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Building for Tomorrow: Kildare Libraries Set Bold Course for the Future
Kildare County Council has launched Building for Tomorrow – Kildare Library Service Plan 2025-2029, a bold five year strategy to transform public libraries into inclusive, innovative and sustainable community hubs. From new libraries in Clane and Newbridge to expanded digital services and climate conscious design, the plan outlines a fresh vision that puts people and… Read more
Recommended Reads for Easter
Elaine from Kildare Library HQ has some great recommended reads for children, which are perfect for the Easter weekend! Read more
Kildare Library Service Launches New Podcast: Kildare Reads
Kildare Library Service is thrilled to announce the launch of its new podcast, Kildare Reads, a celebration of books, authors, and the joy of reading. Read more
Book Review: Spinning Silver
Title: Spinning Silver Author: Naomi Novik Genre: Fantasy Reviewed by: Aoife, Leixlip Library Miryem is the daughter and granddaughter of moneylenders, but her father’s inability to collect his debts has left his family on the edge of poverty—until Miryem takes matters into her own hands. Hardening her heart, the young woman sets out to claim… Read more
Book Review: Sapiens
Title: Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind Author: Yuval Noah Harari Genre: Adult Non-Fiction, History Reviewed by: Brian, Athy Library How do you write a history of the world in 500 pages and make it comprehensive, engaging and original? This is something that Yuval Noah Harari has managed to do, but by taking a somewhat… Read more
Recommended Reads for Saint Brigid’s Weekend
By Elaine, Newbridge This year, Ireland will be celebrating Saint Brigid on Monday 3rd February, which means that the schools will be closed and parents if they’re lucky, will be off work. So why not pick up a book and learn something about one of Ireland’s most loved and well-known saints for the that… Read more
