Do you need help using our online library resources? We are here to provide support through one to one, 30-minute sessions where you will get an introduction to some of our online services including Borrowbox and Libby, available for free from your local library. All you need is a library card and PIN. Please let us know in advance what particular resources you would like help with.

To book, email shankilllib@dlrcoco.ie or call (01) 204 7224

Important Reminder: Shankill Library is currently in a temporary space in Stonebridge Community Facility on Stonebridge Grove, D18 FH04 while essential

Interested in reading those stories that became more? Join our Book Club where we discuss some of our favourite movies and TV series and the books that inspired them.

All welcome, no booking required

Important Reminder: Shankill Library is currently in a temporary space in Stonebridge Community Facility on Stonebridge Grove, D18 FH04 while essential works are being carried out to the Carnegie Library.
 

Explore themes of memory and place with Nicola Faull in this guided mixed media collage project linked to meaningful locations and personal history. Celebrate childhood or significant memories using paper and magazine scraps, personal mementos and drawing tools.

Room 1, Level 3, dlr LexIcon

To book, email dlrlexiconlib@dlrcoco.ie or Tel (01) 204 7219
 

Woollen Worlds invites children to explore colour, texture, and nature through collaborative needle felt making with artist Jenni Kilgallon. Participants will work together to design and create a large-scale needle felted landscape featuring wildflowers, animals, and imagined natural elements. The artwork will be shared for everyone on Cruinniú na nÓg Saturday 6 June 11.00am - 12.00pm, along with a free drop-in workshop.

• This event will take place on: Wed 6,13, 20 & 27 May 2026. Please note we ask you be available for all dates
• It will be held in Blackrock Library from 3.00 - 4.00 pm 
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This beginner-friendly class will teach you the basics of crochet in a relaxed, supportive setting. Learn simple stitches and build confidence. Materials are provided, so just bring your curiosity and creativity.

To book, email ballyoganlib@dlrcoco.ie or Tel (01) 204 7222
 

Join Marie Hirst for this presentation and demonstration on how to increase biodiversity in your garden and which plants are 'Gold Star' plants for creating a varied ecosystem. 

• This event will take place in The LAB, Level 3, dlr LexIcon
• No booking is needed all are welcome. 

Scheider Gwei is facilitating another series of crochet workshops in dlr LexIcon. Bring your wool and crochet hooks and complete a project over the 6 sessions.  

 Please note: experience with crochet is required as these workshops are not suitable for beginners.   

• This workshops will take place over six weekly sessions. Sessions will begin from Saturday 9 May 
• Booking is needed to attend
• To book, please email dlrlexiconlib@dlrcoco.ie or Tel (01) 204 7219 

Find and match the names of some well-known and loved storybook characters. Use the clues to discover who needs to be found. Drop in and pick up your search to get started.  

• This event will be held throughout the month of May 
• This event is suitable for ages 7 years +
• No booking is needed to attend, all are welcome. 
• Please note, Shankill Library can be found temporarily in Stonebridge Community Facility (D18 FH04)

We want our libraries to be friendly and inclusive spaces for everyone in our community. On Tuesday evenings we will have reduced lighting, sensory toys and noise cancelling headphones, as well as extra assistance upon request and all loud equipment silenced. Assistance dogs are always welcome! 

• Quiet Evenings in Cabinteely library will be held every Tuesday evening, 5.30 - 8.00 pm
• No booking is needed, all are welcome

An léitheoir óg tú? Sa tóir ar shraith nua? Buail isteach ar an gClinic Leabhar, labhair leis an Dochtúir Leabhar, faigh Comhairle uathu maidir leis na leabhair is fearr leat agus tabharfaidh siad oideas duit leis an gcéad leabhar eile ar cheart duit aléamh!  

Are you a young reader? Drop into our Book Clinic, speak with our Book Doctor and get advice about the types of Irish language books you will likely love. Each appointment lasts 15 minutes, there is no need to book in advance, just pop in!  

• This event is suitable for children to 18 years 
• No booking is needed, all are welcome.