Reading promotion in South Dublin

South Dublin County Libraries have new book promotions to delight both adult and younger bookworms over the summer break.

Celebrate U.S.A. Independence day with an American Crime Read

Staff at the County Library, Tallaght put together a new collection of American Crime Fiction which is on display in the library during the summer months. The collection includes some old friends but will also introduce readers to some new authors. Eye-catching bookmarks have been designed for the promotion which will run during July and August.

Books with Bite – a deadly choice for teenage readers!

Do you feel like Vampires are invading your life?  Vampires are everywhere – from the TV Show Vampire Diaries to the world wide phenomenon that is the Twilight Saga. The County Library, Tallaght has embraced the vampires and has put together a vampire book display for those of you who like Books with Bite.  The display includes some custom-made Twilight bookmarks.  Call to the library if you dare…

Space Hop – the summer reading challenge for children

South Dublin County Libraries are launching children into orbit for an intergalactical adventure that will keep them reading throughout the school summer holidays. Space Hop Summer Reading Challenge is simple – children are encouraged to read six or more books of their choice during the holidays with collectable incentives and rewards, plus a certificate for every child who completes the Challenge. This popular reading challenge is an important tool to inspire children to read in the long summer break from school when their reading skills can decline.

Bastille Day – Vive La France!

County Library Tallaght celebrated Bastille Day on July 14th with French Café music by Mick Flynn and Sean Gilligan, tasting sessions of French cheese and wine, followed by a screening of the film “Coco Before Chanel” directed by Anne Fontaine.

The large crowd attending were invited to browse a range of library materials with a French connection: travel guides, language courses, novels in French, translations of French novels and books set in France.

C’était très amusant – a very “French” good time was had by all!