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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 [...]

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, [...]

Innovation Dublin | until 18 Nov

Innovation Dublin celebrates and showcases the innovation and creativity that happens in Dublin. With numerous events taking place in various different venues, the best place to keep up to date is over on their website. http://www.innovationdublin.ie

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

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 [...]

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

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

2 FREE Choir lessons for Children aged 6-12 yrs

This September, we are very excited to offer children the chance to join together and sing together!  As well as being great fun, it will be of enormous benefit to everyone, instantly improving their sight singing, their ears and their rhythm!   SPECIAL OFFER! ***2 free choir lessons for children aged 6-12 years*** Interested in [...]

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 [...]

Kilmainham Arts Festival | Aug 27-28

New festival featuring workshops, performances, oodles of art exhibitions and plenty to enjoy. Spanning the grounds of IMMA, the Hilton Hotel plaza and function rooms, The Patriots Inn, and outdoor art exhibition on the rails of the old Courthouse. Do not miss this great event! http://kilmainhamartsclub.wordpress.com/

Blackrock Festival (Co.Dublin)

First Blackrock Animation Festival – Saturday 27th August Family Fun Day – Sunday 28th August More information on www.iloveblackrock.ie

National Heritage Week | 20-28 August

Celebrating Ireland’s natural, built and cultural heritage with thousands of activities across the country. Includes walks, tours of historical buildings, music, dance, storytelling, wildlife excursions and much more. Most events free!  www.heritageweek.ie

Heritage Week: Family Day at the National Print Museum

Heritage Week: Family Day at the National Print Museum Join the family fun at the National Print Museum! Visit to the Museum for an interactive entertainment experience, from practical demonstrations to crafty creations. Discover the world of traditional printing through demonstrations and activity stations. Try your hand at some craft sessions including a puppet-making workshop [...]

Street Feast 2011 – Celebrate your Community!

Street Feast is a day of local lunches across Ireland, hosted by you and your neighbours on Sunday 28th August. They can be anywhere really – out on the street, in a local park or in your front garden. There are so many good reasons to have a Street Feast, but most of all it’s a [...]

Festival des Bateaux | 11 – 14 Aug

Festival des Bateaux which takes place between August 11th and 14th2011 Dun Laoghaire will be the only international stop on the world famous French Solitaire du Figaro yacht race. To celebrate the stopover of this iconic 3,390 kmrace, Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council, the Dun Laoghaire Harbour Company and the National Yacht Club have joined forces to [...]

Seashore Seahow | Kids Crafts | 21st Aug

Sunday, 21 August 2011, 11:00 – 12:30 Come along to this workshop and decorate your own picture frame using natural shells found along the beach. Location : Meet at Sandycove Beach. Contact : Andrew ‘Mouse’ Fleming 087 32 999 36 Email : info@owls.ie Website : www.owls.ie

Let’s Catch Butterflies | 7th Aug

Sunday, 07 August 2011, 14:00 – 16:00 A family fun event catching and identifying butterflies. Location : Killiney Hill; meet in the main car park. Contact : Andrew ‘Mouse’ Fleming 087 32 999 36 Email : info@owls.ie website : www.owls.ie

Pirates of Portrane Fun Day | 21st Aug

Sunday, 21 August 2011, 14:00 – 17:00 Calling all ye pirates, there are treasure to be found. Be the first to find the hidden treasure chest by following Manduke’s treasure map. It takes each team through various challenges before entering the final pirates’ battle. A family fun afternoon, all the activities are based around pirate [...]

Enjoy Exciting events in Fingal Libraries for all ages this August!

Balbriggan Library Heritage Week 20th August to 28 August:- Rediscover traditional Irish Crafts as the ICA host a number of taster classes. Numbers limited for these events so early booking essential. Applique on Tuesday 23th August from 11am-1.00pm. Celtic Covered Boxes on Tuesday 23th August from 11am-1.00pm.Mountmellick embroidery on Wednesday 24th August 11.00am-1.00pm. USI Information [...]

Formula Fun Day | Balbriggan | 24 Jul

A day of fun for families. Organised pedal go-kart races through the streets of Balbriggan. Races for 8 – 15 year olds. Novelty races and traders races for the over 16s. www.balbrigganformulafun.com for race entry.

Malahide Has It Festival | 21-24 Jul

Now in its second year since its rebirth in 2010, the Malahide Has It Festival is organised by The Malahide Chamber of Commerce. There’ll be a Funfair on the Beach, BBQ on the Green, plus food stalls around the village, with fun & games, competitions and live entertainment for the kids on the Green too. [...]

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