Upcoming activities in Blanchardstown Library

BlanchLibrary · 02-02-2010 5:36pm

Fingal Libraries are now Bookcrossers!

See the books I've set free at:
http://bookcrossing.com/referral/FingalLibraries

If you would like to pick up a free book and join in the Bookcrossing fun, please visit the Bookcrossing shelf in Blanchardstown Library (in the foyer).

Feel free to visit us and pick up a free book or we would be delighted if you leave us some books for Bookcrossing!

Check out www.bookcrossing.com for more info.!

BlanchLibrary · 10-03-2010 7:54pm

Poetry Reading: Poet, Colm Breathnach, reads his poetry in Irish and English on Thursday 11th March at 7.30pm

All Welcome!

Free of charge!

BlanchLibrary · 10-03-2010 7:55pm

Trad. Music with Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann on Tuesday 16th March at 7pm.

All welcome!

Free of charge

BlanchLibrary · 10-03-2010 7:57pm

New Conversation Groups in Spanish and French have been set up in the Library:

(i) Spanish Conversation meets each Monday at 7pm and

(ii) French Conversation meets each Tuesday at 7pm.

All are welcome to practice their language skills.

marmam · 29-03-2010 1:45pm

Hello,

can you tell me if you still run the irish language conversation group please? and when? is there any charge?
Thanks,

BlanchLibrary · 31-03-2010 3:03pm

marmam wrote: »

Hello,

can you tell me if you still run the irish language conversation group please? and when? is there any charge?
Thanks,

PM sent.

Irish Conversation Group meet every Saturday in the Library at 12pm.

This group is free of charge.

BlanchLibrary · 31-03-2010 3:05pm

Easter Egg painting will be held in the Library at 3pm for children aged 8-12yrs.

This event is on Thursday 1st of April at 3-5pm.

Please phone 890 5563 to book in for this event.

BlanchLibrary · 07-04-2010 7:06pm

Fingal Healthy Reading Scheme

If emotional or family problems are getting on top of you.....
Your local library has self-help materials that could make a difference...

http://www.fingalcoco.ie/CommunityRecreationandAmenitiesDepartment/Library/FingalHealthyReadingScheme/

Call in to Blanchardstown Library for more information.

BlanchLibrary · 07-04-2010 8:08pm

Grow your Own Produce!

A Talk by Ger Skelly on growing your own produce will take place on
Tuesday 27th April at 7pm in Blanchardstown Library.

All Welcome!

This talk is free of charge.

BlanchLibrary · 12-04-2010 7:43pm

Michael Murphy, RTE Personality & Newsreader, reads his memoir 'At Five in the Afternoon' in Blanchardstown Library on Wed. 21st April at 7pm.

This event is Free of Charge.

Ph. 8905563 to book

All welcome!

BlanchLibrary · 12-04-2010 7:45pm

Manga Manga Manga!

Large selection of Teen Graphic Novels & Teen Manga available in the Young Adult Section.

BlanchLibrary · 13-04-2010 10:37am

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BlanchLibrary · 19-04-2010 6:57pm

http://www.fingalcoco.ie/CommunityRecreationandAmenitiesDepartment/Library/WhatsOn/

Full listing of all event in Fingal Libraries!

Michael Murphy, Newsreader & RTE personality, reads his memoir 'At Five in the Afternoon' in Blanchardstown Library on Wed. 21st April at 7pm.

Free of charge.
All Welcome!

Ph. 8905563 to book a space at this reading.

LadyW · 20-05-2010 9:51am

No updates from you in a while.... anything interesting happening in the near future??

BlanchLibrary · 20-05-2010 2:07pm

Hi LadyW!

Thanks for your interest in Library events.

On Thursday 20th May (Tonight!) we are hosting Writer & Poet Pat Boran. He will read and discuss his memoir "The invisible prison: scenes from an Irish childhood". This book is a memoir of his childhood in the Irish Midlands during the late 1960's & 1970's. You are more then welcome to attend this event!

Remember, you can always check Fingal Library events on the Fingal Website also!
http://www.fingalcoco.ie/CommunityRecreationandAmenitiesDepartment/Library/WhatsOn/

I am going to add a few more items to the sticky at the top of the page.

Blanchardstown Library

BlanchLibrary · 20-05-2010 2:09pm

On Thursday 20th May (Tonight!) we are hosting Writer & Poet Pat Boran.

He will read and discuss his memoir "The invisible prison: scenes from an Irish childhood". This book is a memoir of his childhood in the Irish Midlands during the late 1960's & 1970's.

All are welcome to attend this event!

BlanchLibrary · 20-05-2010 2:15pm

Visit the Europe Direct Eurovision Exhibition (May 5th-29th) and view a dazzling array of Eurovision stars and facts!

Pick up an entry form for our Eurovision Quiz and be in with a chance to win some fantastic prizes, including some very collectable Eurovision memorabilia!!

Quiz sheets are available for both adults and children! Enter to win!!!!

BlanchLibrary · 20-05-2010 2:33pm

We have ordered a large selection of Manga for teenagers and hope it will arrive at the Library shortly.

Series include:

Peach Girl
Fruits Basket
B.ichi
Octopus Girl
Lucky Star
Host Club
Megami
100% Perfect Girl
Akira
Battle Royale
Cafe Kichijouji
Laon
Ghost Hunt
Naruto
Phantom Dream

Titles can be reserved before items arrive at the Library - this means you can be the first to borrow the book!

LadyW · 20-05-2010 2:38pm

Thanks for the info BlanchLibrary

BlanchLibrary · 20-05-2010 2:52pm

Questions about Europe?
Visit the Library's Europe Direct Centre - your local link to Europe!

Our Europe Direct Information Centre stocks free publications and brochures from EU Institutions.

We also provide a dedicated computer for searching websites containing EU Information. Useful websites are www.europedirect.ie or the the official site of the European Union www.europa.eu

You can also use the telephone in the Europe Direct Centre to connect to the Europe Direct Call Centre which can answer questions in the official EU language of your choice. The freephone number is 00 800 6789 1011 and the call centre can be reached Monday to Friday from 9am to 6.30pm.

The Europe Direct Centre is upstairs in the Reference Section of Blanchardstown Library.

BlanchLibrary · 20-05-2010 2:54pm

BlanchLibrary wrote: »

Follow us on Twitter!

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Fingal Libraries on Twitter - Another great way to keep up with all the goings on in the Library!

Gaspode · 20-05-2010 3:38pm

ASk and you shall receive!

LadyW · 20-05-2010 4:33pm

Yes indeed Gapode !

Zaph · 20-05-2010 7:48pm

Threads merged

BlanchLibrary · 31-05-2010 7:55pm

A Talk entitled ‘Myths in Mental Health’ will be given by Dr. Pradeep Chadha on Thursday 17th June at 7pm.

Please book at Information Desk: 8905563

BlanchLibrary · 31-05-2010 7:56pm

Blanchardstown Carer’s Association will have an Information Stand on the Library Floor on Monday 14th June from 10am to 1pm

BlanchLibrary · 31-05-2010 7:57pm

A display of watercolours by the Central Remedial Clinic in Hartstown runs until 14th June in the foyer of the Library

Who do you think you Are Exhibition: An exhibition on How to Trace your Family Tree takes place from Tuesday 15th June to Tuesday 29th June in the foyer of the Library

The Draft Fingal County Development Plan 2011-2017 is currently on public display in the Reference Library. Submissions will be accepted until Monday 14th June 2010

An Information Display on the C.A.O. Applications process is on display in the Reference Library

An exhibition on the World Cup and the countries involved takes place in June in the Reference Library

BlanchLibrary · 31-05-2010 7:58pm

A local history society Fingal South Heritage Society meets in the Library once a month on the last Saturday of each month from 2pm to 3.30pm. Enquiries to Aingeal on 0868438812

BlanchLibrary · 31-05-2010 7:59pm

Grow Support Group – mental health movement in Ireland. Are you feeling depressed, anxious, lonely, panicky or just fed up? GROW is here to help. Group meets on Wednesday at 11 a.m. All are welcome. For more information phone 873 4029 or 087 229 1718 or log on to www.grow.ie

BlanchLibrary · 31-05-2010 8:00pm

Do you know you can join the Library free of charge and avail of a free library service .

To join, bring a utility bill or driving licence etc. as I.D. and enjoy free Internet access, free lending of books, CDs, DVDs, Art Prints etc. and a Reference Library for Information and Research. These are just some of the free services available: so don’t delay, join today.

BlanchLibrary · 31-05-2010 8:05pm

We have a large collection of DVDs available for loan in the Library.

The collection includes documentaries, music DVDs, World cinema, Childrens Films, Classics & TV Box sets.

Are you a fan of The Wire, Entourage, Damages or Mad Men? These series are all available in Blanchardstown Library. We also have boxsets of Cheers, ER, Fraser, Little House on the Prairie & Scrubs!

Up to 10 DVDs (a box set counts as 1 item) can be borrowed for a 3 week loan period.

You can search for films on our catalogue and place items on reserve (PIN needed + charge applied for this service).

BlanchLibrary · 15-06-2010 3:54pm

For all you Glee fans!!!!

"Glee" Season 1
Available for loan in Blanchardstown Library

"Glee, the music"
Available on CD in Fingal Libraries!

BlanchLibrary · 15-06-2010 3:56pm

The Europe Direct Centre invites you to the World Cup Zone in Blanchardstown Library.

*Exhibition on the World Cup
*Books & DVDs about the World Cup
* Screening of matches while the Library is open

All Welcome!!!

BlanchLibrary · 23-06-2010 4:27pm

ONLINE REGISTRATION

You can now join Fingal Libraries from the comfort of your home!!!!

http://library.fingalcoco.ie/cgi-bin/vps2.6_selfreg.sh?session_no=1479230&sess_id=ddjv3TNrWmqLJAfe8C1nvih75RExBVNl9fMUZPathLLjwjlxFF3fpXeT2MRg5XDa

BlanchLibrary · 08-07-2010 10:38am

A puppet show for 3-10yr olds with Julie Rose McCormick will be held on Friday July 16th @3pm.

Phone 890 5563 to book for this event!

All Welcome! Free of Charge

BlanchLibrary · 08-07-2010 10:39am

An abstract art exhibition will be held by artist Bernie Polen in the foyer July 16th to July 31st.

BlanchLibrary · 08-07-2010 10:41am

Parent & Toddler Group
Every Tuesday 11am to 12 noon
Every Wednesday 11am to 12 noon

The Irish Multiple Births Association meets ever Thursday from 10.30am to 12 noon. A venue for twins, triplets and other multiples!

All of the above groups meet in the Lecture Room.

BlanchLibrary · 08-07-2010 10:42am

GROW - Mental Health Movement in Ireland

Meets every Wednesday in the Library at 11am

See www.grow.ie for more info.

BlanchLibrary · 08-07-2010 10:48am

Gillian of Dogstrust will give a talk on Responsible Dog Ownership in the following Libraries.

Balbriggan Library: Monday July 26th @ 12pm
Garristown Library: Monday July 26th @ 2.30pm
Baldoyle Library: Tuesday July 27th @ 12pm
Howth Library: Tuesday July 27th @ 2.30pm
Swords Library: Wednesday July 28th @ 12pm
Malahide Library: Wednesday July 28th @ 2.30pm
Blanchardstown Library: Thursday July 29th @ 12pm

Please phone each library to book for these events (click link to find your local library)
http://www.fingalcoco.ie/CommunityRecreationandAmenitiesDepartment/Library/

BlanchLibrary · 19-07-2010 3:57pm

Fingal Libraries are now on Facebook!

http://www.facebook.com/FingalLibraries?ref=ts

We'd love if you became a fan!!!! Please click "Like"!

BlanchLibrary · 03-08-2010 2:51pm

Children’s Events:

Tuesday 3rd August at 7pm : Beginners Hip Hop (9 to 12 Years). Second session Tuesday 10th August 7pm

Friday 13th August at 3pm : Puppet show with Julie-Rose McCormick (Ages 3-10 Yrs.) All Welcome

Monday 16th August (10am to 12pm) : Party-time with Mr. Podzo (arts & crafts, magic dress-up box, storytelling, party games & much more (Ages 4-13 Yrs)

Monday 16th August at 2 to 4pm: Party-time with Mr Podzo (arts & crafts, magic dress-up box, storytelling, party games & much more) (Ages 4 to 13 Yrs)

Wednesday 25th August at 7pm: Animal Magic Show (All ages) All welcome

Friday 27th August at 10am to 12pm: Party Time with Mr Podzo (arts & crafts, magic dress-up box, storytelling, party games & much more) (ages 4 to 13 Yrs) Please book at desk

Friday 27th August at 2 to 4pm: Party Time with Mr Podzo (arts & crafts, magic dress-up box, storytelling, party games & much more) (Ages 4 to 13 Yrs) Please book at desk

· The Last Airbender Movie : Look for details in your local Library in early/mid August about “The Last Airbender” competition!

Please phone 890 5563 to book for these events!

BlanchLibrary · 05-08-2010 11:52am

Heritage Week:Your Story, Your Place’ : Story - telling with Brendan Nolan Monday 23rd August at 11.30am:

Old Photographs of the Dublin 15 area : a Talk by Jim Lacey Wednesday 25th August at 7pm:

Grow it Yourself: The Co-operative Group to support growing your own food meets.Tuesday 31st August at 7pm: All welcome

All Welcome!

BlanchLibrary · 05-08-2010 12:09pm

Keep up to date with all the goings on in Fingal Libraries!

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BlanchLibrary · 16-08-2010 8:06pm

A seminar titled "Managing your finances through difficult times" will be given by Frank Conway in Blanchardstown Library on Thursday 16th of September at 7pm.

Please book for this event by phoning 890 5563.

All Welcome! Free of charge!

BlanchLibrary · 01-09-2010 7:54pm

"Pension & Retirement Planning" with Galina Runovo

The above seminar will be held on Tuesday 21st of September at 7pm.

All are welcome!

Please phone 890 5563 to book.

BlanchLibrary · 01-09-2010 7:55pm

Author Paul Kestell will read from his debut novel "Viareggio" on Wednesday 8th September at 7pm.

All Welcome!

BlanchLibrary · 01-09-2010 7:58pm

Grow it yourself - the co-operative group to support growing your own food meets on Tuesday 28th of September at 7pm.

All are welcome!

BlanchLibrary · 22-09-2010 7:21pm

Berlin Wall 1987 - 1989

A fascinating photgraphic exhibition by the Ambassador of The Republic of Latvia, His Excellency Peteris Elferts is on view in the lobby of Blanchardstown Library until Oct. 2nd.

This photographic exhibition depicts graffiti painted on the wall by Latvians to bring attention to their plight.

This exhibition can viewed during Library opening hours
Mon - Thurs 10am to 8.30pm
Fri - Sat 10am to 5pm

BlanchLibrary · 04-10-2010 8:01pm

English Classes (for Adults) starting Wednesday October 13th

Beginners @ 11am
Intermediate@ 12pm

Phone 890 5563 to book in to these classes.

Free of Charge!

amdublin · 04-10-2010 8:49pm

BlanchLibrary wrote: »

Berlin Wall 1987 - 1989

A fascinating photgraphic exhibition by the Ambassador of The Republic of Latvia, His Excellency Peteris Elferts is on view in the lobby of Blanchardstown Library until Oct. 2nd.

This photographic exhibition depicts graffiti painted on the wall by Latvians to bring attention to their plight.

This exhibition can viewed during Library opening hours
Mon - Thurs 10am to 8.30pm
Fri - Sat 10am to 5pm

Hi BlanchLibrary,

How long is this exhibition running for?

Upcoming activities in Blanchardstown Library

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