Events
Dublin Flea Market | 29th Jan
After a crackers Christmas break we are ready to kick off the year with a veritable feast of odds and ends, an eclectic mix of funky bric-a-brac and a crazy collection of second hand and vintage wears. Yes the Dublin Flea Market is back and 2012 is going to be our best year yet. So [...]
CITY SOLSTICE by Ronan Coyle | 21/22 Dec
CITY SOLSTICE by Ronan Coyle Marking the Winter Solstice in the City with an animated illumination of the beautiful Stained Glass window on 4 Camden Street Upper, the workshop of the famous Early & Co ecclesiastical suppliers. It’s there to help lighten the darkest days a little and provide a chance to admire the craftsmanhsip [...]
Dublintellectual | 16 Nov
Dublintellectual would like to invite you to our next Conversations on Culture event taking place on Wednesday 16th November in the, Ormond Quay, Dublin 7. The evening will include the following speakers… Liam Lanigan (UCD): “Reading Joyce on the Luas” Douglas Carson (AAI): “Old Culture, Young Practitioner” Elaine Byrne (TCD): “Irish Politics and Irish Publics” Followed by [...]
Alchemist Cafe, ‘The Future of Water is Smarter Water’ | 15 Nov
November 2011′s Alchemist Cafe The Future of Water is Smarter Water People only think about water when there is too much of it or too little of it. However, managing a city’s water infrastructure presents significant challenges. Similar in extent to electricity infrastructure, it tends to connect to every house and property. By 2030, it [...]
National Print Museum Lecture Series | 17 Nov
Lecture: ‘The Lighter Side of History: Irish society and politics in The Leprechaun Cartoon Monthly 1905-1915’ Speaker: Dr Ciarán Wallace, IRCHSS Postdoctoral Fellow at Trinity College Dublin Before the turmoil of the 1916 Rising and War of Independence Irish cartoonists dealt with topics such as popular celebrities, votes for women and political corruption. Using illustrations [...]
The Brocante Furniture Market | 20 Nov
Celebrating their first year! Furniture and home-wear fair – French style. Second-hand, refurbished, antique and hand-crafted stuff for the house, kitchen and garden. Bargains, freebies, café, good wholesome food and chilled out tunes all under the one roof. Venue: The CO-OP, Newmarket Square, Dublin 8 When: Third Sunday of every month (check their website for [...]
Peas + Pods Family Fair | 13 Nov
Peas + Pods Family Fair, a wonderful indoor monthly market which continues to grow in size and popularity. Next markets will take place Sunday, November 13th and December 4th from 11am to 5pm. Free on street parking all day. Free Pediatric First Aid demonstration, free half hour classes of baby signing, free Toddler Mini Jam [...]
Winter Fair, Dalkey | 12 & 13 Nov
THE 7th ANNUAL WINTER FAIR Saturday, 12th & Sunday, 13th November. Daily 11am-5pm. Free Admisison! Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre, Dalkey, Co. Dublin The products and designs available at the Fair suit every pocket and gift solution whether for yourself or a loved one! Come and see… a superb collection of jewellery, silk scarves, [...]
Milk and Cookie Stories | 8 Nov, 6.30pm
Milk and Cookie Stories where: Exchange Dublin, Temple Bar , Dublin 2 when: Monthly on a Tuesday, doors: 6.30pm. contact: E: milkandcookiestories@gmail.com www.milkandcookiestories.com or follow them on facebook at http://groups.to/milkandcookies www.exchange.ie Event Spotlight: Milk & Cookies Stories Milk and Cookie Stories is a weekly storytelling event run by a non-profit arts collective based in Temple [...]
Unused & Unloved, group exhibition | 27 Oct-17 Nov
PrettyvacanT Dublin presents ‘Unused & Unloved’, a group exhibition examining concepts of neglect, abandonment or disuse, featuring haunting images of Chernobyl, an exploration of Ireland’s faded religious icons, and also an interactive Smartphone Gallery. Unused and Unloved is part of Innovation Dublin 2011 [running 17th Oct - 18th Nov]. The festival demonstrates Dublin’s capacity to [...]
Visit Studios | 22 Oct
A great opportunity to see how artists work, wander around their studio and have a chat. www.visitstudios.com
Writing 3.0 – A Writers’ Festival for County Fingal | 15-22 Oct
Encompassing all aspects of the writing process, Fingal County Council Libraries and Arts departments are delighted to announce this year’s Writing 3.0 festival which will take place from the 15th October to the 22nd October. Choose from screenwriting workshops, comedy writing workshops or even how to get started on your first novel. Many of the [...]
The M50 Halloween Experience
The M50 Halloween Experience has Ireland’s largest displays of Halloween! A great free Halloween experience for all the family. Open 7 days – be prepared to be scared! At Exit 5, M50 Motorway Junction, Coldwinters ( beside the Dogs Trust) For direction map & opening times visit www.beechvista.com. Tel. 8342953
Open House | 6 – 9 Oct
Dublin buildings of all types and periods open their doors to allow citizens to explore the architecture of the city with special tours by professionals and enthusiasts. http://architecturefoundation.ie/openhouse/
Autumn events in Fingal Libraries
Balbriggan Library 6th October UNESCO City of Literature International Poetry Day:Poetry workshop with Poet Maighread Medbh at 7-8.30pm. Numbers limited so early booking essential. Chess Group takes place every second Thursday:13th & 27th October. Children & parents are especially welcome. Grow It Yourself will meet on Wednesday 26th October at 7.30pm. Writing 3.0 Fingal’s Annual [...]
Dublin Culture Night | 23 Sept
A night of discovery as galleries, museums, cathedrals and tonnes more venues open their doors for citizens to explore the capital’s culture, for free. http://culturenight.ie/
Culture Night | 23 Sept
Culture Night will take place on Friday September 23rd 2011, a night of entertainment, discovery and adventure in Dublin and across 20 towns, cities and counties in Ireland. Arts and cultural organisations open their doors until late with hundreds of free events, tours, talks and performances for you, your family and friends to enjoy. https://www.culturenight.ie
Free family literacy information morning for parents | 21 Sept
Next Wednesday morning, 21 September, the National Adult Literacy Agency is holding a free information morning for parents and carers of young children, on the topic of family literacy. The aim of the event is to provide practical information to people on how they can make the most of their home as a place of [...]
IWC Novel Fair Competition: Launch Night, with reading by Dermot Bolger | 21 Sept
Join us to celebrate the launch of the inaugural Irish Writers’ Centre Novel Fair Competition. To mark the occasion, Dermot Bolger will be reading and refreshments will be served. This is a great opportunity to find out more about the competition and to meet fellow writers. All are welcome! (The Novel Fair, which will take [...]
Book Launch: ‘Green Rain~ Irish Composers on Stage’ by Miriam Gallagher | 21 Sept
Come along and salute Irish Composers at Ranelagh Arts Centre, Dublin 6 on Wednesday 21st September at 7.p.m. when Miriam Gallagher’s latest book ‘Green Rain~ Irish Composers on Stage’ is launched by Andrew Robinson, Irish Composer and Musician. Readings: Mia & Miriam Gallagher. Music: Jenny Robinson (flute),Vanessa Sweeney (violin) & Andrew Robinson (guitar). This free [...]
Dublin Contemporary | 6 Sept – 31 Oct
The city becomes a gallery for large scale art installations in landmark buildings, established museums and galleries and offbeat spaces. http://www.dublincontemporary.com/ There is an admission fee for Earlsfort Terrace, but the other venues are free of charge.
ABSOLUT Fringe Fest | 10-25 Sept
There’s a huge amount of great events taking place as part of this years Fringe Fest. Here is a link to the FREE events: http://www.fringefest.com/2011-programme?date=all&category=free
Dublin Skillshare: Beginners Irish Sign Language
Dublin Skillshare: Beginners Irish Sign Language Thursday, September 15 · 6:30pm – 8:00pm The Culture Box, Temple Bar RSVP on our Facebook Page: DublinSkillshare What’s Dublin Skillshare? Share your skills and learn from others. All for free. Have a skill you want to teach? Interested in learning lots of different things? From processing to pruning [...]
Print Fest 2011 | 10 Sept
Print Fest 2011 Uncover the traditional world of typesetting and printing through practical demonstrations by active retired members of the printings industry. Watch as the Museum comes to life and maybe even try your hand at some printing! Saturday 10 September, 14.00 – 16.00 Free Admission National Print Museum Beggars Bush Barracks, Haddington Rd, Dublin 4 [...]
Free fun and events for all ages in Fingal Libraries this September
Balbriggan Library Art Classes for Adults with John Carpenter. 8th & 15th September at 6.30-8pm. Must be able to attend both nights. Numbers are limited so early booking is essesntial. Grow It Yourself will meet on Wednesday 28th September at 7.30pm ICA Knit-a-thon Friday 30th September, in aid of the Irish Heart Foundation. All ages [...]
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