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Amateur Radio & Connected Tech at Dublin Tech Week 2026

South Dublin Radio Club, in collaboration with TOG Hackerspace, will be taking part in Dublin Tech Week 2026 with a free, family-friendly drop-in event at Ballyroan Library.

Amateur Radio & Connected Tech: Making the Invisible Visible will explore how radio and wireless technology connect people, devices and even space.

The event takes place on Saturday, 23rd May 2026, from 12:00 to 16:00.

Visitors will be able to explore a range of short, hands-on demos throughout the day, including live radio spectrum displays, Morse code, digital radio modes, satellite signals, simple IoT workflows and more.

There will also be a beginner-friendly radio “fox hunt”, a fun direction-finding game where participants use radio signals to track down a hidden transmitter. It is a great way to learn how radio waves move through the world around us.

We will also be showing how modern amateur radio can be operated remotely, with a station in Dublin controlling radio equipment elsewhere over the internet. If conditions allow, we hope to make a live HF radio contact and speak with operators further afield.

No radio knowledge is needed, just curiosity. Drop in, ask questions, try a few demos and discover the invisible signals all around us.

You can find the event listed on the official Dublin Tech Week website here:
Making the Invisible Visible: Amateur Radio & Connected Tech

Event Details

What: Amateur Radio & Connected Tech: Making the Invisible Visible
When: Saturday, 23rd May 2026, 12:00 – 16:00
Where: Ballyroan Library, Orchardstown Avenue, Rathfarnham, Dublin, D14 VY33
Cost: Free
Booking: Drop-in event, all welcome

This event is hosted by South Dublin Radio Club EI2SDR in collaboration with TOG Hackerspace as part of Dublin Tech Week 2026, which runs from 22nd to 29th May.

Come along and see how amateur radio, connected devices and a bit of curiosity can make the invisible visible.

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*** *** Cancelled *****🚴🧩 Cycles, Clues & Making: A Bike Treasure Hunt for Bike Week

We’re sorry to let you know that we have had to cancel our Bike Week event.

This is due to volunteer availability and logistics on the day. We are a volunteer-run space, and we do not want to go ahead with the event unless we can run it properly, safely, and give everyone a good experience.

We’re sorry for the short notice and for any inconvenience caused.

The good news is that we still have another Bike Week event going ahead at Tog:

🚴🔧 Bicycle Maintenance & Advice Meetup
Saturday 16th May
From 15:00
https://www.tog.ie/2026/05/%f0%9f%9a%b4%f0%9f%94%a7-bicycle-maintenance-advice-meetup-for-bike-week/

You are very welcome to come along to that instead. It will be a relaxed afternoon of bicycle maintenance, advice, and hands-on help from the Tog community.

Thanks for your understanding, and apologies again.

We love making games. Some of our members love cycling. So naturally, we asked: why not combine the two?

As part of Bike Week, we’re running a Bike Treasure Hunt — a relaxed, playful evening where you’ll cycle a short route and solve puzzles along the way.

🗓️ When

Friday 15th May, 19:00
Duration: 2 hours

🎟️ Grab your free ticket here:
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/cycles-clues-making-a-bike-treasure-hunt-for-bike-week-tickets-1987656652554?aff=oddtdtcreator

🗺️ What to expect

This is a ~5km looped cycle starting and ending at TOG, taking in the canal, a local park, and nearby roads. The route is designed to be accessible and low-pressure, using canal paths, park spaces, and quiet streets.

Along the way, you’ll encounter four checkpoints, each with a small challenge:

  • puzzles to solve
  • things to spot
  • simple hands-on making

Complete them all and make your way back to TOG for some food and a chance to chat, compare notes, and see how everyone got on.

👥 Who is it for?

  • Individuals or teams (if you’re on a team, just have everyone grab a ticket)
  • Families welcome (children should be accompanied)
  • Beginners welcome

You’ll need a bike to take part, and you’ll be cycling on open roads as part of the route.

🚴 Bike Week

This event is part of Bike Week Dublin and is supported by Dublin City Council.

If this sounds like your kind of thing, there’s plenty more happening across the city — have a look at the full Bike Week programme:
https://www.dublincity.ie/Bike-Week-2026

💬 Final note

This is a bit of an experiment — a mix of cycling, games, and making. It’s meant to be fun, social, and a little bit different.

Come along, bring a bike, and see how you get on.

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A Day to Finish What You Started – Finish-a-thon

At TOG, we love hacking, tinkering, and making things… but we’re also very good at accumulating half-finished projects. You know the ones: the “nearly working” circuit, the “just needs a weekend” code refactor, the 3D print that needs sanding, the costume that needs one final stitch, the repair you definitely meant to do months ago.

So we’re doing something about it.

We’re hosting a Finish-a-thon, a one-day, community-powered mini hackathon dedicated to making real progress on the projects that have been sitting in a box, on a shelf, or in a Git branch called final_final_v3.

Whether it’s coding, crafting, designing, writing, fixing, soldering, sewing, or sorting, this is your day to get it done (or at least get it properly moving again).

Event Details

  • Date: Saturday 24th of January
  • Time: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Location: TOG Hackerspace, Unit 1B Motor City, Kylemore Road, Dublin 12, D12 CF6V

And afterwards

After the Finish-a-thon we’ll roll straight into our monthly social night, but this one will be a bit special, because it’s also TOG’s birthday. 🎂
So: progress during the day, then a proper catch-up in the evening with the gang.

What’s the plan?

Nothing too formal. The whole point is momentum and community:

  • 11:00 AM: Arrive, grab a bench, tea/coffee, and settle in
  • Share what you’re working on (or keep it quiet and just crack on, no pressure)
  • Work through the day, ask questions, borrow a hand, offer a hand
  • No prizes, just the satisfaction of progress, plus the usual TOG encouragement and problem-solving

What can you work on?

Anything goes. If it’s a thing you started and you want to push it forward, it belongs here:

  • Squash that annoying bug in your project or open-source code
  • Finish an electronics kit gathering dust
  • Finally wire up the enclosure, label the panel, tidy the loom
  • Repair something that’s been sitting in the “I must fix that” pile
  • Wrap up a design, write-up, or documentation you’ve been meaning to publish
  • Revive a project you love but stalled on

No project? Also grand. There’s always someone who’d love a second pair of hands.

What should you bring?

  • Whatever parts, tools, and materials your project needs
  • A laptop is usually a good shout
  • TOG has plenty of tools and bits, but assume you’ll take home what you bring (and any half-finished bits you create)

No tickets this time

There are no tickets or registration for this event, just show up and join in.

If you’ve any questions (or you’re not sure if your project idea fits), give us a shout and we’ll point you in the right direction.

See you Saturday. Let’s finish some things. 🔧✨

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🚗 DIY Electric Vehicle Meetup 🚗

Calling all DIY enthusiasts! Are you searching for an exhilarating and wallet-friendly project that promotes eco-friendliness? Look no further than converting your very own electric vehicle (EV)!

Embrace the philosophy of “reduce, reuse, recycle” for your personal transportation.

Picture that beloved car from your youth, revamped into an EV. Or envision a compact and low-maintenance runaround that’s affordable to operate.

Join a community of passionate bike, car, and motorbike tinkerers who have embarked on the journey of converting their vehicles to electric power.

📅 Date: Saturday, August 16th
⏰ Time: 3 pm – 7 pm

This casual meetup is the perfect occasion to discuss, explore, and inquire about the EV conversion process. Bring the entire family along, as this event is child-friendly. Reserve your tickets here and get ready for an inspiring afternoon.

🎟️ Eventbrite – DIY Electric Vehicle Meetup

We’ll have tea and coffee available on site, and Tog has an affordable tuck shop with fizzy drinks and snacks. After the event, Tog’s monthly open social night will be on with pizza and chats. Please consider adding a donation to your ticket to support this non-profit space. Suggested donation: €10

This event is run in partnership with the Electronic and Computing division of Engineers Ireland. The Electronic and Computing division members work in software development and testing, including the gaming industry; mobile and fixed line telecommunications; internet services; embedded systems development, and signal processing.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to delve into the world of electric vehicle conversion and meet like-minded individuals. See you there! 🔌🌿 #DIYEV #ElectricVehicles #GreenTransportation #EVConversion #SustainableMobility

This you are looking to spend the whole day in Tog, why not also check out our workshop that morning, Build Your Own RISC-V Computer – Olimex RVPC Workshop.

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Classic Car Tinker Day at TOG

Own a classic car or thinking about getting one? Join us at TOG Hackerspace for a special tinker day dedicated to classic car enthusiasts. It’s a great opportunity to meet fellow owners, share advice, and check out the workshop facilities we have on offer.

This free, open session is all about bringing like-minded people together. While access to group tools like welders and saws is limited to members, we want to give visitors a full tour of the space, chat about what’s possible, and spark ideas for future collaboration.

We don’t have a car lift (yet), but we do have a good selection of gear to support small jobs, including metal car ramps, axle stands, general hand tools, and some specialist equipment, such as a lathe.

Feel free to bring along your classic car and any bits you’re working on. Whether you’re mid-restoration or just want to talk shop, you’re very welcome.

When: Saturday 19th July 2025 from 3 pm to 6 pm
Where: TOG Hackerspace, near the Red Cow, behind Mr Price
Eircode: D12 CF6V – https://www.tog.ie/location

Stick around afterwards for our monthly open social night from 7 pm to 11 pm. We’ll have homemade pizza fresh from our DIY oven and plenty of good company. There’s loads of free parking available on site.

Hope to see you there!

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A Day to Finish What You Started – Finish-a-thon

At TOG, we love hacking, tinkering, and creating—but let’s be honest, sometimes projects get left unfinished. That’s why we’re hosting a Finish-a-thon, a one-day community hackathon dedicated to wrapping up those lingering projects. Whether it’s coding, crafting, designing, writing, or fixing, this is your chance to make real progress and cross something off your to-do list!

Event Details: 📅 Date: Saturday, 15th February
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: TOG Hackerspace, Unit 1B Motor City, Kylemore Road, Dublin 12, D12 CF6V
🍕 Bonus: Stick around afterwards for our monthly open social with homemade pizza!

What’s the Plan?

  • Kick off at 10:30 AM with a casual start.
  • Share your project or join someone else’s.
  • Work throughout the day with the support of the TOG community.
  • No official prizes—just the satisfaction of progress (and maybe some fun surprises!).

What Can You Work On? Anything goes! This is an open hackathon where you can:

  • Squash that annoying bug in your open-source code.
  • Wrap up a writing or design piece.
  • Complete an electronics kit gathering dust.
  • Revamp, repair, or refine something you’ve been meaning to finish.

What Should You Bring?

  • Whatever tools and materials you need for your project.
  • A laptop is always a good idea.
  • TOG has plenty of spare parts and resources, but be prepared to take home what you bring.

If you don’t have a project, no worries! There’s always someone who could use a helping hand.

We’d love to get an idea of numbers, so please register on Meetup or Eventbrite if you’re coming. If you’d like to support the space, consider giving a donation via Eventbrite to help us continue hosting great community events. Any questions? Just ask!

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/a-day-to-finish-what-you-started-finish-a-thon-tickets-1232717704839?aff=oddtdtcreator

We look forward to seeing you there!