dlr Libraries news and events

Books Make Things Better

dlr Libraries are delighted to be involved in the Children's Books Ireland (CBI) reading campaign - Books Make Things Better! The campaign aims to support and promote the Irish children’s literature sector through the publication of the Books Make Things Better reading guide; a 32-page publication that highlights children’s books published in 2020 by Irish authors, illustrators, and publishers. The guide features:

snappy reviews of 108 children’s books, books in both the English and Irish language, for 0–18-year-olds
123 Irish authors, illustrators and translators
13 Irish publishers
original cover artwork by multi-award-winning illustrator Oliver Jeffers.

Limited copies of the guide are available FREE in all dlr Libraries or download a digital copy here.

You can also participate in the Books Make Things Better campaign by sharing a book at bedtime on Culture Night. An animated video and bilingual reading of To the Island/An t-Oileán Thiar by Patricia Forde and Nicola Bernardelli will go live on the CBI website at 5pm on Friday 18 September – tune in and share a bedtime story on Culture Night!

Find out more about this great campaign here.

A History of Ireland in 10 Words

Courtesy of The Royal Irish Academy and eDIL
2 September - 31 October 2020
Level 3, dlr LexIcon

To celebrate the launch on 14 September of the exhibition A History of Ireland in 10 Words by An Cathaoirleach Cllr. Úna Power, Ruth Hegarty of the Royal Irish Academy and County Librarian Catherine Gallagher, the authors of A History of Ireland in 100 Words invite you to join them for a 'virtual gathering' on 24 September at 7.30pm. They will explore Irish words, tales and history in a series of short presentations followed by open conversation for which questions from the audience are warmly welcomed. Covering a vast range of subjects, including murder, bee-keeping, star-gazing and hair-styles, the aim of the book is to explore the history of Gaelic Ireland in the words used by its people.

This online gathering will be conducted using Zoom. Please register for a link to join here.
A History of Ireland in 100 Words is available to purchase here or on loan from dlr Libraries. Free postcards also available at dlr LexIcon.

Photo: Peter Cavanagh

Staff picks

Wondering what to read next? We've got lots of suggestions! We post regular book reviews from dlr Libraries staff members on our Facebook page which cover a wide range of genres and styles - murder mysteries, historical tomes, poetry collections...

You'll find the full collection of these Staff Picks on our website where you can browse by subject or genre. You're sure to find something there to whet your appetite!

Staff picks

Lego Competition 2020

There's less than 24 hours left to enter our Lego competition 2020!

This year's theme is:
Design your ideal outer space world using Lego

To enter drop in your build and entry form to the Children’s Library, Level 4, dlr LexIcon tomorrow, Wednesday 16 September between 3pm & 7pm. Full details here.

We can't wait to see your creations!

Entry form

Bike maintenance clinic

Stillorgan Library will host a Bike Maintenance Clinic on Saturday, 26 September between 10.30am and 12.30pm. This is part of Bike Week 2020.

Cyclists can bring along their bike for a free bike check and for basic repairs. Cathal from The Spokesman will be there to provide advice on keeping your bike in good working condition.

Covid-19 requirements will be followed during the event.

New book by dlr Librarian, Carmel Kelly

Kevin Barry, by Carmel Uí Cheallaigh

On a dark November morning in 1920, Kevin Barry, head held high, marched to his death in Mountjoy Prison. He was the first and youngest person hanged during the Irish War of Independence. Born the fourth of seven children, the family was split between Dublin and Carlow, after the early death of his father. He loved playing Gaelic football, Hurling and Rugby. A brilliant student, he won a scholarship to study medicine.

Kevin also had another life, as a soldier in the Irish Volunteer Army with the sole purpose of obtaining a free independent Ireland. Then his two worlds collided and his part in the Monk’s Bakery Ambush sealed his fate. By sticking to his principles and making the ultimate sacrifice, he instigated the move towards a truce that would change the course of Irish history forever. What led this teenager to forego his bright future for the gallows?

Author Carmel Kelly is a Senior Librarian with dlr Libraries; Kevin Barry is her eight book, and is published by Mercier Press. Look out for online events during October with Carmel as part of Children's Book Festival.

Plays in the Park

Plays in the Park
dlr LexIcon, Moran Park

Saturday 3 October at 2pm, 3pm and 4pm. (Duration: Just under 30 minutes)

Tickets: Free. Booking through Eventbrite.ie, from this Friday 18 September

We are delighted to launch a series of outdoor plays in Moran Park over the coming months.

First up is The F Word by Shiva Productions.

Online dating can be a bit dodgy at the best of times. During Covid it’s downright nuts. That won’t stop Dunlavin’s Paddy Moriarty from finding love though. Gloves – tick. mask – tick. Hand sanitiser – tick. But will Marie tick all his boxes? Will she measure up to his rather large expectations?

The company that brought you Angels in the Park present:

Forgiveness by Owen Fitzpatrick
Food of Love by Lorna Kelly-Dalton

Due to current health regulations, a limited capacity of audience members per performance will be applied. Social distancing will be adhered to at all times. Audiences are encouraged to wear face masks during the performance. Anyone displaying Covid-19 symptoms should stay at home. Contact tracing will apply.

Wheelchair accessible. Supported by the Creative Ireland programme.

http://www.shivaproductions.ie

Photo: Mark O'Brien

Read an eBook Day

Friday September 18 is Read an eBook Day, a celebration of modern storytelling! You can be a part of the festivities by checking out your favourite ebook and joining the conversation by sharing what you’re reading and why you love ebooks by using the hashtag #ebookLove on social media.

Read an eBook Day is an initiative of OverDrive, one of dlr Libraries ebook suppliers.

eBooks

September online book club

September's dlr Libraries online book club is fast approaching! We'll be meeting on Wednesday 30 September at 7.30pm and we'd love you to join us.

This month we'll be discussing Hilary Mantel's Eight months on Ghazzah Street. Bibliophile Mary Burnham will lead what's sure to be an intriguing discussion.

You can pick up a copy of Eight months on Ghazzah Street from Level 4, dlr LexIcon. Alternatively you can download the book, or contact your local dlr library to request a copy.

Please contact libraryculture@dlrcoco.ie for more information and to register for the book club which will take place via Zoom.

Upcoming titles:
October 28: The cow book by John Connell
November 25: This boy's life by Tobias Wolff

Teen book and film club

Dalkey Library Teen book and film club is coming back - virtually! If members keep an eye on their inboxes over the next few days, we'll send out an email with our plans. We are putting packs together right now. We hope to see you very soon! If you have any questions you can contact Dalkey Library at: dalkeylib@dlrcoco.ie or (01) 285 5277.

Music Generation workshops for 13-18 years

dlr Demos is an exciting 12 week performance music programme aimed at Young Musicians aged 13-18 across the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown area.

It introduces young musicians to the world of songwriting, recording and performing. Students are mentored by professional musicians towards creating, producing and performing music from the original conception to the final product.

This performance music programme focuses on creativity, tuition and group work.

Participants are given a whole music experience that will benefit them in many areas of their careers going forward.

dlr Demos Programme offers: (Subject to COVID 19 restrictions )

• Song Writing, Arrangement & Composition

• Instrument & Vocal Workshops

• Sound Production & Techniques

• Performance Showcase (if possible)

This exciting music programme is varied, vibrant and young person-focused. It aims to empower and link young people in the community using a creative platform for self-expression.

The programme is delivered by Alternative Entertainments in partnership with Music Generation dlr.

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15 September 2020