Europe Direct Limerick

04/11/2025

Thank you to Minister for European Affairs, Thomas Byrne TD, for visiting Europe Direct Limerick as part of a programme of community outreach across the country to raise awareness of Ireland’s upcoming Presidency of the Council of the EU and what it means for Ireland. The Minister met with representatives from the local community to provide them with an opportunity to engage directly with a member of Government who will be centrally involved in delivering on Ireland’s objectives for our EU Presidency.

01/10/2025

It’s that time of year again… Soapbox 2025 is back! 🎤✨

This year’s competition takes place on Wednesday 12th November and the motion for debate is: “Likes, Lies, and Legal Limits: Is it time the EU banned social media for under-16s?”

Here’s what you need to know:
🔹 Speeches: max. 3 minutes, for or against the motion
🔹 Two age categories: 16 and under and 17 and over
🔹 Regional winners take home an iPad
🔹 National Final winners in Dublin win €1,000 each
🔹 Prizes sponsored by the European Commission Representation in Ireland

👉 Collect your entry form at the City Library or download it here: https://www.librariesireland.ie/services/europe-direct/europe-direct-soapbox-competition-2025and
Return it completed to [email protected]

30/04/2025

Whether we like it or not, being online is part of life, and none so much perhaps as for teenagers. This session in Limerick City Library aims to raise awareness of what young people are doing online, and the associated risks and safeguards. We provide information and guidance on platforms teenagers are using, digital literacy and wellbeing, and the inherent risks of being online: oversharing and privacy, cyberbullying, sexting, grooming and digital footprint.

Spaces are limited so book your place today by clicking the link below!

https://limerick.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=19247843

Recommended audience:
Parents or guardians of secondary-aged children, Teachers, Youth Workers, Foster Carers, Secondary Teachers.

26/03/2025

Europe Direct Limerick invite you to attend a fascinating talk by Anthony Angelini on the very topical subject of 'Countering Disinformation'. On 8th April @ 1pm in Limerick City Library. You can book your place by clicking this link https://limerick.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=18494531

21/01/2025

📚Are you housebound ? Do you know someone who is ? Your local library can select books for you and check them out for a nominated person to collect. Contact any of our library branches for more info (link to contact details in comments).

25/11/2024

Last Thursday, we had an incredible evening at Limerick City Library with Lero - The Science Foundation Ireland Research Centre for Software! Experts in 🧠💻 and Machine Learning shared their insights, with presentations by Dr. Juan Albarracin, Dr. Ehsan Namjoo, and Dr. Clare McInerney, followed by a engaging panel discussion.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this exciting journey into the world of AI!

Limerick Library

22/11/2024

Europe Direct Limerick in partnership with Ballyhoura Development CLG invite you to join us in Limerick City Library for an informative and engaging talk with Sarah O'Connell, Limerick Mentor for the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) SEC Programme, Development Officer with Ballyhoura Development CLG and an experienced retrofit engineer.

Sarah will share practical advice on how to keep your home warm and energy-efficient this winter while saving on costs.

Learn about:
✅ SEAI grants available for retrofitting and home improvements
✅ The benefits of solar panels for your energy needs
✅ Tips to improve your home’s comfort and maintain a healthy indoor air quality

This free event is a great opportunity to discover how to improve your homes energy efficiency and stay Warm and Well this winter.
Everyone is welcome!

📅 Date: Saturday 30th November
🕒 Time: 12:00-14:00
📍 Location: Limerick City Library

For more information, contact 061 557 510 or email [email protected]

11/11/2024

Europe Direct Limerick in partnership with Lero - The Science Foundation Ireland Research Centre for Software are delighted to host this free workshop with experts in the field of AI and Machine Learning. During this AI Demystified presentation, a panel of speakers will talk about their work in this exciting field and their short presentations will be followed by an panel discussion allowing you the audience to participate and get answers to your AI queries.

When: Thurs, 21st Nov 2024 @ 6:30pm
Where: Limerick City Library
Booking: First come first served.

Our Speakers:

Dr Juan Albarracin: Postdoctoral Researcher at the Computer Science and Information System department, University of Limerick and Lero. He specializes in Deep Generative Models and General Machine Learning and currently works in application of Machine Learning algorithms for the wind industry.

Dr Ehsan Namjoo: Postdoctoral Researcher in Lero at the University of Limerick and is currently focused on developing an Explainable AI (XAI) strategy to enhance the safety and security of edge devices in the robotics industry.

Dr Clare McInerney: Education and Public Engagement Program Manager in Lero – the Research Ireland Centre for Software, at the University of Limerick.

https://limerick.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=16532104

15/10/2024

🌍✨Join us for Erasmus Days 2024 ✨🌍

We’re thrilled to announce that Erasmus Week is happening from 14 to 19 October all over Europe and share a list of several events taking place in Ireland 🇮🇪

🔸14-16 October - Dun Laoghaire - information sessions on campus with Erasmus students from all over Europe, culminating in a tour to the Glendalough Valley by the Institute of Art Design + Technology IADT
🔸15 October - Cork City - launch and first screening of the video showing the highlights of youth exchange in Cork & Kerry by The Hut Youth Project CDYS Youth Work Ireland
🔸16 October - Dublin - “Pitch my Erasmus!” competition at the Europe House by Ambassade de France en Irlande, Campus France Ireland & Léargas
🔸17-18 October, a series of online events by Warnborough College

This is your chance to dive into the vibrant world of international education, cultural exchange, and unforgettable experiences. Whether you are a student, teacher, or just curious about what Erasmus+ has to offer, there’s something for everyone!

02/08/2024

🎶 Huge thanks to Music Generation Limerick City for facilitating a 2-day songwriting workshop in City Library last week as part of our Summer Stars✨ programme of events. And what a thrill for the participants when MuRli made a surprise guest appearance 🙌


Music Generation Limerick City MuRli

02/08/2024

31/05/2024

Have you bookmarked 7 June in your calendar yet? 🗳️🇪🇺

To help remember that all important election date, call to at Limerick City Library for a free, biodegradable bookmark.

Plant it after the 7th to grow wildflowers🌸🌷🌺

European Parliament Office in Ireland
Limerick Library