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The fashion industry accounts for almost one-tenth of all carbon emissions worldwide, and the waste it produces significantly impacts our environment. With the problem on track to keep growing, we have a part to play in the solution.
Get a taste of what's happening around Dublin this Christmas. From markets to theatre, visits to Santa, carol singing, Winter Lights walking trails and more...there's something for everyone in Dublin this Christmas.
In the heart of Dublin 7, SPADE is more than just a shared kitchen space; it is a beacon of support for food and beverage start-ups. Located within the historic St. Paul’s Church, SPADE has nurtured culinary entrepreneurs for 30 years, significantly impacting the Dublin and Irish food and beverage scene. Having undergone significant development last year, supported by the Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Dublin City, Enterprise Ireland, and DCC’s Economic Development Office, SPADE is now better equipped to support a greater number of food businesses. The facility includes a state-of-the-art shared kitchen f
This page is dedicated to all things related to the Night-Time Economy in Dublin. Here, you’ll find updates on what Dublin’s Night-Time Economy Advisor has been up to, along with various initiatives Dublin City Council is implementing to enhance our city after dark. NYF Music Trail | Horse Meat Disco As Night-Time Economy Advisor, I’m thrilled to be supporting the inaugural New Year’s Festival Music Trail! There’s an incredible mix of local and international talent, and I’m particularly excited about Horse Meat Disco. I
As the founder of AI Ireland and the AI Awards, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing first-hand how technology serves as an enabler for problem-solving across various business sectors and societal issues. Far from the job-taking or sci-fi doom Terminator, it’s often portrayed as AI is a technology capable of human-like thinking and decision-making. It learns from data and evolves, thereby aiding in the resolution of intricate challenges and the automation of tasks. In November 2022, Generative AI like ChatGPT captured headlines, opening new possibilities for internet users’ everyday activities. When it comes to small and medium-sized enterprises (SME
Dublin
The ‘Dublin City Council Dublin Winter Lights’ festival transforms the city centre with epic light features on iconic landmarks, buildings, bridges, trees, statues and Merrion Square Park. It is a festive experience like no other where people of all generations can experience specially commissioned dynamic, colourful and imaginative light projections by leading artists throughout the city centre. The locations are: National Museum of Ireland Collins Barracks (NEW Ticketed Event: From Nov 29th – Dec 15th inclusive) GPO (General Post Office) Merrion Square Park (Ticketed Ev
Hugh Lane Gallery
Hugh Lane Gallery is thrilled to announce the continuation of ‘After Hours’, an exciting series of evening events in the gallery. From art workshops to live music, delicious food and drinks and expert exhibition tours, these evenings promise a vibrant cultural experience. We are open until 8:30pm on Thursdays with Admission Free, however, last entry is 8.10pm): Take it at your own pace and enjoy our creative oasis. Pawfect Christmas Card Workshop | 18.00-19.00 & 19.00-20.00 | Free, drop-in or book here by paying €8pp for Sip & Craft: Join artist Magnus Mudrack in creating
Axis Ballymun
It’s Wine O’Clock! ...or whatever drink tickles your tits 'til Friday, be it whores on Coors, troubles on Bubbles, frisky on Whiskey or zero craic on zero alcohol. Naughty Norma is newly divorced, horny as hell and believes 50 is the new 30. As she ploughs through her 'F'it List” she says “ 'F'Yeah” to her Midlife Climax! Her three teenagers tell her to “get a life and get a fella", as they take over her 'glow-up' from Badger to MILF. The braver, bolder Norma has dived off the cliff and hopes to grow wings on the way down. She invites you on her journey as she gives a
The Séamus Ennis Arts Centre
Step inside our cosy cottage theatre where you will be transported into the magical world of Charles Dickens as you experience ‘A Christmas Carol’ LIVE on the intimate TSEAC stage. Picture this, fairy lights twinkle like glowing Victorian street lamps, the air is infused with the warmth of mulled wine, and the scent of freshly baked cookies mingles with anticipation. As you settle into your seat, you’re close enough to see the actors’ expressions—their emotions vivid and palpable. The stage, though minimalistic, becomes a portal to Victorian London and we invite you to immerse
Liberty Hall Theatre
Liberty Panto - Cinderella 2024 Join us this December for the "Fairy Godmother of all Pantomimes" Cinderella at the Liberty Hall Theatre Dublin from December 19th to 30th, starring X-Factor's Mary Byrne as the 'Fairy Godmother' and Tik Tok sensation Stuart Mackey as 'Dandini', plus Cinders, Buttons, a handsome Prince and the ugliest stepsisters EVER! in the age old fairy tale that tops them all - Cinderella. Will Cinders get to the Ball? Only one way to find out! Book your seats today to the most magical traditional family panto in Dublin this December.
Smock Alley Theatre
It was the first voice you heard in the morning, and the last image before bed. Grab the remote, it’s time to watch, Television! Flick through the channels of your psyche in this Live Cabaret Musical Performance. Check out the Catholic (Guilt) Channel, XXX After Dark, and The Real Housewives of Carlow Town, as SexyTadhg guides you through the universe of your mind. This raw and hilarious cabaret questions how our media obsession has shaped society and infiltrated our self-discovery, leaving viewers asking, what is real and what is television? Age Suitability 18+ WARNINGS Strobe Lig
3Olympia
This year marks the 20 Year Anniversary of Pat Egan & Spotlight’s panto run at 3Olympia continuing the over century long tradition at the theatre! Their time has seen panto at 3Olympia Theatre reach new heights with a reputation for thrills, big laughs and big surprises. Whether it was One Direction’s Niall Horan singing to Polly, Saoirse Ronan soaked by a water gun , Jedward’s hundreds of fans storming the stage, Johnny Logan’s ballad belting cameo, Louis Walsh exec producing (and his wacky video link) or the many other hilarious cameos from Mattress Mick to Nathan Carter, PJ Gallaghe
In conversation with Jennifer Rothwell Jennifer Rothwell is an Irish fashion designer, who spent many years living between the Big Apple and the Fair City. After graduating from Dublin’s NCAD in 1995, she gained practical experience with some of New York’s biggest design companies. Then, upon her return to Dublin, she launched her own brand: Jennifer Rothwell Design. By the following year, she had won the ‘Brown Thomas Designer Award’ at Dublin Fashion Week. And, since then, her designs have attracted celebrity cli
Ireland might be a small country, but our universities and colleges are incredibly diverse. Every year, tens of thousands of students from over 130 countries come here to study.
Down by the Secret Garden On the south side, the secret garden was always the Iveagh Gardens. However, music, comedy and food festivals have taken place there in recent years, meaning that the garden isn’t so secret anymore. These days, to find the city’s true secret garden, you have to head north. Up O’Connell Street, then North Frederick, across Dorset Street and on up Blessington Street until you come to black wrought iron gates. In you go. And you’re there. What to expect at Blessington Street Basin The Blessington Street Basin
The importance of sustainable and social enterprises Making your startup or existing business sustainable or ethical is a smart, future-proof option. Customers are now much more informed and aware of the environmental impact of their purchases. A more sustainable product or service will create a positive brand image that will impact the bottom line of many businesses.
Dr. Ruth Johnson is Dublin’s City Archaeologist and she is charged with protecting, managing and investigating the city’s oldest heritage – much of which is underground. As well as conservation projects, Ruth has input into new developments across the city and a role in policy development advocacy. We spoke to her about how she works and what’s going on across the city – under the ground, in our oldest graveyards and in half-hidden houses. In conversation with Dr. Ruth Johnson Ruth began her career working on a community excavation project in Yorkshire, while doing her A-levels. This piqued her interest in archaeology and she went on to do
Stress baking. It’s a thing, you know. It’s what Caryna Camerino used to do after another difficult day at her old job in human resources. It was also the starting point of her successful Dublin startup: Camerino Bakery. HR to hotbuns: Caryna Camerino’s startup story Caryna Camerino, a first generation Canadian who has lived in Dublin for the past 17 years, wasn’t always a baker. However, food was always a big deal at home – partly because her father, who was from Rome, is a stickler for authentic Italian cooking. Such a stickler, in fact, that she loved going to friends’ houses where she could enjoy a regular TV dinner, like n