how the Agentic AI era is transforming software organisations, reshaping engineering workflows, accelerating delivery, and creating new AI-native ways of working using tools such as Atlassian, Rovo Dev, Cursor, Claude, ChatGPT, Figma Make, Cloud, and modern DevOps automation.
**Key Speakers:**
* Rajeswari Pandyaram – Atlassian Community Champion
* VMpotion – Special Guest Speaker
* Frank Lapa – Atlassian Community Champion
**What to Expect:**
* Welcoming Atmosphere: Designed to be inclusive and friendly, the event invites both newcomers and long-time Atlassian users to connect, learn, and share experiences.
* Interactive Discussions: Expect engaging talks and opportunities to exchange insights with other professionals in the Atlassian ecosystem.
* Exclusive Gifts & Treats: Attendees will receive The Atlassian DevOps Toolchain Cookbook and other official Team’25 merchandise while enjoying food, drinks, and surprises.
**Why Your Participation Matters:**
The Atlassian Community thrives on collaboration and shared learning. By attending, you’re not only staying ahead of the latest innovations but also contributing to a stronger local network of experts and practitioners helping shape the future of teamwork.
**Reserve Your Spot:**
This event is free, but spaces are limited! Reserve your ticket today and join us for an evening of innovation, inspiration, and community in Dublin.
We can’t wait to bring the spirit of Team’26 Europe home to Dublin — see you there! 🎉
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu (Luxx 20.10)
Once a lone bounty hunter, Mandalorian Din Djarin and his apprentice Grogu embark on an exciting new Star Wars adventure.
Meet Dunphys pub at 19.00. Watch out for Cinema club sign in pub. Discounted tickets on Thursday evenings. Free parking in IMC car park. Movie 20.10.
Film : Triumph of the Heart (St. Maximilian Kolbe)
Film about St. Maximilian Kolbe: 2025 drama that details the final days of Polish Franciscan friar St. Maximilian Kolbe OFM Conv. who voluntarily dies in place of another prisoner at Auschwitz. It is described as a "spiritual journey" focusing on hope, humanity and love overcoming brutal suffering with prayer. "Hail Holy Queen". Free. 100 seats available
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Feel Good Friday: POWER BALLAD at the Gateway Film Center + SHAKE NO. 8!
Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor.
BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving!”
SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus in 2024, this is the perfect place to kick off our Summer of Ice Cream and grab a sweet treat after the show! Their menu features an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, and more! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php)
PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show!
Should be a fun one, Dan
You Exist Too Much by Zaina Arafat
[Columbus library link to book](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3351321)
Location: The Goat River South
219 S High St, Columbus, OH 43215
Street parking is free on Sundays
[Menu](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/686d3ed16745133042482c5f/t/68ff654dbb03b96875430bde/1761568077220/all_brunch-20250311.pdf)
Book summary:
On a hot day in Bethlehem, a twelve-year-old Palestinian-American girl is yelled at by a group of men outside the Church of the Nativity. She has exposed her legs in a biblical city, an act they deem forbidden, and their judgement will echo on through her adolescence. When our narrator finally admits to her mother that she is queer, her mother's response only intensifies a sense of shame: 'You exist too much,' she tells her daughter. Told in vignettes that flash between the U.S. and the Middle East--from New York to Jordan, Lebanon, and Palestine--Zaina Arafat's debut novel traces her protagonist's progress from blushing teen to sought-after DJ and aspiring writer.
Must See Thursday: I LOVE BOOSTERS at the Drexel + GRAETER'S!
Join us as we get together to see the top-reviewed comedy-drama, I LOVE BOOSTERS! The film comes from writer/director Boots Riley and follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. Here are details, trailers and our plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: The film follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. It is written/directed by Boots Riley (Sorry to Bother You) and stars Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, Taylour Paige, Poppy Liu, Eiza González, LaKeith Stanfield, Will Poulter, Don Cheadle, and Demi Moore.
BUZZ AND ACCLAIM: I Love Boosters was the opening film at this year’s SXSW Festival and premiered to rave reviews! It is currently earning a tremendous 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where critics call it, “an unexpected celebration of friendship, community, and solidarity.” Others call the film “an exercise in radical empathy,” a “masterful” and “optimistic” film designed to “provoke discussion” while making the audience laugh.
TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c)
SUMMER OF ICE CREAM: GRAETER’S! Established way back in 1870 in Cincinnati, this historic, family-owned brand is famous for their delicious small batch ice cream and any chocolate chunk flavors! They are currently the only commercial ice cream maker using the French Pot method that they’ve been using since they first opened! Plus, those chocolate chunks, oh my goodness! Vegan options are available.
PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but Showtime and complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer.
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
Spring In-Person Meet-N-Greet
Get ready to connect, collaborate, and grow your community at the ***Smashing Your Sales Goals (SYSG) Spring Meet-N-Greet!***
*Smash Nation*— a vibrant and welcoming community for creative consultants, social innovators, professional service providers, entrepreneur support professionals, and the small business ecosystem builders —invites you to join in welcoming the Spring 2026 Cohort of dedicated business owners ready to take their venture to the next level.
Join ***SYSG*** cohort members, trainers, sponsors, and partners for an engaging and interactive networking experience. This isn't just another meet-and-greet; it's a dynamic opportunity to gather, strengthen relationships, and actively brainstorm business development opportunities in a relaxed and supportive environment. Come ready to:
* ***Connect*** with key players and potential collaborators in the small business community.
* ***Share*** your successes, challenges, and insights with peers.
* ***Brainstorm*** innovative strategies for sales and business growth.
* ***Discover*** new partnerships and future partners.
Let's amplify our collective impact and smash those sales goals together!
**Who Should Attend:** Spring, Summer, and Fall 2025 Cohort Members, Spring 2026 Cohort members, Trainers, Facilitators, Program Sponsors, Future Sponsors, Velocity Applicants, and Program Partners.
**When**: Tuesday, May 26, 2926
**Where**: Warner Wood Park and Pavilion
[4747 Central College Road, Columbus, OH 43081](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Warner+Woods+Park+%26+Pavilion/@40.0999435,-82.8601323,839m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!3m5!1s0x88385f0025d4381b:0xc15eb51285691f4f!8m2!3d40.1002108!4d-82.8612015!16s%2Fg%2F11wb2pg50g?authuser=0&entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAwNS4yIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)
**Time**: 4pm-6pm
[To Officially Register Go To --> https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/W0CGLL8jvz4EkLNK5jav?notrack=true](https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/W0CGLL8jvz4EkLNK5jav?notrack=true)
Meet ***Smashing Your Sales Goals*** expert trainers, sales coaches, community supporters and partners. Learn more about upcoming SYSG events, trainings coaching opportunities to help take your business from surviving to thriving today!
This event is FREE and OPEN to the PUBLIC!
BeComing Circle Initiates
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Instructor - Crow, HPS
Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange
RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642.
Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online.
Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only
Please come prepared for ritual.
Blessings ~ Crow
ECDI: Pop-Up Market
[ECDI Pop-Up Market Official Registration Site --> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ecdi-pop-up-market-tickets-1986071755083](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ecdi-pop-up-market-tickets-1986071755083)
Celebrate Small Business Month by shopping local for food, drinks, and handcrafted gifts!
Join us for the ECDI Pop‑Up Market, a celebration of local entrepreneurs during Small Business Month. Explore delicious food and drinks, discover handcrafted goods, and shop unique items from small businesses in your community.
Whether you’re looking to support local makers, discover new favorites, or pick up a thoughtful gift, this market has something for everyone.
**What you’ll find at the market:**
* Local food and beverage vendors
* Handcrafted goods and unique gifts
* A chance to meet and support small business owners in your community
* An easy, fun way to discover new local favorites
[SCORE Central Ohio](https://www.score.org/ "https://www.score.org/") will also be on site to talk about their small business mentorship program.
**Market Vendors:**
Baked Goods
* Shante Makes
Body Care
* [Bellas Natural Beauty Products](https://www.facebook.com/Bellasnaturalbeautyprod/ "https://www.facebook.com/Bellasnaturalbeautyprod/")
Clothing & Accessories
* [The Krafted Kollection](https://www.thekraftedkollection.com/ "https://www.thekraftedkollection.com")
* [Loayza Elegant Jewelry](https://www.loayzaelegantjewelry.com/ "https://www.loayzaelegantjewelry.com/")
* [Swahili House 254](https://www.swahilihouse254.com/ "https://www.swahilihouse254.com")
Food/Beverage
* [Aqua Pure Central Ohio](https://aquapurecentralohio.com/ "https://aquapurecentralohio.com")
* [Better Beverage](https://betterbevshop.com/ "https://betterbevshop.com")
* [Cherays Banana Pudding](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567527322952 "https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567527322952")
* [Dr. May's Thai Kitchen](https://www.drmaysthaikitchen.com/menu "https://www.drmaysthaikitchen.com/menu")
* [Kronchy LLC](https://www.kronchys.com/ "https://www.kronchys.com")
* [Terra Mezcal Mexican Grill](https://terra%20mezcal%20mexican%20grill/ "https://Terra Mezcal Mexican Grill")
Packaged Food
* [Grow to Eat, Eat to Live](https://growtoeattolive.com/ "https://growtoeattolive.com/")
* [Underworld Feast](https://underworldfeast.com/ "https://underworldfeast.com/")

Since 2004, ECDI has assisted Ohio’s entrepreneurs through their one-stop-shop business services model, suited to meet the needs of all entrepreneurs, regardless of what business stage they’re in. From providing capital to entrepreneurs looking to expand their businesses, to providing focused, business-specific educational opportunities to enhance entrepreneurial skill sets, ECDI works with their clients to meet their specific needs. Whether you merely have a business idea or are opening up your fifth location, we have helped more than 15,000 entrepreneurs to take advantage of the services we provide.




















