The document provides an overview of a social networks introduction event being held at the Digital Enterprise Research Institute (DERI) in Galway, Ireland. It discusses the history and purpose of social networking services, some of the major social networking sites, and the breakout session topics that will be covered at the event, including the future of social networks, trust and privacy issues, and evaluation strategies for social networks. Food is available downstairs or across the road at the Westwood Hotel. The afternoon sessions will include breakout discussions on various topics related to social networks.