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Dublin City Council Libraries celebrate Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union with EU Reads — a curated collection showcasing literature from all 27 EU Member States.

Discover literature from across Europe and join events in your local library from July to January.

Summer Stars runs from the 2 of June - 31 of August 2026. Get Reading! Now that school is over you can still spark your imagination, join in activities and take part in our exciting Summer Stars challenge.

Beidh Leabharlanna Chathair Bhaile Átha Cliath dúnta ó dé Sathairn 30 Bealtaine go dtí Luain 1 Meitheamh 2026 (araon san áireamh).

Dublin City Libraries will be closed from Saturday 30 May to Monday 1 June 2026 (inclusive). Our online services will continue as usual.

Every child in the country starting in junior infants in September 2026 will receive a bag containing three books covering the themes of going to school, friendship, and being comfortable in yourself.

Grow the skills you need at your local library.

With Spring into Storytime encouraging the importance of families reading together and sharing stories, Dublin City Council Storyteller in Residence has shared a list of picture books to read along with your children!

Dublin Climate Action Week will take place from the 11th - 17th of May 2026 and is organised by the four Dublin Local Authorities, the Dublin Climate Action Regional Office (CARO) and Dublin’s Energy Agency, Codema.