Sunday, 07 January 2024 - Saturday, 13 January 2024
Sunday 07 January
Organiser
Location
Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell
Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell
Kildare Town Library
Monday 08 January
Organiser
Location
Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell
Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell
Kildare Town Library
Exhibition: Connections by Kamila Lukaszewicz
Thursday December 7th 2023 - Tuesday 9th January 2024 A visual and energetic exploration of the interconnectedness of all things. How does it make you feel? Each artwork encapsulates the intention to heal, integrate, and come back to wholeness as an individual and a part of the complex tapestry of life. Kamila Lukaszewicz is a Polish artist, and holistic therapist living in Ireland for the past 19 years.
Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth
Cuidiu Breastfeeding Support Group
Are you pregnant and thinking of breastfeeding or currently breastfeeding and looking for support? Our monthly breastfeeding group is held on the second Monday of the month with qualified breastfeeding counsellors who are happy to provide support and information. We provide a warm welcome and a cup of tea/coffee. If you have any breastfeeding questions or you would just like to get out of the house for a break, please feel free to pop in anytime between 10am-11.30am. No Booking Required
Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96
The U3A 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
Meet every Monday (excl. bank holidays) 11am – 12:30pm. Accepting members
Leixlip Library
A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.
Maynooth Community Library
Homelessness and Housing Support & Information Clinic
Looking for advice on homelessness and housing supports? Visit this Kildare County Council drop-in clinic in Maynooth Community Library to learn about the supports available. *Drop in*
Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth
Tuesday 09 January
Organiser
Location
Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell
Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell
Kildare Town Library
Exhibition: Connections by Kamila Lukaszewicz
Thursday December 7th 2023 - Tuesday 9th January 2024 A visual and energetic exploration of the interconnectedness of all things. How does it make you feel? Each artwork encapsulates the intention to heal, integrate, and come back to wholeness as an individual and a part of the complex tapestry of life. Kamila Lukaszewicz is a Polish artist, and holistic therapist living in Ireland for the past 19 years.
Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth
Breastfeeding support group with Public Health Nurse
The group will be facilitated by the Public Health Nurse (PHN). All mothers who are breastfeeding are welcome to attend. No booking needed, just drop in.
Maynooth Community Library
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
Bring your project to our casual knitting group.
Kilcock Library, W23 AD66
Knitting Group Meeting every Tuesday 11am – 1pm. Accepting members
Leixlip Library
All are welcome to a special poetry night at the library. If you have a poem you’d like to share, whether it’s your own work or one you really like, whether you’re a singer and you’d like to sing a song and listen, feel free! *Drop In. No booking required*
Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth
Arts Grants Information Clinic Maynooth Community Library
Kildare County Council Arts Service will host a number of Information Sessions in locations throughout the county about applying for Creative Ireland, Arts Grants and Bursary Awards with Kildare County Council. Sessions will be of particular interest to individual artists and creatives, art collectives, community groups, youth groups and schools who intend to apply for Creative Ireland and Arts Grants from Kildare County Council in 2024.
Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth
All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required
Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip Co Kildare W23 WR96
Irish Sign Language Conversation Group
New ISL conversation group
Celbridge Library, W23 VA47
FanSci (Fantasy/Sci-fi) Book Club
Maynooth Community Library is starting a new fantasy/science-fiction book club which will meet on the 2nd Tuesday of every month. We'll be reading Yan Ge's novel ‘Strange Beasts of China’ which will be available to collect from behind the desk through the month of December. Originally published in Chinese in 2006 and translated into English in 2020, the plot centres an amateur cryptozoologist who is commissioned to uncover the stories of the city's fabled beasts.
Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth
Wednesday 10 January
Organiser
Location
Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell
Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell
Kildare Town Library
Age Friendly Coffee Mornings for over 55s
Age Friendly Coffee Mornings for over 55s
Kildare Town Library
Story Time & Sing Along Nursery Rhymes
Join us for Storytime and Rhymes in the Library.
Kilcock Library, W23 AD66
Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy which celebrates the life and work of the world-renowned Newbridge born crystallographer, will tour Kildare libraries this autumn and winter. Kathleen Lonsdale was an eminent scientist who helped to develop the science of crystallography, with many important discoveries along the way. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale.
Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth
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
Thursday 11 January
Organiser
Location
Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell
Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell
Kildare Town Library
Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy which celebrates the life and work of the world-renowned Newbridge born crystallographer, will tour Kildare libraries this autumn and winter. Kathleen Lonsdale was an eminent scientist who helped to develop the science of crystallography, with many important discoveries along the way. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale.
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
Ciorcal Comhrá - Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara
Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara
Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara
Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft
Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96
Spanish Conversation Group returns to Celbridge Library
Celbridge Library, W23 VA47
A social group for young writers aged 12 to 15, to chat, share work and bounce ideas. Online via MS Teams. For more information email maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie
Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth
Friday 12 January
Organiser
Location
Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell
Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell
Kildare Town Library
Kilcock Failte Isteach English classes
Free conversational English classes.
Kilcock Library, W23 AD66
Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy which celebrates the life and work of the world-renowned Newbridge born crystallographer, will tour Kildare libraries this autumn and winter. Kathleen Lonsdale was an eminent scientist who helped to develop the science of crystallography, with many important discoveries along the way. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale.
Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth
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
Song & Rhyme Time for 0 - 2 Year Olds
A special pocket of time for you and your young child, specifically tailored for children under 3 years. There'll be Nursery Rhymes, Action Songs and an engaging story to support their literacy development. Places are limited and one ticket is required per child. All children must be supervised during this session.
Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth
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
Mindfulness Workshop: Age Friendly @ Your Library programme
Age: 55+ years. This workshop is delivered by a trained Occupational Health Nurse and psychotherapist trained in mindfulness. The workshop will offer an opportunity to learn about the health & wellness benefits of Mindfulness and spend some time practicing it. During this session, participants will create a quiet space that helps people to feel calm and more connected to ourselves and to others.
Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth
Meeting once a month with a new book every month! Select for more info.
Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96
Children’s Book Club – The Epic, Brilliant Book Society of Athy!
Children’s Book Club – The Epic, Brilliant Book Society of Athy!
Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33
Saturday 13 January
Organiser
Location
Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell
Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell
Kildare Town Library
Messy Play Workshop for 1 - 5 Year Olds
Messy Play Workshop for 1-5 Year Olds Saturday 13th January, 10am – 11am You and your little one will make some puffy paint* with us and then will let the kids get creative. Old clothes highly recommended! Suitable for 1- to 5-year-olds. * Puffy paint is made mixing shaving cream, white glue, food colouring and flour (optional)
Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth
Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy which celebrates the life and work of the world-renowned Newbridge born crystallographer, will tour Kildare libraries this autumn and winter. Kathleen Lonsdale was an eminent scientist who helped to develop the science of crystallography, with many important discoveries along the way. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale.
Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth
Join us in Leixlip Library for a family film on the BIG SCREEN! No Booking Required.
Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96
Zero Waste Maynooth Swap Group
Zero Waste Maynooth is back with its ladies’ clothes swap shop. Drop in!
Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth