Young people playing chess

Event

Introduction to Chess for ages 9 – 13

Kilrush Library

  • Workshop
  • Children's Services

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Young people playing chess

Event

Introduction to Chess for ages 9 – 13

Kilrush Library

  • Workshop
  • Children's Services

Find out more…

Young people playing chess

Event

Introduction to Chess for ages 9 – 13

Kilrush Library

  • Workshop
  • Children's Services

Find out more…

Young people playing chess

Event

Introduction to Chess for ages 9 – 13

Kilrush Library

  • Workshop
  • Children's Services

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News

Cruinniú na nÓg 2024

Cruinniú na nÓg, a national day of free creativity for children and young people under 18, took place in Clare…

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Young people playing chess

Event

Introduction to Chess for ages 9 – 13

Kilrush Library

  • Workshop
  • Children's Services

Find out more…

Young people playing chess

Event

Introduction to Chess for ages 9 – 13

Kilrush Library

  • Workshop
  • Children's Services

Find out more…

Young people playing chess

Event

Introduction to Chess for ages 9 – 13

Kilrush Library

  • Workshop
  • Children's Services

Find out more…

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News

My Little Library Book Bag now ready for collection

Free My Little Library Book Bags are now available for children who are starting school in September. Children who are…

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Young people playing chess

Event

Introduction to Chess for ages 9 – 13

Kilrush Library

  • Workshop
  • Children's Services

Find out more…

Services

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    Books for children

    Children can borrow books, eBooks and audiobooks, use our online resources and come to events throughout the year in all Clare libraries.

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    Sensory gardens

    Clare Libraries has three sensory gardens located at Kilkee, Shannon and Ennistymon libraries. The gardens are landscaped with native plants,…

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    eBooks

    Your library card gives you free access to thousands of eBooks which can be borrowed and downloaded to your devices.

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    Magic Tables

    The Magic Table or Tovertafel is a ceiling-based projector that shines multi-coloured lights, sounds and games onto a table or…

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    Reader Pen

    A reader pen is a convenient portable tool to support independent reading and literacy. Users can scan text with the…

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    Sensory kits

    All of our libraries have Sensory Kits available for use during library opening hours. The Sensory Kit consists of a…

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    LOTE4Kids

    LOTE4Kids has over 2,000 digital picture books in 50+ languages. Access them online for free with your library card.

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    Services to schools

    Clare Libraries has a dedicated children’s service that coordinates services to primary and secondary schools.  All primary and secondary schools…

Projects

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    Right to Read

    Right to Read is a national programme to promote literacy and reading development for people of all ages and backgrounds. It includes national programmes designed to promote children's reading and literacy.

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    Creative Ireland

    Creative Ireland is a culture and well-being programme for people and communities. Its aim is to transform and inspire people,…