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Kilkenny County Library
July 2014
Libraries throughout the county are busy this Summertime, with plenty on offer for young and old!
Libraries throughout the county are busy this Summertime, with plenty on offer for young and old! We have Mythical Themed Art sessions, Painting and Craft displays, Irish and French conversation groups, Storysacks for Toddler groups, and Book clubs and Craft groups for all. It's YOUR Service, so take advantage of thats on offer from Urlingford to Ferrybank and Comer to Loughboy, we have 8 branches! There is an annual membership fee of €15 for waged, but it is free to all students, unwaged, children and retired. Visit www.kilkennylibrary.ie for details of Branches and forthcoming events. Join us on Twitter and Facebook too!
Mythical Maze Summer Reading for children!
This year, our libraries have seen a big increase in children taking up our invitation to take part in our Summer Reading Challenge.
The theme for 2014 is Mythical Maze created by top illustrator Sarah McIntyre.
Mythical Maze challenges children aged four to eleven to find their way around a labyrinth that introduces them to fantastical creatures from the world of legend and mythology, collecting stickers of each character along the way. Taking part is easy. All you have to do is read six books to explore the maze and meet some weird and wonderful creatures from myths and legends along the way. Every time you read two books, you can collect a prize and a new set of stickers from the library to reveal some amazing creatures!
There is still plenty of time to complete this free challenge! Drop into any Library for your pack. The challenge ends on August 23rd.
John’s Quay Library
Official Launch of “Kilkenny Folk Tales” by Anne Farrell: Commissioned by The History Press Ireland to record the local stories from long ago, Anne’s collection was officially launched by Regina Fitzpatrick, Director of The Oral History Network of Ireland on Wed. 16th July in City Library.
A large crowd including some of the contributors to the book enjoyed a lovely, relaxed evening.
Anne discussed her journey across the county gathering stories of old, and told us of the many characters she met along the way, with stories from coalmining and caves to weasels and woods. City Library staff were delighted to host the launch of this book which retains the local folk tales for posterity.
Art Exhibition: Local artist Shona Hehir will exhibit a selection of her works in City Library for the month of August.
Heritage Week: Roots Ireland - Tuesday 26th August: Discover your roots in a one-on-one genealogy session using RootsIreland Website with Mary Flood of Rothe House.
Pre-booking is essential. A limited number of 20 minute slots are available between 10 and 12.30pm.Phone 056 779 4174 to book.
World War 1 display: Don’t miss our World War I display at City Library. It includes fiction, history books, poetry books and even a play. We also have a selection of children’s WW1 books on display in the children’s room.
The Quay Book Club: Next meeting will be held on Wednesday 30th July from 11.30-12.30pm.
Title for discussion: The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt. Next titles for discussion are:
August: Every Single Minute by Hugo Hamilton
September: The Luminaries by Eleanor Catton
New members welcome!
French Conversation at City Library: We will continue with French conversation every fortnight starting on Friday 25th July from 11:30 to 12:30. The topic for the first session will be ‘les loisirs’. It is an informal, relaxed gathering. If you would like to join, call us on 056 7794174 to book a place.
Painting by Dawn Hennessey
Painting by Dawn Hennessey
Painting by Dawn Hennessey
Painting by Dawn Hennessey
Painting by Dawn Hennessey
Painting by Dawn Hennessey
Painting by Dawn Hennessey
Graiguenamanagh Library
The children’s reading challenge is up and running don’t forget to bring your white card with you when returning your books and collect your gift and sticker
Exhibitions Paintings by Dawn Hennessy from Goresbridge are on display in the library until August 31st viewing during usual opening hours
Rosie Irwin has a display of hand knitted and crocheted children’s items for sale in the library.
New titles! Some new books in stock Mr Mercedes by Stephen King, The Bones beneath by Mark Billingham, I’ve got you under my skin by Mary Higgins Clark, Just like other daughters by Colleen Faulkner and The time of our lives by Jane Costello and also a selection of new non fiction books in stock
Which do you prefer? On display in the library we have a number of books and DVDs of the same title, we would like you to borrow both book and DVD and tell us which was your favourite the book or the film
Tourist Information now on display in Graiguenamanagh library, local and county information available. Call in and pick up a brochure.
Driver Theory New, 6th edition available at the library, book and CD available to borrow or use on computers here in the Library.
Crafty Crew meet every Wednesday from 10.30 to 12.00, bring your knitting, sewing or any craft work
Selection of forms available in the library (eg) Passport, driver licence, motor tax, please ask at the desk.
FREE Exhibition space available for any art, craft or memorabilia.
FREE Internet Access, just pay for printing. Photocopying service also available in the library.
Contact: 056 7794178
Swan Art at Ferrybank Library
Swan Art at Ferrybank Library
Swan Art at Ferrybank Library
Ferrybank Library
Make a storysack: We are now taking names for our next set of classes starting in September. Parents choose a book & with the leader’s help create props & puppets to enhance the story. This will help your children to learn in a fun way and encourage them to develop a love of books from a young age. This is your chance to explore your creative side and at the same time bring your child’s favourite story to life. For more information contact Ferrybank Library on 051 897200.
Parents & toddlers: The group are taking a well-earned break for the summer but will resume on Thursday mornings in September.
Exhibition: Currently on display are handcrafted paper swans made by talented Ferrybank woman Kathleen Power . These have been much noticed & favourably commented on. They are well worth a view – you will marvel at the amount of work & patience involved ! If you would like to exhibit crafts, painting, photographs etc contact the library to discuss.
Range of services: Remember your local library offers photocopying, scanning, Internet & Wi-Fi. We also have a community notice board for promotion of local events. We also hold a range of forms including passport & application forms for driver theory test – you can also do a practice test in the library before the real thing.
Getting married soon? This month’s themed display is all about weddings – from how to make the best speech, choosing a romantic honeymoon destination to how to get on with the in-laws!
Contact: 051 897200
Toddler butterfly crafts at Castlecomer Library
Toddler butterfly crafts at Castlecomer Library
Toddler butterfly crafts at Castlecomer Library
Castlecomer Library
Prizes and Art for children who read! Kids! It’s not too late to join our Summer Reading Challenge, Mythical Maze! Boys and girls from 4- 12 are welcome to read just 6 books and earn prizes and stickers along the way. Due to demand, we have added two classes to our Mythical Maze Art Classes, they will take place on on Thursday 21st and Tuesday 26th August at 11am – 12.30. €1 per child aged 8-12.
New Books: We order new titles every month, you are welcome to order particular books.
Nattering Knitters: This group has become more popular since their inception 5 years ago, they are currently exhibiting in The Discovery Park. Meet with them every Thursday in the Library from 10am to 12pm.
Heritage Week: Next month we look forward to a programme of events reflecting our Heritage:
“The Golden Era of Ceili Music and dance” on Tuesday 26th August at 7pm
“A picture tells a thousand words” – a display of local photographs.
“Fieldnames of Firoda and Smithstown” a display.
Contact: 056 4440561
Thomastown library
Our recent Horrid Henry workshop was a great success with 13 enthusiastic children taking part. They had 4 projects to complete during the 2 hour workshop, and with a lot of hard work and encouragement from tutor Caroline Sloan all 13 children left with great works of art. A very enjoyable afternoon.
Thomastown book club meets on Wednesday August 6th at 2.15pm. The book to be discussed this month is ‘The woman who went to bed for a year’ Sue Townsend.
Last months choice ‘In the forest’ by Edna O’Brien divided the camp with some who could not get past the first few chapters to those who read and enjoyed the book. New members always welcome drop in for a cuppa and a chat.
With most of us availing of the good weather to walk both ourselves and our dogs don’t forget to pick up poop scoops free in the library now and keep our country side and beautiful walks enjoyable for all.
New photocopying service in Thomastown library now A4 Black copy 10 cent each and A4 colour copy €2 each.
Contact: 056 7794331
Poetry workshop with Michael Creagh
Poet Michael Creagh is from Rathdowney, Co Laois.
Poet Michael CreaghPoetry workshop with Michael Creagh
Poet Michael Creagh
Poet Michael Creagh
Poetry workshop with Michael Creagh
Poet Michael Creagh is from Rathdowney, Co Laois.
Poet Michael CreaghLoughboy Library
Poetry Workshop with poet Michael Creagh from Rathdowney, Co Laois. For the past few years Mick has been visiting schools and libraries reading his poems for children and adults. He gets his audience actively involved through role play allowing them to don costumes and wigs and casting them in an impromptu fashion as the characters in his poems. As one young student said “Mick Makes Poetry Cool”.
Mick will host a free poetry workshop for 8-12 year olds at Loughboy Library on Friday July 25th at 11am. Booking 056 7794176.
Ciorcal Comhrá Gaeilge-Irish Circle: Beidh an Ciorcal ar súil I rith an tSamhraidh. Tar anseo gach Céadaoin ar a haon déag a chlog. Tá fáilte romhaibh.
Toddler Hour: Storytime with simple crafts continues on Thursdays at 11.30am on the following dates: July 24th & 31st, Aug 7th, 14th & 28th. Children up to 7 are welcome during the Summer.
Great Reads recommended by Staff: Ask any member of staff to recommend a good read for your summer holiday!
Writers' Workshop with Catherine Dunne: Members of our Writers Group meet at Loughboy Library on Thursdays at 2pm. They recently enjoyed a wonderful workshop hosted by best-selling Dublin author Catherine Dunne.
Contact: 056 7794176
New Books Published locally:
We would like to draw your attention to two little gems recently published by the Newpark Resource Centre, supported by a grant from the Kilkenny Borough Council: “Other things my granny said” and as gaeilge “Seanfhocail mo sheanmháthar”. Priced at only €5 for the two books, they bring us back in time, and remind us of our rich spoken heritage. Remember quips such as “A wild goose never reared a gosling” or Is minic a bhris beal duine a shrón” (A person’s mouth often broke his nose).
Well done to all who participated in this project - pick up a copy at the Centre! Or borrow from your Library.
Hello Magazine online!
Library members can access over 25 magazines through our website! Think of the savings each month when you can now read from your PC, tablet or smartphone! The Zinio emagazine link can be accessed from www.kilkennylibrary.ie. It’s easy to download. The latest title to be added to the collection is Hello! Magazine. Other popular titles include National Geographic, Woman and Home, Health and Photography titles.
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