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Guide to Downloading Bolinda BorrowBox eBooks to an eReader or PC
Borrowbox eBooks can be used on all eReaders except Kindle eReaders (however Kindle Fire and Amazon Fire Tablets do allow you to download the Borrowbox app and read Borrowbox eBooks). Step 1 Install Adobe Digital Editions To read eBooks on your eReader or PC you will need to install Adobe Digital Editions on your computer.… Read more
Knitted Easter Bunny
By Catherine Hi Everyone, Happy Easter to you all. I was working on this knitted Easter bunny egg cozy for a small chocolate egg and thought it might be a nice Easter knit for this weekend. ‘How to make a bunny egg cozy’ What you need 3: Cast on 4: Knit square Picture 5: Stitch… Read more
Easter Egg Paper Decorations
By Aoife, Newbridge Library You will need: Printable template for Easter eggs (you can find one online) Printer White paper/green paper Colouring supplies (coloured markers, coloured pencils, glitter…..whatever you have) Scissors Glue How to make: This craft starts with a printable Easter egg template. These can be found online from easypeasyandfun.com. *My template has six… Read more
Kildare Library eServices Webshow
Take some time to learn about the e-services available to you for free through your local Kildare Library Service. Learn how to access eBooks and eAudiobooks, or online classes, digital newspapers, eMagazines and even learn a new language online. Join us on Zoom for a guide to getting started with this service by booking your… Read more
A Nature Treasure Hunt
By Maynooth Library Scavenger hunts are an exciting way to get children exploring the natural world. They are also a great way to add fun to family walks. Use our Nature Treasure Hunt Sheet to get some inspiration. Head out any time in April and see what you can find. There are even some nature… Read more
Snow
Author: John Banville Genre: Adult – Mystery Reviewer: Kevin – Athy / Castledermot Library Synopsis: While spending some rest time at his fathers’ home, D.I. St John Strafford is directed to attend the horrific murder of Ballyglass parish priest Tom Lawless; whose body was found at the home of the once influential family of Ballyglass; The Osborne’s. Not only… Read more
