Family events @ #Phizzfest2026
Join Dublin City Council Storyteller in Residence Liz Loughnane at Phibsboro Library for this fun story time as part of the Phizzfest celebrations! Liz will tell a selection of stories suitable for all ages. Booking is essential, as spaces are limited. To book contact: [email protected]
Shandon Pitch & Putt Club is delighted to host a free juvenile open day, ages 13–17 years.
All levels catered for, all equipment will be supplied and tuition will be provided.
This event is limited to 20 players
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Take a fascinating trip through Ireland’s food history with renowned gastronomic scholar Dr Máirtín Mac Con Iomaire, co-editor of the award-winning book Irish Food History: A Companion.
In this lively and accessible talk, Máirtín explores the dishes, customs and cultural forces that have shaped Irish cuisine across centuries.
A feast of stories about how Ireland came to taste the way it does.
Open your sketchbook and fire up your imagination!
Sketchbook Club is a fun, guided drawing adventure led by local artists Selkies and Kate Escolin
For children aged 11–14.
Bring your sketchbooks, your brightest ideas, and get ready to doodle, dream and create together.
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We welcome back musician and teacher Shane McGrath for Nature’s Neighbour’s Breakfast Party – a musical journey to an imaginary community garden in the morning.
This is interactive storytelling at its best, using props, sound effects and plenty of singing and movement to music.
Suitable for children aged 2–6 years and their families.
Adults attend free with participating child.
(workshop time 45 mins)
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Dive into the wild world of the Skelligs and Irish woodlands with award‑winning author‑illustrator Gerry Daly.
Meet favourite creatures from the bestselling Puffling series and discover new surprises from his latest picture book What’s That Spooky Sound?
With lively puppets, fun drawing moments and lots of creature-spotting magic, this is an irresistible event for young nature lovers.
For Children aged 4-8.
Discover the magic of storytelling in this playful, witch‑themed creative writing workshop inspired by Ciara Geraghty’s book Wanda Broom.
Guided by the Dublin author, young writers will conjure characters, brew up ideas and craft their own spellbinding tales in a fun, imaginative session.