Join us in celebrating Ireland Reads Day on Saturday, 22 February 2025!

Featured Event: Celebrate Ireland Reads with Zainab Boladale

We're thrilled to welcome author and TV journalist Zainab Boladale to Deansgrange Library for a special event celebrating her young adult debut, Braids Take A Day. This interactive session will include:

Author Talk and Reading: Zainab will discuss her inspiration behind the book and share selected readings.

Q&A Session: An opportunity for attendees to engage with Zainab and delve deeper into the themes of her work.

Live Braiding Demonstration: Experience a live braiding demonstration by one of Ireland's top braiders from thebraidstop.com.

Event Details:

Saturday, 22 February 2025, 2:30 pm – 4:00 Deansgrange Library

Suitable for ages 11-15 years

To reserve your spot, email deansgrangelib@dlrcoco.ie or call (01) 285 0860

Don't miss this unique opportunity to meet Zainab Boladale and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Braids Take A Day. Copies of the book are available at the library—grab yours ahead of the event!

Additional Ireland Reads Day Events

Storytime for Ireland Reads Day
Dalkey Library
11:30 am – 12:15 pm

Library staff will host a special storytime session to celebrate the day. Booking essential. Please email at dalkeylib@dlrcoco.ie or ring us at 01-285 5317

Meet the Author: Eve McDonnell
Blackrock Library
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Join award-winning children’s author and artist Eve McDonnell for Ireland Reads to create a wish-filled fingerprint poem to take home with you!  All materials provided. Suitable for ages 9yrs+. To book, email blackrocklib@dlrcoco.ie or Tel (01) 2888117
 

Booklet Making Workshop
Cabinteely Library
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Aimed at children and families, make and decorate your own mini booklet in which you can create your own stories. Drop-in anytime throughout the day - no booking needed! We look forward to seeing all your creations! 

For a complete list of events and more information, visit the website. Let's come together to celebrate the joy of reading and make this Ireland Reads Day unforgettable!