People are being urged to report the locations of anyone they see sleeping rough as temperatures are expected to drop as low as -5C in the coming days. The Dublin Region Homeless Executive (DRHE) said it has made extra contingency beds available and has extra staff on the streets engaging with homeless people as part […]

7 years ago

Have you ever left a film feeling like a female boss? With Dry January in full swing and the weather being bitterly cold, it can be so easy to become a hermit and retreat to your couch every evening after work. Well, it’s time to shake things up a little bit. Have an almighty […]

7 years ago

The glare of the world’s media focused on Dublin last summer when the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, formerly known as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, rolled into town. Among other activities, the pair got a tour of Croke Park, wandered the grounds of Trinity College and enjoyed lunch on Camden Street but had they […]

7 years ago

We all know January is a long month, but it feels really, really long this year. Now, I’m undecided on whether this is down to it simply being January Blues OR the tiny fact that I’ve decided to do Dry January this month. I know, I know – not doing myself any favours, but one […]

7 years ago

If you’ve taken on Dry January, firstly fair play – it’s not easy – but you’ll also know by now that you’ve to put a lot more effort into planning any nights out, what is there to do in this city when you’re off the booze? That’s where the ‘Bar For When You’re Off […]

7 years ago

As the week draws to a close, one thing that springs to mind is the weekend game plan. If your plans are still up in the air, allow us to give you a little nudge while introducing you to the ‘Bar For When You’re Off The Beers’. Located on South Anne Street, the pop-up […]

7 years ago

Dublin is set to get Ireland’s very first permanent booze-free bar next month. Ideal for anyone who’s deciding to continue on with Dry January into the rest of 2019, or you just want to meet up with your mates in town without going to the pub. The Virgin Mary bar will be opening on Capel […]

7 years ago

If you’re looking for a night out with a difference, look no further than The Bar When You’re Off The Beers. This Pure Brew pop-up aims to take the dry out of January with a host of epic events from 18th – 20th January smack bang in the middle of the city, just on […]

7 years ago

When it comes to the start of a new year, many of us will take on the ultimate challenge: Dry January. DON DON DONNNN. Let’s be honest, it’s actually not that much of a big deal, no matter how much your mates take the mick. In fact, with 88% of participants saving mula, you’ll […]

7 years ago

As Friday comes to an end, I started thinking to myself “what are my weekend plans?” It was my first weekend since taking on Dry January and I actually didn’t have much on, which at first I thought was a blessing in disguise. No major weekend plans = easier to stick with Dry January, […]

7 years ago

Dry January is well and truly here and since I’ve taken on the challenge, I’ve realised it’s not actually that difficult. One of the first things that comes to mind is finding a replacement for your usual drink. Do you stick to sparkling water, juice or other fizzy drinks? You could do this, but […]

7 years ago

So, you’ve taken on Dry January and are half-way through – feeling good, right? Better sleep, skin looks brighter and you’ve pocketed a few extra euros. Happy days! You’re halfway there and if you’ve ever done Dry January before you now know what is all about. Let’s be honest, it’s not an easy road to […]

7 years ago