People encouraged to visit Carlow libraries during Library Ireland Week

People in Carlow are invited to relax at the county's library branches during Library Ireland Week. 

Taking place from Sunday December 4 to Saturday December 10, the theme of this year's week is 'Libraries as Places of Sanctuary'. 

The week, which is organised by the Library Association of Ireland, raises the profile of libraries and information service staff, and showcases their resources, facilities, events and services through dedicated programmes and events.

People are encouraged to pick up a newspaper, chill out with family at one of the library storytimes or craft sessions, or browse carefully chosen book displays of new books and cosy Christmas reads for all ages.

President of the Library Association of Ireland Cathal McCauley says, “We see this as an opportunity to celebrate our libraries throughout Ireland and for library staff to hear from their communities about how their lives are impacted by libraries and the teams behind them particularly as we emerge from a period of unforeseen circumstance and challenge.”

Library Ireland Week is a celebration of libraries and the people who work in libraries throughout Ireland celebrating their dedication, commitment and influence on the individuals and communities they serve.   

Events around the country are detailed via the Library Ireland Week website www.libraryirelandweek.ie.