Historic Preservation

Come join me for an introduction to the history and work of the National Library of Ireland as well as information on the library services available to the public. Concluding with an introduction to the Life and Works of WB Yeats exhibition, we are welcome to finish our visit with an audio highlights tour to further explore the poetry of WB Yeats. Please note: The Reading Room is not included as part of the tour. We will meet at 10.45am inside at reception. Please do not stay on the Going or Waiting List if you have other plans made. I look forward to seeing you there.

Hello! This is a free event but you need to book a ticket. We meet in the foyer on the ground floor around 540pm. We'll take our seats at 550pm or whenever everyone arrives, whichever happens first. Thanks! Alan https://www.riam.ie/whats-on/riam-young-artists-in-concert Students on the Young Artist Programme are high-potential musicians who are nurtured through additional performance opportunities, high-performance coaching, and lessons with expert faculty in a shared commitment to living in music. The Young Artist concert series affords audiences a wonderful opportunity to delve into the storehouse of talent that lodges in the Royal Irish Academy of Music.

Create, Cut & Craft Your Own Mandala Mandala Edition Hosted by Imagine Crafts Makerspace Join us for a 1.5-hour hands-on creative workshop where art meets technology. In this session, you’ll: Choose your own layered mandala design Learn the basics of laser-cutting technology Cut your mandala using our laser machine Assemble, paint, and personalize your piece Take your finished mandala home with you ✨ No prior experience needed — just curiosity and a desire to create. About Imagine Crafts Makerspace Imagine Crafts Makerspace is a creative workshop equipped with laser-cutting technology and hands-on tools. We support individuals and small teams in turning ideas into reality — whether for a business, a personal project, or pure curiosity. We believe in: Accessible making Learning by doing Creativity with purpose Sustainable production Community & collaboration

You'll meet your local guide at the meeting point a little before 11AM and show your booking. Then we'll commence a fascinating walking tour through the streets, sights, and sounds of Dublin old and new. You'll get an unrivalled insight to the history and culture that has shaped the capital you see today - warts and all, discover the lesser-known, intriguing oddities of our city, and get unique insider tips for the rest of your stay. Sites and topics covered include: Dublin Castle, Christchurch, Viking & Medieval Dublin, Temple Bar, fables, folklore and mythology, Trinity College, Stephen's Green, risings and rebellions, writers & rogues and so, so much more... please remember, places are limited and you must book your spot via: https://www.generationtours.com/dublin See you soon!

Join us for a fun in-person session where you'll get hands-on experience making your very own resin keychain! Since it's a special Valentine's ❤️event, you can print a 📸 in class and personalize your keychain even more with a photo of both of you. Don’t miss out on this chill, crafty hangout! 💰Advance payment to confirm attendance 40€ Revolut : revolut.me/rocioa6yv o @rocioa6yv

🛼 Roller Skating Disco Night – Friday 🎶 📍 The Rink Roller Disco (D12) ⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Hey everyone! Join us for an awesome roller skating session with great music, fun vibes, and good company! Whether you’re a complete beginner or already confident on skates, this session is for everyone 🤩 ✅ What’s included: 🛼 Roller skates included (no need to bring your own) 🎧 Disco music to keep the energy high 🎟️ Entrance: €12.50 for the full experience ☕ Social time: You can also grab a coffee, sit at the tables, and chat during or after skating — perfect for relaxing and socialising even if you want to take a break from skating 😊 🎟️ How to book: 👉 Book your ticket here: https://ecom.roller.app/therinkatd12/bookings/en/product/837059?date=2026-02-13 Select Friday at 6:00 PM After payment, you’ll receive: ✍️ A waiver to sign 📧 An email with a QR code ticket At the entrance, staff will scan your QR code and give you your roller skates. 👯‍♂️ Feel free to invite friends — the more, the merrier! Let’s roll, dance, and have a great time together 😎🛼 See you there! 🌟

🔐 **Hack and Chill – Weekly Meetup** 🔐 📍 **Tog Hackerspace** \| 🕖 **Fridays, 7–9 PM** *(Except the first Friday of the month – we’re at 2600 Dublin then!)* Are you into cybersecurity, hardware hacking, or just love the hacker mindset? Bring your laptop, your curiosity, and your latest digital mischief to our chill Friday night sessions. No talks, no pressure — just hacking, learning, and chatting with like-minded folks in a relaxed space. 💻 BYO projects, hacks, and war stories ☕ Tea, tools, and toggers provided 💬 New faces always welcome Come hang out. We don’t bite — unless you’re a vulnerable service. https://www.tog.ie/2025/08/new-weekly-group-night-hack-and-chill/

Join us as we visit some of the most beautiful and interesting places in Dublin City and uncover some of its Queer History! [Tickets Here](https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/the-secret-history-of-queer-dublin-walking-tour-tickets-1980990935214?aff=oddtdtcreator) **USE CODE 'meetup25' FOR 25% OFF** There's already 10 people attending The Secret History of Gay Dublin Tour is all about seeing the city in a new light. Some of the most central figures in Dublin's political and cultural history were gay: some were heroes, others were villains. This tour is about their stories and the story of a rebellious and scandalous city. This tour is inclusive and for everyone. Same sex desire has always been a part of our history and for many years its been deliberately ignored. This tour aims to show you some of the most beautiful and interesting places in the city and uncover their secret queer history. Gay people, as artists, activists, politicians and revolutionaries have played crucial roles in shaping Ireland’s history for better and worse. The tour starts at the Oscar Wilde statue at Merrion Square and ends at Dublin Castle. Your guide will take you through various chapters of the gay movement in Dublin discussing the fight for equal rights and equality. The Secret History of Gay Dublin is open to everyone and everyone is encouraged to come along! **Meet up**: Oscar Wilde Memorial **Drop off**: Temple Bar **Duration**: 90-120 mins **TOPICS** Homosexuality in Ancient Celtic Cultures The Rise and Fall of Oscar Wilde Phil Moore & Parents Enquiry LGBTQ+ Law and Politics Dublin’s First Pride Parade Queer history hidden in plain view Gay Bars of Dublin Past Dublin Castle’s Queer Cabal Gay Christmas at the Olympia Kathleen Lynn The Hirschfeld Centre Judith Storm & the National Transvestite Line

Social Entrepreneurship Meetup 🌳 As the afternoon light settles over the city and the garden of the Museum of Literature Ireland comes alive with its quiet charm, we gather at MoLI Café for the meetup — to dream, to connect, and to create together. We welcome those who are interested in making a positive difference — through projects, creativity, entrepreneurship, purpose-driven work, art, education, or technology. Whether you have an organization, a plan, or just a quiet impulse to make things better — you're welcome. The only thing that matters is the desire to make positive change — and to find others who feel the same. To find your tribe. \-\-\- 🌀 The format This is a casual, open meetup — no agenda, no speakers, no pressure. You can talk about projects, ideas, visions — or simply enjoy being around people who dream and feel like you do. \-\-\- ✨ What starts as a coffee can grow into something greater.

Join us for a relaxing stroll as we explore one of my favourite parks and enhance our photography skills. We'll meet at the front of **Malahide DART station**, setting of at **11:30 AM**. We'll enter the gardens by the Bridgefield Car Park and navigate around the boundary wall Following this path should offer plenty of opportunities to photograph the scenery, plant life, and perhaps even the occasional squirrel. I've spotted a few recently, although our bushy-tailed friends might not be particularly active this early in the year. Near the end of our walk, we'll head to the castle at the heart of the park, giving us the opportunity to capture some striking shots of its architecture. We'll finish at the Avoca food market, where those of us who would like can grab refreshments or a snack, and rest up from our walk in the cafe while having a friendly chat.

Join us for an afternoon of rhythm and culture! 🎻🌟 You are officially invited to a **Galician Dance Workshop** on **Sunday, 15th February** at **The Cobblestone**. From **4 PM to 6 PM**, we are thrilled to host instructor **Samuel Blanco**, who will lead us through a celebration of traditional music and dance from **Galicia (Spain)**. 🇪🇸💃 Bring a **snack to share** during the break 😋 and get ready to learn some new steps! **Entry is free**, but **donations [suggested €5]** are welcome to support the group and help us continue bringing international instructors to Dublin. ✨

This coming Saturday (14th Feb) we will have another walk - in five North Dublin Parks. From the meeting point, we will walk to the nearby King Inns Park, then Broadstone Park, Blessington Street Basin, Glasnevin Cemetery and ending up in the spectacular National Botanic Gardens. After the walk we will walk to a bus stop so that people can take a bus home. **Meeting Location:** Smithfield LUAS Stop - by the front of the Doughnuts & Coffee stall on the Tallaght/Saggart Heuston Station Side. If the weather is good, we may stop for a short picnic along the way, so you may wish to bring food and drink. Or we could also stop for refreshments in either the Botanic Gardens cafe or in the historic Gravediggers' pub by the entrance to Glasnevin. At the time of writing the weather is looking to be OK. Feel free to come on the walk even if you haven't been to a meet up before. This is a great way to meet new people and see new places. \*\*\* If you wish to wander off during a break then it's probably OK but please agree with the organisers a time you'll return so we're not waiting for you \*\*\* We hope to see you there! [Host(s)] Tim (085 718 5658) Feel free to send a message via Whatsapp or leave a message below. FAQs 1. Is there a charge for this event? No, this is a free event. Sometimes we have events that involve a visit to a museum or garden with an entrance fee - but this will be clearly marked in the details 2. Is it OK for people on a short visit to Ireland to join this walk? Yes both visitors and residents alike are welcome to join our walks. 3. How easy/difficult is this walk? Most walking groups would classify this as an easy walk, but having a reasonable level of fitness is recommended. The total distance is around 6km. 4. Why are there only a limited number of places for this event? To ensure the best possible experience for the people attending it is necessary to limit the numbers, especially as the chosen route may not be straightforward and along narrow paths. 5. Why is it necessary to book on this event if you wish to attend? This is because there are only a limited number of spaces (see point above) and to ensure the fairest allocation of spaces, we kindly request everyone to book a place. It's OK to change your mind about coming but please change your RSVP as soon as you have for someone else to take the place if they wish to and so we're not waiting for you unnecessarily. **\*\*\* RSVP Essential \*\*\*** PLEASE NOTE: Walking like many outdoor activities carries an element of risk. People who take part in our meet up activities do so at their own risk and are responsible for their own actions and involvement. If you join our walks you agree that you wish to take part in the activities despite these risks. Please wear shoes or runners that you find comfortable. It is also recommended to bring water to avoid dehydration. Bring warm clothes and a waterproof jacket or umbrella in case of inclement weather. If you have walking poles you may wish to bring them too as some paths are a bit steep. The Wild Travellers' Adventures Meetup Group supports the Leave No Trace Campaign

Please arrive early (no later than 7:30) to stretch out and warm up. Wear a black jersey and bring a pair of shin guards.

Members of the public are invited to view the wonders of the universe through the telescopes of NOVAC volunteers at the Smithsonian's Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA. You do not need to be a member of the club or own any astronomical equipment to attend. Telescopes will be provided by the Smithsonian and pre-approved members of the NOVAC. No other personal telescopes are permitted at the event. The event will take place on the bus parking lot of the museum. **Please park your vehicle at the south end of the main visitors lot and follow signs and red lights to the observing site. As a reminder, parking during the event is free.** Have a cosmic question? One of NOVAC's astronomers or museum staff will be happy to help you. As the sky gets dark, be prepared to enjoy the wonders of the night sky! Don't forget to dress warmly. Please check the weather forecast. For lighting, cover a flashlight in red cellophane (the darker the better). Bring along water to keep hydrated. Note: This outdoor event is weather-dependent and may be cancelled because of significant cloud cover or precipitation.

The **Reston-Herndon Toastmasters club** is the place to be if you want to improve your public speaking, communication, listening, and leadership skills in a friendly, supportive environment. By joining Toastmasters, you'll learn to relax, plan, and present great speeches, whether you have ten days to prepare or just 10 seconds. Our club meetings are held every **2nd and 4th Wednesday from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM** at Herndon Fortnightly Library located at 768 Center St, Herndon, VA 20170. The library will be closed, so please contact us for directions. Guests are always welcome at our club meetings! If you are interested in joining the club or would like to attend as a visitor, please fill out the form at [https://3550.toastmastersclubs.org/?contactus](https://3550.toastmastersclubs.org/?contactus). We will reply with directions.

Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy registration at [Birding Banshee - Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy](https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-banshee-february/) Whether you’re a beginning birder or an expert, you’ll be thrilled by the many bird species you’ll find at **[Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve](http://www.loudounwildlife.org/Great_Places_Banshee_Reeks.htm)** south of Leesburg. Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and Friends of Banshee Reeks for the monthly bird walk at this birding hot spot. Bring binoculars if you have them. ***Registration required.*** \*\*\*Questions: \*\*\**Contact Joe Coleman at [jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org](mailto:jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org).*