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Borrow C-Pen reading pens from our branches

Make reading easier with a C-Pen, now available to borrow from all of our libraries.
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23 September 2024

New library proposed for Drimnagh / Crumlin

New library proposed for Drimnagh/Crumlin. Dublin City Council wishes to give notice that it intends to initiate the process leading to an application under Part 8 of the Local Government Planning & Development Regulations 2001 (as amended) for the construction of a new public library and renovation of existing building to create a new public amenity on Crumlin Road.
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19 September 2024

Back to college: library resources

We have an extensive selection of resources that third-level students can make use of to get ahead in their learning.
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10 September 2024

Staff Pick: Dissolution

A masterclass in historical fiction, Dissolution is the first in the excellent Tudor crime series starring Matthew Shardlake.
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10 September 2024

Staff pick: Two books on the history of craft

The fascination and the frustration involved in the history of craft.
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9 September 2024

Staff Pick: Dublin: The Making of a Capital City

This book does a brilliant job of tracing how Dublin evolved over the centuries—from its humble Viking beginnings right up to its status as a buzzing European capital.
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9 September 2024

Staff Pick: Rag and Bone

A family history of what we’ve thrown away
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9 September 2024

Maureen O’Hara plaque unveiling: Sat 7 Sept

Unveiling a commemorative plaque in honour of the iconic Irish actress, Maureen O’Hara, on Sat, 7 Sept. at 11am at O’Hara’s childhood home, 32 Beechwood Avenue Upper, Ranelagh, Dublin 6, D06 E9T4.
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5 September 2024

Library in the Community

The section’s main aim is to go out into the community and let people know about all the amazing things available in their library, both in branch and online.
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4 September 2024

Starting school

Going to school for the first time is a big milestone in a child's life. It's an exciting, yet somewhat nervous time for the whole family. We have put together a list of some of our favourite 'Going to School' books, which we hope will help your family navigate this new experience. All books are available to borrow or reserve in your local library.
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13 August 2024