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Capture **geometric precision** with **the sharp lines of the Docklands meeting the weathered stone of Georgian history.** Walk, shoot, and connect with photographers & creators as we move from **Grand Canal Dock** into **the historic streets of Trinity and Pearse.** Beginners, enthusiasts, and pros — all are welcome. –––––––––– **EVENT DETAILS** * **Location:** Grand Canal Dock → Liffey Quays → Trinity College Area * **Date:** 25.04.2026 * **Time:** 15:00 – 17:30 * **Meeting Point:** **[Il Valentino Bakery & Café](https://maps.app.goo.gl/PYC5TnarMUaZd4RE6)** – Grand Canal Dock, Gallery Quay, D02 N265 –––––––––– **EVENT FLOW** **15:00 \| Meet & Connect** We’ll gather at **Il Valentino**. Look for the group with cameras. We'll grab Italian coffee and pastries while we introduce ourselves and discuss the route. **15:45 \| Main Walk \(High Contrast / Modernist Geometry\)** We’ll step right out onto the waterfront to capture the bold angles, glass reflections, and deep shadows of the Silicon Docks. **16:45 \| Second Focus \(Urban Textures & Heritage\)** A move toward the historic center, focusing on the interplay between old stone, Dublin brickwork, and the vibrant life of the Liffey quays. **17:30 → Optional drinks nearby.** –––––––––– **IMPORTANT** * This isn’t a class. * It’s not a tour. * It’s a creative meetup. * We’ll walk. We’ll shoot. We’ll connect. –––––––––– **WHAT TO EXPECT** **Bring your:** • Film camera • Digital camera • Smartphone • Curiosity Whether you're a beginner, seasoned photographer, content creator, or just creatively curious — you’re welcome here. Come solo or bring friends. **Spots are limited — reserve your place ASAP.** –––––––––– **STAY CONNECTED** 📍 **Join our [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H9REqb6tyFrKyQdOtR2MLd?mode=gi_t) for live location & updates.** 📸 **Follow [@takeaphotowalkcommunity](https://www.instagram.com/takeaphotowalkcommunity) and tag us in your photos.** –––––––––– **ABOUT TAKE A PHOTO WALK** Founded in Barcelona in July 2024, Take a Photo Walk connects photographers and creators around the world through real-life creative experiences. Now **Dublin** is part of the story. –––––––––– **Capture the rhythm of the city where the glass meets the gray.** See you in **Dublin**. 📸

## **📸 Objective** We’ll explore the open landscapes and hidden corners of Phoenix Park, focusing on atmosphere, natural light, and everyday moments. The goal is simple: shoot with intention, improve your eye, and learn by doing. After the walk, we’ll regroup for a coffee and share photos, ideas, and feedback. ## **📍 Meeting Point** Brambles Cafe (at Heuston Station) 📅 Date: Saturday, 25 April 2026 🕒 Time: 16:00 hrs ### **What to expect** A relaxed photowalk through Phoenix Park (no fixed route) Practical, real-time tips while shooting Opportunities to experiment with composition, light, and timing A casual post-walk session to review shots and exchange ideas ### **This is for you if you want to** ✅ Get comfortable using your camera beyond Auto ✅ Understand shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and exposure in real situations ✅ Improve composition and storytelling in street and outdoor photography ✅ Meet other photographers and build connections ### **Benefits** See Dublin differently by actively looking, not just walking Learn faster by shooting, not just reading or watching tutorials Get feedback and ideas you won’t get shooting alone ### **What to bring** 📷 Any camera (phones are absolutely fine) 💰 Money for coffee/drinks after 👟 Comfortable shoes ☔ Weather-appropriate clothing ### **Weather note** If the weather is poor, we’ll still meet at Brambles Cafe and turn it into a photography discussion session instead of cancelling. ### **Important** 🔔 This is a casual, peer-led meetup. You are responsible for your own safety and equipment. *** ### **GDPR / Consent** By joining, you consent to being photographed by other participants. Always ask permission before photographing identifiable individuals outside the group. Respect refusals. Extra care is required when photographing minors.

**The perfect way to spend a Saturday?** 🌞 Join The Offline Club Dublin as we head North to explore the rugged, breathtaking cliffs of Howth. On **Saturday, April 25th**, we’re trading the digital buzz for the sound of the waves and the fresh salty air of the Irish Sea. ⛰️🌊 **Where we meet:** We’re gathering at the **Howth DART Station** at **11:00 AM**. We’ll hang around until 11:15 to make sure everyone finds us! Maja & Lexie will be there before (visual guide will be sent a day before the walk!) 🥾 The Route: We’ll be taking on the beautiful **Howth and Baily Lighthouse Loop**. This is a 7.6km trail that brings us along the cliff edge with views that’ll make you forget all about your Instagram feed. It’s a moderate-to-low difficulty hike with an elevation gain of 268m—enough to get the heart pumping, but plenty of time to stop and soak in the scenery. Expect about 2–3 hours of pure coastal magic! 📵 The Vibe: No phones allowed, but you can take your "normal" camera! 📷 **📸 Bonus:** We will have a **photographer on-site**! This means you can keep your phone tucked away and still have beautiful photos of the day to look back on later. We’ll share the gallery with everyone afterwards. ✨ What to expect: * **Coastal Views:** Stunning lookouts over the Baily Lighthouse and the cliffs. * **Silent Time: 15-25 minutes of silent time at the stunning viewpoint** * **Genuine Connection:** A chance to meet like-minded people who also want to spend less time on their screens. * **Optional Social:** We’ll finish back in Howth village for an optional coffee or ice cream! 🍦 🕰️ The Schedule: * **11:00 – 11:15 \|** Meet at Howth DART Station. * **11:15 – 14:00 \|** The Loop: Connection with others & nature. * **14:00 \|** Arrival back & soft goodbyes (or optional social). **Dedicated Silent Time at one of the viewpoints!** 🐥 What to bring: * **👟 Comfortable Shoes:** You'll need decent grip for the cliff paths! * **🌦️ Layers & Rain Gear:** It’s Ireland in April—let’s be prepared for the sea breeze! * **💧 Water & Snacks:** Stay hydrated as we hike. * **💛 Yourself:** Just as you are. No "content" needed, just your presence. * **🦮 Pets:** More than welcome! (Just remember the lead and bags 💩). 🎟️ Tickets & Support: This walk is **donation-based**. We believe offline time should be accessible to everyone. If you’d like to support our mission and help us organise more of these events, any contribution is warmly welcomed! 💛 Love the vibe but want something more cosy? Check out our private Reading Parties and hangouts here: [https://www.meetup.com/the-offline-club-dublin/](https://www.meetup.com/the-offline-club-dublin/) We can’t wait to see you there! **Hugs, Maja & Lexie** 🦄🦆

The Imposing complex of Government Buildings on Upper Merrion Street was the last major public building the British constructed in Ireland. It was intended as accommodation for the Royal College of Science. Fortuitously, it was completed by 1922. When Independance dawned, the New Free State Government moved in. Former Taoiseach Charlie Haughy converted and entirely refurbished the building to form state-of-the-art accommodation for a number of departments including the Department of the Taoiseach, the Department of Finance and the Office of the Attorney General. Tours of Government Buildings may be cancelled at short notice if they have visiting dignitaries etc. Tickets may be obtained from the National Gallery at the onsite coffee shop where the guide sets up a small table. Tickets are free but on a first come first served basis. We need to be there for 9.30am to ensure a ticket. Once we have our tickets, the guide will accompany us to Government Buildings.

**COST: 5 euros on Eventbrite: BUY YOUR OWN TICKET ON EVENTBRITE** Come and join us for this fascinating lecture on the design and construction of Rathfarnham castle and tea/coffee and chat afterwards. An illustrated talk by Prof. Tadhg O'Keeffe on the history of the design and construction of Rathfarnham Castle Rathfarnham Castle is a remarkable building. A huge building by pre-Georgian standards, it is the earliest surviving great house in Ireland from the period around 1600 when the arrival of design ideas from Renaissance Europe began to transform the character of elite domestic architecture on the island. In this lecture, the castle is compared with other buildings of the period in Ireland and England, and the brilliance of its design-conception is discussed. **DETAILS:** **15: 10:** Meet inside the main entrance of the castle **15:15**: Take our seats. **15:30: Lecture begins** **16:30:** Lecture Ends We will have tea/ coffee and chat afterwards. **Buy your ticket first on EVENTBRITE and the press attend.**

Newly started IG: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetsocialdublin/ Every event is **5 euros** to the host, you can pay by using Revolut or Cash. This helps me maintains the group as this takes a lot of time and effort. Get ready to reach new heights and forge lasting connections doing Indoor Bouldering Adventure this Sunday **at 14:30!** Whether you're a seasoned climber or brand new to the sport, this event is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself, have fun, and meet fellow enthusiasts in a supportive and social setting. Located at the Bloc Climbing Gym in Ballymount, indoor bouldering social event is suitable for climbers of all levels. No climbing experience? No problem! Our friendly group will provide guidance, tips, and encouragement every step of the way. Whether you're learning or honing your skills, you'll find plenty of support and encouragement from your fellow climbers. After our exhilarating climb, we'll gather for some well-deserved refreshments and socializing, where you can swap climbing stories, share tips, and make new friends with fellow adventure-seekers. So lace up your climbing shoes, chalk up your hands, and get ready for an afternoon of adrenaline-pumping fun and friendship at our Indoor Bouldering Adventure this Sunday! Let's climb, connect, and conquer together. See you there! 🧗‍♀️🤝🧗‍♂️

This will be a fun workshop where you will learn how to elevate an outfit with styling tips from a stylist. You will learn about the benefits of styling to feel your best, to be more confident and how to put together an outfit that you feel good in. I’ll share an intro into what colours work best with different skin tones. You will hopefully come away feeling energised and more emboldened to try new styles.

*PLEASE EMAIL TO BOOK YOUR PLACE* Our next Introductory to Outdoor Rock Climbing session will be Saturday 25th April 2026 so come and join us! Price:€50 Please NOTE €10 deposit required to book place. To book your place PLEASE EMAIL [info@gobeyondadventure.ie](mailto:info@gobeyondadventure.ie) These are always great fun and give people the opportunity to try something new or improve on the skills you have already. Throughout the session you will get to experience a variety of climbs as well as take of an exciting abseil or two! These sessions very much welcome complete beginners. We provide all the equipment you need so all you need is yourself, a smiley face and a sense of Adventure. We will meet in Killiney Hill Car Park, our Black Go Beyond Adventure Van will be parked at the back of the car park. The meeting point is only a 10 minute walk from Dalkey Dart station for those of you coming by train. Price: €50 CANCELLATION Should you not be able to attend and we are given more than 48 Hours notice we will be happy to transfer your deposit onto a future event. Please do not RSVP unless you are certain you will attend. If you have any questions at all please do not hesitate to contact me [info@gobeyondadventure.ie](mailto:info@gobeyondadventure.ie) Hope to see you on the Rock! Cheers Dane • What to bring Comfortable Sportwear recommended. We do provide rock climbing shoes and all other equipment required. • Important to know In the event that the weather is to be very bad we will post an up date in the comments below and if we have to cancel all deposits will be refunded or held for the rescheduled event.

***Mountain Skills for Only €120 / course*** Ever wanted to learn the skills you need to become a competent navigator in the Irish mountains, the UK, the Alps or beyond! As a fully qualified mountain guide and course provider for Mountaineering Ireland and the UK, I run Mountain Skills which is a nationally accredited course and is delivered in an upland environment. Hiking in Ireland can be challenging not only because of its wilderness, but the island has very little sign posted hiking trails in the mountains or hills. In addition to this, as being an island in the Atlantic we experience the forces of nature; storms and weather events. In other words, Ireland is probably the best place in Europe to learn a new outdoor skill like Mountain Skills. The aim of this course is to help you learn the skills you need to get out hiking in the hills and mountains independently, safely and responsibly. You will learn how to navigate with confidence by any type of weather conditions. A Mountain Skills course is run over 2 days in an upland environment and covers: Map reading, map description, map scale, contour lines, land and ground features, navigation legs, simple navigation techniques, setting the map, the 5 D, estimation of direction & destination, grid reference, mountain hazards, hypothermia, mountain environment, timing, pacing, route planning, route card, emergency procedures, personal equipment, safe movement skills, river crossing and much more… Some level of fitness is essential in taking part in this course. Each course (MS1 / MS2) is a 20 hour syllabus which includes indoor and outdoor sessions and night navigation (MS2) **A course includes:** Maps and compass provided, tea breaks, course notes, 3 route cards, a free hiking day practice as part of a weekend. **For Only €100 for under 18 and students and €120 for adults.** Accommodations can be provided Her are few additionnal dates: Jan 24-25 MS2 Glenmalure, Co.Wicklow Feb 11-12 MS1 Comeragh, Co.Waterford March 21-22 Glenmalure, Co. Wicklow March 28-29 Glenmalure, Co.Wicklow April MS1 18-19 Glenmalure, Co,Wickow For more information contact us at: [aeaccom@gmail.com](mailto:aeaccom@gmail.com) / +35387 9691193 Or go to: [www.mountainadventures74.com](http://www.mountainadventures74.com)

On Sunday 26th April, we'll be doing a walk from Sutton to Howth. **Meeting Location** Outside Sutton Station at 12:16. The suggested train to catch leaves Dublin Connolly at 11:57 that gets into Sutton at 12:16. It actually starts in Greystones at 10:58 and stops at all stations en route so feel free to get on at the most convenient station for you. **Route Description** This walk is from Sutton to Howth via a less well-trodden route and then in Howth we will visiting a few places that are off the beaten track. At one point we will be walking across a beach so your footwear may get a bit sandy.The total length of the walk is around 9km. The first part of the walk is fairly flat but the second part will involve climbing a small hill. If people are interested we could stop at a café or pub during or after walk. Or feel free to bring snacks as we could have a short break at some point. Or if people wish, we could go for Howth's famous fish and chips at the end of the walk. 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. **\*\*\* Important, please click on Attend if you wish to join this event. If you can no longer make it then please change your RSVP or send a message. Don't be a no-show - the organisers reserve the right to remove people from the group who have multiple no-shows. \*\*\*** \*\*\* 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 \*\*\* **Host** Tim (085 718 5658) On the day of the event, if you need to contact the organiser then please send a WhatsApp message is the best way. Before the day you can 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 a fairly easy walk, but having a reasonable level of fitness is recommended. 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. 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 register to join our meet up walks you agree that you wish to take part in the activities despite these risks. Please wear boots, shoes or runners that you find comfortable, provide suitable support and have good grip as some of the paths may be uneven or steep. It is also recommended to bring water to avoid dehydration. Bring warm clothes and a waterproof jacket or umbrella in case of inclement weather. The Wild Travellers' Adventures Meetup Group supports the Leave No Trace Campaign

Join us for a swim on Sunday morning. Always guaranteed to leave you feeling better! We're not lifeguards so take care to know your limits in cold water. We'll go to a cafe then to warm up and have the chats.

Hi All, this is a on lead walk with dogs of all ages and experience welcome. Many who attend are recently rescued and learning. Walk the lovely grounds and see the flowers and wildlife followed by coffee. There is a Fb page Sighthound Adventures Ireland and #dublinhoundwalks on Instagram. All Welcome.

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Join WQC on April 25th from 11am-1pm at Inniswood Metro Park for a Nature Photo Walk. All types of cameras welcome! Let's enjoy spring to the fullest... 🌻🌼🌷🐤

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"The SOB is a ballet dancer. He’s the best ballet dancer that ever lived, and if I get a good chance I’ll kill him with my bare hands." - W.C. Fields In *City Lights*, Chaplin's Little Tramp meets a blind girl selling flowers who mistakes him for a wealthy man. When he learns that an operation may restore her sight, he sets off to earn the money she needs to have the surgery. He also befriends an alcoholic millionaire who only recognizes him when he is drunk. When the blind girl and her grandmother fall behind in the rent and face eviction, he tries working and even enters a boxing competition to raise the money they need. Regarded as Chaplin's masterpiece, *City Lights* has been ranked on more than seventeen "100 greatest movies of all time" lists. Orson Welles cited it as his favorite picture. *City Lights* is available for streaming on Amazon Prime, Hulu, HBOMax, Tubi and PlutoTV. The Columbus Library lists three copies on blu-ray and eight copies on DVD. Watch the movie on your own, then join us upstairs at East Market to discuss the film. If you want more, *Unknown Chaplin* is a three-episode lost-footage documentary available on Youtube. It covers his time on *City Lights* beginning at the twenty-six minute mark of episode two: https://youtu.be/f8960Uc15hI?t=1558