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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Looking for something to do in Westmeath today? Why not drop in to your local #library and see whats happening. Today we have Advice on Your Device @ 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Seed Saving Workshop with Anna Browne @ 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM Athlone Craft and Chatter @ 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Kilbeggan

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

This issue is now resolved - please let us know if you have any problems renewing your books online

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Notice : We are currently experiencing an issue with loans not showing up on the Library app/website. This means loans cannot currently be accessed or renewed online. We're working to resolve this issue as soon as possible. We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Our August 2026 newsletter rounds up Summer Stars reading, Little Library Book Bags for new school-starters, an Odyssey-themed reading dive, RPG rule books, and staff picks — all free at your local library. You can find it at canva.link/ga2vji7bxxsn...

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

This weekend is a Bank Holiday weekend, so all Westmeath Libraries will be closed Sat - Mon. Reopening as usual on Tuesday. We are also upgrading some computer systems on Monday which means online services will be unavailable, this includes MOL.

Poster for the August Bank Holiday Weekend - Westmeath Libraries will be closed from 5pm on Froday 31/07/2026 until 9.40am Tuesday 4/08/4046

Poster saying that Library online services will be unavailable on Monday 3rd August

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Library Association of Ireland @laibluesky.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

We are delighted to sponsor the LAI Author/Illustrator of the Year Award at the An Post Irish Book Awards 2026! Check the criteria and nominate your favourites at ow.ly/HsC850ZqIPJ. #APIBA

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

We've been inspired by Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey to take a look at some adaptations, retellings, and translations of Homer's classic myth on our blog f.mtr.cool/itkcomyqrm #reading

Film posters or book cover of 4images of various retellings/adaptations of Homer's The Odyssey

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UCD Library @ucdlibrary.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

UCD Archive & Records Management MA students Kat Guiry & Lydia Flanagan put coursework into practice preparing @bealoideasucd.bsky.social for a big move. Read about their experiences at ucdculturalheritagecollections.com/2026/07/16/i... Thank you @heritagecouncil.ie for this internship funding!

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Today i am reading The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. I have only recently started it, so will see how it goes. Have heard good things about it

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Graham Greene is one of those authors I've always *meant* to read. One day I'll get around to him.

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

That's a lovely cover - I've never heard of Thalia, or the author even. We don't have any copies in our libraries either unfortunately.

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

I have recently gotten a new puppy, so my current reading is a variety of puppy training books - westmeath.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spyd...

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Cybersecurity and Fraud Awareness 09 Jul 2026 - 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM in Castlepollard Library 09 Jul 2026 - 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM in Mullingar Library No booking needed. Our monthly events newsletter will be out soon with a full listing of July's events. You can sign up at substack.com/@westmeathli...

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Irish public library with branches in Athlone, Castlepollard, Kilbeggan, Kinnegad, Moate & Mullingar.

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Mystery in the library 04 Jul 2026 - 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM Kinnegad Library Put on your thinking cap this 4th July and solve the clues hidden in Kinnegad Library to reveal the murderer. Our Mystery in the Library is open to all ages, but best suited to teens and adults. No booking needed.

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Irish public library with branches in Athlone, Castlepollard, Kilbeggan, Kinnegad, Moate & Mullingar.

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

BYO Craft Night 02 Jul 2026 - 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Mullingar Library Join Us for Craft Night – Every 2nd Thursday! Looking for a fun, creative night out? Come hang with fellow makers at our BYO Craft Night! Booking essential : westmeath.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spyd...

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BYO Craft Night | Westmeath Libraries

Join Us for Craft Night – Every 2nd Thursday! Looking for a fun, creative night out? Come hang with fellow makers at our BYO Craft Night! Whether you knit, sew, crochet, scrapbook, or dabble in ...

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Coming up soon in Westmeath Libraries : Looking for something to do over the next few weeks, here are some highlights of upcoming events in our libraries Chair Yoga 30 Jun 2026 - 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM Aidan Heavey Library, Athlone Booking is essential : westmeath.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spyd...

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Chair Yoga | Westmeath Libraries

Join us in Athlone Library for chair yoga. It is an excellent, low-impact way to improve flexibility, build muscle strength, reduce joint strain and relieve stress. This session will take place o...

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

It is another hot day out there today, with the High Temperature warning for Ireland now extended until Saturday. Does the heat make you look for a "summer read"? Or do you prefer to read about cold climates to try and stay cool? #reading #summerreading

Cover image of John Banville's Snow - atmospheric snowy landscape with buildings partially hidden behind hedges

Cover image of Jenny Colgan's The Summer Skies - graphic bright image of a plane flying over a tourist destination

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

I'm just finishing up Agatha Christie's classic "And then there were none" westmeath.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spyd...

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Sad news indeed. I remember coming across a cartoon version of "Dragon's Blood" years and years ago. Never seen it since but it has stuck with me. Also read plenty of her books over the years. Might be time to revisit some

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Móra na maidine daoibh, seo iad na himeachtaí atá ar siúl inniu, 12 Meitheamh 2026 Baby Book Club and Toddler Group 10- 11AM Mullingar Library Breastfeeding meet-up 11-12PM Mullingar Library Children's Chess 3:30- 4:30PM Kilbeggan Library *booking required* See westmeath.spydus.ie for more

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Just finished #reading Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke. Really enjoyed most of it, but not sure about the ending. I'm sure it'll generate a good discussion for a book club though westmeathculture.ie/library-blog... #booksky

Cover image of yesteryear - bottom half shows the lower half of a white woman's fare, top half is a pastoral illustration of a woman milking cows

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

So then we decided we would call them our favourite novels instead, because they worked for us when we read, and maybe even reread them. What about you? What is your favourite book?

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Some books work because of what the reader themselves is living through, or what age they are when they first encounter them. Is it actually possible to have a best book? Some books suit some moods, and some do not.

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

But as we chatted we came more to wonder what does "best" even mean here. All these books are available through your local library, if you aren't yet a member why not join today - it is free and we don't charge any late fines.

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

But then we moved on to what we individually would say is the "best book". Some suggestions here were Beloved, Ulysses, Address Unknown, Anne of Green Gables, Dracula, Frankenstein, and The Dollmaker.

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Our first topic of conversation was about the number one novel, to be honest, nobody here would have chosen this title as our best book ever. We did wonder was it simply that a lot of people were familiar with it, and so it came to mind when asked.

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Last week UK newspaper The Guardian publised a list it called the 100 best novels of all time. (Remember The Guardian is available for all library members on the BorrowBox app). Like all of these lists, it prompted a bit of discussion here in Westmeath Libraries' HQ. #reading #booksky #books

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

If you can't make the discussion in person but would like to read along with us online leave a comment here and I'll keep you all updated.

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

For the first meeting the group read the first chapter, and had a lively discussion. Next Tuesday they will starting from pg 28 (In the Penguin classics edition), the line that starts with Nestor - You, Cochrane, what city sent for him?

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Mullingar Library held its first meeting of the Ulysses Book Club on the 5th May. They will be meeting every week, Tuesdays at 12.30 for 1 hour. If you are interested in joining the group please email mgarlib@westmeathcoco.ie as space is limited. #spéirgorm #reading

Cover of the book Ulysses by James Joyce

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

What are you reading today? I've just downloaded James by Percival Everett, a bit behind the times I know :) but there are so many books that it is hard to find the time for them all. #booksky #spéirghorm

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Library Association of Ireland @laibluesky.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Registration for #LAICILIP2026 is OPEN! We are thrilled to share this message from our Keynote Speaker, Sam Helmick (ALA President), on the importance of this year's theme. Secure your tickets: LAI-CILIP-2026.eventbrite.ie 🔗 More information: www.conference.libraryassociation.ie/

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

If you have can visit your local library you can probably do some investigations of your own, we offer free access to the Irish Newspaper Archive and the British Newspaper archives.

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Castlepollard Book Club meet on 19th March (this Thursday) at 6.30pm. They are reading Mary Lawson's A Town Called Solace. New members always welcome, just drop in and say hi

Castlepollard Adult Book Club poster for their next meeeting on19th March at 6.30pm. They are reading Mary Lawson's A Town Called Solace

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The O’Brien Press @theobrienpress.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

@childrensbooksireland.ie has joined with The O’Brien Press to give the opportunity for a young reader’s artwork to be featured on the cover of a book! Visit our website and find out how Alan Nolan’s exciting adventure ‘Conor’s Caveman’ can be reimagined! @alnolan.bsky.social

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Dr Stuart Hamilton, Head of Libraries Development with the Local Government Management Agency, introduces this year's installment, which takes place on Saturday, February 28th - www.rte.ie/culture/2026...

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Why you should pick up a book for Ireland Reads Day

Ireland Reads Day is more than a date on the cultural calendar - it's a nationwide invitation to celebrate the joy of reading.

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Did you know that 93% of adults in Ireland engage in some form of reading regularly? But many people want to read more, and #IrelandReads is the perfect opportunity to pick up a good book. There will be events in libraries across the country, so #dropin and see what's on near you #spéirgorm

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

This Saturday, 28th February, is Ireland Reads day. What will you be #reading? And will you be visiting your local library? We'd love to see you in any of our 6 libraries in Westmeath

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Staff #reads: Address Unknown by Kressman Taylor Westmeath Libraries staff say "a fantastic read - everyone should read this. It is a short book. You'd almost miss it on the shelves, but do yourself a favour and pick it up. You won't regret it" westmeathculture.ie/library-blog... #books #reading

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Do you have any #reading plans for the weekend? It's a dull & rainy Friday here in Mullingar, perfect for books. I'm thinking of starting What Stalks the Deep by T. Kingfisher, the third in her Sworn Soldier series.

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

This month our Sci-Fi bookclub in Kilbeggan Library are reading/listening to Andy Weir's Project Hail Mary. Have you read it? What did you think? I listened to the eAudio last year and thought it was a good fun read. Looking forward to the film adaptation and seeing how certain elements develop

Book cover to Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Happy Little Christmas, Old Christmas, or Nollaig na mBán. What are you #reading? I have just finished Snake-Eater by T. Kingfisher, which I really enjoyed, & I'll never think of road-runners in the same way :) You can request a copy at librariesireland.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spyd... #booksky

Cover image for the book Snake-Eater by T. Kingfisher

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

If you have a library close by see if they have a group, they usually welcome newcomers. And at the very least you might pick up a book on crochet, if you learn that way.

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

I'm a little behind out latest #bookclub read. As part of the Coffee & Clasics group I've started the Iliad, we're reading one book a week in Mullingar Library, Wednesday at 12.30pm. Up to book 4 now.

Book cover of The Iliad by Homer, translated by Emily Wilson

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Westmeath Libraries @westmeathlibraries.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

I am still working my way through Hild by Nicola Griffith. It's a reread before I get started on the sequel Menewood. Although I am behind the times as this came out back in 2023! What are you #reading today?

Book cover of Menewood by Nicola Griffith

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Children's Books Ireland @childrensbooksireland.ie · 06/08/2025

Introducing our new reading list - Class Reads ✏️ An expertly curated list for junior and primary school readers, these hand-picked titles will open up chances for discussion, learning, and imaginative exploration of important themes and issues. More info⬇️ childrensbooksireland.ie/our-recommen...

The cover of the Class Reads reading list & resource pack. On the cover is an illustration of two students sitting at a desk with their hands raised. The illustration is repeated throughout the cover.

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