Every April libraries throughout Ireland celebrate Spring Into Storytime. Part of our national Right To Read initiative, Spring Into Storytime encourages a love of reading and books, and is aimed at children throughout the country. A celebration of families, and of coming together around a good story, this is the perfect opportunity to share your favourite […]
As part of Westmeath County Council’s Creative Ireland Programme for 2025, Westmeath Arts Office is delighted to announce its 2025 Creative Practitioners in Residence. This residency programme is a county wide initiative that was open to creative practitioners across all creative fields. Shane Kelleher, Andrea Cullen, Jonathan Farrelly, Taz Kelleher and Maria Corcoran have each […]
Join us for Creative Fusion: Tech and Tradition, a series of free events exploring creativity through the intersection of modern technology and traditional crafts. Through workshops, talks, and demonstrations you'll find an opportunity to explore and develop your own creative nature in a relaxed and informative setting.Funded by Creative Ireland & Westmeath County Council. In these workshops Anna […]
News * Mary Molesworth Portrait Competition* First Prize €500 and display of the winning entry at Belvedere House Visitor Centre for 12 months, 2nd Prize €200 , Under 18s €100 closing date for registration 21st March for more details contact: mmolesworthfestival@gmail.com *Adopt a Monument* Mentoring Scheme by the Heritage Council to help communities become actively […]
On Wednesday 12th March Westmeath’s ‘Not Around Us’ campaign was launched by the Leas Cathaoirleach of Westmeath County Council Cllr. Michael Dollard. The ‘Not Around Us’ awareness campaign is an initiative to discourage nicotine/tabacco/vaping use for the next generation. It is an ask from young people to refrain from smoking or vaping in places where […]
Westmeath Libraries is delighted to announce that Mullingar Library has been named as Library of the Year for the Island of Ireland by the British Book Awards 2025. This newly introduced award celebrates libraries that excel in engaging readers and implementing initiatives that deeply benefit their communities. The award recognises Mullingar Library for its inclusive […]
The closing date for submission has been extended to Thursday 10th April 2025, 12pm Westmeath Arts Office invites youth organisations, community groups, and creatives to apply for funding for this years Cruinniú na nÓg gathering, taking place on Saturday June 7th 2025. Cruinniú na nÓg is a flagship initiative of the Creative Ireland Programme’s Creative Youth Plan to enable […]
During the month of February, libraries across the country celebrated Ireland Reads, an initiative by the Government of Ireland to promote the joy of reading. Here at Mullingar Library, we concluded the celebrations with a Found Poetry Workshop. The students from 4th Class at St. Tolas National School in Delvin were also celebrating Creative February, […]
We celebrated Valentine's Day this week in true Mullingar Library style with one of our beloved arts and crafts sessions! Hearts, glitter, and creativity filled the air as everyone joined in the fun. Watch this space for more arts and crafts sessions next month!
Ar an 1 Feabhra a chomóirtear Lá Fhéile Bríde. Beidh Leabharlanna na h-Iarmhí dúnta ó 5.00pm Dé hAoine 31/01/2025 go dtí 9.40am Dé Máirt 04/02/2025 Ná déan dearmad faoi Mo Leabharlann Oscailte.Leabharlann féinseirbhíse gan fhoireann is ea Mo Leabharlann Oscailte, atá ar fáil i Leabharlannaí Bhaile na gCros, an Móta agus an Muileann gCearr gach […]