Game on! Gaming in the Library
Published on 3rd July 2025
What do gaming events and programmes bring to the library?
Our new gaming programmes for teens are primarily social events. They are as much about fun, socialising and relationship building as gameplay.
There also offer opportunities to learn and gain new experiences.
- New users (who may not visit the library) gain insight into how the library may be relevant to them.
- Regular users may see the library in a new light.
- All users may be prompted to use other non-gaming library services.
- Ideally, all users have a positive library experience.
- Gaming programmes epitomise the library as third place, creating a community place between home and work/school to socialise and play
- Gaming events are also being used to encourage print literacy.
- Gaming events may be educational in nature.
Staff member Colm using the VR rig in Donaghmede Library.
Press Start: Gaming club for teens in Donaghmede Library
Press Start is a chance for young people to get hands on with gaming in the library. Competitive and co-operative games from the PS4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch will feature, fostering both healthy competition and teamwork.
Attendees will also get a chance to try out the future of gaming using our HP Reverb Virtual Reality headset!
Every Wednesday from 2-4pm.
Strictly 12-16 years old ONLY
The set up for the gaming club in Coolock Library.
Game on: Games night at Coolock Library
Every Wednesday 6-7.30pm
Age 10-14 years
Booking essential
T: 01222 8490 | E: [email protected]