Monaghan County Libraries

18/06/2026

🎉 Deravoy NS WINS THE PRIZE! 🎉
Deravoy National School has WON the €100 Monaghan Town voucher prize from the library’s mobile service survey draw! 🏆👏
A huge thank you to all the teachers and pupils who took the time to complete the survey — your feedback is so valuable in helping to shape and improve the mobile library service for schools across the county.
Your prize is on the way, Deravoy NS! 🎊📚
We look forward to visiting you all during the next school year!

16/06/2026

“To learn one must be humble. But life is the great teacher.” - Stephen Dedalus, Episode 2 “Nestor” of Ulysses.
A perfect sentiment for Bloomsday, celebrated in style at Monaghan Town Library with Dr Niall Kennedy.
It was fantastic to see such a great turnout for an evening of learning, reflection, and literary enjoyment.


Libraries Ireland Monaghan County Council

15/06/2026

🏡 Struggling with navigating the property ladder or thinking about making some green upgrades to your home?

Then come along and get trusted advice—all in one place.
📍 Monaghan Peace Campus (Community Hall)
📅 Friday 26 June | 11am–3pm
🎟 FREE entry

This event is for YOU if you are:
✔ A first-time buyer or self builder
✔ A homeowner planning upgrades
✔ Interested in retrofitting or energy upgrades
✔ Exploring the Vacant Property Grant

✨ What can you expect on the day?
🔹 Information stands from experts
🔹 Short talks & real-life case studies
🔹 Friendly, informal advice sessions

Whether you’re planning now or just curious, this event will help you take the next housing step.

All attendees will be entered into a raffle with a chance to win one of five €100 County Monaghan Gift Cards. 🏆

14/06/2026

Benefits of Reading Physical Books…

We always knew this 😉

Monaghan County Council
Libraries Ireland
Community Libraries - DRCDG

https://www.psypost.org/neuroscientists-discover-previously-unknown-cognitive-benefits-of-reading-physical-books/?fbclid=IwZnRzaASbfABleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe-WqRMnFnRTKIaEMzqosNHbb9QYbJEjaX3217D7LRhQ-SP_-PJxk3ImFSWNI_aem_tXHtQ3SCpsncEWeEAlArbg

A new study reveals that reading comic books on physical paper reduces the brain's workload compared to digital tablets. Brain scans show that paper provides sensory cues that make it easier to mentally organize and remember story details.

11/06/2026

Patrick Kavanagh and The World Cup ⚽️✍️

Some terrific tongue in cheek observations from poet Patrick Kavanagh writing in the RTÉ Guide prior to the start of the 1966 World Cup Finals.

11/06/2026

Coming to CREATE! this Saturday? Here’s what’s included with your general admission ticket. Some activities will need to be booked on the day, and spaces may be limited.

📅 Saturday, 13 June
🕚 11am–4pm
📍 Hilton Park, Clones

There’s so much to see and do—plan to stay the whole day! We will have vendors selling delicious food on the day and there's lots of space if you would like to bring a picnic.

More info and tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/create-festival-of-creativity-tickets-1988336976421?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/06/2026

05/06/2026

👀 Are you fascinated by Gadgets? Ever thought you'd love to try some 3D printing or test drive a drone?
We're teaming up with the DS3 project to offer FREE workshops across the County. Reserve your place now through your local library or email [email protected]

Monaghan County Council Libraries Ireland

03/06/2026

Our colleagues in Creative Monaghan have planned a beautiful day on Saturday for children with additional needs, their friends and family.

🌈 Explore & Wonder – A gentle, sensory‑friendly creative day for children with additional needs and their families & carers. Featuring creative activities like messy play, circus skills, sensory dance and song tales, all at your own pace.

📅 Sat 6 June | 2pm –5pm
📍 Share Discovery Village, Lisnaskea, Co. Fermanagh
🎟️ Free event

Book now: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/1989010746686?aff=oddtdtcreator

Funded by CreativeIrl Coordinated by Creative Cavan and Creative Monaghan

Monaghan County Council Cavan County Council