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**Join us on July 2 for the next Stripe Dublin meetup. This is an in-person event for anyone building with Stripe. An evening focused on Stripe user experiences, product insights, best practices, and community.** 🍕🍺 **Perks** Food, drink provided! **🎫 Tickets** There is a hard limit for RSVP :) Wait list will be operating on Meetup. **📍Location** The event is hosted at Stripe's Dublin offices, Fitzwilton House, Wilton Pl, Dublin, 2 · Dublin, ie **🕚 Rough timings** * 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm: Doors open with refreshments * 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm: Talks and Q&A * 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm: Drinks, food, and networking **📣 Talks** 1. From Compliance to Conversion: Optimizing 3D Secure 2 and SCA - **Marcus Dalton, Stripe** 2. Pricing for Big Data and how we use Stripe - **David Tracey CTO at Bronto** Don't miss this opportunity to connect with the Stripe community. [Stripe developer code of conduct.](https://stripe.com/legal/developer-code-of-conduct)

UPDATE UPDATE UPDATE: the Q&A has been cancelled as the director is currently unwell. You should have got an email from the Light House with that update. You can email them at mail@lighthousecinema.ie to ask for a refund. ------------------------------------------------ Hello! [https://www.lighthousecinema.ie/film/blue-heron](https://www.lighthousecinema.ie/film/blue-heron) Please book your ticket ASAP as these screenings with a Q&A always sell out. Meeting place: the cafe on the ground floor in the cinema. Meeting time: around 6pm. Take our seats time: 610pm. Film time: 630pm. Thanks! Alan [https://www.lighthousecinema.ie/film/blue-heron](https://www.lighthousecinema.ie/film/blue-heron)

Looking for a different kind of evening in Dublin? This Thursday, NomadÉire is heading to the National Gallery of Ireland for an evening of art, culture, and conversation. We'll spend a couple of hours exploring one of Ireland's premier cultural institutions, taking in everything from classical masterpieces to contemporary works while getting to know fellow members of the community. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a casual museum-goer, or simply looking for an interesting way to spend an evening with great people, this event is for you. No art history knowledge required. Whether you are a digital nomad, remote professional, entrepreneur, creative, founder, traveler, student, or local, come join us. This is a relaxed opportunity to connect with curious and interesting people while experiencing one of Dublin's most iconic cultural destinations. What to expect: • Explore the galleries at your own pace while meeting fellow NomadÉire members. • Discover Irish and international artwork spanning centuries. • Enjoy thoughtful conversations inspired by art, culture, travel, and life in Dublin. • Meet new people in a relaxed and welcoming environment. • Optional pub visit afterward for anyone who wants to continue the evening. We'll meet outside the National Gallery of Ireland at **6:30 PM** and explore the gallery until approximately **8:00 PM**. Afterward, we'll see how the group is feeling and may head to a nearby pub for a drink and some additional conversation. Come alone or bring a friend. Either way, you'll be warmly welcomed and quickly introduced to the group. Sometimes the best conversations happen when you're wandering through a gallery with interesting people. Looking forward to seeing everyone there.

**The Heart of the Circle** ❤️ The Circle Session is where the art breathes. It is a dedicated space for songwriters 🎸, poets 📖, comedians 🎤, and storytellers 🗣️ to find their ground, test their craft, and connect. **We all sit in a circle**, removing the barrier between "performer" and "audience". It is a collaborative laboratory 🧪 where a new chord progression might meet a spoken-word verse, or a storyteller finds the perfect rhythm. **Practice. Share. Connect.** ✨ This is a **safe space for all levels**. Whether you are a seasoned pro or sharing your work for the first time, you are among peers. We focus on: * **The Craft:** A low-pressure room to test rough drafts and "work out" new material. 🛠️ * **The Collaboration:** Exchange chords, ideas, and feedback to help each other grow. 🤝 * **Join the Beat:** We provide **shakers** 🪇 for those who want to join the rhythm and feel the vibe! * **The Social:** We don't just stay in the room. We **organise** regular **social nights out** 🍻 for all attendees, so the friendships made in the circle continue outside of it! 🕺 **Technical Setup** ⚡️ We provide the essentials so you can focus on the performance: * **PA System:** 3 channels available if a plug-in is required. * **Mics & Gear:** Microphones, cables, and a sheet stand with a light provided. 🎼 * **Keyboards:** A keyboard can be set up for the evening—just please **ask in advance!** 🎹 * **Amps:** Bass players are more than welcome to bring along a bass amp. 🎸🔊 * **Instruments:** Please **bring your own** primary instruments! ### **2026 Season: Dates & Themes** 📅 Our themes are designed to ignite your imagination. Use them as a starting point, or simply bring along your current project. We encourage you to interpret each theme in your own unique way! * **April 23** \| The Wildcard 🃏 * **May 7** \| Golden Hour 🌅 * **May 21** \| The Great Escape 🏃‍♂️ * **June 4** \| Gravity 🌎 * **June 18** \| The Unfinished Symphony 🎻 * **July 2** \| The Great Mistake ❌ * **July 16** \| Underdogs & Icons 🏆 * **July 30** \| Rhythm & Rhyme 🥁 * **August 13** \| The Silver Lining ☁️ * **August 27** \| Slow Motion 🕒 * **September 10** \| Harvest Moon 🌕 * **September 24** \| The Turning Leaf 🍂 * **October 8** \| Into the Woods 🌲 * **October 22** \| The Masquerade 🎭 * **November 5** \| Daydream Believer 💭 * **November 19** \| The Cliffhanger 🧗 ### **The Details** 📝 * **Admission:** €5 (Limited spots—booking is essential). 🎟️ * **Refreshments:** Free tea and coffee provided. ☕️ * **BYOB:** Optional (€10 corkage applies). 🍷 * **Age:** Strictly **18+**. 🔞 * **Location:** Signal Arts **Centre**, Albert Ave, Bray. 📍 * **Doors:** 8:00 PM \| **Circle Starts:** 8:15 PM. 🕗 **Come to find your ground. Stay to find your people.** 🤝✨ **See you in the circle! 🃏🍓🎩✨** Check out our social media and full event list here: [https://linktr.ee/TheJam.HBE](https://linktr.ee/TheJam.HBE "https://linktr.ee/TheJam.HBE")

Hello Everyone! Let's read something before coming to the event. It can be a few pages from a book, an article, a poem, an advertisement, a joke, a recipe, a quote, social media content - anything you find interesting. We meet and chat about it, as a starting point of conversation. Please feel free to bring books :)

Join me for an afternoon of delight at this wonderful Rogers & Hammerstein classic. Good tickets still available at lower prices for the Thursday matinee. We can meet for coffee or drinks at interval. Please book your tickets here [https://www.bordgaisenergytheatre.ie/show/oklahoma/](https://www.bordgaisenergytheatre.ie/show/oklahoma/)

Join us every Sunday and tell a story as a group by playing a beginner-friendly roleplaying game. Every week we have 2-3 different games - you will choose which game you play on the day. All materials provided and rules are explained at the start of each game, you just need to bring your imagination. This week's facilitators: * **Colin** will run The Wildsea: Centuries ago, the old world was swallowed by a sea of mile-high trees. Now you and your crew sail across the treetops of the Wildsea in a shop driven by a chainsaw. Low magic, high weird, leaf-punk adventures await! Your crew has heard rumors of same rare materials revealed by a recent storm and you are off to explore! * **Silvia** will run The (Orc) Pope Is Dead, yet another silly adventure by Grant Howitt. Terrible news: you and the lads went out drinking with the Pope last night and now he’s dead. The orcish church of Bog-Al-Kurruk is without a leader. Can you and your mates - esteemed clerics all - work out which one of you it’s going to be, and then outdo or discredit your rivals to claim the most prestigious title in the orc nation? *** Details for the event (number of groups and games) will be published here or earlier on our [Discord server](https://tinyurl.com/indie-rpgs-dublin). Feel free to ask the organisers any questions you have (here or on Discord).

**Hands in the Soil: Community Growing, Learning & Craic** This first gathering will be a relaxed mix of **hands-on garden work, shared learning, and good conversation**. It’s about getting together in a real space, doing something practical, and seeing what ideas and connections might grow from there. On the day, we’ll: * Get our **hands dirty** with some light garden work and soil prep * Do some **seed sowing** and talk about what grows well locally * **Make kombucha together** and chat about fermentation, food, and simple home practices * Share knowledge, questions, and experiences around growing food * Enjoy some **fellowship, chats, and a bit of craic** along the way.Alongside the practical side, we’ll also have an open, informal discussion about a bigger idea: * The possibility of **small community “park farms” or gardens** in underused green spaces around Dublin * What that might look like, what’s realistic, and whether others feel drawn to exploring it further There’s no pressure, no expertise required, and no expectation beyond showing up with curiosity and a willingness to pitch in. Whether you’re experienced with gardening or completely new, you’re very welcome. Bring clothes you don’t mind getting muddy, and if you have them, gloves. Everything else will be very low-key. This is just a **first step** — a chance to meet, work, talk, and see if there’s a shared appetite to keep growing something together.

Are you a beginner fursuit maker who wants to learn the craft? Are you into electronics and want to figure out how to make your LED strips emit custom patterns? Or maybe you want to talk on the radio with your fluffy friends? No matter how big or small, fluffy or simple the project is, bring it in to us for a social, fluffy event for all cats, dogs, wolves, foxes, and even protogens or any other species known. All you need to take part is an idea that you want to bring to life. The furry maker night will run every first week of the month. This is not a taught class, more like an informal working group of self-directed makers. While you can bring your fursuit in, either to work on it as a project or for repairs, it is heavily discouraged to wear them inside the space. Accessories such as tails are also discouraged for safety reasons. We are looking forward to seeing every fur in our space.

Dear fellow Gaeilgeoiri, Cead mile failte / a warm welcome to this group of Irish language lovers and enthusiasts. Hope you will enjoy everything it has to offer and feel free to suggest new events, and, why not step in as an event organizer? What this group is not: - A group limited to those with perfect proficiency in the language, where any single word of English is banned, and where you will get corrected for every séimhiú that, God forbid, you might be forgetting What this group is: - A forum of Gaeilge enthusiasts willing to share their interest and love of the language. We all started learning a language, including our own, from scratch at some point in our lives. Absolute beginners are welcome and should not feel intimidated. Near perfect and native Irish speakers are also welcome to share their vast knowledge of the language. Hopefully this will create a thriving community of lovers of the language at any level. Beir bua Alex (organizer)

**This week we are heading to an Archaeology museum!** **The museum at Kildare supports artists and encourages drawing there. Stools should be provided at the reception and then we can roam around and draw.** **Feel free to bring your friends and let us draw some cool things together! 😊** **Here is the link to the museum drawing page:** [MUSEUM DRAWING PAGE](https://www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museums/Archaeology/Engage-And-Learn/For-Young-People/Things-to-See-Do/Draw-in-the-Museum)

📚Reading books and discussing them are two distinct experiences! Conversations about books and sharing insights help us better appreciate literature and enrich our lives. Let's grab a drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) and discuss books we're currently reading or have recently enjoyed—whether poetry, fiction, or non-fiction. Bring your physical book or e-reader. There's no formal structure or agenda—just books and good conversation.💬 It's a perfect place to get book recommendations and rediscover your reading momentum if you've hit a slump. We welcome readers of all backgrounds and interests! ⚠️**Something Happened?** If something unpleasant happened to you, it may happen to others. Even if it seems minor, don't hesitate to reach out to me. 🔍 **How to find us?** * When I reach the venue, I'll leave a comment in the meetup where the group is seated. Normally, the booking is in my name, so you can ask the staff for the group. * If you're unable to find us, leave a comment in the meetup page. I'll be able to guide you. 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! As an organizer, I'm always looking for feedback about the event and suggestions for new events, so feel free to suggest ideas to me. 💡 I look forward to seeing you all! 😊

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You can sleep in on the Sesquicentennial (observed), we’re shifting to the following Friday. But join the local UX community for a chat and some biscuits to catch up. If you were in CA for Figma Config, tell us all the lines and you can tell me how I can animate an SVG without coding it by hand, and why I’d even want to. Thanks to the team at Nationwide of supporting the group.

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BOOM! At land grant featuring the 3 ton toad. Catch the best view of Ohio’s biggest fireworks show – without the downtown madness. Land grant is 1/2 a mile from red white and boom! BOOM! At Land grant is back! The 3 ton toad will go live on the beer garden stage beginning at 7 PM. They’ll keep the music going right up until the fireworks light up the sky. Come early, grab a craft beer, hit up the food trucks, and settle in for a summer night of music, drinks, and an unbeatable fireworks finale.