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  • Star Wars – The Rise Of Skywalker

    Star Wars – The Rise Of Skywalker

    Author: Rae Carson Genre: Adult Fiction (Sci-fi, Fantasy) Reviewed by: Aoife, Newbridge library Witness the epic final chapter of the Skywalker saga with the official novelization of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, including expanded scenes and additional content not seen in theaters!  The Resistance has been reborn. The spark of rebellion is rekindling across the galaxy.… Read more

  • Spring into Storytime Events

    Spring into Storytime Events

    Spring into Story Time is a celebration of reading together which runs in libraries across thecountry every April. This year Kildare Libraries will host Spring into Storytime online in April and May. We will have a mix of pre-recorded and live story telling through Zoom. All Zoom story times are free but require booking.  Play and Music… Read more

  • Midnight Sun Book Review

    Midnight Sun Book Review

    Author: Stephenie Meyer Genre: Young Adult Fiction Reviewed by: Aoife, Newbridge library When Edward Cullen and Bella Swan met in Twilight, an iconic love story was born. But until now, fans have heard only Bella’s side of the story. At last, readers can experience Edward’s version in the long-awaited companion novel, Midnight Sun. This unforgettable tale, as told through… Read more

  • Maynooth Library Easter Holidays Creative Writing Competition for Ages 10- 12 – Winning Entry

    Maynooth Library Easter Holidays Creative Writing Competition for Ages 10- 12 – Winning Entry

    Maynooth Library hosted an Easter Holidays Creative Writing Competition for Ages 7-12 and was overwhelmed by the exceptional talent on display in the entries. The winning story from the 10-12 category is the immersive Fantasy ‘Spirit of Spring’ by Tiago aged 12 years old.  Spirit of Spring A long time ago, there was a boy… Read more

  • Maynooth Library Easter Holidays Creative Writing Competition for Ages 7-9 – Winning Entry

    Maynooth Library Easter Holidays Creative Writing Competition for Ages 7-9 – Winning Entry

    Maynooth Library hosted an Easter Holidays Creative Writing Competition for Ages 7-12 and was overwhelmed by the exceptional talent on display in the entries. The winning story from the 7-9 category is the witty and playful ‘Fizzelpoz and Snezywooz’ by Finley who is 8 years old.  Fizzelpoz and Snezywooz Fizzelpoz was a small boy. Nobody… Read more

  • Easy Delicious Porridge Bread

    Easy Delicious Porridge Bread

    By Ann Kearney, Athy Library Ingredients Needed:  1 medium egg 500g tub low fat natural yoghurt 2 yoghurt tubs Porridge Oats  (Use the empty yoghurt pot to measure your oats) 2 tsp bicarbonate of soda A dessert spoon of treacle (optional) 1/2 tsp salt  Optional: 100g of mixed seeds or chopped nuts (pumpkin, sunflower, chia… Read more