Special Events
December 2016
- Wednesday 21st December 2016
Christmas Crafts for Adults
Scariff Public Library, 11am – 1pm
Artist Nathalie El Baba will be in Scariff library on Wednesday
21st December at 11am for a Christmas Craft session for adults.
Participants will produce their own Christmas table centrepieces
to bring away. Free event in association with LCETB, all materials
supplied. For information call Scariff Public Library on (061)
922893.
- Tuesday 20th December 2016
Teen Christmas Movie Night
Scariff Public Library at 7pm
Enjoy Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas. Hot chococlate
and festive treats too!
The film is rated PG and it is a free event.
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Tuesday, 20th December 2016
Christmas Stories and Crafts followed by a screening
of “Dr Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas!”
(the original animated version)
Killaloe Public Library at 3:30pm
3-7 year olds are welcome to join us for some Christmas stories
and crafts. Film Cert Universal/G
This is a free event but numbers are limited so please ring
Killaloe Library on (061) 376062 to book a place.
- Tuesday, 20th December 2016
Movie Screening – ‘Miracle on 34th Street’
Scariff Public Library at 2.30 pm
A Christmas drama where a toy shop worker and her daughter's Christmas
wishes come true when Santa Claus is the real deal!! (Cert. 12A).
This is a free event and all are welcome. Tea/coffee and mince
pies provided.
- Saturday 17th December 2016
Children’s storytime & mini craft session.
Kilrush Public Library at 11am
Suitable for 3 – 7 year olds.
Please ring Kilrush Library (065) 9051504 to book a place.
- Friday, 16th December 2016
Children's bookclub meeting followed by a Christmas-themed
craft session.
Dr. Patrick J. Hillery Library, Miltown Malbay at 4 pm.
Join us in making Christmas cards and decorations using paper,
card and colours to take home.
This is a free event but please leave your name at the library
desk or phone 065-7084822 to book a place, as space and materials
may
be limited. Children from 7 years and upwards are invited.
- Friday, 16th December 2016
Film Club – The Lady in the Van
Killaloe Public Library at 7.30pm
Free event. Cert 12
- Wednesday 14th December 2016
Christmas Craft Session with Natalie El-Baba – Making
a Christmas Table Centre Piece
Killaloe Public Library at 11am – 1pm
In association with LCTEB. An opportunity to show off your creative
skills by making that all-important table centre piece for Christmas.
Free event but numbers are limited so please ring Killaloe Library
on (061) 376062 to book a place. All welcome!!
- Monday 12th December 2016
Film Club – ‘Gangsta Granny’.
Kilrush Public Library @ 3.30pm
Free event. Cert G.
All are welcome.
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Saturday, 10th December 2016
Heartfulness, Meditation and relaxation open session.
Killaloe Public Library, 10.30am-11.30am.
This is a wonderful opportunity to relax and meditate for one
hour in the run up to the busy Christmas period.
Free and open to all.
- Tuesday 6th December - Friday 9th December 2016
Christmas Craft Fair
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon
The annual Christmas Craft Fair will be held in Shannon Library
during the dates above. There will be a variety of crafts for
sale and all items are made by local craftspeople. Admission is
free and the craft fair will run during library opening hours.
All are welcome to come along and have a look. More information
on
https://www.facebook.com/shannon.craft.fair/
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Saturday, 3rd December 2016
Heartfulness, Meditation and relaxation open session.
Killaloe Public Library, 10.30am-11.30am.
This is a wonderful opportunity to relax and meditate for one
hour in the run up to the busy Christmas period.
Free and open to all
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Friday, 2nd December 2016
E-Resources Information Sessions, a Library Ireland
Week event
Scariff Public Library
Library Ireland Week 2016 will take place from 28th November
to 4th December. The theme of this year’s Library Ireland
Week is 'Libraries: empowering through online access' and the
focus is on the incredible range of online resources available
in our libraries. Clare County Library will host information
sessions for members of the public during the week on how to
use and enjoy these e-resources that are available for free
from your local library, including e-books, e-audiobooks, digital
magazines, online newspapers, online language learning resources
and online e-learning courses. Scariff Library will host their
sessions on Friday, 2nd December from 2.30-5.30pm. Contact the
library at 061-922893 for more information.
- Thursday, 1st December 2016
E-Resources Information Sessions, a Library Ireland Week event
Dr. Patrick J. Hillery Public Library, Miltown Malbay
Library Ireland Week 2016 will take place from 28th November to
4th December. The theme of this year’s Library Ireland Week
is 'Libraries: empowering through online access' and the focus
is on the incredible range of online resources available in our
libraries. Clare County Library will host information sessions
for members of the public during the week on how to use and enjoy
these e-resources that are available for free from your local
library, including e-books, e-audiobooks, digital magazines, online
newspapers, online language learning resources and online e-learning
courses. Miltown Malbay Library will host their sessions on Thursday,
1st December from 10am-1pm. Contact the library at 065-7084822
for more information.
- Wednesday, 30th November 2016
E-Resources Information Sessions, a Library Ireland Week
event
Sean Lemass Public Library, Shannon
Library Ireland Week 2016 will take place from 28th November to
4th December. The theme of this year’s Library Ireland Week
is 'Libraries: empowering through online access' and the focus
is on the incredible range of online resources available in our
libraries. Clare County Library will host information sessions
for members of the public during the week on how to use and enjoy
these e-resources that are available for free from your local
library, including e-books, e-audiobooks, digital magazines, online
newspapers, online language learning resources and online e-learning
courses. Shannon Library will host their sessions on Wednesday,
30th November from 10.30am-1pm. Contact the library at 061-364266
for more information.
- Wednesday, 30th November 2016
E-Resources Information Sessions, a Library Ireland Week
event
De Valera Public Library, Ennis
Library Ireland Week 2016 will take place from 28th November to
4th December. The theme of this year’s Library Ireland Week
is 'Libraries: empowering through online access' and the focus
is on the incredible range of online resources available in our
libraries. Clare County Library will host information sessions
for members of the public during the week on how to use and enjoy
these e-resources that are available for free from your local
library, including e-books, e-audiobooks, digital magazines, online
newspapers, online language learning resources and online e-learning
courses. The De Valera Public Library in Ennis will host their
sessions on Wednesday, 30th November at 10am, 11am and 12pm. Contact
the library at 065-6846353 for more information.
- Tuesday, 29th November 2016
E-Resources Information Sessions, a Library Ireland Week
event
Ennistymon Public Library
Library Ireland Week 2016 will take place from 28th November to
4th December. The theme of this year’s Library Ireland Week
is 'Libraries: empowering through online access' and the focus
is on the incredible range of online resources available in our
libraries. Clare County Library will host information sessions
for members of the public during the week on how to use and enjoy
these e-resources that are available for free from your local
library, including e-books, e-audiobooks, digital magazines, online
newspapers, online language learning resources and online e-learning
courses. Ennistymon Library will host their sessions on Tuesday,
29th November from 10am-12pm. Contact the library at 065-7071245
for more information.
- Tuesday, 29th November 2016
E-Resources Information Sessions, a Library Ireland Week
event
Killaloe Public Library
Library Ireland Week 2016 will take place from 28th November to
4th December. The theme of this year’s Library Ireland Week
is 'Libraries: empowering through online access' and the focus
is on the incredible range of online resources available in our
libraries. Clare County Library will host information sessions
for members of the public during the week on how to use and enjoy
these e-resources that are available for free from your local
library, including e-books, e-audiobooks, digital magazines, online
newspapers, online language learning resources and online e-learning
courses. Killaloe Library will host their sessions on Tuesday,
29th November from 10.30am-12.30pm. Contact the library at 061-376062
for more information.
- Tuesday, 29th November 2016
E-Resources Information Sessions, a Library Ireland Week
event
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
Library Ireland Week 2016 will take place from 28th November to
4th December. The theme of this year’s Library Ireland Week
is 'Libraries: empowering through online access' and the focus
is on the incredible range of online resources available in our
libraries. Clare County Library will host information sessions
for members of the public during the week on how to use and enjoy
these e-resources that are available for free from your local
library, including e-books, e-audiobooks, digital magazines, online
newspapers, online language learning resources and online e-learning
courses. Kilkee Library will host their session on Tuesday, 29th
November at 2.30pm. Contact the library at 065-9056034 for more
information.
- Saturday, 26th November 2016.
Author reading: Brian Collins
Kilrush Public Library, 12 – 1.30pm
Brian Collins will read from his new book The Rath. All
are welcome to come along. Brian’s work has appeared in
the Broadkill Review, Licking River Review, Los Angeles Review
of Books, and The New Inquiry. He lives in West Clare, Ireland,
and Hanover, New Hampshire.
- Saturday, 26th of November 2016
Heartfulness, Meditation and relaxation open session.
Killaloe Public Library, 10.30am-11.30am.
This is a wonderful opportunity to relax and meditate for one
hour in the run up to the busy Christmas period.
Free and open to all.
- Friday, 25th November 2016
Film Club – 'Hail Caesar!'
Killaloe Public Library at 7.30pm
Free event. Over 15s
- Tuesday, 22nd November 2016
Movie Screening – ‘Suffragette’
Scariff Public Library at 2.30 pm
A drama staring Carey Mulligan and Meryl Streep, that tracks the
story of the foot soldiers of the early feminist movement. (Cert.
12A). This is a free event and all are welcome. Tea/coffee and
biscuits provided.
- Saturday 19th November 2016
How to Publish Independently with Amazon
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon
Featuring Amazon experts and bestselling authors this one day
conference will give you the complete inside track on publishing
independently with Amazon. Seán Lemass Public Library,
Shannon will be showing two of the scheduled events live from
Dublin, at 10.25am The Art of Editing & at 12pm It’s
all in the Cover. This gives you a chance to meet fellow
writers and independent publishers and learn more. You will also
be able to interact via social media and get your questions answered!
Free WiFi is available in Shannon Library.
For more information check out www.writing.ie
and www.howtopublishindependentlywithamazon.eventbrite.ie;
- Saturday, 19th November 2016
Heartfulness, Meditation and relaxation open session.
Killaloe Public Library, 10.30am-11.30am.
This is a wonderful opportunity to relax and meditate for one
hour in the run up to the busy Christmas period.
Free and open to all.
- Thursday 17th November 2016
Information Morning - Drug and Alcohol Awareness Week
Scariff Public Library at 11am
Patricia Flynn, Youth Information Co-Ordinator with the Clare
Youth Service, Ennis will host a parents information morning in
Scariff library on Thursday 17th November from 11am-12.30pm. This
event is in conjunction with Drug and Alcohol Awareness Week which
runs from 14th-20th November 2016.
- Tuesday, 15th November 2016
The Ugly Animal Roadshow, a Science Week Event
Scariff Public Library at 10am
The Ugly Animal Preservation Society is dedicated to raising the
profile of the world’s most aesthetically challenged endangered
species. Join biologist and presenter Simon Watt in celebrating
Science Week in a performance exploring the incredible biology
of the animal kingdom’s most monstrous.
- Tuesday 15th November 2016
Information Morning - Drug and Alcohol Awareness Week
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee at 11am
Patricia Flynn, Youth Information Co-Ordinator with the Clare
Youth Service, Ennis will host a parents information morning in
Kilkee library on Tuesday 15th November from 11am-12.30pm. This
event is in conjunction with Drug and Alcohol Awareness Week which
runs from 14th-20th November 2016.
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Tuesday, 15th November 2016
Computer Classes with the West Clare Family Resource
Centre
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
The West Clare Family Resource Centre is hosting Computer Classes
in Kilkee Library each Tuesday at 2.30pm up until the 15th of
November 2016. The classes teach people how to use their own
computer or tablet & how to use the internet. All enquiries
to the West Clare Family Resource Centre at 065-9052173.
- Saturday, 12th November 2016
Heartfulness, Meditation and relaxation open session.
Killaloe Public Library, 10.30am-11.30am.
This is a wonderful opportunity to relax and meditate for one
hour in the run up to the busy Christmas period.
Free and open to all.
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Tuesday, 8th November 2016
Computer Classes with the West Clare Family Resource
Centre
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
The West Clare Family Resource Centre is hosting Computer Classes
in Kilkee Library each Tuesday at 2.30pm up until the 15th of
November 2016. The classes teach people how to use their own
computer or tablet & how to use the internet. All enquiries
to the West Clare Family Resource Centre at 065-9052173.
- Thursday, 3 November 2016
Halloween Crafts with Siobhán
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon at 11am
Join Siobhán for a Halloween-themed craft session in the
library. Suitable for 5-8 year olds. Places limited. Booking required
at library desk or at 061 364266
- Tuesday 1 November - Wednesday 30 November 2016
Colin Thickbroom Art Exhibition
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon
Local artist, Colin Thickbroom, will display a selection of his
artworks in the library during the month of November. Colin will
be in the library from 2 - 4pm daily demonstrating his art skills.
All are welcome to come along and meet the artist at work. Colin
has worked as a craftsman, sign-writer, illustrator and sculptor
and lives locally in Shannon.
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Tuesday, 1st November 2016
Computer Classes with the West Clare Family Resource
Centre
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
The West Clare Family Resource Centre is hosting Computer Classes
in Kilkee Library each Tuesday at 2.30pm up until the 15th of
November 2016. The classes teach people how to use their own
computer or tablet & how to use the internet. All enquiries
to the West Clare Family Resource Centre at 065-9052173.
- Friday, 28th October – Saturday, 5th November
2016
Mid Term Break Activities (including Sparks Film Festival
Events and Competition)
Scariff Public Library
A special FX make up workshop, film making for teens, storytime
and craft sessions are some of the activities on offer this mid-term
break in Scariff Public Library.
Click here for the full 
programme of events (pdf
file).
- Friday, 28th October 2016
Film Club – The Hundred Year Old Man who Climbed
out of the Window and Disappeared
Killaloe Public Library at 7.30pm
Free event. Over 15s
- Wed 26 October 2016
Order of Malta CPR Demonstration
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon at 11am
Eavan Dempsey of the Order of Malta will give a demonstration
of CPR in the library to mark CPR Awareness Week 'Adam's Gift'
campaign. All are welcome to drop in and learn about this vital
life-saving technique. Enquiries to the library at 061 364266.
- Tuesday, 25th October 2016
Movie Screening – ‘The Lady in the Van’
Scariff Public Library at 2.30pm
The Lady in the Van tells the true story of Alan Bennett's friendship
with Miss Shepherd (Maggie Smith), an eccentric homeless woman
whom Bennett allows to ‘temporarily’ park her van
in the driveway of his London home and proceeds to live there
for 15 years. What begins as a begrudged favour becomes a relationship
that will change both their lives(Cert. 12). This is a free event
and all are welcome. Tea/coffee and biscuits provided.
- Tuesday, 25th October 2016
Computer Classes with the West Clare Family Resource Centre
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
The West Clare Family Resource Centre is hosting Computer Classes
in Kilkee Library each Tuesday at 2.30pm up until the 15th of
November 2016. The classes teach people how to use their own computer
or tablet & how to use the internet. All enquiries to the
West Clare Family Resource Centre at 065-9052173.
- Saturday, 22nd October 2016
Storytime for Halloween
Ennistymon Public Library at 11a.m
Children are invited to dress in their costumes if they would
like.
- Tuesday, 18th October 2016
Computer Classes with the West Clare Family Resource Centre
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
The West Clare Family Resource Centre is hosting Computer Classes
in Kilkee Library each Tuesday at 2.30pm up until the 15th of
November 2016. The classes teach people how to use their own computer
or tablet & how to use the internet. All enquiries to the
West Clare Family Resource Centre at 065-9052173.
- Friday, 14th October – Thursday, 17th
November 2016
Art Exhibition by Stella Maris Day Centre, Lisdoonvarna
Ennistymon Public Library
A selection of beautiful paintings by members of the Stella Maris
Day Centre in Lisdoonvarna is currently on display in Ennistymon
Library. The Exhibition runs from 14th October to 17th November
during library opening hours.
- Friday, 14th October 2016
An Evening of Song & Remembrance
Ennistymon Public Library 6.30-8pm
On Friday October 14th at 6.30pm Ennistymon
Public Library will host an informal, interactive singing evening
with the members of the Burren Children's Choir and the Miltown
Malbay Community Choir. The event will be led by Máiréad
Ní Chondúin. Caitríona Lucas, former Clare
County Library employee at Ennistymon Library and member of the
Coast Guard, will be remembered at this event.
- Wednesday, 12th October 2016
Computers Classes
De Valera Public Library, Ennis 10am-12pm
Volunteers from the Clare branch of Friends Ireland, www.friendsireland.ie,
will provide computer classes
in Ennis Library each Wednesday morning. Anyone interested in
upskilling, learning about mobile devices, social media or what
exactly an app is can sign up at the library for these classes.
A course of classes runs for 4 weeks & are free of charge
but places are limited. Names can be placed on a waiting list
for future classes. Contact the library on 065-6846353 for further
information
- Tuesday, 4th – Thursday 27th October 2016
Children’s Book Festival 2016
Various branches
The library is the place to be this October
if you would like to join in the magic of reading during the month-long
Children’s Book Festival. CBF 2016 includes author visits,
illustration workshops, science shows, storytelling, history and
heraldry and there’s lots more! We guarantee that bookworms
the length and breadth of County Clare will have every chance
to engage with books, stories and reading through fun events brought
to you by some of the best authors, illustrators and educational
show providers in the country. Needless to mention you will also
have lots of opportunities to explore a wide array of the best
children’s books available! Visit your local library for
more information or go to Children's
Book Festival 2016 for full details of all events.
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Saturday 1 Oct - Thursday 27
October 2016
Exhibition of 1916 Artwork by Kieran Cullen
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon
Kieran has completed a series of 1916 artworks including portraits
of the Proclamation signatories, the GPO and related people
and places. Kieran is based in Edenderry, Co Offaly and is a
well known Irish artist and sculptor. He has exhibited his works
in both Mayo and Offaly libraries. All are welcome to come and
visit the exhibition which runs throughout the month of October.
- Thursday 15th September
Celebrate Roald Dahl
100 Years
Lisdoonvarna Public Library
Make your own Fantastic Mr. Fox Mask 3.15 – 4.00
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Wednesday 14th September
Celebrate Roald Dahl 100 Years
Ennistymon Public Library
Make your own Fantastic Mr. Fox Mask 3.15 – 4.00
Fantastic Mr. Fox Film at 4.00
Matilda film at 6.30
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Tuesday, 6th September 2016
Launch of ‘A Clarewoman’s Journey’ by Anne
Loughnane.
DeValera Public Library, Ennis at 7.00 p.m.
The book, part authorial memoir, part fictional reconstruction,
evokes contrasting lives on both sides of the Atlantic, encompassing
enormous personal, cultural and historical change.
- Friday, 2nd September 2016
Cumann na mBan in County Clare - Women and the Irish Revolution
Killaloe Public Library at 7.00pm
Dr. Tomás Mac Conmara explores the role of women in County
Clare during the Irish revolutionary period of 1916-1923, examining
the experience of female republicans and shines a light on their
heroic contribution to the struggle for Irish freedom as well
as their later omission from the story of our past. All welcome.
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Thursday, 25th August 2016
'A Century in Clare 1916-2016' with Cuimhneamh an Chláir,
a National Heritage Week event
Scariff Public Library at 7pm
A Century in Clare 1916-2016 is an audiovisual celebration of
the rich heritage & culture of County Clare over the past
100 years, featuring a selection of clips & a slideshow
of photographs including clips on the GAA, local customs &
local music. This is a free event and all are welcome. Contact
the library at 061-922893 for further details.
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Tuesday, 23rd August 2016
'The Banner Rising' with Cuimhneamh an Chláir,
a National Heritage Week event
De Valera Public Library, Ennis at 7pm
The Banner Rising is an audiovisual celebration of people from
Clare involved in the 1916 Rising from the Cuimhneamh an Chláir
Archive. Presented by Jackie Elger, this event will feature
excerpts from interviews with local Clare people. This is a
free event and all are welcome. Contact the library at 065-6846353
for further details.
- Tuesday 23rd August 3-4pm
Be a Summer Star - Fairy Tales!
Killaloe Public Library
Dress up in your fairy costume (optional) and come along for some
fun stories, crafts and treats.
Suitable for 6-9 year olds. Spaces limited so book your place
at the library counter or ring 061 376062
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Tuesday 9th August 3-4pm
Be a Summer Star - Roald Dahl Celebration!
Killaloe Public Library
We’re celebrating 100 years since the birth of the world’s
number one storyteller: ROALD DAHL
Dress up as a character from a Roald Dahl story (optional) and
come along for some fun stories, crafts and treats.
Suitable for 6-9 year olds. Spaces limited so book your place
at the library counter or ring 061 376062
- Saturday 30 July, 2016
Children’s Creative Arts Workshop
Scariff Public Library, 12.30 – 2pm
Create summer hanging transparencies with artist Grace Burton.
Suitable for all ages. Free event. No booking required. (In conjunction
with Scariff Harbour Festival)
- Saturday 30 July, 2016
Talk: Jo Berry and Pat Magee – Building Bridges
for Peace.
Scariff Public Library, 2.30 – 4pm
Since the death of her father, Sir Anthony Berry MP, in the 1984
IRA Brighton bombing, Jo Berry has worked with victims and former
combatants from all sides. In 2000 she met Patrick Magee, the
former IRA activist responsible for her father’s death.
He has since been involved in peace work, including supporting
Jo in her work with Building Bridges for Peace, the charity she
founded. This is a free event and all are welcome. (In conjunction
with Scariff Harbour Festival)
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Monday 25th July 2016
Balloon Twisting Workshops
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
Deesigner balloon twisting workshops will be held each
Monday in July, at 2pm and 3.30pm. Booking is required.
Contact 0659060769 for further details.
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Monday 18th July 2016
Balloon Twisting Workshops
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
Deesigner balloon twisting workshops will be held each
Monday in July, at 2pm and 3.30pm. Booking is required.
Contact 0659060769 for further details.
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Thursday 14th July - Friday
19th August 2016
The Kilrush Art Group Exhibition
Kilrush Public Library
The Kilrush Art Group will be exhibiting a large collection
of paintings in various media including acrylic, oil and watercolours
at the Library over a four week period. This annual exhibition
proves very popular every year with both locals and tourists.
The Art Group was formed over twenty years ago and today they
are still going strong and would like to welcome new people
to join them. The group meet at the Community Hall, next to
the Kilrush Library, on Friday nights from 6.00pm – 8.00
pm. Further details are available from Pauline Dunleavy at 086
8339347 or from the Anchor Craft shop, Henry Street, Kilrush.
- Monday 11th July 2016
Balloon Twisting Workshops
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
Deesigner balloon twisting workshops will be held each
Monday in July, at 2pm and 3.30pm. Booking is required.
Contact 0659060769 for further details.
- Friday 8th - Friday 29th July 2016 (Fridays
only)
Animal Feltcraft Workshops with
Mia
Scariff Public Library
Children aged between 8 and 12 years old are invited to join us
in Scariff Public Library for a series of four craft workshops
this July. These Animal Feltcraft Workshops with Mia will involve
sewing with pure wool felt and coloured threads to make a unique
animal. There is no charge for this activity but places are limited
and booking is required by phoning 061-922893 or at the library
desk. The first session will take place on Friday 8th July at
3.30pm with subsequent sessions running on each of the three following
Fridays at 3.30pm. Participants must be available to attend all
four workshops. (Mia Foley is a qualified Art & Design teacher
and is the Handwork teacher at Raheen Wood Steiner School.)
- 6th July - 24th August 2016
Scariff Public Library Children’s Summer Activities
2016
Scariff Public Library
Themed storytimes, arts and crafts are some of the children's
activities on offer this Summer in Scariff Public Library.
Click here for full programme of events.
- Wednesday 6th July - Tuesday 2nd August 2016
The Easter Rising and the International Press –
A Clare County Library Exhibition
Ennistymon Public Library
Clare County Library has produced a special touring exhibition
as part of the 1916-2016 commemorations. The exhibition features
headlines and excerpts from newspaper publications around the
world and gives a flavour of how the Easter Rising was portrayed
in other countries during 1916. Amongst the newspapers featured
are issues from America, Germany, Austria, France and Spain. It
can be viewed in Ennistymon Public Library during opening hours
from Wednesday 6th July - Tuesday 2nd August 2016.
- Monday 4th July 2016
Balloon Twisting Workshops
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
Deesigner balloon twisting workshops will be held each
Monday in July, at 2pm and 3.30pm. Booking is required.
Contact 0659060769 for further details.
- 31st May – 23rd June 2016
Art Exhibition – ‘The Mushroom Book’,
on loan from Limerick City Gallery
Scariff Library Exhibition Space
This exhibition, on loan from Limerick City Gallery, is part of
the Mountshannon Arts Festival and comprises a set of prints from
The Mushroom Book, by John Cage, Louis Long and Alexander Smith.
Free entry.
- Monday, 30th May 2016
Songwriting workshop with Buddy Mondlock
Scariff Public Library at 3.30pm
Buddy’s songs have been recorded by Guy Clark, Nanci Griffith,
Garth Brooks, Maura O’Connell, Joan Baez, Peter, Paul &
Mary, Janis Ian, David Wilcox… the list goes on. In this
workshop you will hear about the many elements involved with bringing
a song to life and how to communicate feelings and ideas through
music and words. This is a free event and all are welcome.
- Friday, 27th May 2016
Movie Screening - 'A Walk in the Woods', a Bealtaine Festival
Event
Ennistymon Public Library at 11.30am
The library will take part in the Bealtaine Film Tour, which is
presented by access>CINEMA in partnership with the Irish Film
Institute, with a special screening of the 2015 movie 'A Walk
in the Woods'. After two decades of living in the UK, renowned
travel writer Bill Bryson (Robert Redford) returns to America
with his English wife Cathy (Emma Thompson). In an attempt to
find a way to reconnect with his homeland, he impulsively decides
to hike the Appalachian Trail, a trek of over 2,000 miles stretching
from Maine to Georgia. With Cathy protesting against the idea
of Bill doing the trip solo, an out-of-the-blue call from old
friend Katz (Nick Nolte), offering to accompany him, seems like
the perfect solution. But as their journey unfolds, this odd couple
realise that they may have underestimated the scale of the adventure
they have undertaken. Based on Bill Bryson’s best-selling
1998 memoir, 'A Walk in the Woods' is a gentle comedy that combines
breath-taking scenery with the charming chemistry of its two veteran
stars, who are clearly enjoying themselves. “…a gentle
examination of friendship and man’s relationship with himself,
others and nature; although these ideas are part of the scenery,
with knock-about humour the main event.” - Eye for Film;
Director: Ken Kwapis; Certificate: 15A
- Wednesday, 25th May 2016
Movie Screening - 'A Walk in the Woods', a Bealtaine Festival
Event
Kilrush Public Library at 6.15pm
The library will take part in the Bealtaine Film Tour, which is
presented by access>CINEMA in partnership with the Irish Film
Institute, with a special screening of the 2015 movie 'A Walk
in the Woods'. After two decades of living in the UK, renowned
travel writer Bill Bryson (Robert Redford) returns to America
with his English wife Cathy (Emma Thompson). In an attempt to
find a way to reconnect with his homeland, he impulsively decides
to hike the Appalachian Trail, a trek of over 2,000 miles stretching
from Maine to Georgia. With Cathy protesting against the idea
of Bill doing the trip solo, an out-of-the-blue call from old
friend Katz (Nick Nolte), offering to accompany him, seems like
the perfect solution. But as their journey unfolds, this odd couple
realise that they may have underestimated the scale of the adventure
they have undertaken. Based on Bill Bryson’s best-selling
1998 memoir, 'A Walk in the Woods' is a gentle comedy that combines
breath-taking scenery with the charming chemistry of its two veteran
stars, who are clearly enjoying themselves. “…a gentle
examination of friendship and man’s relationship with himself,
others and nature; although these ideas are part of the scenery,
with knock-about humour the main event.” - Eye for Film;
Director: Ken Kwapis; Certificate: 15A
- Wednesday, 25th May 2016
1916 Table Discussion Series – ‘Mementos and
Memorabilia of the 1916 Period
Scariff Public Library at 7.30pm
Dr. Tomás MacNamara will bring along a number of items
from the period and talk about each. Audience members are asked
to bring along letters, photographs, medals or any artifacts associated
with 1916 and share them on the night. This is a free event and
all are welcome.
- Tuesday, 24th May 2016
Movie Screening - 'Mr Smith goes to Washington', a Bealtaine
Festival Event
Scariff Public Library at 2.30pm
The library will take part in the Bealtaine Film Tour, which is
presented by access>CINEMA in partnership with the Irish Film
Institute, with a special screening of the 1939 movie 'Mr Smith
goes to Washington'. Frank Capra’s classic comedy casts
a young James Stewart (in a star-making turn), as the idealistic
and naive Jefferson Smith, a country politician newly appointed
to the US Senate. When he comes face-to-face with the reality
of widespread corruption and cynicism in Washington politics,
he becomes determined to hang on to his principles. “Not
merely a brilliant jest, but a stirring and even inspiring testament
to liberty and freedom… and to the innate dignity of just
the average man.” - The New York Times, 1939; Director:
Frank Capra; Certificate: G
- Monday, 23rd May 2016
Movie Screening - 'Men at Lunch', a Bealtaine Festival
Event
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee at 6pm
The library will take part in the Bealtaine Film Tour, which is
presented by access>CINEMA in partnership with the Irish Film
Institute, with a special screening of the 2013 Irish movie 'Men
at Lunch'. Eleven ironworkers eat their lunch whilst casually
sitting on an iron beam – their feet dangling in the air
high above New York, with Central Park and a foggy Manhattan in
the depths below them. Everybody knows the photograph "Lunch
atop a Skyscraper," taken during construction at the Rockefeller
Center in 1932. But its backgrounds had remained a mystery: despite
extensive research, neither the 11 men nor the photographer had
been definitively identified. When director Seán Ó
Cualáin stumbled upon a copy of the picture in a pub in
a small Irish hamlet, with a note that two of the men came from
that village, he decided to delve into the history of the photo.
Director: Seán Ó Cualáin; Certificate: G
- Thursday, 19th May 2016
Storytime with Granny and Grandad
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon at 11.30am
To celebrate the Bealtaine Festival, Grannys and Grandads are
invited to bring their grandchildren along to the library to hear
some stories read aloud. All stories feature grandparents and
the special relationship they have with their grandchildren. This
is a free event and all are welcome. Suitable for children aged
3-6 years and grandparents of all ages! Contact the library at
061 364266 for more details.
- Thursday, 19th May 2016
2016 Polska Éire Festival Launch
De Valera Public Library, Ennis at 6.30pm
The grand opening of the 2016 Polska Éire Festival will
take place in the De Valera Public Library in Ennis on Thursday
19th of May at 6.30pm. It is the second time that the Polish Irish
Association (PIA) is organising this event in Ennis. The launch
will begin with the traditional Polish custom of welcoming guests
with bread and salt. There will also be some traditional Irish
treats on offer with a mix of Polish and Irish traditional music
to entertain guests as they arrive. At 7pm Councillor James Breen,
Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council will officially launch the
Polska Éire Festival, along with members of the PIA. Following
the speakers, the library will transform into a cinema for a showing
of the 1980 Polish cult movie Mis (Teady Bear) directed by Stanislaw
Bareja. The Polish Irish Association and Clare County Library
invite you to celebrate Irish-Polish friendship - the craic will
be dobry! For more information on nationwide events during the
Polska Éire Festival visit www.polskaeirefestival.org
- Thursday, 19th May 2016
Movie Screening - 'A Walk in the Woods', a Bealtaine Festival
Event
Scariff Public Library at 7.30pm
The library will take part in the Bealtaine Film Tour, which is
presented by access>CINEMA in partnership with the Irish Film
Institute, with a special screening of the 2015 movie 'A Walk
in the Woods'. After two decades of living in the UK, renowned
travel writer Bill Bryson (Robert Redford) returns to America
with his English wife Cathy (Emma Thompson). In an attempt to
find a way to reconnect with his homeland, he impulsively decides
to hike the Appalachian Trail, a trek of over 2,000 miles stretching
from Maine to Georgia. With Cathy protesting against the idea
of Bill doing the trip solo, an out-of-the-blue call from old
friend Katz (Nick Nolte), offering to accompany him, seems like
the perfect solution. But as their journey unfolds, this odd couple
realise that they may have underestimated the scale of the adventure
they have undertaken. Based on Bill Bryson’s best-selling
1998 memoir, 'A Walk in the Woods' is a gentle comedy that combines
breath-taking scenery with the charming chemistry of its two veteran
stars, who are clearly enjoying themselves. “…a gentle
examination of friendship and man’s relationship with himself,
others and nature; although these ideas are part of the scenery,
with knock-about humour the main event.” - Eye for Film;
Director: Ken Kwapis; Certificate: 15
- Tuesday, 17th May 2016
Movie Screening - 'Men at Lunch', a Bealtaine Festival
Event
De Valera Public Library, Ennis at 12pm
The library will take part in the Bealtaine Film Tour, which is
presented by access>CINEMA in partnership with the Irish Film
Institute, with a special screening of the 2013 Irish movie 'Men
at Lunch'. Eleven ironworkers eat their lunch whilst casually
sitting on an iron beam – their feet dangling in the air
high above New York, with Central Park and a foggy Manhattan in
the depths below them. Everybody knows the photograph "Lunch
atop a Skyscraper," taken during construction at the Rockefeller
Center in 1932. But its backgrounds had remained a mystery: despite
extensive research, neither the 11 men nor the photographer had
been definitively identified. When director Seán Ó
Cualáin stumbled upon a copy of the picture in a pub in
a small Irish hamlet, with a note that two of the men came from
that village, he decided to delve into the history of the photo.
Director: Seán Ó Cualáin; Certificate: G
- Friday, 13th May 2016
Movie Screening - 'A Walk in the Woods', a Bealtaine Festival
Event
Killaloe Public Library at 7.30pm
The library will take part in the Bealtaine Film Tour, which is
presented by access>CINEMA in partnership with the Irish Film
Institute, with a special screening of the 2015 movie 'A Walk
in the Woods'. After two decades of living in the UK, renowned
travel writer Bill Bryson (Robert Redford) returns to America
with his English wife Cathy (Emma Thompson). In an attempt to
find a way to reconnect with his homeland, he impulsively decides
to hike the Appalachian Trail, a trek of over 2,000 miles stretching
from Maine to Georgia. With Cathy protesting against the idea
of Bill doing the trip solo, an out-of-the-blue call from old
friend Katz (Nick Nolte), offering to accompany him, seems like
the perfect solution. But as their journey unfolds, this odd couple
realise that they may have underestimated the scale of the adventure
they have undertaken. Based on Bill Bryson’s best-selling
1998 memoir, 'A Walk in the Woods' is a gentle comedy that combines
breath-taking scenery with the charming chemistry of its two veteran
stars, who are clearly enjoying themselves. “…a gentle
examination of friendship and man’s relationship with himself,
others and nature; although these ideas are part of the scenery,
with knock-about humour the main event.” - Eye for Film;
Director: Ken Kwapis; Certificate: 15
- Thursday, 12th May 2016
Movie Screening - 'A Walk in the Woods', a Bealtaine Festival
Event
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon at 11.30am
The library will take part in the Bealtaine Film Tour, which is
presented by access>CINEMA in partnership with the Irish Film
Institute, with a special screening of the 2015 movie 'A Walk
in the Woods'. After two decades of living in the UK, renowned
travel writer Bill Bryson (Robert Redford) returns to America
with his English wife Cathy (Emma Thompson). In an attempt to
find a way to reconnect with his homeland, he impulsively decides
to hike the Appalachian Trail, a trek of over 2,000 miles stretching
from Maine to Georgia. With Cathy protesting against the idea
of Bill doing the trip solo, an out-of-the-blue call from old
friend Katz (Nick Nolte), offering to accompany him, seems like
the perfect solution. But as their journey unfolds, this odd couple
realise that they may have underestimated the scale of the adventure
they have undertaken. Based on Bill Bryson’s best-selling
1998 memoir, 'A Walk in the Woods' is a gentle comedy that combines
breath-taking scenery with the charming chemistry of its two veteran
stars, who are clearly enjoying themselves. “…a gentle
examination of friendship and man’s relationship with himself,
others and nature; although these ideas are part of the scenery,
with knock-about humour the main event.” - Eye for Film;
Director: Ken Kwapis; Certificate: 15A
- Thursday, 12th May 2016
Movie Screening - 'Men at Lunch', a Bealtaine Festival
Event
Scariff Public Library, at 7.30pm
The library will take part in the Bealtaine Film Tour, which is
presented by access>CINEMA in partnership with the Irish Film
Institute, with a special screening of the 2013 Irish movie 'Men
at Lunch'. Eleven ironworkers eat their lunch whilst casually
sitting on an iron beam – their feet dangling in the air
high above New York, with Central Park and a foggy Manhattan in
the depths below them. Everybody knows the photograph "Lunch
atop a Skyscraper," taken during construction at the Rockefeller
Center in 1932. But its backgrounds had remained a mystery: despite
extensive research, neither the 11 men nor the photographer had
been definitively identified. When director Seán Ó
Cualáin stumbled upon a copy of the picture in a pub in
a small Irish hamlet, with a note that two of the men came from
that village, he decided to delve into the history of the photo.
Director: Seán Ó Cualáin; Certificate: G
- Wednesday 11th May 2016
Sixmilebridge Men's Shed display of handmade crafts: A
Bealtaine Festival event.
Kilfinaghty Public Library, Sixmilebridge
To celebrate Bealtaine, Sixmilebridge library is hosting a display
of crafts made by the local “men's shed” association.
- Wednesday, 11th May 2016
Legendary Landscapes of Clare, a talk by Jackie Queally
to celebrate the Bealtaine Festival
Ennistymon Public Library at 6.45pm
Author and landscape researcher Jackie Queally will give a talk
entitled 'Legendary Landscapes of Clare' in Ennistymon Public
Library on Wednesday 11th May at 6.45pm. Jackie has woven together
the rich store of legends in the various landscapes of County
Clare into a meandering tale of interconnecting themes, highlighting
the monuments and landscape features that have shaped deep mythical
associations. There will be opportunity at the end of the presentation
to give feedback on your local experiences growing up or living
in Clare.
-
Wednesday, 11th May 2016
Legendary Landscapes of Clare, a talk by Jackie Queally
to celebrate the Bealtaine Festival
De Valera Public Library, Ennis at 12pm
Author and landscape researcher Jackie Queally will give a talk
entitled 'Legendary Landscapes of Clare' in the De Valera Public
Library, Ennis on Wednesday 11th May at 12pm. Jackie has woven
together the rich store of legends in the various landscapes
of County Clare into a meandering tale of interconnecting themes,
highlighting the monuments and landscape features that have
shaped deep mythical associations. There will be opportunity
at the end of the presentation to give feedback on your local
experiences growing up or living in Clare.
- Tuesday, 10 May 2016
'The Banner Rising' with Cuimhneamh an Chláir
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon at 6.30pm
The Banner Rising is an audiovisual celebration of people from
Clare involved in the 1916 Rising from the Cuimhneamh an Chláir
Archive. Presented by Jackie Elger, this event will feature excerpts
from interviews with local Clare people. This is a free event
and all are welcome. Contact the library at 061 364266 for further
details.
- Thursday 5th May 2016
‘How to make a Fascinator’ Millinery Demonstration,
a Bealtaine Festival Event
Tulla Public Library at 12pm
To celebrate the Bealtaine Festival Marie Clohessy will visit
the library in Tulla to give a demonstration on how to make a
fascinator on Thursday, 5th May at 12pm. This is a free event
and all are welcome. Phone 065-6835919 for further details.
- Wednesday 4th - Tuesday 31st May 2016
The Easter Rising and the International Press –
A Clare County Library Exhibition
Dr. Patrick J. Hillery Public Library, Miltown Malbay
Clare County Library has produced a special touring exhibition
as part of the 1916-2016 commemorations. The exhibition features
headlines and excerpts from newspaper publications around the
world and gives a flavour of how the Easter Rising was portrayed
in other countries during 1916. Amongst the newspapers featured
are issues from America, Germany, Austria, France and Spain. It
can be viewed in the Dr. Patrick J. Hillery Public Library, Miltown
Malbay during opening hours from Wednesday 4th - Tuesday 31st
May 2016.
- Tuesday 3rd May- Friday 27th May 2016
Shannon Camera Club Exhibition
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon
Shannon Camera Club will display a selection of their photographs
in the library. The Club have been 'capturing the light' since
1977. They meet at 19:30 Mondays in the Oakwood Arms Hotel in
Shannon. Any one wishing to join is welcome to attend meetings.
The club can be contacted on manorphoto@eircom.net.
The exhibition will run during library opening hours. All are
welcome to come along.
-
Tuesday 3rd – Friday 20th
May 2016
Bealtaine Craft Display
Dr. Patrick J. Hillery Library, Miltown Malbay
The theme of this year’s Bealtaine Festival is ‘Iconic
Citizens’. To celebrate the 2016 Festival the Dr. Patrick
J. Hillery Library is holding a craft display of locally produced
items. These items include knitting, crochet, paintings, baskets
and mosaics. For further information contact the library at
065-7084822.
- Tuesday 3rd May 2016
‘How to make a Fascinator’ Millinery Demonstration,
a Bealtaine Festival Event
Dr. Patrick J. Hillery Library, Miltown Malbay, at 6pm
In conjunction with the start of our Bealtaine Craft Display in
the library in Miltown Malbay, Marie Clohessy will give a demonstration
on how to make a fascinator on Tuesday evening at 6pm. This is
a free event and all are welcome. Phone 065-7084822 for further
details.
- Friday, 29th April 2016
Computers for Beginners
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon 10.30am-12.30pm
Volunteers from Friends Ireland, www.friendsireland.ie,
will provide introductory computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone classes
in Shannon Library each Friday morning. The classes are free but
places are limited. Names can be placed on a waiting list for
future classes. A course of classes runs for 4 weeks, contact
the library on 061-364266 for further information.
- Thursday, 28th April 2016
Poetry Day Ireland
De Valera Public Library, Ennis
Poetry Day Ireland will be celebrated on Thursday 28 April 2016.
With this year's theme of Revolution, Poetry Ireland is inviting
everyone to rebel, revolutionise and organise to make poetry inescapable
and irrepressible for a day. Clare County Library will mark the
day by hosting an evening of poetry in the De Valera Public Library
in Ennis at 4.30pm. Eleanor Feeley will read from Clare-born writer
Mairéad Ashe Fitzgerald's selection of 1916 poetry "A
Terrible Beauty" with musical accompaniment provided by Etain
McCooey. This is a free event and all are welcome. Pocket Poems
provided by Poetry Ireland will also be available in selected
branches of Clare County Library throughout the day.
- Tuesday 26th April 2016
Fun Science 6 week Family Course
Scariff Public Library, 5-6.30pm
Scariff Public Library in conjunction with CABES Family Learning
Project is offering families the chance to undertake a six week
science course starting on Tuesday 26th April from 5-6.30pm. Scientist
Dipankar Biswas promises lots of interesting and fun experiments
to inspire young scientists. Children must be accompanied by an
adult. This is a free event but places are limited and booking
is required. Tel. Scariff Public Library on 061 922893.
- Monday, 25th April 2016
Charlotte Brontë Bicentenary Event
Sweeney Memorial Public Library, Kilkee
Born on 21st April 1816 Charlotte Brontë was an English novelist
and poet, the eldest of the three Brontë sisters who survived
into adulthood and whose novels have become classics of English
literature. She first published her works, including her best
known novel 'Jane Eyre', under the pen name Currer Bell. Charlotte
married the Reverend Arthur Bell in June 1854 and they spent a
large part of their honeymoon in Kilkee, Co. Clare in July 1854.
To celebrate the bicentenary of Charlotte Brontë’s
birth, Cultúrlann Sweeney in Kilkee will be transformed
into a cinema on Monday 25th April at 6pm for a screening of the
film version of ‘Jane Eyre’. This is a free event
and all are welcome to attend.
- Friday, 22nd April 2016
Computers for Beginners
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon 10.30am-12.30pm
Volunteers from Friends Ireland, www.friendsireland.ie,
will provide introductory computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone classes
in Shannon Library each Friday morning. The classes are free but
places are limited. Names can be placed on a waiting list for
future classes. A course of classes runs for 4 weeks, contact
the library on 061-364266 for further information.
- Thursday, 21st April 2016
SuperHands Baby Sign Language Demonstration
De Valera Public Library, Ennis at 10.30am
Baby sign language is a way for parents to communicate with their
babies before they can talk. Using simple gestures you can reduce
frustration, increase parent/child bond, accelerate speech, enhance
self-expression & confidence, stimulate intellectual development,
improve memory and most importantly it's fun! Learn to sign with
your baby in 6 weeks - courses run regularly. Demonstration takes
place in the De Valera Public Library on Thursday, 21st April
at 10.30am. Call SuperHands on 083-3306407 or visit their website
at www.superhands.ie.
- Friday, 15th April 2016
Computers for Beginners
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon 10.30am-12.30pm
Volunteers from Friends Ireland, www.friendsireland.ie,
will provide introductory computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone classes
in Shannon Library each Friday morning. The classes are free but
places are limited. Names can be placed on a waiting list for
future classes. A course of classes runs for 4 weeks, contact
the library on 061-364266 for further information.
-
Tuesday, 12th April 2016
1916 Table Discussion Series – ‘Looking
Back at the Songs of the Time’
Scariff Public Library at 7.30pm
Song and poetry help us to tell our stories, to grieve, to celebrate,
to commemorate and sometimes to put our own slant on history.
Songs give a unique flavour of the times. In the third session
of a series of discussions on aspects of 1916, contributors
will look at some popular songs of the early 1900’s, from
the Dublin streets to the parlours of the big houses, the songs
and poems of the 1916 leaders and the rebel song tradition stretching
back to 1798. How 1916 was celebrated 50 years on in 1966 will
also be examined. This is a free event and all are welcome.
Fáilte roimh chách.
- Tuesday 7th - Thursday 28th April 2016
The Easter Rising and the International Press –
A Clare County Library Exhibition
Killaloe Public Library
Clare County Library has produced a special touring exhibition
as part of the 1916-2016 commemorations. The exhibition features
headlines and excerpts from newspaper publications around the
world and gives a flavour of how the Easter Rising was portrayed
in other countries during 1916. Amongst the newspapers featured
are issues from America, Germany, Austria, France and Spain. It
can be viewed in Killaloe Public Library during opening hours
from Tuesday 7th - Thursday 28th April 2016.
- 5th - 30th April 2016
Art Exhibition - ‘Seraphim and Naiads’ by
Isabelle Gaborit
Scariff Public Library
An exhibition of new works by Isabelle Gaborit. Free admission.
- Wednesday, 30th March 2016
Clare Youth Service Parent Information Event
Ennistymon Public Library at 6.30 - 8pm
The Youth Information Co-Ordinator for County Clare will be in
Ennistymon Public Library on Wednesday 30th March from 6.30 -
8pm with information displays, booklets and leaflets on topics
such as mental health, bullying, careers, education, sexual health
and more. This is a free event.
- Thursday, 24th March 2016
Easter Crafts with Siobhán
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon at 11am
Children are welcome to come to the library and join in Siobhán's
Easter Craft session. This session suitable for 5-8 year olds.
Places are limited so book at the library desk or by phone at
061 364266.
- Tuesday, 22nd March 2016
Clare Youth Service Parent Information Event
Scariff Public Library at 4- 7pm
The Youth Information Co-Ordinator for County Clare will be in
Scariff Public Library on Tuesday 22nd March from 4-7pm with information
displays, booklets and leaflets on topics such as mental health,
bullying, careers, education, sexual health and more. Free event.
- Tuesday 22nd March, 2016
Easter Craftmaking for Children
Kilrush Public Library
Decoupage Egg Decorating @ 11am for 5 – 7 year olds.
Easter Bonnet decorating @ 3pm for 8 – 11 year olds.
Places are limited, booking is necessary. Enquire at library desk
or phone 065 9051504.
- Tuesday, 15th March 2016
Family History Research Day
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon from 2-6pm
Eneclann and Findmypast, Genealogy and Family history services,
are touring Ireland to help people find their ancestors. What
were your family doing in 1916? Join them in the library to help
mark the centenary of the Easter Rising and avail of the opportunity
of free access to billions of family history records on findmypast.ie
and one-to-one genealogy sessions with Eneclann's experts. A great
opportunity to do some Family History Research. All are welcome
to come along.
- Tuesday, 15th March 2016
1916 Table Discussion Series - ‘My Grandfather Fought
in the Rising’
Scariff Public Library at 7.30pm
In the second of a series of discussions on aspects of 1916, Pearse
O Shiel will tell the story of Harry Shiels, his grandfather who
fought in the North King St. area in the Rising, and of a dramatic
encounter with Bulmer Hobson. This story provides a glimpse into
one of the simple human dramas that often go unremarked in the
shadow of the dramatic events of Easter 1916; it provides some
insight into the motivational complexities of the young men who
took part in the events of Easter 1916 and, in the case of Harry
Shiels, it reveals to those who knew him as an old man much that
he was reticent about in his own time. The session will take place
on Tuesday 15th March at 7.30pm.This is a free event and all are
welcome
- Tuesday, 15th March 2016
‘Irish Soldiers & Rebels: tracing your WW1 and
Irish revolutionary ancestors’ - Public lecture by Brian
Donovan, Eneclann
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon at 5.00pm
Brian is a founding memeber of Eneclann, Ireland's premier family
history research service based in Trinity College. Brian studied
History at Trinity College and has subsequently lectured throughout
Ireland and the US on history, genealogy and electronic publishing.
Brian specialises in Eneclann's digitisation work and has played
a key role in establishing both www.irishorigins.com and www.findmypast.ie,
both online resources of Irish genealogical records. Brian’s
paternal side of the family were Gaelic-Irish gentry. His family
is diverse on his mother’s side, including German Catholics,
Scots and Ulster Presbyterians. Brian is particularly interested
in sixteenth century Irish history and prehistory. He is also
fascinated by the genetic origins of the Irish people. All are
welcome. Contact the library on 061 364266 for further information.
- Tuesday, 15th March 2016
Movie Screening – ‘Calamity Jane’
Scariff Public Library at 2.30pm
Doris Day and Howard Keel fuss, feud and fall in love as Calamity
Jane and Wild Bill Hickok in this hugely entertaining musical.
With wide-open Technicolour Western spaces, lots of high-stepping
dances and an academy award winning score. (Cert. G) This is a
free event and all are welcome. Tea/coffee and biscuits provided.
- Friday, 11th March 2016
Seachtain na Gaeilge event with Aidan Courtney
Dr. Patrick J. Hillery Library, Miltown Malbay at 10.30 a.m.
To celebrate Seachtain na Gaeilge local 5th & 6th class schoolchildren
have been invited to Miltown Malbay Library to take part in an
illustration workshop as Gaeilge with Aidan Courtney. This workshop
will involve illustration and comic strips incorporating a 1916
theme.
- Tuesday, 8th March 2016
‘I Never saw my Mother Walk’, The Role of
Women in Ireland’s Revolutionary Period (1916-23) - Public
lecture by Dr. Tomás Mac Conmara, an International Women's
Day event
De Valera Public Library, Ennis at 7.00pm
To mark International Women’s Day, oral historian and author
Dr. Tomás Mac Conmara will explore the role played by women
in the revolutionary period in Clare, including Cumann na mBan
and the experience of female relatives of activists during the
period. The lecture will also examine how women have been represented
in public and private memory and commemoration. This is a free
event and all are welcome.
- Monday 7th - 24th March 2016
Exhibition- The Easter Rising and the International Press
Scariff Public Library
Scariff Public Library are host to a small exhibition with interesting
newspaper extracts from USA, Germany, France, Australia on the
events in The 1916 Rising. Notwithstanding the dark shadow of
the First World War which dominated world news during 1916, news
of the events of the Easter Rising in Ireland received extensive
coverage around the globe.
- Friday 4rd March 2016
Seachtain na Gaeilge Storytime
Kilrush Public Library at 10am
Maura Falsey will entertain twenty-five 2nd class children from
Kilrush Primary School with stories ‘as Gaeilge’ as
part of the celebrations for Seachtain na Gaeilge.
- Thursday, 3rd March 2016
World Book Day event with author Etain McCooey
Dr. Patrick J. Hillery Library, Miltown Malbay at 10.30 a.m.
To celebrate World Book Day local 1st and 2nd class children have
been invited to Miltown Malbay Library to enjoy a session of storytelling,
drawing and music with Etain McCooey. The session will be based
on Etain’s first book for children, ‘Deefer’s
Day Out’. Etain will be joined by illustrator Alison O’Brien,
who did the illustrations for the book.
- Wednesday 2nd March 2016
World Book Day
Kilrush Public Library at 10am
As part of the celebrations for World Book Day, artist Alan Shoosmith
will be holding an art workshop for senior classes from Gaelscoil
Ui Coimin, Kilrush. Children will be guided on creating some artistic
sketches from the ever popular Roahl Dahl collection of books.
- Saturday 27th February 2016
‘Fun Science’ Family Workshop, a Family Learning
Day 2016 event
Killaloe Public Library at 10am
Join scientist Dipankar Biswas to try out lots of exciting experiments
with your family to celebrate Family Learning Day 2016 including
balloon rockets, colour volcanos and slime recipes! Places are
limited so please call Killaloe Public Library to book your family’s
place on (061) 376062 . Free event in conjunction with CABES family
learning project.
- Saturday 27th February 2016
‘Fun Science’ Family Workshop, a Family Learning
Day 2016 event
Scariff Public Library at 12.15pm
Join scientist Dipankar Biswas to try out lots of exciting experiments
with your family to celebrate Family Learning Day 2016 including
balloon rockets, colour volcanos and slime recipes! Places are
limited so please call Scariff Public Library to book your family’s
place on (061) 922893. Free event in conjunction with CABES family
learning project.
- Thursday, 25th February 2016
Recovering Our Senses in the 21st Century, a talk with
Philip Shepherd
Scariff Public Library at 6.30pm
Author Philip Shepherd will give a talk on what he sees as a culture
of disconnection which causes a busy, anxious, distracted need
to control. In this presentation he offers new insights and choices
that help us move towards the kind of wholeness in our lives that
is rooted in the deep calm of the body, and is open to the harmony
and support of the world around us. This is a free event and all
are welcome.
- Wednesday 24th February 2016
Adult Learners Festival
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon, 11am-1pm
In a celebration of Adult Learners Festival week, the LCETB will
host their Certificate presentation ceremony in Seán Lemass
Public Library. Certs will be given to participants who completed
FETAC courses with Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board.
All courses were taken at the local LCETB Centre at 4 Brú
na Sionna, Shannon.
- Tuesday, 23rd February 2016
1916 Table Discussion Series - ‘Conversations on
the Proclamation of 1916’
Scariff Public Library at 7.30pm
A series of table discussions around aspects of 1916 will take
place throughout the year in Scariff Public Library. This involves
a small group of people getting together to talk, listen and share
ideas on subjects of mutual interest in an informal way. Contributors
are most welcome as are those who would just like to listen in
on what is sure to be an informative and entertaining hour. The
first session will take place on Tuesday 23rd February at 7.30pm
and will look at the 1916 Proclamation.
- Tuesday, 23rd February 2016
Helping children learn
De Valera Public Library, Ennis
Members of the Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board
(LCETB) will visit the De Valera Library in Ennis on Tuesday,
23rd February from 6.15 - 7.45pm to host an information session
aimed at parents of children up to 12 years of age with the aim
of enabling them to help their children learn. This free session
will include information on learning styles, reading tips and
useful resources, including what is available at your local library.
For more information contact Mary Flanagan (LCETB) on 065-6897645.
- Friday, 19th February 2016
Story time and Spring Craft
Scariff Public Library, Scariff at 3.30pm
Come along for some spring fun with stories and a craft with a
spring twist. The event is free of charge.
- Thursday, 18th February 2016
Spring Craft
Scariff Public Library, Scariff at 3.30pm
Enjoy a craft session with a spring theme for 7-12 year olds.
Free event.
- 11th - 13th February 2016
Blind Date with a Book
Various Branch Libraries
This Valentine’s Day Clare County Library would like to
play matchmaker for you and set you up on a blind date…with
a book! From February 11th - 13th you are invited to visit any
of the seven participating library branches in Ennis, Ennistymon,
Kilrush, Kilkee, Killaloe, Scariff and Shannon where there will
be a display of books wrapped in plain paper. Simply make your
selection and bring it to the checkout desk where you will also
receive a sweet treat, custom made by Wilde Irish Chocolates in
Tuamgraney, to take home along with your newfound book love. The
selected books will have some connection to the year 1916 and
will include a range of genres and themes but you won’t
be able to judge any of them by their cover before you get to
know them. Here’s hoping it will be love at first page!
Don't worry if not though, there are plenty more books on the
shelves! To view opening hours for Clare County Library’s
branches visit www.clarelibrary.ie
or phone 065-6821616.
- Wednesday, 10th February 2016
The Humpback Whales of Cape Verde
Cultúrlann Sweeney, Kilkee at 6.30pm
Canola Pictures in association with The Irish Whale and Dolphin
Group (IWDG) will screen the film The Humpback Whales of Cape
Verde in Kilkee as part of a unique collaboration with the libraries
of Ireland. Shot in Ireland, Cape Verde and Malta, The Humpback
Whales of Cape Verde follows Dr Simon Berrow and an international
team of marine scientists on an ambitious adventure to prove humpback
whales from both the northern and southern hemispheres use the
Cape Verde archipelago as a breeding ground. The Irish made film
will be shown on Wednesday, 10th February 6.30pm at the Cultúrlann
Sweeney, Kilkee. It is one of a number of such screenings in libraries
around Ireland. The screening will be followed by a Q&A session
with Dr Simon Berrow from the IWDG and the film's director, Tony
Whelan. Admission is free but on a first come basis. The IWDG
see the three month library tour as a perfect platform to highlight
their ongoing commitment to education and to emphasise the importance
of conservation in our seas. 2016 is the 25th anniversary of all
Irish waters being declared a whale and dolphin sanctuary, the
first of its kind in Europe. Tour details available at http://www.iwdg.ie/events.
- Thursday, 4th February 2016
Rose of Tralee visit to Ennis
De Valera Public Library, Ennis
The 2015 Rose of Tralee will make a courtesy visit to County Clare
next Thursday, 4th February 2016 during a nationwide promotion
of the international festival, which is celebrated among Irish
communities all over the world. 22-year-old Elysha Brennan from
Bettystown, Co Meath, who is a student at the Royal College of
Surgeons and who is a cancer survivor, made headlines last August
when she was crowned overall winner. She will be welcomed to the
De Valera Public Library in Ennis by Cllr James Breen, Cathaoirleach
of Clare County Council and Cllr Pat Daly, Mayor of Municipal
District of Ennis. Ms. Brennan and the 2015 Clare Rose, Ava Mahony,
will then host a meet and greet session with members of the public
from 4.00-5.30pm to answer any queries from potential Roses considering
following in their footsteps. The 2016 Rose of Tralee International
Festival takes place from 17th-26th August. For more information
visit www.roseoftralee.ie
- Wednesday 3rd February - Wednesday 24th February
2016
1916 Exhibition of Coiste Comóradh Éirí
Amach 1916-2016
Kilrush Public Library
An interesting display of content from pamphlets and newspapers
relating to 1916, the content of this exhibition includes 24 panels
featuring an eclectic mix of photos, magazine illustrations and
memorabilia. Coiste Comóradh is an umbrella organisation
of local groups based in Shannon who have come together to mark
the centenary of 1916. Viewing available during library opening
hours.
- Tuesday, 2nd February 2016
Movie Screening – ‘High Society’
Scariff Public Library at 2.30pm
Featuring a delightful Cole Porter score and starring Grace Kelly,
Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby, this stylish musical comedy will
banish the winter blues. (Cert. G) This is a free event and all
are welcome. Tea/coffee and biscuits provided.
- Friday 29th January 2016
Invite to Shannon's Northern Community from Christina
Bennett, artist and educator
Seán Lemass Public Library, Shannon at 7pm
Christina Bennett, local Shannon artist and educator, is embarking
on a project to record the stories of Northerners who have made
their home in Shannon. All those who are from the North, or have
parents, grandparents, friends or extended family are welcome
to attend. Christina hopes to form a collaborative group to plan
how to document and celebrate Northerners place in the Community.
It is Christina's hope to interview and record people for a short
film. "We could also make audio recordings and written
stories and, with the use of photography, old and new, we could
produce a book about ourselves". In 2015, Christina
produced a short film called 'Leaving' which focused on one aspect
of the local community - this film was selected for exhibition
in Dublin for Culture NIght.
- Friday, 29th January 2016
Computers for Beginners
Seán Lemass Public Library 10.30am-12.30pm
Volunteers from Friends Ireland, www.friendsireland.ie, will provide
introductory computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone classes in Shannon
Library each Friday morning. The classes are free but places are
limited. Names can be placed on a waiting list for future classes.
A course of classes runs for 4 weeks, contact the library on 061-364266
for further information.
- Tuesday, 26th January 2016
Draft Clare County Development Plan 2017-2023 Public Consultation
Scariff Public Library, 4-8pm
Planning officials from Clare County Council will be on hand to
answer queries, guide people through the plan and inform members
of the public about the formal submission process.
- Friday, 22nd January 2016
Computers for Beginners
Seán Lemass Public Library 10.30am-12.30pm
Volunteers from Friends Ireland, www.friendsireland.ie, will provide
introductory computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone classes in Shannon
Libraryeach Friday morning. The classes are free but places are
limited. Names can be placed on a waiting list for future classes.
A course of classes runs for 4 weeks, contact the library on 061-364266
for further information.
- Thursday, 21st January 2016
Computers for Beginners
Kilfinaghty Public Library, Sixmilebridge 6.15pm-7.45pm
Volunteers from Friends Ireland, www.friendsireland.ie, will provide
introductory computer classes in Kilfinaghty Public Library on
Thursday evenings. The classes are free but places are limited.
Names can be placed on a waiting list for future classes. A course
of classes runs for 4 weeks, contact the library on 061-369678
for further information.
- Tuesday 12th January - Tuesday 2nd February
2016
1916 Exhibition of Coiste Comóradh Éirí
Amach 1916-2016
De Valera Public Library, Ennis
An interesting display of content from pamphlets and newspapers
relating to 1916, the content of this exhibition includes 24 panels
featuring an eclectic mix of photos, magazine illustrations and
memorabilia. Coiste Comóradh is an umbrella organisation
of local groups based in Shannon who have come together to mark
the centenary of 1916. Viewing available during library opening
hours.
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