HAPPENINGS: A few things worth checking out around the city

Parkruns

The number of parkruns on the Northside increased recently with a new addition

?? Fairview. The 5k run, which is free to enter, also takes place at a number of other local venues every Saturday at 9.30am, including St Anne’s Park, Father Collins Park, Malahide Castle, Ardgillan Castle and Poppintree Park, to name but a few. To register for a parkrun near you, visit www.parkrun.ie.

GPO Witness History Junior Detectives

Calling all junior detectives! GPO Witness History has misplaced some key objects of historic significance. It’s with the greatest urgency that these must be located and we need your expertise.

The search is taking place weekly on Sundays throughout August. If you are up to the task, register your participation by emailing events@gpowitnesshistory.ie.

This fun activity is available for children aged five to 12 and children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. It costs

?¬12 per adult,

?¬6 per child or

?¬26 for a family of four. After the experience, there’s a session of crafts and games from the Victorian era.

Strolling Through Ulysses

Written and performed by Robert Gogan, Strolling Through Ulysses! tells the fun-filled story of Bloomsday – June 16th 1904 – the iconic day around which James Joyce’s Ulysses is based, and guides you through the curious events and quirky characters of the iconic novel in a humorous, entertaining and informative manner.

Bawdy, irreverent and great fun, this one-man-show takes place The Stag’s Head, Dame Court, every Sunday. Tickets cost

?¬15 and are available at Dublin Visitor Centres, from www.eventbrite.ie and at the door (subject to availability).

Bray Train & Model Fair

The Bray Train & Model Fair will take place on Sunday, August 13 from 11am to 3pm in Bray Wheelers Clubhouse on the Schools Road, off Boghall Road. Diecast, tin toys, models -vintage/modern, Dinky/Corgi/Matchbox/Oxford. See www.braywheelers.com

Jervis kids’ entertainment

Jervis Shopping Centre is running some great kids’ entertainment every Saturday & Sunday from 12pm-4pm during August.

There are some amazing themed shows at 12.15pm, 1.30pm & 3pm and lots happening in between. And there’s the added bonus of being able to do some shopping while you’re there!

Fingal Film Festival 

Movie fans are in for a treat this weekend with the annual Fingal Film Festival taking place over three days

?? Friday, Saturday and Sunday, August 11, 12 and 13. 

With outdoor cinemas, live stand-up comedy and music, full bars, food vendors, and a new venue, the 800-year-old Swords Castle, the festival offers a weekend of family-friendly excitement. For more information on the full schedule, visit www.fingalfilmfest.com

Ukulele Songs of All Times

Hear the most popular  

‘Ukulele Songs of All Times’ in aid of Guide Dogs for the Blind. Come along and hear the Dublin Ukulele Collective playing and singing on the Dún Laoghaire Harbour Band Stand

?? East Pier, on Saturday, August 12 from 3pm until 4.30pm.

Art exhibition

Emlyn Boyle, a Westmeath-based artist who is originally from Coolock, is holding an exhibition of his work at Rush Library.

‘Those Ancient Folk’ is based on Irish myths, legends and folklore and launches this Saturday, August 12 in Rush. This is Emlyn’s second solo art exhibition but his first one based in Dublin. It runs until September 1.

Car  Boot Sale

A car boot sale will take place in the grounds of the Methodist Church, Ballinteer Road, Dundrum (just off M50 – beside Wesley Rugby Club) on Saturday, August 12. Gates open for sellers at 8am. Prices are cars

?¬20 and for car and trailer

?¬30. For buyers, admission is free.  Free parking in grounds of Wesley College. Cafe with light refreshments available. Further details from email: carboot@dundrummethodist.com.