Dublin Event Guide 320: Northside Music Festival, Bray Summer Fest, Sand Sculptures, Greystones Americana & Roots Festival

August 2nd, 2013
DEG Dublin Event Guide (for free events)

No. 320 | 02 August 2013

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Hi all!

Eventful weeks at the Dublin Event Guide HQ (i.e. my desk :-) )!

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On 21 July we reached the milestone of 15,000 Facebook Likes, which was a great achievement! But within days and – with the help of the great Rami J who likes the Dublin Event Guide and was prepared to help BIG – we increased that number so significantly that today we have more than 19,500 Likes!! That is 4500 additional Likes in 10 days! Amazing what is possible if the right people come together!

With so many new Likes, you can expect a big increase in subscribers to the e-mail magazine and this means that we have now arrived at 15,626 subscribers. Welcome to all new subscribers, it is great to have you here. :-)

With so many new people in our Dublin Event Guide Community, let me just repeat a few things about the Dublin Event Guide again:

1) All events listed here are free (unless otherwise clearly identified).

2) This mail is VERY long (I know!), but you are NOT meant to read all of it! Like with a newspaper, read the headline and if you are interested, read more. Otherwise just move on.

3) If your e-mail client shows pictures, you see nice date separations and section separations. If you don’t see pictures, switch them on! It is worth it!

4) There is no commercial company behind the Dublin Event Guide, instead I compile it every week in my spare time. Please consider that when you project you measure this e-mail magazine against your expectations or preferences.

5) You can always reach me on dublineventguide@gmail.com with event information or with your suggestions.

6) If you don’t like this information resource, don’t feel bad! ;-) It is impossible to please everyone. I hope that you enjoy it and make use of it and stay with us for a long long time, but if you feel you need to leave, there is an Unsubscribe link at the very bottom of the mail.

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11) I Know it would be better if this e-mail magazine arrived earlier in your Inbox and I am tryin to find a way. But please understand that I don’t make any money with it and therefore need to do my work on it in my spare time. So I am working every Thursday through the night (without sleep) and as soon as the newsletter is finished I am sending it to you. It takes me 24 hours to write it at the moment! I know that is slightly mad! But that is the reason why it is so late. I hope you understand.

Enough of introduction for today! Let’s get cracking with this week’s newsletter!

Enjoy cultural Dublin to the fullest,

–Joerg

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The “Feel Good Slot” at this place in the Dublin Event Guide is to share some inspirational, motivational or thought provoking quotes, stories or video clips. You wonder why I added this section to this e-mail magazine? If your week was great, you might not need it, but most of us had some challenging moments in the last week and there could be more in the coming week and this section is for the people that want to overcome the hurdles, achieve more and remember that despite all, life is great!

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All events listed in this Event Guide are free of any admission charges (or at least appear to be free) unless otherwise stated. I try to find confirmation in all cases and do my best to double-check the information. However errors can happen and therefore no promise for correctness can be given.

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Joergs Picks

This section is intended to provide some help in picking and choosing from the huge number of events by sharing with you what I will/might or would do. This is not a “best of…” list and if an event is not listed here, it by no means implies that the event is not interesting. Instead my “picks” are just based on my personal preferences. All events mentioned here are described in detail further down.

This is an odd weekend I have to say! Because of the Bank Holiday weekend there are festivals and events taking place in nearly every little village throughout Ireland. 41 festivals!! Everywhere APART from Dublin! The August Bank Holiday weekend is usually the quietest summer months weekend, but this year it is even extremer because sooo much is happening elsewhere. It seems that Event Organisers in Dublin are afraid of the bank holiday exodus from the capital or maybe of the holiday season or they are afraid of Oxegen and Castlepalooza etc and therefore avoid running events when people might be away? I am not sure what it is!

Luckily, the good people of Bray are not afraid of it and with just a little southward travel we can partake in their great Bray Summer Fest. This week with a big closing Fireworks. And there is also the Northside Music Festival, which will start with an Urban Fleadh on Wolfe Tone Square on Sat and Sun. If I can find the time, I will also go to the Greystones Americana & Roots Festival. I have been there before and it is getting better and better. That’s four festivals already!

On Monday check out the North Face Climbing Wall outside Filmbase, you can learn how to climb if you are interested. And at some stage over the weekend, or in the coming weeks, check out the Sand Sculpture exhibition in Dublin Castle. It has been great in previous year and I expect no less!

Competitions

Graffiti Workshop & Tour, T-Shirt Design & Stencil Masterclass – Ticket Competition

TBA – 14:00-17:00 or 18:00-21:00
Mabos, 8 Hannover Quay, Dublin 2

An interactive experience and creative experience run by “Kings of Concrete” at the multi-purpose art space Mabos. It involves t-shirt design and print, spray can graffiti class and stencil making workshop. The event is suitable for all ages and if there are enough bookings there will be classes for 14+ year olds and for 18+.

Schedule for the day
+ Hanover graffiti tour and introduction to the space
(Provide your name and stencil maestro Master-Z will help you design it into a piece of unique stencil art.)
+ T-Shirt design and print
(You choose from the wide range of cool graphics available and then design and print your very own t-shirt.)
+ Spray can graffiti masterclass
(A hands-on spray can graffiti class with the in-house graffiti artist Slik Blik where you will help him create a masterpiece on the walls of the Mabos warehouse.)
+ Stencil Making
(You will get your printed out and laminated piece of stencil art and will be shown how to expertly cut out your own piece which you will paint on the U2 studio walls.)

Tickets for this eventful and interesting 3-hour experience are EUR 15 and to book, contact Dave on Bookings@kingsofconcrete.com or on 086-3821919

For the Dublin Event Guide readers, Kings of Concrete made 5 (!!) tickets available for a competition and many of you have entered the competition. But unfortunately the workshop had to be cancelled, so I suspended the competition and we will run another one when the next workshop will take place! Thanks for your understanding!

Check out the details at www.facebook.com/events/328953480572520/

There will be more competitions next week! Watch that space!

Promote your product or (non-free) event with a competition in the Dublin Event Guide!

The Dublin Event Guide (for Free Events) focuses on free events, but we all fully understand that not everything can be free in life and if you run a non-free event (or sell a cool product), I am sure it would help you if you could let the 15,000+ Dublin Event Guide readers know about your event or product. If you can make a few tickets (product samples) available for the Dublin Event Guide readers, I can help you and promote your event (product) in the context of a competition. Cost to you? In most cases not a cent! Just contact me on dublineventguide@gmail.com and we can discuss the details. It is all very simple! ;-)

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Dublin Libraries & National Museum – Summer Programme for children

The Dublin Libraries and – separately – the different branches of the National Museum run different programmes / events in the summer for children. With the National Museums, these events are usually drop in classes and with the libraries in Dublin nearly always booking is required. If you have to entertain children over the summer check out www.museum.ie and the super slow library site www.dublincity.ie/RecreationandCulture/libraries/Events/Pages/all_events.aspx There are too many events to include them here week after week.

Novel Fair Competition – Call for Entries – Irish Writers’ Centre

The Irish Writers’ Centre is inviting all aspiring authors to submit their work to the third Novel Fair Competition. Following the huge success in the first two years, the Irish Writers’ Centre would love to set even more novelists on the path to publication. 6 book deals came out of previous Novel Fair Competitions!

Unpublished novelists are invited to submit up to 10,000 words of their manuscripts to be in with the chance to win this amazing prize. This year’s deadline is 16 October and twelve winners will go through to pitch their work at the Novel Fair on 22 February 2014.

The Novel Fair is an initiative by the Irish Writers’ Centre to introduce up-and-coming writers to top publishers and literary agents, giving novelists the opportunity to bypass the slush pile, pitch their ideas and place their synopsis and sample chapters directly into the hands of publishers and agents.

Find out more at www.writerscentre.ie/novelfair/ and at www.facebook.com/IrishWritersCentreNovelFair

Opportunities

If you took the opportunity and started a new business recently (not more than approx. 6 months ago) and need a bit of support to let Dublin know about your new venture, talk to me. In this section I will feature new companies every now and then. I had to give it a rest for a while due to some technical challenges, but I seem to have mastered them more or less by now. ;-)

Exhibitions

Based on your feedback, I have decided to do the following with the Exhibition section in this newsletter from now on: I will provide you with a link to a near-comprehensive listing of exhibitions provided by www.visualartists.ie . For me to list all exhibitions would only be doubling their good work and would be an inefficient use of my resources. The link is visualartists.ie/category/listings/dublin/

On top of that I will every now and then include here a small selection of exhibitions that either are not mentioned in the Visual Artist listing or are note-worthy to be mentioned separately.

Vanishing Ireland

until 30 Aug: Mon-Sat 10:00-17:00 (excl. bank holiday)

Irish Georgian Society, City Assembly House, 58 South William Street, Dublin 2

36 large photos from the ‘Vanishing Ireland’ series are on show. Portraying blacksmiths, saddlers, farmers, fishermen and horse dealers, alongside housemaids, lace-makers, publicans and musicians, the exhibition by historian Turtle Bunbury and photographer James Fennell is a record of Irish history.
Admission is free. jamesfennell.com/books/

Off the Map – MIC Project Exhibition

07 Aug: 17:00-20:00

Filmbase, Curved Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

This is an exhibition of a range of projects from Photography, Graphic Design, Digital Editing to Sound Engineering.

The MIC Project was founded in April 2002 when it recruited 16 participants for a full time, 11 month media production course in the Darndale Village Centre. Focusing on Fetac Level 5 in Sound Engineering, Digital Editing, Photography, Graphic Design and Communications and more, the MIC Project is now in its 11th year, has 18 places for participants and a very high progression rate to further and higher education. www.micproject.org

Friday 02 Aug

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Greek and European Folk Dance

19:00 – 20:30, Fri 02 Aug

Exchange Dublin, Upper Exchange Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

A free Greek and European Folk Dance class open to all. Contact Katerini Papathanasiou on papath.kat@gmail.com

www.exchangedublin.ie/calendar

Cornucopia – Live Music

19:30 – 21:30, Fri 02 Aug

Cornucopia Café & Restaurant, 19/20 Wicklow Street, Dublin 2

Cornucopia Café & Restaurant host live music three evenings a week (Thurs, Fri and Sat). The restaurant is a Wholefood & Vegetarian Restaurant and is open until 22:15.
+ Every second Thursday N.C Lawlor, a songwriter, session player and troubadour plays a mix of country, bluegrass & blues from 19:30-21:30.
+ Every Friday (19:30-21:30) Junshi Murakami plays Irish Harp.
+ Every Saturday (19:30-21:30) Nollaig Mann plays a collection of popular and jazz classics.

www.cornucopia.ie

Dublin Friday Night Skate

19:30, Fri 02 Aug

Merrion Square, Dublin 2

Update: This event has been postponed due to concerns about bad weather.

Because the Dublin Event Guide sometimes gets sent a little late for Friday night events, it could be that it is too late for this event tonight, but if you are interested, check if it will take place again next week:

The 1st Dublin Friday Night Skate from Merrion Square (Meet opposite the National Gallery) to the Portobello Plaza (approx. 3km) will take place tomorrow. All details can be found on the Facebook Event Page below.

I will fish out my Rollerblades behind a few boxes of books and will go to one of the events before the summer is over and if you are interested too, check the Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/skatedublin

www.facebook.com/events/579441858774880

Bray Summer Fest 2013 – Gigs

20:00, Fri 02 Aug

Seafront, Bray, Co. Wicklow

During the Bray Summer Fest there are numerous gigs taking place on the Bandstand at the Seafront and all gigs are free. Two gigs take place per night. The first starts at 20:00 and the second at 21:30. The line-up is:

Fri 02 Aug: The Cujo Family / Empire Saints

Find all details on the website www.braysummerfest.com or download the programme brochure here www.braysummerfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/BSF-2013-Brochure.pdf

www.braysummerfest.com/events/categories/music/

Dublin Tribal Spirit – Drumming Circle

20:00 – 22:00, Fri 02 Aug

Lantern Centre, 17 Synge Street, Dublin 8

“Dublin Tribal Spirit” is a weekly event that gives you the great experience of a drumming circle with african drums and authentic tribal rhythms. Tom and Sinead, who run that event are providing lots of drums for it and teach you the rhythms.

There is no formal admission charge for this event, but donations are expected. The organisers bring their own 20-30 drums to it every week, so they are looking for donations to keep the event going.

www.facebook.com/pages/Dublin-Tribal-Spirit/201639663203598

Addison Lodge Open Mic Night

21:00 – 00:30, Fri 02 Aug

Addison Lodge, Botanic Road, Glasnevin, Dublin 9

The Addison Lodge are inviting local bands, musicians, poets, comedians and performers to share their talents at the new Addison Lodge Open Mic Nights in Glasnevin (opposite the Botanic Gardens). The event will take place every week. Admission is free.

www.addisonlodge.com/archives/276

Live Music – Stillorgan Orchard

21:00, Fri 02 Aug

Stillorgan Orchard, The Hill, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin

The Stillorgan Orchard provides regular live music. The upcoming gigs are detailed on the website below.

www.stillorganorchard.com/live_music.html

Storyfold – Gig

22:30, Fri 02 Aug

Whelan’s, 25 Wexford Street, Dublin 2

Storyfold are performing in the Midnight Hour slot at Whelan’s. Admission is free before 22:30.

www.whelanslive.com/index.php/the-midnight-hour-w-storyfold-3/

Saturday 03 Aug

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Car Boot Sales – Tallaght

08:00 – 12:00, Sat 03 Aug

Tallaght Stadium, Whitestown Way, Tallaght, Co. Dublin

A weekly car boot sale, one of less than a handful that is still reliably taking place, has up to 200 cars/sellers. The stadium is just a few minutes walk from the Red LUAS line stop and numerous bus stops. For traders the Car Boot Sale opens at 06:30 for buyers from 08:00. If you are interested in selling, check the details and register on their website.

www.irishcarboot.ie/

Sand Sculpture Exhibition

09:00 – 18:00, Sat 03 Aug

Dublin Castle, Dame Street, Dublin 2

This is a cool art installation! Every year for the last 11 years, a group of sculptors turns more than eighty tons of sand in a unique exhibition/installation outside in the Upper Courtyard of Dublin Castle.

This year’s theme for the sculptures is “The Bright Side” and will show what is good about Ireland and being Irish. Three big sand sculptures will be carved by the artists from Duthain Dealbh (Irish Sand Sculpture) from 29 July – 05 Aug and a fourth sculpture will be created from 10-14 Aug. The exhibition will run from 06-28 Aug and all will disappear on 29 Aug.

If you go to Dublin Castle over the weekend, you can still see the creation process and from Tuesday you can admire the end product. I have seen the Sand Sculpture Exhibition in previous years and definitely recommend a visit. Admission is free.

www.facebook.com/irish.sandsculpture

Dublin Food Co-op

09:30 – 16:30, Sat 03 Aug

Dublin Food Co-op, 12 Newmarket Square, Dublin 8

The Dublin Food Co-op is open every Saturday at Newmarket for organic wholefoods and sustainable household products, plus over a dozen producer stalls offering organic fruit and veg., baked goods, dairy produce, wines, hot and cold food, etc. The Co-op is also open on Thursdays 12:00-20:00.

www.dublinfood.coop

Honest2Goodness Food Market

09:30 – 16:00, Sat 03 Aug

Honest2goodness, 136 Slaney Close, Dublin Industrial Estate, Glasnevin, Dublin 11

The weekly Honest2goodness food market in Glasnevin has fresh meat, vegetables, fish, baked goods, and wines. It is open from 09:30-16:00. It is behind Lidl in the Industrial Estate just after the Glasnevin Cemetary coming from the City Centre.

www.honest2goodness.ie

Malahide Park Run (free)

09:30, Sat 03 Aug

Malahide Park, Dublin Road, Malahide, Co. Dublin

Parkrun Ireland is organising free weekly runs in parks. It is a timed run over 5km and participation is completely free, but registration before your first parkrun is required.

www.parkrun.ie/malahide/

SuperNatural Food Market

09:30 – 15:30, Sat 03 Aug

St. Andrews Resource Centre, 114 Pearse Street, Dublin 2

The SuperNatural Food Market is taking place every Saturday from 09:30-15:30 in St. Andrews Resource Centre in Pearse Street, Dublin 2.

www.supernatural.ie

Jamestown Market

10:00 – 17:00, Sat 03 Aug

Jamestown Market, 90 Jamestown Road, Inchicore, Dublin 8

Jamestown Flea Market + Car Boot Sale takes place every Sat+Sun from 10:00-17:00. You can reach it from Tyrconnell Road and from Kylemore Road and it is within 3 min from Black Horse stop on the red Luas line. There is free parking.

www.jamestownmarket.com/

Merchants Market

10:00 – 16:00, Sat 03 Aug

Merchants Yard, East Wall Road, Dublin 3

The Merchants Market on East Wall Road is a relatively new weekly market on Saturdays and Sundays with more than 80 stalls. There is everything from furniture and antiques to paintings and mirrors, electronics and hot food to bicycles and buns. Sounds interesting and I will check it out over the coming weeks. It is just a few minutes walk away from the Point Theatre/O2 (walk in the direction of the Port Tunnel). www.facebook.com/merchantsindoormarket

www.merchantsmarket.ie/

Mother Redcap’s Indoor Market

10:00 – 17:30, Sat 03 Aug

Unit 95, Malahide Road Industrial Park, Malahide Road, Coolock, Dublin 17

An indoor market in Coolock with over 40 traders with a wide range of goods and a café on site as well.

www.facebook.com/MotherRedcaps.Market

Temple Bar Food Market

10:00 – 16:30, Sat 03 Aug

Meeting House Square, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

The Temple Bar Markets (Food Market on Meeting House Square, Book Market on Temple Bar Square and the Designer Mart near Cow’s Lane) are taking place every Saturday from 10:00-16:30.

www.templebar.ie

“My Favourites” – Walking Tour

11:00 – 13:30, Sat 03 Aug

Spire, O’Connell Street, Dublin 1

“These Are a Few of My Favourite Things” is the title of a Walking Tour that Emily Gallagher will run every Saturday. It will be an Alternative Arts and Culture Trail and she will bring you to “Dublin’s Best Cafes, Bars, Markets, Unusual Stores, Galleries, Theatres, Arts Spaces, and more! And hear some tales you’ve never heard before!”

Meeting point is at the Spire. The tours are free but donations are welcome and booking is required via egaldog@gmail.com or 085-2725095

Blackrock Market

11:00 – 17:30, Sat 03 Aug

Blackrock Market, 19 Main Street, Blackrock, Co. Dublin

At the Blackrock Market in the centre of Blackrock, you’ll find 50 stalls selling collectibles, antiques, handmade goods, books, food & there’s free popcorn, ballons & facepainting for the kids.
Open on Saturdays and Bank Holidays: 11:00-17:30, and Sundays: 12:00-17:30.

www.blackrockmarket.com/

Eason Story Time

11:00, Sat 03 Aug

Every Eason store in Ireland

As part of Eason’s Get Into Reading campaign, there will be a reading of a specially selected children’s book at 11:00 each Saturday in every Eason store in the country. The schedule of Story Time books, covering mid-June through mid-September, is on the website below.

And children attending the in-store kids’ book readings throughout the summer will receive their own Story Time Reward Card and they will get a special Story Time sticker on their card for each reading they attend. Children who collect three stickers will receive a free copy of Tyrannosaurus Drip by Julia Donaldson. For more information check the website below too.

blog.easons.com/category/get_into_reading/story-time/

Health & Fitness Expo – Rock ‘n’ Roll Half-Marathon

11:00 – 17:00, Sat 03 Aug

DT Hotel, Sussex Street, Dublin 4

On Saturday and Sunday about 30 exhibitors (according to the floor plan it is about 30, the website claims “over 60” though) are in the former Burlington Hotel for a Health & Fitness Expo. The expo is there for Rock ‘n’ Roll Half-Marathon Members to collect their race number etc and while they are there, they can get free samples and buy running gear, sports nutrition etc. But not only race participants are welcome, admission is free for everyone.

The former Burlington Hotel will from September be part of the “DT (Double Tree) by Hilton” group and will be called DT Dublin Hotel.

ie.competitor.com/dublin/expo

The Ferocious Mingle Marcade

11:00 – 18:00, Sat 03 Aug

72 Thomas Street (between the Vicar St venue & Cafe Notto), Dublin 8

The Ferocious Mingle Marcade (Market and Arcade) place every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. On Sunday it is a fancy dress market. It’s a flea-market type permanent market with stalls and “chalets” for traders. The Oscar Verne Café on site and (at least at the weekends) live music adds even more character.

www.facebook.com/pages/The-Ferocious-Mingle-Marcade/232446616822953

Written in Stone – Discover early writing

11:00 – 13:00, Sat 03 Aug

National Museum, Kildare Street (Archaeology), Dublin 2

Ogham is the earliest form of writing in Ireland and Ogham writing was often carved onto standing stones. At this activity, discover more about this ancient writing and make your own ogham-inspired bookmark to take home. Drop-in session for Ages 6+ in the Learning Resource Room, first floor. Admission is free and no booking required.

www.museum.ie/en/homepage.aspx

Yoga in Phoenix Park

11:00 – 12:00, Sat 03 Aug

Bandstand (behind the Tea Room, near the Zoo), Phoenix Park, Dublin 8

This will be the fourth year for “Yoga in the Park” and I think it is a brilliant initiative for a very worthy cause. From May until September, Fiona from www.twopalmsyoga.com and her team of teachers invite to an hour of Yoga in Phoenix Park every Saturday. No booking is required and you decide how much you give, the class is donation based.

All proceeds go to the Dublin Simon Community, a charity that does invaluable work for the homeless people in Dublin. Just bring a mat or a towel, some water and (hopefully) even some sun protection to the class. Should the weather be bad, the bandstand will be shelter or even training location. The training is suitable for all levels, so even total beginners are very welcome.

www.facebook.com/pages/Two-Palms-Yoga/129726813245

DanceWalk – Bray

11:30 – 13:30, Sat 03 Aug

Seafront, Bray, Co. Wicklow

A DanceWalk from the car park at the Northern end of Bray’s Seafront to the Southern end (near Bray Head) will take place and participation is free.

www.facebook.com/events/595187840521011

Bray Summer Fest 2013 – Retro Weekend

12:00 – 17:00, Sat 03 Aug

Seafront, Bray, Co. Wicklow

The last weekend of the 4-week long Bray Summer Fest 2013 has arrived and it is a “Retro Weekend” with

+ Retro Seaside Cinema (Sat + Sun: 14:00 + 16:30) at the Southern Seafront-Opposite Esplanade Hotel
On a giant outdoor screen some of the best films from the last few decades will be screened. Bring the family and have a picnic. The movies are Back to the Future (Sat 14:00), Cool Running’s (Sat 16:30), Toy Story (Sun 14:00) and Footloose (Sun 16:30).

+ Flashback Zone (Sat + Sun: 12:00-16:00) at the Southern Seafront
Immerse yourself images from the 80s & 90s and take a look at a replica Back to the Future DeLorean. There will also be a retro DJ playing some beats to bring you back in time.

+ Garden of Ireland Vintage Car Club Display (Sat + Sun: 12:00-17:00) at the Middle Seafront
See a wide range of classic cars on display.

+ The Big Toy & Teddy Picnic (only on Sunday: 13:00-15:00) at the Southern Seafront
Bring your favourite toy or teddy and join this big picnic and watch Toy Story on the big screen. You may even see Buzz and Woody on the seafront.

The Summer Fest Fun Fair and the Kidszone are available until 05 Aug (individual charges apply).

www.braysummerfest.com/events/categories/retro-weekend/

Exchange Craft Market

12:00 – 18:00, Sat 03 Aug

Exchange Dublin, Upper Exchange Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

The Exchange’s Art & Craft Market is taking place this Saturday. Admission is free and all are welcome.

www.facebook.com/pages/CRAFT-MART-at-the-Exchange-Dublin/433356146756481

Ha’penny Flea Market

12:00 – 18:00, Sat 03 Aug

Grand Social, 35 Lower Liffey Street (near Ha’Penny Bridge), Dublin 1

The weekly Ha’penny Flea Market is an indoor market in the Grand Social Pub, which offers vintage Men and Women’s clothing, contemporary crafts, books, DVDs, vinyl records, vintage and handmade jewellery, vintage hair styles, art, photography and much more. Dux & Co will offer food and the Grand Social’s Bar and Gourmet Coffee options are available.

www.thegrandsocial.ie/

ILLUSION: Nothing is as it seems – Science Gallery

12:00 – 18:00, Sat 03 Aug

Science Gallery, Pearse Street, TCD, Dublin 2

The current Science Gallery exhibition “ILLUSION: Nothing is as it seems” will run from 12 July-29 Sept and is really interesting. Admission is free.

The exhibition is all about Illusions and it is a “perception-shattering insight into the human mind, playfully combining the techniques used by magicians and explored by psychologists.”

More than 20 installations will deceive your eyes (and ears) and will show you that what we perceive is often radically different from the reality. You will find impressive and amazing things, but nothing will be boring! The exhibition is suitable for all ages, so bring your children or – if you don’t have any – just bring yourself.

I have seen nearly every Science Gallery exhibition and I would say this is definitely one of the best.

ILLUSION was curated by psychologist, author and magician Richard Wiseman, and was researched by deception artist Paul Gleeson and a large group of mediators are available in the gallery to explain all the things that you see (or hear) to you.

Have a look at the website below to see an outline on what is on show. I strongly recommend that you see the show and tell me afterwards what you thought about it: dublineventguide@gmail.com (During the week (Tues-Fri) the exhibition is open until 20:00 and from 12:00 and on Sat+Sun; 12:00-18:00).

www.sciencegallery.com/illusion

Northside Music Festival

12:00 – 20:00, Sat 03 Aug

Wolfe Tone Square, Jervis Street, Dublin 1

The Northside Music Festival got bigger and better! It will run from 03-25 August and there are lots more events this year than in previous years, which is great!

It will start on Saturday and Sunday with an Urban Fleadh at Wolfe Tone Square. Traditional Irish Music will open the event at 12:00. at 12:15 the festival will be formally launched by Dublin’s Mayor, followed by more traditional Irish Music at 12:20. At 13:00 an exhibition of Sean Nos Dancing will take place and at 13:30 you are invited to take part in the dancing. More traditional music from 16:30 and another round of dancing from 17:00. Then at 18:00 the Ronan O Snodaigh Trio will perform.

During the day there will be Lice music in smaller session tents as well and in the evening after the gig, the fleadh will continue in pubs nearby (Church Bar, Parnell Heritage Pub, McNeills, Nealon’s, Boar’s Head).

Children’s Games and Storytelling will also take place.

On Sunday the same schedule will apply again, the only change is that at 18:00, The Woodbines, a Celtic Rock Band will perform.

The Facebook Group is here the downloadable and printable (but not easily readable) programme brochure is linked below.

www.dublincity.ie/RecreationandCulture/ArtsOffice/Documents/NorthsideMusicFestival2013.pdf

Sillybilly Magic Shows

12:00, Sat 03 Aug

Dublin (various locations)

Sillybilly provides event entertainment and they have a whole range of events (usually free for the parents and children) taking place in July and August. At events they usually provide Music & Magic Shows and Ballon modelling and often also Face Painting. On the Facebook Page below, the locations wehre SillyBilly will be are listed and you best check them out and then bring your kids there to entertain them. ;-)

www.facebook.com/Sillybilly.ie

Summer in Dublin – BID

12:00 – 16:00, Sat 03 Aug

Chatham Street, Dublin 2

Every Saturday for 6 weeks Dublin City is inviting to “Summer in Dublin” events in different streets. There will be face painting, children’s entertainers, music, clowns, balloons, giant novelty games, ice cream courtesy of Murphy’s Ice Cream, performances coordinated by the Abbey Theatre and more. And all for free.

Dates and locations for the remaining Summer in Dublin events are:

+ 03 Aug: South William Street
+ 10 Aug: Talbot Street

Archive at Lunchtime – August – IFI

13:00, Sat 03 Aug

Irish Film Institute, 6 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

The IFI continues with its free “Archive at Lunchtime” screenings and is increasing it to a daily screening in the summer months. The times vary a little from day to day (for the double bill on Saturdays 12:45), so make sure that you check the link below for the relevant day.

The daily programmes are
01+04+06+08+12+14+16+18+20+22+26+28+30 Aug: www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-programme-1-free/
02+05+07+09+11+13+15+19+21+23+25+27+29 Aug: www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-programme-2-free/
03+10+17+24+31 Aug: Saturday Double Bill www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-double-bill-free/

www.ifi.ie/

Summer Talks at the National Gallery

13:00 – 16:30, Sat 03 Aug

National Gallery, Clare Street, Dublin 2

For July and August, the National Gallery is inviting to near daily summer talks (two talks of 30 min, Mon-Sat) on aspects of Irish & European art. All talks take place in the National Gallery Lecture Theatre and admission is free. No booking is required.

The themes are:

+ Monday & Thursday: 13:00: Early 20th century Irish art / 15:00: Highlights of the Gallery’s Collection
+ Tuesday & Friday: 13:00: The World of Jack B. Yeats / 15:00: Masterpieces of the European Collection
+ Wednesday: 13:00: Exploring a Picture / 15:00: Aspects of Irish Art
+ Saturday: 15:00: Masterpieces of the European Collection

www.nationalgallery.ie/whatson

Greystones Americana & Roots Festival

13:30 – 00:30, Sat 03 Aug

BeachHouse, Trafalgar Street, Greystones, Co. Wicklow

Greystones is even a little further from Dublin than Bray, but it is just a DART ride away, so it is definitely reachable. And the 4th Greystones Americana & Roots Festival looks better than ever before!

Gigs take place on 4 stages in the BeachHouse and there will be children’s entertainment throughout the weekend.

Some of the local and international artists are:
The Cujo Family, Gypsy Rebel Rabble, The Baskersvilles, The New Peasants, The Big Muddy, Della Belle, Great Salt Lakes, Lemon Kush, Al and Conor, The Daily Howl, B and the Honeyboy, Greasy Coat String Band, Paul Coates, Huegrass, Diego Tijuana and Tucker. And the schedule is here.

Admission to all gigs is free.

www.rootsweekend.ie

Portrane Flea Market

14:00 – 18:00, Sat 03 Aug

Portrane, North County Dublin

A big flea market will take place in Portrane, North County Dublin on Sat, Sun and Mon. To get there take Exit 4 off M1 or take the train to Donabate and follow the signs) There is free parking and admission is free.

There will be designer clothing, shoes, bags, jewelry, antiques, beautiful china and glass, used furniture, books, garden supplies and plants, a Christmas stall and much more.

Unfortunately I don’t have a link or any other supporting information.

The New Theatre supports new writing

14:30, Sat 03 Aug

New Theatre, 43 East Essex St, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

The New THeatre supports new writing and invites to a playreading in the beginning of every month. This time it is “The Puffin’s Nest” by Oliver McQuillan, a gothic comedy. Admission is free, but a donation of EUR 2 is appreciated.

www.thenewtheatre.com/tnt_php/scripts/page/reading.php?reading_id=25&gi_sn=51fbc4bebca72|0

Family Tour: Fishy Fun

15:00 – 16:00, Sat 03 Aug

National Museum, Merrion Street (Natural History), Dublin 2

Have ‘Fishy fun’ in the Natural Mussum when you are having an in-depth look at marine animals on this family tour, including the sharks and whales. Admission is free and no booking required.

www.museum.ie/en/homepage.aspx

Urban Fleadh – Wolfe Tone Square

18:00, Sat 03 Aug

Wolfe Tone Square, Jervis Street, Dublin 1

The Rónán Ó Snodaigh Trio will play An Urban Fleadh at Wolfe Tone Square this Saturday 3rd August.

Ronan is slightly mad ;-) but he is an amazing musician and teacher. He taught me at some stage how to play (babysteps!) the Bodhran and it was SOME experience.

www.facebook.com/pages/Northside-Music-Festival/120285324731335

Cornucopia – Live Music

19:30 – 21:30, Sat 03 Aug

Cornucopia Café & Restaurant, 19/20 Wicklow Street, Dublin 2

Cornucopia Café & Restaurant host live music three evenings a week (Thurs, Fri and Sat). The restaurant is a Wholefood & Vegetarian Restaurant and is open until 22:15.
+ Every second Thursday N.C Lawlor, a songwriter, session player and troubadour plays a mix of country, bluegrass & blues from 19:30-21:30.
+ Every Friday (19:30-21:30) Junshi Murakami plays Irish Harp.
+ Every Saturday (19:30-21:30) Nollaig Mann plays a collection of popular and jazz classics.

www.cornucopia.ie

Bray Summer Fest 2013 – Gigs

20:00 – 23:00, Sat 03 Aug

Seafront, Bray, Co. Wicklow

The bandstand at the seafront in Bray is the yearly venue for a whole range of bands throughout the 4 weeks of the Bray Summer Fest. At this last weekend, you can listen to

+ Jamie Duff (Sat 20:00-21:30)
+ Robbing Williams (Sat 21:30-23:00)

+ Martello Bar’s M Factor Winners: Ailish O’Sullivan and Sinead McConville (Sun 15:00-16:00)
+ Robbie Doyle (Sun 16:00-17:00)
+ Conor Linnie (Sun 17:00-18:00)
+ Storyfold (Sun 20:00-21:30)
+ Smash Hits (Sun 21:30-23:00) – Dance and 90s Pop Tribute band

The last gig on Sunday will be followed by the Finale Fireworks.

www.braysummerfest.com/events/categories/music/

Donna Dunne / The Aqualights

20:00, Sat 03 Aug

The Beerhouse, 84.5 Capel Street, Dublin 1

Dublin singer/songwriter Donna Dunne will perform in The Beerhouse in Saturday from 22:00. The evening will start with the Beerhouse regulars The Aqualights from 20:00.

www.facebook.com/beerhousedublin

Saturday Night Live Jazz

20:00 – 22:30, Sat 03 Aug

KC Peaches (Wine Cave), 28/29 Nassau St., Dublin 2

This is a weekly Saturday night jazz event in the basement Wine Cave of KC Peaches wholefood restaurant/café. Food will be served until 22:00 and wine, minerals & music will be available until later. Admission is free and a donation into a hat at the end of the evening is appreciated.

www.facebook.com/KCPeachesWineCave

Stylised Ritual

20:00 – 20:30, Sat 03 Aug

Exchange Dublin, Upper Exchange Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

I don’t get it, so I will quote directly ;-) :

“A live art piece designed to emphasise the comparisons between performance art and stylised religious rituals. An experiment in magical thinking, and an observation of our own projections and meanings. A self-designed black and white mass. An exorcism, and a summoning. Featuring David Magee, Angel Croitor, and Sian Ni Mhuirí.”

Admission is free.

www.facebook.com/events/606910242662701

Diamond Dagger – Gig

21:00, Sat 03 Aug

Button Factory, Curved Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

The Button Factory and Totally Dublin invite to a free gig with Diamond Dagger, Jet Setter and Forza Italo DJs.

ww2.buttonfactory.ie/profile.php?ID=3027&PHPSESSID=401bbdb2300130d6ba6e130deee0952d

Live Music – Stillorgan Orchard

21:00, Sat 03 Aug

Stillorgan Orchard, The Hill, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin

The Stillorgan Orchard provides regular live music. The upcoming gigs are listed on the website below.

www.stillorganorchard.com/live_music.html

Booka Brass – Gig

22:30, Sat 03 Aug

Whelan’s, 25 Wexford Street, Dublin 2

Booka Brass are performing in the Midnight Hour in Whelan’s and admission is free before 22:30.

www.whelanslive.com/index.php/the-midnight-hour-w-booka-brass-2/

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Sand Sculpture Exhibition

09:00 – 18:00, Sun 04 Aug

Dublin Castle, Dame Street, Dublin 2

This is a cool art installation! Every year for the last 11 years, a group of sculptors turns more than eighty tons of sand in a unique exhibition/installation outside in the Upper Courtyard of Dublin Castle.

This year’s theme for the sculptures is “The Bright Side” and will show what is good about Ireland and being Irish. Three big sand sculptures will be carved by the artists from Duthain Dealbh (Irish Sand Sculpture) from 29 July – 05 Aug and a fourth sculpture will be created from 10-14 Aug. The exhibition will run from 06-28 Aug and all will disappear on 29 Aug.

If you go to Dublin Castle over the weekend, you can still see the creation process and from Tuesday you can admire the end product. I have seen the Sand Sculpture Exhibition in previous years and definitely recommend a visit. Admission is free.

www.facebook.com/irish.sandsculpture

Farmleigh House Food Market

10:00 – 17:00, Sun 04 Aug

Farmleigh House, Castleknock end of Phoenix Park, Dublin 15

The Farmleigh House Food Market takes place on Sunday and Monday. It is Farmer’s Market and Artisan Food Market in the “Farmyard” area of Farmleigh House.

There will be music on the bandstand as well: From 14:00-16:00 the Lucan Concert Band will perform.

www.farmleigh.ie/Events/Title,24302,en.html

Jamestown Market

10:00 – 17:00, Sun 04 Aug

Jamestown Market, 90 Jamestown Road, Inchicore, Dublin 8

Jamestown Flea Market + Car Boot Sale takes place every Sat+Sun from 10:00-17:00. You can reach it from Tyrconnell Road and from Kylemore Road and it is within 3 min from Black Horse stop on the red Luas line. There is free parking.

www.jamestownmarket.com

Merchants Market

10:00 – 16:00, Sun 04 Aug

Merchants Yard, East Wall Road, Dublin 3

The Merchants Market on East Wall Road is a relatively new weekly market on Saturdays and Sundays with more than 80 stalls. There is everything from furniture and antiques to paintings and mirrors, electronics and hot food to bicycles and buns. Sounds interesting and I will check it out over the coming weeks. It is just a few minutes walk away from the Point Theatre/O2 (walk in the direction of the Port Tunnel). www.facebook.com/merchantsindoormarket

www.merchantsmarket.ie/

Merrion Square Open Air Gallery

10:00 – 18:30, Sun 04 Aug

Merrion Square, Dublin 2

Every Sunday, the Merrion Square Open Air Art Gallery takes place. Up to 200 artists exhibit their paintings on the railings on three sides (West, North and East) of Merrion Square and you can just enjoy the exhibition or even buy.

www.merrionsquareart.com/

Children’s Art Cart Workshop

10:30 – 12:30, Sun 04 Aug

Phoenix Park Visitor Centre, Phoenix Park, Dublin 8

The Children’s Art Cart Workshops will be held again in the Phoenix Park Visitor Centre (01-6770095) every Sunday from 24 March to 22 December 2013. Currently the workshop is still free, but there is a possibility that a fee will be introduced at some point. Children must be over 6 years of age and must be supervised by an adult.
You can’t pre-book, so early arrival is required because there are only 20 places per session.

The themes are:
28 July: Medieval Life – includes a visit to Ashtown Castle
04 Aug: Creepy Crawlies in the Park
11 Aug: Animal Masks
18 Aug: Trees – what would we do without the them?
25 Aug: Make a Surprise

www.phoenixpark.ie/newsevents/title,23664,en.html

Health & Fitness Expo – Rock ‘n’ Roll Half-Marathon

11:00 – 17:00, Sun 04 Aug

DT Hotel, Sussex Street, Dublin 4

On Saturday and Sunday about 30 exhibitors (according to the floor plan it is about 30, the website claims “over 60” though) are in the former Burlington Hotel for a Health & Fitness Expo. The expo is there for Rock ‘n’ Roll Half-Marathon Members to collect their race number etc and while they are there, they can get free samples and buy running gear, sports nutrition etc. But not only race participants are welcome, admission is free for everyone.

The former Burlington Hotel will from September be part of the “DT (Double Tree) by Hilton” group and will be called DT Dublin Hotel.

ie.competitor.com/dublin/expo

Longmile Road Markets

11:00 – 17:00, Sun 04 Aug

Long Mile Road, Dublin 12

There seem to be TWO weekly markets on Long Mile Road and both are very close to each other. One is behind Wigoders on Long Mile Road (across the road from Aldi). It hosts more than 50 stalls and there is also a Cafe on site. www.facebook.com/WigodersLongmileMarket And the other one is just on the other side of the road, next to Aldi. www.facebook.com/TheLongMileRdMarket

Palestrina Choir

11:00, Sun 04 Aug

St. Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 83 Marlborough Street, Dublin 1

The well known Palestrina Choir sing every Sunday at the mass in St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral. They sing complete masterworks by Mozart, Haydn, Dvorak, Palestrina, de Victoria, usually accompanied by Prof. Gerard Gillen on the organ, who often also plays a solo piece.

www.procathedral.ie/music/this-week

Pure Vintage Fair

11:00 – 17:30, Sun 04 Aug

Dublin Food Co-op, 12 Newmarket Square, Dublin 8

Normally the Pure Vintage Fair takes place on the 1st Sunday of the month, but surprisingly the Facebook Page for the fair doesn’t indicate anything yet. So, what should you do? Check the Facebook Page below before you go to Newmarket Square. If there is a clear announcement that the market will go ahead, all is good. If there is a cancellation all is clear too. If you do NOT find any notice, then you should assume that it is not taking place.

Normally I would write: The Pure Vintage Fair is what it says on the tin. A market/flea market for vintage items, which will take place on the first Sunday of every month. There will be vintage clothes, furniture, collectibles, jewellery and many more vintage items. Sounds interesting and with 30 stalls, it is well worth a visit. There will also be food, hot drinks and a DJ.

www.facebook.com/purevintagefair

The Ferocious Mingle Marcade

11:00 – 18:00, Sun 04 Aug

72 Thomas Street (between the Vicar St venue & Cafe Notto), Dublin 8

The Ferocious Mingle Marcade (Market and Arcade) place every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. On Sunday it is a fancy dress market. It’s a flea-market type permanent market with stalls and “chalets” for traders. The Oscar Verne Café on site and (at least at the weekends) live music adds even more character.

www.facebook.com/pages/The-Ferocious-Mingle-Marcade/232446616822953

Blackrock Market

12:00 – 17:30, Sun 04 Aug

Blackrock Market, 19 Main Street, Blackrock, Co. Dublin

At the Blackrock Market in the centre of Blackrock, you’ll find 50 stalls selling collectibles, antiques, handmade goods, books, food & there’s free popcorn, ballons & facepainting for the kids.
Open on Sundays: 12:00-17:30. Open on Saturdays and Bank Holidays: 11:00-17:30.

www.blackrockmarket.com/

Bray Summer Fest 2013 – Retro Weekend

12:00 – 17:00, Sun 04 Aug

Seafront, Bray, Co. Wicklow

The last weekend of the 4-week long Bray Summer Fest 2013 has arrived and it is a “Retro Weekend” with

+ Retro Seaside Cinema (Sat + Sun: 14:00 + 16:30) at the Southern Seafront-Opposite Esplanade Hotel
On a giant outdoor screen some of the best films from the last few decades will be screened. Bring the family and have a picnic. The movies are Back to the Future (Sat 14:00), Cool Running’s (Sat 16:30), Toy Story (Sun 14:00) and Footloose (Sun 16:30).

+ Flashback Zone (Sat + Sun: 12:00-16:00) at the Southern Seafront
Immerse yourself images from the 80s & 90s and take a look at a replica Back to the Future DeLorean. There will also be a retro DJ playing some beats to bring you back in time.

+ Garden of Ireland Vintage Car Club Display (Sat + Sun: 12:00-17:00) at the Middle Seafront
See a wide range of classic cars on display.

+ The Big Toy & Teddy Picnic (only on Sunday: 13:00-15:00) at the Southern Seafront
Bring your favourite toy or teddy and join this big picnic and watch Toy Story on the big screen. You may even see Buzz and Woody on the seafront.

The Summer Fest Fun Fair and the Kidszone are available until 05 Aug (individual charges apply).

www.braysummerfest.com/events/categories/retro-weekend/

Crafty Craft Fair

12:00 – 18:00, Sun 04 Aug

Stillorgan Park Hotel, Stillorgan Road, Blackrock, Co. Dublin

Dublin’s only handmade-only craft fair with a selection of very talented crafters including cake making, fabric crafts, decoupage, crochet, knitting, jewellery and more, takes place on Sun. Free face painting. Admission is free.

www.facebook.com/Craftycraftfairs1

ILLUSION: Nothing is as it seems – Science Gallery

12:00 – 18:00, Sun 04 Aug

Science Gallery, Pearse Street, TCD, Dublin 2

The current Science Gallery exhibition “ILLUSION: Nothing is as it seems” will run from 12 July-29 Sept and is really interesting. Admission is free.

The exhibition is all about Illusions and it is a “perception-shattering insight into the human mind, playfully combining the techniques used by magicians and explored by psychologists.”

More than 20 installations will deceive your eyes (and ears) and will show you that what we perceive is often radically different from the reality. You will find impressive and amazing things, but nothing will be boring! The exhibition is suitable for all ages, so bring your children or – if you don’t have any – just bring yourself.

I have seen nearly every Science Gallery exhibition and I would say this is definitely one of the best.

ILLUSION was curated by psychologist, author and magician Richard Wiseman, and was researched by deception artist Paul Gleeson and a large group of mediators are available in the gallery to explain all the things that you see (or hear) to you.

Have a look at the website below to see an outline on what is on show. I strongly recommend that you see the show and tell me afterwards what you thought about it: dublineventguide@gmail.com (During the week (Tues-Fri) the exhibition is open until 20:00 and from 12:00 and on Sat+Sun; 12:00-18:00).

www.sciencegallery.com/illusion

Mother Redcap’s Indoor Market

12:00 – 17:30, Sun 04 Aug

Unit 95, Malahide Road Industrial Park, Malahide Road, Coolock, Dublin 17

An indoor market in Coolock with over 40 traders with a wide range of goods and a café on site as well.

www.facebook.com/MotherRedcaps.Market

Northside Music Festival

12:00 – 20:00, Sun 04 Aug

Wolfe Tone Square, Jervis Street, Dublin 1

The Northside Music Festival got bigger and better! It will run from 03-25 August and there are lots more events this year than in previous years, which is great!

It will start on Saturday and Sunday with an Urban Fleadh at Wolfe Tone Square. Traditional Irish Music will open the event at 12:00. at 12:15 the festival will be formally launched by Dublin’s Mayor, followed by more traditional Irish Music at 12:20. At 13:00 an exhibition of Sean Nos Dancing will take place and at 13:30 you are invited to take part in the dancing. More traditional music from 16:30 and another round of dancing from 17:00. Then at 18:00 the Ronan O Snodaigh Trio will perform.

During the day there will be Lice music in smaller session tents as well and in the evening after the gig, the fleadh will continue in pubs nearby (Church Bar, Parnell Heritage Pub, McNeills, Nealon’s, Boar’s Head).

Children’s Games and Storytelling will also take place.

On Sunday the same schedule will apply again, the only change is that at 18:00, The Woodbines, a Celtic Rock Band will perform.

The Facebook Group is here the downloadable and printable (but not easily readable) programme brochure is linked below.

www.dublincity.ie/RecreationandCulture/ArtsOffice/Documents/NorthsideMusicFestival2013.pdf

Sillybilly Magic Shows

12:00, Sun 04 Aug

Dublin (various locations)

Sillybilly provides event entertainment and they have a whole range of events (usually free for the parents and children) taking place in July and August. At events they usually provide Music & Magic Shows and Ballon modelling and often also Face Painting. On the Facebook Page below, the locations wehre SillyBilly will be are listed and you best check them out and then bring your kids there to entertain them. ;-)

www.facebook.com/Sillybilly.ie

Sunday Concert – Hugh Lane Gallery

12:00, Sun 04 Aug

Hugh Lane Gallery, Parnell Square North, Dublin 1

The Dublin International Piano Festival invites to a Piano recital in the Hugh Lane Gallery with Archie Chen & Lance Coburn. They will perform pieces from Chopin, Godowsky, Alkan, Beethoven and Carl Vine.
Admission is free.

www.hughlane.ie/past-sunday-concerts/977-archie-chen-a-lance-coburn

Archive at Lunchtime – August – IFI

13:00, Sun 04 Aug

Irish Film Institute, 6 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

The IFI continues with its free “Archive at Lunchtime” screenings and is increasing it to a daily screening in the summer months. The times vary a little from day to day (for the double bill on Saturdays 12:45), so make sure that you check the link below for the relevant day.

The daily programmes are
01+04+06+08+12+14+16+18+20+22+26+28+30 Aug: www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-programme-1-free/
02+05+07+09+11+13+15+19+21+23+25+27+29 Aug: www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-programme-2-free/
03+10+17+24+31 Aug: Saturday Double Bill www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-double-bill-free/

www.ifi.ie/

Greystones Americana & Roots Festival

13:30 – 00:30, Sun 04 Aug

BeachHouse, Trafalgar Street, Greystones, Co. Wicklow

Greystones is even a little further from Dublin than Bray, but it is just a DART ride away, so it is definitely reachable. And the 4th Greystones Americana & Roots Festival looks better than ever before!

Gigs take place on 4 stages in the BeachHouse and there will be children’s entertainment throughout the weekend.

Some of the local and international artists are:
The Cujo Family, Gypsy Rebel Rabble, The Baskersvilles, The New Peasants, The Big Muddy, Della Belle, Great Salt Lakes, Lemon Kush, Al and Conor, The Daily Howl, B and the Honeyboy, Greasy Coat String Band, Paul Coates, Huegrass, Diego Tijuana and Tucker. And the schedule is here.

Admission to all gigs is free.

www.rootsweekend.ie

Animal Farm

14:00 – 17:00, Sun 04 Aug

Dundrum Town Centre, Dundrum, Co. Dublin

Children can meet their animal friends in the “Pembroke Square” area of Dundrum Town Centre. Admission is free.

Check the website before you raise the hopes in your children. Dundrum Town Centre cancelled lots of events because of the totally incorrect “Severe weather warning” from Met Eireann. So it could easily happen that they cancel the Animal Farm event too.

www.dundrum.ie/events/fair-weather-fun/

Dublin Sketchers – Sunday Meet-up

14:00, Sun 04 Aug

Dublin (various locations)

The “Dublin Sketchers” is an informal group of typically hobby artists who go somewhere different in Dublin every Sunday (e.g. National Museum, Maritime Museum, Dublin Flea Market, Farmleigh, Botanic Gardens, Dublin Castle), sketch for one to two hours and then meet up for coffee afterwards and discuss their sketches. There are some hugely talented people among them and it is a great idea to meet up with others who have the same hobby. Find out on their website where they will meet and join them if you do some sketching/drawing yourself. I know that the Dublin Sketchers often use the Dublin Event Guide to find interesting free events and I am delighted to be able to help!

www.dublinsketchers.blogspot.com/

Portrane Flea Market

14:00 – 18:00, Sun 04 Aug

Portrane, North County Dublin

A big flea market will take place in Portrane, North County Dublin on Sat, Sun and Mon. To get there take Exit 4 off M1 or take the train to Donabate and follow the signs) There is free parking and admission is free.

There will be designer clothing, shoes, bags, jewelry, antiques, beautiful china and glass, used furniture, books, garden supplies and plants, a Christmas stall and much more.

Unfortunately I don’t have a link or any other supporting information.

Stella Bass Jazz Trio

14:00 – 16:00, Sun 04 Aug

Café en Seine, Dawson Street, Dublin 2

Afternoon Jazz in Café en Seine. The Stella Bass Jazz Trio play every Sunday from 14:00-16:00 in Café en Seine in Dawson Street. Admission is free. A video is here www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8aKqtOB5S8

www.stellabass.com

Family Drawing Sundays

14:30 – 16:30, Sun 04 Aug

Royal Hibernian Academy, 15 Ely Place, Dublin 2

Come to the Family Drawing Sundays in the RHA. All children are welcome to use the RHA Art Cart, in the RHA Atrium. Admission is free. For further information, contact Ruth Carroll on 01 6612558 or via ruth@rhagallery.ie

www.rhagallery.ie/html/educate/educate_family.html

Jazz Brunch – Oscar’s Cafe Bar

14:30 – 17:00, Sun 04 Aug

Oscar’s Cafe Bar, Smithfield Square, Dublin 7

Oscar’s Cafe Bar invites to their Jazz Brunch every Sunday. The brunch starts at 11:30 and there will be Jazz Music from 14:30-17:00. Admission is free.

The line-up is 04 Aug: Emilie Conway and Leopoldo Oslo (piano)

www.facebook.com/OscarsSmithfield

Municipal Gallery Revisited

15:00, Sun 04 Aug

Hugh Lane Gallery, Parnell Square North, Dublin 1

The public tour “The Municipal Gallery Revisited” with guide Ciaran Woods will take place. Admission is free and all are welcome, but places are limited.

www.hughlane.ie/lectures/lectures-past/940-public-tour-municipal-gallery-revisited

Museum Tour – National Print Museum

15:00 – 16:30, Sun 04 Aug

National Print Museum, Beggars Bush, Haddington Road, Dublin 4

Unlike the three branches of the National Museum, the National Print Museum is normally not free, but every Sunday there is a free public tour for the next few weeks. Every visit begins with a short audio-visual presentation where the audience can observe active retired printers providing practical demonstrations of machines from the Museum’s collection.

www.nationalprintmuseum.ie/guided-tours.html

Phoenix Park Sunday Talks

15:00, Sun 04 Aug

Phoenix Park Visitor Centre, Phoenix Park, Dublin 8

The Sunday Talk “Military History of the Phoenix Park” with Brian Curtain & Jerry Conroy will take place. Admission is free.

www.phoenixpark.ie/newsevents/title,24680,en.html

Rumbullion – Rum Festival

16:00, Sun 04 Aug

Twisted Pepper, 54 Middle Abbey Street, Dublin 1

The first Irish Rum Festival will take place on Sun and Mon in the Twisted Pepper. The event starts at 16:00. (The live gig from 22:00 with Derrick May from Detroit is not free, though.) Salsa performances, DJs, Samba Band performance, Mai-Tai and other Masterclasses, Giant Jenga and the screening of the film “Bartender” will take place and a variety of Rum brands will offer their products.

A chess simultaneous game where up to 20 chess players will challenge chess master Jonathan O’Connor will take place and you can participate for free. A Cuban Rum & Cigar Pairing Workshop will also take place, but the website for it was unavailable when I found out about it and therefore I am not sure if this is free or not.

The full programme for Sunday is here www.bodytonicmusic.com/events/3919/

www.bodytonicmusic.com/events/festival/rumbullion/

Trinity Bar & Venue – Live Music

17:00, Sun 04 Aug

Trinity Bar, 46-49 Dame Street, Dublin 2

The Trinity Bar, nect to the Cetntral Bank on Dame Street, has live music four nights/afternoons every week and admission is free:
Tues – 20:00: Theo Red (Alternative Rock)
Wed – 20:00: Tara Hill (Folk Rock, Celtic and Traditional)
Thurs – 20:00: Pachino Brothers (cover versions, oldies and own material)
Sun – 17:00: Traditional LIve Music

www.dublincitihotel.com/Bar-Dublin-City-Centre/

Long John Jump Band

18:00 – 20:00, Sun 04 Aug

Café en Seine, Dawson Street, Dublin 2

The wedding and party band The Long John Jump Band play every Sunday evening in Café en Seine. Admission is free.

www.longjohnjumpband.com/

Durango 14 – Gig

19:00, Sun 04 Aug

Whelan’s, 25 Wexford Street, Dublin 2

The Spanish surf ‘n’ roll band Durango14 is performing in Whelan’s from 19:00 in “Live from the Window”

www.whelanslive.com/index.php/live-from-the-window-w-durango14/

Workman’s Club Bank Holiday Sunday

19:00 – 03:00, Sun 04 Aug

Workman’s Club, 10 Wellington Quay, Dublin 2

A Bank Holiday Sunday Party with Live Music, Karaoke Club and DJ will take place in the Workman’s Club. The live music line-up is Tandem Felix, Jetsetter, My Mind Races, Frank Franko and Zebra.

Admission is free.

theworkmansclub.com/index.php/events/workmans-bank-holiday-sunday/

Saucy Sundays

19:30 – 02:30, Sun 04 Aug

Grand Social, Lower Liffey Street (near Ha’Penny Bridge), Dublin 1

Saucy Sundays is a weekly free live music afternoon and evening in the Grand Social. The line-up and links to all bands/performers are available via the Saucy Sundays Facebook Page (see link below). This week with: Beach, Humalaya, The Capitol. Richard Farrell / The Last Tribe, Shadowboxer, C, THe Nuisance, Brendan McGlynn.

www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001494016795&v=wall

Bray Summer Fest 2013 – Gigs

20:00 – 23:00, Sun 04 Aug

Seafront, Bray, Co. Wicklow

The bandstand at the seafront in Bray is the yearly venue for a whole range of bands throughout the 4 weeks of the Bray Summer Fest. At this last day, you can listen to

+ Martello Bar’s M Factor Winners: Ailish O’Sullivan and Sinead McConville (Sun 15:00-16:00)
+ Robbie Doyle (Sun 16:00-17:00)
+ Conor Linnie (Sun 17:00-18:00)
+ Storyfold (Sun 20:00-21:30)
+ Smash Hits (Sun 21:30-23:00) – Dance and 90s Pop Tribute band

The last gig on Sunday will be followed by the Finale Fireworks.

www.braysummerfest.com/events/categories/music/

Latin Ireland

20:00 – 02:00, Sun 04 Aug

4 Dame Lane, Dame Lane, Dublin 2

Every Sunday a band will play from 21:00-22:30, a Latin Beat Club, Brazilian DJs and Salsa Classes (from 18:00) are additional features. Admission is free.

www.4damelane.ie/

Apollo Sessions

20:30, Sun 04 Aug

Bleeding Horse, 24 Upper Camden St., Dublin 2

Every Sunday this singer-songwriter night takes place in the Bleeding Horse in Camden St. from 8.30pm. It is an Open mic night and performers can just turn up and put their name on the list for that night.

www.facebook.com/apollosessions

Comedy Crunch

21:00 – 00:00, Sun 04 Aug

Stag’s Head (downstairs), Dame Lane, Dublin 2

The Comedy Crunch is a free Stand Up comedy downstairs in Stag’s Head, Dame Lane from 21:00 every week on Sun+Mon. Every week different comedians entertain and on top of that there is some free ice cream. The line-up can be found via the Comedy Crunch Facebook Page (see link below).

www.facebook.com/pages/The-Comedy-Crunch/83791357330

Forro de Lampiao – Brazilian Dance

21:00 – 02:30, Sun 04 Aug

Grand Social, 35 Lower Liffey Street (near Ha’Penny Bridge), Dublin 1

Rogério from the Brazilian dance project “Forró de Lampião” in Dublin tells me: Forró de Lampião is Brazilian music that has the same roots as Samba and there is a whole culture that has developed around “forro”. Every Sunday, free dance classes take place in the Grand Social (new loation!) and if you are interested, just turn up one Sunday.

www.facebook.com/groups/forrodelampiaodublin/

Rhythm Rocker

21:00, Sun 04 Aug

The Globe, 11 South Great George’s Street, Dublin 2

“Rhythm Rocker at The Globe” is a weekly event on Sunday night in The Globe in Sth Great Georges Street, Dublin 2. It is a Rockabilly, R’n’R, Roots night with alternating (week by week) live bands Pavement Kings, Donna & The Sazzy Catz, The Mosquitoes and The Pacifics from 21:00 and with DJs from 23:00-01:30. Admission is free.

www.globe.ie/events.php

Sunday Roast

21:00, Sun 04 Aug

Mercantile, 28 Dame Street, Dublin 2

The weekly Sunday Roast is a free event in the Mercantile where live music is combined with free roast potatoes. The line-up for the upcoming Sunday Roast is available via the Sunday Roast Facebook Page (see link below). There will be Status of us, Race The Flux, Ms Sands, The Lany Ways.

www.facebook.com/thesundayroast

Billy Treacy & The Ha’Penny Heads

21:30, Sun 04 Aug

Ha’Penny Bridge Inn, 42 Wellington Quay Temple Bar, Dublin 2

Billy Treacy & The Ha’Penny Heads are playing Ballads, Folk, Trad and Classic Country every Sunday. Featuring Guitar, Mandolin, Fiddle and Banjo.

www.billytreacy.com/

Cool Hand Dukes

22:00, Sun 04 Aug

Porterhouse Central, 45-47 Nassau Street, Dublin 2

Every Sunday (except at Bank Holiday weekends), the Ragtime, Roots and Country Blues Band “Cool Hand Dukes” play in the Porterhouse near Grafton Street.

www.facebook.com/coolhand.dukes.1

Bray Summer Fest 2013 – Finale Fireworks

23:15 – 23:30, Sun 04 Aug

Seafront, Bray, Co. Wicklow

The Finale Fireworks for this year’s Bray Summer Fest will take place near the bandstand. Fireworks in Bray are usually of the better type, so it is worth going there, but be aware that there will be lots of people going, so traffic in the area will be heavy.

www.braysummerfest.com/Events/finale-fireworks/

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Rock ‘n’ Roll Dublin Half Marathon

08:30 – 12:15, Mon 05 Aug

Dublin (various locations)

The Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon takes place on Monday and it is a 21 km long street party, according to the organisers. Participation is not free, but if there is a street party then even the audience should benefit nicely from it. But it starts inconveniently early for a street party! The Start Line is at St. Stephen’s Green and the Finish Line is at Earlsfort Terrace.

From the start line at the Harcourt Street end of St. Stephen’s Green, the race goes to Kevin Street, Patrick Street, passing by St. Patrick’s Cathedral, then Christ Church Cathedral onto the South Quays to Heuston Station. The next 7.5 km are in Phoenix Park, which it leaves at Islandbridge, then onwards to Chapelizod, then to fringes of Ballyfermot (Sarsfield Road), to Kilmainham, South Circular Road, through Rialto, Dolphins Barn, Portobello, Charlemont Street, Harcourt Terrace and then onto Earlsfort Terrace with a finish outside the Conrad Hotel. The stage for the gig at the Finish Line is at the Leeson Street corner of St. Stephen’s Green.

A number of bands will play along the course and some of the better known performers are Moo, Santoria, Jupiter Forest, Radio Friendlies, Elevation Falls and at the finish line, The Delorentos (11:00-12:00). Performance areas are about every mile in sometimes unexpected places and you should check the map at ie.competitor.com/dublin/course to find them.

8000 participants are expected by the organisers and rolling road closures will take place from 08:10 until 14:00 with earlier closures for the zones around the start and finish line.

If you like a bit of music in the morning, check the band list, but since there is no list available that identifies which band performs where, it all is a bit of a lucky dip apart from the Finish Line performance by The Delorentos.

I have to admit that I expected a bit more Street Carnival and crowd entertainment when I heard about this event a few months ago, but I keep forgetting that it is a race that is organised by a commercial organisation, so the focus might be on something else.

Participants have to collect their gear and for this there is an Expo that has free admission. You could still register for the race there if you want but you can imagine that it is not free (EUR 55). More information about the Expo in a separate entry on Sat + Sun.

ie.competitor.com/dublin

Bank Holiday Monday

09:00, Mon 05 Aug

Dublin (various locations)

The August Bank Holiday Monday is typically a relatively quiet day as far as events are concerned. Nearly all shops are open as normal, but be aware that many museums and touristic sites are closed on Mondays (and that includes Bank Holidays). Some of the regular events are also affected by bank holidays. Some Monday events might not take place, but even some SUNDAY events could not take place or could be postponed to the Monday (as the last day of the weekend). Ideally you double check the events you want to go to to make sure that is is happening.

If you drive a car: Bus Lanes and Loading Bays and other day restricted “things” like cycling lanes do stick to the day and don’t care if it is a holiday or not. So don’t park or drive in a bus lane or on a cycling lane that is active on a Monday. The only exception: Pay & Display Parking is not enforced on bank holidays.

Sand Sculpture Exhibition

09:00 – 18:00, Mon 05 Aug

Dublin Castle, Dame Street, Dublin 2

This is a cool art installation! Every year for the last 11 years, a group of sculptors turns more than eighty tons of sand in a unique exhibition/installation outside in the Upper Courtyard of Dublin Castle.

This year’s theme for the sculptures is “The Bright Side” and will show what is good about Ireland and being Irish. Three big sand sculptures will be carved by the artists from Duthain Dealbh (Irish Sand Sculpture) from 29 July – 05 Aug and a fourth sculpture will be created from 10-14 Aug. The exhibition will run from 06-28 Aug and all will disappear on 29 Aug.

If you go to Dublin Castle over the weekend, you can still see the creation process and from Tuesday you can admire the end product. I have seen the Sand Sculpture Exhibition in previous years and definitely recommend a visit. Admission is free.

www.facebook.com/irish.sandsculpture

BootcampGO – Taster Classes

10:00, Mon 05 Aug

Dublin (various locations)

Bootcamp Ireland run outdoor fitness classes and are now on the hunt for new recruits. To give you a chance to try out their training, they are running free BootcampGO session this month at a whole variety of parks in Dublin.

“BootcampGO is a free one-hour mixed ability group fitness class led by Bootcamp Ireland’s instructors. Sessions are designed to give newcomers an introduction to “Life Style Sports Bootcamp Ireland” a fun, exhilarating and highly effective way to get outside and get fit with a group of like-minded class mates.” All classes are free but places limited. Check the website below for locations and availability at your local Park.

The upcoming locations are
05 Aug: Marino Institute at 19:00
06 Aug: St Annes park at 19:30
06 Aug: Mummy Bootcamp Marlay Park (10:30)
07 July: Herbert Park (19:15)

www.bootcampireland.com/index.php/programs/bootcampgo

Farmleigh House Food Market

10:00 – 17:00, Mon 05 Aug

Farmleigh House, Castleknock end of Phoenix Park, Dublin 15

The Farmleigh House Food Market takes place on Sunday and Monday. It is Farmer’s Market and Artisan Food Market in the “Farmyard” area of Farmleigh House.

There will be music on the bandstand as well: From 14:00-16:00 the Tallaght Youth Band will perform.

www.farmleigh.ie/Events/Title,24302,en.html

North Face Climbing Wall Experience

10:00 – 18:00, Mon 05 Aug

Filmbase, Curved Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

The North Face store in Temple Bar is launching their August sale with an free outdoor climbing event on Bank Holiday Monday. Outside Filmbase on Curved Street in Temple Bar, Irish rock climbing expert Dave Ayton from the Awesome Walls Climbing Centre and his team will give free master classes to everybody interested (from Age 6-99) on the 9m x 4m mobile climbing wall.

If rock climbing is something you always wanted to try, this is your perfect opportunity. There will be a safe environment and free expert tuition.

The North Face store sale will run from Mon 05 Aug – Sat 31 Aug with up to 40% off all clothes, footwear and accessories.

www.facebook.com/events/335962213204720

DLR Bay 10km Road Race

10:30, Mon 05 Aug

Dun Laoghaire (various locations)

The Dun Laoghaire Rathdown 10 km Race takes place. The race is not free, but watching, supporting, and cheering the runners on is. Start is at Newtownsmith Green (between the West Pier and the 40 ft) and the finish is at Dun Laoghaire Town Hall. All race information and a map of the route can be found here: www.dlrbay10k.ie/info.html

www.dlrbay10k.ie

Sillybilly Magic Shows

12:00, Mon 05 Aug

Dublin (various locations)

Sillybilly provides event entertainment and they have a whole range of events (usually free for the parents and children) taking place in July and August. At events they usually provide Music & Magic Shows and Ballon modelling and often also Face Painting. On the Facebook Page below, the locations wehre SillyBilly will be are listed and you best check them out and then bring your kids there to entertain them. ;-)

www.facebook.com/Sillybilly.ie

Archive at Lunchtime – August – IFI

13:00, Mon 05 Aug

Irish Film Institute, 6 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

The IFI continues with its free “Archive at Lunchtime” screenings and is increasing it to a daily screening in the summer months. The times vary a little from day to day (for the double bill on Saturdays 12:45), so make sure that you check the link below for the relevant day.

The daily programmes are
01+04+06+08+12+14+16+18+20+22+26+28+30 Aug: www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-programme-1-free/
02+05+07+09+11+13+15+19+21+23+25+27+29 Aug: www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-programme-2-free/
03+10+17+24+31 Aug: Saturday Double Bill www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-double-bill-free/

www.ifi.ie/

Summer Talks at the National Gallery

13:00 – 16:30, Mon 05 Aug

National Gallery, Clare Street, Dublin 2

For July and August, the National Gallery is inviting to near daily summer talks (two talks of 30 min, Mon-Sat) on aspects of Irish & European art. All talks take place in the National Gallery Lecture Theatre and admission is free. No booking is required.

The themes are:

+ Monday & Thursday: 13:00: Early 20th century Irish art / 15:00: Highlights of the Gallery’s Collection
+ Tuesday & Friday: 13:00: The World of Jack B. Yeats / 15:00: Masterpieces of the European Collection
+ Wednesday: 13:00: Exploring a Picture / 15:00: Aspects of Irish Art
+ Saturday: 15:00: Masterpieces of the European Collection

www.nationalgallery.ie/whatson

Yoga & Relaxation at Exchange

13:00 – 14:00, Mon 05 Aug

Exchange Dublin, Upper Exchange Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

You are invited to a yoga & relaxation class at Exchange Dublin on Mondays at lunchtime. All levels of experience are welcome. The class will focus on finding and creating space to breathe, relax and expand into the body as we move and practice yoga. Please wear comfortable, loose clothing and bring along a yoga mat if possible. The class is free of charge but donations are welcome.

www.exchangedublin.ie/

Portrane Flea Market

14:00 – 18:00, Mon 05 Aug

Portrane, North County Dublin

A big flea market will take place in Portrane, North County Dublin on Sat, Sun and Mon. To get there take Exit 4 off M1 or take the train to Donabate and follow the signs) There is free parking and admission is free.

There will be designer clothing, shoes, bags, jewelry, antiques, beautiful china and glass, used furniture, books, garden supplies and plants, a Christmas stall and much more.

Unfortunately I don’t have a link or any other supporting information.

First Monday Poetry Literary Reading

16:00 – 18:00, Mon 05 Aug

Exchange Dublin, Upper Exchange Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

This regular open-mic poetry/literary event is held on the first Monday of every month and anyone can come along to read aloud one or more of your favourite pieces from literature at the event or you can even request that someone else reads your favourite piece, if you don’t want to. The literary pieces don’t have to be in English or in Irish. Recently an extract from Dante’s ‘Inferno’ was read in the original Italian and some piece from Lorca was first read in Spanish and then translated into English. Admission is free.

www.facebook.com/CINECAFE.PictureShow

Rumbullion – Rum Festival

16:00, Mon 05 Aug

Twisted Pepper, 54 Middle Abbey Street, Dublin 1

The first Irish Rum Festival will take place on Sun and Mon in the Twisted Pepper. The event starts at 16:00. Salsa performances, DJs, Samba Band performance, Mai-Tai and other Masterclasses, Giant Jenga, the screening of the film “Bartender” and a talk about making great rums and another one about the history of the cocktail shaker will take place and a variety of Rum brands will offer their products. There will also be a Cocktail Competition.

The full programme for Monday is here www.bodytonicmusic.com/events/3920/

www.bodytonicmusic.com/events/festival/rumbullion/

Song Cycle

20:00, Mon 05 Aug

Whelan’s, 25 Wexford Street, Dublin 2

Song Cycle is a weekly Singer/Songriter showcase. This week the line-up is: Edisons, Funzo, Doppler plus guests: Admission is free,

www.whelanslive.com/index.php/song-cycle-w-edisons-funzo-doppler/

The Monday Echo

20:00 – 22:30, Mon 05 Aug

The International Bar, 23 Wicklow Street, Dublin 2

The Monday Echo is a weekly songwriter and poetry live showcase held on Mondays in the basement of The International Bar. Usually, the show has 3 songwriters and 3 poets who perform for roughly 20 minutes each. Admission is free.
The weekly line-up can be found via the Facebook Page below.

www.facebook.com/themondayecho

Comedy Crunch

21:00 – 23:00, Mon 05 Aug

Stag’s Head (downstairs), Dame Lane, Dublin 2

The Comedy Crunch is a free Stand Up comedy event every Sunday and Monday. Every week different comedians entertain and on top of good comedy you will get free ice cream. Admission is free. The line-up can be found via the Comedy Crunch Facebook Page (see link below).

www.facebook.com/pages/The-Comedy-Crunch/83791357330

Loose – Trad Sessions

21:00 – 23:30, Mon 05 Aug

Mother Reillys, 26/28 Upper Rathmines Road, Rathmines, Dublin 6

The 4-piece band Loose Trad are performing every Monday in Mother Reilly’s. www.loosetrad.com/ Admission is free.

www.facebook.com/motherreillysADMIN

Rock & Reggae Night – Hangover Club

21:45 – 02:30, Mon 05 Aug

Fibber Magee’s, Parnell Street, Dublin 1

Every Monday, a mix of musicians from bands like The Seven Deadly Skins / Animal Cracker / Upbeat Generation / Crete Boom & more come together to play a free night of Rock & Reggae.

www.facebook.com/TheHangoverClub

Tuesday 06 Aug

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Sand Sculpture Exhibition

09:00 – 18:00, Tue 06 Aug

Dublin Castle, Dame Street, Dublin 2

This is a cool art installation! Every year for the last 11 years, a group of sculptors turns more than eighty tons of sand in a unique exhibition/installation outside in the Upper Courtyard of Dublin Castle.

This year’s theme for the sculptures is “The Bright Side” and will show what is good about Ireland and being Irish. Three big sand sculptures will be carved by the artists from Duthain Dealbh (Irish Sand Sculpture) from 29 July – 05 Aug and a fourth sculpture will be created from 10-14 Aug. The exhibition will run from 06-28 Aug and all will disappear on 29 Aug.

I have seen the Sand Sculpture Exhibition in previous years and definitely recommend a visit. Admission is free.

www.facebook.com/irish.sandsculpture

BootcampGO – Taster Classes

10:00, Tue 06 Aug

Dublin (various locations)

Bootcamp Ireland run outdoor fitness classes and are now on the hunt for new recruits. To give you a chance to try out their training, they are running free BootcampGO session this month at a whole variety of parks in Dublin.

“BootcampGO is a free one-hour mixed ability group fitness class led by Bootcamp Ireland’s instructors. Sessions are designed to give newcomers an introduction to “Life Style Sports Bootcamp Ireland” a fun, exhilarating and highly effective way to get outside and get fit with a group of like-minded class mates.” All classes are free but places limited. Check the website below for locations and availability at your local Park.

The upcoming locations are
05 Aug: Marino Institute at 19:00
06 Aug: St Annes park at 19:30
06 Aug: Mummy Bootcamp Marlay Park (10:30)
07 July: Herbert Park (19:15)

www.bootcampireland.com/index.php/programs/bootcampgo

Runic Riddles

11:00 – 13:00, Tue 06 Aug

National Museum, Kildare Street (Archaeology), Dublin 2

Vikings told poems, stories and sagas about their gods and other mysterious creatures and wrote in special symbols called runes. Can you work out the secrets of the Viking Sagas by deciphering the runic riddles during this drop-in session? Located in the Learning Resource Room, first floor. Admission is free and no booking required. Suitable for Ages 6+

www.museum.ie/en/homepage.aspx

Archive at Lunchtime – August – IFI

13:00, Tue 06 Aug

Irish Film Institute, 6 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

The IFI continues with its free “Archive at Lunchtime” screenings and is increasing it to a daily screening in the summer months. The times vary a little from day to day (for the double bill on Saturdays 12:45), so make sure that you check the link below for the relevant day.

The daily programmes are
01+04+06+08+12+14+16+18+20+22+26+28+30 Aug: www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-programme-1-free/
02+05+07+09+11+13+15+19+21+23+25+27+29 Aug: www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-programme-2-free/
03+10+17+24+31 Aug: Saturday Double Bill www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-double-bill-free/

www.ifi.ie/

Gathering Church of Ireland records

13:00 – 13:30, Tue 06 Aug

National Library, Kildare Street, Dublin 2

The National Library of Ireland is hosting a series of lunchtime lectures on different aspects of Irish family history research in July and August and the lecture on Tuesday is with Susan Hood, from the Representative Church Body Library about “Gathering Church of Ireland records”. Admission is free.

www.nli.ie/en/list/current-events.aspx

Summer Talks at the National Gallery

13:00 – 16:30, Tue 06 Aug

National Gallery, Clare Street, Dublin 2

For July and August, the National Gallery is inviting to near daily summer talks (two talks of 30 min, Mon-Sat) on aspects of Irish & European art. All talks take place in the National Gallery Lecture Theatre and admission is free. No booking is required.

The themes are:

+ Monday & Thursday: 13:00: Early 20th century Irish art / 15:00: Highlights of the Gallery’s Collection
+ Tuesday & Friday: 13:00: The World of Jack B. Yeats / 15:00: Masterpieces of the European Collection
+ Wednesday: 13:00: Exploring a Picture / 15:00: Aspects of Irish Art
+ Saturday: 15:00: Masterpieces of the European Collection

www.nationalgallery.ie/whatson

Back Door Sessions

20:00, Tue 06 Aug

Sweeney Mongrel’s, 32 Dame Street, Dublin 2

This is an open mic night with Special Guests. Arrive, sign in (from 19:00) and play and if you are a performer you get a free beer. Admission is free.

www.facebook.com/sweeneysbar

Goddess Group

20:00 – 22:00, Tue 06 Aug

Exchange Dublin, Upper Exchange Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

A meeting group for women (age 18 and over) to learn to celebrate femininity, discuss themes ideas and philosophies, share, heal, drink tea, support each other, have some fun and make new friends. Discover and celebrate your inner Goddesses together.

Admission is free, but donations of up to EUR 5 to cover tea and for the use of the space are appreciated.

www.exchangedublin.ie/

The Last Tycoons (open mic)

20:00, Tue 06 Aug

O’Donoghue’s, Suffolk Street, Dublin 2

Open Mic Night with The Last Tycoons in O’Donoghue’s on Suffolk Street every Tues from 20:00. It’s free and anyone can get up, sing a song or do whatever they like.

www.facebook.com/pages/ODonoghues-Open-Mic/71834618844

Trinity Bar & Venue – Live Music

20:00, Tue 06 Aug

Trinity Bar, 46-49 Dame Street, Dublin 2

The Trinity Bar, nect to the Cetntral Bank on Dame Street, has live music four nights/afternoons every week and admission is free:
Tues – 20:00: Theo Red (Alternative Rock)
Wed – 20:00: Tara Hill (Folk Rock, Celtic and Traditional)
Thurs – 20:00: Pachino Brothers (cover versions, oldies and own material)
Sun – 17:00: Traditional LIve Music

www.dublincitihotel.com/Bar-Dublin-City-Centre/

Exchange Words – Scriptwriting Workshop

21:00 – 23:00, Tue 06 Aug

Exchange Dublin, Upper Exchange Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

Exchange Words, a new scriptwriting (film and theatre) group is starting up again. It is a safe space where writers, artists and actors can come together to collaborate, create and have fun. The workshop is free and open to all.

More detail is here

www.exchangedublin.ie/ai1ec_event/exchange-words-is-back?instance_id=1296118

www.exchangedublin.ie/calendar

The Grand Folk Club

21:00, Tue 06 Aug

Grand Social, Lower Liffey Street (near Ha’Penny Bridge), Dublin 1

The weekly “Grand Folk Club” will feature Trad, Ballads, Americana, Folk, World Music & More. This Tuesday, the line-up is not yet announced, so check the website below closer to the date. Admission is (usually) free.

www.thegrandsocial.ie/event/the-grand-folk-club/2013-08-06/

White Chocolate

23:30, Tue 06 Aug

The Mezz, 24/25 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

White Chocolate is playing Rock Covers from 23:30 in The Mezz in Temple Bar.

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Sand Sculpture Exhibition

09:00 – 18:00, Wed 07 Aug

Dublin Castle, Dame Street, Dublin 2

This is a cool art installation! Every year for the last 11 years, a group of sculptors turns more than eighty tons of sand in a unique exhibition/installation outside in the Upper Courtyard of Dublin Castle.

This year’s theme for the sculptures is “The Bright Side” and will show what is good about Ireland and being Irish. Three big sand sculptures will be carved by the artists from Duthain Dealbh (Irish Sand Sculpture) from 29 July – 05 Aug and a fourth sculpture will be created from 10-14 Aug. The exhibition will run from 06-28 Aug and all will disappear on 29 Aug.

I have seen the Sand Sculpture Exhibition in previous years and definitely recommend a visit. Admission is free.

www.facebook.com/irish.sandsculpture

BootcampGO – Taster Classes

10:00, Wed 07 Aug

Dublin (various locations)

Bootcamp Ireland run outdoor fitness classes and are now on the hunt for new recruits. To give you a chance to try out their training, they are running free BootcampGO session this month at a whole variety of parks in Dublin.

“BootcampGO is a free one-hour mixed ability group fitness class led by Bootcamp Ireland’s instructors. Sessions are designed to give newcomers an introduction to “Life Style Sports Bootcamp Ireland” a fun, exhilarating and highly effective way to get outside and get fit with a group of like-minded class mates.” All classes are free but places limited. Check the website below for locations and availability at your local Park.

The upcoming locations are
05 Aug: Marino Institute at 19:00
06 Aug: St Annes park at 19:30
06 Aug: Mummy Bootcamp Marlay Park (10:30)
07 July: Herbert Park (19:15)

www.bootcampireland.com/index.php/programs/bootcampgo

Phoenix Park – Guided Walks

11:00 – 12:30, Wed 07 Aug

Phoenix Park Visitor Centre, Phoenix Park, Dublin 8

A guided walk “Sporting History of the Park” with Roy Barron will take place in Phoenix Park. Participation is free.

www.phoenixpark.ie/newsevents/title,23880,en.html

Birdwatch: Record Breakers

12:00 – 13:00, Wed 07 Aug

National Museum, Merrion Street (Natural History), Dublin 2

Join the team from Birdwatch Ireland to hear on this tour about record breaking birds – from the world’s fastest to Europe’s smallest and everything in between. For families with children 4-8 years. Admission is free and no booking required.

www.museum.ie/en/homepage.aspx

Archive at Lunchtime – August – IFI

13:00, Wed 07 Aug

Irish Film Institute, 6 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

The IFI continues with its free “Archive at Lunchtime” screenings and is increasing it to a daily screening in the summer months. The times vary a little from day to day (for the double bill on Saturdays 12:45), so make sure that you check the link below for the relevant day.

The daily programmes are
01+04+06+08+12+14+16+18+20+22+26+28+30 Aug: www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-programme-1-free/
02+05+07+09+11+13+15+19+21+23+25+27+29 Aug: www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-programme-2-free/
03+10+17+24+31 Aug: Saturday Double Bill www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-double-bill-free/

www.ifi.ie/

Lunchtime Talk – Phoenix Park

13:00 – 14:00, Wed 07 Aug

Phoenix Park Visitor Centre, Phoenix Park, Dublin 8

The lunchtime talk “Nature’s Medicine” with Philip McCabe (Irish Beekeeper’s Association) willt ake place. Admission is free.

www.phoenixpark.ie/newsevents/title,24681,en.html

Summer Talks at the National Gallery

13:00 – 16:30, Wed 07 Aug

National Gallery, Clare Street, Dublin 2

For July and August, the National Gallery is inviting to near daily summer talks (two talks of 30 min, Mon-Sat) on aspects of Irish & European art. All talks take place in the National Gallery Lecture Theatre and admission is free. No booking is required.

The themes are:

+ Monday & Thursday: 13:00: Early 20th century Irish art / 15:00: Highlights of the Gallery’s Collection
+ Tuesday & Friday: 13:00: The World of Jack B. Yeats / 15:00: Masterpieces of the European Collection
+ Wednesday: 13:00: Exploring a Picture / 15:00: Aspects of Irish Art
+ Saturday: 15:00: Masterpieces of the European Collection

www.nationalgallery.ie/whatson

History Mystery Workshop

14:00 – 15:30, Wed 07 Aug

National Museum, Collins Barracks (Decorative Arts & History), 7 Benburb Street, Dublin 7

Become a History Detective and look for clues hidden in the Museum’s galleries. Activities are free and materials are provided. No booking required. Suitable for Families.

www.museum.ie/en/homepage.aspx

Havana International Language Exchange

16:30 – 19:30, Wed 07 Aug

Havana Tapas Bar, Georges St, Dublin 2

The “Havana International Language Exchange” is taking place every Wed from 16:30-19:30 in Havana Tapas Bar in George’s Street. There are many Spanish speakers and English-speakers are explicitly invited, but everyone else is certainly very welcome too, to meet for a chat to improve your Spanish or English.

www.facebook.com/pages/Havana-Tapas-Bar/10503361821

Louise Phillips – Book Launch

18:30 – 20:00, Wed 07 Aug

Gutter Bookshop, Cow’s Lane, Temple Bar, Dublin 8

The new crime thriller “The Doll’s House” by Louise Phillips will be launched in the Gutter Bookshop on Wednesday. Admission is free and everybody is welcome.

gutterbookshop.com/events.html

King Kong Club

20:00, Wed 07 Aug

Mercantile, 28 Dame Street, Dublin 2

The King Kong Club is a weekly music game-show in the Mercantile. Each week 6-7 bands/solo artists play three songs each. At the end of all the performances a clap-off with the King Kong Club Clap-o-Meter takes place and the winner goes through to a semi-final and it all culminates after six months of competition with The Grand Final, held in front of a panel of celebrity judges.

The list of performers is not yet announced on their Facebook Page and I am not sure if it will be put up there, but check it anyway.

www.facebook.com/TheKingKongClubDublin

Trinity Bar & Venue – Live Music

20:00, Wed 07 Aug

Trinity Bar, 46-49 Dame Street, Dublin 2

The Trinity Bar, nect to the Cetntral Bank on Dame Street, has live music four nights/afternoons every week and admission is free:
Tues – 20:00: Theo Red (Alternative Rock)
Wed – 20:00: Tara Hill (Folk Rock, Celtic and Traditional)
Thurs – 20:00: Pachino Brothers (cover versions, oldies and own material)
Sun – 17:00: Traditional LIve Music

www.dublincitihotel.com/Bar-Dublin-City-Centre/

The Song Room (open mic)

20:30, Wed 07 Aug

The Globe, 11 South Great George’s Street, Dublin 2

“The Song Room” is another open mic event. It takes place in The Globe in George’s Street at 20:30 every Wednesday.

www.hamletsweeney.com/events/

The Zodiac Sessions (open mic)

20:30, Wed 07 Aug

Bruxelles, Harry Street, Dublin 2

“The Zodiac Sessions” is a regular open mic event from 20:30 in Bruxelles (between Grafton Street and Westbury Hotel) for unsigned musicians. Admission is free and there is a different line-up every week.

www.thezodiacsessions.com/

Bad Boy Jake

21:00, Wed 07 Aug

Gypsy Rose Blues & Rock Bar, 5 Aston Quay, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

Bad Boy Jake are every Wednesday in the Gypsy Rose Rock & Blues Bar playing their rock, blues and American.

www.dublinsessions.ie/gypsy.html

Trad Session

21:30, Wed 07 Aug

Hedigan’s (The Brian Boru), 4 Prospect Road, Phibsborough, Dublin 11

Traditional Irish Music Session in Hedigan’s (The Brian Boru) in Phibsborough from 21:30 every Wednesday. If you play an instrument you are especially welcome (all levels are welcome).

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Sand Sculpture Exhibition

09:00 – 18:00, Thu 08 Aug

Dublin Castle, Dame Street, Dublin 2

This is a cool art installation! Every year for the last 11 years, a group of sculptors turns more than eighty tons of sand in a unique exhibition/installation outside in the Upper Courtyard of Dublin Castle.

This year’s theme for the sculptures is “The Bright Side” and will show what is good about Ireland and being Irish. Three big sand sculptures will be carved by the artists from Duthain Dealbh (Irish Sand Sculpture) from 29 July – 05 Aug and a fourth sculpture will be created from 10-14 Aug. The exhibition will run from 06-28 Aug and all will disappear on 29 Aug.

I have seen the Sand Sculpture Exhibition in previous years and definitely recommend a visit. Admission is free.

www.facebook.com/irish.sandsculpture

The Ferocious Mingle Marcade

11:00 – 18:00, Thu 08 Aug

72 Thomas Street (between the Vicar St venue & Cafe Notto), Dublin 8

The Ferocious Mingle Marcade (Market and Arcade) place every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. On Sunday it is a fancy dress market. It’s a flea-market type permanent market with stalls and “chalets” for traders. The Oscar Verne Café on site and (at least at the weekends) live music adds even more character.

www.facebook.com/pages/The-Ferocious-Mingle-Marcade/232446616822953

Dublin Food Co-op

12:00 – 20:00, Thu 08 Aug

Dublin Food Co-op, Newmarket, Dublin 8

The Dublin Food Co-op is open every Thursday at Newmarket for organic wholefoods and sustainable household products, plus over a dozen producer stalls offering organic fruit and veg., baked goods, dairy produce, wines, hot and cold food, etc.
The Co-op is also opened on Saturdays 09:30 – 16:30. 12:00-20:00.

www.dublinfood.coop

Archive at Lunchtime – August – IFI

13:00, Thu 08 Aug

Irish Film Institute, 6 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

The IFI continues with its free “Archive at Lunchtime” screenings and is increasing it to a daily screening in the summer months. The times vary a little from day to day (for the double bill on Saturdays 12:45), so make sure that you check the link below for the relevant day.

The daily programmes are
01+04+06+08+12+14+16+18+20+22+26+28+30 Aug: www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-programme-1-free/
02+05+07+09+11+13+15+19+21+23+25+27+29 Aug: www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-programme-2-free/
03+10+17+24+31 Aug: Saturday Double Bill www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-double-bill-free/

www.ifi.ie/

Opera in the Open

13:00, Thu 08 Aug

Amphitheatre, Dublin City Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8

In its 13th year, Dublin City Council’s Art Office is inviting you to “Opera in the Open” every Thursday at 13:00 during August. Admission is free and the programme for 2013 is:
08 August: Werther (Massenet)
15 August: The Turn of the Screw (Britten)
22 August: L’Elisir D’Amore (Donizetti)
29 August: Candide (Bernstein)
The leaflet is here: www.dublincity.ie/Press/Documents/OperaInThePark.pdf

www.facebook.com/pages/Opera-In-The-Open/125207224255

Summer Talks at the National Gallery

13:00 – 16:30, Thu 08 Aug

National Gallery, Clare Street, Dublin 2

For July and August, the National Gallery is inviting to near daily summer talks (two talks of 30 min, Mon-Sat) on aspects of Irish & European art. All talks take place in the National Gallery Lecture Theatre and admission is free. No booking is required.

The themes are:

+ Monday & Thursday: 13:00: Early 20th century Irish art / 15:00: Highlights of the Gallery’s Collection
+ Tuesday & Friday: 13:00: The World of Jack B. Yeats / 15:00: Masterpieces of the European Collection
+ Wednesday: 13:00: Exploring a Picture / 15:00: Aspects of Irish Art
+ Saturday: 15:00: Masterpieces of the European Collection

www.nationalgallery.ie/whatson

The Roscommon Famine

13:00 – 13:30, Thu 08 Aug

National Library, Kildare Street, Dublin 2

The National Library is hosting a series of free lunchtime lectures on different aspects of Irish family history research in July and August. On Thursday 08 August Ciaran Reilly, NUI Maynooth will discuss The Roscommon Famine Diaspora.

www.nli.ie/en/list/current-events.aspx

Tribute to Ravi Shankar – Lunchtime Concert

13:15, Thu 08 Aug

St Ann’s Church, Dawson Street, Dublin 2

St Ann’s CHurch will be the venue for the “Tribute to Ravi Shankar” lunchtime concert on Friday with Debajyoti Sanyal, tabla and Joyeeta Sanyal, sitar.

Admission is free, a donation is welcome.

stann.dublin.anglican.org/concerts/index.php

Inspectorium: Meteorites

14:30 – 16:30, Thu 08 Aug

National Museum, Merrion Street (Natural History), Dublin 2

Examine some pieces of outer space from the Natural History Handling collection including a meteorite that is 4 billion years old during this drop-in session. Admission is free, no booking required and suitable for all ages. Drop-in activity.

www.museum.ie/en/homepage.aspx

Temple Bar Night Market

18:00 – 22:30, Thu 08 Aug

Temple Bar, Dublin 2

The last (for now) Temple Bar Night Market will take place on Thursday. There will be arts and crafts (e.g. handmade soaps, candles, beadwork, fashion, upcycled arts & crafts and jewellery) on sale at a range of stalls.

It is a great idea to have a market like that. I know that some people were wondering if it is just a repeat of the Designer Mart that takes place on a Saturday. I didn’t make it to the Night Market yet and am therefore not sure, but there would not necessarily be anything wrong with that as it has to start somewhere and then grow. Other critique was that there are no food stalls, but I would say the Temple Bar traders would prefer if you came to their premises for food. ;-) So not having additional food stalls probably makes a lot of sense to them!?

Give it a go. It is the last market unless more will be scheduled soon and it can only get improved if people go to it….otherwise it will disappear again.

www.facebook.com/events/406184172824319/

Live Music at the Mill Pond

18:30 – 20:00, Thu 08 Aug

Dundrum Town Centre, Dundrum, Co. Dublin

Live music will be performed at the Mill Pond at Dundrum Town Centre. Check the website before you go a) for the name/type of performer and b) to find out if the event will go ahead.

www.dundrum.ie/events/fair-weather-fun/

Dimestore Recordings presents

20:00, Thu 08 Aug

Sweeney Mongrel’s, 32 Dame Street, Dublin 2

Dimestore Recordings run a weekly event in Sweeney Mongrel’s, Dame Street (formerly Le Cirk) with a variety of bands and performers. It starts at 20:00, follow the link for the line up.

www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000163463304&sk=wall

Trinity Bar & Venue – Live Music

20:00, Thu 08 Aug

Trinity Bar, 46-49 Dame Street, Dublin 2

The Trinity Bar, nect to the Cetntral Bank on Dame Street, has live music four nights/afternoons every week and admission is free:
Tues – 20:00: Theo Red (Alternative Rock)
Wed – 20:00: Tara Hill (Folk Rock, Celtic and Traditional)
Thurs – 20:00: Pachino Brothers (cover versions, oldies and own material)
Sun – 17:00: Traditional LIve Music

www.dublincitihotel.com/Bar-Dublin-City-Centre/

Bad Boy Jake

21:00, Thu 08 Aug

Rathmines Inn, 82 Lower Rathmines Road Dublin 6

Bad Boy Jake are every Thursday until the end of February in the newly re-opened Rathmines Inn, playing their rock, blues and Americana.

Jaime Nanci & The Blue Boys

21:00, Thu 08 Aug

Mercantile, 28 Dame Street, Dublin 2

Jaime Nanci & The Blue Boys are playing a weekly gig in the Mercantile Hotel on Thursdays. Their music is swing, blues, bebop and doo wop. Admission is free.

www.facebook.com/jaimenanciandtheblueboys

Max Zaska / Patrick Groenland

21:00, Thu 08 Aug

The International Bar, 23 Wicklow Street, Dublin 2

The Max Zaska group and the Patrick Groenland group will perform on alternating Thursdays from 21:00 in the International Bar on 23 Wicklow Street.

Thirsty Thursday (open mic)

21:00, Thu 08 Aug

The Bridge Inn, 22 Temple Hill, Chapelizod, Dublin 20

“Thirsty Thursday” Open Mic Night from 21:00 in the Bridge Inn in Chapelizod Village.

www.facebook.com/pages/The-Bridge-Inn-Chapelizod/350005960758

Left, Right & Centre – Blues+Soul

21:30, Thu 08 Aug

Frank Ryan’s Bar, Queen Street, Smithfield, Dublin 7

Every Thursday “Left Right & Centre” play a mix of blues & soul with a bit of rock&roll.

www.frankryans.com

McNeills Trad Music Pub Sessions

21:30, Thu 08 Aug

J. McNeills, 140 Capel Street, Dublin 7

Every Thursday a free Trad Session takes place in McNeills and often there are high profile Trad musicians performing. Until the end of August, that Thursday Session is part of the Steeple Sessions programme (www.steeplesessions.com )

www.facebook.com/McNeillsPubSessions

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Sand Sculpture Exhibition

09:00 – 18:00, Fri 09 Aug

Dublin Castle, Dame Street, Dublin 2

This is a cool art installation! Every year for the last 11 years, a group of sculptors turns more than eighty tons of sand in a unique exhibition/installation outside in the Upper Courtyard of Dublin Castle.

This year’s theme for the sculptures is “The Bright Side” and will show what is good about Ireland and being Irish. Three big sand sculptures will be carved by the artists from Duthain Dealbh (Irish Sand Sculpture) from 29 July – 05 Aug and a fourth sculpture will be created from 10-14 Aug. The exhibition will run from 06-28 Aug and all will disappear on 29 Aug.

I have seen the Sand Sculpture Exhibition in previous years and definitely recommend a visit. Admission is free.

www.facebook.com/irish.sandsculpture

Tower Records Anniversary – Hot Sprockets

10:00, Fri 09 Aug

Tower Records Ireland, 6-8 Wicklow Street, Dublin 2

A Tower Records 20th Anniversary Gig with the Hot Sprockets is taking place on Friday, but I don’t have any details for it yet. I am not even sure if it will be free. So if you are interested, check the Tower Records Facebook Page and hopefully all relevant information will be there at some point closer to the day.

www.facebook.com/TowerRecordsDublin

Genealogy Open Days

10:30 – 16:00, Fri 09 Aug

Dublin City Library & Archive, 138-144 Pearse Street, Dublin 2

If you are trying to trace your family tree, you should come along to a free genealogy open day in the Dublin City Library and Archive where you can meet and get advice on your research from genealogists. Drop in anytime over the day to get information and a free search on family history resources. Various Irish genealogy organisations will have information stands. Dublin City Library and Archive will also showcase its array of family history resources. Admission is free.

www.dublincitypubliclibraries.ie/

The Ferocious Mingle Marcade

11:00 – 18:00, Fri 09 Aug

72 Thomas Street (between the Vicar St venue & Cafe Notto), Dublin 8

The Ferocious Mingle Marcade (Market and Arcade) place every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. On Sunday it is a fancy dress market. It’s a flea-market type permanent market with stalls and “chalets” for traders. The Oscar Verne Café on site and (at least at the weekends) live music adds even more character.

www.facebook.com/pages/The-Ferocious-Mingle-Marcade/232446616822953

Archive at Lunchtime – August – IFI

13:00, Fri 09 Aug

Irish Film Institute, 6 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

The IFI continues with its free “Archive at Lunchtime” screenings and is increasing it to a daily screening in the summer months. The times vary a little from day to day (for the double bill on Saturdays 12:45), so make sure that you check the link below for the relevant day.

The daily programmes are
01+04+06+08+12+14+16+18+20+22+26+28+30 Aug: www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-programme-1-free/
02+05+07+09+11+13+15+19+21+23+25+27+29 Aug: www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-programme-2-free/
03+10+17+24+31 Aug: Saturday Double Bill www.ifi.ie/film/archive-at-lunchtime-double-bill-free/

www.ifi.ie/

Summer Talks at the National Gallery

13:00 – 16:30, Fri 09 Aug

National Gallery, Clare Street, Dublin 2

For July and August, the National Gallery is inviting to near daily summer talks (two talks of 30 min, Mon-Sat) on aspects of Irish & European art. All talks take place in the National Gallery Lecture Theatre and admission is free. No booking is required.

The themes are:

+ Monday & Thursday: 13:00: Early 20th century Irish art / 15:00: Highlights of the Gallery’s Collection
+ Tuesday & Friday: 13:00: The World of Jack B. Yeats / 15:00: Masterpieces of the European Collection
+ Wednesday: 13:00: Exploring a Picture / 15:00: Aspects of Irish Art
+ Saturday: 15:00: Masterpieces of the European Collection

www.nationalgallery.ie/whatson

Circus Skills Workshop

14:00 – 17:00, Fri 09 Aug

Dundrum Town Centre, Dundrum, Co. Dublin

An interactive Circus Skills workshop for all ages will take place at the “Pembroke Square” area of Dundrum Town Centre.

www.dundrum.ie/events/fair-weather-fun/

Garden Walking Tour – Farmleigh House

14:00 – 15:00, Fri 09 Aug

Farmleigh House, Castleknock end of Phoenix Park, Dublin 15

A Garden Walking Tour with Guest Speaker Carmel Duignan will take place. Meet at the Walled Garden.

www.farmleigh.ie/Events/Title,24302,en.html

Flea Friday

17:00 – 22:00, Fri 09 Aug

Dark Horse Inn, 1-2 George’s Quay, Dublin 2

The new Flea Friday, a Flea Market in the Dark Hose Inn on Fridays will start from 19 April. You will find clothes, jewellery, cake, records, art, etc at the market. Admission is free.

www.facebook.com/events/546772148695939/?ref=22

D-Riculous

19:00, Fri 09 Aug

Whelan’s, 25 Wexford Street, Dublin 2

D-Riculous All Stars are performing in Whelan’s “Live from the Wondow” slot. Admission is free.

www.whelanslive.com/index.php/live-from-the-window-w-d-riculous-all-stars/

Greek and European Folk Dance

19:00 – 20:30, Fri 09 Aug

Exchange Dublin, Upper Exchange Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

A free Greek and European Folk Dance class open to all. Contact Katerini Papathanasiou on papath.kat@gmail.com

www.exchangedublin.ie/calendar

Cornucopia – Live Music

19:30 – 21:30, Fri 09 Aug

Cornucopia Café & Restaurant, 19/20 Wicklow Street, Dublin 2

Cornucopia Café & Restaurant host live music three evenings a week (Thurs, Fri and Sat). The restaurant is a Wholefood & Vegetarian Restaurant and is open until 22:15.
+ Every second Thursday N.C Lawlor, a songwriter, session player and troubadour plays a mix of country, bluegrass & blues from 19:30-21:30.
+ Every Friday (19:30-21:30) Junshi Murakami plays Irish Harp.
+ Every Saturday (19:30-21:30) Nollaig Mann plays a collection of popular and jazz classics.

www.cornucopia.ie

Dublin Friday Night Skate

19:30, Fri 09 Aug

Dublin (various locations)

On 02 Aug the first Dublin Friday Night Skate took place and if the project continues there should be a second one on Friday 09 Aug. For starting time, route and meeting point, check the Facebook Page below.

www.facebook.com/skatedublin

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs – Film Screening

19:30 – 21:30, Fri 09 Aug

Exchange Dublin, Upper Exchange Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

Elevate Arts Production is a group of DCU MA in Multimedia students, who did a group dissertation and have developed a short film as part of it.

The short film creatively expresses the ideas and philosophies behind the Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. Maslow believed that we all have the ability to transcend our emotional and psychological state to a higher level of being, but that we also have a set of needs that are arranged in five hierarchical stages (physiological, safety, love/belonging, esteem and self-actualization). Maslow’s ideas are very interesting if you are interested in the slightest in personal development and you can read more about it here.

Maslow’s theory will be interpreted in the short-film and expressed through the protagonist Laia, who travels through each
physiological and psychological stage within the film.

The film will be screened from 09-11 August in the Exchange all-day on a continual loop and the audience is encouraged to interact and assess the theory and maybe/hopefully reflect about it and develop an interest in personal growth.

The screening will start on Friday at 12:00 and in the evening from 19:30-21:00, the launch will take place.

www.facebook.com/exchangedublin

Dublin Tribal Spirit – Drumming Circle

20:00 – 22:00, Fri 09 Aug

Lantern Centre, 17 Synge Street, Dublin 8

“Dublin Tribal Spirit” is a weekly event that gives you the great experience of a drumming circle with african drums and authentic tribal rhythms. Tom and Sinead, who run that event are providing lots of drums for it and teach you the rhythms.

There is no formal admission charge for this event, but donations are expected. The organisers bring their own 20-30 drums to it every week, so they are looking for donations to keep the event going.

www.facebook.com/pages/Dublin-Tribal-Spirit/201639663203598

Addison Lodge Open Mic Night

21:00 – 00:30, Fri 09 Aug

Addison Lodge, Botanic Road, Glasnevin, Dublin 9

The Addison Lodge are inviting local bands, musicians, poets, comedians and performers to share their talents at the new Addison Lodge Open Mic Nights in Glasnevin (opposite the Botanic Gardens). The event takes place every week. Admission is free.

www.addisonlodge.com/archives/276

Live Music – Stillorgan Orchard

21:00, Fri 09 Aug

Stillorgan Orchard, The Hill, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin

The Stillorgan Orchard provides regular live music. The upcoming gigs are detailed on the website below.

www.stillorganorchard.com/live_music.html

Bridges of Madison County / Hounds

22:30, Fri 09 Aug

Whelan’s, 25 Wexford Street, Dublin 2

“The Bridges of Madison Counnty” and the :Hounds: ae performing in the Midnight Hour slot and admission is free before 22:30.

www.whelanslive.com/index.php/live-from-the-window-w-d-riculous-all-stars/

Events Coming Up

Dublin Mountains Partnership – Guided Walks

10+11+24 Aug – 11:00

The next guided free walks by the Dublin Mountain Partnership are taking place on 10, 11 and 24 August. The walks have different degrees of difficulties and requiremens. Check the website and also check the pre-registration requirement. www.dublinmountains.ie/news/upcoming_events/?no_cache=1

Not free, but interesting nevertheless:

– Big House Festival in Castletown House (03-05 Aug)
– Oxegen
– Castle Palooza

and about 41 other festivals throughout Ireland!

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This is odd

Please note: This section contains observations taken from the world I live in that strike me as odd. I express my personal opinion and you might not share it. If you are easily offended by opinions that are not identical with your own, please don’t read this section. ;-)

Vintner Federation – Idiotic beyond belief?

The Vintner’s Federation of Ireland represents the pubs in Ireland and understandably does lobby and fight on behalf of their members (the pubs) against or for anything that will bring them an advantage. No problem with that! We might not agree with many of the things they come up with (actually I NEVER agreed with them EVER), but they have a job to do.

However, unless they are on a remote island or unless they think people are too stupid to liste and read what ideas they come up with, you would expect that they go around on their toes, carefully nudging and lobbying in favour of their clients. Not so! The Vintner’s Federation is happy to annoy all their paying customer with their hairbrained ideas just for MAYBE a small advantage.

Or how else could you explain the idea of a “lid levy”? A lid levy means that if you go to an off-licence (Enemy No 1 for pubs) you have to pay a surcharge on the alcohol you buy. And this surcharge is then used to pay sports organisations the money that they lose when Sports Sponsorship by Alcol brands will be forbidden.

Wait! Did they just say: We won’t reduce the alcohol price in pubs despite the fact that the alcohol company doesn’t need some part of the money anymore for sponsorship. Instead we will keep that money now in our pocket and, you know what, why don’t you just pay more so that the poor sports clubs get some money from you.

I genuinely see a problem for sports clubs if sports sponsorhip by alcohol brands will be forbidden, but the Vintner’s idea must be the oddest and most idiotic idea of them all. Just The only intention is to come up with SOME justification for increasing the off-licence price and the Vintner’s don’t care how crazy the idea is they dream up. What an odd bunch! I’d say they need some PR consultant to help them with the “shooting your own foot” problem. www.thejournal.ie/lid-levy-alcohol-sponsorship-sports-1013466-Jul2013/

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