Seachtain na Gaeilge 2024 at South Dublin Libraries
Join us in celebrating the Irish language!
South Dublin Libraries are delighted to take part in Seachtain na Gaeilge, Ireland’s biggest celebration of the Irish language and culture. From 1st - 17th March, we’re hosting a fantastic lineup of free events, including Irish language workshops, storytelling sessions, music performances, cultural talks, and fun activities for all ages.
Whether you're a fluent speaker or just starting out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Gaeilge and discover new ways to use it in daily life!
Check out our full event schedule and be part of the celebration!
Ballyroan Library
A journey Through the Landscape of the Irish Language/ Turas trí thírdhreach na Gaeilge le Garry Bannister
11th March at 7.00 pm Adults - Booking here
Ciorcal Cainte with Tomás Maher
An informal Irish language conversation group where all levels of Irish are catered for and everyone is given a chance to speak
12th March at 11 am Booking Here
Craic agus Ceol Open Music Session
Singers and musicians of all ages, abilities and levels are welcome to come and join our special Seachtain na Gaeilge music session. Bring your instrument, the words of your favourite song, or just join us for some music.
12th March at 6.30pm Booking Here
Scéalta Béaloideas/Irish Legends and Folklore with storyteller Roisín Murphy
Celebrate Seachtain na Gaeilge with storyteller Róisín Murphy as she delves into much loved Irish stories. This is a bilingual event.
13th March at 3.30pm - Children - Booking Here
Unveiled
From ‘Cúchulaínn’ to ‘The Children of Lir’, a talk by writer and technologist Niall Austin, on how Artificial Intelligence can bring Ireland’s rich mythology to life for emerging generations.
13th March at 4pm Adults - Booking Here
Castletymon Library
Gaeilge i mo Chroí le Molly Nic Chéile
10th March at 6.30 pm - Adults - Booking Here
The Tymon Sessions
Join us for a few tunes as Gaeilge in this special Seachtain na Gaeilge edition of our regular trad sessions.
12th March at 6.30 pm Adults - Fáilte - All Welcome
Clondalkin Library
Seachtain na Gaeilge Badge Making
Join our library staff to design and make some gaeilge themed badges. Show off your cupla focail and choose from one of our pre made designs or make your own on the day.
5th March at 2 pm Children 6 + Booking Here
Trad Session
Join us in Clondalkin Library for a lively evening of traditional Irish music. Light refreshments provided.
11th March at 6.30pm Adults - Booking Here
Lucan Library
Unveiled
From ‘Cúchulaínn’ to ‘The Children of Lir’, a talk by writer and technologist Niall Austin, on how Artificial Intelligence can bring Ireland’s rich mythology to life for emerging generations.
10th March at 6.30pm - Adults - Booking Here
Bug Hotel/ Óstán na bhFéithidí
A dual language workshop – making bug hotels while using our cúpla focail.
11th March at 3.30pm - Children ages 6 - 8 Booking Here
Who Gives a Focal with Colin Murphy
Join author of Who Gives a Focal, Colin Murphy, for a fascinating journey through the words and phrases we have given the English language and the quirks of Hiberno English.
13th March at 7.00 pm Adults Booking Here
North Clondalkin Library
Little Irish Folklore Friends
Little Irish Folklore Friends is about six creatures from Irish folklore, all using their powers in unexpected ways. Join Liam the Leprechaun, Betty the Banshee and Pádraig the Púca; Willow the Wisp, Fiadh the Fairy and Seán the Selkie for lots of magic and giggles. This new twist on Irish folk legends is inspired by the National Folklore Collection.
10th March 3 - 4 pm - Children ages 3 - 6 Booking Here
Irish Crochet Workshop with Margaret Goulding
Try out the art of Irish Crochet with Margaret Goulding. All materials provided.
11th March 2.30 - 4.30pm - Adults - Booking Here
Unveiled
From ‘Cúchulaínn’ to ‘The Children of Lir’, a talk by writer and technologist Niall Austin, on how Artificial Intelligence can bring Ireland’s rich mythology to life for emerging generations.
12th March 6.30 pm - Adults - Booking Here
Palmerstown Library
Make a Felted Irish Love Knot
Join Niki Collier for a fun workshop making a felted Irish love knot. All materials provided.
13th March 5pm - 8pm - Adults - Booking Here
Tallaght Library
Bingo As Gaeilge
3rd March 3.30pm Booking here
Scéalta as Gaeilge
Storytime with some stories in Irish.
4th March at 3.30pm Fáilte - All Welcome
As Béal A Chéile
Join this Irish language choir and listen to some Irish language songs. Join in and learn the words to some well known Irish songs.
8th March at 2pm
Sáirséal agus Dill
Join Tomás Maher for a talk and presentation on Irish language publishers Sáirséal agus Dill.
11th March at 1 pm
Unveiled
From ‘Cúchulaínn’ to ‘The Children of Lir’, a talk by writer and technologist Niall Austin, on how Artificial Intelligence can bring Ireland’s rich mythology to life for emerging generations.
11th March at 6.30pm Booking here
Unveiled
From ‘Cúchulaínn’ to ‘The Children of Lir’, a talk by writer and technologist Niall Austin, on how Artificial Intelligence can bring Ireland’s rich mythology to life for emerging generations.
12th March at 4.00pm Booking here
The Foundation Myths of Tallaght
Join historian Albert Perris for a fascinating talk exploring the myths linked to the foundation of Tallaght
12th March at 7.00pm Booking here
OLLciorcal comhrá – Giant conversation circle!
Join us for a GIANT conversation circle with members from conversation circles from around Dublin. Caint, craic agus cupán tae!
13th March at 6.30 pm Fáilte - All Welcome
Bilingual film Screening – Kings with Colm Meaney
“In the mid-1970s a group of young men leave the Connemara Gaeltacht, bound for London and filled with ambition for a better life. After thirty years, they meet again at the funeral of their youngest friend, Jackie.”
18th March at 6.30pm Booking here
Civic Theatre
Unveiled
A talk by writer and technologist Niall Austin on how Artificial Intelligence can transform the work of legendary artists like Jim Fitzpatrick and Ronnie Drew, bringing Ireland's rich mythology to life for emerging generations.
Sunday 16th March at 7 pm - Booking Here