Wednesday, 01 February 2023 - Tuesday, 28 February 2023
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
St Brigid’s Day Pre-school storytime and craft event at Celbridge Library
Storytime and craft morning for pre-schoolers
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
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
Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft
Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara
Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara
Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft
Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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! 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
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
Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft
Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara
Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara
Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft
Leixlip Library Captain's Hill Leixlip W23 WR96
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
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
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
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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
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
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Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.
THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman
Kildare Town Library
Monday 27 February
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Art Exhibition - THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman.
THE BOOK OF KILDARE by Josephine Hardiman
Kildare Town Library
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
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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
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. 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
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
Family Finance – free and impartial advice presented by MABS (Money, Advice & Budgeting Service)
Celbridge Library, W23 VA47