In honour of the Kennedy Summer School, New Ross Library are delighted to welcome Liam Wylie from RTÉ who will present historic footage of JFK from the RTÉ archives in this fascinating and nostalgic event.
Cumas Traditional Music Band will provide New Ross Library goers with a lively start to their Wednesday morning with a fantastic trad. session.
We are absolutely thrilled to host our colleague Tina Callaghan’s launch for her second book here in New Ross Library.
Daughter of the Storm will be unveiled by Dr Sarah Cleary, creative director of Horror Expo Ireland.
New Ross Library has a supported reading book club for children with dyslexia.
This relaxed and fun group encourages the joy of reading and is suitable for 8-12 year olds.
This talk will explain the definition of dementia, statistics around the condition, understanding it, what we can do to help reduce risk of dementia, strategies/techniques and intervention to assist with everyday living with cognitive impairment/dementia and what supports are in place.
Come and meet Sally Griffiths, Centre Manager of Pieta House in Wexford.
Pieta House provides a free, therapeutic approach to people who are in suicidal distress and those who engage in self-harm.
Anthony McGeehan, bird expert, author and photographer will discuss the migratory birds of Ireland.
Booking is essential contact 053 919 6760.
Should you require additional supports to enable you to fully participate in this or any library event, please contact the librarian.
Join us on Saturday 7th September for our Summer Stars awards day with two fun events and to celebrate all the children who took part in our Summer Stars Reading Adventure.
Come along, enjoy the fun and don't forget to collect your Certificate!
Gymboree with Rachel Armstrong from 10.45am onwards. Suitable for ages 0 – 6 years.
This Claymazing Workshop is the first in a series of Autism Friendly events to be held in New Ross Library this September.
Helen’s Claymazing workshops encourage children to develop their fine motor skills and improve hand-eye coordination.
This workshop with esteemed author Caroline Busher is the second of our Autism Friendly events this September.
Children will be guided to construct their very own Lego creation which will be based on a well-known story.
"Lulu's World" performance by Francesca from Circus Outside The Box.
2.15pm – 2.50 pm
3.30pm – 4.05 pm
Suitable for all ages.
New Ross Adult Reading Group meets on the second Tuesday of every month to discuss popular and literary fiction in a pleasant and friendly environment.
2019 marks 100 years since the beginning of the War of Independence.
This talk will explore some of the activities of the North Wexford Brigade of the IRA during the period while also looking at its formation, organisation and more.
Join IT experts, Niamh and Frank and discover how to guide your children and teenagers in the safe and responsible use of information and communication technology.
Discover what you need to teach them in order to keep their information safe and secure and help them learn how to respect other people’s information.
The talk will inspire you to try growing your own food and give you the basics on how to do it successfully, focussing on practical tips that come from years of growing.
Bestselling author, broadcaster and social entrepreneur, Michael Kelly will talk about getting started, working on your soil, key pests and will focus on some of his favourite veg to grow including beetroot, garlic (of course), tomatoes, courgettes and great salads.
What - if anything - makes a garden in Ireland Irish?
Peter Dale is the author of The Irish Garden: A Cultural History and co-author of Wordsworth's Gardens and Flowers: The Spirit of Paradise.
Join Psychologist Peadar Maxwell as he explains the building blocks for raising confident, competent children.
The seminar will focus on the emotional and social skills that your children need in order to thrive at home, in school and throughout life.
Well done to all who took part in our Summer Stars Reading Adventure!
There will be two sessions on the day, 11.00am & 2.00pm.
Classes commence in Gorey Library on Tuesday 17th September at 10.30 – 12.30pm.
All library events are free. Everyone is welcome. Booking is essential.
Join Mayte McGuinness of Mediaskool for the Digital Learning Club.
The Club aims to bring people together to learn from each other or to discuss issues they are encountering while dealing with their smartphones, tablets or laptops.
New Ross Library Creative Writing Group meets once a month and is guided by published author Tina Callaghan.
Len Graham is one of Ireland’s best known Irish singers and has gained an international reputation, not only for his inimitable singing style, but also for the breadth of his knowledge of Irish folk music.
Are you budgeting for Christmas or perhaps for a First Communion or back to school expenses?
Why not come along to your friendly local library and let Lynda explain how to make the most out of your family finances in a relaxed setting.
Burnout is a state of chronic stress that leads to physical and emotional exhaustion, cynicism, detachment, feelings of ineffectiveness and lack of accomplishment – many of the same symptoms as depression.
Come along to Enniscorthy library to hear well known Enniscorthy guitarist and musician Maura Flannery who will sing a number of Irish and contemporary songs on Culture Night.
This event is free and all are welcome.
We are delighted to welcome our friends from Cumas for this special performance for Culture Night here in New Ross Library.
Cumas are an Irish traditional ceili band, first established in 2012.
To mark Culture Night join us for a performance of traditional music by Comhaltas branch CCE Gorey/Ballygarrett Friday.
Wrap up in Culture/ Faoi Chumhdach an Chultúir.
BKDG will launch their Winter/Spring Season by performing readings from three plays currently in rehearsal: The Glass Asylum, The Memory of Water and The Good Father.
Join the group as they celebrate Culture Night by giving a taster of productions to be enjoyed by local audiences over the coming months.
Join Vivian Brodie Hayes for a fun yoga session for 5 - 9 year olds and their parents.
Parents and Children @ Wexford Library
Join Val, ASD tutor and author of the excellent ‘Tony the Turtle’ book series.
The stories you will enjoy together offer tried and tested positive strategies to support children and their parents and carers in getting through everyday activities with reduced anxiety, minimum stress and having some fun along the way!
Continuing our Autism Friendly series of events TEKcentral are offering a specially tailored workshop with a great selection of activities.
Suitable for 5 – 12 year olds and places are limited.
Booking essential, phone New Ross Library: 051 421877.
Back by popular demand, join us for a chair yoga session with Catherine Callaghan from Croi Yoga.
You are never too old or too tired or too inflexible to start!
Join Val, ASD tutor and author of the excellent ‘Tony the Turtle’ book series, for another of our Autism Friendly events here in New Ross Library.
Suitable for 5 – 12 year olds and places are limited.
Booking essential, phone New Ross Library: 051 421877.
Following the successful launch of our Family Games Club, the club will continue in September. Drop in any time between 3.00pm - 5.00pm. Family Games Club Saturday 7th, 14th, and 21st September.
Are you budgeting for Christmas, or perhaps for a First Communion or back to school expenses?
Maybe you are planning a family holiday?
Or would you like some help and information on how to manage your credit card bills or current loans?
Join lecturer and researcher Mary Bolger for an overview of dyslexia and current best practice.
Mary will look at the challenges that are presenting to your children and explore the opportunities available to them.
Come and meet Samantha Whelan, Psycotherapist, Pieta house, in Wexford.
Pieta House provides a free, therapeutic approach to people who are in suicidal distress and those who engage in self-harm.
Baby Rhyme Time is a weekly event every Thursday at 11am in Gorey Library. All babies and carers are welcome to join in.
Join us for a fun session of singing, rhymes and short stories to develop a love of language and a foundation of learning.
Parents, grandparents and carers, join us every Thursday in New Ross Library with your toddlers and babies for storytime fun and rhymes.
Come join Sports Active Wexford on Thursday 26th September at 2pm in New Ross Library to celebrate European Week of Sport ( 23rd – 30th September).
This week aims to promote sport and physical activity across Europe.
The week is for everyone, regardless of age, background or fitness level.
Join Patricia on the last Thursday of every month to read and chat about your favourite books.
Come to meet Sally Griffiths, Centre Manager of Pieta House in Wexford.
Pieta House provides a free, therapeutic approach to people who are in suicidal distress and those who engage in self-harm.
Join us for the screening of a LGBTQIA+ movie. For further details of the movie being shown please contact the library.
Cert: 12
All are welcome.
Come to the library to play this classic favourite. For both beginners and advanced players.For more information phone: 051 421877.
Should you require any supports to fully participate in this event, please contact the Librarian.
This workshop is part of our Autism Friendly series of events that run throughout September.
Suitable for 5 – 12 year olds and places are limited. Booking essential. Phone New Ross Library: 051 421877.
This workshop is part of our Autism Friendly series of events that run throughout September.
Suitable for 5 – 12 year olds and places are limited. Booking essential. Phone New Ross Library: 051 421877.
Bunclody library will host the first of our Autism and sensory friendly movie screenings.
These autism friendly adjustments are designed to make viewing a movie in the library more inclusive and accessible for children with sensory sensitivities, and others who can benefit from this environment.
See the full listing of regular events at New Ross Library.
Learn about: The Internet, Internet Safety & Security Email, Social Media, Online Banking and Security Online Government Services, Shopping Online and more.
Course Delivered over 5 sessions, 2 hours per week.
Heather Cody has undertaken a documentary project studying vulnerable groups through photographic portraiture.
The exhibition will be officially launched on 5 September at 7pm.
Drop in to Bunclody Library to see a solo exhibition by local artist, Una Murphy, throughout September.
Una has used art throughout her life and in her workplace as a Psychiatric Nurse.
New Ross Library are delighted to have on display a collection of books, publications, audio-visual recordings and other research materials on the Kennedy presidency, Kennedy family, and the link between the Kennedys and County Wexford.
Would you like to learn more Irish or get some practice to revive the skills you have?
If so, then join us for our conversational Irish classes.
Fáilte roimh chách. Resumes in September
Phone: 051 421877 https://www.wexfordcoco.ie/libraries/opening-hours-and-branches/new-ross-library
See the full listing of regular events at Gorey Library.
See the full listing of regular events at Wexford Town Library.
See the full listing of regular events at Bunclody Library.
