Upcoming events

Booking Required:

Date: Commencing on Tuesday, April 28th | 10.30am - 12.30pm

This course will take place every Tuesday for 6 weeks.

Our Beginners Irish Classes for Adults, led by the highly regarded Mícheál Ó Máirtín, offer a friendly and encouraging introduction to the Irish language. This 6‑week course is perfect for complete beginners as well as those looking to brush up on the basics they learned long ago. Through gentle conversation practice, simple grammar, and practical everyday phrases, Mícheál creates a relaxed atmosphere where learners can build confidence and enjoy reconnecting with the richness of the Irish language. Supported by KCETB.

Booking Required: Phone: 056 779 4174 / Email: mayfair@kilkennylibrary.ie

Join artist Rachel Burke for a Watercolour Painting Workshop on Tuesday 12th of May, 10.30am to 12.30pm. Participants will be painting Irish May flowers using watercolours, and will be guided in how to draw and paint native flowers. All materials will be provided and all abilities are welcome.

Booking is essential as places are limited. Please phone 056 4440561 or email castlecomer@kilkennylibrary.ie

THIS EVENT IS FULLY BOOKED

Join Donegal-based artist and collector Maura Logue of Dark Daughter Productions for an engaging and entertaining talk exploring vintage Irish fashion. Drawing on over 30 years of collecting, Maura shares stories behind beautifully crafted garments, with a focus on natural fibres, sustainability and Irish-made design.

Through her work in theatre and “Animated Histories,” Maura brings the past to life, weaving together fashion, storytelling and heritage. This relaxed, conversational talk offers a fascinating insight into the fabrics, styles and traditions that have shaped Irish identity - along with a few colourful tales from Maura’s own collection along the way.

Join us in Athy Library to celebrate Bealtaine! Viola player Aoise O'Dwyer enjoys a varied career as a chamber and orchestral musician, performing regularly with the Irish National Opera Orchestra and the RTE Concert Orchestra, and as a solo player she specialises in music written by women composers. She is delighted to be performing a series of recitals at Kildare Libraries in May as part of the Bealtaine Festival. Join Aoise for an hour of solo viola music by composers such as Dobrinka Tabakova (Bulgaria), Libby Croad (England), Dominique Le Genre (Trinidad and Tobago), Valeria Romero (Argentina) and Maria Newman (USA). All are welcome!

Join choreographer Laura Martin in Decades of Dance sessions at Trim Library in May

Tuesday 5th May:1920s Charleston etc. 

Tuesday 12th May: 1950s Rock and Roll style dance with some hand jive and jitterbug

Tuesday 19th May: 1960s style dance using signature moves like the twist and the swim

Monday 25th May: 1970s Disco Dance including the hustle and some Saturday night Fever Moves

Join artist Trish Redmond for a creative workshop designed especially for carers.

Switch off as you enjoy an afternoon of art, reflection, and calm.  All materials are provided.

Contact 047-74712 to book your place today.

Limited places available.

Are you interested in playing bridge?

Join us in Graig Library every Tuesday at 11am for a game. All experience levels welcome

Join us every Tuesday at 11:00 am. Warm up your vocal cords and join in with songs, nursery rhymes and stories for our smallest borrowers!

This event is free and is suitable for toddlers.

This group is available to families who live within the NEIC catchment area. 
Please check the list below to see if your child qualifies for this service :

Child must be referred to group by sending the following details to neic05.dnc@hse.ie  

Name of child and caregiver(s),
Address
Child’s DOB
Contact details of parents (phone number and/or email)
Name of PHN and GP

Join us for a delightful craft event to celebrate the Bealtaine Festival, where you can explore your creativity by creating a stunning paper collage inspired by treasured memories!

Bring a cherished photo of a beloved memory or special place and let it guide your artistic expression. Through vibrant colours, textures, and materials, you’ll craft a beautiful collage that celebrates the moments that mean the most to you.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect, create, and share memories with others in a fun and supportive environment!

Explore the benefits of journaling in this practical and reflective workshop for adults. Megan Wynne introduces how journaling can support mental health, improve sleep, strengthen relationships, boost creativity, aid emotional regulation, and help create clear life visions.

Participants learn and practice a variety of gentle journaling exercises.

Join us every Tuesday at 2.00pm for our Storytime and Craft.  Our Tuesday storytimes offer a great opportunity for toddlers to listen to a fun story and get creative with our themed craft as well as interact with their peers. 

After the storytime and craft, we often use our Magic Table featuring lots of interactive sensory games.

Everyone welcome, no need to book!

Seachtain na Gaeilge may be over, but your Irish‑language journey doesn’t have to stop there. Join our weekly Irish Circle, where we share our news, chat about TV programmes, and dissect the latest sporting action. Anois is arís, we even have a bit of craic with some cluichí to keep things lively.

All you need is a cúpla focal, a dash of enthusiasm, anda willingness to bain triail as!

Unleash Your Creativity Every Tuesday from 2:30-4pm. Join us for Mindful Colouring at Monaghan Town Library – All Materials Provided, No Booking Required! Everyone Welcome!

Join us for a drop in arts and crafts session. Craft materials will be provided. This session will have a neuroinclusive area with a sensory dark pop up tent, sensory floor tiles and sensory items.

Guardians must stay in the library for the duration of the session.