Motorcycle Riding

About us: The Tibetan Dharma and Meditation Group is part of a Buddhist organisation based in Taiwan, which is centred on one of the greatest living Rinpoches (teachers) in the world at the moment. It aims to introduce people living in Ireland to Buddhist teachings and practices that have been passed to Rinpoche through his masters and their masters going back many, many generations in order to benefit and bring peace to all sentient beings. Location: We hold our meetings in the small hall at Sandyford Community Centre, Lambs Cross, Sandyford, Dublin 18.

Hello TEDheads! What's the story? Said often in Ireland, but what *IS* the story? The story you live by, the story that provides a path in your journey, the story that shapes you? Some stories shrink people into categories. Others open us up to curiosity, empathy, and wonder. We are influenced by stories than we realize. The talks below invite us to explore both the danger and power of stories — how they shape identity, culture, imagination, and the way we relate to others. This month’s TED Talks Conversation will be a space for thoughtful discussion, fresh perspectives, and meaningful conversation around the stories we inherit, believe, and pass on. Let's leave the night telling a different story. ***Please watch the following TED talk and read the article on your own device before the event.*** *** # ★ **Talk #1:** [Why a good book is a secret door](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPrS7-kx9Y0) \| Mac Barnett Childhood is surreal. Why shouldn't children's books be? In this whimsical talk, award-winning author Mac Barnett speaks about writing that escapes the page, art as a doorway to wonder — and what real kids say to a fictional whale. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPrS7-kx9Y0 # ★ **Resource # 2:** [The Danger of a Single Story| Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9Ihs241zeg) Our lives, our cultures, are composed of many overlapping stories. Novelist Chimamanda Adichie tells the story of how she found her authentic cultural voice -- and warns that if we hear only a single story about another person or country, we risk a critical misunderstanding. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9Ihs241zeg **Please note the following:** We want to provide a space for those who are curious about life, enjoy TED Talks, and want to share their findings with others. Please join us as we consider this topic, **Wednesday, June 3 at 7:15pm.** Newcomers are most welcome! Hoping to see you there. (Please sign up only if you really intend to attend). NOTE: We ask for a **4 Euro contribution** on the night to cover costs. Thank you.

***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)

Next spin is on Saturday 6th June, from Shanganagh Park in Shankill, to Greystones, via Bray, on to Kilcoole, Newtownmountkennedy and back via Kilmacanogue, it will be around 30k. The meeting point is at the Pedestrian entrance to Shanganagh Park, beside Shanganagh Castle, will leave at 9.45 sharply so arrive by 9.40. Coffee after at Bart's Coffee Shop (Brady's ) where we can sit outside and mind the bikes. For any more details please contact me at Shankillcycles@gmail.com Looking forward to seeing you on the 6th June. Jennifer

Make New Friends💏! This Event is a large Monthly Social Salsa Dance Party 🎉🎊🎇 & Dance Show for Salsa Dancers and for 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 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 15 euros cash at the Door, which includes the Salsa class lesson and Dance Show. 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. Please Note: Salsa Dancing involves people touching each other during dancing and classes. 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.

I saw somebody else do this, and thought it was a great idea A photo walk for those who want to take photographs and for those who want to get their photos taken We will grab some pics at some of Dublins spots. Great if you’re a photographer looking to get some practice in portrait photography or if you’d like to go home with some great pics of u. All photographs provided will be free. Towards the end we can all go to a pub/cafe and review the photos (optional). I have a few spots in mind and would be very happy to get more suggestions

**Kick off your summer with a blast from the past! Join us at Noosh Cafe Bar on Friday, June 5th for a Totally Tubular 80s Singles Party.** *Experience the decade’s greatest hits like never before with our live Video DJ spinning iconic music videos all night long. We’ll get the party started with a complimentary welcome drink on arrival, plus exclusive drink specials to keep the retro vibes flowing. Whether you’re looking for your "Material Girl" or just want to dance like it's 1984, grab your neon and head to Noosh Cafe Bar on Friday June 5th for the ultimate summer mixer!* 📼📺🕹🕺👾🍹🤩🥳💾🌈🕶⚡️ Whether you're looking for a new connection or just want to enjoy a night out, this event is perfect for you. Don't miss out on this opportunity to meet new people and maybe even find that special someone. [Check out the YouTube video of our Video DJ at Noosh for our NYE party.](https://youtube.com/shorts/U3OIwmOIH1o?is=NSVREhpOg1Ip_8uW) **📅 Date & Time:** Friday 5th June at 7 PM ⏰ **Time:** 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM **📍 Location:** Noosh Cafe Bar, Beacon, Sandyford 🎟 **Tickets:** [Eventbrite](www.eventbrite.ie/e/80s-singles-summer-party-tickets-1989082380946?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*1qro5wf*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTU0OTA0MzcxOS4xNzc5MDk5MzE2*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3NzkwOTkzMTUkbzEkZzAkdDE3NzkwOTkzMTUkajYwJGwwJGgw&keep_tld=true) (€2.07 booking fee) 🎟 **Tickets:** [Powertik](ie.powertik.com/events/80-s-singles-summer-party) (NO booking fee) 🎧 **Music:** Live Video DJ playing all the classic 80's hits. 🏙 Venue exclusively hired. 🍻 Welcome drink included. 👕 Cloak room. 🚋 Easy access (Stillorgan luas a short walk, taxis, underground and on-street parking). *Welcome drink: any pint of beer or glass of white or red wine or any non-alcoholic drink.* *Food: Burger and chips or 8x wings and chips or falafel and chips or a donor box.* #SinglesParty #NooshCafeBar #Sandyford #DublinNightlife #SingleLife #80spartydublin #80ssinglesparty #BeaconSandyford

Meeting at Ticknock car park (at the mountain bike shop. biking.ie in Google maps) Meeting at 9:40am, outside the bike shop cafe (at entrance of car park), hike will commence immediately thereafter, this hike will cover forest tracks, small section of road and some boggy terrain. Distance: 22km You may bring lunch, snacks and drinks of your choice. Coffee afterwards in the cafe in car park for those who wish and have the time.

**Weather permitting**, we’ll take a casual ride from Pickerington Ponds (Glacier Knoll) to Three Creeks and back. Distance is **18–25 miles**, depending on where we turn around and whether we add a side loop. Pace is around **12 mph**, but this is a fun, no‑drop ride — we can slow down as needed. Here’s the **map** showing Glacier Knoll (bike), Confluence Park (flag), and BrewDog: [https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit..](https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit..). Text or call Scott at **614‑975‑4458** if you’re coming. Columbus ski club membership not required for this event. CSC assumes no responsibility for the event or any injuries as this is organized by a third party.

*Note: this is a demonstration event only, you **will not** shoot you own images. However, if you bring your camera we can test it for compatibility with the studio lights.* Bondage elements can add an extra layer of emotion and artistry to your images. Sample images on the internet are however dominated by BDSM style shots that are often sexualized and emphasize the model being in distress. In this demonstration Rachel and I show ways to use bondage elements in an artistic way. We explore the types of accessories that work best in artistic images and the best way to photograph them. Our model is Rachel Adams, an internationally known fetish model with many years of experience in this genre.