Ireland’s third Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) week runs from 20-29 September in conjunction with European Sustainable Development Week and we have a number of events lined up to celebrate. i.mtr.cool/shkibzwkeb #sdgsirl #esdw2024

Why are librarians up in arms over ebooks? Lack of available stock, high prices & onerous terms & conditions mean ebooks currently offer poor value for readers & libraries. By Cathal McCauley @library_mu Maynooth University Martin Bradley & Stuart Hamilton Local Government Management Agency rte.ie/brainstorm/202…

September sees our Road Safety competition, Libraries Open Day, Culture Night, Ireland's Sustainable Development week and more going on. Have a read of our newsletter- there's so much happening i.mtr.cool/iyzhmbdksc #booksandmore #lovelibraries

We extended our Heritage Week exhibition as we had a special visitor coming from America to view it.  Bridgette Byrne worked in Snowcream in the 60's and brought along Harry Boland who was the manager of Snowcream from 1960 -1962. He now resides in Dundalk.    #heritageweek2024

🎥Westmeath County Council Libraries and Heritage Office present a video presentation of Connaught Street Athlone: Featuring a short movie called Connaught Street by film maker John Shanagher in association with the Connaught Street Community Group. Connaught Street, Athlone

Join us on Culture Night, Friday, 20th September at 3:30 pm for a reading of "Dren's Wish for Wings" by the author, Rory Meegan.  This story tells the tale of a weary old dog who, more than anything, wishes that he could fly.  For children aged 8 and up.  No booking required.

This workshop explores solutions for reducing food waste and strategies for meal planning. You'll also taste some delicious results! Booking required. Supported by Creative Ireland & Westmeath County Council, this event celebrates Irelands Sustainable Development Goals Week.

Join us in Castlepollard Library on Friday, 20th September where we'll be celebrating Culture Night with Irish song from members of Comhaltas Clan Lir. Starting at 4:30 pm. All welcome. No booking required.

Westmeath County Council will be supporting the ‘See Change’ Campaign in the following ways: Launch- 9th September Happening today in Athlone in Radisson Blu Hotel, North Gate Street , Athlone (3 to 4pm) ‘Lighting Up’- 10thSeptember · Athlone Cycle Bridge lighting will be

Hundreds of projects right across the country to receive community climate action funding. €27 million Community Climate Action Programme funding is supporting initiatives like community gardens, solar energy, EV charging, and community composting. gov.ie/en/press-relea…

10th September is World Suicide Prevention Day! 💙 If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out. It’s okay to ask for help, and there’s always someone ready to listen. Together, we can make a difference.

Exciting news! The Heritage Council and Fulbright Ireland have launched a new cultural heritage scholarship! Irish professionals can apply to lecture or research in the U.S. and gain invaluable experience in museum practice, digital preservation & more! 🎓 Apply by Oct 31

Join us on Culture Night, Friday, 20th September at 3:30 pm for a reading of "Dren's Wish for Wings" by the author, Rory Meegan.  This story tells the tale of a weary old dog who, more than anything, wishes that he could fly.  For children aged 8 and up.  No booking required.

This workshop explores solutions for reducing food waste and strategies for meal planning. You'll also taste some delicious results! Booking required. westmeathculture.ie/news/library-n…  #sdgsirl #ESDW2024

Join us in Castlepollard Library on Friday, 20th September where we'll be celebrating Culture Night with Irish song from members of Comhaltas Clan Lir. Starting at 4:30 pm. All welcome. No booking required.

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. In recognition of this, we would like to share with you a very special book written by Laureate na nÓg Patricia Forde and illustrated by Bronagh Lee Safe Harbour is an illustrated storybook for children who have been bereaved by suicide. The

Culture Night is happening on 20th September. Before you make your plans why not see what's happening in your local Westmeath library - i.mtr.cool/sxqbtcolir

Dúnfar Leabharlann Bhaile na gCros ó 1-2, De Céadaoin, 11 Meán Fómhair. Gabhamid ár leithscéal ar aon mhíchaoithiólocht |  Castlepollard Library will be closed for lunch between 1-2pm on Wednesday September 11th.  We apologise for any inconvenience caused.