Exhibition: Connections by Kamila Lukaszewicz

Thursday December 7th 2023 - Tuesday 9th January 2024 A visual and energetic exploration of the interconnectedness of all things. How does it make you feel? Each artwork encapsulates the intention to heal, integrate, and come back to wholeness as an individual and a part of the complex tapestry of life. Kamila Lukaszewicz is a Polish artist, and holistic therapist living in Ireland for the past 19 years.

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Purls of Wisdom

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

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

Irish Sign Language Conversation Group

New ISL conversation group

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Exhibition: Connections by Kamila Lukaszewicz

Thursday December 7th 2023 - Tuesday 9th January 2024 A visual and energetic exploration of the interconnectedness of all things. How does it make you feel? Each artwork encapsulates the intention to heal, integrate, and come back to wholeness as an individual and a part of the complex tapestry of life. Kamila Lukaszewicz is a Polish artist, and holistic therapist living in Ireland for the past 19 years.

Mini Makers Morning

Mini Makers morning for toddlers

Ciorcal Comhrá at Athy Library

Ciorcal Comhrá at Athy Library

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Exhibition: Connections by Kamila Lukaszewicz

Thursday December 7th 2023 - Tuesday 9th January 2024 A visual and energetic exploration of the interconnectedness of all things. How does it make you feel? Each artwork encapsulates the intention to heal, integrate, and come back to wholeness as an individual and a part of the complex tapestry of life. Kamila Lukaszewicz is a Polish artist, and holistic therapist living in Ireland for the past 19 years.

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!

Children's Book Club

Meeting once a month with a new book every month! Select for more info.

Spanish Conversation Group

Spanish Conversation Group returns to Celbridge Library

Online Teen Writers Group

A social group for young writers aged 12 to 15, to chat, share work and bounce ideas. Online via MS Teams. For more information email maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie 

Get Crafty - Kildare Town Library

Adult craft group

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Exhibition: Connections by Kamila Lukaszewicz

Thursday December 7th 2023 - Tuesday 9th January 2024 A visual and energetic exploration of the interconnectedness of all things. How does it make you feel? Each artwork encapsulates the intention to heal, integrate, and come back to wholeness as an individual and a part of the complex tapestry of life. Kamila Lukaszewicz is a Polish artist, and holistic therapist living in Ireland for the past 19 years.

Ciorcal Comhrá / Irish Conversation Group

All Welcome

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

Song & Rhyme Time for 0 - 2 Year Olds

A special pocket of time for you and your young child, specifically tailored for children under 3 years. There'll be Nursery Rhymes, Action Songs and an engaging story to support their literacy development. Places are limited and one ticket is required per child. All children must be supervised during this session.

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

Athy Library’s Once Upon a Tune!

Athy Library’s Once Upon a Tune!

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Exhibition: Connections by Kamila Lukaszewicz

Thursday December 7th 2023 - Tuesday 9th January 2024 A visual and energetic exploration of the interconnectedness of all things. How does it make you feel? Each artwork encapsulates the intention to heal, integrate, and come back to wholeness as an individual and a part of the complex tapestry of life. Kamila Lukaszewicz is a Polish artist, and holistic therapist living in Ireland for the past 19 years.

LEGO Freeplay

Pop in to Leixlip Library and become a ‘Master Builder’! Suitable for all the family.

Maynooth Women's Group

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

Lego Club

Lego Club

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Exhibition: Connections by Kamila Lukaszewicz

Thursday December 7th 2023 - Tuesday 9th January 2024 A visual and energetic exploration of the interconnectedness of all things. How does it make you feel? Each artwork encapsulates the intention to heal, integrate, and come back to wholeness as an individual and a part of the complex tapestry of life. Kamila Lukaszewicz is a Polish artist, and holistic therapist living in Ireland for the past 19 years.

Cuidiu Breastfeeding Support Group

Are you pregnant and thinking of breastfeeding or currently breastfeeding and looking for support? Our monthly breastfeeding group is held on the second Monday of the month with qualified breastfeeding counsellors who are happy to provide support and information. We provide a warm welcome and a cup of tea/coffee. If you have any breastfeeding questions or you would just like to get out of the house for a break, please feel free to pop in anytime between 10am-11.30am. No Booking Required

U3A Book Club

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

Crochet Group

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

Monday Library Craft Club

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

Homelessness and Housing Support & Information Clinic

Looking for advice on homelessness and housing supports? Visit this Kildare County Council drop-in clinic in Maynooth Community Library to learn about the supports available. *Drop in*

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Exhibition: Connections by Kamila Lukaszewicz

Thursday December 7th 2023 - Tuesday 9th January 2024 A visual and energetic exploration of the interconnectedness of all things. How does it make you feel? Each artwork encapsulates the intention to heal, integrate, and come back to wholeness as an individual and a part of the complex tapestry of life. Kamila Lukaszewicz is a Polish artist, and holistic therapist living in Ireland for the past 19 years.

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.

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.

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Purls of Wisdom

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

Poetry Night with Luain Press

All are welcome to a special poetry night at the library. If you have a poem you’d like to share, whether it’s your own work or one you really like, whether you’re a singer and you’d like to sing a song and listen, feel free! *Drop In. No booking required*

Arts Grants Information Clinic Maynooth Community Library

Kildare County Council Arts Service will host a number of Information Sessions in locations throughout the county about applying for Creative Ireland, Arts Grants and Bursary Awards with Kildare County Council. Sessions will be of particular interest to individual artists and creatives, art collectives, community groups, youth groups and schools who intend to apply for Creative Ireland and Arts Grants from Kildare County Council in 2024.

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

Irish Sign Language Conversation Group

New ISL conversation group

FanSci (Fantasy/Sci-fi) Book Club

Maynooth Community Library is starting a new fantasy/science-fiction book club which will meet on the 2nd Tuesday of every month. We'll be reading Yan Ge's novel ‘Strange Beasts of China’ which will be available to collect from behind the desk through the month of December. Originally published in Chinese in 2006 and translated into English in 2020, the plot centres an amateur cryptozoologist who is commissioned to uncover the stories of the city's fabled beasts.

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Age Friendly Coffee Mornings for over 55s

Age Friendly Coffee Mornings for over 55s

Story Time & Sing Along Nursery Rhymes

Join us for Storytime and Rhymes in the Library.

Kathleen Lonsdale Exhibition

Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy which celebrates the life and work of the world-renowned Newbridge born crystallographer, will tour Kildare libraries this autumn and winter. Kathleen Lonsdale was an eminent scientist who helped to develop the science of crystallography, with many important discoveries along the way. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale.

Age Friendly Coffee Morning

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

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Kathleen Lonsdale Exhibition

Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy which celebrates the life and work of the world-renowned Newbridge born crystallographer, will tour Kildare libraries this autumn and winter. Kathleen Lonsdale was an eminent scientist who helped to develop the science of crystallography, with many important discoveries along the way. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale.

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!

Ciorcal Comhrá - Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Spanish Conversation Group

Spanish Conversation Group returns to Celbridge Library

Online Teen Writers Group

A social group for young writers aged 12 to 15, to chat, share work and bounce ideas. Online via MS Teams. For more information email maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie 

Adult Soap making

Make your own bars of soap and shampoo bars

Get Crafty - Kildare Town Library

Craft group

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Kilcock Failte Isteach English classes

Free conversational English classes.

Kathleen Lonsdale Exhibition

Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy which celebrates the life and work of the world-renowned Newbridge born crystallographer, will tour Kildare libraries this autumn and winter. Kathleen Lonsdale was an eminent scientist who helped to develop the science of crystallography, with many important discoveries along the way. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale.

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

Song & Rhyme Time for 0 - 2 Year Olds

A special pocket of time for you and your young child, specifically tailored for children under 3 years. There'll be Nursery Rhymes, Action Songs and an engaging story to support their literacy development. Places are limited and one ticket is required per child. All children must be supervised during this session.

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

Mindfulness Workshop: Age Friendly @ Your Library programme

Age: 55+ years. This workshop is delivered by a trained Occupational Health Nurse and psychotherapist trained in mindfulness. The workshop will offer an opportunity to learn about the health & wellness benefits of Mindfulness and spend some time practicing it. During this session, participants will create a quiet space that helps people to feel calm and more connected to ourselves and to others.

Teen Book Club

Meeting once a month with a new book every month! Select for more info.

Children’s Book Club – The Epic, Brilliant Book Society of Athy!

Children’s Book Club – The Epic, Brilliant Book Society of Athy!

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Messy Play Workshop for 1 - 5 Year Olds

Messy Play Workshop for 1-5 Year Olds Saturday 13th January, 10am – 11am You and your little one will make some puffy paint* with us and then will let the kids get creative. Old clothes highly recommended! Suitable for 1- to 5-year-olds. * Puffy paint is made mixing shaving cream, white glue, food colouring and flour (optional)

Kathleen Lonsdale Exhibition

Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy which celebrates the life and work of the world-renowned Newbridge born crystallographer, will tour Kildare libraries this autumn and winter. Kathleen Lonsdale was an eminent scientist who helped to develop the science of crystallography, with many important discoveries along the way. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale.

Family Film Screening

Join us in Leixlip Library for a family film on the BIG SCREEN! No Booking Required.

Zero Waste Maynooth Swap Group

Zero Waste Maynooth is back with its ladies’ clothes swap shop. Drop in!

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Kathleen Lonsdale Exhibition

Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy which celebrates the life and work of the world-renowned Newbridge born crystallographer, will tour Kildare libraries this autumn and winter. Kathleen Lonsdale was an eminent scientist who helped to develop the science of crystallography, with many important discoveries along the way. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale.

Crochet Group

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

Monday Library Craft Club

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

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Kathleen Lonsdale Exhibition

Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy which celebrates the life and work of the world-renowned Newbridge born crystallographer, will tour Kildare libraries this autumn and winter. Kathleen Lonsdale was an eminent scientist who helped to develop the science of crystallography, with many important discoveries along the way. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale.

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.

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Purls of Wisdom

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

Digital Literacy Classes: running every Tuesday for 5 weeks in Celbridge Library

One-to-one volunteer-led digital literacy classes

Make Time Craft Group

Bimonthly craft group meeting

Classic Film Screening

On Tuesday the 16th, we welcome you to join us for a classic film on the big screen at Leixlip Library. No Booking Required

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

Irish Sign Language Conversation Group

New ISL conversation group

Tuesday Murder (Book)Club

We are currently seeking members for a new monthly Crime Book Club, meeting on the third Tuesday of each month @ 7pm in Maynooth Community Library. The book for the January meeting is 'The Thursday Murder Club' by Richard Osman. There are copies of the book available for the book club in Maynooth Community Library at the main desk. Register your interest here! https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1095545

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Stories , Songs and Games in Italian for ages 2-5

Join us for some stories, songs and fun games in Italian. Booking required , book your free ticket here: https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1036783

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Kathleen Lonsdale Exhibition

Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy which celebrates the life and work of the world-renowned Newbridge born crystallographer, will tour Kildare libraries this autumn and winter. Kathleen Lonsdale was an eminent scientist who helped to develop the science of crystallography, with many important discoveries along the way. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale.

Mini Makers Morning

Mini Makers morning for toddlers

Chair Yoga with YoGrá Yoga

Join Christine from YoGrá for this chair yoga session which can improve your flexibility, concentration and strength, while boosting your mood, and reducing stress and joint strain. Select for link.

Maynooth Writers Group for Ages 8-10

Following on from some successful writers workshops, Niamh of Maynooth Library is creating a writers group for ages 8-10 starting in January. We will meet monthly to discuss stories we are writing and write some stories together. To join the group or for more information, contact maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Kathleen Lonsdale Exhibition

Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy which celebrates the life and work of the world-renowned Newbridge born crystallographer, will tour Kildare libraries this autumn and winter. Kathleen Lonsdale was an eminent scientist who helped to develop the science of crystallography, with many important discoveries along the way. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale.

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!

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Spanish Conversation Group

Spanish Conversation Group returns to Celbridge Library

Get Crafty - Kildare Town Library

Craft group

Midlands LGBT+ Book Club

Maynooth Library is hosting a new book club in partnership with Midlands LGBT+ Project, focusing on books by LGBT+ authors or with LGBT+ themes. Meetings will take place on the third Thursday of each month.

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Kathleen Lonsdale Exhibition

Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy which celebrates the life and work of the world-renowned Newbridge born crystallographer, will tour Kildare libraries this autumn and winter. Kathleen Lonsdale was an eminent scientist who helped to develop the science of crystallography, with many important discoveries along the way. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale.

Kilcock Failte Isteach English classes

Free conversational English classes.

Ciorcal Comhrá / Irish Conversation Group

All Welcome

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

Storytime for Children aged 0 - 5 years

Storytime for children aged 0 - 5 years

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

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.

Teen Book Club Maynooth

A book club with a difference; while there are always book club books to avail of, teens can bring along their own recommendation to discuss during the meeting.  Age: 12 - 15 . For more information email maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie 

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Stories, Songs and Games in Italian for 2 - 5 Year Olds

Join us for some stories, songs, fun activities and games in Italian. Suitable for 2 - 5 year olds. The event will take place in Italian, so the children are required to have some knowledge of the language.

Kathleen Lonsdale Exhibition

Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy which celebrates the life and work of the world-renowned Newbridge born crystallographer, will tour Kildare libraries this autumn and winter. Kathleen Lonsdale was an eminent scientist who helped to develop the science of crystallography, with many important discoveries along the way. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale.

Mindful Colouring and Meditation Hour

Join Aoife in the Leixlip Library Gallery to unwind and add colour to intricate and relaxing designs. Everything will be provided for you. Select for link.

Maynooth Women's Group

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

Ceardlann Beochana - Dúlra Draíochta' / ‘Animation Workshops – Magic Nature with Richie Conroy

Ceardlann Beochana - Dúlra Draíochta' / ‘Animation Workshops – Magic Nature with Richie Conroy for ages 8-12 years.

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

A chance for children to practice their Italian and learn more about Italy and its culture through stories, fun activities and games in Italian. Suitable for 6 - 9 year olds. The event's language will be Italian, so the children are required to have some knowledge of the language.

Chess Workshop with Red King Chess

Chess Workshops for Ages 9+ Select for more info

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Crochet Group

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

Monday Library Craft Club

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

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

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.

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.

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Purls of Wisdom

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

Digital Literacy Classes: running every Tuesday for 5 weeks in Celbridge Library

One-to-one volunteer-led digital literacy classes

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

Irish Sign Language Conversation Group

New ISL conversation group

C.A.O Talk with Karl Hegarty

C.A.O Talk with Karl Hegarty

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Age Friendly Coffee Mornings for over 55s

Age Friendly Coffee Mornings for over 55s

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Story Time & Sing Along Nursery Rhymes

Join us for Storytime and Rhymes in the Library.

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

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!

Ciorcal Comhrá - Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Caint agus Comhrá le Leabharlann Baile Chill Dara

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

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.

Spanish Conversation Group

Spanish Conversation Group returns to Celbridge Library

Kilcock Zero Waste Group

Zero Waste Group

Bookworms Book Club with Orla from Kildare Town Library

Adult Book Club

Get Crafty - Kildare Town Library

Craft group

Kilcock Book Club

Every month will discuss a thought-provoking book

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Kilcock Failte Isteach English classes

Free conversational English classes.

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

Storytime for Children aged 0 - 5 years

Storytime for Children aged 0 - 5 years

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

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.

Arts & Crafts with Aoife

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

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Ceardlann Beochana - Dúlra Draíochta' / ‘Animation Workshops – Magic Nature with Richie Conroy

‘Animation Workshops – Magic Nature with Richie Conroy

St Brigid’s Day with Go Fly Your Kite at Celbridge Library (ages 9+)

A special kite-making workshop for children aged 9+

Chess Club at Leixlip Library

Come along and practice your strategy and moves, learn from each other!

Kilcock CoderDojo Club

Programming classes for young people

Athy Comhaltas Youth Group Session

Athy Comhaltas Youth Group Session

Athy Comhaltas Youth Group Session

Athy Comhaltas Youth Group Session

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Book Launch: The Book of Kildare by Josephine Hardiman

Book Launch: The Book of Kildare by Josephine Hardiman

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Crochet Group

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

Monday Library Craft Club

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

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

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.

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Purls of Wisdom

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

Digital Literacy Classes: running every Tuesday for 5 weeks in Celbridge Library

One-to-one volunteer-led digital literacy classes

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.

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

Irish Sign Language Conversation Group

New ISL conversation group

Movie Discussion Club

Calling all cinema goers and movie buffs! Maynooth Community Library is seeking expressions of interest for a Movie discussion club which would meet on the last Tuesday of each month 7 - 8pm, starting with the first meeting on Tue 30th January, in Maynooth Community Library. The film which the club will be discussing is to be confirmed (Copies of film will be available at the main library desk for the members of the club to watch at home and come in to discuss on the 30th January).

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Turus – an Exhibition by J.D. Luttrell / Taispeántas Spreagúil ó J.D. Luttrell

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Mini Makers Morning

Mini Makers morning for toddlers

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!

St. Brigid's cross ‘make and take’ workshop for Adults

Join Charlotte from Celbridge Library for a St. Brigid's cross making workshop with some local Kildare bog reeds.

St. Brigid’s Day Storytelling & Craft Workshop with Storyteller Helena Byrne

St. Brigid’s Day Storytelling & Craft Workshop with Storyteller Helena Byrne

St Brigid’s Day Storytime and Craft

St Brigid’s Day Storytime and Craft

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

St Brigid’s Day Imbolc Letterpress Workshop with Angelina Foster  

In our Imbolc Letterpress workshop we create bookmarks, postcards or mini prints with our poetry or words inspired by Imbolc and St Brigid.

Knitting Group

Knitting Group

Spanish Conversation Group

Spanish Conversation Group returns to Celbridge Library

Whichcraft?: Adult Craft Group

Adult Craft Group

Kilcock Failte Isteach English classes

Free conversational English classes.

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

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

Athy Library’s Once Upon a Tune!

Athy Library’s Once Upon a Tune!

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Féile Bríde 2024 - “A Parcel of Miracles”

Féile Bríde 2024 - “A Parcel of Miracles”

Exhibition of Felt Art by Tamzen Lundy - Week 1

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Kilcock CoderDojo Club

Programming classes for young people

Lego Club

Lego Club

Exhibition of felt art by Tamzen Lundy - Week 2

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Crochet Group

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

Monday Library Craft Club

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

Exhibition of felt art by Tamzen Lundy - Week 2

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Kildare Creative Sphere Art Hub

Kildare Creative Sphere art hub are a group of adult artists, sculptors and other mediums of expressing their art.

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.

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Purls of Wisdom

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

Homelessness and Housing Support & Information Clinic

Looking for advice on homelessness and housing supports ? Visit this Kildare County Council drop -in clinic in Maynooth Community Library to learn about the supports available. *Drop In*

Digital Literacy Classes: running every Tuesday for 5 weeks in Celbridge Library

One-to-one volunteer-led digital literacy classes

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Poetry Café with Luain Press

A special poetry night at the library. If you have a poem you would like to share , whether it's your own work or one you really like , feel free ! * Drop in. No booking required*

Celbridge craft meeting

Bimonthly craft group meeting

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

Brigid 1500 - The Code of St. Brigid

In this talk, historian and travel writer Eoghan Corry will speak on The St. Brigid Code. Eoghan will look at the iconography of Brigid through the centuries and discuss his travels around the world where the saint is commemorated — including Lumiere near Lisbon where relics of Brigid are kept. In addition to referencing and comparing the many biographies of a saint who possibly eclipsed St Patrick in her time, he will also look at how Brigid has been viewed in the much Please Select for link.

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Exhibition of felt art by Tamzen Lundy - Week 2

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Story Time & Sing Along Nursery Rhymes

Join us for Storytime and Rhymes in the Library.

Knitting & Crochet Group

Knitting and crochet group for beginners, improvers and experienced.

Celbridge Storytime

Storytime for pre-schoolers

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Lunar New Year Dragon Themed Arts & Crafts Session for ages 5-8

Celebrate the Lunar New Year , which this year runs from 10th – 17th February . This year , we are celebrating the year of the dragon ! Join in in this fun, dragon -themed art & craft session with library staff ! All children attending this workshop must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Book your free ticket here : https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1126513

Ciorcal Comhrá at Athy Library

Ciorcal Comhrá at Athy Library

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Exhibition of felt art by Tamzen Lundy - Week 2

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

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!

St. Brigid's Cross Making Workshop for Adults with Beth Murphy of Willow Wonder

Join Beth from Willow Wonder for a St. Brigid's cross making workshop as part of the Brigid1500 Festival. Booking required , book your free ticket here https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1105694

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Spanish Conversation Group

Spanish Conversation Group returns to Celbridge Library

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Exhibition of felt art by Tamzen Lundy - Week 2

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Kilcock Failte Isteach English classes

Free conversational English classes.

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

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

Dr Caoimhe Hartley – Menopause and Perimenopause talk - Healthy Ireland

Dr Caoimhe Hartley – Menopause and Perimenopause talk - Healthy Ireland

Children’s Book Club – The Epic, Brilliant Book Society of Athy!

Children’s Book Club – The Epic, Brilliant Book Society of Athy!

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Brigid 1500 – Brigid Papercraft Session

Create eco-friendly papercraft art piece with Aoife Munn, a sustainability consultant in Ireland who is passionate about making a positive impact on the environment. Select for Link.

Exhibition of felt art by Tamzen Lundy - Week 2

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

St. Brigid's Cross Making Workshop

Join Beth from Willow Wonder for a St. Brigid's cross making workshop as part of the Brigid1500 Festival. Booking required , book your free ticket here https://buytickets.at/kilcockcommunitylibrary/1108213

Author Workshop with Catherine Ann Cullen - Author of The Song of Brigid's Cloak

Join Catherine Ann Cullen - Author of 'The Song of Brigid's Cloak' for an exciting workshop with a reading of the story, music, and crafts. Suitable for children aged 5 - 8 yrs. Booking required.

St. Brigid's Day Mixed Media Art Workshop with Craft Corner (Suitable for 6- 11 yr olds)

Mixed media craft workshop for 6-11 year olds

Kilcock CoderDojo Club

Programming classes for young people

Chinese New Year Craft event

Chinese New Year Craft event

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 3

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Crochet Group

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

Monday Library Craft Club

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

Celbridge Historical Society talk: Before Conolly - Castletown and the Dongans

Celbridge Historical Society February talk

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Breast- Feeding Support Group

The group will be facilitated by the Public Health Nurse ( PHN ) . All breast- feeding Mums and Mums -to- be welcome. Women who are pregnant are welcome as this will give the opportunity to ask any breastfeeding questions. No booking needed, just drop in.

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 3

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Kildare Creative Sphere Art Hub

Kildare Creative Sphere art hub are a group of adult artists, sculptors and other mediums of expressing their art.

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.

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Purls of Wisdom

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

Digital Literacy Classes: running every Tuesday for 5 weeks in Celbridge Library

One-to-one volunteer-led digital literacy classes

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 3

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Messy Play Morning

Messy Play morning for toddlers

Knitting & Crochet Group

Knitting and crochet group for beginners, improvers and experienced.

Celbridge Storytime

Storytime for pre-schoolers

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 3

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

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!

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Spanish Conversation Group

Spanish Conversation Group returns to Celbridge Library

Online Event- Ireland Reads: Share your love for Poetry.

Poetry lovers, we invite you to join us as we celebrate 'Ireland Reads' and Valentine’s Day with an evening of sharing poetry. Maynooth and Ballitore Libraries will host an evening of poetry readings in which all are welcome. Booking required, book your free ticket here: https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1130700 This event will be hosted via Microsoft Teams, you will receive the details to join in a separate email.

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 3

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Kilcock Failte Isteach English classes

Free conversational English classes.

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

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

Get Crafty!

Join us at Leixlip Library to get crafty and let your imagination run wild! Arts and crafts materials galore will be available on the day for you to come along and let your creative juices flow! Suitable for all the family.

Story-Time for 3 - 6 Year Olds Feb 24

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.

Teen Book Club Maynooth

A book club with a difference; while there are always book club books to avail of, teens can bring along their own recommendation to discuss during the meeting.  Age: 12 - 15 . For more information email maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie 

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Stories , Songs and Games in Italian for ages 2-5

Join us for some stories, songs and fun games in Italian. Booking required , book your free ticket here: https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1036783

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 3

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Cluichí Chláir do Teaghlaigh trí Ghaeilge / Family Board Games through Irish

Do pháistí atá idir 6 agus 12 bliana agus a gcuid tuistí/ caomhnóirí - for children aged 6-12 and their parents/ guardians.

Chess Workshop with Red King Chess

Chess Workshops for Ages 9+ Select for more info

Kilcock CoderDojo Club

Programming classes for young people

Stories , Songs and Games in Italian for ages 6-9

A chance for children to practice their Italian and learn more about Italy and its culture through stories, fun activities and games in Italian. Booking required , book your free ticket here : https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1036805

Toddler Party with Sarah Sparkles at Athy Library

Toddler Party with Sarah Sparkles at Athy Library

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 4

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Crochet Group

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

Monday Library Craft Club

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

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 4

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Kildare Creative Sphere Art Hub

Kildare Creative Sphere art hub are a group of adult artists, sculptors and other mediums of expressing their art.

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.

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Purls of Wisdom

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

Digital Literacy Classes: running every Tuesday for 5 weeks in Celbridge Library

One-to-one volunteer-led digital literacy classes

Celbridge craft meeting

Bimonthly craft group meeting

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

Let’s Talk About Parenting: Dealing with Challenging Behaviour Presented by Alan Quinn, Le Cheile

Dealing with Challenging Behaviour Presented by Alan Quinn, Le Cheile.

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 4

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Story Time & Sing Along Nursery Rhymes

Join us for Storytime and Rhymes in the Library.

Knitting & Crochet Group

Knitting and crochet group for beginners, improvers and experienced.

Celbridge Storytime

Storytime for pre-schoolers

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 4

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

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!

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Spanish Conversation Group

Spanish Conversation Group returns to Celbridge Library

Kilcock Zero Waste Group

Zero Waste Group

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 4

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Kilcock Failte Isteach English classes

Free conversational English classes.

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

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

Story-Time for 3 - 6 Year Olds Feb 24

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.

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Ireland Reads: Saturday Morning Storytime in Celbridge Library (suitable for 2+)

Special Saturday Morning Storytime for children aged 2-5

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 4

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Ireland Reads: Designing Your Own Characters with Margaret Suggs

Characters can be so much fun to design! In this hands-on creative workshop, we’ll look at a few familiar characters and find out what makes them work. Then based on Mags’ new book, The Moth and The Moon, we’ll design our own moons (which are a good warm-up) and then moths (which are a bit more complicated).

Ireland Reads: Write Your First Detective Story with author Fiona Sherlock (for children aged 9+)

Write Your First Detective Story

Writing and Illustration Workshop with Children’s Author Helena Duggan

Get your pencils and paper ready as Helena Duggan takes you to the land of Whizdom. In this workshop, you will discover a mysterious land, meet a peculiar guide and be given a magical key before you are whisked off to the place of your dreams without ever leaving your seat. Select for link

Kilcock CoderDojo Club

Programming classes for young people

Chess Club at Leixlip Library

Come along and practice your strategy and moves, learn from each other!

Ireland Reads Event with Gerry Daly Author of “It’s Too Dark Puffling”

Ireland Reads Event with Gerry Daly Author of “It’s Too Dark Puffling”

TTT Event: Story Time with AAC (Alternative Augmentative Communication)

TTT Event: Story Time with AAC (Alternative Augmentative Communication)

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 5

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Crochet Group

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

Monday Library Craft Club

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

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Pokémon Day

Pop along after school for some Pokémon-themed puzzles and activities. Suitable for all the family.

Breast- Feeding Support Group

The group will be facilitated by the Public Health Nurse. All breast-feeding Mums and and Mums-to -be welcome. Women who are pregnant are welcome as this will give the opportunity to ask any breast- feeding questions. No booking needed , just drop in. Please ring the library doorbell between 9.45 am & 10 am as the library doors will be closed , and you will be let in.

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 5

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Kildare Creative Sphere Art Hub

Kildare Creative Sphere art hub are a group of adult artists, sculptors and other mediums of expressing their art.

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.

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Purls of Wisdom

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

Digital Literacy Classes: running every Tuesday for 5 weeks in Celbridge Library

One-to-one volunteer-led digital literacy classes

Expat. Women's Meet-Up

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. Our meeting takes place on the last Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Let’s Talk Parenting Baby Sign Language: 4-week course

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 5

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Messy Play Morning

Messy Play morning for toddlers

Knitting & Crochet Group

Knitting and crochet group for beginners, improvers and experienced.

Celbridge Storytime

Storytime for pre-schoolers

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 5

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

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!

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

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.

Spanish Conversation Group

Spanish Conversation Group returns to Celbridge Library

Award Season Film Screening

We welcome you to join us celebrate Award Season with an award-winning feature on the big screen at Leixlip Community Library. No Booking Required

Let’s Talk About Parenting: Helping your Anxious Teen

Helping your Anxious Teen. Presented by Helen Vaughan

Kilcock Book Club

Every month will discuss a thought-provoking book

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Song & Rhyme Time for 0 - 2 Year Olds Mar 24

A special pocket of time for you and your young child, specifically tailored for children under 3 years. There'll be Nursery Rhymes, Action Songs and an engaging story to support their literacy development. Places are limited and one ticket is required per child. All children must be supervised during this session.

Failte Isteach English classes (Kilcock)

Free conversational English classes.

Pear and her friend's exhibition - Bugi Soja and Dörte Goldammer (week1)

March art exhibition in Celbridge Library

Exhibition in The Gallery Flights of Fancy By Jacinta O’Reilly

Dublin based artist Jacinta O’Reilly has launched Flight of Fantasy. An exhibition combining abstract landscapes with collages and patterned drawings. The exhibition will be on display in The Gallery for the month of March.

Exhibition Of Felt Art By Tamzen Lundy - Week 5

Tamzen is a textile professional of 25+years’ experience. She is a member of DCCI and Feltmakers Ireland and is a TAP trained artist (Teacher Artist Partnership). Tamzen’s art practice is playful and experimental. She is inspired by stories and the Irish landscape

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

Once Upon a Tune

Once Upon a Tune

Storytime in Naas Library and Cultural Centre

Join us every Friday morning at 10.30am for half an hour of stories, songs and rhymes for children age 0 - 5. All welcome, drop in, no booking required.

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

Toddlertime at Athy Library

https://kildarecoco.ie/library/Libraries/Athy/

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March Celebrating the life and the work of the world renowned Newbridge born crystallographer. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale, copies available free of charge at participating libraries while stocks last.

Eclecticats Games

We are called Eclecticats and our goal is to teach people the joys of board and card games. Open to everyone -all ages and abilities - we pride ourselves on being able to find a game to suit anyone. We have hundreds of games, there's literally something for everyone! All welcome- No booking required.

Pear and her friend's exhibition - Bugi Soja and Dörte Goldammer (week1)

March art exhibition in Celbridge Library

Cub Club Dance & Movement Workshop with Little Lion Dance Theatre Mar 24

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, imagination, and colourful props to provide a dance experience to all. These movement classes are for young children aged 0 – 4, and their adults; mums, dads, grandparents and childminders are welcome. Wear comfortable clothes and let’s explore dance together.

Coding Mice Workshop for ages 5 - 7 years

Through this game, children will build a maze based on model activity cards and then use the programming cards to create a step-by-step path so that the programmable mouse finds the piece of cheese.

Maynooth Women's Group Mar 24

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

Lego Club

Lego Club

Kilcock CoderDojo Club

Programming classes for young people

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March Celebrating the life and the work of the world renowned Newbridge born crystallographer. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale, copies available free of charge at participating libraries while stocks last.

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March Celebrating the life and the work of the world renowned Newbridge born crystallographer. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale, copies available free of charge at participating libraries while stocks last.

Pear and her friend's exhibition - Bugi Soja and Dörte Goldammer (week2)

March art exhibition in Celbridge Library

Chair – based Yoga Class for Adults

Chair based yoga is the practice of yoga sitting in the chair or using the chair as support to stand. This is a unique and inclusive class for all people, including those with physical limitations.

Siel Bleu Chair Yoga – 12 Week course (Healthy Ireland at Your Library)

Siel Bleu Chair Yoga – 12 Week course (Healthy Ireland at Your Library)

Ciorcal Chomhrá

Teacht le chéile seachtainiúil chun do “cúpla focal” a úsáid. Fáilte roimh chách! A weekly gathering to use your "cúpla focal". Gach Luan/ Every Monday 11AM All welcome!

Crochet Group

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

Monday Library Craft Club

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

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March Celebrating the life and the work of the world renowned Newbridge born crystallographer. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale, copies available free of charge at participating libraries while stocks last.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 1

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Pear and her friend's exhibition - Bugi Soja and Dörte Goldammer (week2)

March art exhibition in Celbridge Library

Kildare Creative Sphere Art Hub

Kildare Creative Sphere art hub are a group of adult artists, sculptors and other mediums of expressing their art.

Chair Yoga with Christine from YoGrá Yoga for (Age Friendly)

Chair Yoga with Christine from YoGrá Yoga for (Age Friendly)

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.

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Purls of Wisdom

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

TCM Tuesday Classic Film Club

TCM Tuesday Classic Film Club

Let’s Talk Parenting Events Help teens thrive online.

Let’s Talk Parenting Events Help teens thrive online.

Homelessness and Housing Support & Information Clinic

Looking for advice on homelessness and housing supports ? Visit this Kildare County Council drop -in clinic in Maynooth Community Library to learn about the supports available. *Drop In*

Poetry Night with Luain Press

Passionate about poetry? So are we! Come by to read, chat, share and even create poetry! *Drop In. No booking required*

Celbridge craft meeting

Bimonthly craft group meeting

Poetry Night with Luain Press

Passionate about poetry? So are we! Come by to read, chat, share and even create poetry! *Drop In. No booking required*

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March Celebrating the life and the work of the world renowned Newbridge born crystallographer. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale, copies available free of charge at participating libraries while stocks last.

Story Time & Sing Along Nursery Rhymes

Join us for Storytime and Rhymes in the Library.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 1

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Pear and her friend's exhibition - Bugi Soja and Dörte Goldammer (week2)

March art exhibition in Celbridge Library

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Knitting & Crochet Group

Knitting and crochet group for beginners, improvers and experienced.

Celbridge Storytime

Storytime for pre-schoolers

Ciorcal Comhrá at Athy Library

Ciorcal Comhrá at Athy Library

Chair Yoga with YoGrá Yoga

Join Christine from YoGrá for this chair yoga session which can improve your flexibility, concentration and strength, while boosting your mood, and reducing stress and joint strain. Select for link.

Sean Nós Singing Workshop

Sean-nós songs cover a range of genres, from love song to lament to lullaby, traditionally with a strong focus on conveying the relevant emotion of the given song. Join us here in The Chamber to celebrate Seachtain Na Gaeilge with Máire Ní Choilim as she teaches us how to understand and sing Sean-Nós songs. All Welcome – No Booking Required.

Sean Nós Singing with Maire Ni Choilm

Join Máire , a sean-nós singer from Gaoth Dobhair, a Gaeltacht in the northwest of Donegal here in Naas Library for an evening of learning and singing!

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March Celebrating the life and the work of the world renowned Newbridge born crystallographer. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale, copies available free of charge at participating libraries while stocks last.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 1

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Pear and her friend's exhibition - Bugi Soja and Dörte Goldammer (week2)

March art exhibition in Celbridge 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!

SafeTALK: Suicide Alertness for Everyone

Training is FREE of charge and suitable for anyone over the age of 18. This training is provided by the HSE as part of Ireland’s National Suicide Prevention Strategy, Connecting for Life. Select to Book.

Celebrate Seachtain na Gaeilge. Pilates as Gaeilge with Ally

Celebrate Seachtain na Gaeilge. Pilates as Gaeilge with Ally

World Book Day Reading and Illustration Workshop with Author and Illustrator Jennifer Farley

Join award-winning children’s book illustrator and author Jennifer Farley for the 'Wonder-Vet Workshop'.

Arts & Crafts Workshop Newbridge

Come to Newbridge Library and get crafty!!!!!! Sessions can get messy so please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

World Book Day: Illustration Workshop with author Aoife Dooley

Aoife centres her workshops around illustration, craft and design - they are hugely popular with young and old alike as she creates a fun, accessible and interactive environment for all to enjoy. Select for Link.

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

‘Portraits ‘ by Louise O’Keeffe Exhibition Open Evening

Join us for the opening of the exhibition ‘Portraits’ by Louise O’Keeffe. *Drop in Event*

Online Teen Writers Group

A social group for young writers aged 12 to 15, to chat, share work and bounce ideas. Online via MS Teams. For more information email maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie 

Spanish Conversation Group

Spanish Conversation Group returns to Celbridge Library

Gluaiseacht na gColáiste Gaeilge 1904-1930

Labhróidh Máire McCafferty faoi fhorbairt choláistí samhraidh na hÉireann idir 1904 agus 1930. Fáilte roimh chách! Máire McCafferty will speak about the development of Irish summer colleges between 1904 and 1930. All Welcome – No booking required.

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March Celebrating the life and the work of the world renowned Newbridge born crystallographer. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale, copies available free of charge at participating libraries while stocks last.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 1

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Pear and her friend's exhibition - Bugi Soja and Dörte Goldammer (week2)

March art exhibition in Celbridge Library

Song & Rhyme Time for 0 - 2 Year Olds Mar 24

A special pocket of time for you and your young child, specifically tailored for children under 3 years. There'll be Nursery Rhymes, Action Songs and an engaging story to support their literacy development. Places are limited and one ticket is required per child. All children must be supervised during this session.

Failte Isteach English classes (Kilcock)

Free conversational English classes.

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

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

International Women’s Day with Mae Leonard

Join Mae and guests for an afternoon of lighthearted poetry and prose celebrating women everywhere! All welcome- No booking required.

Bodhrán Beats Family Workshop

Discover the secret of traditional Irish rhythms with this fun interactive family workshop on the bodhrán! Select for more info

Caint agus Cupán

Beimid ag bualadh le chéile ar a 11 a chlog ar an Aoine ar feadh uair an chloig le linn Seachtain na Gaeilge. Tá fáilte roimh chách a gcuid Gaeilge a chleachtadh le cupán tae nó caife. Bain triail as! We will be meeting together at 11 o'clock on Fridays for an hour during Seachtain na Gaeilge. All are welcome to practice their Irish with a cup of tea or coffee. Give it a try!

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Children’s Book Club – The Epic, Brilliant Book Society of Athy!

Children’s Book Club – The Epic, Brilliant Book Society of Athy!

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March

Exhibition in The Foyer: Kathleen Lonsdale, an exhibition by Maeve Clancy 2nd March - 16th March Celebrating the life and the work of the world renowned Newbridge born crystallographer. In addition to the exhibition, Maeve Clancy has created a graphic novel charting the remarkable life and achievements of Kathleen Lonsdale, copies available free of charge at participating libraries while stocks last.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 1

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Pear and her friend's exhibition - Bugi Soja and Dörte Goldammer (week2)

March art exhibition in Celbridge Library

POP! Cub Club Dance & Movement Workshop with Little Lion Dance Theatre

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, imagination, and colourful props to provide a dance experience to all.

Inclusive POP! Event: Autism Friendly Play Session with Discovery Playtime

Discovery Playtime will provide an Autism Friendly calm space where children can freely play and explore with sensory tuff trays Jolly Heap blocks, connetix and train tracks. Throughout these workshops fun, movement, gross and fine motor skills, communication and socialising, connection with their grown up is encouraged in this safe space. Suitable for 2 - 5 year olds (older children welcome also). Booking required: https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1165788

Coding Mice Workshop for ages 5 - 7 years

Through this game, children will build a maze based on model activity cards and then use the programming cards to create a step-by-step path so that the programmable mouse finds the piece of cheese.

Make St. Patrick's Pancakes with the Cool Food School

Make St. Patrick's Pancakes with the Cool Food School

Zero Waste Maynooth Swap Group

Zero Waste Maynooth is back with its ladies’ clothes swap shop. Drop in!

Film Club Saturday 9th March at 2.15pm - Family Show Newbridge

Lights, Camera Action Please join us at Newbridge library for a Saturday Matinee for all the family, taking place on the 9th March at 2.15pm to 4.00pm.

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 2

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Pear and her friend's exhibition - Bugi Soja and Dörte Goldammer (week3)

March art exhibition in Celbridge Library

U3A Book Club Mar 24

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

Crochet Group

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

Monday Library Craft Club

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

Seachtain na Gaeilge : Design your own Kite Workshop as Gaeilge with Anyone4Science

Celebrate Seachtain na Gaeilge with Anyone 4 Science in Maynooth Community Library. In this fun workshop as Gaeilge you will learn about flight and how machines stay in the air, everyone will design and make your own Kite to take home.

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Breastfeeding support group with Public Health Nurse

The group will be facilitated by the Public Health Nurse (PHN). All breast-feeding Mums and Mums-to-be welcome. Women who are pregnant are welcome as this will give the opportunity to ask any breastfeeding questions.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 2

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Pear and her friend's exhibition - Bugi Soja and Dörte Goldammer (week3)

March art exhibition in Celbridge Library

Kildare Creative Sphere Art Hub

Kildare Creative Sphere art hub are a group of adult artists, sculptors and other mediums of expressing their art.

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.

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Purls of Wisdom

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

Arts & Crafts Workshop

Come to Newbridge Library and get crafty!!!!!! Sessions can get messy so please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

Teanga do chách

Ar bhog tú go hÉirinn le bliain anuas, nó deich mbliana, agus ar mhaith leat roinnt frásaí a fhoghlaim i dteanga dhúchais na hÉireann? Tar chugainn le cúpla frása a fhoghlaim thar chupán tae - agus múin dúinn conas na frásaí sin a rá i do mháthairtheanga féin! Fáilte roimh chách! Did you move to Ireland in the last few years, and would you like to learn some phrases in the native language? Come along to learn a few phrases over a cup of tea - and teach us those phrases in your native tongue!

Four week Yoga Course for Adults as Gaeilge – catering for all levels - Ióga le Mairéad

Four week Yoga Course for Adults as Gaeilge

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

Club Leabhar Nás na Ríogh

Teacht le chéile míosúil le leabhair Ghaeilge a phlé agus le do chuid Gaeilge a fheabhsú tríd an léitheoireacht i dtimpeallacht breá réchúiseach. Failte roimh bhaill nua mí ar bith! Teacht le chéile míosúil le leabhair Ghaeilge a phlé agus le do chuid Gaeilge a fheabhsú tríd an léitheoireacht i dtimpeallacht breá réchúiseach. Failte roimh bhaill nua mí ar bith!

FanSci (Fantasy/Sci-fi) Book Club Mar 24

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

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Age Friendly Coffee Morning

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

Messy Play Morning

Messy Play morning for toddlers. Booking required: https://buytickets.at/kilcockcommunitylibrary/1166832

Let’s Talk About Parenting: Sleep - what every parent needs to know

Sleep - What Every Parent Needs to Know (birth - 6 years). Presented by Lucy Wolfe, Sleep Consultant.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 2

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Pear and her friend's exhibition - Bugi Soja and Dörte Goldammer (week3)

March art exhibition in Celbridge Library

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Knitting & Crochet Group

Knitting and crochet group for beginners, improvers and experienced.

Celbridge Storytime

Storytime for pre-schoolers

St Patrick's Day Arts & Crafts, Newbridge

St Patrick's Day Arts & Crafts You will learn how to make a Leprechaun Hand-Puppet and St. Patrick's Day Bunting

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 2

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Pear and her friend's exhibition - Bugi Soja and Dörte Goldammer (week3)

March art exhibition in Celbridge 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!

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Online Teen Writers Group

A social group for young writers aged 12 to 15, to chat, share work and bounce ideas. Online via MS Teams. For more information email maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie 

Spanish Conversation Group

Spanish Conversation Group returns to Celbridge Library

Birdwatch Kildare- “Could the Wolf Be Re-Introduced into Ireland?” with guest speaker Cóílín MacLochlainn

“Could the Wolf Be Re-Introduced into Ireland?” with guest speaker Cóílín MacLochlainn All welcome- No booking required.

MU English in the Community: Talk on ‘ How Digital Humanities change how we seen Ireland in the Renaissance ‘ by Professor Pat Palmer

Join us for a talk in this new ‘MU English in the Community’ series of talks and writing workshops, a collaboration between the Department of English at Maynooth University and Maynooth Community Library.

Let’s Talk About Parenting: Helping your Anxious Child – Tips and Strategies for Parents

Helping your Anxious Child - Tips and Strategies for Parents. Presented by Helen Vaughan

Astrophotography with a DSLR Camera – Anthony Lynch

To celebrate Irish Astronomy Week 2024 - A talk by Anthony Lynch one of Ireland's foremost astrophotographers using just his camera. Select for more info

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 2

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Failte Isteach English classes (Kilcock)

Free conversational English classes.

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

Caint agus Cupán

Beimid ag bualadh le chéile ar a 11 a chlog ar an Aoine ar feadh uair an chloig le linn Seachtain na Gaeilge. Tá fáilte roimh chách a gcuid Gaeilge a chleachtadh le cupán tae nó caife. Bain triail as! We will be meeting together at 11 o'clock on Fridays for an hour during Seachtain na Gaeilge. All are welcome to practice their Irish with a cup of tea or coffee. Give it a try!

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

Messy Play for ages 18 months to 5 years Mar 24

Join us for messy, sensory play for toddlers and their grown-ups. All the fun and mess without the cleaning up! Old clothes highly recommended!! Please note children must be accompanied by their grown up for the entire session. Booking link: hhttps://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1165781

Storytime and Animation Workshop with Marta

Come along for a storytime for the little ones followed by drawing exercises aimed at boosting creativity with animator Marta Iwanowska. Filled with play and an opportunity to socialise. Please Select for link.

Teen Book Club Maynooth

A book club with a difference; while there are always book club books to avail of, teens can bring along their own recommendation to discuss during the meeting.  Age: 12 - 15 . For more information email maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie 

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 2

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Maynooth Women's Group Mar 24

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

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Crochet Group

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

Monday Library Craft Club

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

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 3

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Kildare Creative Sphere Art Hub

Kildare Creative Sphere art hub are a group of adult artists, sculptors and other mediums of expressing their art.

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.

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Purls of Wisdom

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

Seed Saving Introductory Session with Lucy Bell

Seed Saving Introductory Session with Lucy Bell

Creative Junk Modelling!

Creative Junk Modelling!

Arts & Crafts Workshop

Come to Newbridge Library and get crafty!!!!!! Sessions can get messy so please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

First Aid for Parents & Caregivers presented by Siobhán Butler

A popular and regular event on the programme, this informative and interactive introductory workshop uses lots of visual aids in the presentation and there is plenty of opportunity for the participants to ask questions.

Celbridge craft meeting

Bimonthly craft group meeting

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

Tuesday Evening Crime Bookclub Mar 24

The Crime Book Club meet on the third Tuesday of each month @ 7pm in Maynooth Community Library. The March meeting will take place on Tuesday 19th March @ 7pm. For further information please contact maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 3

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Story Time & Sing Along Nursery Rhymes

Join us for Storytime and Rhymes in the Library.

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Knitting & Crochet Group

Knitting and crochet group for beginners, improvers and experienced.

Celbridge Storytime

Storytime for pre-schoolers

Chair Yoga with YoGrá Yoga

Join Christine from YoGrá for this chair yoga session which can improve your flexibility, concentration and strength, while boosting your mood, and reducing stress and joint strain. Select for link.

Arts & Crafts Workshop

Come to Newbridge Library and get crafty!!!!!! Sessions can get messy so please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 3

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

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!

World Poetry Day : Poetry Writing Workshop with Yvonne Cullen

Poetry writing workshop with Yvonne Cullen .

Botley Robotics Workshop Newbridge

Botley Robotics Workshop Come and learn how to code with our Robot Friend Botley.

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Seed Saving Workshop with Lucy Bell Newbridge

Participants on this course will learn an introduction to the world of seed-saving, including a little bit of plant botany and an introduction to the main vegetable families.

Spanish Conversation Group

Spanish Conversation Group returns to Celbridge Library

Online Event-Celebrating World Poetry Day: An evening of sharing poetry

World Poetry Day is held on the 21st March each year and celebrates cultural and literary diversity. Join us for an evening of sharing your favourite poetry from across the globe. You may wish to read a poem aloud or just listen to poetry.

Midlands LGBT+ Book Club Mar 24

Maynooth Library host an LGBTQ+ book club every month in partnership with Midlands LGBT+ Project. The group meets on the third Thursday of each month and this month are reading 'Modern Nature' by Derek Jarman. Copies of the book are available for collection at the main desk.

Book Launch Basil McBride's 'Word of the Week'

Basil McBride is the alter-ego of Maynooth local, Lee Sheridan. Sheridan was shortlisted for the Red Line Book Festival 2023 Poetry Competition. Basil McBride's 'Word of the Week' is a collection of humorous articles that grew from a literacy initiative in the school that Basil works in. The aim of the initiative is to teach students a new word each week. There is something for everyone in the collection; most of the articles are flash-length entries and arranged thematically.*Drop In.*

Let’s Talk About Parenting: How to think like a Psychologist

How to think like a Psychologist. Presented by Dr Antaine Stíobhairt.

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 3

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Failte Isteach English classes (Kilcock)

Free conversational English classes.

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

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

Story-Time for 3 - 6 Year Olds Mar 24

A story session for ages 3 - 6. There'll be a few stories that are bear themed, so bring along your favourite furry teddy bear! Places are limited and one free ticket is required per child. All children must be supervised during this session.

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Stories , Songs and Games in Italian for ages 2-5 Mar 24

Join us for some stories, songs and fun games in Italian. Booking required , book your free ticket here: https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1036783

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 3

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

MU English in the Community: Creative Writing Workshop 'Sleep and hypnagogic writing’ with Dr. Hilary White

Join us for a talk in this new ‘MU English in the Community’ series of talks and writing workshops, a collaboration between the Department of English at Maynooth University and Maynooth Community Library.

Mini Makers Newbridge

Come along to mini makers at Newbridge library! Toys including Duplo, stacking stones and magnetic building blocks will be available and will encourage your little maker to engage their imagination and develop skills including; motor skills, focus and patience, problem solving and visual and spatial awareness.

Cluichí Chláir do Teaghlaigh trí Ghaeilge / Family Board Games through Irish

Do pháistí atá idir 6 agus 12 bliana agus a gcuid tuistí/ caomhnóirí - for children aged 6-12 and their parents/ guardians.

Family Time At Your Library Movie Screening

We welcome you to join us for a surprise screening of a family friendly film on the BIG SCREEN in Leixlip Library.

Lego Club Newbridge

Lego Club Family Lego Club

Stories , Songs and Games in Italian for ages 6-9

A chance for children to practice their Italian and learn more about Italy and its culture through stories, fun activities and games in Italian. Booking required , book your free ticket here : https://buytickets.at/maynoothlibrary/1036805

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 4

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Crochet Group

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

Monday Library Craft Club

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

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Breastfeeding support group with Public Health Nurse

The group will be facilitated by the Public Health Nurse (PHN). All breast-feeding Mums and Mums-to-be welcome. Women who are pregnant are welcome as this will give the opportunity to ask any breastfeeding questions.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 4

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Kildare Creative Sphere Art Hub

Kildare Creative Sphere art hub are a group of adult artists, sculptors and other mediums of expressing their art.

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.

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Purls of Wisdom

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

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

HI Digital Skills Training (Age Friendly Programme) – 4-week Course

Women's Ex-Pats & Friends Group Mar 24

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. Our meeting takes place on the last Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

Whichcraft?: Adult Craft Group Newbridge

Whichcraft?: Adult Craft Group Do you like making you own decor or upcycling your home and wardrobe? Then this group is for you!

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

Movie Discussion Club Mar 24

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

Knitting Group

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 4

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Messy Play Morning

Messy Play morning for toddlers. Booking required: https://buytickets.at/kilcockcommunitylibrary/1166832

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Knitting & Crochet Group

Knitting and crochet group for beginners, improvers and experienced.

Celbridge Storytime

Storytime for pre-schoolers

Healthy Eating Talk for over 65s

This Primary Care Dietetics talk will cover: A well-balanced diet; Calcium, Protein and Vitamin D; Hydration; Alcohol; Physical activity; and Poor Appetite. There will be an opportunity to ask the dietitian questions at the end of the talk. You will also receive some diet resources to take home with you. Select to Book.

Arts & Crafts Workshop Newbridge

Come to Newbridge Library and get crafty!!!!!!

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 4

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

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!

Easter Arts & Crafts with Aoife

Join Aoife in the Leixlip Library Gallery Space for some Easter arts and crafts fun. Please Select for link.

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Bilingual Storytime with Lorraine

Join us for a fun-filled Storytime at Leixlip Library. We look forward to seeing you! Please Select for link.

Spanish Conversation Group

Spanish Conversation Group returns to Celbridge Library

Kilcock Zero Waste Group

Zero Waste Group

Classic Film Screening

We welcome you to join us for a classic film on the big screen at Leixlip Library No Booking Required

Kilcock Book Club

Every month will discuss a thought-provoking book

Failte Isteach English classes (Kilcock)

Free conversational English classes.

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

Crochet Group

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

Exhibition ‘Portraits‘ by Louise O’Keeffe - Week 5

‘Portraits by Louise’ is her first solo art exhibition. Louise’s art is deeply personal, with a sense of her direct connection to her subjects, and to the material she uses. She loves painting, drawing, photography and pottery. In this series of portraits she has used bright colours to create a vibrant and personal collection of artwork. *Drop In. No booking required.*

Kildare Creative Sphere Art Hub

Kildare Creative Sphere art hub are a group of adult artists, sculptors and other mediums of expressing their art.

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.

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Purls of Wisdom

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

Older Voices Digital Training

Older Voices Digital Training

Four week Yoga Course for Adults as Gaeilge – catering for all levels - Ióga le Mairéad

Four week Yoga Course for Adults as Gaeilge

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

Art Exhibition: "Reflections" by Anne Ward

Art Exhibition

Mini Makers Morning

Mini Makers morning for toddlers

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Knitting Group - Every Wednesday Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the Library for further information.

Weekly knitting group. New members welcome. Contact the library for further information.

Spring into Storytime in Celbridge

Storytime fun this Spring!

Knitting & Crochet Group

Knitting and crochet group for beginners, improvers and experienced.

LEGO Freeplay

LEGO Freeplay

Easter Egg Chromatography workshop with Anyone4Science age 7-10

Join Anyone 4 Science for our fantastic Easter themed colourful chemistry  workshop. Learn all about Chromatography, the technique Scientists use to separate mixtures and use this technique to decorate and make an Easter card.  All children attending this workshop must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Art Exhibition: "Reflections" by Anne Ward

Art Exhibition

LEGO Freeplay

LEGO Freeplay

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!

Easter Family Film Screening

Easter Family Film Screening

Board Games Afternoon

Board Games Afternoon

Movie Afternoon in Celbridge Library

Easter movie extravaganza!

Storytelling and Stargazing - 8 to 12 years Learn about the stars and storytelling in an engaging workshop with animator and artist Marta. We will explore storytelling techniques and wonder about what stories the stars can hold.

Storytelling and Stargazing - 8 to 12 years Learn about the stars and storytelling in an engaging workshop with animator and artist Marta. We will explore storytelling techniques and wonder about what stories the stars can hold. Book tickets here https://www.tickettailor.com/events/naaslibrary/1199885

Children's Book Club

Meeting once a month with a new book every month! Select for more info.

Inter-generational Knitting

Learn how to knit or crochet with masters of the craft

Learn how comics work with animator & artist Marta, collaborate with other participants & make your own! This workshop is aimed at boosting creativity & giving participants the necessary skills to continue creating after the workshop.

Let's Make Comics - Suitable for ages 12+ Learn how comics work with animator and artist Marta, collaborate with other participants and make your own! This workshop is aimed at boosting creativity and giving participants the necessary skills to continue creating outside of the workshop. Book tickets here:- https://www.tickettailor.com/events/naaslibrary/1202892

Online Teen Writers Group Apr 24

A social group for young writers aged 12 to 15, to chat, share work and bounce ideas. Online via MS Teams. For more information email maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie 

Art Exhibition: "Reflections" by Anne Ward

Art Exhibition

Easter Family Film Screening

Easter Family Film Screening

Song & Rhyme Time for 0 - 2 Year Olds Apr 24

A special pocket of time for you and your young child, specifically tailored for children under 3 years. There'll be Nursery Rhymes, Action Songs and an engaging story to support their literacy development. Places are limited and one ticket is required per child. All children must be supervised during this session.

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

Storytime in Naas Library and Cultural Centre

Join us in the Chamber every Friday morning at Naas Library & Cultural Centre for songs, stories and nursery rhymes. Suitable for ages 0 - 5 No booking required, all welcome

Spring in to Storytime: Zine Workshop with Kate Escolin of Tinygreens

Learn how to make your own folded one page zine, with advice on design and comic storytelling to help brainstorm your idea and bring it to life.

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

Caint agus Cupán: Ciorcal Comhrá / Irish Conversation Circle

Caint agus Cupán: Am nua don Ciorcal Comhrá / New time for Irish Conversation circle

Easter Egg Hunt and Activities

Join us for an Eggciting Easter Egg Hunt with games and activities galore! Select for more info and to book.

Get Crafty!

Get Crafty!

Once Upon a Tune

Once Upon a Tune

POP: Little Makers for 1-5 year olds

Let their imaginations run wild! Join us for a morning of making for 1- 5 year olds. Practice fine motor skills while having fun! Build amazing creations using construction toys such as Magna-Tiles, Duplo, Mega Bloks, Blockaroo, puzzles and more. While not all activities will be suitable for all ages – there will be something for everyone!

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Toddlertime at Athy Library

Art Exhibition: "Reflections" by Anne Ward

Art Exhibition

Shades of life: celebrating life - Exhibition Shweta Bhardwaj

Shweta Bhardwaj hails from India and came to Ireland in 2019. She started with watercolour but felt rapidly that oil painting and acrylic would match her way of being. She is a self-taught painter for whom the unlimited creative power is a never ending journey through imagination. You can see all her collections in the saachi art gallery: https://www.saatchiart.com/u/1873045

Íoga/Yoga le Mairead - Cúrsa Cheithre Seachtaine i Leabharlann Cill Droichid / Four-week course in Celbridge Library

Cúrsa íoga Cheithre Seachtaine (dhátheangach) / Four-week yoga course (bilingual)

Healthy Ireland: Sound Massage for Children with Additional Needs and their Families

Introducing sound massage as a complimentary therapeutic support for the wellbeing of children with additional needs and their families. Sound massage is first and foremost a holistic relaxation method. In Sound Relaxation, body, mind and soul can let go of accumulated stress, worry and uncertainty and create a new, free, safe and stable base for developing self-healing powers.

MU English in the Community: Creative Writing Workshop 'Haunted Houses'

Stories of haunted houses are stories about power. Ghosts challenge how we think about property and land ownership; they won’t move out, even when new human residents move in. In this workshop, we will consider different ways of thinking about haunting, and try our hand at writing some new ghost stories.

Saturday Storytime

Spring into Saturday Storytime!

Spring into Storytime: Rainbow Magic Storytelling

Storytelling and Animation workshop

Join Dúlra Forest School to discover more about our native plants and animals - including the Ogham Tree alphabet . This workshop includes Irish and is suitable for any level, including those new to Irish!

Join Dúlra Forest School to learn about our natural world. Discover more about our native plants and animals - including the Ogham Tree alphabet - play nature-based games, complete a nature treasure hunt, and take a bit of the magic of nature home with you! This workshop includes Irish and is suitable for any level, including those new to Irish! Please note - this event takes place outdoors and will involve a walking tour, so please dress appropriately. Suitable for children aged 5-12 years.

Four week Yoga Course for Adults as Gaeilge – catering for all levels - Ióga le Mairéad Multiple dates and times Newbridge Library, W12 W861

Four week Yoga Course for Adults as Gaeilge

Little Readers, Librarians Listen

You bring the stories: we're all ears!

Lego Club

Lego Club

Art Exhibition: "Reflections" by Anne Ward

Art Exhibition

Art Exhibition: "Reflections" by Anne Ward

Art Exhibition

Shades of life: celebrating life - Exhibition Shweta Bhardwaj Week 1

Shweta Bhardwaj hails from India and came to Ireland in 2019. She started with watercolour but felt rapidly that oil painting and acrylic would match her way of being. She is a self-taught painter for whom the unlimited creative power is a never ending journey through imagination. You can see all her collections in the saachi art gallery: https://www.saatchiart.com/u/1873045

Crochet Group

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

Monday Library Craft Club

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

Celbridge Historical Society talk: 'The past is ourselves: how the Web is unlocking family and local history'

Celbridge Historical Society April talk

Art Exhibition: "Reflections" by Anne Ward

Art Exhibition

Shades of life: celebrating life - Exhibition Shweta Bhardwaj Week 1

Shweta Bhardwaj hails from India and came to Ireland in 2019. She started with watercolour but felt rapidly that oil painting and acrylic would match her way of being. She is a self-taught painter for whom the unlimited creative power is a never ending journey through imagination. You can see all her collections in the saachi art gallery: https://www.saatchiart.com/u/1873045

Breastfeeding support group with Public Health Nurse

The group will be facilitated by the Public Health Nurse (PHN). All breast-feeding Mums and Mums-to-be welcome. Women who are pregnant are welcome as this will give the opportunity to ask any breastfeeding questions.

Baby Sign Language (4-week course) Presented by Claire Glynn Tuesdays 9th-30th April 10.30am-11.30am

Clever Little Handies is an award-winning baby sign class for parents with babies from newborns up to wobblers / babies of 1 years of age.

Kildare Creative Sphere Art Hub

Kildare Creative Sphere art hub are a group of adult artists, sculptors and other mediums of expressing their art.

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.

Kilcock Knitting Group

Bring your project to our casual knitting group.

Purls of Wisdom

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

Homelessness and Housing Support & Information Clinic Apr 24

Looking for advice on homelessness and housing supports? Visit this Kildare County Council drop-in clinic in Maynooth Community Library to learn about the supports available. *Drop In*

TCM Tuesday Classic Film Club

TCM Tuesday Classic Film Club

Prose Night with Luain Press Apr

We're putting our poetry café on hold to discuss prose - whether it be a novel, a play, or short fiction. Bring your favourite book and come down for the chats! *Drop in*

Spanish Conversation Group

All levels welcome. Accepting members. No booking required

Art Exhibition: "Reflections" by Anne Ward

Art Exhibition

Shades of life: celebrating life - Exhibition Shweta Bhardwaj Week 1

Shweta Bhardwaj hails from India and came to Ireland in 2019. She started with watercolour but felt rapidly that oil painting and acrylic would match her way of being. She is a self-taught painter for whom the unlimited creative power is a never ending journey through imagination. You can see all her collections in the saachi art gallery: https://www.saatchiart.com/u/1873045

Age Friendly Coffee Morning Apr 24

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

Messy Play Morning Apr 24

Messy Play morning for toddlers. Booking required: https://buytickets.at/kilcockcommunitylibrary/1166832

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Storytime | Am Scéalaíochta

Plant and Read Storytime

Plant and Read Storytime (Sunflowers in Celbridge!)

Naas Library Knitting Group Every Wednesday morning New members welcome Contact the Library for further information

Naas Library Knitting Group Every Wednesday morning New members welcome Contact the Library for further information

Knitting & Crochet Group

Knitting and crochet group for beginners, improvers and experienced.

Spring into Storytime at Athy Library!

Spring into Storytime at Athy Library!

Art Exhibition: "Reflections" by Anne Ward

Art Exhibition

Shades of life: celebrating life - Exhibition Shweta Bhardwaj Week 1

Shweta Bhardwaj hails from India and came to Ireland in 2019. She started with watercolour but felt rapidly that oil painting and acrylic would match her way of being. She is a self-taught painter for whom the unlimited creative power is a never ending journey through imagination. You can see all her collections in the saachi art gallery: https://www.saatchiart.com/u/1873045

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!