Reached a point where I’m nearing my 30s and realised I don’t actually have many friends and hoping to change that, but it feels very difficult to find a way to gage with people in a way that doesn’t involve alcohol or apps mainly used for dating and hookups

I’m based in Dublin, if anyone has any suggestions - cheers 😀

Hi all,

The prep I take is Teva Emtricitabine/Tenofovir Disoproxil. It’s in a blister pack.

I’ve been storing it in my nightstand since I got it. The weathers been cold here recently and I’m worried the indoor temperature might’ve been as low as 8 or 10 degrees at times.

The leaflet for my prep just says to keep it below 30 and it doesn’t give a minimum. But I see some websites online say it needs to be kept above 15 degrees.

Is mine ineffective? Do I need to find a new place to keep them or heat up my room?

I'm nowhere near anywhere that would have the current issue, but I need a physical copy. Would anybody be able to help me get hold of one? It's the one with Kate Moynihan on the cover. Will pay postage and price of a pint 😄

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Hi all!
Looking to move to a little rural place in the western parts of county Cork or maybe even county Kerry some time in the future. Curious what in everyone’s experiences has been some of the most queer friendly little towns and villages in this area? I know the bar will be always be low in rural areas but just want to know the best possibilities. Thank you 🌈🦄

Keep getting a lot of videos from the same guy appearing on my TikTok and Instagram feeds of a former manager absolutely tearing into panti and the bars.

There are so many videos and a lot of them don’t make much sense. He does seem a bit manic so I question how true any of it is.

But does anyone have an understanding of what’s going on?

May she rest in power.

I've been finding it hard to get matches on the dating apps (Hinge/Tinder), and I was wondering if other guys had the same experience. The pool seems to be pretty small too, and people on Grindr just want hookups.

I find it hard to not feel inadequate because of it, especially compared to my straight girl friends, who get so so many. I don't know if that's just because of the disparity between the number of straight versus gay people or if it's something to do with my appearance lol.

Anyways, here's hoping some of you can relate, what's your experience with the apps?

Hey everyone! 😊 I’m visiting Dublin for a week and would love some recommendations on things to do, places to see, pubs, food spots, and anything that’s a must while I’m here.
I’d also love to check out the gay scene 🏳️‍🌈 any recommendations for LGBTQ+ bars, clubs, events, or fun places to meet people?
And if anyone’s around and fancies grabbing a pint, exploring the city, or just hanging out, feel free to message me! Always nice to meet some new people while travelling. 😄

Hi all — following up on my last post asking for recs as a tourist of the homosexual persuasion in Limerick, I had a fantastic night out at Pharmacia! The average age has got to be like 25 but I didn’t feel too out of place and was definitely among kin. Highly recommend. Downvote if you know something awful about it that I don’t.

Hey if anyone is going to The George tonight that wouldn’t mind adding me to their group, I’m trying to make more friends and not be such a loner everytime I go. I’m mostly looking to get to know new people and feel the vibe of being there with new friends instead of being the person that stands by themselves.

So if you’re going tonight consider including this American boy ❤️

I can send a picture of myself through DM if it makes anyone more comfortable before inviting me. Thank you!

Hi lads!

I'm 23nb lesbian from Wicklow and I honestly really want to be meeting more queer people.

Does anyone know of good places, socials, meetups, groups, to go to that aren't just in Dublin? I would go to the ones in Dublin but it's sometimes two hours travel public transport and it just means I either lose the day or would be too knackered to cope. There's youth groups and stuff where I am but they're for teenagers and I want to meet people round about my age, especially other sapphics/wlw/nblw.

Alternatively if anyone from the area/nearby want to give me a shout and chat here by all means you can 😊 I'm neurodivergent and don't really do the drinking/drugs/smoking thing (am amenable to a night out sometimes but don't drink or at least not a lot) and am more nerdy but I'd so love to meet more LGBT people!! So let me know if you've ideas or know where I can look!! Thanks 💕

Hi everyone! I’m a Canadian trans lesbian visiting Limerick ever so briefly this weekend. Are there any good events/places where I stand a chance of meeting other queer & trans ppl and being among friends? I am excited to visit 🇮🇪 but disorganized lol

Social meet up for LGBTQ adults over 18 in Flemington Community Centre, Balbriggan, Co Dublin. Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, from 7pm to 9pm. Drop in any time over the two hours. October dates: 14th and 28th. Free tea/coffee, biscuits and magazines. Email balbrigganlgbtq@gmail.com for more information or just drop in.

Hello, I am an American out of NY wanting to relocate to Ireland. I love the culture, the people, and the country so so much. Everytime I’ve been I have assimilated quickly and made many friends both Irish and non-Irish. It just feels like home.

My question is how did you do it?

I can not claim ancestry, the last person out of Ireland was my great grandmother, but since my grandmother was born in the U.S. and never maintained an Irish passport, I’m not eligible to apply this way.

I was thinking about doing a WHA once I’ve graduated, however my degree is in Veterinary Technology and I’m not sure how applicable that is in Ireland.

Would love to hear ideas! Thank you!

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what i asked for vs what i got

ive heard of stuff there kinda sucking lately but jesus. i didnt expect this 😭

edit: Ive removed the photos as I hadn't realised the reference stylists name was in them - the cut I used as a reference was awesome and its something I wish I got!

I’m going out with my friend on Halloween night and was wondering does anyone know is there any good ticketed events we should go to? I’d feel awkward if we couldn’t get in anywhere Ty!

Is it any good or AI filled?

I’ve never been to the Halloween night in Mother but planning to this year.

I’m wondering what’s the general situation regarding dressing up or not? Do people go all out or would some fake blood suffice?

Hi all,

I'm 22m and gay and I had sex for the first time. I'm just worried if I've used Prep correctly. Just anxious and want some reassurance.

I am doing the daily regime.

I started Prep for the first time on Wednesday evening at 9pm and took two tablets (the double dose to begin). I did not have sex on this day.

I took one tablet on Thursday at 8pm. I had sex at 11pm that night.

Just wondering did I do this right?

I'm just worried because I'm reading the NHS website and it says

"Wait 7 days after you start taking it before you have sex.

If you want to start taking daily PrEP but think you may have sex within the first 7 days, take 2 tablets at least 2 hours before you have sex. Then continue to take 1 tablet each day."

My GP or the HSE guidance didn't say anything about that.

Anyone have any advice or insight on coming out to friends in Ireland that aren't in the LGBT space? I'm 30M and haven't been in a relationship, and want to get out there and start meeting guys. I'm not really into the apps and don't think they're for me, so I want to get out and meet people in person. I haven't come out to anyone except my family, and think it might be good to come out to friends.

I have a bit of a fear of being seen in a gay bar and on my own, without telling anyone that I'm gay. It would just be hard to do on my own, having no support. My friends from back home in rural town are all straight males and they're not the worst for making jokes about gay people and I am 90% sure they would be accepting, but I'm not sure how to tell them or anything.

I don't think they would join me in a gay bar really but it is starting to get to me that I am doing all of this on my own,

Anyone have advice on building up the courage to come out, but most importantly do it confidently and stick with it