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Sunday, 08 December 2024 - Saturday, 14 December 2024

Sunday 08 December

Organiser

Location

Naas Art Group’s 43rd Annual Christmas Exhibition

As a group of amateur artists, we love being able to exhibit our paintings and be involved in the community. It gives us a focus throughout the year to work towards and to display our paintings. We have selected Teach Tearmainn which supports victims of domestic abuse as our charity raffle this year.

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Monday 09 December

Organiser

Location

Naas Art Group’s 43rd Annual Christmas Exhibition

As a group of amateur artists, we love being able to exhibit our paintings and be involved in the community. It gives us a focus throughout the year to work towards and to display our paintings. We have selected Teach Tearmainn which supports victims of domestic abuse as our charity raffle this year.

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Cuidiú Breastfeeding Support Group

Are you pregnant and thinking of breastfeeding or currently breastfeeding and looking for support?

Leixlip Community Library, Captains Hill, Leixlip, Co Kildare

Doodle Box Art Exhibition - Week 2

The Maynooth & Newbridge students from Doodlebox.ie (aged 5 to 12) are delighted to have an exhibition of their art on display for their families and friends to visit. They have been working very hard on their winter themed paintings and the Maynooth students are so proud to see them displayed in their local library. *Drop-in. No booking required.*

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

U3A Book Club Dec24

The U3A (University of 3rd Age) Book Club meet the first Monday of each month in Maynooth Community Library. New members welcome . Please contact Maynooth Community Library at maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie for more information.

Maynooth Community Library

Crochet Group

Meet every Monday (excl. bank holidays) 11am – 12:30pm. Accepting members

Leixlip Library

Monday Library Craft Club 2024

Gather your projects and find a quiet spot to join in as we work, chat and share progress. The group doesn't meet on Bank Holiday Mondays.

Maynooth Community Library

Card Making Group

Weekly card making group

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Tuesday 10 December

Organiser

Location

Naas Art Group’s 43rd Annual Christmas Exhibition

As a group of amateur artists, we love being able to exhibit our paintings and be involved in the community. It gives us a focus throughout the year to work towards and to display our paintings. We have selected Teach Tearmainn which supports victims of domestic abuse as our charity raffle this year.

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Doodle Box Art Exhibition - Week 2

The Maynooth & Newbridge students from Doodlebox.ie (aged 5 to 12) are delighted to have an exhibition of their art on display for their families and friends to visit. They have been working very hard on their winter themed paintings and the Maynooth students are so proud to see them displayed in their local library. *Drop-in. No booking required.*

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle Maynooth

Fáilte roimh chách chun do Gaeilge a chleachtadh gach Dé Máirt ó 11:00am - 12:00pm. All are welcome to practice their Irish every Tuesday from 11:00am - 12:00pm.

Maynooth Community Library

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Purls of Wisdom

Knitting Group Meeting every Tuesday 11am – 1pm. Accepting members

Leixlip Library

Housing Clinic with Kildare County Council

Housing Clinic with Kildare County Council

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Christmas Sewing Workshop for Families

Christmas Sewing Workshop for Families

Leixlip Community Library Captains Hill, Leixlip Co Kildare

Intergenerational Festive Craft Event

Join Emily and Mary for an inter-generational festive craft event in Maynooth Library. Aimed at children of any age and an older family member, come along to learn some new festive and seasonal crafts together. Book your free ticket here: https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1477165

Maynooth Community Library

Family Time At Your Library: Christmas Wreath Workshop

This workshop is suitable for families, with children (age 3 upwards - teenage years) accompanied by adults - a lovely way to connect, cherish and celebrate Christmas together.

Newbridge Library W12W861

CAO Talk Newbridge Library

This talk with Karl from Student Support Newbridge will provide information on the Do’s and Don’ts of the CAO as well as further information on alternative pathways. Guardians welcome Booking Required

Newbridge Library W12W861

Irish Sign Language Conversation Group - 10 Dec

ISL conversation group - meeting on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip Co Kildare W23 WR96

Club Leabhar

Teacht le chéile míosúil le leabhair Ghaeilge a phlé I dtimpeallacht réchúiseach. Fáilte roimh bhaill nua am ar bith/New members always welcome. Tuilleadh eolais: cilldaralegaeilge.ie

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Club Leabhar

Teacht le chéile míosúil le leabhair Ghaeilge a phlé I dtimpeallacht réchúiseach.

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Christmas Film Screening

Christmas Film Screening

Leixlip Community Library, Captains Hill, Leixlip, Co Kildare

FanSci (Fantasy/Sci-fi) Book Club Dec24

Maynooth Community Library's has started a fantasy/ science-fiction book club! Contact maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie for further information or just drop in.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Wednesday 11 December

Organiser

Location

Naas Art Group’s 43rd Annual Christmas Exhibition

As a group of amateur artists, we love being able to exhibit our paintings and be involved in the community. It gives us a focus throughout the year to work towards and to display our paintings. We have selected Teach Tearmainn which supports victims of domestic abuse as our charity raffle this year.

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Messy Play for Toddlers Dec24

Suitable for 1 to 5 year olds. Old Clothing recommended Booking required: https://buytickets.at/kilcockcommunitylibrary/1166832

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Age Friendly Coffee Morning Dec24

As part of our Age Friendly Programme, drop in for a cup of tea/coffee and a chat with library staff and find out more about the libraries online and other services. *Drop In. No booking required*

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Doodle Box Art Exhibition - Week 2

The Maynooth & Newbridge students from Doodlebox.ie (aged 5 to 12) are delighted to have an exhibition of their art on display for their families and friends to visit. They have been working very hard on their winter themed paintings and the Maynooth students are so proud to see them displayed in their local library. *Drop-in. No booking required.*

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Knitting & Crochet Group

Knitting and crochet group for beginners, improvers and experienced.

Newbridge Library W12 W861

Storytime - Am Scéalíochta

Storytime sessions for 0 to 5 year old children and their guardians

Newbridge Library W12 W861

Santa’s Helper Story Time

Santa’s Helper Story Time

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Introduction to 3D Printing (ages 9 - 12)

Afterschool December Makerspace Programme

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Elf on the Shelf Music Workshop

This festive, fun-filled workshop is full to the brim with activities, songs, singing and games.

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Young Writers Dec24

Are 8 to 10 years old and interested in writing stories? This group is a social group for young writers aged 8 to 10, to chat, share work and bounce ideas while also getting some quiet writing time. Contact maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie for more information and to join our group.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Introduction to 3D Printing (13 - 17 years)

Introduction to 3D Printing (13 - 17 years) Afterschool December Makerspace Programme NOTE: Attendees must regularly use a desktop / laptop computer and mouse

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Hired Guns Book Launch and Q&A with Musician Amanda Kramer & Author Wayne Byrne

Naas Library & Cultural Centre will present a special evening with noted American musician Amanda Kramer (of the legendary post-punk/new wave band The Psychedelic Furs) and Naas author Wayne Byrne to celebrate their book Hired Guns: Portraits of Women in Alternative Music, on Wednesday 11th December at 7:00pm.

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Thursday 12 December

Organiser

Location

Naas Art Group’s 43rd Annual Christmas Exhibition

As a group of amateur artists, we love being able to exhibit our paintings and be involved in the community. It gives us a focus throughout the year to work towards and to display our paintings. We have selected Teach Tearmainn which supports victims of domestic abuse as our charity raffle this year.

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Doodle Box Art Exhibition - Week 2

The Maynooth & Newbridge students from Doodlebox.ie (aged 5 to 12) are delighted to have an exhibition of their art on display for their families and friends to visit. They have been working very hard on their winter themed paintings and the Maynooth students are so proud to see them displayed in their local library. *Drop-in. No booking required.*

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Baby and Toddler Stay & Play Group

If you have a young baby or toddler and would like to meet other parents in the area, come to our stay and play group every Thursday morning at 10am. Bring a coffee and chat to other parents while your babies play with the toys and books provided. No need to book, just drop in!

Maynooth Community Library

Christmas Candlemaking Workshop

Christmas Candlemaking Workshop

Leixlip Community Library, Captains Hill, Leixlip, Co Kildare

Club Cluichí Iarscoile:0-5 bl d'aois (12/12)

Club Cluichí Iarscoile:0-5 bl d'aois (12/12) Gach Déardaoin: 12/12 13:30-14:30 (Duplo agus cluichí eile) Do leanaí réamhscoile, 0-5 bl d'aois Tuilleadh Eolais:www.cilldaralegaeilge.ie/eolas@cilldaralegaeilge.ie

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Club Cluichí Iarscoile: 5+ bl d'aois (12/12)

Club Cluichí Iarscoile:5+ bl d'aois (12/12) Gach Déardaoin: 12/12 14:30-15:30 (Lego agus cluichí cláir) Do leanaí 5+ bl d'aois Tuilleadh Eolais:www.cilldaralegaeilge.ie/eolas@cilldaralegaeilge.ie

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Teen Writers Group Online Dec24

This is a perfect time for your Teen to join the group and start putting quality time into their interest in writing stories. This group is a social group for young writers aged 12 to 15, to chat, share work and bounce ideas while also getting some quiet writing time. Online via MS Teams. Contact maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie for more information and to join our group.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Making Edible Christmas Gifts with Bernard Gibney

Making Edible Christmas Gifts with Bernard Gibney

Kildare Town Library

Birdwatch Ireland Kildare Branch present: Results of our Countywide Barn Owl Survey with Alan McCarthy and Shane Cully

A monthly talk on the second Thursday of every month. These talks are based not only on birds but also on general conservation topics from BirdWatch Ireland members of staff and other national experts.

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Our Ladies Gospel Choir - Christmas Concert

Our Ladies Gospel Choir - Christmas Concert

Leixlip Community Library Captains Hill Leixlip Co Kildare

Friday 13 December

Organiser

Location

Naas Art Group’s 43rd Annual Christmas Exhibition

As a group of amateur artists, we love being able to exhibit our paintings and be involved in the community. It gives us a focus throughout the year to work towards and to display our paintings. We have selected Teach Tearmainn which supports victims of domestic abuse as our charity raffle this year.

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Doodle Box Art Exhibition - Week 2

The Maynooth & Newbridge students from Doodlebox.ie (aged 5 to 12) are delighted to have an exhibition of their art on display for their families and friends to visit. They have been working very hard on their winter themed paintings and the Maynooth students are so proud to see them displayed in their local library. *Drop-in. No booking required.*

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Rhyme & Song Time for Ages 0-2 Dec24

A story and song session for ages 0-2. There'll be a few short stories, and some popular Action Songs to engage younger attendees. Places are limited and one free ticket is required per child. All children must be supervised during this session. Booking link: https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1324163

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Kilcock Integration Group Conversational English Classes

Free conversational English classes. Practice and improve you English and meet new people. All levels welcome. Evening classes available too. For more info email:conversationalenglishkilcock@gmail.com

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

StoryTime

Join us for a staff led storytime for pre-schoolers! Expect all your favourite songs, nursery rhymes and stories! All welcome every Friday morning

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Storytime for children aged 0-5 years

Storytime for children aged 0-5 years

Kildare Town Library

Storytime for children

Storytime for children

Kildare Town Library

Baby & Toddler Time at Leixlip Library

A social event for little ones and their grown-ups! Come along for a story or two and a big room of toys for your little ones to play with. There will be tea and coffee for the grown-ups. Children up to preschools welcome. No Booking required

Leixlip Library

Age Friendly Coffee & Conversation Morning at Leixlip Library

Join us every Friday morning at 11am for tea/coffee and a chat! Make a friend, read the papers......drop in and say hello. Everyone is welcome! No Booking required

Leixlip Library

U3A Friendship Group 2024

Meet other local people to share lifelong learning interests, talents, experiences, and knowledge with each other.

Maynooth Community Library

Children’s Christmas Book Club

Children’s Christmas Book Club

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Christmas Teddy Bears Sleepover

You and your teddy bear are invited to Leixlip Library's Festive Storytime and Screening of Christmas Short Films

Leixlip Community Library Captains Hill Leixlip Co Kildare

Teen Book Club, 12-15 year olds

Are you aged 12-15 and enjoy reading? Then turn your luck around this Friday the 13th and come along to Maynooth Library for our brand new bookclub! The group is drop-in so there's no pressure to commit and while there are recommended books provided, members can choose their own reading too. Just bring along a reading recommendation and try out our group.

Maynooth Community Library

Saturday 14 December

Organiser

Location

Naas Art Group’s 43rd Annual Christmas Exhibition

As a group of amateur artists, we love being able to exhibit our paintings and be involved in the community. It gives us a focus throughout the year to work towards and to display our paintings. We have selected Teach Tearmainn which supports victims of domestic abuse as our charity raffle this year.

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Creative Writers Coffee Morning

Fancy a cuppa while chatting to other writers?

Leixlip Community Library, Captains Hill, Leixlip, Co Kildare

Eclecticats

Put away the screens and spend some quality time with your family, playing board games.

Naas Library & Cultural Centre North Main St, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E1RT

Doodle Box Art Exhibition - Week 2

The Maynooth & Newbridge students from Doodlebox.ie (aged 5 to 12) are delighted to have an exhibition of their art on display for their families and friends to visit. They have been working very hard on their winter themed paintings and the Maynooth students are so proud to see them displayed in their local library. *Drop-in. No booking required.*

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Christmas Storytime Sessions with Carmel

Christmas Storytime Sessions With Carmel

Kildare Town Library

Family Time at Your Library : Toddler Friendly Festive Craft

Come to Maynooth Library on Saturday 14th December at 11am for a toddler-friendly Festive Craft Event. Suitable for children aged 2-5. Children attending this event must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Book your free ticket here: https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1477170

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Christmas Movie with your Teddy

Christmas Movie with your Teddy

Booking Required: https://kildare.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=16789551

Christmas Family Film Screening

We welcome you to join us for a screening of this festive 1992 family-friendly film on the BIG SCREEN!!

Leixlip Community Library Captains Hill Leixlip Co Kildare

Zero Waste Maynooth Swap Group Dec24

Join a free community event with Zero Waste Maynooth. Drop in!

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Kilcock Coder Dojo Coding Classes

Kilcock CoderDojo Club is a free, volunteer-led, community-based computer club for young people. New members welcome, enquire at the library.

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66