Exhibition: The Book of Kildare

For the first time, all 80 original pages of The Book of Kildare - an extraordinary masterpiece of artistry and devotion - will be displayed together in this landmark exhibition.

Exhibition: The Book of Kildare

For the first time, all 80 original pages of The Book of Kildare - an extraordinary masterpiece of artistry and devotion - will be displayed together in this landmark exhibition.

Irish Conversation Group

Weekly Irish Conversation Group

Crochet Group

Meet every Monday (excl. public holidays) 11.00am - 1.00pm. Accepting new members.

Monday Library Craft Club 2025

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.

Card Making Group

Card Making Group

Exhibition: The Book of Kildare

For the first time, all 80 original pages of The Book of Kildare - an extraordinary masterpiece of artistry and devotion - will be displayed together in this landmark exhibition.

In Between – Celbridge, Leixlip and Maynooth. An exhibition of paintings by Bugi Soja: week1

Exhibition by local artist

Purls of Wisdom

Knitting Group meeting every Tuesday 11.00am - 1.00pm. Accepting new members.

Grow Mental Health

Get your life back on track by joining a Grow peer support group.

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle Maynooth 2025

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.

Kilcock Knitting Group 2025

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

‘Make Time’ Craft Group - 18 Feb

Bimonthly craft group meeting

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome, accepting new members. No booking required.

Classic Film Screening

This 1993 classic western is loosely based on real-life events

Movie Discussion Club Feb25

Join us for the Maynooth Movie Club for adults for in depth discussion and general chat about movies! There will be a DVD of a film being discussed available at reception. For more information please email maynooth@kildarecoco.ie or phone us on 045 980493.

Parenting after Separation or Divorce

Our Parenting After Separation and Divorce talk aims to help gently support parents to reduce the stress and upset for themselves and their children. Packed full of practical advice and techniques, parents leave with an array of different ways they can improve things for their children, while also taking care of themselves.

Exhibition: The Book of Kildare

For the first time, all 80 original pages of The Book of Kildare - an extraordinary masterpiece of artistry and devotion - will be displayed together in this landmark exhibition.

Age Friendly Coffee Mornings for Over 55s

Age Friendly Coffee Mornings for Over 55s

Community Craft Group

Community Craft Group

Mini Makers Morning Feb25

Let their imaginations run wild! Join us for a morning of making for 1- 5 year olds. Practice fine motor skills while having fun! Build amazing creations using construction toys such as Magna-Tiles, Duplo, Mega Bloks, Blockaroo, and more. While not all activities will be suitable for all ages – there will be something for everyone. Suitable for 1 -5 Year Olds. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No need to book, just come along!

In Between – Celbridge, Leixlip and Maynooth. An exhibition of paintings by Bugi Soja: week1

Exhibition by local artist

Naas Library Knitting Group

Knitting Group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Celbridge Pre-school Storytime

Storytime for pre-schoolers

'A Chat About Books' Book Club

'A Chat About Books' Book Club

Age Friendly - Hook and Yarns Crochet workshop

Crochet class for adults

Ireland Reads: Paper Crafting workshop

Paper Crafting workshop for adults

Fairy Door Craft Session For Ages 7-10

Join Niamh for some easy Fairy-door design and creation using paper and other materials for ages 7-10. Limited spaces. https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1529422

Mid-term Madness at Leixlip library

Come along to Leixlip Library this Mid-Term! There will be lots of fun games and activities!!

Ireland Reads Event with Ann Murtagh

Ann Murtagh is the author of three books: The Sound of Freedom (2020), The Kidds of Summerhill (2021) and The Climbing Boys (2023), all published by The O’Brien Press.

Young Writers Feb25

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.

Exhibition: The Book of Kildare

For the first time, all 80 original pages of The Book of Kildare - an extraordinary masterpiece of artistry and devotion - will be displayed together in this landmark exhibition.

Age Friendly Connect Café - February

Monthly Age Friendly cafe with Fire Safety talk

In Between – Celbridge, Leixlip and Maynooth. An exhibition of paintings by Bugi Soja: week1

Exhibition by local artist

Baby and Toddler Stay & Play Group 2025

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!

Collage Workshop for ages 12-14, Ireland Reads

Come along to Maynooth Library on Thursday 20th February at 3:30pm for a Collage-making Workshop to celebrate Ireland Reads. We will be making fun collages out of recycled materials. You can create a collage to whatever theme you like; maybe you would like to create a vision board for 2025 or create a visual aid for your favourite book! All materials will be provided.

Spanish Conversation Group - Celbridge

Spanish Conversation Group

Get Crafty!

Get Crafty!

Midlands LGBT+ Book Club

Midlands LGBT+ Book Club

Midlands LGBT+ Book Club Feb25

Maynooth Library host an LGBTQ+ book club every month in partnership with Midlands LGBT+ Project. The group meets on the third Thursday of each month. Copies of the book are available for collection at the main desk.

Let’s Talk Parenting: Raising Bilingual Children in Ireland

Let’s Talk Parenting: Raising Bilingual Children in Ireland

Leixlip Local History - talk on Simmonstown House by Eamonn Burke

Leixlip Local History - talk on Simmonstown House by Eamonn Burke

Exhibition: The Book of Kildare

For the first time, all 80 original pages of The Book of Kildare - an extraordinary masterpiece of artistry and devotion - will be displayed together in this landmark exhibition.

Employ Ability Services, Drop-in Clinic

Employ Ability Services, Drop-in Clinic

Baby Beats - Messy Play & Live Music for Babies and Toddlers

Baby Beats is a class for babies and toddlers (up to pre-schoolers) which focuses on learning through music and play: Songs - nursery rhymes, action songs, patterns & rhythm. See the children react to the live songs accompanied on guitar! Sensory Play - a range of activities to engage the senses, including individually themed stations (tuff trays) to encourage children to explore different textures and messy play. Suitable for 6 months to preschool age.

In Between – Celbridge, Leixlip and Maynooth. An exhibition of paintings by Bugi Soja: week1

Exhibition by local artist

Parent & Toddler Group

A social event for little ones and their grown-ups!!

Story Time

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

Storytime for children aged 0 - 5 years

Storytime for children aged 0 - 5 years

Storytime for children aged 0 – 5 years

Story time for children aged 0 - 5 years

Sustainable circle weaving workshop for children aged 8+

Weaving workshop for children aged 8+

Age Friendly Coffee & Conversation

Join us every Friday morning at 11am for tea/coffee and a chat! Make a friend, read the papers......

U3A Friendship Group 2025

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

Caint agus Cupán: Ciorcal Comhrá / Irish Conversation Circle

Caint agus Cupán: Ciorcal Comhrá / Chat and Cuppa: Irish Conversation circle

Ireland Reads: Storytelling &drawing workshop with Author Aileen Crossley

Join in as we celebrate Ireland Reads with author and illustrator Aileen Crossley, author of the wonderful picture book ‘ Henny is stuck ‘ . In the workshop , Aileen Crossley will read from her book 'Henny is Stuck ' and her new book 'Where The Tree Dogs Fly'. Children will also take part in a Sing along and Draw along. All children attending the workshop must be accompanied by a parent /guardian. Book your free ticket here :https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1540927

Teen Book Club Feb25

Are you aged 12-15 and enjoy reading? Then join us in 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. Queries to be sent to maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie

Exhibition: The Book of Kildare

For the first time, all 80 original pages of The Book of Kildare - an extraordinary masterpiece of artistry and devotion - will be displayed together in this landmark exhibition.

In Between – Celbridge, Leixlip and Maynooth. An exhibition of paintings by Bugi Soja: week1

Exhibition by local artist

Supporting your baby's development through play

Parenting talk

Family Board Game Morning, Ireland Reads

Come along to a family friendly board game morning in Maynooth Library on Saturday 22nd February at 10.30 am to celebrate Ireland Reads. There will be a collection of games to choose from, with a theme of stories and fairy tales such as Harry Potter, Room on the Broom and some other classics too! A great opportunity for children to explore their literacy and numeracy skills without sitting down to read a book. Suitable for all the family, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Celebrating Irish Crafts Intergenerational Workshops

Celebrating Irish Crafts Intergenerational Workshops

Ireland Reads Day - Book Making Workshop

Celebrate Ireland Reads by creating your own handmade notebook in this beginner book making workshop with Nicola.

Stories, Songs and Games in Italian for 2 to 5 year olds Feb25

Would you like your kids to have a chance to practice their Italian while having fun and spending time with other kids their age? Here is your chance! Join us once a month for some stories, songs, fun activities and games in Italian. Suitable for 2 to 5 year olds. The event will take place in Italian so the children are required to have some knowledge of the language. Booking required: https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1390143

Ireland Reads Event: Make your own Nature Journal

Ireland Reads Event: Make your own Nature Journal with Georgina Kemmy

Free Build LEGO and Mini Figure Swap

Come along with the mini figures you want to swap. You are also encouraged to bring a small bag/box of genuine LEGO for shared building on the day.

Free Build LEGO and Mini Figure Swap

Come along with the mini figures you want to swap. You are also encouraged to bring a small bag/box of genuine LEGO for shared building on the day. Take your build home on the day! All welcome – no booking required

Spanish Language Family Meet up - February

Spanish Language Family Meet up

Stories, games and fun activities in Italian for 6 to 9 year olds Feb25

Would you like your kids to have a chance to practice their Italian while having fun and spending time with other kids their age? Here is your chance! Join us once a month to learn more about Italy and its culture through stories, fun activities and games in Italian. Suitable for 6 to 9 year olds. The event's language will be Italian so the children are required to have some knowledge of the language. Booking link: https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1390133

Calling the children of Athy! Open Mic Morning!

We invite you to come along and read a page from your favourite book to,” Get lost in good book!”, for Ireland Reads, the National Day to celebrate reading Share your favourite book and maybe get some ideas for what to read next! No need to book, just come along!