Annual Bloomsday Celebration | Mechanics' Institute

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Annual Bloomsday Celebration
Dinner, Concert, and Community Readings

Eat, Read, Drink, and Walk on the Wild Side of Dublin! The evening begins with a special Bloomsday menu with lively musical interludes featuring a Celtic music ensemble with singers Melanie O’Reilly, Esther Mulligan, & John Ilyin; and Michael Booi Volk (mandolin), and Pat Duffey (guitar). This is a community reading of Ulysses by James Joyce -- so, bring your book and be ready to read and share your favorite short passages at table! Bloomsday attire is welcome! Advance Reservations Required! Limited Seating.

Cost of admission includes dinner and libations.

Bloomsday  Menu: Catered by Sweet Relish
Bloom’s Gorgonzola “Mighty Cheese” Sandwich on Brown Bread
Irish Colors Garden Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing
Ginger Pana Cotta  Dessert

Plus
Michele’s Surprise Scones
A Choice of Libations

Activities

Admission: 
Members & Public $20
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Location: 
4th Floor Meeting Room
Questions?
Information Desk - 415-393-0102
Register now by using the form below or calling 415-393-0101.

Future Activities

Feb 21 - 1:30 pm

Tech Support Hour (with Grace, Fridays at 1:30 pm)
Get tech support from our Community Tech Network Volunteers!

Feb 21 - 5:00 pm

Tech Support Hour (with Akash, Fridays at 5:00 pm)
Get tech support from our Community Tech Network Volunteers!

Feb 25 - 10:00 am

Winter Read
Happening now through March 3, 2025!

Feb 25 - 6:00 pm

Game Night in the Library: The Royal Game of Ur
One of the oldest board games in history!

Feb 26 - 5:00 pm

Tech Support Hour (with Yeji, Wednesdays at 5:00 pm)
Get tech support from our Community Tech Network Volunteers!