Library News

6 September 2022
Sensory stories

We are delighted to announce a series of events in Westmeath Libraries around the world of Sensory Story times. Sensory stories can open up a world of different experiences for participants. This programme of events will include story times in our libraries, as well as a series of talks for parents/carers/teachers. Funded by Dormant Accounts […]

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26 August 2022
Adult Education Information Morning

As the summer season ends perhaps you are considering doing a course to up-skill? Or are you thinking of taking up a hobby or training in something new and different?  Why not drop into Castlepollard Library on Wednesday the 31st of August between 10am and 1pm to meet with Niamh Penrose from the Longford Westmeath […]

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26 August 2022
LOTE online for kids now available

LOTE online for kids is now available to all members of Westmeath Libraries. This is an online database of digital picture books in World Languages that allows children to enjoy the magic of books in Languages Other Than English. There are 1500+ digital picture books in 50+ languages, with new books and languages released each […]

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14 August 2022
Delightful event in Kilbeggan library

Westmeath Libraries hosted a delightful event in Kilbeggan library recently. On a beautiful Summer evening Anna Brown from Big Sky Flowers gave a demonstration on Jam Jar flower arranging. Anna provided everything necessary for the event participants to make their own lovely arrangements. She brought along a vast selection of gorgeous fragrant flowers for the […]

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25 July 2022
Inspire your world at the library

We have events for all ages and interests, helping to inspire you to create the space you want to live in. From arts and crafts, to gardening and sustainability, there is sure to be something to interest you. Find out more about how can help you to inspire your world at the library by following […]

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18 July 2022
My Open Library comes to Westmeath

The My Open Library initiative allows you to access from 8am through until 10pm, seven days a week. Your library is your space to relax and read, study and research, write and use the computers and have access to a printer. My Open Library is available in Castlepollard and Moate libraries, to sign up to […]

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7 July 2022
Dog's Trust visits to Westmeath Libraries

Join Paul from Dog's Trust Ireland in Westmeath Libraries this August for information and advice on staying Dog Safe, as well as animations, stickers, fun and more. For 6-12 year olds. Test your knowledge on dog safety with Paul from Dog's Trust Ireland. Featuring animations, stickers and even some colouring, this is the summer library […]

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21 June 2022
Killucan Call & Collect

Westmeath Libraries are delighted to announce that we will be launching a Call and Collect Service from Killucan from Monday 20th June 2022.  All you need to do is contact Westmeath Libraries by phone on 044 9332161 or email mgarlib@westmeathcoco.ie and let us know what your reading interests are. We will then make a selection for you, or […]

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10 June 2022
Book Club

Interested in joining a book club? We have plenty of options for you in Westmeath with book clubs for Adults and Children in different libraries around the county. Athlone Library host a children's book club "A Novel Idea" meeting on the 1st Saturday of every month at 11.30am. This group is full at the moment […]

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3 March 2022
Toys at the library

Westmeath Libraries are delighted to announce that we have started to develop a Toy Library, enabling you to borrow toys and games from Westmeath Libraries. Check the catalogue to see some of the options available Westmeath Libraries’ Toys & Games promotes play for adults and children of all ages, enabling families and individuals to borrow quality […]

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