Category Archives: Library Service

Join the 2020 Summer Stars Reading Adventure at Waterford Libraries

Posted on June 19, 2020 by

The Summer Stars Reading Adventure has begun in Waterford Libraries! Summer Stars is the national summer reading programme for children that runs all around Ireland in our public libraries from the 15th of June until the end of August. With … Continue reading →

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Waterford Libraries launch “Contact and Collect” Service

Posted on June 8, 2020 by

Waterford Libraries are delighted to launch their new “Contact and Collect” service. Contact and Collect is the first step in gradually reopening library services as part of the National Phase 2 Roadmap to Recovery.  The service is available from two … Continue reading →

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Waterford Libraries planning “Contact and Collect” Service

Posted on May 31, 2020 by

Waterford Libraries planning “Contact and Collect” Service Waterford Libraries is planning a “Contact and Collect” Service from two of its libraries from the beginning of Phase 2 of the roadmap for easing restrictions, planned for June 8th. Central Library and … Continue reading →

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Free Online Resources at Waterford Libraries

Posted on March 24, 2020 by

While our libraries are closed due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), you can still access our Free Online Resources. To join visit: http://www.librariesireland.ie/join-your-library and complete the online application form. You will be given a temporary library number and a library PIN. As … Continue reading →

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Waterford Libraries receive funding to upgrade sensory facilities in 4 branches

Posted on March 5, 2020 by

Waterford Libraries receive over €30,000 in funding to upgrade sensory facilities in Dungarvan, Lismore, Tramore and Central Libraries. Following their successful application for funding under the national scheme announced by Minister for Rural and Community Development Michael Ring in December … Continue reading →

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Your Library – Take a Closer Look

Posted on January 20, 2020 by

A new national advertising campaign is asking everyone to take a closer look at what their local authority library has to offer. Waterford Libraries and all public libraries around the country are joining in the campaign, which is running for … Continue reading →

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Sustainable Christmas Workshop @ Central Library

Posted on November 18, 2019 by

Learn how to make your own plastic-free Christmas crackers, a beeswax wrap and more at this Sustainable Christmas Workshop. This free 1 hour workshop for adults is run by Waterford City and County Council’s Environmental Section. Booking is essential – … Continue reading →

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Minister Ring announces roll-out of “My Open Library” service to 17 further branches

Posted on November 14, 2019 by

22 libraries to receive Magic Tables which benefit people with dementia, autism and learning difficulties Mr Michael Ring TD, Minister for Rural and Community Development, has today (Thursday 14th November) announced funding of almost €1.5 million to support the continued … Continue reading →

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