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Lord Mayor’s Certificate course in Local Studies

The Lord Mayor’s Certificate course in Local Studies is offered by Dublin City Council (DCC) as part of its commitment to life-long learning. The course examines the local dimension of Ireland’s past and is taught in an engaging and accessible manner by DCC Historian in Residence Cathy Scuffil.
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25 August 2025

A Special Collection for Little Readers – with Health in mind

One of the aims of the collection is to reassure parents that we have books in stock for them specifically, as sterile as possible if they are nervous about infection
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21 August 2025

Back to School Resources

To use a library resource, and to use it from home, you may need your library card and password.
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18 August 2025

Libraries: a lifeline for local communities

Libraries are one of THE most important gathering places in our communities. Not only are they places of learning and personal growth but leisure.
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26 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

Pod Oibre – Leabharlann Lárnach

The work pod has been installed to provide a more private collaborative space for patrons to use for workforce related work e.g. online interviews, training, group project work or (non-fee) tutoring. The unit is equipped with power and can seat up to four people. This policy outlines the rules and guidelines for use of the facility.
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3 April 2023

The work pod in the Central Library

The work Pod at the Central Library provides a more private collaborative space for library members to use for work related activities e.g. online interviews, training, group project work or (non-fee) tutoring. The unit is equipped with power and can seat up to four people.
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3 April 2023

Hublet tablet lending device

Our new Hublets allow you to borrow a tablet and use it in the library. No longer are eBooks, magazines, movies, menus, or self-help apps limited to those that have their own electronic devices. 
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23 February 2023

Makerspace at Coolock Library 

Makerspaces have become one of the primary places to learn crafts, trades, and technology. The Maker Space at Coolock Library is a multi-use, creative and educational community space.
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23 February 2023

Sustainable Construction

Part of the Climate, Energy, and Sustainability Collection from Kevin Street Library.
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19 September 2021