Dublin County North Event Thread - NO CHAT

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The Rush Harbour Festival is on this weekend ... https://www.facebook.com/whatsoninrush/

Lots of events taking place in Fingal Libraries during the month of August - click here for details http://bit.ly/1ClZ8sP

All are free of charge - contact each Library Branch individually to book in for these events.

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August activities at GARRISTOWN Library
Phone: 8355020 Email: garristown.library@fingal.ie
All Library events are free of charge - contact the branch to book.



8th August, 3-4pm - Jungle picture
Age: 4-6 yrs

9th August, 12.15-1pm Library storytime
Age: 3-6 years


9th August Vroom Town visits the library @ 3pm
Listen to stories and meet the characters from Vroom Town books
Age: 4-8 years


10th August , 3-4.30pm - Crochet workshop
(This is a two-part activity with the second session taking place
on 24th August)
Age: 12-15 yrs

11th August, 11am-12pm - Marvellous Beasts
Enjoy some stories and get up close with some mini but marvellous beasts!!
All ages


11th August, 3-4pm - Jewellery making for ages 5-12 yrs



15th August, 3-4pm - Pokemon arts and crafts
Age: 5-10 years


16th August, 10.30-11.30am - Dogs Trust visit to the library
Meet Fiona and her dog Jake
All ages


16th August Library storytime @12.15-1pm
Age: 3-6 years

17th August, 3-4.30pm Dinosaur workshop
Age: 5-10 years

18th August - Mindful colouring for kids @11am-12pm
Age: 6-12 years


18th August - Plate and cup decorating @2.30pm
Age: 7-12 years


22nd August, 2.30-4pm - Rediscovery Centre workshop
A Heritage Week workshop entitled “Natural Heritage”. Fun activities and games to investigate plants, animals, ecosystems, food chains and survival in the wild!
Age:7-12 years


23rd August Library storytime @12.15-1pm
Age: 3-6 years


23rd August, 3-4.30pm - Make a sock puppet
Age: 7-12 years

24th August Crochet workshop
(a continuation of the workshop on 10th August)
Age: 12-15 years



25th August - Bendaroos workshop @11am-12pm
Age: 8-12 years


25th August - Make a summer mobile @3-4.30pm
Age: 5-10 years

Further events in Fingal Libraries are listed here http://bit.ly/1ClZ8sP

BALBRIGGAN Library Events for August 2016
All Events are FREE!!
Contact us at 01 8704401 to reserve a place or email at balbrigganlibrary@fingal.ie


Dogstrust Ireland Visit, Monday 15th August at 10am
Come meet Jake the Boxer from Dogs Trust Ireland and learn about responsible dog ownership! Suitable for children aged 7- 13 years old. Takes place on Monday 15th of August at 10am. Places are limited so please book at the desk, by phone or by email.

Summer Star Mystery Reads
Pick up one of our great secret mystery reads as part of your Summer Reading Challenge – but you must wait until you get home to find out what you get! This is a brilliant way for children to expand and explore a whole new world of reading, discovering new authors and genres.


Baby Book Club, Wed 3rd of August, 10.30am
Join us on the first Wednesday of every month to enjoy stories for babies & toddlers. This month: Wednesday 3rd of August at 10.30am.

Ciorcal Comhrá / Irish Conversation Group
Bíonn Ciorcal Comhrá ar siúl gach Deardaoin i Leabharlann Bhaile Brigín ó 7.00 a chlog. Fáilte roimh gach leibhéal! All levels welcome – especially beginners! This group meet every Thursday evening from 7.00 – 8.00pm. Come along for a sociable chat as Gaeilge!

Scrabble Club
Scrabble club for adults: Mondays at 11am. All are welcome, scrabble boards supplied.

SWORDS Library Events for August
Contact us at (01) 8905582 / 5894 Email swordslibrary@fingal.ie



The Baby Book Club / Parent & Toddler Group takes place on Tuesday 23rd August at 10.30am. There will be storytelling and fun activities for pre-schoolers. Please contact the library to book a place. Phone (01) 8905582 / 5894.


Rathbeale Readers book club will meet on Wednesday 31st August at 7pm.


Smartphone Classes
Smartphone classes will help people with their smartphone/digital needs and offer them a way to learn new skills and develop existing ones with regard to the use of their phones
Starting Wed 3rd August at 10am-12pm for 4 Weeks. Limited spaces available please contact the library to book a place. Phone (01) 8905582 / 5894.


Manga Drawing Sessions with John Carpenter
This Japanesse animation is popular with 12-16yrs
Thursday 11th August at 11.30am
Limited spaces available please contact the library to book a place. Phone (01) 8905582 / 5894.

Storytelling with Brendan Nolan
As part of Heritage week on
Wed 24th at 3pm ages 7-10yrs
Limited spaces available please contact the library to book a place. Phone (01) 8905582 / 5894.

DONABATE Library Events for August 2016
Contact us at 01-8905609 Email: donabate.library@fingal.ie



Creating Art in the Library, an art workshop where participants will create a large art piece for the library wall takes place on Friday 5th August at 11.00am. This workshop is part of the Donabate Portrane Summer Festival. Age 7-11yrs
Places are limited – please book by calling 01 8905609 or by emailing Donabate.library@fingal.ie.

An Art Class with John Carpenter, entitled Circus Without Animals, aimed at an ages 6 - 10 years will take place on Thursday 11th August at 11.30am.
Places are limited – please book by calling 01 8905609 or by emailing Donabate.library@fingal.ie.


Roald Dahl’s "The BFG"
Join Sarah Tully to learn about Roald Dahl the author, listen to extracts from the book, discuss the extracts and re-tell in your own words, create your own dream catching & mixing. You will also complete a craft based on the dream catching & mixing.
This event is for ages 9-12 years and takes place on Thursday 18th August from 3.00 – 4.00pm.
Places are limited – please book by calling 01 8905609 or by emailing Donabate.library@fingal.ie.


Dogs Trust
Dogs Trust will visit the library on Tuesday 23rd August at 10.00am. What canine career should YOU have? Come and find out! Dogs Trust Education and Community Officer, Fiona, and her dog Jake will be talking all about what it means to be a Responsible Dog Owner, what kind of career you could have with dogs, and how to stay safe around dogs! Phew!
All this AND some Dogs Trust goodies to go home with!
This workshop is for children aged 7-12.
Places are limited – please book by calling 01 8905609 or by emailing Donabate.library@fingal.ie.

Storytelling For Heritage Week
It's Heritage Week and master storyteller Brendan Nolan is visiting Donabate Library. This event is aimed at children aged over 7 years. Places are limited – please book by calling 01 8905609 or by emailing Donabate.library@fingal.ie.



Baby Book Club
Stories and songs with Sarah Sparkles takes place on Tuesday 30th August from 11.30am – 12.30pm.
All are welcome.


The Crafting Circle meets every Thursday in the library at 11.00am - everyone is welcome to join - just bring along whatever craft you are working on!

The Parent & Toddler Group meet every Tuesday morning at 10.30am. Drop in and meet with other parents & toddlers.

Culture Night at Swords Library
Friday September 16th 2016 from 6.30pm

‘The International Experience’

Following the great success of our Traditional Irish Culture Night in 2015, we’ve decided to host an international evening this year, with two fascinating, fun, family events. We are also running an art competition for children, related to how they experience their own culture.

6.30-7.45pm: Experience Africa with Wassa Wassa
Two simultaneous workshops in African dance and song, ONE FOR ADULTS, ONE FOR CHILDREN, run by the well-known Wassa Wassa collective. Numbers are limited for this workshop, so please contact us to book. You are also welcome to come and watch.

8.15 pm: Experience the Ukraine
Award-winning singer, Olesya Zdorovetska, introduces Ukrainian culture and heritage, weaving folk melodies and rhythms together to create an unforgettable music experience at once sacred and modern. No booking required.

Art Competition for Children Aged 4 to 12: Draw us a picture of something that expresses your native culture, whether you’re Irish or of another nationality. Drop the picture in to Swords Library on or before Friday, 9th September. PRIZES WILL BE PRESENTED AT OUR CULTURE NIGHT EVENTS ON FRIDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER.

Free events. All welcome.
Swords Library, Rathbeale Road, Swords, Co. Dublin.
Email: swordslibrary@fingal.ie
Phone: 018905582 / 018905894

August Events in MALAHIDE Library
Ph: 01-8704430/31; Email: malahidelibrary@fingal.ie


Parent and Toddler Group
Thursdays @ 10.00 – 10.45am
Parent and Toddler group meet every Thursday morning to socialize, play games and learn.
Baby Book Club: Thursday 25th
New parents and toddlers always welcome to the group.



VROOM-TOWN
Storytime with Emer Conlon
Wednesday 17th August @ 3pm
Age: 5-8 years
Booking Essential


Dogs Trust
Meet Fiona & her dog Jake
Find out how to be a good dog owner, what kind of career you can have & how to stay save around dogs!
Monday 22nd August @ 10am


Wii U Games Session
For ages 8 to 12 Years. Come along and try out our new game console.
Please book your place at the library desk/phone 8704430/email malahidelibrary@fingal.ie


Breast Feeding Support Group
Tuesdays @ 11.-12.30pm
The breast feeding support group, supported by the HSE, meet every Tuesday @ 11.am.
Come along and share your experience or gain some advic and support. New members welcome.


Film Club
The evening Film Club will be taking place on
Tuesday 30th @ 7pm
New Members welcome for the evening film club



French Conversation
Every Monday @ 4.30pm
Conversation only - a reasonable level of fluency required.

Heritage Week event - Recollections of Malahide 1908 - 1918 by Roger Greene
25th August at 7 pm

To book for any of these events Ph: 01-8704430/31; Email: malahidelibrary@fingal.ie

The Hill Billy

Cricket match tomorrow - 12:30pm Sunday 14th August at Ardgillan Castle - between Balbriggan CC & The Hills CC to commemorate the first recorded cricket match in north County Dublin at the same venue in 1829.

Weather looks good. Bring sun lotion & a bag of cans.

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The Hill Billy wrote: »

Cricket match tomorrow - 12:30pm Sunday 14th August at Ardgillan Castle - between Balbriggan CC & The Hills CC to commemorate the first recorded cricket match in north County Dublin at the same venue in 1829.

Weather looks good. Bring sun lotion & a bag of cans.

Where in the grounds is flat enough for cricket?

The Hill Billy

That was bugging me too. Surprisingly, on the lawn between the entrance & the castle there's a fairly level area at the bottom. The crease was marked out when I was there late on Thursday evening.

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Lots of Heritage Week events happening in Fingal including:

Storytelling with Brendan Nolan (age 7yrs+)
Malahide Library (Weds 24th @12pm) - ph 01-8704430 to book for this event
Rush Library (Tues 23rd @11.30am) - ph 01-870 8414 to book
Donabate Library (Tues 23rd @2pm) - ph 01-8905609 to book
Swords Librar (Weds 24th @3pm) - ph 01-8905582

Lots more happening in Fingal - search on www.heritage.ie

Swords Library Events for September 2016
Contact us at (01) 8905582 / 5894 Email swordslibrary@fingal.ie


Baby Book Club
The Baby Book Club / Parent & Toddler Group takes place on Tuesday 27th September at 10.30am. There will be storytelling and fun activities for pre-schoolers. Please contact the library to book a place. Phone (01) 8905582 / 5894.


Children's Book club
Children’s book club will take place on Saturday 17th Sept at 11am. For more information please phone the Library on 01 8905582 / 5894




Smartphone Classes
Smartphone classes will help people with their smartphone/digital needs and offer them a way to learn new skills and develop existing ones with regard to the use of their phones. These classes are run on a rolling four week course, please contact the library for more information and to book a place. Phone (01) 8905582 / 5894.


Household Waste Reduction Talk
Tuesday, 6th September at 6.45pm
General tips and tricks to reduce waste
How to avoid food waste on an individual level
Lower waste with babies and toddlers
The talk will try and look at the practical and easily achievable aspects of waste reduction.
Please contact the library to book a place. Phone (01) 8905582 / 5894.



Culture Night at Swords Library
Friday September 16th 2016 from 6.30pm

‘The International Experience’

Following the great success of our Traditional Irish Culture Night in 2015, we’ve decided to host an international evening this year, with two fascinating, fun, family events. We are also running an art competition for children, related to how they experience their own culture.

6.30-7.45pm: Experience Africa with Wassa Wassa
Two simultaneous workshops in African dance and song, ONE FOR ADULTS, ONE FOR CHILDREN, run by the well-known Wassa Wassa collective. Numbers are limited for this workshop, so please contact us to book. You are also welcome to come and watch.

8.15 pm: Experience the Ukraine
Award-winning singer, Olesya Zdorovetska, introduces Ukrainian culture and heritage, weaving folk melodies and rhythms together to create an unforgettable music experience at once sacred and modern. No booking required.

Art Competition for Children Aged 4 to 12: Draw us a picture of something that expresses your native culture, whether you’re Irish or of another nationality. Drop the picture in to Swords Library on or before Friday, 9th September. PRIZES WILL BE PRESENTED AT OUR CULTURE NIGHT EVENTS ON FRIDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER.

Free events. All welcome.
Swords Library, Rathbeale Road, Swords, Co. Dublin.
Email: swordslibrary@fingal.ie
Phone: 018905582 / 018905894

Teachers can sign up for a Block Loan Card to access the Early Years Collection - see here for further info. http://bit.ly/2b5VhGV

Here's details of Library Events taking place for Heritage Week http://bit.ly/2bEalQp

Balbriggan Library
Wednesday 7th of Sept at 6.45pm
Phone 01-8704401 to book
Or email balbrigganlibrary@fingal.ie

Understanding the Basics of Irish Insolvency - a talk by MABS
- MABS, who they are and what services they offer.
-Learn about the Personal Insolvency Act 2012.
-General information about the structure of how Personal Insolvency Arrangement and Debt Settlements and Bankruptcies.
- More specific details about the insolvency service MABS offer for Debt Relief Notices.
Followed by a Q&A.

All Welcome to this free event.

Adult Dyslexia – A Talk by the Dyslexia Association of Ireland.

Swords Library
Thursday 22nd September at 6.45pm to 7.45pm.

A general information talk by Michelle Kinsella of the Dyslexia Association of Ireland.
Opportunity for questions and answers after the talk.

To book a place please contact Swords Library on 01 890 5582 / 01 890 5894.

September Events in Howth Library
All events need to be booked.
Ph 01-8905026 or email howthlibrary.library@fingal.ie


From Page to Screen Book Club
Thursday 1st September at 11am: The book club will discuss the book and film ‘Morning Sea’ by Margaret Mazzantini


Tuesday Morning Book Club for Adults
Tuesday 27th September at 11.15am: This month the book club will discuss ‘Gods and Angels’ by David Parks


It’s not too late to join in the Summer Stars reading fun
And be in with a chance of winning a fantastic prize
Call in to Howth Library to Join and get a Summer Stars Goodie Bag!
Hurry!! The Summer Stars Closing Date is the 10th September


Events for Children
Toddler Playtime for 1-3 Year olds - Drop in Session
Tuesday 6th September: Lots of fun with toys, puzzles, teddies & colouring-in to encourage language, problem solving, imagination and fine motor skills. Drop in anytime from 11am – 12pm on the first Tuesday of every month!


A Splendiferous Roald Dahl Day for 6-12 Year Olds
Tuesday 13th September at 3.30pm: There will be gloriumptious activities, quizzes, prizes and lots of fun for 6-12 year olds. Get ready! Borrow a Roald Dahl book today! Places are limited. To book call or email us with your contact number, child’s name & age.


Summer Reading Stars Medal Presentation
Wednesday 14th September at 3.30pm: Everyone who gets
10 stamps on their Summer Reading Stars membership card will get a medal and a certificate. Come on in to celebrate the brilliant young readers we have in Howth library!!


Art and Crafts for 4-7 Year Olds
Monday 19th September at 3.30pm: an hour of art & craft fun. It’s free! Places are limited. To book call or email us with your contact number, child’s name & age.


Art and Crafts for 7-12 Year Olds
Wednesday 21st September at 3.30pm: an hour of art & craft fun. It’s free! Places are limited.

Balbriggan Library Events for September 2016
All Events are FREE!!
Contact us at 01 8704401 to reserve a place or email at balbrigganlibrary@fingal.ie


MABS Advice “Dealing with Debt & Insolvency”
Wednesday, 7th Sep 6.45pm
The Money, Advice and Budgeting Service will hold a talk explaining their services with a focus on understanding insolvency and personal debt in Ireland on Wednesday, 7th of September at 6.45pm. A Q & A session will follow for any queries you may have. All welcome!

Balbriggan Film & Book Club – screening Sat 1st October, 2pm
The Balbriggan Film & Book Club is back from the summer break! Simply borrow this month’s book, read at your own pace and/or come along to the screening of the movie at the end of the month. There are no tests and no commitments! New members are always welcome, as well as suggestions for what to read next.
To start us back we are reading the stunning novel Room by Irish author Emma O’Donoghue which tells the story of 5 year old Jack, a young boy held captive in a small room with his mother for his entire life.
We will screen the 2015 Lenny Abrahamson directed adaptation starring Oscar-winner Brie Larson on Saturday 1st of October at 2pm.
Please note this film is certified for people aged 15 and over. Contains scenes and language which may offend.

Baby Book Club, Wed 7th of September, 10.30am
Join us on the first Wednesday of every month to enjoy stories for babies & toddlers.
This month: Wednesday 7th of September at 10.30am.


Wii U Session in Balbriggan Library
Tues 6th & Thurs 8th September, 6pm
Computer fun in the library! There will be Wii U sessions in the Junior Library on Tuesday 6th and Thursday 8th of September from 6pm-7pm.
For children up to 12 years. Parental supervision required.

Ciorcal Comhrá / Irish Conversation Group
Bíonn Ciorcal Comhrá ar siúl gach Deardaoin i Leabharlann Bhaile Brigín ó 7.00 a chlog. Fáilte roimh gach leibhéal! All levels welcome – especially beginners! This group meet every Thursday evening from 7.00 – 8.00pm. Come along for a sociable chat as Gaeilge!

Scrabble Club
Scrabble club for adults: Mondays at 11am. All are welcome, scrabble boards supplied.


Knitting & Crochet Group for adults – back on 13th September
Calling all knitters (including complete beginners)! The Balbriggan Knitting Group meets in the library every Tuesday evening 7pm-8pm (starting back on September 13th). Bring your needles/hooks and wool or get advice on what to buy. All adults are welcome.


Save money by adding your email address to your library account!
Add your email address to your library account in 4 easy steps – receive reminders of due dates and never be late again! You will also get notification when your reserves are available to collect.
Step 1: Login to add your email at www.fingal.ie/libraries (you will need your card number and PIN to do so)
Step 2: Select Edit Account
Step 3: Enter your email address
Step 4: Select Submit
Visit online support for any queries at www.librariesireland.zendesk.com or ask a member of staff.
Alternatively you can set up your account to receive email alerts at the library desk.

Coming soon!
Business & Employment Support Library in Balbriggan Library
We are happy to announce we will shortly launch a dedicated business and employment support section in Balbriggan Library – there will be books, digital resources, information and business seminars to help with all aspects of starting a new business or changing careers. Details to follow in the next few weeks!


Back to school in Balbriggan Library!
It’s back to school/college time and Balbriggan Library is a great place to help you and your family with their studies. We have study areas upstairs and in the Young Adult Library, free internet access & Wi-Fi (with library card), printing (black & white, colour), photocopying and a wealth of great print and online resources to help with homework. If you or your family haven’t already joined the library, it couldn’t be easier. Simply provide photo ID and proof of address (for children, guarantors ID & address required). Alternatively join online at www.fingal.ie/library and provide ID on your next visit.

See you in Balbriggan Library very soon!!

September Events in Malahide Library
Ph: 01-8704430/31; Email: malahidelibrary@fingal.ie


Parent and Toddler Group
Thursdays @ 10.00 – 10.45am
Parent and Toddler group meet every Thursday morning to socialize, play games and learn.

Baby Book Club: Thursday 1st & 29th
New parents and toddlers always welcome to the group.


Chess Club
Wednesdays @ 3.00 - 4.00pm
Make new friends and play chess at our weekly Wednesday chess club; 7-12 year-olds
New Members Welcome


SUMMER STARS READING PROGRAMME
Tuesday 6th September @ 3.30pm
Presentation of certificates and medals and spot prizes.


Irish Conversation Group
Thursdays @ 11.30-12.30pm
Practice speaking Irish in an informal setting at this weekly Irish conversation group. Every Thursday @ 11.30am.
New members welcome.
Resumes: 8th; Ar ais: 8u


Informal Creative Writing Group
Wednesday 7th @ 6.45-7.50pm
An informal writing group that meet on a monthly basis on the first Wednesday of each month.
New members welcome.


Film Clubs
The afternoon Film Club will be taking place
Tuesday 6th @ 3.45pm
The evening Film Club will be taking place on
Tuesday 27th @ 7pm
New Members welcome for the evening film club


German Conversation
Mondays @ 6.30pm
All levels welcome
From Monday 19th


French Conversation
Every Monday @ 4.30pm
Conversation only - a reasonable level of fluency required.

The Hill Billy

The 2016 Skerries Soundwaves Festival will in all likelihood take place from Thursday September 22 to Sunday 25 September. Something Happens gig at the Mills, Soundwaves Minecraft, Classical Concert in Holmpatrick, Festival Street Party, Night Parade…

More here.

The Battle of the Somme and the Irish Soldier
A talk by Lar Joye in Fingal Local Studies & Archives, Clonmel House, Forster Way, Swords

Tuesday 6th September at 7pm
Admission Free—Booking Essential
Phone 01-8704495 or email Jacinta.judge@fingal.ie

Donabate Library Events for September 2016
Contact us at 01-8905609 Email: donabate.library@fingal.ie


Introduction to Bridge
- classes will take place on Wednesday 7th September at 6.30pm and Saturday 10th September at 10.00am. If you would like to attend a class, please book by calling 01 8905609 or by emailing Donabate.library@fingal.ie. Places are limited.

Comic Strip Workshop
With Alan Nolan
- will take place on Saturday 10th September, from 2.00 – 3.15pm.
This workshop is for 8 -13 year olds. Alan will give a short, humorous talk about how he got into books/comics, drawing and writing. This is followed by a step-by-step drawing demo of one of his characters where the children join in. Then Alan provides a mini-comic/comic strip for each child based on one of his books -- they read the comic strip together (there's a mystery happening), the strip is unfinished and the children get to finish off the comic using their imagination and creativity.
Places are limited – please book by calling 01 8905609 or by emailing Donabate.library@fingal.ie.
This workshop is part of the Bleeding Pig Cultural Festival.


Active Age For All
1st Aid classes take place on Tuesdays 20th and 27th September at 10.00am.
Language classes take place on Wednesdays 21st and 28th September at 1.15pm.
Photography classes take place on Thursdays 22nd and 29th September at 10.00am.

Baby Book Club
The Baby Book Club takes place on Tuesday 27th September at 11.30am. All are welcome to attend with babies and toddlers for stories and music.


The Crafting Circle
The Crafting Circle meets every Thursday in the library at 11.00am - everyone is welcome to join - just bring along whatever craft you are working on!

The Parent & Toddler Group
- meet every Tuesday morning at 10.30am. Drop in and meet with other parents & toddlers.

Creative Writing
The Adult Creative Writing Group meets every second Saturday in the Library at 11.00am.

October Events in Howth Library
Phone 01-8905026 to book

Events For Adults
From Page to Screen Book Club Thursday 6th October at 11am: The book club will discuss the book and upcoming film ‘The Light Between Oceans’ by M.L. Stedman.

Tuesday Morning Book Club for Adults Tuesday 25th October at 11.15am: This month the book club will discuss ‘The Children Act’ by Ian McEwan.

Events for Children

Toddler Playtime for 1-3 Year olds - Drop in Session
Tuesday 4th October: Lots of fun with toys, puzzles, teddies & colouring-in to encourage language, problem solving, imagination and fine motor skills. Drop in anytime from 11am – 12pm on the first Tuesday of every month!

Author Visit for 7- 12 Year Olds
Wednesday 5th October at 3.30pm: Come and meet bestselling author Alan Nolan and find out all about comic book strip drawing and lots more! Places are limited. To book call or email us with your contact number, child’s name & age.

Spook-Tacular Art and Crafts for 4-7 Year Olds
Monday 10th October at 3.30pm: an hour of Halloween art & craft fun. It’s free! Places are limited. To book call or email us with your contact number, child’s name & age.

Spook-Tastic Art and Crafts for 7-12 Year Olds
Wednesday 12th October at 3.30pm: an hour of Halloween art & craft fun. It’s free! Places are limited. To book call or email us with your contact number, child’s name & age.

Author Visit for 4 – 7 Year Olds
Thursday 20th October at 3.30pm: Lots of fun, stories, drawing and songs with author and illustrator Paul Tubb. It’s free! Places are limited. To book call or email us with your contact number, child’s name & age.

Balbriggan Library Events
Please book at the desk, by phone on 01-8704401 or by email at balbrigganlibrary@fingal.ie


IEN Balbriggan Launch on Wednesday 28th Sep 10am
We are delighted to announce that the Innovation Enterprise Network will launch a new Balbriggan branch this Wednesday at 10am in Balbriggan Library . The IE Network facilitates professional networking among unemployed high-skilled/professionals and targets these groups with training sessions and advice on enterprise and job-seeking.
IE network Manager, Jim Nolan will host a free session on Wednesday which will look at how to get back to work by the power of networking and also how an Elevator pitch can assist you in selling your skills. So come along and join us at IEN Balbriggan at Balbriggan Library from 10:00am - 12:30pm. All welcome!

Film & Book Club Screening – Room, Saturday 1st October at 2pm
The Balbriggan Film & Book Club is back from the summer break! Simply borrow this month’s book, read at your own pace and/or come along to the screening of the movie at the end of the month. There are no tests and no commitments! New members are always welcome!To start us back we are reading the stunning novel Room by Irish author Emma O’Donoghue which tells the story of 5 year old Jack, a young boy held captive in a small room with his mother for his entire life.
We will screen the 2015 Lenny Abrahamson directed adaptation starring Oscar-winner Brie Larson on Saturday 1st of October at 2pm.


Beginners Internet & Email – last few places remaining!
We still have some remaining places available for our Beginners Guide to using the Internet & Email. There are two classes to choose from – one beginning at 5.30pm and one at 6.45pm. Please book at the desk, by phone on 01-8704401 or by email at balbrigganlibrary@fingal.ie

Beginners Irish Classes – spaces still available!
There a few remaining spaces on our Beginners Irish course which takes place on Fridays at 11am (classes last 2 hours). Suitable for complete beginners or those who studied Irish at school but feel they have forgotten it all! Please book at the desk, by phone on 01-8704401 or by email at balbrigganlibrary@fingal.ie

Swords Library Events for October 2016
Contact us at (01) 8905582 / 5894 Email swordslibrary@fingal.ie

Leabharlann Shoird: imeachtaí do mhí Dheireadh Fómhair
Ríomhphost: swordslibrary@fingal.ie
Fón: (01) 8905894 nó (01) 8905582

The Baby Book Club / Parent & Toddler Group
Takes place on Tuesday 25th October at 10.30am. There will be storytelling and fun activities for pre-schoolers. Please contact the library to book a place. Phone (01) 8905582 / 5894.


Children’s Book Club
Will take place on Saturday 15th October at 11am. For more information please phone the Library on 01 8905582 / 5894

Rathbeale Readers
Book club will meet on Wednesday 26th October at 7pm.

Insolvency Talk with MABS
Swords Library: Tuesday, October 4th at 6.45pm
The structure of the talk is a brief overview of MABS, who they are and what services they offer. A summary of the Personal Insolvency Act 2012, general information about the structure of how Personal Insolvency Arrangement and Debt Settlements and Bankruptcies and more specific details about the insolvency service MABS offer for Debt Relief Notices. Followed by a Q&A. Talk given by Melisa Geddes, Money Adviser & Approved Intermediary, Fingal MABS.
All Welcome to attend this free talk.


Computer Classes
We are currently taking names for future computer classes if you are interested please contact the Library to put your name on our waiting list. For more information please phone the Library on 01 8905582 / 5894

“The Write Time”
Creative Writing Workshop for Adults with Nicole Rourke of Big Smoke Writing Factory
Swords Library: Saturday 22nd of October at 2.30-4.30pm. Places limited please phone Library to book a place (01) 8905582 / 5894.


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October Events in Malahide Library
Ph: 01-8704430/31; Email: malahidelibrary@fingal.ie
Contact the library to book for all events


Young Adult and Children’s Activities

Parent and Toddler Group
Thursdays @ 10.00 – 10.45am
Parent and Toddler group meet every Thursday morning to socialize, play games and learn.

Baby Book Club: Thursday 27th
New parents and toddlers always welcome to the group.


Chess Club
Wednesdays @ 3.00 - 4.00pm
Make new friends and play chess at our weekly Wednesday chess club; 7-12 year-olds
New Members Welcome


Warhammer Club
Thursday 20th @ 5.30-7.45pm
For all over 11 years of age. New members welcome.

The Dark Mirror, Vol.7 in the Sonic Saga series, is Comic of the Month. Read this at Sonic speed on ‪#ComicsPlus! ‬‬‬
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Adult activities

Irish Conversation Group
Thursdays @ 11.30-12.30pm
Practice speaking Irish in an informal setting at this weekly Irish conversation group. Every Thursday @ 11.30am.
New members welcome.

Leamh agus Caint le Brian O Dochartai
Thursday October 13th @ 6.45pm


Informal Creative Writing Group
Wednesday 5th @ 6.45-7.50pm
An informal writing group that meet on a monthly basis on the first Wednesday of each month.
New members welcome.


Film Club
The afternoon Film Club will be taking place
Tuesday 4th @ 3.45pm
The evening Film Club will be taking place on
Tuesday 25th @ 7pm
New Members welcome for the evening film club


Music Appreciation
Ted Courtney presents a Music Appreciation Course
Thursday @ 2pm
From October 13th for 10 weeks
Booking necessary


German Conversation
Mondays @ 6.30pm
All levels welcome


French Conversation
Every Monday @ 4.30pm
Conversation only - a reasonable level of fluency required.

Crafting Circle
The library is considering starting a crafting circle for adults one Wednesday evening every month. If you are interested in sewing, knitting, or crochet, please leave your name and a contact number at the adult desk. If there is sufficient interest we will confirm a starting date.

October/Deireadh Fómhair
Balbriggan Library Events for October 2016/
Imeachtaí i Leabharlann Baile Brigín Deireadh Fómhair 2016
All Events are FREE!! / Gach Imeachtaí Saor!
Phone/Fón: 01 8704401 Email/Ríomhphoist : balbrigganlibrary@fingal.ie

Poetry Workshop
Poetry Workshop with Poet Peter O’Neill, Wed 12th of Oct 5-8pm
Poetry workshop for adults with acclaimed poet Peter O’Neill. Part of the Fingal Libraries Creative Writing Programme “The Write Time”. Places are limited so please book at the desk, by phone or by email.

Adult Dyslexia Information Session
Wed 19th Oct, 6.45pm
A general information session by Michelle Kinsella from the Dyslexia Association of Ireland followed by a question and answer session, Wednesday 19th October at 6.45pm.


Scéalta Eachtraíochta le Dermot Somers, Deardaoin, 27 Deireadh Fómhair 7-8in
Tales of Adventure with Dermot Somers, Thursday 27th Oct 7-8pm
Scéalta Eachtraíochta le Dermot Somers. Caint, léamh agus pictiúir faoi sléibhte, gaineamhlaigh agus treibheanna fánaíochta.
Tales of Adventure with Dermot Somers. Illustrated Talk and reading about mountains, deserts and nomadic cultures.
Bilingual Talk - As Gaeilge agus as Bearla!

Balbriggan Film & Book Club – screening Sat 22nd of October, 2pm
The Balbriggan Film & Book Club is a book club with a difference! Simply borrow this month’s book, read at your own pace and/or come along to the screening of the movie at the end of the month. There are no tests and no commitments!
New members are always welcome, as well as suggestions for what to read next.
For October we are reading Alan Bennett’s The Lady in the Van - the true story of the eccentric Miss Shepherd, an elderly homeless woman who took up residence in the author’s driveway for 15 years.
We will screen the 2015 film adaptation starring Maggie Smith on Saturday 22nd of October at 2pm.

Baby Book Club
Wed 5th of October, 10.30am
Join us on the first Wednesday of every month to enjoy stories for babies & toddlers. This month: Wednesday 5th of October at 10.30am.

Wii U Session
Tues 4th & 11th October, 6pm
Computer fun in the library! There will be Wii U sessions in the Junior Library on Tuesday 4th and Tuesday 11th of October from 6pm-7pm. For children up to 12 years. Parental supervision required.

Ciorcal Comhrá / Irish Conversation Group
Bíonn Ciorcal Comhrá ar siúl gach Deardaoin i Leabharlann Bhaile Brigín ó 7.00 a chlog. Fáilte roimh gach leibhéal! All levels welcome – especially beginners! This group meet every Thursday evening from 7.00 – 8.00pm. Come along for a sociable chat as Gaeilge!

Scrabble Club
Scrabble club for adults: Mondays at 11am. All are welcome, scrabble boards supplied.


Knitting & Crochet Group
Calling all knitters (including complete beginners)!
The Balbriggan Knitting Group meets in the library every Tuesday evening 7pm-8pm. Bring your needles/hooks and wool or get advice on what to buy. All adults are welcome.

Save money by adding your email address to your library account! /Sábháil airgead le ríomhphoist!
Add your email address to your library account in 4 easy steps – receive reminders of due dates and never be late again! You will also get notification when your reserves are available to collect.
Step 1: Login to add your email at www.fingal.ie/libraries (you will need your card number and PIN to do so)
Step 2: Select Edit Account
Step 3: Enter your email address
Step 4: Select Submit
Visit online support for any queries at www.librariesireland.zendesk.com or ask a member of staff.
Alternatively you can set up your account to receive email alerts at the library desk.

Coming soon! Business & Employment Support Library
Balbriggan Library will launch a dedicated business and employment support section in the next few weeks – there will be books, magazines, digital resources and information and expert advice to help with all aspects of starting a new business or changing careers.


Innovative Enterprise Network in Ireland has launched a new branch based in Balbriggan Library!
The IE Network facilitates professional networking among unemployed high-skilled/professionals and targets these groups with training sessions and advice on enterprise and job-seeking. Sessions will be bi-monthly – October sessions on the 12th & 26th at 10am. All welcome!

The Write Time

A Celebration of Creativity & Writing in Fingal

12th of October - 12th of November 2016

Welcome to “The Write Time” in Fingal Libraries – a programme of events celebrating creativity and writing in Fingal. Fingal Libraries are hosting a range of workshops and writer talks to spark the imagination and inspire creativity.
Admission is free to all events but booking is essential for all the workshops.
To reserve a place contact the library hosting the event.

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Poetry Workshop with Peter O’Neill (for adults)

Venue: Balbriggan Library - Wednesday 12th of October 5-8pm
Booking essential. Ph 01-870 4401 / email balbrigganlibrary@fingal.ie

Venue: Rush Library - Saturday 15th of October at 2-5pm
Booking essential. Ph 01-870 8414 / email rushlibrary@fingal.ie

Contact the library for further info about this event and to make a booking as places are strictly limited

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Creative Writing Workshop with Shauna Gilligan (for adults)

Venue: Baldoyle Library - Saturday 15th of October at 2-5pm
Booking essential. Ph 01-8906793 / email baldoylelibrary@fingal.ie

Contact the library for further info about this event and to make a booking as places are strictly limited
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Creative Writing Workshop with Nicole Rourke (for adults)

Venue: Blanchardstown Library - Saturday 15th of October at 2.30-4.30pm
Booking essential. Ph 01-8905563 / email blanchlib@fingal.ie

Venue: Swords Library- Saturday 22nd of October at 2.30-4.30pm
Booking essential. Ph 01-8905582 / email swordslibrary@fingal.ie

Venue: Donabate Library: Saturday 5th of November at 2.30-4.30pm
Booking essential. Ph 01-8905609 / email donabate.library@fingal.ie


Contact the library for further info about this event and to make a booking as places are strictly limited
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Publishing Workshop with Claire Hennessy (for adults)

Venue: Skerries Mills - 22nd of October 2.30-4.30pm
Booking essential. Email libraries@fingal.ie or ph 01-8905523


Venue: Malahide Library - 5th November 2.30-4.30pm
Booking essential. Ph 01-870 4430 email malahidelibrary@fingal.ie

Venue: Blanchardstown Library - 12th of November 2.30-4.30pm
Booking essential. Ph 01-8905563 / email blanchlib@fingal.ie

Contact the library for further info about this event and to make a booking as places are strictly limited

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Bilingual Talk by Travel Writer & Adventurer Dermot Somers (for adults)

Venue: Garristown Library: Wednesday 26th October at 7-8pm
To book. Ph 01-8355020 / email garristownlibrary@fingal.ie

Venue: Balbriggan Library: Thursday 27th October at 7-8pm
To book. Ph 01-870 4401 / email balbrigganlibrary@fingal.ie

Tales of Adventure with Dermot Somers
Illustrated Talk and reading
Mountains, Deserts and Nomadic Cultures
Scéalta Eachtraíochta le Dermot Somers
Caint, léamh agus pictiúir
Sléibhte, Gaineamhlaigh agus Treibheanna Fánaíochta

Dermot Somers is a writer, broadcaster, public-speaker and mountaineer. He has presented many Travel and Adventure programmes for TG4 and RTÉ, including a series on great nomadic journeys of the world.
The series has taken him to Siberia, the Sahara, Iran, and Nepal.
His fiction, history, and travel-writing have been published in English and in Irish, winning awards in both languages. As a climber and mountaineer he has travelled the world, with a particular interest in the Alps and the Himalayas. He was a member of the Irish Everest Expedition, 1993.

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Bilingual Talk by Poet & Playwright Celia De Freine (for adults)

Venue: Donabate Library - Monday 7th of November at 6.45-7.45pm
To book, phone 01-8905609 / email donabate.library@fingal.ie

Venue: Howth Library - Wednesday 9th of November at 6.45-7.45pm
To book, phone 01-890 5026 /email howthlibrary@fingal.ie

Celia De Freine will read from her poetry and discuss the role of poet and playwright in today’s society and the challenges she is faced with. She will also debate her approach to writing in two languages, Irish and English.

Léifidh Celia De Freine óna cuid filíochta agus pléifidh sí ról an fhile agus an drámadóra i tsochaí an lae inniu agus an dúshlán os a comhair amach. Déanfaidh sí iniúchadh freisin ar a dearcadh sise maidir le scríbhneoireacht sa dá theanga, an Ghaeilge agus an Béarla.

Celia de Fréine is a poet, playwright, screenwriter, translator and librettist who writes in Irish and English. Awards for her poetry include the Patrick Kavanagh Award (1994) and Gradam Litríochta Chló Iar-Chonnachta (2004). She has published eight poetry collections of poetry to date of which cuir amach seo dom : riddle me this (Arlen House, 2014), Blood Debts (Scotus Press, 2014) and A lesson in Can't (Scotus Press, 2014) are her most recent.

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Creative Writing in Fingal Libraries
Creative Writing Groups meet in Malahide Library, Balbriggan Library and Donabate Library.

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Forum are holding a public meeting about the new runway and the effect on local communities if conditions 3 and 5 are done away with. These conditions relate to night time flights and use of runway /

Its on in the PSLC Portmarnock this Wednesday 5th October at 8pm....free and all welcome!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1203657782987592/

The Davestator

The 10th Annual Irish Cancer Society Valley walk will take place this Saturday, 8th October. Meet at Peacocks, Rivervalley at 1 pm ish to register. walk at 2 pm. Takes about an hour. Buggy friendly and dogs on short led welcome.

No minimum amount. Free refreshments and raffle in peacocks after.

Donabate Library Events for October 2016
Contact us at 01-8905609 Email: donabate.library@fingal.ie


Baby Book Club
The Baby Book Club takes place on Tuesday 25th October at 11.30am. All are welcome to attend with babies and toddlers for stories and music.

Crafting Circle
The Crafting Circle meets every Thursday in the library at 11.00am - everyone is welcome to join - just bring along whatever craft you are working on!


The Parent & Toddler Group
The Parent and Toddler Group meet every Tuesday morning at 10.30am. Drop in and meet with other parents & toddlers.

Creative Writing
The Adult Creative Writing Group meets every second Saturday in the Library at 11.00am.


Creative Writing Workshop
Creative Writing Workshop for adults with Nicole Rourke of Big Smoke Writing Factory will take place on Saturday 5th of November from 2.30 - 4.30pm. Places are limited – please book by calling 01 8905609 or by emailing Donabate.library@fingal.ie.
This workshop is part of “The Write Time” creative writing programme.

Writer Visit
The writer, poet, and playwright, Celia de Fréine will be giving a reading, and discussing her work
in Donabate Library on Monday 7th November, from 6.30 – 7.30pm.
Please book by calling 01 8905609 or by emailing Donabate.library@fingal.ie.

Celia de Fréine is a poet, playwright, screenwriter, translator and librettist who writes in Irish and English. Awards for her poetry include the Patrick Kavanagh Award (1994) and Gradam Litríochta Chló Iar-Chonnachta (2004). Her plays have won many Oireachtas awards and are staged regularly.
This event is part of “The Write Time” creative writing programme.
This is a bilingual event (Irish & English) but is accessible to all.


Active Age for All Events

First Aid Classes
1st Aid classes take place on Tuesdays at 10.00am.

Photography
Photography classes take place on Thursdays 22nd and 29th September at 10.00am.