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Sunday, 01 January 2023 - Sunday, 31 December 2023

Monday 02 January

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Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 03 January

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Location

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Thursday 05 January

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Location

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

Friday 06 January

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Location

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 06/01

A brand new offering of Story-time, specifically tailored for children under 3. There'll be Nursery Rhymes, Action Songs and an engaging story to support their literacy development.

Maynooth Community Library

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

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

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Ciorcal Comhrá / Irish Language Conversation Circle

Leabharlann Cill Drichid / Celbridge Library W23 VA47

Sand art workshop for 6 -12 year olds with Noeleen Bontempi

Join in in this fun sand art workshop with Noeleen Bontempi where children will create a colourful piece of art using different colored sand trays.

Maynooth Community Library

Monday 09 January

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Location

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 10 January

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Location

Breast -feeding 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

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Tuesday Evening Crime Bookclub

We are currently seeking expressions of interest for a Crime Book Club which would meet on the second Tuesday of each month from 7pm - 7.50pm beginning Tuesday 10th January. If you are interested in joining this book club, please register at the following link : https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/805685

Maynooth Community Library

Wednesday 11 January

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Location

Ciorcal Comhrá Léim an Bhradáin

Irish Conversation Group at Leixlip Library! All levels welcome.

Leixlip Library

Thursday 12 January

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Location

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

Friday 13 January

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Location

Song & Rhyme Time for 0-2 year olds 13/01

A brand new offering of Story-time, specifically tailored for children under 3. There'll be Nursery Rhymes, Action Songs and an engaging story to support their literacy development.

Maynooth Community 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

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Carmel's Storytime!

Story time for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town 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

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Ciorcal Comhrá / Irish Language Conversation Circle

Leabharlann Cill Drichid / Celbridge Library W23 VA47

Saturday 14 January

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Location

Maynooth Zero Waste

Zero Waste Maynooth hosts its monthly Ladies Clothes Swap Shop. Reduce textile waste by swapping clothes - great for the environment and your pocket! Bring up 3 items of clothes in good condition and get something new to you. Kids Toy Swap also on the day.

Maynooth Community Library

Family Movie Screening

Surprise screening of a family friendly film!

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Board Games Session

A fun afternoon of games for all the family

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Monday 16 January

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Location

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

"Winter Wellness (Body)" Free Event

Talk on staying well over the winter months

Online via Zoom Booking on Ticket Tailor: https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/822721 Free event

Tuesday 17 January

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Location

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Wednesday 18 January

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Location

Drop in Lego session

Drop in Lego session

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Thursday 19 January

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Location

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

Storytime with Lorraine

Join us for a fun-filled Storytime at Leixlip Library! Booking Essential!

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Get Crafty!

Adult craft group

Kildare Town Library

Friday 20 January

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Location

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

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Carmel's Storytime!

Story time for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town 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

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Story-Time for 3-6 year olds 20/01

A brand new offering of Story-time, specifically catered for older children aged 3 and older. There'll be a few stories, and some popular Action Songs to support their stage of literacy development.

Maynooth Community Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Ciorcal Comhrá / Irish Language Conversation Circle

Leabharlann Cill Drichid / Celbridge Library W23 VA47

Go Fly Your Kite Workshop to celebrate Chinese New Year for ages 5+

Come and enjoy our free kite workshop on Friday 20th January . Celebrate Chinese New Year by tracing colouring building and flying your own take home kite that really flies!

Maynooth Community Library

Arts & Crafts with Aoife

Join Aoife in the at Leixlip Library Gallery Space for some arts and crafts fun! Booking Essential!

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Teen Book Club for Ages 12-15 -Taster Session

Maynooth Library is starting a brand new in-person book club for ages 12 to 15 and it needs you!- or any book lovers you know. This is a book club with a difference; while there is always a suggested book to pick up, members can read whatever they like and share their best BookTok recommendations.

Maynooth Community Library

Monday 23 January

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Location

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 24 January

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Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Breast -feeding 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

Pain Management Workshop with Sandra and Kildare Library

Pain Management Workshop with Sandra and Kildare Library

Online via ZOOM - Booking on Ticket Tailor: https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/822719

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Wednesday 25 January

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Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Energy Ambassadors Workshop

Kildare County Library service is committed to working with communities across the county to address the challenges for homeowners of managing their energy needs.

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Ciorcal Comhrá Léim an Bhradáin

Irish Conversation Group at Leixlip Library! All levels welcome.

Leixlip Library

Nadúr Storytime & Craft with Jean

Bilingual nature-themed storytime and arty fun!

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation with Sandra - Free 5 week course

Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation with Sandra - Free 5 week course (Week 1 of 5)

Online Booking on Ticket Tailor: https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/822713

Thursday 26 January

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Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

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

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co.Kildare R14 DK33

Ciorcal Comhrá

Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Is féidir leat teacht go dtí an leabharlann nó bígí linn ar líne.

Monthly meet-up for local businesses & entrepreneurs

Monthly meeting for local business owners and entrepreneurs

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Get Crafty!

Adult craft group

Kildare Town Library

German ‘Stammtisch’, informal conversation meet-up for adults

Do you want to practice your German? Maynooth Library hosts a monthly informal German conversation meet-up, for anyone with an interest in the language and culture in German-speaking countries.

Maynooth Community Library

Spaces available in murder mystery book club - Celbridge Library

Spaces available in murder mystery book club (meeting on the 4th Thursday of the month)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Friday 27 January

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Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Toddler Time in the Library

A time to play with & meet other toddlers

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

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

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Carmel's Storytime!

Story time for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town Library

Expression of interest: New Morning Book Club - Celbridge Library

Expression of interest for a new morning book club (monthly, Friday at 11am)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

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

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Story-Time for 3-6 year olds 27/01

A brand new offering of Story-time, specifically catered for older children aged 3 and older. There'll be a few stories, and some popular Action Songs to support their stage of literacy development.

Maynooth Community Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Ciorcal Comhrá / Irish Language Conversation Circle

Leabharlann Cill Drichid / Celbridge Library W23 VA47

Grow - Mental Health Talk

Mental Health Talk

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Saturday 28 January

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Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Smartphone filmmaking workshop for ages 12- 15 with Burning House Productions

This workshop will be taught by award winning industry professionals who work in the Irish and UK film industry.

Maynooth Community Library

Sunday 29 January

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Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Monday 30 January

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Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 31 January

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Children’s Etching Workshop with BlueWay Studios

Children’s Etching Workshop with BlueWay Studios Tuesday 31st Jan at 4PM Ages: 8+ Get creative in this two hour climate action workshop! Incorporate a St Brigid theme with etching (drypoint) on recycled CDs or TetraPak. Create postcards or mini prints using recycled CD’s. Book Here: https://buytickets.at/naaslibrary/822556

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Women's Ex-Pat Group Jan 23

The group is for women: expats who relocated to Ireland and returning expats. The library would become a meeting place, to chat, make new friends and share stories - good and bad - about their transition from their native land to their present address. Returning expats are also welcome to share their experiences.

Maynooth Community Library

Wednesday 01 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

New Beginnings – A Creative Workshop With Dr Sinead O Connor from Festina Lente

New Beginnings – A Creative Workshop With Dr Sinead O Connor from Festina Lente Join us for a creative workshop as we enter the first day of Spring in Ireland – to celebrate Saint Brigid’s Day - a new season of hope and growth.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

St Brigid’s Day – Pre-school storytime and craft event at Celbridge Library

Pre-school storytime and craft event for St. Brigid's Day

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Baby & Toddler Time at Leixlip Library

*Group meeting on Wednesday this week only* 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

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

The Story of St.Brigid: Storytelling workshop with Helena Byrne

The Story of St. Brigid with singer and storyteller Helena Byrne for ages 7+

Maynooth Community Library

3D Printing With Carl

Children’s Events 3D Printing With Carl Ages: 10-12 years New 3D printing workshop! Create your very own St Brigid's Cross on our 3D printer this St. Brigid's Day

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Children’s St Brigid’s Cross Workshop with Jenni

Children’s St Brigid’s Cross Workshop with Jenni Make your very own St Brigid’s Cross with pipe cleaners. Help design St Brigids Cloak – using craft paper and colours!

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation with Sandra - Free 5 week course

Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation with Sandra - (Week 2 of 5)

Online Booking on Ticket Tailor: https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/822713

Thursday 02 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

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

"Colour me Bright" exhibition by artist Beverley Henley 2-28 February

Beverley Henley’s Art Exhibition will be available to view in Maynooth Community Library’s Gallery space on the ground floor of the library from Thursday 2nd February - Tuesday 28th February.

Maynooth Community Library

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Children's Book Club

Meeting once a month with a new book every month!

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

St. Brigid’s Doll Making Craft with Jean

Join Jean in Leixlip Library to make a traditional straw Babóg Bhríde, a Brigid’s doll or Brideog. This custom is still practised in some parts of Ireland. The dolls are made on the eve of St. Brigid’s day and then brought around the village or town the next day to welcome the coming of spring.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Spaces available in murder mystery book club - Celbridge Library

Spaces available in murder mystery book club (meeting on the 4th Thursday of the month)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Family Storytime and Craft (Making St Brigid’s Cross)

Immerse yourself in the legend and lore of St Brigid as our own masterful storyteller, Michelle, takes you on a journey through history. Participate in a fun, family cross making workshop. To book your place contact Athy Library on 045-980555 or email: athylib@kildarecoco.ie

Athy Library Convent Lane Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Friday 03 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Song & Rhyme Time for 0-2 year olds 03/02

A special pocket of time for you and your very young child, specifically tailored for children under 3.

Maynooth Community Library

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Carmel's Storytime! - song, dance and stories for 0 - 5 year olds

Carmel’s Storytime - Song, dance and stories for the 0 – 5-year old’s

Kildare Town Library

Expression of interest: New Morning Book Club - Celbridge Library

Expression of interest for a new morning book club (monthly, Friday at 11am)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

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

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

St. Brigid’s Cross-Making Workshop with Beth Murphy from Willow Wonder

For Adults & children aged 8+ Join Beth Murphy from Willow Wonder for this workshop where you can learn how to make a St. Brigid's cross from rushes. Spaces are limited! Families attending the workshop will make one St. Brigid's cross per family Children must be accompanied by a parent /guardian.

Maynooth Community Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Storytelling: Glorious Godesses of Ancient Ireland

Karen Ward, writer of Glorious Goddesses of Ancient Ireland, is delighted to come to the library to tell you all about the amazing Celtic Goddess and Matron Saint of Ireland Brigid as we celebrate her special new national holiday. Did you know that as a triple Goddess she had three magnificent talents and as our Irish female saint she had a pet fox who could do tricks and hung her magical cloak on a sunbeam? Join us for this fun and informative session about this Glorious Goddess.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Celebrating St Brigid 1500 - Athy Library’s Tea and a Song

Join our local musicians and storytellers for a special session to celebrate St Brigid’s Day here at Athy Library. No need to book, just come along.

Athy Library Convent Lane Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Vital Signs: A Lecture and Poetry Reading by Martin Dyar, with Music by Treasa Harkin and Mairéad Carroll

A Lecture and Poetry Reading by Martin Dyar, with Music by Treasa Harkin and Mairéad Carroll

Kildare Town Library

Saturday 04 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Sunday 05 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Monday 06 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 07 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Transforming the Big 5 - Supporting Your Child/Teenagers emotional wellbeing

Transforming the Big 5 - Supporting Your Child/Teenagers emotional wellbeing with Dr. Eddie Murphy

Athy Library, R14 DK33

Wednesday 08 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Childrens Weekly Storytime

Weekly storytime session for under 5's

Newbridge Library

Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation with Sandra - Free 5 week course

Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation with Sandra - (Week 3 of 5)

Online Booking on Ticket Tailor: https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/822713

Thursday 09 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

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

Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Online Teen Writers Group Feb

Open to Teens and Tweens to enjoy writing, Maynooth Teen Writers Group meets online for an hour, twice a month. This is a relaxed and friendly environment to talk about writing, get some feedback if they wish and also very important quiet writing time.

Online

Get Crafty!

Craft group

Kildare Town Library

Birdwatch Ireland Kildare Branch – Wonders of Bray Head with guest speaker Cóilín MacLochlainn

The Kildare Branch of BirdWatch Ireland was founded in 2010, and since then has been a very active organization within the county. We hold monthly talks on the second Thursday of every month at 7.00pm in Naas Library. These talks are based not only on birds but also on general conservation topics from BirdWatch Ireland members of staff and other national experts. On the Saturday following the talk we have outings. These alternate between events within Kildare and surrounding counties.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Let’s Talk About Parenting – Tackling Burnout- Self Care for Parents

Let’s Talk About Parenting – Tackling Burnout- Self Care for Parents Presented by Helen Vaughan (Maynooth Counselling & Psychotherapy) Burnout – how can we recognise it and what can we do? Burnout can be a major problem in today’s modern and busy world. Learn how to recognize the signs & what to do about it. Pick up some skills on how to build your inner strength, controlling what you can, and how to rest properly (without stimuli!)

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Spaces available in murder mystery book club - Celbridge Library

Spaces available in murder mystery book club (meeting on the 4th Thursday of the month)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Friday 10 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Song & Rhyme Time for 0-2 year olds 10/02

A special pocket of time for you and your very young child, specifically tailored for children under 3

Maynooth Community 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

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Kildare Town Library

Expression of interest: New Morning Book Club - Celbridge Library

Expression of interest for a new morning book club (monthly, Friday at 11am)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

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

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Saturday 11 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Maynooth Zero Waste Ladies Clothes Swap and Kids Toy Swap

Ladies Clothes Swap - bring up to 3 items in good condition and Swap for something new to you! No charge, just swapping for fun while looking after the environment! Kids Toy Swap - let the kids enjoy swapping too! Small items only please Repair drop in session with The Craft Corner - learn how to mend your clothes to save them from waste and keep them for longer Cloth Nappy Library Ireland - information and support on modern cloth nappies

Maynooth Community Library

Family Library Movie Screening

On Saturday the 11th of February we welcome you to join us for a surprise screening of a family friendly film rated PG on the BIG screen in Leixlip Library.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Sunday 12 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Monday 13 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 14 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

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

Childrens Arts & Crafts

Valentines Arts & Crafts with D’ink Studio Ages 8-14

Newbridge Library

Valentine’s Day I Love you to Pieces workshop

Valentine’s Day I Love you to Pieces workshop with Orla for 6 – 8 year olds

Kildare Town Library

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

"Beginners" Adult Sewing Machine Classes 2023

These classes run for three consecutive weeks on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 - 7.55 pm. If interested, please give your name at the main desk in Maynooth Community Library.

Maynooth Community Library

Adult Cult Classic Movie Screening

On Tuesday the 14th of February we welcome you to join us for an Adult Cult Classic film screening on the BIG screen in Leixlip Library No Booking Required

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Tuesday Murder Club (Feb)

The next meeting of the Tuesday evening Crime Bookclub will take place on Tuesday 14th February 7.00pm – 7.50pm. The book club will meet on the second Tuesday of each month from 7pm - 7.50pm. If you are interested in joining the book club, please email Maynooth Community Library at maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie

Maynooth Community Library

Leixlip Film Club

Film Club at your library! Meeting the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

Leixlip Library

Valentine’s Craft with the staff from Athy Library!

Drop in and make your own Valentine’s card and gift for your loved ones. We might even look at some lovable stories! To book your place contact Athy Library on 045-980555 or email: athylib@kildarecoco.ie

Athy Library Convent Lane Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Wednesday 15 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Celebrate International Day of Woman and Girls in Science 2023 with Anyone4Science - Make your own Lip Balm

Celebrate International Day of Woman and Girls in Science 2023 with Anyone4Science - Make your own Lip Balm Ages: 8+ Learn about the properties of the various ingredients in lip balm (beeswax, coconut oil, shea butter), their melting points and why they are different. Make and take home your own. sample.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Ultimaker 3D printing workshop

Course Duration: 4 x 1.5-hour sessions

Newbridge Library

Make your own Jellies!

Make your own Jellies! Join Anyone4Science here in Naas Library and make your own Jelly Sweets. Learn the scientific process behind these sweet treats. Find your best recipe and do a taste test.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Ciorcal Comhrá Léim an Bhradáin

Irish Conversation Group at Leixlip Library! All levels welcome.

Leixlip Library

Childrens Weekly Storytime

Weekly storytime session for under 5's

Newbridge Library

Build and Create Lego Drop in Afternoon (for 6-12 year olds)

Build and Create Lego Drop in Afternoon

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation with Sandra - Free 5 week

Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation with Sandra - (Week 4 of 5)

Online: Booking on Ticket Tailor: https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/822713

Thursday 16 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

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

Ultimaker 3D printing workshop

Course Duration: 4 x 1.5-hour sessions

Newbridge Library

Celbridge Library Short Story Book Club: spaces available

Short story book club seeking new members (the 3rd Thursday of each month)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Illustration Workshop – Making Birdhouses with Mags Suggs

Come make a welcoming birdhouse with illustrator, Mags Suggs. all materials supplied Nesting boxes are little shelters for birds, who are migrants, and might need a welcoming place to call home. We'll be drawing some of our favourite things and decorating our own birdhouses with the artwork. To book your place contact Athy Library on 045-980555 or email: athylib@kildarecoco.ie

Athy Library Convent Lane Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Beginners Chess Workshop (for 8-13 year olds)

Pawn to King Beginners Chess workshop

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Make your own Tablet with Anthony

Make your own Tablet with Anthony

Kildare Town Library

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Storytime with Lorraine

Join Lorraine for a fun-filled Storytime at Leixlip Library! Suitable for ages 4-7 years. (Please book one ticket per child only). We look forward to seeing you!

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Online Teen Writers Group Feb

Open to Teens and Tweens to enjoy writing, Maynooth Teen Writers Group meets online for an hour, twice a month. This is a relaxed and friendly environment to talk about writing, get some feedback if they wish and also very important quiet writing time.

Online

Kildare Town Library

Decade of Commemorations Lecture: JOHN DORNEY - The IRA War On Entertainments

In March 1923 the anti-Treaty IRA, in response to the ongoing execution of their prisoners, anti-Treaty IRA Chief of Staff Liam Lynch declared a ban on public entertainments including sports, theatre and cinema during a period of 'national mourning'.

Maynooth Community Library

Spaces available in murder mystery book club - Celbridge Library

Spaces available in murder mystery book club (meeting on the 4th Thursday of the month)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Friday 17 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Local Community Meet and Greet: Parent and Child Session

Local Community Meet and Greet: Parent and Child Session at Celbridge Library

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

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

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Ultimaker 3D printing workshop

Course Duration: 4 x 1.5-hour sessions

Newbridge Library

Carmel’s Storytime - Song, dance and stories for the 0 – 5-year old’s

Carmel’s Storytime - Song, dance and stories for the 0 – 5-year old’s

Kildare Town Library

Expression of interest: New Morning Book Club - Celbridge Library

Expression of interest for a new morning book club (monthly, Friday at 11am)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

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

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Teen Book Club for Ages 12-15 -Taster Session Feb

Maynooth Library is starting a brand new in-person book club for ages 12 to 15 and it needs you!- or any book lovers you know. This is a book club with a difference; while there is always a suggested book to pick up, members can read whatever they like and share their best BookTok recommendations.

Maynooth Community Library

Saturday 18 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Ultimaker 3D printing workshop

Course Duration: 4 x 1.5-hour sessions

Newbridge Library

Maynooth Women's Group 18/02

A meeting space for local women usually held on the first and third Saturday of the month at 11am.

Maynooth Community Library

Ukrainian Play Session

Ukrainian Play Session Toys and games provided for the children with tea, coffee, and refreshments for parents. Drop In – No booking required

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

“Colour me Bright” Art Exhibition Opening

An art exhibition opening by local artist Beverley Henley will take place from 2-4pm on Saturday 18th Feb 2023. Please feel free to come along to the opening. Everyone is welcome! Light refreshments will be provided in the gallery area at the opening and you can chat to the artist about art and her work. The "Colour me Bright" exhibition contains original abstract pieces with flow and form, floral works, and abstract paintings based on local places.

Maynooth Community Library

Board Games Session in Celbridge Library

A fun board games afternoon

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Sunday 19 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Monday 20 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 21 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Start your Irish Sign Language journey today - Bringing Communities Together

Start your Irish Sign Language journey today - Bringing Communities Together (week 1 of 6 )

Kildare Town Library

"Beginners" Adult Sewing Machine Classes 2023

These classes run for three consecutive weeks on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 - 7.55 pm. If interested, please give your name at the main desk in Maynooth Community Library.

Maynooth Community Library

Dyspraxia/ DCD Talks with (Dyspraxia/ DCD Ireland)

Dyspraxia/ DCD Talks with (Dyspraxia/ DCD Ireland) The emotional and physical aspects of Dyspraxia/ DCD Neurodivergent adult, adolescent and child psychotherapist Lorraine Mooney will facilitate a talk for parents/ carers who have just embarked on their Dyspraxia/DCD journey with their child. She will discuss the physical and emotional aspects of Dyspraxia/ DCD and will facilitate an opportunity for questions to assist parents in their journey going forward.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Wednesday 22 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Childrens Weekly Storytime

Weekly storytime session for under 5's

Newbridge Library

Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation with Sandra - Free 5 week

Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation with Sandra - (Week 5 of 5)

Online : Booking on Ticket Tailor: https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/822713

Ireland Reads: Online Book Club with author Caoilinn Hughes

We are delighted to have acclaimed Irish author Caoilinn Hughes join us on Teams to discuss her 2020 novel The Wild Laughter. The book can be borrowed from our Kildare branches and is also available as an audiobook on Borrowbox, narrated by Chris O'Dowd.

Maynooth Community Library

Thursday 23 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

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

Celbridge Library Short Story Book Club: spaces available

Short story book club seeking new members (the 3rd Thursday of each month)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Ciorcal Comhrá

Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Kildare Town Library

Kildare Town Library

German ‘Stammtisch’, informal conversation meet-up for adults Feb

Do you want to practice your German? Maynooth Library hosts a monthly informal German conversation meet-up, for anyone with an interest in the language and culture in German-speaking countries.

Maynooth Community Library

Let's Talk About Parenting: Sibling Rivalry

Sibling Rivalry Presented by Allen O’Donoghue

Newbridge Library, W12 W861

Spaces available in murder mystery book club - Celbridge Library

Spaces available in murder mystery book club (meeting on the 4th Thursday of the month)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Friday 24 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Let's Talk About Parenting: Tackling ‘Burnout’ - Self-Care for Parents

Tackling ‘Burnout’: Self-Care for Parents resented by Helen Vaughan (Maynooth Counselling & Psychotherapy)

Celbridge Library, W23VA47

Toddler Time in Celbridge Library

Toddler time in Celbridge Library

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

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

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Carmel’s Storytime - Song, dance and stories for the 0 – 5-year old’s

Carmel’s Storytime - Song, dance and stories for the 0 – 5-year old’s

Kildare Town Library

Expression of interest: New Morning Book Club - Celbridge Library

Expression of interest for a new morning book club (monthly, Friday at 11am)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

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

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Mr. Wolf Storytime and Art for Ireland Reads with Author Tatyana Feeney

Join Scout the Dog on an adventure around Ireland with author and Illustrator Jennifer Farley as she reads from her book 'Scout’s Best Day Ever an Adventure around Ireland' and learn how to illustrate some of the favourite characters from the book!

Maynooth Community Library

Story-Time for 3-6 year olds 24/02

A story-time specifically tailored for children 3 and older. There'll be a few stories, and some popular Action Songs to support their stage of literacy development. Places are limited and one ticket is required per child. All children must be supervised during this session.

Maynooth Community Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Book Busters Children's Book Club 24/02

Book Busters Children's Book Club Friday 24th February 3:45pm Our Book Busters children's book club for ages 8-11 meets on the last Friday of the month at 3:45pm. New members welcome! Contact maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie to enquire.

Maynooth Community Library

Saturday 25 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Design Your Bookmark for World Book Day.

Create your own bookmark for World Book Day! Get creative with colours and crafty bits n pieces.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare

Maynooth Women's Group 25/02

A meeting space for local women usually held on the first and third Saturday of the month at 11am.

Maynooth Community Library

Ireland Reads: Oliver Jeffers Short Film & Reading Party

To celebrate Ireland Reads Day, join the staff of Maynooth Community Library for a short animated film screening based on an Oliver Jeffers' classic, followed by a family reading party of one of his cherished children's picture books.

Maynooth Community Library

Beauty and The Beast Puppet Show

Beauty and The Beast Puppet Show Beauty and her family move house after losing all their money. One day her father meets a strange creature called Beast , who helps him. Beast wants to meet a girl with a good heart , because only she can break the spell cast on him! Will Beauty be able to save him? Celebrate Ireland Reads Day with Cheeky Monkey, Julie-Rose and McCormick Puppetry here in Naas Library with this classic tale

Naas LIbrary Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Ireland Reads: Storytelling & Illustration Workshop with Jennifer Farley

Join Scout the Dog on an adventure around Ireland with author and Illustrator Jennifer Farley as she reads from her book 'Scout’s Best Day Ever an Adventure around Ireland' and learn how to illustrate some of the favourite characters from the book!

Maynooth Community Library

Sunday 26 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Monday 27 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 28 February

Organiser

Location

Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.

THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman

Kildare Town Library

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

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Start your Irish Sign Language journey today - Bringing Communities Together

A Healthy Ireland Event Start your Irish Sign Language journey today (week 2 of 6)

Kildare Town Library

We are delighted to host author Maria McDonald here in Newbridge Library for the evening, where she will be interviewed and also read from her new novel The Devil’s Own.

We are delighted to host author Maria McDonald here in Newbridge Library for the evening, where she will be interviewed and also read from her new novel The Devil’s Own. This event is supported by the County Kildare Decade of Commemorations Committee and the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media under the Decade of Centenaries 2012-23 initiative.

Newbridge Library

Women's Ex-Pat Group Feb 23

The group is for women: expats who relocated to Ireland and returning expats. The library would become a meeting place, to chat, make new friends and share stories - good and bad - about their transition from their native land to their present address. Returning expats are also welcome to share their experiences.

Maynooth Community Library

"Beginners" Adult Sewing Machine Classes 2023

These classes run for three consecutive weeks on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 - 7.55 pm. If interested, please give your name at the main desk in Maynooth Community Library.

Maynooth Community Library

Speech and Language Talks with CAINT

Speech and Language Talks with CAINT Promoting Play Development Play is the main occupation of children and promotes skills such as leaning, language, problem solving, social communication and life skills. This talk will cover the developmental stages of play such as what to expect at each age and stage and also advice on how to promote play development in children. A list of some of our favourite games and activities will also be provided. This talk is suitable for parents and educators. Edel K

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Let's Talk About Parenting: Family Finance – free and impartial advice. Presented by MABS (Money, Advice & Budgeting Service).

Family Finance – free and impartial advice presented by MABS (Money, Advice & Budgeting Service)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Wednesday 01 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Kildare Town Library

Starting February 2023

Exciting new book club in Newbridge Library

Newbridge Library

Kildare Town Library

Crosswords and Coffee in Celbridge Library

A new morning meet-up for crossword enthusiasts

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Childrens Weekly Storytime

Weekly storytime session for under 5's

Newbridge Library

Thursday 02 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

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

Knit and a Natter, Knitting Group

Come along to a crafty morning of knitting or just doing your favorite craft.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

safeTALK Training

Training is free and for person over 18. Booking is essential. Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Celbridge Library Short Story Book Club: spaces available

Short story book club seeking new members (the 3rd Thursday of each month)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Ciorcal Comhrá - Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Online Teen Writers Group March

Open to Teens and Tweens to enjoy writing, Maynooth Teen Writers Group meets online for an hour, twice a month. This is a relaxed and friendly environment to talk about writing, get some feedback if they wish and also very important quiet writing time.

Online

Kildare Town Library

Spaces available in murder mystery book club - Celbridge Library

Spaces available in murder mystery book club (meeting on the 4th Thursday of the month)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Friday 03 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

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

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Storytime with Carmel

Storytime for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town Library

Expression of interest: New Morning Book Club - Celbridge Library

Expression of interest for a new morning book club (monthly, Friday at 11am)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

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

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Athy Library’s Tea and a Song Friday 3rd March from 11am.

Come along for Tea and a song at Athy Library. Enjoy music, fun and laughter with musicians John Wright, Rob Chanders and guests! This is a free event, no need to book.

Athy Library Convent Lane Eircode R14DK33

Magical Mackers Magic Show & Bubble Disco (Maynooth)

Join us to celebrate the 40th Birthday of Maynooth Community Library with a magic show and bubble disco from Genie Mackers! Children attending the event must be accompanied by a parent/ guardian.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Ciorcal Comhrá / Irish Language Conversation Circle

Leabharlann Cill Drichid / Celbridge Library W23 VA47

Saturday 04 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Celbridge Library - 40 years celebration

Celbridge Library - 40 years celebration

Celbridge Library

Mermaid Storytime with Mershell!!

Join Mershell the Mermaid for breathwork, mindfulness and imagination. Travel under the sea to hear tales of Celtic myths, legends and mermaids! Inclusive family time. For children from 5-11 years old. To book your place contact Athy Library on 045-980555 or email: athylib@kildarecoco.ie

Athy Library Convent Lane R14DK33

Seachtain na Gaeilge: Bilingual Circus Skills Workshop (7 years+) / Ceardlann Scileanna Sorcais le Dátheangach (7 bliana d’aois+)

Bilingual Circus Skills Workshop for children aged 7 years+ / Ceardlann Scileanna Sorcais le Dátheangach do páistí 7 bliana d’aois+

Celbridge Library

Sunday 05 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Monday 06 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Baby Beats: Messy Play & Live Music for Babies & Toddlers

Baby Beats is a class for babies and toddlers (up to preschoolers) which focuses on learning through music and play. Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 07 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Age Friendly Basic Computer Class- Starting with Email

Age Friendly Basic Computer Class - How to Create an Email Address, sending and receiving emails. Tuesdays 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th March from 2.00pm-3.00pm.

Athy Library Convent Lane R14DK33

Rainbow Reflexology Room with Joanne Loftus

4 week reflexology for babies

Kildare Town Library Booking : https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/858353 Please note that you must commit to all sessions in the course

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Supports For Your Business Talk

Are you a business operating in Kildare? Do you want to learn more about the supports from Kildare County Council / The Local Enterprise Office? If so we are holding an information seminar on Tuesday 7th March at 2:30 pm.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

An Ghaeilge in Átha Í

I ndiaidh fáilte bheith curtha roimh na rannpháirtithe agus roinnt bheag eolais bheith curtha ar fáil dóibh, beidh plé oscailte faoi stádas na teanga ar an mbaile agus glacfar le moltaí faoin slí is fearr le tabhairt faoi fhorbairt.

Athy Library Convent Lane R14DK33

Egg Box Recycling Story and Craft

Join the staff at Athy Library to hold our very own egg box recycling craft and story time! For children aged 5+ To book your place contact Athy Library on 045-980555 or email: athylib@kildarecoco.ie

Athy Library Convent Lane R14DK33

Start your Irish Sign Language journey today - Bringing Communities Together

A Healthy Ireland Event - Start your Irish Sign Language journey today (Week 3 of 6 )

Kildare Town Library

Sean Nós Workshop for Families with Máire Ní Choilm

Leixlip Community Library is delighted to invite you to attend a sean-nós singing workshop to celebrate Seachtain na Gaeilge 2023. Please Select for details and link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Wednesday 08 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

PPO Power of Play - Doodle Box Art & Craft for Toddlers

Art and craft for children through storytelling

Kildare Town Library

Baby Sign Language (4-week course) presented by Claire Glynn (Clever Little Handies)

4 week course for parents to connect with other parents with babies of a similar age and to teach their baby to communicate before they can talk.

Maynooth Community Library

Ciorcal Comhrá Léim an Bhradáin

Irish Conversation Group at Leixlip Library! All levels welcome.

Leixlip Library

Childrens Weekly Storytime

Weekly storytime session for under 5's

Newbridge Library

A Lilywhite night

A Lilywhite night Wednesday March 8th 6.30pm – Doors open at 6.00pm

Athy Library Convent Lane R14DK33

Thursday 09 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

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

Knit and a Natter, Knitting Group

Come along to a crafty morning of knitting or just doing your favorite craft.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Online Teen Writers Group March

Open to Teens and Tweens to enjoy writing, Maynooth Teen Writers Group meets online for an hour, twice a month. This is a relaxed and friendly environment to talk about writing, get some feedback if they wish and also very important quiet writing time.

Online

Poetry Open Mic

Open Mic Night

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

"My World" Exhibition/ Meet the Artist Evening

All are welcome to drop in to Maynooth Community Library between 6.30pm - 7.30pm to view the ‘My World’ Exhibition and meet the artist Emma Kilcullen. Light refreshments will be provided.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Spaces available in murder mystery book club - Celbridge Library

Spaces available in murder mystery book club (meeting on the 4th Thursday of the month)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Friday 10 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Early Years Event – Messy Play with Mia Lopez!

Messy Hands with Discovery Playtime at Athy Library Join Mia Lopez for sensory and messy play session suitable for children, babies, and toddlers. Children will freely explore a variety of textures, colours and shapes that are safe and appropriate to their development. These activities will help your child develop basic life skills through play, such as fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, communication and more. Suitable for 0-4 Year Olds

Athy Library Convent Lane R14DK33

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

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Storytime with Carmel!

Storytime for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town Library

Expression of interest: New Morning Book Club - Celbridge Library

Expression of interest for a new morning book club (monthly, Friday at 11am)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

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

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Soap Making Workshop for Adults

Make your own bar of soaps to take home! Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Ciorcal Comhrá / Irish Language Conversation Circle

Leabharlann Cill Drichid / Celbridge Library W23 VA47

Saturday 11 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Seachtain na Gaeilge: Ceardlann Drámaíocht dhátheangach le Clíona de Brí (6-10 bliain d’aois) / Bilingual Drama Workshop with Clíona de Brí (6-10 years)

Seachtain le Gaeilge: Ceardlann Drámaíocht dhátheangach le Clíona de Brí (6-10 bliain d’aois) / Bilingual Drama Workshop with Clíona de Brí (6-10 years)

Celbridge Library

Ceardlann Scileanna Sorcais/ Circus Skills Workshop (Maynooth)

Tá an cheardlann oscailte do chách, agus beidh sí á stiúradh trí Ghaeilge agus trí Bhéarla. The workshop is open to all and will be led through Irish and English language.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Bilingual Circus Skills Workshop for Seachtain na Gaeilge

Circus Skills workshops are inclusive and fun. Suitable for Ages 7+ Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Sunday 12 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Monday 13 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 14 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

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

Rainbow Reflexology Room with Joanne Loftus

A 4 week reflexology course for babies

Kildare Town Library • Please note that you must commit to all sessions in the course • Book here: https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/858353

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

St Patrick’s Day Craft

Join the staff from Athy Library for a wonderful craft to celebrate St Patrick’s Day! For children aged 5+

Athy Library Convent Lane R14DK33

Start your Irish Sign Language journey today - Bringing Communities Together

A Healthy Ireland Event : Start your Irish Sign Language journey today - Bringing Communities Together (Week 4 of 6)

Kildare Town Library

Tuesday Murder Club (Mar)

The next meeting of the Tuesday evening Crime Bookclub will take place on Tuesday 14th March 7.00pm – 7.50pm. The book club will meet on the second Tuesday of each month from 7pm - 7.50pm. If you are interested in joining the book club, please email Maynooth Community Library at maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie

Maynooth Community Library

Teen Nutrition: Fuelling Growth and Fitness. Online talk presented by Sarah Keogh (Eatwell).

Let's Talk About Parenting: Teen Nutrition - Fuelling Growth and Fitness

Online

Wednesday 15 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Childrens Weekly Storytime

Weekly storytime session for under 5's

Newbridge Library

Build and Create Lego Afternoon in Celbridge Library (6-12 year olds)

A drop in session to build & create with Lego

Celbridge Library

Ceardlann Drámaíochta/ Drama Workshop (Maynooth)

Sracfhéachaint is ea an cheardlann seo ar na bunscileanna a bhíonn ag teastáil chun léiriú nó cóiriú drámata a thabhairt ar leabhar nó scéal. This workshop looks at the basic skills needed to bring a book or tale to life on stage.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Arts & Crafts with Aoife

Join Aoife in the Leixlip Library Gallery Space for some St. Patrick’s Day arts and crafts fun. Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Thursday 16 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

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

Knit and a Natter, Knitting Group

Come along to a crafty morning of knitting or just doing your favorite craft.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Storytime with Lorraine

Join Lorraine for a fun-filled Storytime at Leixlip Library! Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Spaces available in murder mystery book club - Celbridge Library

Spaces available in murder mystery book club (meeting on the 4th Thursday of the month)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Friday 17 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

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

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Saturday 18 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Sunday 19 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Monday 20 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 21 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Start your Irish Sign Language journey today - Bringing Communities Together

A Healthy Ireland event - Start your Irish Sign Language journey today (week 5 of 6 )

Kildare Town Library

Poetry Open Mic

Open Mic Night

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

World Poetry Day Open Mic/ Slam Poetry Night (Maynooth)

On World Poetry Day let Emmett O Brien, Annie Peter and David Hynes regale you with their pieces about life and death and everything in between. Come be entertained to within an inch of your lives. Some limited time is available for fellow or wannabe poets who would like to perform.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Family Balance / Working Parents - Let's Talk Parenting Event

There is much discussion around the fact that we all need to improve our work/life balance. This can certainly be true but is much easier said than done. Please Select for details and link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Wednesday 22 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Childrens Weekly Storytime

Weekly storytime session for under 5's

Newbridge Library

Ciorcal Comhrá Léim an Bhradáin

Irish Conversation Group at Leixlip Library! All levels welcome.

Leixlip Library

Thursday 23 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

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

Knit and a Natter, Knitting Group

Come along to a crafty morning of knitting or just doing your favorite craft.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Kildare Town Library

German ‘Stammtisch’, informal conversation meet-up for adults Mar

Do you want to practice your German? Maynooth Library hosts a monthly informal German conversation meet-up, for anyone with an interest in the language and culture in German-speaking countries.

Maynooth Community Library

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

The Ending of the Irish Civil War. History talk presented by John Dorney.

History talk with John Dorney about The Ending of the Irish Civil War

Celbridge Library

Family Finance – free and impartial advice. Presented by MABS (Money, Advice & Budgeting Service).

Family Finance – free and impartial advice. Presented by MABS (Money, Advice & Budgeting Service).

Kildare Town Library, R51 P403

Spaces available in murder mystery book club - Celbridge Library

Spaces available in murder mystery book club (meeting on the 4th Thursday of the month)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Friday 24 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

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

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Storytime with Carmel

Story Time with Carmel: Songs, Dance and Stories for 0-5 year old's

Kildare Town 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

Sow Forth: An introduction to growing veg from seed with horticulturist Aoife Munn

Learn to grow your own vegetables with horticulturist Aoife Munn.

Celbridge Library

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

SOW Forth: An Introduction to Growing Your Own Vegetables with Aoife Munn

Learn to grow your own vegetables with horticulturist Aoife Munn! Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Ciorcal Comhrá / Irish Language Conversation Circle

Leabharlann Cill Drichid / Celbridge Library W23 VA47

Teen Book Club for Ages 12-15 - March

Maynooth Library is starting a brand new in-person book club for ages 12 to 15 and it needs you!- or any book lovers you know. This is a book club with a difference; while there is always a suggested book to pick up, members can read whatever they like and share their best BookTok recommendations.

Maynooth Community Library

Saturday 25 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Storytelling and Kamishibai with Fiona Dowling (Maynooth)

In this hands-on workshop, participants will get to design their own Kamishibai slide. Kamishibai is the Japanese art of paper theatre, a way of telling stories using hand-drawn illustrations and the storyteller’s voice.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Growing Vegetables in the Irish Garden with Master Organic Gardener, Klaus Laitenberger.

Growing Vegetables in the Irish Garden with Master Organic Gardener, Klaus Laitenberger. A special event to celebrate the launch of the Kildare Seed Library.

Kildare Town Library

Romanian Reading and Games club

Reading and games club for children from the Romanian community.

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Family Movie Screening

On Saturday the 25th of March we welcome you to join us for a surprise screening of a family friendly film rated PG on the BIG screen in Leixlip Library.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Grow, Grow, Grow. Storytelling and Animation workshop

Storytelling and Animation workshop

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Annals of Athy – Presentation to Creative Writing Competition

The winners from this schools Creative Writing Competition will have the opportunity to read from their work, along with presentations from Author and Poet, John Mackenna All are welcome!

Athy Library Convent Lane R14DK33

Sunday 26 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Monday 27 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 28 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

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

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Start your Irish Sign Language journey today - Bringing Communities Together

A Healthy Ireland event :Start your Irish Sign Language journey today (Week 6 of 6)

Kildare Town Library

Women's Ex-Pat Group Mar 23

The group is for women: expats who relocated to Ireland and returning expats. The library would become a meeting place, to chat, make new friends and share stories - good and bad - about their transition from their native land to their present address. Returning expats are also welcome to share their experiences.

Maynooth Community Library

Seed Saving Film Screenings and ‘Sowcial’ Seed Swap (Celbridge)

Screening of 2 Gaia Foundation documentaries plus seed swap

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Women's Ex-Pat Group Mar 23

The group is for women: expats who relocated to Ireland and returning expats. The library would become a meeting place, to chat, make new friends and share stories - good and bad - about their transition from their native land to their present address. Returning expats are also welcome to share their experiences.

Maynooth Community Library

Irish Movie Screening

On Tuesday the 28th of March we welcome you to join us for a film screening celebrating a big Irish film on the BIG screen in Leixlip Library Suitable for Adults.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Wednesday 29 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Childrens Weekly Storytime

Weekly storytime session for under 5's

Newbridge Library

Computer & Smart Tech classes (Kilcock)

Individual classes tailored to your needs.

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Seed Saving Film Screenings and ‘Sowcial’ Seed Swap (Maynooth)

Screening of 2 Gaia Foundation documentaries plus seed swap

Maynooth Community Library, W23 ND79

Thursday 30 March

Organiser

Location

Emma Kilcullen’s My World Exhibition

Emma Kilcullen: Daughter, Sister, Social Butterfly, Dreamer and Artist, welcomes you to her “My World” Exhibition, where the light reflects the magic of all that surrounds. Her First Exhibition shares Photographs and Mixed Media Art pieces all uniquely personal and reflective of her artistic eye.

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

Knit and a Natter, Knitting Group

Come along to a crafty morning of knitting or just doing your favorite craft.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Seed Saving Film Screenings and ‘Sowcial’ Seed Swap (Leixlip)

Screening of 2 Gaia Foundation documentaries plus seed swap

Leixlip Library, W23 WR96

Kildare Town Library

Celebrating Poetry from around the World: An evening of sharing poetry

Join us as we celebrate World Poetry Day with your favourite poems from across the globe. You may wish to read aloud or just listen, as we enjoy the colourful diversity of poetry.

Online

Friday 31 March

Organiser

Location

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

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Toddler Time in Celbridge Library

A time to meet and play with other toddlers

Celbridge 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

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Once Upon a Tune.

Come along for an entertaining morning of music, song and story in Athy Library. Enjoy the tunes, the fun and laughter with musicians John Wright, Rob Chanders and friends! This is a free event, no need to book! Everyone Welcome. Age Friendly Event.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Storytime with Carmel

Storytime for children aged 0-5 years

Kildare Town Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Ciorcal Comhrá / Irish Language Conversation Circle

Leabharlann Cill Drichid / Celbridge Library W23 VA47

Monday 03 April

Organiser

Location

Cuidiu Breastfeeding Support Group

Having a baby is such an exciting time in our lives, however it also brings about many changes. This is where Cuidiu Breastfeeding support hopes to help you on your journey.  No Booking Required

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 04 April

Organiser

Location

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Family Friendly Midterm Movie in Celbridge Library

Midterm Morning Movie on the Mezzanine!

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Local Community ‘Meet and Greet’: Parent and Child Session - April

Local Community ‘Meet and Greet’: Parent and Child Session

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Wednesday 05 April

Organiser

Location

Age Friendly events: Coffee Morning for the over 55s

Age Friendly events: Coffee Morning for the over 55s

Kildare Town Library

Childrens Weekly Storytime

Weekly storytime session for under 5's

Newbridge Library

Book Launch – Meet the Author With Dr Maria Mahmood

Join us here in Naas Library for the official launch of Dr Mahmood’s new book “The Baby Elephant”. Dr Maria will read from her book and will be available to sign copies for attendees. Refreshments served No booking Required – all welcome

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Fun Food Workshop with The Cool Food School

Fun Food Workshop with The Cool Food School Join Deirdre from the award winning The Cool Food School for a fun, interactive Easter themed simple cooking class. Deirdre is a children's cookbook author, food educator and in demand nationwide for her unique, sensory based and fun workshops! The children will be making Easter carrot cake power balls! 1.30-2.30pm OR 3.00-4.00pm

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Starting February 2023

Exciting new book club in Newbridge Library

Newbridge Library

Thursday 06 April

Organiser

Location

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

Knit and a Natter, Knitting Group

Come along to a crafty morning of knitting or just doing your favorite craft.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Ciorcal Comhrá - Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Children's Book Club

Meeting once a month with a new book every month!

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Online Teen Writers Group

Open to Teens and Tweens to enjoy writing, Maynooth Teen Writers Group meets online for an hour, twice a month. This is a relaxed and friendly environment to talk about writing, get some feedback if they wish and also very important quiet writing time.

Online

Kildare Town Library

Friday 07 April

Organiser

Location

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Monday 10 April

Organiser

Location

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 11 April

Organiser

Location

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

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

POP Event - Cub Club Dance & Movement Workshop with Selma Daniel

Cub Club Dance & Movement Workshop with Selma Daniel

Kildare Town Library

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Children’s Easter Wreath Craft Workshop

Join Jenni and Niamh for an Easter ‘Egg-stravaganza’ Wreath Making workshop.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Tuesday Murder Club

The book club will meet on the second Tuesday of each month from 7pm - 7.50pm. If you are interested in joining the book club, please email Maynooth Community Library at maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie

Maynooth Community Library

Celbridge Library Classics book club: spaces available

Spaces available in Celbridge Library Classics book club

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Leixlip Film Club

Film Club at your library! Meeting the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

Leixlip Library

Wednesday 12 April

Organiser

Location

Childrens Weekly Storytime

Weekly storytime session for under 5's

Newbridge Library

Easter Cookery Workshops for Children Ages 4-7

Join Deirdre from the award winning The Cool Food School for a fun, interactive Easter-themed healthy cooking class! Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Ciorcal Comhrá Léim an Bhradáin

Irish Conversation Group at Leixlip Library! All levels welcome.

Leixlip Library

Kidz Coding with Carl

Introductory coding concepts for kids aged 6 to 8yr with Carl at Naas Library. We'll use Botley the robot to perform tasks that require computational thinking, logic, and problem solving. A few of the many key skills learned are how to "handle errors" and anticipate problems that will most likely emerge and therefore overcome and adapt. Places limited, book now!

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Easter Cookery Workshops for Children Ages 8+

Join Deirdre from the award winning The Cool Food School for a fun, interactive Easter-themed healthy cooking class! Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Midterm Build and Create Lego Drop in

Midterm Build and Create Lego Drop in afternoon

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Introduction to Mindfulness with Sandra - Free 5-week online course

A new 5-week course of Mindfulness Meditation with Sandra

Online : Book here on Ticket Tailor: https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/884260

Thursday 13 April

Organiser

Location

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

Knit and a Natter, Knitting Group

Come along to a crafty morning of knitting or just doing your favorite craft.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Spring into Storytime: Storytime Fun for Toddlers with Doodlebox in Celbridge Library (age 2-4 years)

Spring into Storytime event: Storytime Fun for Toddlers with Doodlebox (age 2-4 years)

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Kildare Town Library

Kilcock Book Club

Every month will discuss a thought-provoking book

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Birdwatch Ireland Kildare Branch present “The Barn Owl Population Recovery” with guest speaker: John Lusby (Birdwatch Ireland Raptor Officer)

Birdwatch Ireland Kildare Branch present “The Barn Owl Population Recovery” with guest speaker: John Lusby (Birdwatch Ireland Raptor Officer) On the Saturday following the talk we have outings. These alternate between events within Kildare and surrounding counties. The outings are aimed at a mixture of levels with everyone from beginners to experienced birders catered for. We are always keen to meet new members and volunteers.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Friday 14 April

Organiser

Location

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

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

Spring into Storytime!! Carmel’s POP! Storytime

Storytime for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Saturday 15 April

Organiser

Location

Scéalaíocht sa Leabharlann

Seisiúin scéalaíochta, rann agus amhrán arna n-eagrú ag Cill Dara le Gaeilge le haghaidh leanaí agus tuismitheoirí.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Spring Into Storytime: Picture Storytelling Workhop

Join Úna Woods, a children's picture book writer and illustrator for our Spring into Storytime Arts & Crafts Workshop where attendees will learn all about telling a story through a picture. Please Select for links

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Monday 17 April

Organiser

Location

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 18 April

Organiser

Location

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Sustainable Living 4 Week Programme with The Sustainable Life School (online)

A step-by-step 4-week programme to help you take climate action into your own hands

Online via Zoom

Club Leabhar

Teacht le chéile míosúil chun leabhair Ghaeilge a phlé agus le do chuid Gaeilge a fheabhsú tríd an léitheoireacht i dtimpeallacht bréa réchúiseach.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Wednesday 19 April

Organiser

Location

Childrens Weekly Storytime

Weekly storytime session for under 5's

Newbridge Library

Online: Book here on Ticket Tailor: https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/884260

Thursday 20 April

Organiser

Location

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

Knit and a Natter, Knitting Group

Come along to a crafty morning of knitting or just doing your favorite craft.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Ciorcal Comhrá - Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Teen Book Club for Ages 12-15

Maynooth Library is starting a brand new in-person book club for ages 12 to 15 and it needs you!- or any book lovers you know. This is a book club with a difference; while there is always a suggested book to pick up, members can read whatever they like and share their best BookTok recommendations.

Maynooth Community Library

Storytime with Lorraine

Join Lorraine for a fun-filled storytime at Leixlip Library! Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Kildare Town Library

Promoting Positive Body Image in our Children

Let's Talk About Parenting: Positive Body Image in our Children with Zuzanna Gajowiec, Clinical Psychologist and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist

Kildare Town Library

Friday 21 April

Organiser

Location

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Spring into Storytime!! - Carmel’s POP! Storytime

Storytime for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town 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

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Arts & Crafts with Aoife

Join Aoife in the Leixlip Library gallery space for some spring-themed arts and crafts fun. Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Saturday 22 April

Organiser

Location

Kilcock Comhaltas Art & Craft Workshop

This workshop is part of the Fleadh Cheoil Chill Dara 2023. Suitable for 4-7 years old. Booking required: kilcock@comhaltas.net

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Kilcock Comhaltas Fun Fleadh

This workshop is part of the Fleadh Cheoil Chill Dara 2023. Suitable for 4-7 years old. Booking required: kilcock@comhaltas.net

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Monday 24 April

Organiser

Location

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 25 April

Organiser

Location

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

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

An Garda Síochána – the first 100 years, 1922 – 2022

A presentation reflecting on the first 100 years of the history of An Garda Síochána will be held in Leixlip Community Library on Tuesday 25 April 2023 at 3.30pm. Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Promoting Positive Body Image in our Children. Presented by Zuzanna Gajowiec (The Psychology Hub).

Let's Talk About Parenting: Promoting Positive Body Image in our Children. Presented by Zuzanna Gajowiec (The Psychology Hub).

Celbridge Library

Women's Ex-Pat Group Apr 23

The group is for women: expats who relocated to Ireland and returning expats. The library would become a meeting place, to chat, make new friends and share stories - good and bad - about their transition from their native land to their present address. Returning expats are also welcome to share their experiences.

Maynooth Community Library

Sustainable Living 4 Week Programme with The Sustainable Life School (online)

A step-by-step 4-week programme to help you take climate action into your own hands

Online via Zoom

Wednesday 26 April

Organiser

Location

Childrens Weekly Storytime

Weekly storytime session for under 5's

Newbridge Library

Computer & Smart Tech classes (Kilcock)

Individual classes tailored to your needs.

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Ciorcal Comhrá Léim an Bhradáin

Irish Conversation Group at Leixlip Library! All levels welcome.

Leixlip Library

Thursday 27 April

Organiser

Location

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

Knit and a Natter, Knitting Group

Come along to a crafty morning of knitting or just doing your favorite craft.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Power of Play! POP Early Years Workshop: Cub Club Dance & Movement Workshop with Selma Daniel

Cub Club is a creative dance and movement workshop, which explores joyful and spontaneous expression. Join dance artist Selma Daniel for this fun filled class using body movements, inspiring music, our imagination and colourful props to provide a dance experience to all.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Poetry Day Ireland Writing Workshop

Celebrate Poetry Day Ireland by writing some of your own poems. This year's theme is 'Message in a Bottle'! Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Coffee and Commerce: Business Meet-up - April

Monthly meet-up for local business owners and entrepreneurs

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Kildare Town Library

Seanchaí Books. Claregate St Kildare R51PA40

Poetry Ireland Day- An Evening With Oscar Wilde

Join Richard Lynch for a Classic Victorian Evening at Naas Library and share the company of one of the greatest writers in English Literature, Oscar Wilde. Transport yourself back in time to the Victorian era, and treat yourself to an evening of sparkling humour and wit, tinged with a certain pity and sadness.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Friday 28 April

Organiser

Location

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Spring into Storytime!! - Carmel’s POP! Storytime

Storytime for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town 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

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Monday 01 May

Organiser

Location

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 02 May

Organiser

Location

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Phoenix Foróige Youth Club: Celbridge

Weekly meetings of Phoenix Foróige Youth Club

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Sustainable Living 4 Week Programme with The Sustainable Life School (online)

A step-by-step 4-week programme to help you take climate action into your own hands

Online via Zoom

Wednesday 03 May

Organiser

Location

Kildare Town Library

Starting February 2023

Exciting new book club in Newbridge Library

Newbridge Library

Introduction to Mindfulness with Sandra - Free 5-week online course

Introduction to Mindfulness with Sandra - Free 5-week online course

Online: Book here on Ticket Tailor: https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/884260

Thursday 04 May

Organiser

Location

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

Knit and a Natter, Knitting Group

Come along to a crafty morning of knitting or just doing your favorite craft.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Children's Book Club

Meeting once a month with a new book every month!

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Irish Sign Language Conversation Group

Get together to practice your Irish Sign Language in a free, safe community space

Kildare

Online Teen Writers Group

Open to Teens and Tweens to enjoy writing, Maynooth Teen Writers Group meets online for an hour, once to twice a month. This is a relaxed and friendly environment to talk about writing, get some feedback if they wish and also very important quiet writing time. Contact Maynooth Library at maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie or 045 980 493 for more information. Keep an eye out for our special event with an author in June!

Online

Get Crafty!

Adult Craft Group

Kildare Town Library

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Friday 05 May

Organiser

Location

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Song & Rhyme Time for 0-2 year olds 05/05

A special pocket of time for you and your very young child, specifically tailored for children under 3.

Maynooth Community Library

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Carmel's Storytime!

Stories and songs with Carmel

Kildare Town 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

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

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 06 May

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Family Library Movie Screening

On Saturday the 6th of May we welcome you to join us for a surprise screening of a family friendly film rated PG on the BIG screen in Leixlip Library. No Booking Required.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Lego Club

Lego Club

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Monday 08 May

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Location

Cuidiu Breastfeeding Support Group

Having a baby is such an exciting time in our lives, however it also brings about many changes. This is where Cuidiu Breastfeeding support hopes to help you on your journey.  No Booking Required

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Siel Bleu Chair Yoga – 12 Week course

Join the Siel Bleu Team for a Positive Aging Experience across 12 weeks. Siel Bleu Ireland believes in living an active and healthy lifestyle, giving older adults and people living with chronic conditions or disabilities the tools to improve autonomy and quality of life. Our community-based programmes help to improve not only your physical health, but social and mental health also. These are free sessions, but booking is essential. To book your place contact Athy Library 045980555

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Tuesday 09 May

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Location

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

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Irish Newspaper Archive Workshop

Irish Newspaper Archive Workshop

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Phoenix Foróige Youth Club: Celbridge

Weekly meetings of Phoenix Foróige Youth Club

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Sustainable Living 4 Week Programme with The Sustainable Life School (online)

A step-by-step 4-week programme to help you take climate action into your own hands

Online via Zoom

Leixlip Film Club

Film Club at your library! Meeting the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

Leixlip Library

Tuesday Murder Club

The book club will meet on the second Tuesday of each month from 7pm - 7.50pm. If you are interested in joining the book club, please email Maynooth Community Library at maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie

Maynooth Community Library

Leixlip Film Club

Film Club at your library! Meeting the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

Leixlip Library

Free Play, Risk and Social and Emotional Development. Presented by Dr Mary O’Kane.

Let's Talk About Parenting: Free Play, Risk and Social and Emotional Development. Presented by Dr Mary O’Kane.

Maynooth Community Library

Wednesday 10 May

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Location

Ciorcal Comhrá Léim an Bhradáin

Irish Conversation Group at Leixlip Library! All levels welcome.

Leixlip Library

Introduction to Mindfulness with Sandra - Free 5-week online course

Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation with Sandra - Free 5 week course

Online: Booking here on Ticket Tailor: https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/884260

Introduction to Mindfulness with Sandra - Free 5-week online course

Introduction to Mindfulness with Sandra - Free 5-week online course

Online: Book here on Ticket Tailor: https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/884260

Thursday 11 May

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Location

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

Knit and a Natter, Knitting Group

Come along to a crafty morning of knitting or just doing your favorite craft.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Kilcock Open Door Portraits

An exhibition by artist Claire Murphy

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Birdwatch Ireland Kildare Branch present “Young Birder Turned Bird Guide” with Cian Cardiff

Birdwatch Ireland Kildare Branch present “Young Birder Turned Bird Guide” with Cian Cardiff All welcome to attend the monthly meet-up of Birdwatch Kildare. Refreshments served before the meeting.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Friday 12 May

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Location

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Song & Rhyme Time for 0-2 year olds 12/05

A special pocket of time for you and your very young child, specifically tailored for children under 3.

Maynooth Community Library

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Carmel’s Storytime!

Carmel’s Storytime - Song, dance and stories for the 0 – 5 year olds

Kildare Town 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

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Athy Library’s Once Upon a Tune!

Come along for a chat and a song at Athy Library. Enjoy music, fun and laughter with musicians John Wright, Rob Chanders and guests! This is a free event, no need to book.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Teen Book Club

Meeting once a month with a new book every month!

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Arts & Crafts with Aoife

Join Aoife in the Leixlip Library gallery space for some arts and crafts fun. Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Athy Library’s Once Upon a Tune!

Athy Library’s Once Upon a Tune!

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Athy Library’s Once Upon a Tune!

Athy Library’s Once Upon a Tune!

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Saturday 13 May

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Location

Scéalaíocht sa Leabharlann

Seisiúin scéalaíochta, rann agus amhrán arna n-eagrú ag Cill Dara le Gaeilge le haghaidh leanaí agus tuismitheoirí Stories and songs for younger children.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Zero Waste Maynooth

You might find the outfit of your dreams! Zero Waste Maynooth hosts its monthly Ladies Clothes Swap Shop. Reduce textile waste by swapping clothes - great for the environment and your pocket! Bring up 3 items of clothes in good condition and get something new to you. Drop in anytime between 2pm – 4pm. Also features a kids' toy swap & clothes mending session.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

What to Sow and Grow

Find out what you can be sowing and growing in your vegetable garden now! Please Select for link and more information.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Board Games Session: May

Board games afternoon

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Sensory Storytime with Sharon Curran

Sensory Storytime with Sharon Curran

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Lego Club

Lego Club

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Monday 15 May

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Location

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 16 May

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Location

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Celbridge Craft Group

Bimonthly craft group meeting

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Phoenix Foróige Youth Club: Celbridge

Weekly meetings of Phoenix Foróige Youth Club

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Wednesday 17 May

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Location

Bike Week 2023 Exhibition

This exhibition for bike week 2023 will cover many aspect of the history of cycling , including from the original ‘running bike’ to modern bicycles, cycling and its social role in the 19th century and Specialist military-use bicycles in the Allied Armies in World War Two.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Wednesday Readers

The Wednesday Readers book club meets the second Wednesday of each month.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Build and Create Lego Drop in: May

Drop in Lego session

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Launch -‘Collective Harvest: Sustaining Our Creativerse’ – An Art Exhibition by the Artists of Harvest Hub

Launch -‘Collective Harvest: Sustaining Our Creativerse’ – An Art Exhibition by the Artists of Harvest Hub

Kildare Town Library

Introduction to Mindfulness with Sandra - Free 5-week online course

Introduction to Mindfulness with Sandra - Free 5-week online course

Online : Book here on Ticket Tailor: https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/884260

Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation with Sandra

Final practice of this free 5-week online course of Mindfulness Meditation with Sandra and Kildare Library

Online : Booking here on Ticket Tailor: https://buytickets.at/kildaretownlibrary/884260

Thursday 18 May

Organiser

Location

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

Knit and a Natter, Knitting Group

Come along to a crafty morning of knitting or just doing your favorite craft.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Kildare Town Library

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Ciorcal Comhrá - Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Storytime with Lorraine

Join Lorraine for a fun-filled storytime at Leixlip Library! Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Let's Talk About Parenting: Toilet Training - Less Stress more Success Workshop (online)

Let's Talk About Parenting workshop to help you through the challenging milestone of potty training

Online

Friday 19 May

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Location

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Carmel’s Storytime!

Join Carmel for a sprinkling of fairy dust, songs, and a magical storytelling event.

Kildare Town 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

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Story-Time for 3-6 year olds 19/05

A story-time specifically tailored for children 3 and older. There'll be a few stories, and some popular Action Songs to support their stage of literacy development. Places are limited and one ticket is required per child. All children must be supervised during this session.

Maynooth Community Library

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Celebrating Bike Week 2023!

Celebrating Bike Week 2023!

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Saturday 20 May

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Lego Dino Day

See amazing displays of dinosaurs in their own habitats, created entirely from Lego bricks! Meet Lego artist Jessica Farrell, learn how the models were designed and enjoy hands-on themed activities. Drop in event!

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Maynooth Women's Group 20/05

A meeting space for local women usually held on the first and third Saturday of the month at 11:30am.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Celebrating International Bee Day with Anyone4Science for Children aged 6 - 12

Introduction to Bees and Bee Habitats. Design and build your own Bee habitat to help Bees thrive in your garden.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Celebrating International Bee Day with Anyone4Science Suitable for ages: 8-13 years

Introduction to Bees and Beeswax, learn about products made with this naturally occurring wax. Make a beeswax candle or lip balm to take home. Suitable for ages: 8-13 years

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Sensory Storytime with Sharon Curran

Sensory Storytime with Sharon Curran

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Monday 22 May

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Location

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 23 May

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Location

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

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Africa Day Storytime: Folktales From an African Childhood

Join author Toluwani Akaehomen and Philomena for this wonderful Storytime to celebrate Africa Day. Suitable for ages 3-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Phoenix Foróige Youth Club: Celbridge

Weekly meetings of Phoenix Foróige Youth Club

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Sustainable Life School

This session provides an opportunity for participants of the online Sustainable Living programme to meet in-person to chat about the changes they made during the four-week programme. Please Select for more information.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Sibling Rivalry with Allen O’Donoghue- ONLINE

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/letstalkaboutparenting/904055 We will give you practical advice on what to do when faced with sibling rivalry.

Online Event https://www.tickettailor.com/events/letstalkaboutparenting/904055

Wednesday 24 May

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Location

Ciorcal Comhrá Léim an Bhradáin

Irish Conversation Group at Leixlip Library! All levels welcome.

Leixlip Library

Thursday 25 May

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Location

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

Knit and a Natter, Knitting Group

Come along to a crafty morning of knitting or just doing your favorite craft.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Right Tree, Right Place – a Biodiversity Week Talk with Diarmaid McAree

Right Tree, Right Place – a Biodiversity Week Talk with Diarmaid McAree

Kildare Town Library

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Biodiversity Week: Back Garden Biodiversity for all the family

Boosting biodiversity in your own back garden

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Kilcock Zero Waste Group

Zero Waste Group

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Monthly meet-up for North Kildare businesses and entrepreneurs

Monthly meeting of local business owners and entrepreneurs

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

German ‘Stammtisch’, informal conversation meet-up for adults May

Do you want to practice your German? Maynooth Library hosts a monthly informal German conversation meet-up, for anyone with an interest in the language and culture in German-speaking countries.

Maynooth Community Library

Friday 26 May

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Location

Storytime & Craft

Join us in Naas Library for half an hour of stories and rhymes for children aged 0- 5 years.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Toddler Time in the Library: May

A morning for toddlers to meet each other and play together

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Age Friendly Coffee/Tea Morning

Drop into our Age Friendly area in Naas Library, for a coffee/tea, a chat, and a read of the newspaper. While you’re here you can talk to our friendly staff about all that libraries can offer you – events, workshops, reading material, eResources

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A99

Carmel's Storytime!

Join Carmel for a sprinkling of fairy dust, songs, and a magical storytelling event.

Kildare Town 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

Age Friendly Library Day

Tea/Coffee/Cake/Biscuits from 12 noon. Drop in event – no need to book. 12:30pm-1:00pm – Traditional music and ballads with Aoibhinn Moore. You might even catch Naas Library staff playing a tune. • Enjoy a little planting and take home your pot for a nice summer surprise. • Watch Old Naas photography slide show on the big screen.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Age Friendly Connect Café in Celbridge Library

A chance to meet friends old and new, and chat to Celbridge Library's Age Friendly champions

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Parent and Toddler Sing-a-long

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Story-Time for 3-6 year olds 26/05

A story-time specifically tailored for children 3 and older. There'll be a few stories, and some popular Action Songs to support their stage of literacy development. Places are limited and one ticket is required per child. All children must be supervised during this session.

Maynooth Community Library

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

A musical tea to celebrate Age Friendly Library Day

Join us for an afternoon tea with some great music by the local Comhaltas group

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Lego Club Every Saturday Morning at 11am

Lego Club Every Saturday Morning at 11am

Athy Library

Saturday 27 May

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Location

Scéalaíocht sa Leabharlann

Seisiúin scéalaíochta, rann agus amhrán arna n-eagrú ag Cill Dara le Gaeilge le haghaidh leanaí agus tuismitheoirí Stories and songs for younger children.

Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Romanian Reading and Games club

Reading and games club for children from the Romanian community.

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Biodiversity Sketching Workshop

To celebrate National Biodiversity Week 2023, artist and illustrator Melissa Culhane will bring you on a sketching nature walk, starting at Leixlip Community Library. Suitable for all ages; children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please Select for link and more information.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Biodiversity Sketching Workshop

To celebrate National Biodiversity Week, join artist and illustrator Melissa Culhane in our Sensory Garden for a nature sketching workshop. Suitable for all ages Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Biodiversity Sketching Workshop

Find out what you can achieve in your own back garden, whatever the size it is, by adding in native habitats that can help our native wildlife, biodiversity and pollinators. Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Circus Skills Workshop with Stephen McGinley!

Circus Skills Workshop with Stephen McGinley!

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Mermaid Storytime with Michelle!

Mermaid Storytime with Michelle!

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Monday 29 May

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Location

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 30 May

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Location

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Ceramic Exhibition Launch with Orla McDonagh

Ceramic Exhibition Launch with Orla McDonagh

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Phoenix Foróige Youth Club: Celbridge

Weekly meetings of Phoenix Foróige Youth Club

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Women's Ex-Pat Group May 23

The group is for women: expats who relocated to Ireland and returning expats. The library would become a meeting place, to chat, make new friends and share stories - good and bad - about their transition from their native land to their present address. Returning expats are also welcome to share their experiences.

Maynooth Community Library

Adult Classic Movie Screening

On Tuesday the 30th of May we welcome you to join us for a classical four time Oscar winning film screening on the BIG screen in Leixlip Library No Booking Required.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Wednesday 31 May

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Location

Ciorcal Comhrá at Athy Library

Ciorcal Comhrá at Athy Library

Athy Library

Thursday 01 June

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Location

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

Knit and a Natter, Knitting Group

Come along to a crafty morning of knitting or just doing your favorite craft.

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy Co. Kildare R14 DK33

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Ciorcal Comhrá

Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Children's Book Club

Meeting once a month with a new book every month!

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Irish Sign Language Conversation Group

Get together to practice your Irish Sign Language in a free, safe and fun community space.

Kildare Town Library

Online Teen Writers Group

Open to Teens and Tweens to enjoy writing, Maynooth Teen Writers Group meets online for an hour, once to twice a month. This is a relaxed and friendly environment to talk about writing, get some feedback if they wish and also very important quiet writing time. Contact Maynooth Library at maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie or 045 980 493 for more information. Keep an eye out for our special event with an author in June!

Online

Kildare Town Library

Friday 02 June

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Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Song & Rhyme Time for 0-2 year olds

A special pocket of time for you and your very young child, specifically tailored for children under 3.

Maynooth Community Library

Carmel's Storytime!

Storytime for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town 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

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Athy Library

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Children’s Book Club – The Epic, Brilliant Book Society of Athy First Friday of each month.

Children’s Book Club – The Epic, Brilliant Book Society of Athy First Friday of each month.

Athy Library

Saturday 03 June

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Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Sunday 04 June

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Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Monday 05 June

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Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Tuesday 06 June

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Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

DoodleBox Annual Children’s Art Exhibition

Doodle Box is delighted for its Maynooth students to have their first ever local exhibition in Maynooth Community library. The children aged 5 to 12 years have worked in many different media: Paint, pastels, papier mâché and pottery, while exploring the theme of 'Food'.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Wednesday 07 June

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Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Kildare Town Library

Starting February 2023

Exciting new book club in Newbridge Library

Newbridge Library

Thursday 08 June

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Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

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

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Kildare Town Library

History Talk “Stand You Now for Ireland’s Cause” – Highlights: Kildare Town activists Peig and Lucy Daly and the Rathbride Column by James Durney

History Talk “Stand You Now for Ireland’s Cause” – Highlights: Kildare Town activists Peig and Lucy Daly and the Rathbride Column by James Durney

Kildare Town Library

Birdwatch Ireland Kildare Branch

Birdwatch Ireland Kildare Branch present “The Woodcock – our Wonderful Woodland Wader” with James Bamford O’Neill No booking Required – all welcome

Naas Library

Friday 09 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Little Makers Morning

Let their imaginations run wild! Join us for a morning of making for 1- 4 year olds. Practice fine motor skills while having fun! Build amazing creations using construction toys such as Magna-Tiles, Duplo, Mega Bloks, Blockaroo, puzzles and more. While not all activities will be suitable for all ages – there will be something for everyone!

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Carmel's Storytime!

Storytime for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town 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

Athy Library’s Once Upon a Tune!

Athy Library’s Once Upon a Tune!

Athy Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Athy Library

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Saturday 10 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Kildare Schools Folklore Exhibition

Upstairs at Celbridge Library will be transformed into a magical reflective space with its own larger-than-life rag tree and decor. The audio-visual presentations will display the link between the modern classroom and its folklore past.

Celbridge Library W23VA47

Cruinniú na nÓg: Puppet Show with Moon & Sixpence Puppet Theatre

To celebrate Cruinniú na nOg and children's creativity, we have a wonderful puppet show in Celbridge Library by Moon & Sixpence Puppet Theatre. It’s a perfect event for all the family!

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Teen Writing Workshop with Best-Selling Author Adiba Jaigirdar

Join YA author Adiba Jaigirdar online for a writing workshop for complete beginners and future authors alike. Aimed at age 12+, this is a great opportunity to get tips and tricks from an award-winning, critically-acclaimed and bestselling author.

Online via Microsoft Teams

Circus Skills with Really Grand Events

Celebrate Cruinniú na nÓg with us! Children (and the young-at-heart) will have wonderful fun learning a circus skill. Learn juggling and balancing, twirling yokes like a Poi and spinning objects like plates and much more!

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Circus Skills with Really Grand Events

Celebrate Cruinniú na nÓg with us! Children (and the young-at-heart) will have wonderful fun learning a circus skill. Learn juggling and balancing, twirling yokes like a Poi and spinning objects like plates and much more!

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Cruinniú na nÓg: Finger Puppet Crafts with Tamzen Lundy

In this fun morning, children will learn the basics of wet felting, the worlds oldest form of textile making. This is a fabulous introduction to a very sensory craft, suitable for beginners. There will be plenty of soapy bubbles and soft fibres. Roll up your sleeves and rub a dub dub! Please Select for link and more info.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Cruinniu na n-Óg with Kildare Library and Seanchaí Books Connecting Characters – Children's’ Bunting Workshop

Cruinniu na n-Óg with Kildare Library and Seanchaí Books Connecting Characters – Children's’ Bunting Workshop

Kildare Town Library

Cruinniú Na N-óg Saturday 10th June Lego Club and Lego Pit

Cruinniú Na N-óg Saturday 10th June Lego Club and Lego Pit

Athy Library

Jabba Jabba Jembe – Percussion Workshop

Jabba Jabba Jembe – Percussion Workshop

Athy Library

The Cool Food School – 2 Workshops!

The Cool Food School – 2 Workshops!

Athy Library

Cruinniú na nÓg: Hedgehog Adventures- Illustration Workshop with Aga Grandowicz

For ages 7–10. Calling all young nature enthusiasts and budding artists! Dive into the captivating world of hedgehogs in an exciting and educational art workshop

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynoothq

Lego Club Every Saturday Morning at 11am

Lego Club Every Saturday Morning at 11am

Athy Library

Sunday 11 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Teen Writing Workshop with Best-Selling Author Adiba Jaigirdar

Join YA author Adiba Jaigirdar online for a writing workshop for complete beginners and future authors alike. Aimed at age 12+, this is a great opportunity to get tips and tricks from an award-winning, critically-acclaimed and bestselling author.

Online via Microsoft Teams

So You Missed Out on Taylor Tickets - Craft and Karaoke Event for Ages 8-14

Tickets for Taylor Swifts gigs in Dublin were hard to come by so we're celebrating Taylor in the branch by hosting Taylor themed crafts including friendship bracelets and optional karaoke on our screen at the back of the library. Also suitable for post concert blues for those who got lucky!

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Monday 12 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Cuidiu Breastfeeding Support Group

Having a baby is such an exciting time in our lives, however it also brings about many changes. This is where Cuidiu Breastfeeding support hopes to help you on your journey.  No Booking Required

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

ShareRing Skills Art and Craft Group

Community focused Art and Craft group meeting

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47 (upstairs on the mezzanine)

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 13 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

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

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Drop-In Pride Reading Recommendations

Join us for a cuppa and a chat where we can share LGBTQ+ reading recommendations! No booking needed, all welcome

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Leixlip Film Club

Film Club at your library! Meeting the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

Leixlip Library

Wednesday 14 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Future Tapestry exhibition: Celbridge Library

Exhibition of newly commissioned virtual reality artwork and intergenerational knitting project

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

E-services Roadshow

Our friendly staff are on hand to help and advise you on our range of eServices. Bring your device with you and learn how to access eBooks, eLanguages, eMagazines, eMusic – and much more – all for free as part of the library service! Drop In

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Ciorcal Comhrá Léim an Bhradáin

Irish Conversation Group at Leixlip Library! All levels welcome.

Leixlip Library

Ciorcal Comhrá at Athy Library

Ciorcal Comhrá at Athy Library

Athy Library

Thursday 15 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Future Tapestry exhibition: Celbridge Library

Exhibition of newly commissioned virtual reality artwork and intergenerational knitting project

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

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

E-services Road Show - Kildare Town Library

E-services Road Show - Kildare Town Library

Kildare Town Library

Introduction to,” Find my Past”, with our very own Ann K.

Introduction to,” Find my Past”, with our very own Ann K.

Athy Library

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Ciorcal Comhrá

Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Storytime with Lorraine

Join Lorraine for a fun-filled storytime at Leixlip Library! Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Irish Sign Language Conversation Group

Get together to practice your Irish Sign Language in a free, safe and fun community space.

Kildare Town Library

Kildare Town Library

Poetry Open Mic

Open Mic Night

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Friday 16 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Future Tapestry exhibition: Celbridge Library

Exhibition of newly commissioned virtual reality artwork and intergenerational knitting project

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Song & Rhyme Time for 0-2 year olds

A special pocket of time for you and your very young child, specifically tailored for children under 3.

Maynooth Community Library

Carmel's Storytime!

Storytime for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town 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

Athy Library

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Arts & Crafts with Aoife

Join Aoife in the Leixlip Library gallery space for some arts and crafts fun. Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

“Shoot for the Stars” Craft Workshop

Join Niamh, Jenni and Liza here in Naas Library and make your very own rocket ship to fly to the stars! Learn about our Summer Stars reading programme, happening throughout the summer! Drop In – no booking required.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Teen Book Club for Ages 12-15

Maynooth Library is starting a brand new in-person book club for ages 12 to 15 and it needs you!- or any book lovers you know. This is a book club with a difference; while there is always a suggested book to pick up, members can read whatever they like and share their best BookTok recommendations.

Maynooth Community Library

Saturday 17 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Future Tapestry exhibition: Celbridge Library

Exhibition of newly commissioned virtual reality artwork and intergenerational knitting project

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Board Games Session June

Board games afternoon for children and teens

Celbridge Library W23VA47

Reuben The Entertainer Show – To launch our Summer Stars

Reuben The Entertainer Show – To launch our Summer Stars

Athy Library

Sunday 18 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Future Tapestry exhibition: Celbridge Library

Exhibition of newly commissioned virtual reality artwork and intergenerational knitting project

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Monday 19 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Future Tapestry exhibition: Celbridge Library

Exhibition of newly commissioned virtual reality artwork and intergenerational knitting project

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

ShareRing Skills Art and Craft Group

Community focused Art and Craft group meeting

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47 (upstairs on the mezzanine)

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

Tuesday 20 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Future Tapestry exhibition: Celbridge Library

Exhibition of newly commissioned virtual reality artwork and intergenerational knitting project

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Tuesday Murder Club

The book club will meet on the second Tuesday of each month from 7pm - 7.50pm. If you are interested in joining the book club, please email Maynooth Community Library at maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie

Maynooth Community Library

Wednesday 21 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Future Tapestry exhibition: Celbridge Library

Exhibition of newly commissioned virtual reality artwork and intergenerational knitting project

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Wednesday Readers

The Wednesday Readers book club meets the second Wednesday of each month.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Thursday 22 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Future Tapestry exhibition: Celbridge Library

Exhibition of newly commissioned virtual reality artwork and intergenerational knitting project

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

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

Scéalaíochta le Lorraine

Bígí linn le haghaidh Am Scéalaíochta lán spraíúil i Leabharlann Léim an Bhradáin! Oiriúnach do aois 4-7 bliana. (Cuir in áirithe ticéad amháin do gach páiste, le do thoil). Táimid ag tnúth libh a fheiceáil! Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Kildare Town Library

German ‘Stammtisch’, informal conversation meet-up for adults

Do you want to practice your German? Maynooth Library hosts a monthly informal German conversation meet-up, for anyone with an interest in the language and culture in German-speaking countries.

Maynooth Community Library

Friday 23 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Future Tapestry exhibition: Celbridge Library

Exhibition of newly commissioned virtual reality artwork and intergenerational knitting project

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Future Tapestry VR exhibition: Celbridge Library (Fri)

Future Tapestry is a virtual reality (VR) experience and an artistic response to the history, legacy and contemporary currency of Irish wool production.

Celbridge LIbrary, W23 VA47

Carmel's Storytime!

Storytime for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town 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

Little Makers Afternoon

Let their imaginations run wild! Join us for a morning of making for 3 -7 year olds. Practice fine motor skills while having fun! Build amazing creations using construction toys such as Magna-Tiles, PlusPlus, Duplo, Mega Bloks, Lego, puzzles and more. While not all activities will be suitable for all ages – there will be something for everyone!

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Athy Library

Book Busters Children's Book Club

Book Busters Children's Book Club Friday 23rd June 3:45pm Our Book Busters children's book club for ages 8-11 usually meets on the last Friday of the month at 3:45pm. New members welcome! Contact maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie to enquire.

Maynooth Community Library

Saturday 24 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Future Tapestry exhibition: Celbridge Library

Exhibition of newly commissioned virtual reality artwork and intergenerational knitting project

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Mend and Alter with The Craft Corner - A sustainable sewing workshop.

No sewing experience necessary! This two-hour workshop will teach you how to give new life to your clothes, saving them from landfill and saving you money too! Please Select for link and more information.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Lámh at the Library – Silvia Angel’s Storytime using Lámh, Visuals and Sensory props

Lámh at the Library – Silvia Angel’s Storytime using Lámh, Visuals and Sensory props

Athy Library

Celebrating Wonderful Wetlands with Creative Entomologist Nessa Darcy & Song Collector and Nature Activist Annie Flynn

Celebrating Wonderful Wetlands with Creative Entomologist Nessa Darcy & Song Collector and Nature Activist Annie Flynn

Athy Library

Sunday 25 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Future Tapestry exhibition: Celbridge Library

Exhibition of newly commissioned virtual reality artwork and intergenerational knitting project

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Monday 26 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Future Tapestry exhibition: Celbridge Library

Exhibition of newly commissioned virtual reality artwork and intergenerational knitting project

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

ShareRing Skills Art and Craft Group

Community focused Art and Craft group meeting

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47 (upstairs on the mezzanine)

Monday Library Craft Club

A social craft club where you can work on your particular craft or learn a new skill during our classes.

Maynooth Community Library

E-services Roadshow

E-services Roadshow

Athy Library

Tuesday 27 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Future Tapestry exhibition: Celbridge Library

Exhibition of newly commissioned virtual reality artwork and intergenerational knitting project

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

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

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Phoenix Foróige Youth Club: June meeting

Youth club meeting for young people aged 12 - 18

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47 (upstairs on the mezzanine)

Women's Ex-Pats & Friends Group

Calling all women who have relocated to Ireland, returned from abroad, or local ladies interested in welcoming expats! Our Women's Group offers a meeting place at the library to chat, make new friends, and share stories about transitioning to Ireland. Join us for an enriching experience of community, support, and connection.

Maynooth Community Library

Kildare Derby Festival - Top Tip of the Week

The Des Hopkins Jazz Band & Mae Leonard will provide entertainment on the night.

Kildare Town Library

Wednesday 28 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

Future Tapestry VR exhibition: Celbridge Library (Wed)

Future Tapestry is a virtual reality (VR) experience and an artistic response to the history, legacy and contemporary currency of Irish wool production.

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Ciorcal Comhrá Léim an Bhradáin

Irish Conversation Group at Leixlip Library! All levels welcome.

Leixlip Library

Build and Create Lego Drop in: June

Get creative with our Lego sets!

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Ciorcal Comhrá at Athy Library

Ciorcal Comhrá at Athy Library

Athy Library

Thursday 29 June

Organiser

Location

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Children’s Chess Club Athy Library

Athy Library

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

Coffee and Commerce: Business Meet-up - June

A meet-up for local business owners & entrepreneurs

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Kildare Town Library

Poetry Picnic: An evening of sharing poetry

Join us for a spread of poetry on a summer’s evening, hosted by Maynooth and Ballitore Libraries. Some of you may wish to read a poem aloud, or you might like to just listen, while we enjoy a taste of your favourite poetry. All welcome.

Online

Friday 30 June

Organiser

Location

Future Tapestry VR exhibition: Celbridge Library (Fri)

Future Tapestry is a virtual reality (VR) experience and an artistic response to the history, legacy and contemporary currency of Irish wool production.

Celbridge LIbrary, W23 VA47

Carmel's Storytime!

Storytime for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town 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

Story-Time for 3-6 year olds

A story-time specifically tailored for children 3 and older. There'll be a few stories, and some popular Action Songs to support their stage of literacy development. Places are limited and one ticket is required per child. All children must be supervised during this session.

Maynooth Community Library

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Monday 03 July

Organiser

Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

ShareRing Skills Art and Craft Group

Community focused Art and Craft group meeting

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47 (upstairs on the mezzanine)

Tuesday 04 July

Organiser

Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Summer Stars Workshops: Mouse Mania and Botley Coding

Summer Stars Workshops: Mouse Mania and Botley Coding suitable for children aged 5 - 8 years

Kildare Town Library

Phoenix Foróige Youth Club: July

Volunteer-led youth club for 12-18 year olds

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Wednesday 05 July

Organiser

Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Kildare Town Library

Future Tapestry VR exhibition: Celbridge Library (Wed)

Future Tapestry is a virtual reality (VR) experience and an artistic response to the history, legacy and contemporary currency of Irish wool production.

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Ciorcal Comhrá at Athy Library Every Wednesday from 10.30am-12.00pm

Ciorcal Comhrá at Athy Library Every Wednesday from 10.30am-12.00pm

Athy Library

Thursday 06 July

Organiser

Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

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

Comic Workshop/ Ceardlann Greannán le Aidan Courtney

Sound therapy is an ancient approach to healing with roots in China, Tibet, and shamanic practices across many indigenous cultures. Sound healing is a form of therapy that utilises sound vibrations to create resonance and harmony across our physical, emotional, mental, energetic, and spiritual bodies. Studies have clearly demonstrated its capacity to reduce anger, fatigue, and depression, as well as clear feelings of tension in the mind and body, decrease sensations of pain in the body, and incr

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Ukrainian Community Meet-up

Kildare Volunteer Centre and Naas Library invite all members of the Ukrainian community to Naas Library to enjoy, a meet-up, tea/coffee and play on the above dates. Free Play, Sensory Play, Craft Table, Duplo, Building blocks, Magna magnetic tiles. Parental Supervision Required.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Ciorcal Comhrá

Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Online Teen Writers Group

Open to Teens and Tweens to enjoy writing, Maynooth Teen Writers Group meets online for an hour, once to twice a month. This is a relaxed and friendly environment to talk about writing, get some feedback if they wish and also very important quiet writing time. Contact Maynooth Library at maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie or 045 980 493 for more information. Keep an eye out for our special event with an author in June!

Online

Kildare Town Library

Friday 07 July

Organiser

Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Little Makers Morning

Let their imaginations run wild! Join us for a morning of making for 1- 4 year olds. Practice fine motor skills while having fun! Build amazing creations using construction toys such as Magna-Tiles, Duplo, Mega Bloks, Blockaroo, puzzles and more. While not all activities will be suitable for all ages – there will be something for everyone!

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Future Tapestry VR exhibition: Celbridge Library (Fri)

Future Tapestry is a virtual reality (VR) experience and an artistic response to the history, legacy and contemporary currency of Irish wool production.

Celbridge LIbrary, W23 VA47

Carmel's Storytime!

Story time for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town 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

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

11am

Athy Library’s Once Upon a Tune!

Athy Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Athy Library

Saturday 08 July

Organiser

Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Board Games Session in Celbridge Library: July

A drop in board games afternoon

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Lego Club and Lego Pit

Lego Club and Lego Pit

Athy Library

Sunday 09 July

Organiser

Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Monday 10 July

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Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Cuidiu Breastfeeding Support Group

Having a baby is such an exciting time in our lives, however it also brings about many changes. This is where Cuidiu Breastfeeding support hopes to help you on your journey.  No Booking Required

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

ShareRing Skills Art and Craft Group

Community focused Art and Craft group meeting

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47 (upstairs on the mezzanine)

Tuesday 11 July

Organiser

Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

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

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Knitting Group (Kilcock)

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Mend and Alter with The Craft Corner - A sustainable sewing workshop.

Mend and Alter with The Craft Corner - A sustainable sewing workshop.

Athy Library

Phoenix Foróige Youth Club: July

Volunteer-led youth club for 12-18 year olds

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Wednesday 12 July

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Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Kildare Young Filmmakers Summer Camp

Join the Kildare Young Filmmakers Summer Camp and work with other young people in a supportive environment to write, storyboard, film, direct, act, and edit your own short film. Select for more info.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Future Tapestry VR exhibition: Celbridge Library (Wed)

Future Tapestry is a virtual reality (VR) experience and an artistic response to the history, legacy and contemporary currency of Irish wool production.

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

FAI Ladies World Cup Workshops Library Quiz Ages: 9-12yrs

Do you like football or sport? Will you watch the World Cup? Or maybe you prefer reading? Come along and join in our library quiz. You could win a prize! Suitable for ages 9 - 12

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Thursday 13 July

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Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Kildare Young Filmmakers Summer Camp

Join the Kildare Young Filmmakers Summer Camp and work with other young people in a supportive environment to write, storyboard, film, direct, act, and edit your own short film. Select for more info.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

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

Ukrainian Community Meet-up

Kildare Volunteer Centre and Naas Library invite all members of the Ukrainian community to Naas Library to enjoy, a meet-up, tea/coffee and play on the above dates. Free Play, Sensory Play, Craft Table, Duplo, Building blocks, Magna magnetic tiles. Parental Supervision Required.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Harry Potter Workshop – with Anyone 4 Science

Harry Potter Workshop – with Anyone 4 Science

Athy Library

David Walliams Slime Workshop

David Walliams Slime Workshop

Athy Library

Online Teen Writers Group

Open to Teens and Tweens to enjoy writing, Maynooth Teen Writers Group meets online for an hour, once to twice a month. This is a relaxed and friendly environment to talk about writing, get some feedback if they wish and also very important quiet writing time. Contact Maynooth Library at maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie or 045 980 493 for more information. Keep an eye out for our special event with an author in June!

Online

Kildare Town Library

ISL Conversation Group - Kildare Town Library

Get together to practice your Irish Sign Language in a free, safe and fun community space.

Kildare Town Library

Author Visit with Hazel Gaynor

Hazel Gaynor is an award-winning, New York Times, USA Today, Irish Times and international bestselling author – and she’s coming to Naas Library! Hazel will chat about her latest novel, The Last Lifeboat, and talk about her journey to becoming an author.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co. Kildare W91A997

Stand you now for Ireland’s Cause (Kilcock)

A talk/presentation on Kildare republican activists.

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Friday 14 July

Organiser

Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Kildare Young Filmmakers Summer Camp

Join the Kildare Young Filmmakers Summer Camp and work with other young people in a supportive environment to write, storyboard, film, direct, act, and edit your own short film. Select for more info.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Little Makers Morning

Let their imaginations run wild! Join us for a morning of making for 1- 4 year olds. Practice fine motor skills while having fun! Build amazing creations using construction toys such as Magna-Tiles, Duplo, Mega Bloks, Blockaroo, puzzles and more. While not all activities will be suitable for all ages – there will be something for everyone!

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Future Tapestry VR exhibition: Celbridge Library (Fri)

Future Tapestry is a virtual reality (VR) experience and an artistic response to the history, legacy and contemporary currency of Irish wool production.

Celbridge LIbrary, W23 VA47

Carmel's Storytime!

Story time for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town 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

Checkmate! Chess Workshops with Red King Chess Ages: 12+

This is a comprehensive guide on the game of chess. Participants will learn all the pieces, the rules of check and checkmate, and technical rules like castling, pawn promotion and en passant. Suitable for age 12+

Naas Library

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Arts & Crafts with Aoife

Join Aoife in the Leixlip Library gallery space for some arts and crafts fun. Suitable for ages 4-7 years Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Saturday 15 July

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Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Kildare Young Filmmakers Summer Camp

Join the Kildare Young Filmmakers Summer Camp and work with other young people in a supportive environment to write, storyboard, film, direct, act, and edit your own short film. Select for more info.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Life Writing on Food & Drink with Rosie Schaap

Food & Drink writing workshop with Rosie Schaap

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Pawn to King: Chess Workshops with Red King Chess Age 7+

Using video, instruction, and mini games the participants will learn the rules for all six pieces (pawn, rook, knight, bishop, queen and king) Suitable for ages 7+

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Sunday 16 July

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Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Monday 17 July

Organiser

Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

ShareRing Skills Art and Craft Group

Community focused Art and Craft group meeting

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47 (upstairs on the mezzanine)

MINECRAFT JAVA ADVENTURES – Coding Summer Camp

Join Jean to explore the early medieval form of Ogham writing using paint and clay. Suitable for ages 8-11. Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Tuesday 18 July

Organiser

Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Knitting Group (Kilcock)

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Phoenix Foróige Youth Club: July

Volunteer-led youth club for 12-18 year olds

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Wednesday 19 July

Organiser

Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Future Tapestry VR exhibition: Celbridge Library (Wed)

Future Tapestry is a virtual reality (VR) experience and an artistic response to the history, legacy and contemporary currency of Irish wool production.

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Summer Stars workshop: Something Fishy – Under the Sea

Summer Stars workshop: Something Fishy – Under the Sea. Suitable for children aged 6 - 8 years. Booking essential.

Kildare Town Library

Children's Creative Writing Workshop with Niamh

Join Library staff member and long-time creative writing enthusiast Niamh for a writing workshop during the Summer Holidays. Based on the Fighting Words style, and suitable for ages 8-10 years old, this workshop will mix collaborative writing and individual story writing with support and tips from Niamh.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

FAI Ladies World Cup Workshops Design your own Jersey. Age 7 - 10

To celebrate the Women's World Cup, let your imagination run wild and design and colour a t-shirt that you or your favourite player would like to wear. All materials supplied. Suitable for ages 7 - 10

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Dungeons & Dragons Intro with Aoife

Join us in Leixlip Library for an intro to Dungeons and Dragons! You will be introduced to the basics on the game, how to create your character and beginning a campaign! Suitable for ages 12-16. Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Thursday 20 July

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Location

Exhibition on the Gallery With Judy Lawler and Zelda Cunningham

Zelda Cunningham and Judy Lawler explore the natural surroundings of Wicklow and Kildare as inspiration for their work. They recently exhibited together at the Dunlavin Arts Festival 2022. Their exhibition will feature a series of wall pieces exploring mapping and the rhythms and patterns in nature.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

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

Ukrainian Community Meet-up

Kildare Volunteer Centre and Naas Library invite all members of the Ukrainian community to Naas Library to enjoy, a meet-up, tea/coffee and play on the above dates. Free Play, Sensory Play, Craft Table, Duplo, Building blocks, Magna magnetic tiles. Parental Supervision Required.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Summer Stars: Myth and Magic Storytelling with Wayne O'Connor

A special Summer Stars storytelling workshop with Wayne O'Connor

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Ciorcal Comhrá - Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Storytime with Lorraine

Join Lorraine for a fun-filled storytime at Leixlip Library! Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Kildare Town library

Classic Film Screening

On Thursday 22 June, we welcome you to join us for a famous classic film on the big screen at Leixlip Library. No Booking Required

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Friday 21 July

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Future Tapestry VR exhibition: Celbridge Library (Fri)

Future Tapestry is a virtual reality (VR) experience and an artistic response to the history, legacy and contemporary currency of Irish wool production.

Celbridge LIbrary, W23 VA47

Carmel's Storytime !

Story time for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town 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

Summer Stars Workshop : Celebrating Greta Thunberg

A workshop celebrating Greta Thunberg. Suitable for 9 - 12 year olds.

Kildare Town Library

Summer Story Time

An open story and song session for ages 1-5. There'll be a few stories, and some popular Action Songs to support the different stages of literacy development and engage younger attendees. All children must be supervised during this session.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Arts & Crafts with Aoife

Join Aoife in the Leixlip Library gallery space for some arts and crafts fun. Suitable for ages 4-7 years Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Saturday 22 July

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“Go Fly Your Kite” Mary Poppins Literacy Workshop Ages 5 - 11

Let’s look at the book Mary Poppins written by PL Travers and learn about the fascinating history behind this author.

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Family Library Movie Screening

We welcome you to join us for a surprise screening of a family friendly film rated PG on the BIG screen in Leixlip Library. No Booking Required.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Summer Stars Mary Poppins theme Kite Workshop

This Mary Poppins workshop includes a sing a long of Let’s Go Fly A Kite. Fancy Dress is optional. The second half of the workshop you will trace, colour, build and learn how to fly your special Mary Poppins Kite - which really does fly.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Ogham Art with Jean

Join Jean to explore the early medieval form of Ogham writing using paint and clay. Suitable for ages 8-11. Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Caring for Your Animals with Shauna Byrne from the KWWSPCA

Caring for Your Animals with Shauna Byrne from the KWWSPCA

Athy Library

Monday 24 July

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Comic Workshop/ Ceardlann Greannán le Aidan Courtney

Age: 8 + Aidan will be showing children how to create mini comics, draw cartoons step by step and use a cúpla focal as well. Píosa spraoi agus ealaín!

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Comic Workshop / Ceardlann Greannán in English agus as Gaeilge le Aidan Courtney

Join us in Celbridge Library to craft mini comics and enjoy speaking English and Irish in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.

Celbridge Library

ShareRing Skills Art and Craft Group

Community focused Art and Craft group meeting

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47 (upstairs on the mezzanine)

Comic Workshop/ Ceardlann Greannán le Aidan Courtney

Aidan will be showing children how to create mini comics, draw cartoons step by step and use a cúpla focal as well. Píosa spraoi agus ealaín! Suitable for ages 8+ Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Tuesday 25 July

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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

Summer Stars : Bi-lingual Comic Workshop with Artist Aidan Courtney / Ceardlann Greannán le Aidan Courtney

Summer Stars : Bi-lingual Comic Workshop with Artist Aidan Courtney / Ceardlann Greannán le Aidan Courtney. Suitable for children aged 8+ years.

Kildare Town Library

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Knitting Group (Kilcock)

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Kilcock Library, W23 AD66

Bi-lingual Comic Workshop/ Ceardlann Greannán le Aidan Courtney for Ages 8+

Aidan will be showing children how to create mini comics, draw cartoons step by step and use a cúpla focal as well. Píosa spraoi agus ealaín!

Naas Library Harbour View Naas Co Kildare W91 A997

Phoenix Foróige Youth Club: July

Volunteer-led youth club for 12-18 year olds

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Wednesday 26 July

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Future Tapestry VR exhibition: Celbridge Library (Wed)

Future Tapestry is a virtual reality (VR) experience and an artistic response to the history, legacy and contemporary currency of Irish wool production.

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Build and Create Lego Drop in: July

We provide the Lego, you provide the ideas!

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Thursday 27 July

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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

Scéalaíochta le Lorraine

Bígí linn le haghaidh Am Scéalaíochta lán spraíúil i Leabharlann Léim an Bhradáin! Oiriúnach do aois 4-7 bliana. (Cuir in áirithe ticéad amháin do gach páiste, le do thoil). Táimid ag tnúth libh a fheiceáil! Please Select for link.

Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96

Kildare Town Library

ISL Conversation Group - Kildare Town Library

Get together to practice your Irish Sign Language in a free, safe and fun community space.

Kildare Town Library

Friday 28 July

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Location

Toddler Time in the Library: July

A time for toddlers to play and make new friends

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Future Tapestry VR exhibition: Celbridge Library (Fri)

Future Tapestry is a virtual reality (VR) experience and an artistic response to the history, legacy and contemporary currency of Irish wool production.

Celbridge LIbrary, W23 VA47

Troubled Times in Athy 1913-1923 with James Durney

Troubled Times in Athy 1913-1923 with James Durney

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Carmel's Storytime!

Story time for children aged 0 - 5 years

Kildare Town 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

Summer Story Time

An open story and song session for ages 1-5. There'll be a few stories, and some popular Action Songs to support the different stages of literacy development and engage younger attendees. All children must be supervised during this session.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Ciorcal Comhrá / Conversation Circle

Irish language conversation circle

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47

Saturday 29 July

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Mermaid Storytime with Michelle!

Mermaid Storytime with Michelle!

Athy Library Convent Lane Athy R14DK33

Mermaid Storytime with Michelle!

Mermaid Storytime with Michelle! Saturday 29th July Join Mershell the Mermaid for breathwork, mindfulness and imagination. Travel under the sea to hear tales of Celtic myths, legends, and mermaids! For children from 3-7 years old. To book your place, please contact Athy Library on 045-980555 or email: athylib@kildarecoco.ie

Athy Library

Monday 31 July

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ShareRing Skills Art and Craft Group

Community focused Art and Craft group meeting

Celbridge Library, W23 VA47 (upstairs on the mezzanine)

Tuesday 01 August

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Leanie Joubert Exhibition ‘Summer Walks’

Leanie Joubert Exhibition ‘Summer Walks’ Tuesday 1st August - Friday 1st September My name is Leanie Joubert and I live in Celbridge where I work from my studio in my back garden. My work often centers around themes of the natural world. I regularly paint forests and landscapes in all seasons or I make more detailed studies of plants like roses or wild grasses.

Maynooth Community Library, Main Street, Maynooth

Purls of Wisdom

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

Leixlip 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

Dogman – Police Station. Can Dogman Keep Petey in Jail?

Dogman workshop for children aged 6 - 9 years

Kildare Town Library