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Learn Irish for free with some of Dublin City Libraries’ online resources

Get into the mood this Valentines Day with the most romantic picks from our library catalogue.

The first book printed in the Irish language did not appear until 1571, over one hundred years after Gutenberg’s invention. The earliest works printed in Irish and using the Irish typeface were religious works commissioned by Queen Elizabeth I which aimed to convert Irish speakers to the reformed church.

Copies of Written on the Body are available in our libraries, and also as an eBook on Borrowbox.

To facilitate staff training and continuing professional development (CPD), all Dublin City Library Branches will close at 1 pm on Thursday 20 February. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Are you in Secondary School and a book lover?

Ask your parent for permission to participate in this competition. All entries will be entered into the prize draw. The best videos will be shared on our social media. We can't wait to see your reels!

Beidh Leabharlanna Chathair Bhaile Átha Cliath dúnta ag 1 pm Déardaoin 20 Feabhra. 

As part of Healthy Ireland at your Library funding, we're rolling out Lightboxes to all our branche to which would be provided in all our Librar help prevent Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) in the darker months.