Charleville Mall Library

02/09/2026

New arrivals! 📚🎮🎬

We’ve just received a great selection of new books, video games and DVDs! 🎉

Whether you’re looking for your next great read, a new game to play, or something to watch, there’s plenty to choose from.

Pop in to your local library and check out what’s new!

29/08/2026

🎉🎉Charleville Mall's 2026 Summer Stars graduates took the library by storm on Thursday for a fun-filled Award Ceremony! Painting, colouring, singing, snacking, scavenger-hunting, and prize-winning, they really gave us a run for our money (shout out to library assistant extraordinaire Jess for all her hard work - the paint corner is not for the faint of heart).🎉🎉

Many thanks to all who attended, and best of luck with the new school year! We can't wait to help you find your next read.



Dublin City Libraries

26/08/2026

Coffee, Chats and Crafts is a free, relaxed weekly morning for mums to meet, chat, practise English and enjoy simple crafts together during school hours. Bring your own craft, join in with an activity or just come for coffee and company.

No need to book. Every mum is welcome.

Every Monday from 10.30am in Charleville Mall Library starting 31st August 2026. For more information, email [email protected].

26/08/2026

There are still places available for this fascinating lecture by Dublin City Council's Historian in Residence Dr James Curry!

Book here: https://dublincity.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/FULL/WPAC/EVSESENQ/1161775033/131081820,3

Dublin City Historians in Residence

Join us for Historian in Residence James Curry's talk on Maud Gonne's Patriotic Children's Treat.

This illustrated lecture in Charleville Mall Library will discuss the fascinating life of Maud Gonne, and tell the story of the “Patriotic Children’s Treat” event that she helped to organise in Drumcondra in 1900.

Saturday August 29th, 2.30pm. Book your place here:
https://dublincity.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=26672781

Dublin City Historians in Residence Dublin City Libraries

25/08/2026

"Look at the clotheslines
and see every clue!"

Future farmers and budding astronauts, up-and-coming artists and firefighters in training, the young attendees at Charleville Mall's last Summer Stars staff story-time session don't lack ambition and enthusiasm (even the story-teller is now considering a fresh start as a mail carrier).

Whatever we choose to be when we grow up, our glitzy clothes pegs brook no competition!

Missed today's story-time session? Charleville Mall will hold its own Summer Stars party & award ceremony this Thursday from 3pm! For those who finished multiple cards (and those who are really enjoying that first book), those who are in it for the goodies and those who've never even heard of Summer Stars - all are welcome!

Age guidance is 3+; all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Book here:
https://dublincity.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=26813168

21/08/2026

What is a "public" library? Is the Gruffalo real, and if so, would he remember to return his loans by the due date? How do I find a book about sharks? Just how many Peppa Pig books do we have in Charleville Mall? It's been a day and we're still counting.

We were delighted to welcome the students and excellent teachers from Rutland NS yesterday morning for an exciting library tour & story-time session, followed by a scavenger hunt and some well-deserved drawing and colouring.

Bets of luck with the new school year!

13/08/2026

🏫📚School-starters! Take your first-day jitters, unfinished homework, and colour-coded notebooks and pack them into your own Little Library Bag!🍎🚌

There is a My Little Library Bag available in English or Irish from your local library for all children starting school for the first time this year. Inside each bag you'll find a selection of books and resources to help your child navigate school for the first time. And don't forget to sign them up for a free library card if you haven't already!



Hill Street Family Resource Centre North East Inner City - Dublin Early Learning Initiative Mums Hub SWAN Youth Service

06/08/2026

For any child who might be craving one of those late-summer dark and stormy nights of yore, Charleville Mall is still running its weekly staff storytime hour every Tuesday morning at 11am. No need to book, just drop in on the day!

This is a Summer Stars event. Summer Stars is the free national reading programme for children that takes place in all public libraries and online each summer. It runs from June until the end of August 2026. Sign up in any public library and start collecting your rewards!

05/08/2026

The Chester Beatty may be closed, but their wonderful staff will bring their knowledge to you over the course of two exciting events taking place in Charleville Mall Library this August!

🌺Chester Beatty Illustrated Talk: The Language of Flowers🌺

From Persian poetry to ancient Egyptian art, flowers have carried hidden meanings across cultures and centuries. Come along for an illustrated talk by museum guide, Joan Barnewell and explore the symbolism, history and beauty of flowers as seen through the Chester Beatty collection. Book here: https://chesterbeatty.ie/whats-on/the-language-of-flowers-illustrated-talk/

Wednesday 19 August, 11.45AM. Image credits: Paintings of Birds and Flowers by Hu Feitao. China, 18th century. CBL C 1335

🪢Chester Beatty Workshop for Adults: The Art of Celtic Knots🪢

Timeless, fascinating, intricate — the Celtic knot is one of Ireland's most iconic and enduring artistic traditions. Join us for an immersive two-hour workshop exploring the art of knotwork, from its roots in Iron Age Europe to the breathtaking illuminated manuscripts of early medieval Ireland. Guided by the rich decorative traditions found in the Chester Beatty collection, you will learn to design and draw beautiful Celtic knot patterns. Suitable for all levels of ability. All materials provided. Book here: https://chesterbeatty.ie/whats-on/35492/

Saturday 22 August, 2.15PM

Dublin City Libraries

04/08/2026

Did you know your local library provides a wide range of sensory resources? Try some of them every Friday morning in August in Charleville Mall Library from 10.30am onwards!

Toys, puzzles, and books from Dublin City Libraries' Sensory Collection to support your child's sensory development and motor skills.

Suitable for ages 1+; all children must be supervised by an adult at all times. No need to book; just drop in on the day!

Find out more about the Libraries' Sensory catalogue here: https://www.dublincity.ie/library/blog/sensory-collection-assistive-software-and-sensory-toy-catalogue

A Summer Stars event. Summer Stars is a national reading challenge for kids; sign up your child at your local library and start collecting your rewards!