Discover Something New at Your Library with Firstival!
Are you ready to try something for the first time? South Dublin Libraries invites you to Firstival, an exciting new festival designed for adults eager to step out of their comfort zones and dive into fresh experiences! This January, our libraries will transform into spaces of discovery, where you can explore unique activities you may have never tried before.
Firstival is all about “firsts.” Maybe you’ve always wanted to try painting, learn an instrument, or experiment with creative upcycling. Our lineup of workshops and events will include hands-on arts and crafts, movement and wellness sessions, and interactive music experiences—all led by friendly instructors eager to introduce you to their crafts. Whether you’re a complete beginner or just curious, these sessions are perfect for giving something new a try in a welcoming, no-pressure environment.
Join us at Firstival and discover what your local library can offer beyond books. With each new experience, you’ll be surrounded by others who, just like you, are excited to start something new! Firstival will take place from 13th – 18th January… keep an eye on this page for the full programme!
Ballyroan Library
Bollywood Dance Taster Session - Monday 13th January 2025 at 6pm booking here
Sewing Machine Starter Sessions - Tuesday 14th January from 6.30pm – 7.30pm booking here
Basketmaking - Wednesday 15th January Starting 10am booking here
Silk Painting - Thursday 16th January 6pm – 8 pm booking here
Sewing Machine Starter Session - Friday 17th January from 2pm – 3pm. booking here
Castletymon Library
Tai Chi Taster Session - Monday 13th January at 11 am booking here
Bookbinding with Ariel - Wednesday 15th January at 6.30-8.00pm booking here
Clondalkin Library
Bookbinding with Ariel - Monday 13th January 6.30pm -8.00pm booking here
Tai Chi Taster Session - Wednesday 15th January 11 am booking here
Lucan Library
Drumming David Day - Monday 13th January 11 am booking here
Modern Calligraphy with Sarah O'Dea - Wednesday 15th January 10 – 12 am booking here
Bollywood dancing - Friday 17th January AM 11 am-1pm booking here
North Clondalkin Library
Coppers the Workout - Tuesday Morning - 10am-11am booking here
Bookbinding with Ariel - Tuesday 14th January at 10:30am booking here
Slow Stitch Broaches With Brenda Jackson - Wednesday 15th January at 10 am – 12pm booking here
Hammer and Plant Wednesday 15th January 6pm - 8 pm booking here
Orienteering event is on Sat 18th January at 12pm booking here
Comic Lego workshop for adults 14th January at 6:30pm
Palmerstown Library
Macramé with Martina Kirwin - Thursday 16th 6 – 8 pm booking here
The Reading Circle - Shared Reading - Friday 17th at 11 am
Tallaght Library
Paint and Prosecco - Monday 13th January at 6pm – 7.30pm (90 Mins) booking here
Don Conroy Draw Along for Adults - Tuesday 14th January 2025 6.30pm booking here
Coppers the Workout - Wednesday 15th January at 4 pm booking here
Samba Drumming Workshop with Masamba Samba School - Thursday 16th January at 12:30 – 1:30pm booking here
Sashiko Mending - Thursday 16th 6.30 pm – 2 hours booking here