Kildare Library Service

Cuireann an Mobile Music School cláranna agus ceardlanna ceoil ar siúl i scoileanna agus leabharlanna. Beidh muid ag teacht go dtí leabharlann phobail Mhaigh Nuad go le ceardlann “Let’s Explore” le haghaidh Seachtain na Gaeilge. Clúdaítear sa cheardlann imeachaí éagsúla cósuil le rithim, amhránaíocht, cluichí ceoil, cnaguirlisí agusa leitheid! Cuirfear an cheardlann seo i láthair trí mheán na Gaeilge agus meán an Bhéarla. Caithfear tuismitheoir /caomhnóir a bheith in éineacht le gach páiste a bhfuil ag freastal ar an gceardlann seo le linn na ceardlainne. Seachtain na Gaeilge ‘ Let’s Explore Music Workshop ‘ for children aged 7- 10 years The Mobile Music School brings music programmes and workshops to schools and libraries. We are coming Maynooth Community Library with Let’s Explore for Seachtain na Gaeilge . The workshop includes musical games, listening activities, rhythm, percussion, action songs and lots more. This workshop is delivered through Irish and English. All children attending this workshop must have a parent/guardian with them during the worksh

Seachtain na Gaeilge ‘ Let’s Explore Music Workshop ‘ for 7- 10 yrs
The Mobile Music School brings music programmes and workshops to schools and libraries. We are coming Maynooth Community Library with Let’s Explore for Seachtain na Gaeilge.

Cuireann an Mobile Music School cláranna agus ceardlanna ceoil ar siúl i scoileanna agus leabharlanna. Beidh muid ag teacht go dtí leabharlann phobail Mhaigh Nuad go le ceardlann “Let’s Explore” le haghaidh Seachtain na Gaeilge. Clúdaítear sa cheardlann imeachaí éagsúla cósuil le rithim, amhránaíocht, cluichí ceoil, cnaguirlisí agusa leitheid! Cuirfear an cheardlann seo i láthair trí mheán na Gaeilge agus meán an Bhéarla. Caithfear tuismitheoir /caomhnóir a bheith in éineacht le gach páiste a bhfuil ag freastal ar an gceardlann seo le linn na ceardlainne. Seachtain na Gaeilge ‘ Let’s Explore Music Workshop ‘ for children aged 7- 10 years The Mobile Music School brings music programmes and workshops to schools and libraries. We are coming Maynooth Community Library with Let’s Explore for Seachtain na Gaeilge . The workshop includes musical games, listening activities, rhythm, percussion, action songs and lots more. This workshop is delivered through Irish and English. All children attending this workshop must have a parent/guardian with them during the worksh

Seachtain na Gaeilge ‘ Let’s Explore Music Workshop ‘ for 7- 10 yrs
Cuireann an Mobile Music School cláranna agus ceardlanna ceoil ar siúl i scoileanna agus leabharlanna. Beidh muid ag teacht go dtí leabharlann phobail Mhaigh Nuad go le ceardlann “Let’s Explore” le haghaidh Seachtain na Gaeilge!

an engaging story time, and sensory sessions throughout the day. Athy Library had John McKenna in to launch his new book 'The Lock-Keeper's Wife', a Sip n'Flip event & an Open Mic Morning! Tarsila Krüse gave a wonderful session on ‘How to Make a Zine’ in Celbridge Library...a pedal to the metal day!

Kildare Libraries were super busy for Ireland Reads! 😎
Mrs. Books (Martina Smith) was in to Leixlip with Rua popping in too! Author & Illustrator Tarsila Kruse was in with Kildare Town, Illustrator & Author Gerry Daly was in Naas Library. Clocha Rince had a wonderful day with a fun Treasure Hunt,

Items include sensory floor tiles, fidget toys and a library themed ISL poster. Cath Smith from the 'Learning ISL together' group created the library specific poster for Scariff library in Clare and was kind enough to share.

Celbridge Library were delighted to be in receipt of some additional sensory items thanks to Celbridge and Maynooth Access Groups. Including sensory floor tiles, fidget toys and a library themed ISL poster. Cath Smith from the 'Learning ISL together' group created the library specific poster for Scariff library in Clare and was kind enough to share. Pictured are Councillor David Trost, Michael Coleman, KCC Access officer Michael Hurley and Executive Librarian Suzanne Brosnan, along with Ailis Aylward, Jessica Holmquist and Christina Kearney from Celbridge and Maynooth Access Groups. #Celbridge Access Group #Maynooth Access Group #County Kildare Leader Partnership #Dara Community living #Kildare County Council #Clare libraries #ISL learning together

Celbridge Library were delighted to be in receipt of some additional sensory items thanks to Celbridge and Maynooth Access Groups.

Prepare to be transported to worlds of adventure and laughter! The children of St Patrick's Primary School, Celbridge, are thrilled to invite the community to visit our Available to view during library opening hours. Please check our website for up-to-date hours. 👇🏻 https://kildarecoco.ie/library/Libraries/Celbridge/

Prepare to be transported to worlds of adventure and laughter! The children of St Patrick's Primary School, Celbridge, are thrilled to invite the community to visit our
Available to view during library opening hours. Please check our website for up-to-date hours. 👇🏻
kildarecoco.ie/library/Libr...

It was wonderful to see such confidence, excitement, and love for reading fill the library.
Well done to all our brilliant young readers!

We had a fantastic morning at our Open Mic for Ireland Reads today! Each child stepped up to the mic and read at least one page from a favourite book — and some kept going for many more! It was wonderful to see such confidence, excitement, and love for reading fill the library. Well done to all our brilliant young readers!

We had a fantastic morning at our Open Mic for Ireland Reads!
Each child stepped up to the mic and read at least one page from a favourite book — and some kept going for many more!

To book in for this free talk go to: www.tickettailor.com/events/tttki...

This event is presented as part of Kildare Library Service’s TTT (Toys, Technology and Training) programme. For information on other TTT events, visit the Kildare Libraries website.

Let’s Play! Nurturing Essential Play and Gross Motor Skills in Children with Kevin Prior, Everyday OT Tuesday 3rd March at 6.30pm in Celbridge Library Designed and delivered by Kevin Prior, Senior Paediatric OT, this workshop explores the foundations of play, movement and gross motor development, and how these skills shape a child’s confidence, coordination and everyday independence. This session is ideal for parents, educators and caregivers who want to better understand how movement and play shape a child’s daily life. By attending, you’ll gain confidence in using practical strategies that nurture children’s motor skills, support their development and help them thrive through meaningful, joyful play. To book in for this free talk go to: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/tttkildare/1981547 This event is presented as part of Kildare Library Service’s TTT (Toys, Technology and Training) programme. For information on other TTT events, visit the Kildare Libraries website.

Let’s Play! Nurturing Essential Play and Gross Motor Skills in Children
Tue 3 Mar 6.30pm Celbridge Library
Designed and delivered by Kevin Prior, Senior Paediatric OT, this workshop explores the foundations of play, movement and gross motor development.

Upcoming Systems Maintenance Please note that library systems will be briefly offline on Monday, 2 March, from 8pm for essential maintenance. During this time, some online services – including searching the catalogue, placing requests, renewing items, and logging into certain apps and eServices – may be temporarily unavailable. We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience while this work is carried out.

Upcoming Systems Maintenance
Please note that library systems will be briefly offline on Monday, 2 March, from 8pm for essential maintenance. During this time, some online services may be temporarily unavailable. We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience.

📕 Author Annette Corcoran says #GetLost in a good book today for Ireland Reads!
Drop into your local Kildare Libraries branch today & borrow a new book - or come in and sign up for your free library card if you haven't got one already! Visit kildare.spydus.ie to see what events are on today 😎

In honour of Ireland Reads, some of our smaller patrons have recommend some of their favourite books. Is yours on the list? #kildarelibraries #irelandreads #irelandreads2026 #favouritebooks #youngreaders #getlostinabook #leixlip #leixliplibrary

In honour of Ireland Reads, some of our smaller patrons have recommend some of their favourite books. Is yours on the list?
#kildarelibraries #irelandreads #irelandreads2026 #favouritebooks #youngreaders #getlostinabook #leixlip #leixliplibrary

Teacher and Clocha Rince Library patron Gwen Ní Hutáin says #GetLost in a good book!
Libraries are treasure troves of reading resources, ready to spark joy and imagination. Embrace the magic of books today for Ireland Reads Day!

Deir múinteoir Gwen Ní Hutáin dul ar strae agus leabhar maith acu!
Is taiscí léitheoireachta iad leabharlanna, réidh chun sonas agus samhlaíocht a spreagadh. Bain sásamh as draíocht na leabhar inniu!

#TéighArStrae #ÉireAgLéamh #IrelandReads #GetLost

Winners will be announced in March. For more information, drop into your local branch or email colibrary@kildarecoco.ie!

🌟 COMPETITION TIME! 🌟 Ahead of Ireland Reads, Kildare Library Service is giving away 2 brand new Samsung Galaxy tablets! To be in with a chance, all you have to do is sign up for your free library card or renew your expired Kildare Libraries membership during the month of February - simple! Winners will be announced in March. For more information, drop into your local branch or email colibrary@kildarecoco.ie!

🌟 COMPETITION TIME! 🌟

Ahead of Ireland Reads tomorrow, Kildare Library Service is giving away 2 brand new Samsung Galaxy tablets! To be in with a chance, all you have to do is sign up for your free library card or renew your expired Kildare Libraries membership during the month of February.

Roimh Lá Éire Ag Léamh (28 Feabhra), abair le do shaoiste, dul ar strae agus leabhar maith acu.
#TéighArStrae #ÉireAgLéamh

Visit kildare.spydus.ie to see what events we have happening next Saturday to celebrate.
#TéighArStrae #IrelandReads #eireagléamh

📗 Graphic novelist Dave Butler is here to tell you to #GetLost in a good book on Ireland Reads, Saturday 28 February!
Drop into your local Kildare Libraries branch on the day and borrow a new book - or sign up for a library card if you haven't already!

Season 2 of the Kildare Reads Podcast will be dropping on Sat 28 Feb, Ireland Reads Day! For the first episode of the podcast, Tanya Sweeney interviewed by Emer McLysaght on Tanya's new book 'Esther is Now Following You'.
Link to the podcast here in our link tree 👉🏻https://linktr.ee/kildarelibraries

📘 John MacKenna is here to tell you to #GetLost in a good book on Ireland Reads, Saturday 28 February!
Drop into your Kildare Libraries branch on the day & borrow a new book - or sign up for a library card if you haven't already!
Visit kildare.spydus.ie to see events we have on next Saturday😎

Saturday was Mother Language Day & Kildare Town Library celebrated by displaying their collection of Foreign Language Children's books! You can also check out our LOTE4Kids service, which provides access to digital books and fun activites in world languages😀 👉🏻https://lote4kids.com/member-home/

Saturday was Mother Language Day & Kildare Town Library celebrated by displaying their collection of Foreign Language Children's books! You can also check out our LOTE4Kids service, which provides access to digital books and fun activites in world languages😀
👉🏻https://lote4kids.com/member-home/

Drop into your local Kildare Libraries branch on the day and borrow a new book - or sign up for a library card if you haven't already! Visit kildare.spydus.ie to see what events we have happening next Saturday to celebrate.

📕 Aingeala Flannery, the current Kildare Library & Arts Service / Maynooth University Writer-In-Residence, is here to tell you to #GetLost in a good book on Ireland Reads, Saturday 28 February!

Hey folks! Say hello to Gerry and Puffling who will be popping into Naas Library and Cultural Center soon to help you to #GetLost in a book 😀
#IrelandReads
👉🏻https://www.irelandreads.ie

Drop into your local Kildare Libraries branch on the day and borrow a new book - or sign up for a library card if you haven't already! Visit kildare.spydus.ie to see what events we have happening next Saturday to celebrate.
#TéighArStrae #IrelandReads #ÉireAgLéamh

📖 Tanya Sweeney, author of Esther Is Now Following You, and Emer McLysaght, one half of the Oh My God What A Complete Aisling dream team, are here to tell you to #GetLost in a good book on Ireland Reads, Saturday 28 February! 😀

THE LOCK-KEEPER’S WIFE by John MacKenna is out NOW 🎉

In 1950s Ireland, Julie McDermot is released from the psychiatric institution her husband forced her into, returning to a narrow, lonely life along the canal. A chance encounter with a stranger offers Julie a fragile glimmer of hope-