Beidh Leabharlanna Chathair Bhaile Átha Cliath dúnta ó dé Sathairn 3 go dtí Luain 5 Meitheamh 2023 (araon san áireamh). Athosclóidh leabharlanna brainse Dé Máirt, 6 Meitheamh.
We’d like to say a huge thank you to all of the authors and organisations who helped make the programme possible, including The Ark, Gaiety School of Acting, Dublin Circus Project, ReCreate, The Rediscovery Centre, Dublin Zoo, Createschool, Dogs Trust, Junior Einsteins Science Club, Sarah Tully, Sarah Bowie, Sadhbh Devlin and Sadhbh Rosenstock.
This Saturday, join us for #GetIrelandGrowing Day. Download the GIY app and discover 12 simple but powerful challenges to help people connect with nature through food growing. Expect special guests, spot prizes, demonstrations and lots of fun.
Catch up with the Historian-in-Residence for Children
One thing that has become really clear from talking to children is the huge role that reading plays in fostering their interest in history. Often reading historical fiction is a kind of gateway into exploring a particular historical period or topic. In response to this, I co-designed with a group of very dedicated young readers of history, a monthly history book group for children.
Storytime with the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Hazel Chu
As a special treat, the Lord Mayor will read one of Alex’s favourite books for everyone. It’s called, A Dublin Fairytale, written and beautifully illustrated by Nicola Colton and published by The O’Brien Press. Watch out for famous Dublin landmarks and some dodgy Dublin characters in this re-telling of a familiar fairy tale.
Here are the six novels shortlisted for the 2021 International Booker Prize, the prestigious award which celebrates the finest translated fiction from around the world.
Did you know that today, Wednesday 21st April, is World Creativity and Innovation Day? This day was established to honour the creative and innovative skills of people around the world.
While lockdown endures I find my self-resolve and drive is going in the opposite direction. Because of the lack of social contact (except for my dog and cat who can be better company than most) and the lack of cultural events and stimulus I’m finding my daily routines becoming more of a drudge than ever.