Category: Workshops/Events

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Dublin Linux Community Hackerspace Meetup + Tech Swap Shop

We are hosting the Dublin Linux Community for their January meetup. You can find out all about their meetup below.

Details

This time around the theme will be lightning talks! Showcase a project you like or something you’ve worked on recently. There’s a projector screen in the space that you can hook your laptop up to. We will also have a swap shop for any random tech and gadgets that you think might be useful to someone else. Please note that you do not need to be a member of TOG to attend but if you are interested in joining we will be doing tours of the space if you’re interested in joining.

PLEASE RSVP AND CHANGE IT IF YOU’RE NOT COMING SO WE CAN GAUGE INTEREST GOING FORWARD

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Details

This time around the theme will be lightning talks! Showcase a project you like or something you’ve worked on recently. There’s a projector screen in the space that you can hook your laptop up to. We will also have a swap shop for any random tech and gadgets that you think might be useful to someone else. Please note that you do not need to be a member of TOG to attend but if you are interested in joining we will be doing tours of the space if you’re interested in joining.

PLEASE RSVP AND CHANGE IT IF YOU’RE NOT COMING SO WE CAN GAUGE INTEREST GOING FORWARD

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The Irish Embassy at 38C3

This Christmas saw the much-anticipated return of the Chaos Communications Congress, 38C3. The event once again brought hackers and makers from across the globe to Hamburg.

One of the Congress’s standout features is Assemblies—self-organized spaces where individuals with shared interests or projects gather to collaborate, learn, and share. Among these was the Irish Embassy, a collective of hackers and makers with ties to Ireland.

This year’s Irish Embassy crew brought together enthusiasts from across the island, including many from Tog Hackerspace. As space was at a primer we shared with our friends from the Scottish Consulate. We formed a haven for Type G power sockets for those in need.

Our own crew put on a couple of workshops on building satellite ground stations and understanding IoT with Arduino Cloud.

For a glimpse into the action, check out our gallery.

Looking ahead, the Irish Embassy will be reuniting at Why2025 this August. You can stay updated on their plans and activities through their Mastodon account: https://chaos.social/@irishembassy.

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Maker Tour of Croatia: 12 Days of Making and Exploring

This post is from our member Jeffrey Roe, who is sharing his trip to Croatia. Over about a week, Jeffrey gave talks at conferences, got stuck into maker events, visited fab labs and hackerspaces, and even managed a bit of island hopping. Here’s how it all went.

Day 1: Landing in Zagreb

After touching down in Zagreb, I had some time to get my bearings and settle in. It’s a lovely city, and I was looking forward to a busy few days ahead. The Science Connecting People (SCOPE) Conference kicked off with a half-day session in Europe House.

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Lending a Helping Hand to Women+ in STEM UCD

At Tog Hackerspace, one of our core values is connecting with communities and supporting initiatives that align with our mission to inspire creativity and innovation. Recently, we had the pleasure of collaborating with Women+ in STEM UCD, a society dedicated to supporting women in STEM fields and encouraging students to discover the exciting opportunities STEM has to offer.

For GamerFest, an event aimed at showcasing the fun and creativity within STEM, Women+ in STEM UCD reached out to us for help. They needed equipment and games to add an interactive, hands-on element to their booth, and we were thrilled to step in. The event turned out to be a fantastic success, introducing students to the lighter, more enjoyable side of STEM-centered hobbies while fostering curiosity and engagement.

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Tuesday Open House

We’re excited to announce a new weekly event at Tog Hackerspace! Every Tuesday evening from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM, our doors will be open for a general Open House event. This is the perfect opportunity to experience the vibrant energy of our community and explore everything Tog has to offer.

Whether you’re an artist, tinkerer, maker, or just curious about what we do, we’d love to have you join us. You’ll find members and visitors engaging in a variety of activities — from crafting and coding to repairing and experimenting. It’s a chance to meet like-minded individuals, pick up new skills, or simply share ideas.

Feel free to bring a project you’re working on, whether it’s something to fix, create, design, or tinker with. Or just come by to chat, hang out, and enjoy some tea, coffee, and biscuits in a welcoming space. There is no pressure, no expectations — just good company and a relaxed atmosphere.

Getting Here:
We’ve got plenty of free parking right outside our door, making it easy to drop by.

So mark your calendar for Tuesday evenings and come see what Tog is all about. We can’t wait to meet you!

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🎄Have Yourself a Quizzy Little Christmas🎄

6:30–9pm, December 3rd, 2024

Workday, Kings Building, 152-155 Church St, Arran Quay, Dublin 7, D07 A0TN

🙌 The Techie Table Quiz is back! We are delighted to be joining in with this great event as a community partner. This quiz brings together lots of community groups for a fun evening while also raising funds for great causes.

This event is free but you need to register (below) as Workday security will require to have your names, and your tags will be ready at reception on the night of the event.

https://ti.to/irishgeeks/techie-quiz-2024

💖 We’ve chosen to fundraise for 

All funds raised here will go directly to this great cause.

💶 We hope that you and your techie community can help us by donating whatever you can. Simply click the Donate button. All donations are processed securely.

💬 You can also share our page in your social networks. This is a great way to show your support. Thank you! 

Vicky, Declan, Mick, Colette, Carolina & Niall