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Please PREPAY for this game either by https://revolut.me/davidandl or Paypal ([kenna.david@gmail.com](http://kenna.david@gmail.com/)) √ We have just 60 minutes to play, so please come along a few minutes early to ensure we can start on time. √ The maximum number of players is 14. If you are not among the 14, please do not attend the pitch. If you are one of the 14, please be sure you show up. Places are in high demand, so unfortunately, failure to show will result in your immediate removal from the group. √ As always, you participate in these games at your own risk and agree to indemnify the organisers from any injury, loss, claim, or infection.

Thai Food brings people together and why not join us this Wednesday for good food and new friends .

## Details The title of the event is a paradox! Read in silence and then discuss with like-minded folks! :-) 📝 **How does this work?** We will meet in the Bartley's Restaurant area from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM for silent reading and followed up by discussion. **During silent reading, you're expected to remain silent and read.** Please bring your headphones and refrain from the discussion during the first one hour in the area. 👥 **Socialising** After an hour, at 8:15 PM, we'll discuss and socialize about the book you're reading. We highly encourage you to move between tables and strike up conversations with fellow book lovers. These discussions about literature and reading recommendations are often the highlight of the event! Feel free to join at any point during the event. The event is indoors, hopefully, we can continue the tradition of the silent reading in the winter! **📌 Helpful Tips and Notes** * Bring headphones to block out surrounding noise * I will post a comment on the event page when I arrive to indicate where we're seated, so everyone can find us * If you prefer to skip the silent reading, you can join directly at the bar at 8:15 PM ⚠️**Something Happened?** If something unpleasant happened to you, it may happen to others. It may be small but don't hesitate to reach out to me. Looking forward to meeting you all 😊

### **Have you never fully recovered from a Trauma? 💔** Some Traumas cut so deep you never quite bounce back. Suddenly life just feels different. Heavier. Like something inside you broke… and never got put back together. **Why do those experiences stick with us – even after years have passed? 🧠** Why does our drive, our joy, our sense of being *“ourselves”* fade away? And most important: **Is there anything you can do about it? ✨** 👉 **Attend our free lecture in Dublin.** ### **Past Traumas – a new understanding and the way forward** At this **free live talk**, you’ll discover: • An explanation of how your mind works — and why you haven’t healed yet 🧩 • Insight into where your vitality went and how to get it back ⚡ • Concrete tools for moving past a Trauma and finding yourself again 🌱 If you’ve felt your spark drain away after a tough Trauma — and you’re ready to take the next step — **this talk is for you. 💛** ### 🗓 **Tuesday\, March 18\, 2026 \| 7pm**📍 ### **Location:** Church of Scientology & Community Centre of Dublin, Firhouse Road, Dublin D24 CX39 🎟 **Reserve your seat today!** Seats are limited, so sign up early! I am looking forward to seeing you there! **Erik Smit** Dianetics & Scientology Life Coach

Join Us for an Energetic Evening at Dublin Debaters! Our next meeting promises plenty of fun, creativity, and quick thinking. We’ll kick off the night with Table Topics, giving everyone a chance to warm up their impromptu speaking skills in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere. Then we’re diving into something a little different Unusual Object Speeches. Each participant will pick a quirky, curious, or downright bizarre object and speak about it on the spot. It’s a brilliant way to stretch your imagination and challenge your communication skills. To make the night even better, **we need you to bring along an unusual object**. The stranger, the better. Think odd souvenirs, mysterious gadgets, or anything that sparks a story. Come along, get involved, and enjoy an evening of creativity and connection with fellow speakers in Dublin. €3 attendance fee payable at the door

The Royal Hospital Kilmainham stands on the site of a seventh-century early Christian settlement, replaced in Norman times with a monastery of the Knights Hospitallers. The building as we know it today was begun in 1680. Leading architects such as William Robinson, Thomas Burgh and Francis Johnston made it the starting point for Dublin's development into a city of European standing. Inspired by Les Invalides in Paris, the building was to be a retirement home for old soldiers. Over the next 247 years, thousands of army pensioners lived out their final days within it's walls. In 1991, the Royal Hospital Kilmainham became home to the Irish Museum of Modern Art. IMMA Meeting place: The meeting place is the OPW stand in the central courtyard of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham beside the entrance to the Irish Museum of Modern Art. Our guide will be waiting for us there. Please be there at 1.45pm. Our tour will start at 2pm. This is an outdoor tour, please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. The Baroque Chapel has a private exhibition, and is not available to view. Please only RSVP if you are available and interested in attending.. All members are responsible for their own Health & Safety at meetups. Getting Here: By Luas: Red line to Heuston Station (10 minutes walk via Military Road) By Bus: Buses to Heuston Station (10 mins walk via Military Road), C1, C2, C3, C4 from Aston Quay. Buses to James Street(8 mins walk via steps to Bow Lane onto Irwin Street and Military Road) No.13 from O'Connell St or Dame St; G1 and G2 from Eden Quay . Cycling: There is parking onsite and a number of Dublin Bikes stations located nearby. The pedestrian entrance via east gate (Military Road) is steep and caution is advised to pedestrians and cyclists'.

IFSC Toastmasters will hold its next meeting on Weds 18th Mar at 6.30pm. It will take place in the CIE Boardroom in Connolly Station, North Dock, Dublin 1. Please ensure that you are up on the Station Concourse outside Tom Stanley newsagents by 6:15pm sharp as late arrivals will not be permitted access. [Connelly Station Concourse Locator](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ew5HA8BxgfoFyHm28) (Eircode: D01V6V6) [Meeting Point Picture](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bKQNl_6wEXY6WrcbKBfYsqbY1nkqnhHo/view?usp=drive_link) You can expect to receive a warm welcome and experience the different ways we help our members and guests achieve their public speaking goals. Our meetings have a variety of speaking opportunities ranging from spontaneous topic discussions to prepared speeches and more formal roles. You can sit back and absorb the meeting or get involved a little and introduce yourself. Either way you can be assured of a fun and interesting evening of personal development. We really hope to see you there!

Welcome to a vibrant community created for men and women who are ready to connect, explore, and thrive together as friends! This group is all about bringing solo people together in a fun, and welcoming space where new friendships are formed and fresh experiences await. Whether it’s trying out exciting activities or restaurants. Discovering hidden gems in the city, or simply enjoying meaningful conversations. This is a place to step outside your comfort zone and share life’s adventures with like-minded people. Come as you are, leave with new friends, and discover just how fun life can be when we experience it side by side! **About this event:** This is a relaxed midweek social. A great opportunity to meet different people. The area reserved is downstairs in the private bar. Your host will be down there to welcome you. **Important information:** RSVPs are not a true representation of the number of people attending. Continuous no shows, will be removed from guest lists. Please bring ID in case the doorman ask you for proof of age. Minimum age to attend is 23. You must purchase a drink - alcoholic or non alcoholic before engaging with the group. By joining this event, you accept our T&Cs, check them out here: Yinyangevents.ie **[Follow us on Insta: Yinyangeventsireland](https://www.instagram.com/yinyangeventsireland/)**

Welcome to a vibrant community created just for women who are ready to connect, explore, and thrive together as friends! This group is all about bringing solo women together in a fun, and welcoming space where new friendships are formed and fresh experiences await. Whether it’s trying out exciting activities or restaurants. Discovering hidden gems in the city or simply enjoying meaningful conversations. This is a place to step outside your routine and share life’s adventures with like-minded women. Together, we’ll laugh, learn, and lift each other up while creating new memories. **About this event:** We will check in at White Rabbit Cafe. Grab a nice coffee and get to know each other there before moving on to the National Gallery to see the wonderful art exhibition there. We will leave the cafe at 12:30pm sharp. This gives us an opportunity to experience something new, gain new perspectives and have something nice to talk about with our new friends. After the exhibition, we'll stop off at Kennedys for food to end the lovely afternoon. **Important information:** RSVPs are not a true representation of the number of people attending. Continuous no shows, will be removed from guest lists. Minimum age to attend is 23. Exhibition is free. You must purchase your own food and drink. Please wear suitable footwear for walking around. By joining this event, you accept our T&Cs. Check them out here: Yinyangevents.ie **[Follow us on Insta: Yinyangeventsireland](https://www.instagram.com/yinyangeventsireland/)** Check the comments on the day of the event for a description of your host.

Join us to **practise and improve your target language with native speakers on Thursday downstairs in River Bar** (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 Wide range of 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 have attended our language exchange events since 2012 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.

Join us to **practise and improve your Italian-English with native speakers every Thursday downstairs at River Bar** (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 Italian, 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 **Admission fee €7** (€1 off 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 have attended our language exchange events since 2012 to practise and improve their target language - you can too! 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) We also organise this event every Monday at River Bar at 6.30pm.

Hi, all Independent Movie Lovers. You are invited meet at 7 pm, on Friday the 20th of March. This meeting is at the Café on the ground floor of the Light House Cinema, Smithfield Square, Dublin. We will discuss the film: **Sound of Falling** (2025), directed by Mascha Schilinski. The original German title is 'In die Sonne schauen'. The film chronicles events at a remote German farm in four time periods. We will also discuss: **Auntie Mame** (1958), directed by Morton DaCosta. Auntie Mame is an adaptation of a successful 1956 Broadway play of the same name, and stars Rosalind Russell, who also starred in the stage version. This is the 1958 movie, not the 1974 musical movie called 'Mame'. We will watch the movies independently, and meet for discussion on Friday the 20th of March, at 7 pm, at the Café on the ground floor of the Light House Cinema, Smithfield Square. **Sound of Falling** is showing at Light House Cinema Smithfield, and at the IFI Eustace St, until Thursday the 12th of March. **Auntie Mame** is currently available free on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dl5S8vXNyiI Take the opportunity while it lasts. It is available for online rental on Sky Store and Prime Video, and, oddly enough, on YouTube. Michael Sheeran

https://craicathon.ie/ Build something for Irish language and culture. In a day. Coders, Irish speakers, artists, musicians, and anyone curious — form a team, make something, demo it, win prizes. No fluency or coding experience needed. You need to sign up at that link above not here. But I thought some of the NLP programmers here might be interested in taking part.

We’re heading back to Scene75 on Friday, March 27 for a high-energy night of laser tag, mini golf, go-karts, arcade games, and whatever chaos we decide to get into. We’ve done this one before and it was a blast — great turnout, tons of laughs, and just the right mix of competition and hanging out. If you missed it last time, this is your shot. 🎯 What to Expect: Laser tag battles Mini golf challenges Go-karts (for those who need speed) Arcade games & game cards You can load however much you’d like onto a game card. Most people will probably be good with $15–$30, but it’s totally up to you. This is a super casual event — show up, jump into whatever looks fun, rotate groups, and hang out. No pressure, no complicated structure. Just a solid Friday night with good people. Also… I haven’t hosted in a bit and I’m making a push to be more active again. If you’ve got ideas for future events you’d love to do, bring them. I’m all ears. Let’s run it back. 🔥

Welcome, readers! Our March read is **_The Bean Trees by Barbara Kingsolver._** The story follows Taylor Greer, a young woman from rural Kentucky who leaves home for the West, only to find herself unexpectedly becoming the guardian of an abused Native American toddler named Turtle. In Tucson, Arizona, they form a makeshift family with a diverse group of people, including Guatemalan refugees and a single mother, exploring themes of motherhood, community, belonging, and finding hope in hardship. The story blends humor with serious issues, creating a story about finding family in unexpected places. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [Crimson Cup Coffee Shop - Clintonville](https://www.crimsoncup.com/about/location/clintonville)!

Bienvenue! Columbus French Conversation group invites you to our Saturday morning French conversation club. Expect a casual and welcoming atmosphere in which to learn french! I will bring my laptop so we can look up new vocabulary as needed! The venue is a beautiful French restaurant so you can really get into the zone :)

Hey Everyone! Let's meet at Belle's Bread Bakery and Cafe. There is lots of free parking and easy access to the cafe and many shops and restaurants as well. This is a great way to meet new and old friends while chatting about life and practicing English language speaking skills. All are welcome and encouraged to join us anytime between 11am and 1pm. Looking forward to seeing you soon.