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Clare Libraries @clarelibraries.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Time to stock up on books for the Bank Holiday weekend📚🗞👀! Clare Libraries will be closed from Saturday 02 May to Monday 04 May inclusive. Usual opening hours resume on Tuesday 05 May. #ClareLibraries

A photo of apple blossoms against a clear sky. There is writing above the apple blossoms. Bank Holiday Weekend. Clare Libraries will be closed from Saturday 02 May to Monday 04 May inclusive. Usual opening hours resume on Tuesday 05 May.

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Clare Libraries @clarelibraries.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

📚 Clare Libraries – Easter Weekend Closure Notice Please note that all Clare Libraries will be closed from Friday 03 April to Monday 06 April inclusive. We will resume normal hours on Tuesday 07 April. #ClareLibraries

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Clare Libraries @clarelibraries.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Clare Libraries will be closed on Tuesday 17 March. Happy St. Patrick's Day to you all☘️! #ClareLibraries #FreeResources #LibraryServices #BorrowBox #UniversalClass #TransparentLanguages

A bowl of green shamrock with words written on a banner. The words read 'Clare Libraries will be closed on Tuesday 17 March. Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona daoibh go léir.

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Clare Libraries @clarelibraries.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Kilkee Library Temporary Closure Wednesday 18 February Due to a planned ESB power outage, Kilkee Library will remain closed on Wed 18 Feb from 1:30pm to 5:30pm. The library will reopen from 6pm to 8pm as normal. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. #KilkeeLibrary #ClareLibraries

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Clare Libraries @clarelibraries.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

TOM CREAN - IRELAND'S UNSUNG HERO Lecture by Michael Smith 📍De Valera Library, Ennis 🕛TUESDAY 14 OCTOBER AT 6.30PM Michael Smith is an acclaimed author and historian specialising in Polar exploration. Suitable for both adult and young adult audience. Supported by Creative Ireland.

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Clare Libraries @clarelibraries.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

Kilmihil Library will be closed Tuesday 16 September. The library will reopen on Friday 19 September at 10am. We regret any inconvenience caused. clarelibraries.ie/locations/ki... #ClareLibraries #KilmihilLibrary

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Clare Libraries @clarelibraries.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

Everyone’s Invited! National Public Libraries Open Day is happening Sat 27 Sept! Did you know library membership is free and open to everyone in Ireland! Join online or in person through a visit to your local library and start exploring today. #LibrariesOpenDay #TakeACloserLook #ClareLibraries

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Clare Libraries @clarelibraries.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

Book Launch: Forgotten Lives by Rita McCarthy 📅 Thurs 21 Aug 🕕 6:15pm – 7:45pm 📍 Local Studies Centre, De Valera Library, Ennis Join us for the launch of Forgotten Lives, Rita McCarthy’s new book on the County Clare Mother and Baby Home (1922–1932). All welcome. #ClareLocalStudiesCentre

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Clare Libraries @clarelibraries.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

Clare County Librarian, Helen Walsh and Executive Librarian, Michael Talty speak to Alan Morrissey on Clare FM’s Morning Focus at De Valera Library,Ennis about services and upcoming events at Clare Libraries. Curator of Clare Museum, John Rattigan joined with updates from Clare Museum.

The Clare FM outside broadcasting van outside the front of De Valera Library, Ennis on a bright sunny day.

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Clare Libraries @clarelibraries.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

The Mad Mystery – A Whodunnit Special with Maeve A. Devoy Creative writing workshop for ages 8-12 years. Taking place at libraries on 14 & 15 August. Follow the link for locations and event times. Booking essential. clarelibraries.ie/events/the-m... #SummerStars #SummerStars2025 #ClareLibraries

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Clare Libraries @clarelibraries.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

🌙Moon Tell Me Truth - Poetry Exhibition 📍De Valera Library, Ennis 📅Wed 6 – Sat 16 Aug 2025 (View during library opening hours) Illustrated poems created by children from Palestine aged nine to 15 for a competition run by The Hands Up Project. #ClareLibraries #Poetry #DeValeraLibrary #EnnisLibrary

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Clare Libraries @clarelibraries.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

Clare Libraries will be closed from Sat 02 - Mon 04 Aug inclusive. Normal opening hours resume on Tues 05 Aug. Our online services can be accessed 24/7, find out more👉 clarelibraries.ie/services/ #ClareLibraries #LibraryServices #FreeResources #BorrowBox #UniversalClass #TransparentLanguages

A photograph of two books on a rock with the blue sea and rocky coastline in the background. There is a person in the sea. One of the books is open with pages blowing in the breeze. There is a blue sky overhead.

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Clare Libraries @clarelibraries.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

Staff from Clare Libraries recently attended an ‘AI in Everyday Life’ session, with special thanks to Aoibhe Hickey & Marie Edmonds from the LCETB. We look forward to hosting information sessions in libraries during Sept & Oct - details to follow. @lcetb.com #ClareLibraries #LCETB #SkillsForLife

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Clare Libraries @clarelibraries.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

De Valera Library, Ennis – Thurs 3 July We were honoured to welcome: • Minister of State Jerry Buttimer (Rural, Gaeltacht & Transport) • Joe Cooney TD • Cllr Paul Murphy, Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council • Cllr Mary Howard, Mayor of Ennis • Gordon Daly, Chief Executive, Clare County Council

Group photo taken outside De Valera Library, Ennis, featuring (from left to right): Cllr Paul Murphy (Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council), Cllr Mary Howard (Mayor of Ennis), Minister of State Jerry Buttimer (Rural, Gaeltacht & Transport), Joe Cooney TD, Gordon Daly (Chief Executive, Clare County Council), Dolores Meaney (Senior Executive Librarian), and Úna Kelly (Senior Executive Librarian). The group of seven stand in front of a white wall outside De Valera Library, Ennis. Part of the building's rear entrance is visible on the right.

A photograph of the interior of De Valera Library, Ennis. Cllr Mary Howard (Mayor of Ennis), Minister of State Jerry Buttimer (Rural, Gaeltacht & Transport), Gordon Daly (Chief Executive, Clare County Council) and Cora Gunter (Senior Executive Librarian) look at an open book. The background features large windows and bookshelves.

Cllr Mary Howard (Mayor of Ennis), Minister of State Jerry Buttimer (Rural, Gaeltacht & Transport), and Cllr Paul Murphy (Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council) standing inside a Cubbie at De Valera Library. The Cubbie is an immersive multi-sensory space designed to reduce anxiety and enhance focus. Programmes last 5 to 15 minutes and consist of colours, images and music.

The group visit the offices at Library HQ. The space includes desks, computers, books, and two white cabinets with glass doors in the background.

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