Social Innovation

🔐 **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/

This event is beginner Friendly. More experienced players are still free to come along. I will explain the rules before the first game at 7:15 so please arrive on time if you're new. The rules may be different than other versions of mafia that you played. There is limited capacity so we can't accept every RSVP request. If we aren't able to accept your RSVP event please come to a future.

All welcome! - See you in the Black Sheep, 61 Capel Street, Dublin for an evening of craic and chat. Caoimhghin (keeveen) 0878309001

We offers Argentinian Tango classes for beginers and intermediate/ adv students every Friday from 7 pm to 8 pm and after it we are gonna run the Social which called is Milonga. Everyone can join us in whatever time that you wish. Everybody is welcome and level and ages as well. Please we recommend using comfortable clothes and dancing shoes in case that you have it. Hopefully we are looking forward to seeing soon Diana & Raul

**✨ What Is the International Meetup?** Meet people from all over the world in a friendly, relaxed and social environment. Whether you’re new to Dublin or a long-time resident, this is the perfect Friday plan to talk, laugh and connect with others. **🌍 How It Works** When you arrive, you’ll get a small paper with a table number. Groups are made of 3–5 people to ensure natural, easy conversations. Every 30 minutes, groups rotate so you meet plenty of new people throughout the evening. No pressure, no awkward silences — just good vibes and international energy. **🍀 Who Is This Event For?** Everyone is welcome! Newcomers, expats, locals, shy people, outgoing people… absolutely anyone. It’s also ideal if you want to practise English in a comfortable and social setting, especially if you can’t join the mid-week Language Exchange. **💬 A Friendly & Safe Atmosphere** Our community is known for being inclusive, open and respectful. Come alone or with friends — you’ll feel comfortable from the moment you walk in. **💸 Pay-as-you-go (Cash / Card)** • €6 General Admission • €5 Students • €4 per person when you bring friends **⭐ Loyalty Card (Automatically Activated)** Attend **4 Language Exchanges or International Meetups**, and your **5th event is FREE**. **💳 [Membership Options (Save € & unlock perks)](https://buymeacoffee.com/newindublin)** **🟡 Regular Membership (€12/mo)** ✔ Free: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup ✔ –50%: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge ✔ Extra perks **🔵 Theme Membership (€15/mo)** ✔ Free: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge ✔ –50%: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup ✔ Extra Perks **🟣 Complete Membership (€20/mo)** ✔ Free access to ALL events ✔ Extra Perks **📱 Stay Connected** 🔗 **[Linktree](https://linktr.ee/newindublin)**[ ](https://linktr.ee/newindublin)– full weekly calendar 💬 **[WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)**[ ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)– reminders & updates 📘 **[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/newindublinmeetup)**[ ](https://www.facebook.com/newindublinmeetup)– photos & highlights 📸 **[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/)**[ ](https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/)– stories & behind-the-scenes 🌐 **[Website](https://newindublin.net/)**[ ](https://newindublin.net/)– all information about our events **🎉 Join Us** Expect good vibes, friendly people and plenty of great conversations. RSVP now and start your Friday evening the best way possible!

**Come dance with us in Dublin!** Whether you’re brand new or have been dancing for years, our Salsa & Bachata social is all about good music, great vibes, and moving together. We’ll kick off with fun, easy-to-follow classes, then keep the energy going with social dancing all night. It’s the perfect way to meet people, practice your steps, and enjoy the rhythm of Latin music. See you on the dance floor! 💃🕺 ⏰ Schedule: 19\.30 \| Bachata Class \| 3 Levels 20\.30 \| Salsa Class \| 3 Levels 21\.30 to 1\.00 \| Party Beginners' course starts monthly. **Complete Beginners Promotion:** 1 Class €13 \| 2 Classes €22 **Other Levels:** 1 Class €15 \| 2 classes €25 **Only Party €10** FREE Party with any class 🎶 DJ Ilario with the best music selection. 🎟Ticket paid at the door (Cash or Revolut) 🚗 FREE parking 📍Address: Leinster Cricket Club – Observatory Ln, Rathmines, Dublin 6, D06 WF96 See you on the dance floor!

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.

**BEGINNER DAYS EVERY SATURDAY!** **🌟 Welcome to Social Sports Dublin - One of the Most Active Meet-Ups in Dublin! 🌟** 🍻 Often we have after training drinks in the local pub The Stoneboat - All Welcome! 🍻 **Join us this Saturday** **Get Active and Meet People:** Whether you're looking to exercise or just hang out, our Ultimate Frisbee club, Sundrive Social Ultimate, offers both relaxed and competitive games in a friendly environment open to everyone - regardless of gender, age or skill level. **Quick Start:** Haven’t played Ultimate Frisbee before? No worries! Learning the basics is quick and easy with our beginner-friendly coaching. You’ll be part of the action in no time, surrounded by both newcomers and experienced players. **Note:** In order to make the most of the session and allow for the smooth running of our beginner inductions, please try to arrive within the first 30 mins of your first session as you will not be able to join after this time. **Always a game happening:** We’re a diverse and international crowd always eager to greet new players. If the signup numbers on Meetup look low, don’t worry - our active WhatsApp community means we’re never short on players and ***we ALWAYS have enough for a game!*** **All Weather Play:** We play whether it’s raining or sunny. Get your raincoat ready! **📍 Meet-Up Details:** **Cost:** €5 per session or €50 for the season. Your first session? It’s on us! **When:** Saturdays, 2-4 PM (BEGINNER SESSION) **Where:** Eamonn Ceannt Park, Crumlin, Dublin 12 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/EVV7DvLyjyJenYBN7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/EVV7DvLyjyJenYBN7) **What to Bring:** A water bottle, sporty attire, appropriate shoes for grass (ideally football boots), and your best smile! **📝 Note:** Occasionally, our RSVPs glitch. If you can’t sign up, just shoot a message to me or DM us on Instagram [@socialsportsdublin](https://www.instagram.com/socialsportsdublin). Got questions or want to chat before joining? Feel free to reach out anytime. **📱 FOLLOW US ON IG TO SEE WHAT WE’RE UP TO 👀: [@socialsportsdublin ](https://www.instagram.com/socialsportsdublin)[@sundrivesocial](https://www.instagram.com/sundrivesocial)** **Darren (Club President)**

At TOG, we love hacking, tinkering, and making things… but we’re also very good at accumulating half-finished projects. You know the ones: the “nearly working” circuit, the “just needs a weekend” code refactor, the 3D print that needs sanding, the costume that needs one final stitch, the repair you definitely meant to do months ago. So we’re doing something about it. We’re hosting a Finish-a-thon, a one-day, community-powered mini hackathon dedicated to making real progress on the projects that have been sitting in a box, on a shelf, or in a Git branch called `final_final_v3`. Whether it’s coding, crafting, designing, writing, fixing, soldering, sewing, or sorting, this is your day to get it done (or at least get it properly moving again). ### Event Details * **Date:** Saturday 24th of January * **Time:** **11:00 AM to 7:00 PM** * **Location:** TOG Hackerspace, Unit 1B Motor City, Kylemore Road, Dublin 12, D12 CF6V ### And afterwards After the Finish-a-thon we’ll roll straight into our monthly social night, but this one will be a bit special, because it’s also TOG’s birthday. 🎂 So: progress during the day, then a proper catch-up in the evening with the gang.  ### What’s the plan? Nothing too formal. The whole point is momentum and community: * **11:00 AM:** Arrive, grab a bench, tea/coffee, and settle in * Share what you’re working on (or keep it quiet and just crack on, no pressure) * Work through the day, ask questions, borrow a hand, offer a hand * No prizes, just the satisfaction of progress, plus the usual TOG encouragement and problem-solving ### What can you work on? Anything goes. If it’s a thing you started and you want to push it forward, it belongs here: * Squash that annoying bug in your project or open-source code * Finish an electronics kit gathering dust * Finally wire up the enclosure, label the panel, tidy the loom * Repair something that’s been sitting in the “I must fix that” pile * Wrap up a design, write-up, or documentation you’ve been meaning to publish * Revive a project you love but stalled on No project? Also grand. There’s always someone who’d love a second pair of hands.  ### What should you bring? * Whatever parts, tools, and materials your project needs * A laptop is usually a good shout * TOG has plenty of tools and bits, but assume you’ll take home what you bring (and any half-finished bits you create) ### No tickets this time There are no tickets or registration for this event, just show up and join in. If you’ve any questions (or you’re not sure if your project idea fits), give us a shout and we’ll point you in the right direction. See you Saturday. Let’s finish some things. 🔧✨

**[GET YOUR EARLY BIRD TICKET HERE (50% DISCOUNT FOR FIRST 30 PEOPLE)!](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/international-cultural-mix-tickets-1977933110177?aff=oddtdtcreator&discount=EarlyBirds)** 🌍 **International Cultural Mix – Celebrate Cultures, Meet People, Have Fun** Welcome to one of Dublin’s most social, colourful and international Saturday nights. A vibrant mix of games, challenges and cultural surprises that help you meet people from all around the world in the most natural and fun way. Perfect for newcomers, locals, travellers and anyone who loves learning about different countries and cultures. Expect a warm and friendly atmosphere, plenty of movement, team missions and drink tokens for the winners. You don’t need to come with friends — you’ll meet dozens of people within minutes. **🧩 What to Expect** Welcome & Flag Stickers 🔥 *Passport Around the World* 🌐 *Global Connections* 🌎 *Chain of Nations* ⏸ Break 🗺️ *Travel Map Challenge* 🌏 *Continents Unite* 📸 Closing & Group Photo **💸 Pay-as-you-go (Cash / Card)** • €10 General Admission • €8 per person in groups (2-3 people) • €6 per person in groups (4-6 people) **💳 [Membership Options (Save € & unlock perks)](https://buymeacoffee.com/newindublin)** **🟡 Regular Membership (€12/mo) [€8/mo till February 1st]** ✔ Free: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup ✔ –50%: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge ✔ Extra perks **🔵 Theme Membership (€15/mo)** ✔ Free: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge ✔ –50%: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup ✔ Extra Perks **🟣 Complete Membership (€20/mo)** ✔ Free access to ALL events ✔ Extra Perks **📱 Stay Connected** 🔗 **[Linktree](https://linktr.ee/newindublin)**[ ](https://linktr.ee/newindublin)– full weekly calendar 💬 **[WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)**[ ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)– reminders & updates 📘 **[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/newindublinmeetup)**[ ](https://www.facebook.com/newindublinmeetup)– photos & highlights 📸 **[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/)**[ ](https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/ "https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/")– stories & behind-the-scenes 🌐 **[Website](https://newindublin.net/)**[ ](https://newindublin.net/)– all information about our events

TOG is turning **17**, and we’re marking it the best way we know how: by rolling our regular **Open Social Night** into a proper **birthday session** with **pizza, cake, and plenty of chatting, tinkering, and general messing**. If you’ve been meaning to drop in for ages, this is a lovely one to start with. If you’re a regular, you already know the vibe: good people, interesting projects on benches, and the sort of conversations that start with “what’s that board?” and end up with someone soldering at 1am. ### When and where * **Date:** **Saturday 24th January** * **Time:** **7:00pm until late** * **Location:** **TOG Hackerspace** The space stays open until the last member calls it a night, which often means we drift happily into the small hours of Sunday morning. Pop in for 10 minutes or stay for the whole stretch, you’re very welcome. ### What to expect * **Homemade pizza** from the TOG pizza oven, rolling out through the evening * **Birthday cake** (because we’re not animals) * **A relaxed open evening**: tours, chats, and a look at whatever weird and wonderful builds are on the go * **Community craic**: talk, tunes, and the usual “oh go on, I’ll show you how that works” energy Our Open Social Nights are an easy, no-pressure way to see the space and meet the people. There’s no agenda and no expectation that you’re “good at” anything. Curiosity is the only requirement. ### Make a full day of it: Finish-a-thon earlier that day This birthday party is happening the **same day as our Finish-a-thon**, running **11:00am to 7:00pm**. So if you’ve got a project half-done, a box of parts staring at you, or a nagging “I really should finish that”, you can spend the day getting it wrapped up, then roll straight into the birthday celebrations at 7pm. Have a look here for the Finish-a-thon details: [https://www.tog.ie/2026/01/a-day-to-finish-what-you-started-finish-a-thon-2/](https://www.tog.ie/2026/01/a-day-to-finish-what-you-started-finish-a-thon-2/) ### What to bring We’ll have food covered between pizza and cake, but feel free to bring along: * A drink (or your beverage of choice) * Snacks to share * A project to show off, or something you want advice on * A friend who’s curious about makerspaces We’ve also got **plenty of free parking**, so it’s handy to swing by with gear, gadgets, or something for show-and-tell. ### Come celebrate 17 years of TOG Seventeen years of TOG is a bit mad, in the best way. What started as a small group of people who wanted a place to build and learn has grown into a proper community workshop full of skills, tools, and good humour. So come in, grab a slice of pizza, have a wander, meet the crew, and help us celebrate. **See you Saturday 24th January from 7pm.**

**Unity in Action:** How can we apply Dr. King's message of unity and nonviolence to address today's social justice issues? Join us for a meaningful gathering focused on turning shared values into shared action. Inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of the ***Beloved Community***, this meetup brings people of diverse backgrounds together to connect, listen, and collaborate across differences. Through guided conversation, reflection, and practical next steps, we’ll explore how unity, justice, and compassion can move from ideals into everyday practice—in our neighborhoods, workplaces, and relationships. This is a welcoming space for honest dialogue, mutual respect, and collective hope. Come as you are, bring your voice, and leave with renewed purpose and concrete ways to live out unity in action. **All are welcome.**

Y’all are invited to a boot-stompin’, toe-tappin’ country line dancing night with Social Sips & Bites. We’re bringing together good music, a lively dance floor, and even better company for a night full of classic country vibes. The night kicks off with a line-dancing lesson, so no experience is needed. Whether it’s your first two-step or you already know a few classics, you’ll be guided through the moves before the open dancing begins. After that, it’s all about country hits, cold drinks, and enjoying the rhythm together. Come learn the steps, feel the country vibes, and dance the night away with Social Sips & Bites.

**⚡ Laugh a little. Meet new people. Leave feeling lighter.** Join us for a relaxed, small-group afternoon designed to break the winter slump and help you meet a great crowd — without awkwardness, heaviness, and something that just feels fun! 🔁 You’ll move through short, easy rounds of fun conversation games that make it simple to talk, connect, and find people you naturally click with. **Yes, there are actual games — including:** • **Spaghetti + Marshmallow Tower** (2-person teams, light competition energy) 😂 • **Blind Drawing Game** 😂 📍 **Location:** Rented facility in Ashburn (zip 20147) or a private recurring space used for smaller community events. Exact address shared after RSVP. 💵 **Fee:** $12 per person 🕒 **Time:** 2:00–4:00 PM ☕ **Coffee + light snacks on me.** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🔍 What You’ll Experience** • Quick, low-pressure rounds • Light games that get people talking (and **laughing**) • Authentic conversation with people in a similar life chapter • A warm, friendly, comfortable space **💼 Who It’s For** • Divorced or Separated or midlife professionals starting fresh • Entrepreneurs, builders, and people who value meaningful conversation • Men + women who want a fun, relaxed way to meet others in the same chapter of life \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 📊 Most attendees are in their 30s–40s–50s — grounded, growth-minded, and ready for something different. 🌐 Explore more: [https://midlifereinvention.co](https://midlifereinvention.co/)

Register at Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy at [Writing in Nature (New Location) - Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy](https://loudounwildlife.org/event/writing-in-nature-february/) Join Nancy Morgan, Director Emeritus, Georgetown Lombardi Arts and Humanities Program, for this regular monthly workshop, presented by Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy, to enjoy the combined health benefits of time spent in nature and writing thoughts and feelings. Writing is often considered a solo, reflective practice, but writing in the company of others can be a supportive, community building activity that encourages regular practice. Each session is a stand-alone event – come when you are able. Registration for each session is open through the morning of the workshop. For directions, click on the Google Map link at the bottom of this page. ***Registration required.*** ***Questions:*** *Contact [info@loudounwildlife.org](mailto:info@loudounwildlife.org)*.