Library Events

Friday, 24th September
Children's Book Club
Kilfinaghty Public Library, Sixmilebridge
Are you aged 8-12? Do you love reading? Would you like to meet new friends and chat about books? Why not join the Children’s Book Club in Kilfinaghty Public Library, Sixmilebridge? The book club runs on the fourth Friday of each month. Our next meeting is at 4pm on Friday 24th September. September’s book is: ‘The Breadwinner’ by Deborah Ellis
Call Catherine in the library on 061 369678 for more information.
Wednesday, 15th September
Coffee Morning in aid of the Irish Hospice Foundation
Killaloe Public Library
Killaloe Public Library are hosting a Coffee Morning in aid of the Irish Hospice Foundation between 10am and 12 noon on September 14th. All are welcome. Monies raised will remain in Co. Clare. Cuppa, chat and cake guaranteed!
Thursday 26th August, 20.00 – 21.00
Storytelling with Billy Teare and Kathleen O’Sullivan
De Valera Public Library, Ennis
A free event for adults and families to mark Heritage Week. It is a mix of traditional stories and songs, plus poetry, including some works by WB Yeats.
Thursday 26th August, 19.00 – 19.45
Archaeology Talk with archaeologist Simon Large
Scariff Public Library
A free event for adults to mark Heritage Week. Former county archaeologist Simon Large will give a presentation on the evolving nature of heritage, focusing on the archaeology of East Clare.
Thursday 26th August, 15.30 – 16.30
Storytelling with Billy Teare and Kathleen O’Sullivan
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
A free event for adults and families to mark Heritage Week. It is a mix of traditional stories and songs, plus poetry, including some works by WB Yeats.
Tuesday 24th August
Genealogy Day
11.00am – 4.00pm, De Valera Public Library, Ennis.
Four short introductory talks for anyone interested in tracing their family tree in Clare, using locally available resources. Also, launch of Clare County Library’s ‘Tracing Your Family Tree’ brochure. A free event to mark Heritage Week 2010. All welcome.
August 19th & 26th, 2010
Storytime and colouring for children
Tulla Public Library
There will be storytime and colouring for children aged 4 to 8 from 10am to 11am on Thursday, 19th and Thursday, 26th August.
16th August - September 10th 2010
Exhibition of drawings by David O' Rourke
Scariff Public Library
A new exhibition entitled 'Dreaming' will take place in the Scariff library exhibition space from Monday 16th August -10th September. Artist David O' Rourke's new show is presented in two parts consisting of drawings of a sleeping child and three triptychs. A related video piece will also be shown at the official opening on Thursday 19th August.
August 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th
Storytime for children
Hillery Public Library, Miltown Malbay
Storytime will take place in the Hillery public library in Miltown Malbay every Friday morning from 11am - 12noon throughout August. Children between the ages of 4 and 8 years can come and enjoy an hour of storytelling, colouring, Jig-saw making and fun.
Friday 6th August
Riches of Clare Lunchtime Concert
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee, from 1-2pm.
August 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th, 2010
Kilkee Civic Trust Lectures
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
Kilkee Civic Trust Lectures will be held each Wednesday evening at 8pm for the months of July and August.
August 4th & 11th
Colouring/Painting/Word Games at Newmarket-on-Fergus Public Library
Activities in Newmarket-on-Fergus Public Library include colouring, painting and word games on the above Wednesdays from 3.30pm to 4.30pm. Tel. 061-368411 for more details.
August 3rd, 10th & 17th
Draughts, Chess and Jigsaws at Newmarket-on-Fergus Public Library
Activities in Newmarket-on-Fergus Public Library include Draughts, Chess and Jigsaws on the above Tuesdays from 3pm to 4pm. Tel. 061-368411 for more details.
Saturday 31st July at 3pm
Edna O' Brien in conversation with Declan Kiberd
Scariff Public Library
Renowned author and playwright Edna O' Brien, will talk about her life and works with Declan Kibert, Professor of Anglo-Irish Literature and Drama at University College Dublin. Free event sponsored by the Scariff Harbour Festival. A limited no. of tickets are available from Scariff Public Library or from the Scariff Harbour Festival information stand in the market square on the day. Telephone Scariff Public Library on (061) 922893 for information.
Saturday 31st July at 1pm
Twist Your Tongue Storytelling Workshop
Scariff Public Library
A fun and active workshop that develops creativity and confidence for children aged 7-11 through games and discussion with international storyteller Clare Muireann Murphy. Free event sponsored by Scariff Harbour Festival. Booking required. Tel. Scariff Public Library (061) 922893
29th July - 20th August
Kilrush Art Group Exhibition
Kilrush Public Library
Kilrush Art Group exhibit their work every summer for 3 weeks at Kilrush Public Library. The art group was formed twenty years ago and are still going strong and always welcome new people to join them. Their work consists of acrylic, oil, watercolour and sketching and prices vary accordingly. The group meet at the Community Hall, next to the library, on Friday nights from 6.00 - 8.00. Further details available from Pauline Dunleavy at 086 8339347.
Friday 23rd July at 4pm
Children’s Book Club
Horrid Henry stories and games
Scariff Public Library
(Age 8-12)
Thursday 22nd July at 3.30 pm
Teddy Bear’s Picnic
Scariff Public Library
Bring your teddy bear to the Teddy
Bear’s Picnic and enjoy goodies, games and stories (All ages). Prize for the best dressed bear!
Wednesday 21st July at 3.30pm
Stories and Crafts (Age 4-6)
Scariff Public Library
Scariff Library Children’s Summer Activities 2010
July 16th, 23rd & 30th
Storytime for children
Hillery Public Library, Miltown Malbay
Storytime will take place in the Hillery public library in Miltown Malbay every Friday morning from 11am - 12noon starting Friday July 16th until Friday August 27th. Children between the ages of 4 and 8 years can come and enjoy an hour of storytelling, colouring, Jig-saw making and fun.
Friday 16th July at 3.30pm
Visit to Scariff Fire Station
Scariff Public Library
Meet at the library (All ages - Children must be accompanied by an adult)
Thurs 15th July to Thurs 5th August
Art exhibition of local artists
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
There will be an art exhibition of local artists organised by Maureen Glynn on display in the Sweeney Memorial Public Library in Kilkee form 15th July to 5th August.
Thursday 15th July at 7pm
Traditional Chinese Medicine talk
Scariff Public Library
Wolfgang Wiesmann will give an introductory talk on traditional Chinese medicine. Free event, no booking required.
Thursday 15th July at 3.30pm
Meet a Viking
Scariff Public Library
Meet a Viking and make a Viking craft. A "real" Viking will display his skills and weapons. (All ages). Free event.
Tuesday 13th July at 3.30pm
Drawing and collage making with artist Shona MacGillivray
Scariff Public Library
Underwater Tales: explore the imaginary mysteries of the the deep through drawing and collage. For ages 5 - 12. Free event, booking required. Tel. Scariff Public Library on (061) 922893
July 12th - August 13th
Gallery at Scariff Library
Famine Folio - an exhibition of etchings based on the famine by Northern Ireland artist, Ivan Armstrong.
July 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th, 2010
Kilkee Civic Trust Lectures
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
Kilkee Civic Trust Lectures will be held each Wednesday evening at 8pm for the months of July and August.
July 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th
Colouring/Painting/Word Games at Newmarket-on-Fergus Public Library
Activities in Newmarket-on-Fergus Public Library include colouring, painting and word games every Wednesday in July from 3.30pm to 4.30pm. Tel. 061-368411 for more details.
July 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th
Draughts, Chess and Jigsaws at Newmarket-on-Fergus Public Library
Activities in Newmarket-on-Fergus Public Library include Draughts, Chess and Jigsaws every Tuesday in July from 3pm to 4pm. Tel. 061-368411 for more details.
5th July - 16th July 2010
De Valera Public Library’s Children’s Summer Project 2010
De Valera Public Library, Ennis, runs a variety of events for children during their Summer holidays in July each year. A programme of educational and entertaining events is put together annually by library staff and includes activities such as art and crafts and storytime. Educational visits to local places of interest are also a regular feature. These have included guided tours of Ennis Fire Station and the Ennis Sculpture Trail and visits to the Clare Museum to name but some.
Click here for 2010 Schedule of Events
Saturday 3rd July
Brian Boru art competition and prize giving
Killaloe Public Library
On Sat. 3rd July from 11am - 1pm we will have the Brian Boru art competition and prize giving. Entertainment will be supplied on the day by Diane Daly and her National Concert Orchestra friends.
Friday 2nd July
Féile Eile at Killaloe Public Library
On Fri. 2nd July we will have Féile Eile between 2-4pm. Diane Daly and friends of the National Concert Orchestra will have a musical workshop. Fun for all promised.
Thursday, 1st July
Féile Brian Boru events for children
Killaloe Public Library
On Thursday 1st of July Boru fun and games will take place between 2-4pm. Games based on the life of Brian Boru will be enjoyed by all, supplied by Mary Donoghue. Meanwhile, a craft session will be run by Mary Goss entailing the making of viking weapons and armour. A "real" viking will be present on the day displaying his skills and weaponry.
July 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th, 2010
Storytime and colouring for children
Tulla Public Library
There will be storytime and colouring for children aged 4 to 8 from 10am to 11am on Thursdays during the Month of July.
Saturday 26th June at 12 noon
Puppet Show
Scariff Public Library
Grace Burton and Linda Grant of Pied Piper Puppetry will perform ‘The Donkey’, a Grimm’s fairytale, in Scariff Public Library on Saturday 26th June at 12 noon. Admission is free. No booking required. The show is suitable for under 10’s.
Sponsored by Raheen Wood Steiner National School.
Thursday 24th June at 4pm
Children's Drama Workshop
Kilfinaghty Public Library, Sixmilebridge
Kilfinaghty Public Library, Sixmilebridge, will hold a Children's Drama Workshop with Trudy Ann O'Donovan A.L.C.M and Ailbhe Donnelly-Flanagan A.L.C.M. next Thursday 24th June at 4pm. Suitable for ages 6-12. Entry is free but numbers are limited so please call 061-369678 for more information.
22nd June - 9th July
A childrens art display from Maureen Glynn's junior aritists
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
14th June - 9th July
Art Exhibition by Sinead Slattery
Scariff Public Library
Scariff Public Library will hold an exhibition by Sinead Slattery showcasing a selection of 25 landscape paintings using multimedia. Official opening is on Thursday 24th June at 7pm. Admission is free and all are welcome. The exhibition will run until July 9th.
3rd – 30th June
Exhibition of paintings & photography by Christina G. Watkins
Sean Lemass Public Library, Shannon.
Creative Energy is the theme of Christina G. Watkin’s new Exhibition in which she captures the energetic forces of nature around County Clare through the media of photography and painting. Tina, who is based in Maurice Mills, demonstrates her preferences for realistic landscapes, seascapes, and natural forms in this colourful exhibition.
Thursday 20th May at 11.30 am
Carlos Reyes – ‘The Bard of Cloonanaha’
De Valera Public Library, Ennis.
Carlos Reyes is a noted poet, writer and translator from Portland, Oregon. He is Publisher/Editor of Trask House Books and a former poetry reviewer for Willamette Week, a weekly newspaper in Portland. He travels often to Clare, and is also a frequent visitor to Spain and Ecuador.
A free Bealtaine Festival event.
Thursday 20th May at 3.00 pm
Carlos Reyes – ‘The Bard of Cloonanaha’
Scariff Public Library.
Carlos Reyes is a noted poet, writer and translator from Portland, Oregon. He is Publisher/Editor of Trask House Books and a former poetry reviewer for Willamette Week, a weekly newspaper in Portland. He travels often to Clare, and is also a frequent visitor to Spain and Ecuador. He will give a poetry reading and talk about his work on Thursday 20th May at 3pm to mark Bealtaine, the festival celebrating creativity in older people, which runs from 1st – 31st May . Please telephone Scariff Public Library on 061-922893 for information and booking.
A free Bealtaine Festival event.
Tuesday 18th May at 11.30 am
Tracing Your Family Tree; an information session for beginners.
Local Studies Centre, Harmony Row, Ennis.
A free Bealtaine Festival event.
17th May - 13 June 2010
An exhibition of work from residents and visitors to Raheen Hospital Day Care Centre and DVD presentation
Scariff Public Library
The work on show is a selection made by visitors to Raheen Hospital Day Care Centre and includes ceramics, felted wallhangings and ink drawings. Paul Browne and Cliodhna Donnelly worked with pupils of Mountshannon national school and visitors and residents of Raheen Hospital Day Care Centre to produce an intergeneration DVD project on the theme of "Time and Place". The exhibition marks the annual Bealtaine festival which celebrates creativity in older age.
17th – 31st May incl.
Students’ Art Exhibition
Sean Lemass Public Library, Shannon.
Artwork in mixed media by 4th year and transition year students of St. Patrick’s Comprehensive school, Shannon.
Thursday 13th May at 4.00 pm
Shannon’s Senior & Junior Citizens Sit & Knit together
Sean Lemass Public Library, Shannon.
This event marks the annual Bealtaine Festival which celebrates creativity in older age. As part of the Festival, Sean Lemass Public Library, Shannon, is offering a new intergenerational experience to children 7–12 years at which they will learn to knit & crotchet from members of the Shannon Senior Citizen’s Club.
Thursday 13th May at 2pm
Scrabble Club
Scariff Public Library
Scariff Public library is starting up an adult Scrabble club. The first meeting is on Thursday 13th May at 2pm.
Scrabble boards and tea/coffee will be provided.
All levels welcome. Bring your friends or come on your own and join in the fun!
Thursday 6th May at 4.00 pm.
Shannon’s Senior & Junior Citizens Sit & Knit together
Sean Lemass Public Library, Shannon.
This event marks the annual Bealtaine Festival which celebrates creativity in older age. As part of the Festival, Sean Lemass Public Library, Shannon, is offering a new intergenerational experience to children 7–12 years at which they will learn to knit & crotchet from members of the Shannon Senior Citizen’s Club.
Friday 30th April
"My Own Place" A Digital Camera Course
Killaloe Public Library
A Digital Camera Course will commence at Killaloe library on Friday the 30th of April and run for 8 weeks. The course titled "My Own Place" will run from 10am-11.30am.every Friday. A tour of local landmarks will be arranged by the library for each Friday. The course will be organised by Clare VEC's Adult Basic Education service.
Thursday 22nd April at 8.00 pm
‘Women’s Night In’
De Valera Public Library, Ennis
Join us at the library for a relaxing evening with friends!
This READISCOVER event features a reading by Roisin Meaney, chocolate tasting, make-up & beauty tips, and spot prizes.
The event is free, but spaces are limited so book now on 065-6846353
Thursday 15th - Friday 30th April
The Art of Sacred Geometry
Scariff Public Library
A group exhibition entitled 'The Art of Sacred Geometry' will take place in the Scariff Public Library Exhibition space from Thursday 15th to Friday 30th April. The term Sacred Geometry describes geometrical laws which create everything in existence and this exhibition, comprising mixed media pieces, seeks to bring to light the wonderful range and beautiful, harmonious patterns that lie within the fabric of the universe. Free admission.
Thursday 1st April at 4pm
Easter Arts and Crafts session for ages 4 to 8
Kilfinaghty Public Library, Sixmilebridge
A free Easter Arts and Crafts session will take place at Kilfinaghty Library, Sixmilebridge on Thursday 1st April at 4pm, suitable for ages 4 to 8.
Booking is required, please contact the library on 061-369678.
Thursday, 1st April at 3.30pm
Easter Crafts for ages 7-12
Scariff Public Library
Easter themed crafts for children aged 7-12. Free of charge, no booking required. Telephone 061 922893
March, April & May 2010
‘Around the World in 22 Books’ in Shannon Public Library.
The Travel Books Promotion incorporates twenty two especially selected titles written by established travel writers covering the four continents.
It is accompanied by a brochure with reviews.
Multiple copies of each title are provided ensuring availability.
Thursday 25 March at 2.15pm - 3pm
Teenage Week at De Valera Public Library
De Valera Library will present a talk from DJ Conor Quaid of Spin South West Radio. This media careers talk is aimed towards TY, pre-Leaving Cert and Leaving Cert students. All are welcome.
Wednesday, March 24th at 3.30pm
Easter Crafts and Storytime for ages 4-6
Scariff Public Library
Come and join us in Scariff Public Library for lots of fun on Wednesday 24th March at 3.30pm. Special Easter Storytime and Crafts for children aged 4-6. Free of charge, no booking required. Telephone 061 922893
Wednesday 24 March at 10am
Teenage Week at De Valera Public Library
De Valera Public Library will host a 3 hour creative writing workshop with author Róisín Meaney. In this interactive workshop, students will work on creating a story from the opening lines to character profiles, plots and story settings.
Monday 22 March and Tuesday 23 March at 10am
Teenage Week at De Valera Public Library
A Graphic Novel Design Workshop will take place in De Valera Public Library, Ennis. This is presented by Elida Maiques who has worked at the creative writing centre Fighting Words founded by Roddy Doyle in Dublin. The teenagers will work through two consecutive mornings creating a graphic novel from scratch.
Friday 12th March at 1.00pm.
Seachtain na Gaeilge: Tadhg Mac Dhonnagáin visits Sean Lemass Public Library, Shannon.
Author, actor, scriptwriter and singer, Tadhg Mac Dhonnagáin, entertains with music, song, rhyme and rhythm as Gaeilge to celebrate Seachtain na Gaeilge in Sean Lemass Public Library, Shannon. First, second and third year classes from Gaelscoil Donnacha Rua, Shannon will attend.
Tadhg was scriptwriter for Ros na Rún, and for the multimedia Irish Language course Turas Teanga, and compiler of childrens’ rhymes in Irish which he put to music in Gugalaí Gug.
Thursday 11th March at 11.45am
Scéalaíocht do dhaoine óga - Kilfinaghty Public Library, Sixmilebridge
Storyteller and Clare County Library staff member, Seamus Ryan, will entertain 1st class from Sixmilebridge National School with stories 'as Gaeilge' to celebrate Seachtain na Gaeilge which runs from the 5th to the 17th March.
Thursday 11th March at 10.00am
Scéalaíocht do dhaoine óga
Seachtain na Gaeilge will be marked with Storytime as Gaeilge by Library assistant Seamus Ryan in Newmarket-on-Fergus Library.
Children in first and second classes from Newmarket National School will attend.
Wednesday 10th March
Killaloe Public Library will have a storytime and treasure hunt for nineteen boys aged eight from Killaloe Boys National School at 10am to celebrate World Book Day
March 8th – April 9th, 2010
River Deep, Mountain High - Scariff Public Library
An exhibition of photographic prints by Sally Perkins
The content of the exhibition will include canvas and framed prints of Landscapes, Seascapes, Woodland & Wildlife and Traditional Irish Scenes. Covering the West Coast - Clare, Galway (Connemara) and Kerry (Dingle).
8th March – 28th March
Community Games winning Art entries display in Shannon Public Library.
Winners of the Shannon Area Community Games Art competition will be displayed in Sean Lemass Public Library, Shannon until 28th March.
5th – 17th March
Seachtain na Gaeilge: Irish Language Books in Sean Lemass Public Library, Shannon.
Display of books in the Irish language during Seachtain na Gaeilge in Shannon Public Library will interest novice and fluent Irish speakers.
The Shannon Public Library continuously provides a large stock of books in the Irish language.
Friday March 5th @ 10 am
Seachtain na Gaeilge: Máire Breathnach visits Miltown Malbay Public Library
Actor Máire Breathnach who plays Mó in Ros na Run on TG4 is visiting Miltown Malbay library to talk to a class from St. Joseph's Secondary School about her life and career. This talk will be 'as gaeilge'.
Thursday, March 4th, 2010
World Book Day, Miltown Malbay Public Library
To celebrate World Book Day on Thursday, March 4th, 2010, Miltown Malbay public library have invited 6th class pupils from St. Joseph's National School to come and paint characters from their favourite books with local artist Rosaleen Henchy. The paintings will then remain on display in the library for the month of March.
Thursday 4th March at 1.30pm
World Book Day art workshop with Alan Shoosmith, Kilfinaghty Public Library, Sixmilebridge
6th class from Sixmilebridge National School will visit the library for a special a special World Book Day art workshop with Alan Shoosmith. The girls and boys will draw characters from their favourite books and the artwork will be displayed in Sixmilebridge library for the month of March.
Wednesday 3rd March
World book day event - art session with Alan Shoosmith
Killaloe Public Library
World book day takes place on the 4th of March 2010. To celebrate this occasion, Killaloe Library will have an art session with Alan Shoosmith on Wednesday 3rd March at 10 am. 17 boys from Killaloe boys primary school will attend in fancy dress.The theme for the fancy dress is favourite characters from books. At 11.30 am we will have 20 boys from Killaloe boys primary school visiting the library for a storytime session, they will also be in fancy dress. Prizes will be given for best dressed.
Friday 26th February at 4.00 pm
Adult Learners’ Festival, De Valera Public Library, Ennis.
Screening of the film March of the Penguins.
Thursday 25th February 2.30 pm
Adult Learners’ Festival, Local Studies Centre, Ennis.
Introduction to the Local Studies Centre.
Thursday 25th February 10.00 am - 4.00 pm
Adult Learners’ Festival, Kilrush Public Library.
The mobile information unit of the Citizens Information Services will locate outside Kilrush Library.
Thursday 25th February 10.00 am – 12.00 pm
Adult Learners’ Festival, Shannon Public Library.
FAS eCollege tutor available for adults learning and updating computer skills.
Wednesday 24th February 2.30 pm
Adult Learners’ Festival, Local Studies Centre, Ennis.
Introduction to the Local Studies Centre.
Wednesday 24th February 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm
Adult Learners’ Festival, Shannon Public Library.
FAS eCollege tutor available for adults learning and updating computer skills.
Wednesday 24th February 10.00 am - 4.00 pm
Adult Learners’ Festival, Miltown Malbay Public Library.
The mobile information unit of the Citizens Information Services will locate outside Miltown Malbay Library.
Tuesday 23rd February at 7.30 pm.
Adult Learners’ Festival, Scariff Public Library.
A talk by Richard O’Gorman on organic gardening and the Organic College in Dromcollogher
Tuesday 23rd February at 4.00 pm
Adult Learners’ Festival, De Valera Public Library, Ennis.
Screening of the film An Inconvenient Truth.
Tuesday 23rd February 10.00 am to 4.00 pm
Adult Learners’ Festival, Newmarket-on-Fergus Public Library.
The mobile information unit of the Citizens Information Services will locate outside Newmarket-on-Fergus Library.
Monday 22nd February 10.00 am to 4.00 pm
Adult Learners’ Festival, Scariff Public Library.
The mobile information unit of the Citizens Information Services will locate outside Scariff Library.
22nd – 26th February
Adult Learners’ Festival, in all library branches.
Display of books dealing with environmental issues.
22nd – 26th February
Adult Learners’ Festival, De Valera Public Library, Ennis.
Showing of a film on Lifelong Learning by the Clare Lifelong Learning Network, at various times.
22nd – 26th February
Adult Learners’ Festival, Clare VEC Adult Education Department.
Distribution of library information flyers at VEC Festival events.
22nd – 26th February
Adult Learners’ Festival, Shannon Public Library.
Information display on education programmes and facilities available in the Shannon area. Programmes include Back to Education Initiative, Adult Guidance, Community Education, Basic Education Services, and more.

See Also:
Library Events 2009
Library Events 2008
Library Events 2007
Library Events 2006
Library Events 2005
Library Events 2004
Library Events 2003
Library Events 2002