From 1 May 2024, BorrowBox will offer library members access to newspapers and magazines as well as eBooks and audiobooks. The Libby and PressReader services will no longer be available to library members.
Dublin City Libraries have lots on offer for our younger members! As well as books, we have lots of free online resources for fun or for homework help.
Shoppers at a new Lidl store in Dublin will get a unique insight into the city's medieval past. The remains of an 11th century house are clearly visible beneath a glass section of the floor of the store on Aungier Street in the city centre.
How often have you heard it said "I couldn't draw to save my life" or '"I couldn't draw a straight line" You CAN draw! The ability to draw is a skill that anyone can learn and does not depend on talent. It is a fundamental life skill, just like reading and writing. Want to learn how to draw? Or to improve your artistic skills and discover new techniques?
Got a question? Need help with something? Your friendly Dublin City Librarians are here and eager to help answer your questions online and in real time. How it works:During the hours of 10am-12pm and 2-4pm, Monday to Friday, simply click on the icon on the bottom right of the Libraries' homepage, type your question into the online chat box that appears, and one our team will get back to you straight away. Outside of these hours, you can leave a message and your email address and we’ll get back to you. Ask-a-Librarian, Monday to Friday, 10am-12pm and 2-4pm.
Improve your physical and psychological health with the Great Courses
From martial arts to mindfulness, from the essentials of weight training to the science of health and happiness, the Great Courses has a fantastic selection of courses to help you improve your health and well-being.
All early learning and care settings in the country are to receive a book on the theme of friendship and a booklet from Barnardos called ‘Supporting Friendships in Early Learning and Care’.
The beginning of May is associated with the Celtic festival Lá Bealtaine. This marked the start of the season of blossoming flowers and fruit trees. Traditionally, belfires are lit on the evening before May Day.
Thanks for bearing with us as we work to resolve teething problems with our new online system. Your library service now has its own online catalogue where you can search and reserve items and log in and manage your account. The online catalogue for Dublin City members is https://dublincity.spydus.ie