Cultural Evening
Wednesday, 27 July 2022, from 19:00 to 00:00 at the dlr LexIcon in Dún Laoghaire
The bus departure starts at 17:30 in front of the CCD.
The Cultural Evening is a chance for the delegates to meet people from around the world in a more relaxed environment, make new friends and share good times through the events’ performances and celebrations.
The Irish port town of Dún Laoghaire is located about 10 km south of Dublin. The name is derived from a walled square called Dún, which is said to have been established by the mythical Irish king Laoghaire (King Lear) in the 5th century. The seaside town became more and more popular with the English upper class in the 19th century, so that over time the suburb of Dublin developed into an elegant seaside resort with magnificent villas.Other attractions in Dún Laoghaire are the harbor promenade on the East Pier, the National Maritime Museum of Ireland, the Oratory of the Sacred Heart, and the James Joyce Tower.
In early summer 2012, work began in earnest on the iconic dlr LexIcon, the central library and cultural center in the heart of Dún Laoghaire. On April 17, 2015, dlr LexIcon was officially opened by An Cathaoirleach Councillor Marie Baker, with Mairead Owens, County Librarian of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, as Master of Ceremonies. Architects Louise Cotter and David Naessens of Carr Cotter & Naessens Architects were also in attendance. In the first four months since dlr LexIcon opened in early December 2014, over 220,000 visitors have toured the award-winning building, an average of 10,000 visitors per week. During this period, a record 5,200 new members were added and over 105,000 items were checked out. The dlr LexIcon a haven of cultural and literary experiences. dlr LexIcon is a key community space where all are welcome and has been a hive of cultural and literary experiences.
Experience an Irish evening at dlr LexIcon and learn more about Irish history when the narrator tells you about myths and legends or introduces you to Irish spoken word performers/literary extracts. On the large outdoor area in front of the library a show takes you on a brief journey through the history of Irish music and dance, featuring some of Ireland’s finest performers.
In addition to various Irish dishes, don’t forget to try the famous Teddy’s Ice-cream.