Information Page April 2015

Kilkenny County Library Information page!
Library News!
“A Library without books is like a room without windows” Heinrich Mann
The month of May has arrived
and with it, we celebrate of Bealtaine,
the national celebration of activity and
creativity as we age! 60 is the new 50!!!!
There are many free events and
activities to attend free of charge
in our Libraries this month, including
Mindfulness classes, Gardening
classes, Book clubs, Computer classes,
Exhibitions, Craft sessions, Health and
exercise talks, a percy French Singalong,
and even a Traditional Music Session!
Thomastown
New titles in stock
The weather had taken a turn for the better and all the spring
cleaning is done, now it’s time to clear the cobwebs from your
mind, let us help with our selection of
mindfulness and self help books. Listed
below are some of the new titles in stock
Becoming your real self – Dr Eddie
Murphy; Dr Eddie Murphy’s fifteen years’
experience as a psychologist has given
him a bedrock of knowledge and wisdom
about what’s really going on in Irish
minds. On the hit TV show Operation
Transformation his work leads to many
light-bulb moments among participants.
Now Eddie shares his methods for building
up and maintaining mental fitness and a
positive outlook.
Laughing all the way to the Mosque –
Zarqa Nawaz
Five steps to happiness – Enda Murphy
Life is there to be enjoyed not endured!
Late Fragments, everything I want to tell you about this magnificent
life – Kate Gross
The art of asking, how I learned to stop worrying and Let people Help
– Amanda Palmer
Mindfulness talk for
Bealtaine
An introduction to mindfulness
with practitioner Deirdre Dowling
on May 15th at 2.30pm, this is a
free talk, and all are welcome.
Thomastown book club meets on
Wednesday 6th May at 2.15pm,
and titles for discussion are: ‘Lila’
by Marilyn Robinson and ‘A short history of tractors in the Ukrainian
by Marina Lewycka’ All welcome.
Go Green!
Brochures and fridge magnets with information on Greener living and
preventing food waste now available to pick up in the library.
Contact: 056 7794331
thomastown@kilkennylibrary.ie
Urlingford
Urlingford Library has books on almost
everything. If we don’t stock a book we will
certainly do our best to get it for you.
Life’s too short to miss out on a great read!
Just call in and look around, you will be surprised and hopefully
delighted with our selection of books, dvds, magazines and cds.
What’s not to love about your local library
Computer Classes begin
on Tuesday May 5th
Contact: 056/7794182
urlingford@kilkennylibrary.ie
City Library:
The Quay Book Club meet on
Wednesday next, 29th April
at 11.30am, to discuss.
The History of Loneliness by
John Boyne. New members are
always welcome.The title being
discussed at the May meeting is
My Sister, My Love by Joyce Carol
Oates.
6 Book Challenge Closing date
The 6 book Challenge finishes today (Wed. 22nd April). All diaries
are due back by 8pm.The presentation ceremony will take place
in the City Library next Wednesday, 29th April for all participants
at 11.30am. Only those who have returned diaries will receive
invitations, so don’t forget!
Exhibition
The artwork of Tia Vellani will be on display in City Library until the
end of April. Tia creates designs based on classical music and
weaves them into tapestries of tiny coloured glass beads.
Bealtaine events
E-Books, Audio- Books and E-Magazines
Want to learn more about Kilkenny Library’s online resources? Why
not book in and staff will show you how to use these FREE resources!
Introduction to using Kilkenny Library’s audio & E-books: Thursday
14th May 11am.
Introduction to using Kilkenny Library’s online magazines:
Thursday 14th May 12pm.
Places limited are limited, so booking is essential.
Phone 056 779 4174 or book at the desk
Introduction to Mindfulness
Deirdre Dowling will give 2 free taster sessions on Mindfulness in City
Library on Wednesday 13th at 7pm and Friday 29th May 11am.
Contact: 056 7794175 citylibrary@kilkennylibrary.ie.
Graiguenamanagh Library News
Free Computer Classes starting in the library on May 5th.
Please call into the library or phone 056 7794178 to book your place.
Photographic exhibition by Kevin Higgins
of Kilkenny Photographic Society on display.in the library viewing
during usual opening times
Green Dog
Walkers - sign up to be a Green
Dog walker and collect your arm
band and doggie bag and a hivis at the Library
Crafty Crew meet every
Wednesday from 10.30 to 12.00,
if you would like to meet, knit,
sew, crochet, embroider or any
craft come along for chat and a cuppa
Contact: 056/7794178 graiguenamanagh@kilkennylibrary.ie
Callan
Callan Library has a fantastic selection of dvds for borrowing. Dvds
such as Hanna- a quirky thriller, Sherlock Holmes- with two gorgeous
male leads, Kick-Ass 2- if you loved Kick-Ass you will certainly love
this! We have thrillers, comedies and everything in between.
Just call in and make your choice. Don’t forget to buy the popcorn!
Castlecomer
Bealtaine events!
We will host the following free events
for the annual festival:
Mindfulness Talk-the what, the how
and the why of practising mindfulness
on Thursday 7th May at 11am. We
also have a Bibloitherapy collection
of books on mindfulness and mental
health
Hanging Baskets and window boxes
with Eva Holmes on Tuesday 19th May
at 7pm
The Stories and Times of Percy
French on Tuesday 26th May at7pm,
this is a ticketed event, but free of
charge. Pick your ticket up from desk.
Parent and Toddler Storytime and Crafts
Drop in for this free session on Thursday mornings for an hour at
11.30am. Listen to a story and make something pretty!
Exhibition
The Story of Kilkenny’s architecture
continues
until April 30th.“Traditional Field Gates”
a display of photos and information
on Vernacular. Wrought Iron Gates will
be on display from May 5th – 23rd,
suitable for all, especially schools.
We offer free display space for individuals and community groups in
blocks of 2-4 weeks
Book Club
The Afternoon Book Club will meet at 2.30 on Tuesday April 28th to
chat about: “Us” by David Nicholls. May’s title is “The Paying Guest”
by Sarah Waters This lively group welcomes new members. Free
copies of these titles are available to borrow.
Irish conversation Circle
We welcome anybody who wishes to converse “as Gaeilge” on
Wednesday May 6th at 10.00. The group meets every month.
Nattering Knitters
Anyone who wishes to join this group is welcome, whether it is to
learn a new craft or to participate in this happy group, come along
any Thursday from 1am – 12pm.
Free Computer Classes for beginners starting soon.
Fully booked for now.
Contact: Phone:056/4440561 Castlecomer@kilkennylibrary.ie
Loughboy
Bealtaine Events will take place at
Loughboy Library on Fridays
at 11am during the month of May.
May 1st-Tea Day in aid of the
Alzheimer Society. Tea Day is a
social occasion where thousands of
people come together to drink tea
and raise funds for The Alzheimer
Society of Ireland.
May 8th-Mindfulness Talk-the what,
the how and the why of practising
mindfulness. May 15th-Make Your
Own Natural Beauty Products
Demonstration May 22nd-Exercise
& Healthy Living with Kilkenny
Recreation and Sports Partnership
May 29th-Traditional Irish Music
Session. All events are free. Active
Retired Groups and individuals are welcome
Computer Courses-learn new IT skills in the comfort of
your local library with an ECDL Equal Skills Qualification. This is a
fun, informal and uncomplicated introduction to computers and the
Internet for beginners. Courses will run on Thursdays and Fridays
from 2-4pm for five weeks and are particularly aimed at job seekers.
For more information on starting dates and bookings please contact
Loughboy Library
Toddler Hour-toddlers and parents busy making Easter crafts
at Loughboy Library. Toddler Hour takes place on Thursdays
at 11.30am
Batik Exhibition by Agata Atlasik
continues until May 1st. Batik is the
process of waxing and dyeing. Agatha
has lived and worked in Ireland since
2005. Her contemporary pieces in this
collection are created on cotton and silk.
Recommended Reads-library borrowers and staff recently enjoyed
Serena by Rob Rash, The Woman Upstairs by Claire Messud and
Joseph by John McKenna. New titles which will be available to book
clubs countywide include I Am Pilgrim by Terry Healy, Us by David
Nicholls, Road Ends by Mary Lawson and Academy Street by Mary
Costelloe. Villa America by Lisa Klaussmann, which is currently being
discussed on the Pat Kenny Radio Show Book Club, will also be in
stock. Contact: Tel 056 7794176 • loughboy@kilkennylibrary.ie
World Book Night
Is tomorrow Thursday April 23rd, and
Kilkenny Library is delighted to have been
chosen as an Institutional Book Giver, thanks
to The Reading Agency which has donated
thousands of books
throughout Braitain and Ireland. Some of our
Book Club Members will receive free books
to give to people who don’t normally enjoy
the pleasure of owning and reading a book!
Ferrybank Library
FREE - MABS Workshop Friday, 24th April 2015 @ 11:00am – .
No appointment necessary. All are welcome.
CHESS – Is your child interested in learning how to play chess? If yes, then now
is the chance to sign up. Starting Thursday 14th May 2015 from 3:30 – 4:30pm
each Thursday for four weeks. Open to children in 4th to 6th classes only.
Spaces limited, so early booking advisable.
Education Training Board Computer Classes - commencing Tuesday 5th May
at 2:30pm and continuing Friday 8th May at 10:30am and will run for five weeks.
We are taking names now, places given on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.
Multicultural – The Library caters for a variety of languages including
• Beginners English and Irish • Language Resources online
• Language courses including learning English as a foreign language
• Self-issue system in a variety of languages
Contact: 051 897200 ferrybank@kilkennylibrary.ie