Tipperary County Council Library Service

'Wellness' @ Carrick-on-Suir Library - Bealtaine Event
2024-05-08 12:00 - 13:30 (Europe/London) | Carrick-On-Suir Library, E32 X860
‘Wellness‘
Presented by Jennie Hannigan
Carrick-on-Suir Library
Wednesdays, May 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th
12.00pm – 1.30pm

Introduction to mindfulness meditation including breathing techniques and deep relaxation exercise.
How to calm a busy and overthinking mind through practical exercises and working with the breath.
Life coping skills and techniques for dealing with stress and anxiety.
Learning how to respond as opposed to reacting to life events.
A variety of skills and techniques in managing difficult and challenging emotions.
Self-care and wellness tips.
This will also include a variety of stress management techniques and positive mental health skills.

Booking is essential, to book contact: 051 640591 or carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie

'Ireland's Own' Talk @ Carrick-on-Suir Library - Bealtaine Event
2024-05-08 14:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | Carrick-On-Suir Library, E32 X860
‘Ireland’s Own‘ Presented by Margaret Galvin @ Carrick-on-Suir Library
Wednesday, May 8th, 2.00pm – 3.00pm
Margaret Galvin reflects on the evolving nature of Ireland’s Own magazine over the many decades of its history since its inception in 1902. Particular emphasis will be placed on the adverts carried in the magazine and how they relate to the sociology of Ireland at that time.
Regular features such as the pen friends will also be considered along with the more recent features contributed by RTÉ personalities Mary Kennedy, Michael Lyster, Maxi, and Liam Nolan.
Booking is essential, to book contact: 051 640591 or carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie

Ireland's Own by Margaret Galvin
2024-05-08 19:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | Clonmel Library, E91 YW66
Margaret Galvin considers how Ireland’s Own has evolved over the many decades of its history since its conception in 1902.
She will cover topics such as the adverts carried in the magazine and how they relate to sociology of Ireland at that time.
Regular features such as pen friends will also be considered along with the more recent features contributed by RTE personalities, Mary Kennedy, Michael Lyster, Maxi and Liam Nolan.

> Booking required: Contact us @ 052 616 6130 or come up to the desk.

Bealtaine Festival May 2024 Tipperary Town Library
2024-05-09 11:30 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Tipperary Town, E34 KP60
Ireland’s Own by Margaret Galvin
Ireland’s Own has evolved over the many decades of its history since its inception in 1902. Particular emphasis will be placed on the adverts carried in the magazine and how they relate to the sociology of Ireland at that time. Regular features such as the pen friends will also be considered along with more recent features contributed by RTE personalities.

Cookery Demo with Colleen Kelly
2024-05-09 13:00 - 14:30 (Europe/London) | Nenagh Library, E45 AK50
‘As the summer rolls in, we get prepared for lots of Al fresco dining with the perfect marinades, dressings and salads and with some quick and easy summer dining ideas to whet your appetite.’
From mastering essential techniques to crafting gourmet delights, immerse yourself in the world of flavours and aromas. Elevate your cooking skills and create memorable dishes with us. Cookery with Colleen Kelly in Nenagh Library on Thursday 9th May, 1pm to 2:30pm. Limited spaces, call 067 34404 to book.

Thurles Library Tai Chi for Beginners
2024-05-09 14:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London)
Join us in Thurles Library for 4 classes of Tai Chi for Beginners. To book a place contact 052-6166131.

Bealtaine Festival May 2024 Tipperary Town Library
2024-05-09 14:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Tipperary Town, E34 KP60
Maureen Walsh Local Stylist and dramatist
Maureen will present three workshops:
Perfect Packing,
Discover your Style
Look Good, Feel Good

Templemore Library Bealtaine Explore Painting Workshop
2024-05-10 11:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Templemore Library, Templemore Library and Enterprise Centre Main Street, Templemore, Co. Tipperary., E41 W7W3
Templemore Library Painting Workshop Friday 10 May at 11.00am – 12.00pm
Awaken your creativity and explore painting techniques in a safe encouraging environment.
This is an opportunity for you to try a hands-on approach to using colour and texture in a painting.
Contact 0504 32555 to book.

Line Dancing with Bernie Corbett
2024-05-10 11:30 - 12:30 (Europe/London) | Cashel Library, E25 K798
Line dancing with Bernie Corbett in Cashel Library
Line dancing is a traditional dance to country music. Line dancing is popular in country-western dancing nightclubs, weddings, social clubs, ballrooms and parties worldwide. Line dancing is a great way to stay fit and enjoy some fun! So come on give it a go in Cashel library. This event will run on the dates below from 11.30am-12.30pm
Friday 3rd May, Friday 10th May, Friday 17th May & Friday 24th May
Contact 062-63825 to book your place spaces limited

Memoir Writing Workshop in Cashel Library
2024-05-11 10:00 - 12:30 (Europe/London) | Cashel Library, E25 K798
Share your story and be part of a writing and audio community project for Cashel Arts Festival
with
The Cashel Memoir Project Writing Workshops with Rebecca Lenehan
Contact Cashel library for booking 062-63825
Email: memoirsofcashel@gmail.com for further details
Spaces are limited

KARAOKE SING-ALONG
2024-05-13 11:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Cashel Library, E25 K798
The “Karaoke Sing-Along” is a new Age-Friendly, monthly event in Cashel library. Singing has multiple benefits for health and well-being; for example, it enhances lung function and can help improve memory and concentration! So come and join us – you don’t need to be able to sing, it’s just for FUN!!!

Memory Cafe @ Carrick-on-Suir Library - Bealtaine Event
2024-05-13 11:00 - 12:30 (Europe/London) | Carrick-On-Suir Library, E32 X860
Memory Cafe, featuring a talk from Conor O’Brien of ALONE @ Carrick-on-Suir Library
Monday, May 13th, 11.00am – 12.30pm
A memory cafe is a welcoming, once monthly meeting for anyone who is affected by dementia. People living with dementia, their families and friends, healthcare professionals, and people who are interested in supporting a dementia inclusive community are all welcome to attend. Memory cafes are run by local voluntary steering committees, and are always free of charge. This meeting will also feature a talk by Conor O’Brien, support coordinator of ALONE, the national organisiation that enables older people to age at home. Conor will outline the supports and services provided by ALONE.
Booking is essential, to book contact: 051 640591 or carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie

Thurles Library ART Workshop
2024-05-13 14:30 - 15:30 (Europe/London)
Awaken your creativity and explore painting techniques in our Art Workshop. Monday 13th May from 2.30 pm-3.30 pm. To book a place contact 052-6166131.

Memory Cafe in Cashel library
2024-05-14 11:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Cashel Library, E25 K798
The next meeting of the Memory Cáfe in Cashel library takes place on Tuesday 14th May
Guest Speaker this month is
David Whelan Co-ordinator Tipperary South
Healthy Age Friendly Homes Programme
Contact Cashel library on 062-63825

Wellness Course in Cashel Library
2024-05-14 13:15 - 14:45 (Europe/London) | Cashel Library, E25 K798
Wellness Course in Cashel library – Tuesday 7th May, Tuesday 14th May, Tuesday 21st May, Tuesday 28th ( 4 weeks )
Time 1.15-2.45pm Booking essential 062-63825 Spaces Limited
Join Jennie Hannigan from the ETB for a Wellness course over four weeks. Jennie will give and introduction to mindfulness meditation, breathing techniques and deep relaxation exercises, how to calm a busy and over thinking mind through practical exercises and working with the breath. Jennie will also include areas on life coping skills, techniques for dealing with stress, anxiety and a variety techniques in dealing with difficult and challenging emotions while promoting positive mental health in our everyday lives.

Biodiversity & Horticulture @ Carrick-on-Suir Library - Bealtaine Event
2024-05-14 14:30 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | Carrick-On-Suir Library, E32 X860
‘Biodiversity & Horticulture’ with Adrian O’Connor @ Carrick-on-Suir Library
Tuesday, May 14th, 2.30pm

Simple steps to transform your garden into an eco-oasis.
Tips and tricks for a greener future.
Backyard biodiversity: the do’s and the don’ts.

Booking is essential, to book contact: 051 640591 or carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie

Templemore Library Bealtaine Flower Arranging with Roisin O'Connell
2024-05-14 14:30 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | Templemore Library, Templemore Library and Enterprise Centre Main Street, Templemore, Co. Tipperary., E41 W7W3
Templemore Library Bealtaine Flower Arranging with Roisin O’Connell
Create a beautiful arrangement to celebrate the month of May.
Many of us have the memory of a May alter from our childhoods, in this workshop we revisit the memories and construct our own arrangements to welcome the summer.
Contact 0504 32555 to book.

Templemore Library Storytime for ages 6 and under.
2024-05-14 15:30 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Templemore Library, Templemore Library and Enterprise Centre Main Street, Templemore, Co. Tipperary., E41 W7W3
Templemore Library Storytime for ages 6 and under. Tuesday 14th May at 3.30pm – 4.00pm.
No booking required.

Movie Night in Cashel Library "Thelma and Louise"
2024-05-14 18:15 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | Cashel Library, E25 K798
Join us for movie night in Cashel library
Tuesday 14th May
We will show the epic film ” Thelma and Louise”
Contact us to book on 062-63856
Film time: 6.15pm

"Antiques are Green!" Talk by Anne-Louise Mitchell, Antiques Auctioneer
2024-05-14 19:00 - 19:45 (Europe/London) | Nenagh Library, E45 AK50
“Antiques are Green!” a modern reflection on buying antique or vintage items, rather than new. Followed by “What’s it Worth?” .. have your treasures appraised by Anne-Louise Mitchell. Anne-Louise is an Antiques Auctioneer with 25 years experience at Victor Mitchell’s Auction Rooms in Roscrea.

Thurles Library Author Visit
2024-05-15 11:30 - 12:30 (Europe/London)
Join us in Thurles Library on Wednesday 15th May @ 11.30 am to meet local Author Susie Murphy. Susie Murphy is the author of A Matter of Class, a historical romance saga set in Ireland, England and America during the 19th century. She is a full-time independent author with a passion for history and love stories.
Susie will speak about her books, including her career to date and her writing process. She will also do a reading from her series, as well as a Q&A session. She is looking forward to chatting with readers! To Book A Place Contact 052-6166131

HELLO HOW ARE U? Afternoon Tea in Cashel library
2024-05-15 14:30 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | Cashel Library, E25 K798
Hello How Are You Afternoon Tea – Wednesday 15th May 2.30pm
Hello, How Are You? is a campaign about connecting with those around us, engaging in open conversations about mental health. Come along to our afternoon of tea, chat and maybe by asking the question Hello How Are You? It can have a positive impact on someone else’s life and make a connection that encourages listening and reaching out to others. This event might lead you to discover other events in the library or local community that might be interest you. Booking Essential 062-63825

Bealtaine Festival 2024 Tipperary Town Library
2024-05-16 10:30 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Tipperary Town, E34 KP60
Ronan Kennedy Solicitor
Ronan Kennedy will speak about Enduring powers of attorney, Wills & The Fair Deal Scheme, & Assisted Decision Making Act.

Bealtaine Festival 2024 Tipperary Town Library
2024-05-16 11:30 - 12:30 (Europe/London) | Tipperary Town, E34 KP60
Tracing your Family Tree with Noreen Higgins McHugh
How to start the process of tracing your family tree, instruction’s on the tools and sources that are available to conduct personal and family research.

Sustainable Gardening with Adrian O'Connor
2024-05-16 14:30 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | Killenaule library, Slieveardagh Cultural and Enterprise Centre, River Street, Killenaule, Tipperary, E41 A7K7, Ireland
BEALTAINE FESTIVAL MAY 2024: Gardening expert Adrian O’Connor will join us in Killenaule library to talk about how we can garden more sustainably, outlining some simple steps we can follow to transform our gardens into eco-oases with “tips and tricks for a greener future”.

An afternoon with Mary Kenny
2024-05-16 14:30 - 15:30 (Europe/Dublin) | Nenagh Library, E45 AK50
Join Mary Kenny Irish journalist, broadcaster and playwright in Nenagh library on Thursday 16th May @ 2.30p.m
A working journalist for 60 years – now aged 80 Mary still works in the media. Developing a close interest in the social history of Ireland, Mary has come to believe that one of the greatest contribution senior citizens can make is remembering how things were, and seeing the past in the context of the past.
She has written for over 30 newspapers and magazines along with a “selective memoir” in 2013, “Something of Myself – and Others” and “A Day at a Time,” a collection of reflections, published in December 2016.

Bealtaine Festival 2024 Tipperary Town Library
2024-05-17 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Tipperary Town, E34 KP60
Sarah Croker and Special Guest
The good old days, A Morning of Memories
A look back at songs and stories of our time with Singer/Songwriter Sarah Croker

Bealtaine Festival Performance by St. John the Baptist Girls School
2024-05-17 10:30 - 23:30 (Europe/London) | Cashel Library, E25 K798
The students of St. John the Baptist Girls School, Cashel, will showcase their talents for the performing arts in this special Bealtaine Festival event. To book your place call 062 63825.

Line Dancing with Bernie Corbett in Cashel Library
2024-05-17 11:30 - 12:30 (Europe/London) | Cashel Library, E25 K798

Thurles Library presents 'Antiques are Green'.
2024-05-17 14:30 - 15:30 (Europe/London)
Come along to a talk by auctioneers Anne-Louise Mitchell & John Gleeson and have your treasures appraised. Friday 17th May @ 2.30 pm. Contact 052-6166131 to book a place!
