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Backpacking Events Today
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Electronics Night
These are our regular Monday evening electronics nights. Everyone from absolute beginner to experienced is welcome. These evenings are not classes or tutorials, rather a very friendly informal evening.
We have a wide range of people who come. Some are absolute beginners who do not even work or study electronics, but are interested to know more. Others have something that they are already working on. We almost always have some first time visitors and we always give them a tour of the space.
Come in with your Pi, Arduino, or whatever you have. Bring your laptop. Maybe you want to make something, solder, breadboard or use our electronic gear. Maybe you have some vague ideas and just want to get started. Or maybe you’re just curious……if so, it’s fine to come along and just see what others are doing.
If you would like to get even more involved and have the full use of our space, we would be delighted to have you as a full member. Membership brings many benefits.
We are located behind Mr Price and the Bright Lights store on Kylemore Road. We have lots of free parking available.
Drop In Morning Meditation (In person and Online)
These events are suitable for those who already have a regular meditation practice and want to continue to do so in a supportive environment with other meditators. There is no requirement to book in advance, just turn up, or log in.
For online sits, please click the link below a few minutes before each sit.
Join the [morning meditations](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84133106671?pwd=WFZmQUlHcWN6bHAxdmp4UnVOV1VaZz09) each day using Zoom (password if required is *dropinmed* ).
On a [donation basis](https://dublinbuddhistcentre.org/donate). No need to book, just drop in if you know how to meditate.
Maker Night - Work on 3D projects using laser cutter, 3D Printer at TOG
**Do you like to make things? Would you like to use 3D software, lasercutter and 3D printing to help you make your idea?**
TOG has an open evening to learn how CAD software and 3D fabrication tools can help you make your project.
All you need to take part is your own laptop and some ideas on what you want to make.
This is not a taught class, more like an informal working group of self-directed makers.
We will be happy to help you explore how to use our 3D tools in designing and making your project whether you are a crafter, designer, engineer or hobbyist.
Come and have a look at the tools in our space and get some ideas on how your project can be made.
Dublin Dance Co-op
www.dublindancecoop.com for more info!
Every Monday at 7.45 in the F2 Rialto. 12 euros. All Welcome.
Freeform dancing, stretching, rolling around and playing with anything dance related. No experience necessary!
Monday Language Exchange @ River Bar
Join us to **practise and improve your target language with native speakers on Monday in River Bar**(1 Burgh Quay, Dublin 2) from **6.30pm to 8.30pm**.
**Our system:**
**• You sit opposite a native speaker of the language you're learning**
**• You speak 5mins English, 5mins other language, then change table**
This ensures everyone gets an equal opportunity to practise the language they're learning. Our team seats people, controls the time, organises the table changes etc.
What to expect:
• Relaxed easy going atmosphere
• Professional and quality service
• Great networking opportunities
• All levels welcome from absolute beginner to fully fluent
• A big mix of ages with attendees at each event from 18 to 70+ years old
• Topic cards on the tables to help start conversations
Languages:
We usually have **native speakers of English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese** and more depending on who shows up.
**Admission fee €7** (€6 for student card holders). **No pre-registration required, just show up**. Loyalty card system: Come to 5 events and the 6th is free.
Over 150,000 people since 2012 have attended our language exchanges to practise and improve their target language - you can too! Everyone is welcome!
For more news and info check:
Website: [www.languageexchangeireland.com](http://www.languageexchangeireland.com/)
FB: [www.facebook.com/languageexchangeireland](http://www.facebook.com/languageexchangeireland)
Instagram: [www.instagram.com/languageexchangeireland](http://www.instagram.com/languageexchangeireland)
NOTE: The MeetUp attendance does not reflect actual attendance. There are usually around 100 people at each event.
We are also in the River Bar every Thursday at 6.30pm
Backpacking Events This Week
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Social Singles Salsa Dance Party 🎊 - Make New Friends👫 (+ Salsa Class)
Make New Friends💏! This Event is a large Monthly Social Salsa Dance Party 🎉🎊🎇 for Salsa Dancers and for those New Solo people who want to learn Salsa dancing.
This Salsa Dance Party will be held in a large hall. There is Bar facilities, cheaper drinks and toilets are avaliable. Time of Dance Party from about 9.30pm/10pm. till after 1 am. Dress: Neat Dress.
(Salsa Dance class lesson from 8.45pm to 9.30pm.) There may also be free Pizza at the end of the party like in previous parties. There are Salsa Social Dance Classes on Thursday evenings for those who like to learn or improve Salsa dancing.
The entrance fee for the Salsa Party is 10 euros at the Door, which includes the Salsa class lesson. This is very good value. Place of large Hall is in Dublin 8. There is a large Free Car Parking at the back also. Dublin Bus 2 mins walk. There will be many other solo people attending from all around Ireland beside this meetup who already know this venue. In the past Social Salsa Dance Parties, over 270 people attended.
https://youtu.be/DWir_XczIE8?is=YWe0j-H3tECeWaQx
https://youtu.be/iyLdoQGBchQ?feature=shared
So if you are Solo, like Social Dancing, meeting new people and or like a free lesson to start learning Salsa dancing, RSVP and I will send you the Dance Party Address Details on the day of the event. Many people come solo, so do not worry, come solo or bring your friends with you and enjoy the great Latino music and social Salsa dancing.
Waitlist - The Spanglish Camino 2026: +90 h inmersión bilingüe
📅***Date to be confirmed.*** Fecha por confirmar.
📍***From the City to the Camino.*** De la ciudad al Camino.
***After organizing several Walk & Talk events in Barcelona and Tenerife, we’ve decided it’s time to take this concept to the next level.*** Después de organizar varios eventos de Walk & Talk en Barcelona y Tenerife, hemos decidido que es hora de llevar este concepto al siguiente nivel.
***People have absolutely loved the formula.*** A la gente le ha encantado nuestra fórmula:
* ***Meeting new people from all over.*** Conocer gente nueva de todo el mundo.
* ***Hitting those 10k steps a day.*** Cumplir con los 10k pasos diarios.
* ***Practicing Spanish and English with natives from around the world.*** Practicar español e inglés con nativos de todo el mundo.
***And what better place than the Camino de Santiago to turn our 90-minute Saturday strolls into a full 90-hour immersive week?*** ¿Qué mejor sitio que El Camino de Santiago para llevar nuestros paseos de 90 minutos de los sábados a una semana de inmersión total de 90 horas?
❓***How it works***. *Cómo funciona*
***We are looking for a small, balanced group.*** Buscamos un grupo pequeño y equilibrado:
* ***10 Native or fluent English speakers.*** 10 Hablantes nativos o fluidos de inglés.
* ***10 Native or fluent Spanish speakers.*** 10 Hablantes nativos o fluidos de español.
***The goal is a strict 50/50 split so you always have someone to practice with. No "tourist traps," just a week of real connection and language exchange.*** El objetivo es un 50/50 estricto para que siempre tengas a alguien con quien practicar. Sin "trampas para turistas", solo una semana de conexión real e intercambio de idiomas.
**❓*How many days?*** ¿Cuántos días son?
***Plan for 7 days (6 nights). We’ll walk the final 100km to Santiago to get the "Compostela" certificate.*** Cuenta con 7 días (6 noches). Recorreremos los últimos 100 km hasta Santiago para conseguir el certificado de la "Compostela".
❓***What’s the budget?*** ¿Cuál es el presupuesto?
***We’re still finalizing details, but expect a total investment of around €750 - €950.*** Aún estamos cerrando detalles, pero cuenta con una inversión total de unos 750€ - 950€.
***This is an all-in-one package that includes.*** Es un paquete con todo incluido que contiene:
* ***Shared accommodation in hostels.*** Alojamiento en hostales seleccionados (habitaciones compartidas).
* ***Breakfasts and Dinners (lunch/picnic on your own).*** Desayunos y cenas incluidos (el almuerzo/picnic en ruta es por cuenta propia).
* ***Luggage transport between stages.*** Transporte de mochila entre etapas.
* ***Full Immersion Program (+90 hours of live practice).*** Programa de Inmersión Total (+90 horas de práctica real).
* ***Pre-trip Training: Access to our online courses and prep sessions to get to know each other and gain speaking confidence before we even start walking.*** Fase de Preparación Previa: Acceso a nuestros cursos online y sesiones para ir conociéndonos y ganar confianza al hablar incluso antes de empezar a caminar.
❓ ***Do I need to be an athlete?*** ¿Tengo que ser un atleta?
***Not really, but you should be comfortable walking about 20km a day. It’s a challenge, but we’ll go at a steady, conversational pace.*** Realmente no, pero deberías sentirte cómodo caminando unos 20 km al día. Es un reto, pero iremos a un ritmo constante y conversacional.
❓ ***Where is the meeting point?*** ¿Cuál es el lugar de encuentro?
***We will all meet in Sarria (Lugo). Most people fly into Santiago or Madrid and take a train/bus to join the group there.*** Nos reuniremos todos en Sarria (Lugo). La mayoría de la gente vuela a Santiago o Madrid y coge un tren o autobús para unirse al grupo allí.
❓ ***Why join the list?***¿Por qué unirte a la lista?
***Places will be very limited (only 20 spots). If you join the waitlist, you’ll get the itinerary and the early-bird price before we announce it on social media.*** Las plazas serán muy limitadas (solo 20). Si te unes a la lista, recibirás el itinerario y el precio reducido antes de que lo anunciemos en redes sociales.
***Just RSVP "YES" to join the list. We’ll reach out to you as soon as the dates and details are ready.*** Solo dale a "Asistir" para entrar en la lista. Nos pondremos en contacto contigo en cuanto tengamos listas las fechas y los detalles.y los detalles.
***⚠️ IMPORTANT: This is a Waiting List. The date you see is just a placeholder to keep the event active. By clicking "RSVP," you’re simply telling us you’re interested so we can send you the info first.*** IMPORTANTE: Esto es una Lista de Espera. La fecha que ves es solo para mantener el evento activo. Al darle a "Asistir", solo nos confirmas que te interesa para que podamos enviarte la información antes que a nadie.
France SUN Hike Trip ***FULL****
Escape to the breathtaking landscapes of Provence, South of France, for our Hiking, Yoga, and Wellness Retreat from March 6-10, 2026!
Conquer epic trails, unwind with yoga in quirky spots, plunge into invigorating sea dips, paddle board along crystal waters, and savor wine & cheese pairings or kombucha masterclasses.
Enjoy sauna sessions, group dinners bursting with flavor, and evenings of laughter, games, and serenity with massage tools and treats.
All-inclusive bliss – including meals, drinks, activities, and transport.
Forge authentic connections in a charming village setting. Spots are filling fast!
Book now: [https://eatsleeptrailrun.com/mar62026](https://eatsleeptrailrun.com/mar62026)
Women in Sports Hike in the Blackstairs
*Looking for a fun and challenging outdoor activity in the Irish mountains and hills?*
Participants will be taught by a professional mountaineering Ireland course director the basics of map reading skills, how to set the map, navigation tips and how to keep safe while hiking in the Irish mountains in poor visibility during day or night time.
**What gear do I need:**
* Wear comfortable clothing like – leggings, tracksuit bottoms, breathable T-Shirt and
fleece & an extra warm layer.
* Be ready for the rain and pack a rain jacket and rain
trousers.
* A hat and gloves to keep you safe from the wind even in Summer.
* Wear good sturdy walking shoes or hillwalking boots with woolly or synthetic socks.
* Have a backpack with water, sandwiches and snacks, coffee, tea or else.
* Don’t forget to bring first aid kit with plaster and bandages, personal medicine,
inhaler, EpiPen etc.
Please note: 48 hours cancellation notice must be given, otherwise Carlow Sports Partnership cannot guarantee a refund on ticket purchases.
***Some level of fitness is essential.***
Hiking grades: Easy – Moderate
Please note this is a female only event, suitable for women and girls aged 16+.
For more information please contact **aeaccom@gmail.com**
**www.mountainadventures74.com**
**Carlow Active**
3 Days 2 Night Hiking Road Trip Galway Cliff of Moher 2 Carpool Spot Left
[Our events base on 50K people biggest Meetup Group Extremely Shy](https://meetup.com/extremelyshy)
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[https://chat.whatsapp.com/Fzo6C5mURl2LaaeStuhBT9](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Fzo6C5mURl2LaaeStuhBT9)
Galway City is a thriving, bohemian, cultural city on the western coast of Ireland. Along with being a popular seaside destination with beautiful beaches and long winding promenade, it also has a buzzing cosmopolitan city centre.
The Cliffs of Moher are Ireland's iconic coastal cliffs in County Clare, rising dramatically over the Atlantic, stretching 14 km and reaching 214 meters high at their peak, offering stunning views of the Aran Islands and Connemara, abundant birdlife (puffins), and featuring the historic O'Brien's Tower; they're part of a UNESCO Geopark and a top tourist spot with a hillside visitor center and cliffside paths, known for their rugged beauty, geological significance, and role in folklore and film.
**Reserve Carpool or Driver Only 2 Carpool Spot Left**
[https://www.extremelyshy.com/dublin&k54v73](https://www.extremelyshy.com/dublin&k54v73)
**What’s included**
* Gas, Vehicle use, Driver effort.
**Meeting and Pickup**
* Meeting Time: 12:00 PM
* Meeting Point: Mount St Cres, Dublin, Ireland
* Accommodation: Stay in hotel or hostel, people in same vehicle can discuss book themselves.
* Attractions: Galway, Cliffs of Moher and more along the way.
* End Time: 7:00 PM
* End Point: This activity ends back at the meeting point.
**Refund Policy**
* Refund Policy: Not refundable except if the event is canceled, rescheduled. Contact us by the end of the day.
**Liability**
The organizer and any/all assistant organizers and other attendees are in no way responsible and liable for your personal safety and health state, before, during, and at any time after this event.
You acknowledge you are solely responsible for your health, safety, and well-being before, during, and at any time after the event as stated previously.
All attendees shall forever hold harmless the organizers and other attendees and unconditionally waive any liabilities resulting from attending and/or participating in this event.
Lockpicking at Tog
Welcome to lockpicking at Tog.
Join us as we teach the various methods of picking and bypassing common locks in Ireland.
All equipment provided.
Warm clothes reccomended as the heating isnt the best.
30's - 45's Singles Speed Friending Chats 2026🥂 - Make New Friends
Are you Solo!! Would you like to meet and chat with other singles? We are having Social Singles chats. Chat with other singles and Make new 💑 friends🍻😀. Meeting other singles face to face is a fast way to see and get to know other singles without apps. We are meeting for social drinks 🥂 including soft drinks 🍺🍸🍷at Bruxelles Pub.
We will go to another late bar afterwards. So Dress Nice & neat please. Leave your surfing cloths and 🏖 surfboards at home please.😂
[https://youtu.be/wD0Mm6WIcYs?feature=shared](https://youtu.be/wD0Mm6WIcYs?feature=shared)
[https://youtu.be/jzy2dgEUOhY?si=e3mDbky36kyStLsV](https://youtu.be/jzy2dgEUOhY?si=e3mDbky36kyStLsV)
Many new people come solo to socialize and make new friends, so do not worry if you are solo, you are welcome to join us. I will introduce you to others in the group,so you are no longer solo. 😆Welcome to ask me questions about hiking gear and 🐬🐠🐡 scuba diving.
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BrowserStack QA Meetup | Columbus (March 12)
**Hello Columbus!**
**The community is buzzing and growing well.**
**We are thrilled to bring our third BrowserStack QA Meetup on March 12th!**
We are creating a space for deeper insights, meaningful connections, and a vibe you won't want to miss.
**What to expect:**
* **Connect:** Network with Columbus' top engineering and QA minds.
* **Learn:** Real-world tactics and trends you can use immediately.
* **Enjoy:** Food, drinks, and great community spirit.
**Agenda**
* **[Sam Gomez](https://www.linkedin.com/in/samueljgomez/)** is presenting "AI is more than LLMs: Choosing the right AI for your needs."
**RSVP Essential:** Space is limited, and we want to ensure a great experience for everyone. **RSVP now to secure your spot!**
📍 **Venue:** Leading EDJE, 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017
📍 **Free Parking:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017
📅 **Date & Time:** March 12, 6:00 PM
**Stay Connected!**
Want to continue the conversation beyond the meetup?
Join our **BrowserStack Discord Server** to get updates, connect with fellow QA professionals, and be part of an ongoing discussion. **Don’t miss out—click below to join!**
🔗 [\[](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[Join the BrowserStack Discord Server](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[\]](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)
**A Few Notes:**
✅ This is an **in-person event**
✅ **RSVP does not guarantee a seat** – A confirmation email will be sent one day before the event.
**TALK ABSTRACT:**
AI is all the hype these days; however, despite (or maybe because of) the excitement around it, a high percentage of AI projects fail. Projects that are over budget, delayed, or that fail to scale past the POC phase are very common. In many of these scenarios, choosing the right approach can be as critical as the solution itself. Should you build a tailored machine learning model, leverage the power of large language models (LLMs), or integrate with AI copilots? Each option has unique strengths, trade-offs, and resource requirements, and the key to success lies in aligning your choice with your business goals and technical constraints.
In this talk, we will go beyond the basic concepts and definitions to provide a practical guide that allows attendees to navigate these decisions through real-world case studies. We will examine scenarios in which different AI paradigms were chosen, discuss the factors that influenced those decisions, and outline the process for evaluating needs, constraints, and outcomes. From assessing data availability and team expertise to balancing cost and scalability, you'll gain insights into the critical considerations that guide the selection process.
By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear process for determining whether machine learning, LLMs, or copilots are best suited to your AI challenges and understand the resources and strategies needed to bring your chosen solution to life. This talk is ideal for decision-makers, technical leads, and innovators seeking to demystify AI implementation and maximize the impact of their investments.
Level 1 Tuesdays with Salsamante Dance Academy
Salsamante Dance Academy will be at Swerve Every Tuesday Night to share the Rhythm & Energy of Bachata & Salsa.
These are Beginner Level lessons to get you comfortable and understand the two dances. Spread the Good News to all.
Swerve Dance & Fitness Complex
640 Lakeview Plaza Blvd A, Worthington, OH 43085
Bachata 7pm-8pm
Salsa 8pm-9pm
$15 - One Lesson
$20 - Both Lessons

















