Upcoming events

Come along to learn new skills, work on projects or to have relaxed conversations about needle craft. All levels of ability are welcome.

Mondays 11am - 12.30pm

Tuesdays 7-8.15pm

Anyone who wishes to register for My Open Library must first attend an induction tour. These take place in the library and may take up to 30 minutes. 

You must have a valid Dublin City Libraries card and you must bring a valid age ID (passport, age card etc.)  

You MUST be aged 16 or over to register for this service. A parent or guardian must accompany 16 - 17 year olds to the induction tour and also become an MOL member (each person must book a separate space on the induction tour). 

Under 16s can only access the library during unstaffed hours if they are accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Join us this Bealtaine for a heart-warming journey through time! We invite you to sit back and reminisce as we present a curated collection of old photographs from the Local Studies Collection. Witness the changing faces of our towns, streets, and community. Whether you've lived in Meath all your life or are new to the area, come along to celebrate our shared heritage.

Clones Library's Alzheimer's support group offers vital emotional, social, and practical benefits for family members, helping to alleviate loneliness, stress, and anxiety.  They provide a safe space to share experiences, gain expert information on dementia, exchange practical caregiving tips, and connect with others in similar situations.

Would you like to learn more about our online resources and apps?

The staff in Kilbeggan Library will be here every Wednesday morning between 10am and 12pm to answer your questions.

Bring along your device and learn how to download the apps and register your details.

Would you like to learn more about our online resources and apps? The staff in Castlepollard Library will be here every Wednesday morning between 10am and 12pm to answer your questions. Bring along your device and learn how to download the apps and register your details.

Part of Westmeath Libraries Skills For Life programme of events.

Do you craft or make some art? Join our amazing Crafty Crew every Wednesday morning for crafts and a cuppa from 10am.

Any and all crafts welcome and any skill level too. Whether you are just starting out or a seasoned crafter there's something for everyone with our Crafty Crew

Would you like to learn more about our online resources and apps? The staff in Mullingar Library will be here every Wednesday morning between 10am and 12pm to answer your questions. Bring along your device and learn how to download the apps and register your details.

Learn to make a small basket, using a natural willow branch frame, in a workshop presented by "Wicklow Willow".This project is a great opportunity to learn basic basket-making techniques and to take home a finished piece. 

Booking essential!

This is a series of 4 mindfulness workshops on 13th May, 20th May, 3rd June and 10th June 10.30am-11.30am.Participants should be available to attend all four workshops.

This 4-week series is open to anyone who would like to explore mindfulness, whether they have tried it before or not. Each session will involve guided practices, led by Sally Dunne who is trained by The Sanctuary, Dublin and The Mindfulness Assoc. UK. There will also be some gentle mindful movement which can be done seated or standing. Audio recordings will be shared with participants to use between sessions. Establishing a home practice is encouraged so that you can gain as much as possible from this short course.

This is a Healthy Ireland at your library event.

All welcome to this Family information and Support Session.

Kerli from Kildare County  Childcare Committee will be available to offer advice and answer questions on childcare supports , accessing early years services and give details on parent & toddler groups and play opportunities in the locality.

Children welcome to attend with you, play space will be available.

This group meets every Wednesday from 11am to knit and crochet together. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee while sharing conversation, skills and ideas. Everyone welcome. 

WEEKLY | Toddler Storytime & Play Sessions | Wednesdays | 11am

Join us every Wednesday for Toddler Storytime and Play! Enjoy stories read by staff, explore a selection of toys, and meet other families in a relaxed, welcoming space. No booking required.

Join Anna Browne of Big Sky Flowers for the second workshop in her series at Kilbeggan Library.

This workshop explores how to design gardens that support biodiversity by creating habitats, choosing native plants, and reducing chemical use. Participants will also learn practical ways to attract and protect pollinators like bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects through thoughtful planting and garden management.

Spaces are limited and booking is essential.

This workshop is part of a residency funded by the Creative Communities Grant run by Creative Westmeath.

Buaileann an Ciorcal gach maidin Dé Céadaoin, ar a haon déag a chlog. Bíonn comhrá, ceol agus craic acu.

This is an enthusiastic gathering, seeking to use their cúpla focail. It is open to all levels of fluency, beginners, improvers and advanced.