Aideen's Wake Up Call

# Aideen's Wake Up Call – Monday, 21st September 2026

Rise and shine, Aideen! ☀️

Lachie Rocket — self-described "under-qualified alarm clock" — is back to launch your week with his trademark humour, one malfunctioning toaster, and everything you need to know before stepping out the door to champion Irish arts.

**Today's Forecast:** Dublin is treating us kindly — dry and sunny with light winds and temperatures between 13–16°C. Tonight turns cloudy and humid, and tomorrow? Summer delivers its "slightly sweaty encore" with highs of 20–23°C. Pollen is low, but the UV index is moderate, so don't skip the sun cream!

**What's On in Dublin:**

- 🧘 The **Dublin Meditation Festival** kicks off today — ten days of free talks and concerts. Tonight's highlight: *Creative Rest: A Community Wellbeing Workshop* at the Carmelite Community Centre, Aungier Street, from 7pm.

- 🎨 The **Dublin Painting and Sketching Club's 148th Annual Exhibition** — free entry at the Townhall in the Windmill Quarter, closing at 4:30pm.

Lachie signs off with an affectionate nudge to seize the day — because Dublin is all the better for having you in it, Aideen.

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# Aideen's Wake Up Call

**Sunday, September 20, 2026**

Rise and shine, Aideen! Your spectacularly unqualified audio butler, Lachie Rocket, is back with another cheerful morning briefing brewed just for you.

This Sunday, Dublin is serving up a treat: a bright, sunny morning with light winds, golden (if slightly hazy) afternoon sunshine, and comfortable highs of 16–18°C — ideal conditions for a thoughtful stroll through the city. The evening stays mild and a touch humid at 13–16°C, and hay fever sufferers can breathe easy: the pollen count is low.

On the happenings front, it's a culturally quiet Sunday — but rumor has it a performance artist near the Grand Canal is attempting to communicate with a swan through mime. Groundbreaking art or a very public spat with a bird? You decide. Lachie's alternative suggestion: skip the tickets and queues and let Dublin itself be the day's masterpiece, from the light dancing on Georges Street's brickwork to the colorful doors of Portobello.

So go seize the day, Aideen — Lachie will be back tomorrow with more questionable morning cheer.

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# Aideen's Wake Up Call

**Episode: Dublin Weather & Weekend Happenings — Saturday, September 19, 2026**

Wake up, Aideen! Host Lachie Rocket is back with his signature blend of self-deprecating humor and boundless enthusiasm to kick-start your Saturday in style.

This morning's Dublin forecast is bringing a bright and breezy day—sunny spells, the "odd shower," and highs of 15–17°C. In other words: perfect "jaunty scarf" weather, according to Lachie. And if you're planning ahead, Sunday's looking even better.

Need weekend inspiration? Lachie has two standout picks: the candlelit splendor of *A Night at the Opera by Candlelight* at St Patrick's Cathedral, and *The Forbidden Sun* photography exhibition at Photo Museum Ireland.

So grab that scarf, Aideen, and get ready to embrace everything Dublin has to offer—from high art to heartfelt chats with pigeons. Your wake-up call starts now! ☀️

# Aideen's Wake Up Call — Friday, September 18, 2026

Happy Friday, Aideen! Host Lachie Rocket is back at 7:30 AM sharp(ish) with his trademark self-deprecating humor to kick off your morning and celebrate the weekend's grand arrival.

**On today's show:**

🌧️ **Weather Watch:** Dublin wakes up mostly cloudy and breezy as a band of rain rolls in from the west, bringing mist and hill fog along for the ride. But hang in there — the rain should ease by afternoon, with drier spells arriving by evening. Expect highs of 16–17°C and gusty winds throughout. Good news for sneezers and sun-sensitive folks alike: pollen and solar UV levels are both low today and tomorrow.

🧦 **Dublin Happenings:** Tonight in Smithfield, catch *"The Inevitability of Laundry"* — a pop-up performance art piece in which one brave performer spends three hours attempting to pair 150 mismatched socks. Is it a profound statement on domestic futility, or just a very unusual approach to chores? Lachie has thoughts. You decide.

With clearing evening skies set to leave the city fresh and ready for a weekend of artistic adventures, Lachie signs off with one mission for Aideen: embrace the day and this beautiful, bonkers city. He'll be back tomorrow — same time, same chaos.

# Aideen's Wake Up Call

**Episode: Thursday, September 17, 2026 — Dublin Weather & Happenings**

Rise and shine, Aideen! 🌤️ Host Lachie Rocket is back with his trademark humorous (and gloriously self-deprecating) wake-up call, broadcast live to his loyal audience of one. It's Thursday, September 17, 2026, and Dublin has a full day in store.

**🌦️ The Weather:** It's a classic Dublin mixed bag out there — sunny spells trading places with scattered showers, plus blustery winds fully capable of stealing your hat. Temperatures will hit a mild 16–17°C, so layer up before you head out the door. The silver linings? The pollen count is low and the UV index is only moderate. Small victories!

**🎨 What's On:** Feeling creative? Lachie's got two free cultural outings lined up for you:

- The **Dublin Painting and Sketching Club's 148th Annual Exhibition** in the Windmill Quarter

- A **pop-up street piano on Parliament Street** from 1–3 PM — stop by to enjoy some impromptu public music, or tickle the ivories yourself

So grab a brolly, hold onto your hat, and get out of bed, Aideen — it's shaping up to be a glorious, slightly damp, and very cultured day in Dublin. ☘️

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# Aideen's Wake Up Call

**Episode: Wednesday, September 16th, 2026**

Rise and shine, Aideen! ☕ Lachie Rocket is back with your 7:30 AM wake-up call, serving up everything you need to own this Wednesday in Dublin.

First, the forecast: it's a classic Irish day — mostly cloudy and dry with the odd sunny spell breaking through, temperatures hitting a mild 15–17°C, and a gentle westerly breeze to keep things fresh. But don't be fooled — rain and drizzle roll in from the west tonight, so grab a coat before you head out the door.

And what a day to be out! This episode is packed with can't-miss happenings:

🎨 **Culture Night** – From 1 PM, Dublin becomes one giant free-to-enter gallery, with the National Museum, the James Joyce Centre, and more throwing open their doors.

👗 **Dublin Independent Fashion Week** – Ireland's emerging fashion students take over The Fumbally Stables with their latest work.

🎸 **Death Cab for Cutie** – Live at the 3Olympia tonight. Yes, really.

Art, fashion, and indie rock all in one day? It's like the city planned it just for you, Aideen. Tune in, wake up, and get out there — Dublin is waiting.

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# Aideen's Wake Up Call

## Episode: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 — Dublin Weather & Happenings

Rise and shine, Aideen! ☀️

Your personal morning companion Lachie Rocket is back with his trademark self-deprecating charm to get your Tuesday off to a flying start. In today's episode, Lachie breaks down everything you need to know before stepping out the door in Dublin.

**🌦️ Today's Weather:** It's a classic Irish mixed bag out there — sunny spells battling it out with scattered passing showers, with temperatures hitting a pleasant 17–18°C. A moderate to fresh northwesterly wind means it's officially "jacket on, jacket off" weather, so hold onto your hat (literally). Tonight brings good news for dreamers: the showers clear out, leaving long, dry, clear spells perfect for a bit of stargazing. Bonus — the pollen count is low and the UV index is low to moderate, so your sinuses and skin can both relax.

**🎨 Dublin Happenings:** Lachie spotlights a delightfully odd new art installation at a Temple Bar gallery: *"Things I Found in My Pockets"* — an entire room of vitrines showcasing twenty years of meticulously catalogued pocket fluff, old receipts, and mysterious keys. Is it profound social commentary or just very well-organized rubbish? Lachie lets you decide, but he's recommending it as your weekend outing either way.

Tune in, grab your umbrella (or don't — it's that kind of day), and seize the day in Dublin — a city where even a handful of pocket fluff can become a masterpiece.

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# Aideen's Wake Up Call – Monday, September 14, 2026

☀️ Rise and shine, Aideen! Lachie Rocket is back at 7:30 AM sharp with your personalized comedic wake-up call, serving up Dublin's forecast with a side of laughs.

This morning kicks off sunny and pleasant, but don't get too comfortable—clouds are rolling in by afternoon with patchy drizzle on deck for the evening. With temps hitting a balmy 22–24°C, Lachie declares it officially "sartorial chaos" weather: too warm for a jacket, too cool without one. The good news? Pollen and UV levels are both low, so you can sneeze-free strut through the capital.

🧦 Plus, Lachie's got the scoop on Dublin's quirkiest new pop-up: *"Lost Socks: A Tragedy in Cotton"*—a photographic exhibition in Portobello documenting single socks abandoned in the city's launderettes. Is it a profound meditation on urban loneliness, or just one artist's elaborate quest to find a matching sock? Either way, Lachie thinks Aideen should slide some Arts Council funding its way.

Tune in for the laughs, stay for the local charm, and leave ready to embrace Dublin in all its poetic, puddle-filled glory! 🌧️✨

**Aideen's Wake Up Call – Sunday, September 13, 2026**

Rise and shine, Aideen! Your slightly unhinged human alarm clock, Lachie Rocket, is back with your Sunday morning briefing—serving up Dublin's weather and culture with his trademark chaotic charm.

Today's forecast: mostly cloudy but dry, with pleasant temperatures of 18–20°C and light, variable winds. In other words, perfect conditions for sitting outside a café pretending to read while actually people-watching.

On the happenings front, it's your last chance to catch the wonderfully quirky "Sentient Sculptures" exhibition at the Hugh Lane Gallery—rumor has it the clay pots whisper existential poetry. And tonight, The Melodious Teacups take the stage at Whelan's, making music entirely from kitchenware (a future arts funding applicant in the making, surely?).

So get up, get out, and enjoy an art-filled Sunday in a city brimming with weird and wonderful things!

# Aideen's Wake Up Call

## Saturday, September 12, 2026 — Dublin Weather & Happenings

☀️ Rise and shine, Aideen! Your slightly unhinged human alarm clock, Lachie Rocket, is back in your ear at 7:30 a.m. sharp with everything you need to kick off your Saturday in the capital.

**🌦️ Today's Weather:**

Dublin's keeping it dry with a pleasant mix of cloud and sunny spells — perfect for a wander around town. Light southwest winds will ease into southerly breezes as the day goes on, but don't get too comfortable: tonight brings patchy rain and gusty winds, so maybe don't leave the washing out. Good news for the sneezers and sun-worshippers alike — both the pollen count and UV levels are low.

**🎭 What's On:**

- **"Journeys in Paper"** — A pop-up exhibition near Grand Canal Dock showcasing miniature Dublin landmarks folded entirely from discarded Luas tickets. Yes, really. Your commute, but make it art.

- **Silent Opera Flash Mob** — Grafton Street plays host to *La Traviata* performed through dramatic gestures and facial expressions only. Verdi like you've never heard (or rather, *not* heard) it before.

Whether you're creating, inspiring, or just trying to survive the day without spilling your coffee, Lachie's got you covered — and he'll be back tomorrow to do it all over again.

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