Author: karenmccague

Keep Free Saturday 13th June for a day full of creativity for Children & Young People

For 2020 Cruinniú na nÓg will be going online and virtual!  Over the past 2 years Cruinniú na nÓg has become a key point in the calendar for children and young people to try something creative, develop an appetite for discovery and acquire new skills – and 2020 will be no different! Everyone is invited to celebrate our culture and creativity and to take part in the virtual Cruinniú na nÓg on Saturday 13th June 2020. In partnership with RTÉ and Local Authorities, the Creative Ireland Programme is urging children and young people to answer the call, to get creative at home and be ready to showcase their creative talents on Saturday 13th June. We have developed a number of creative, cultural and engaging “calls to action” which children, young people – indeed entire families – can create in their own homes and gardens on Saturday 13th June. Our programme will run on the Cavan Monaghan Creative Youth Youtube Channel from 10am-4.30pm with a full packed programme for all ages to enjoy.

Download the full programme below.  (Advance booking necessary for some activities)

Cruinniu Na NÓg 2020 Full Programme Of Events.

Public Libraries are due to begin offering more services to the public as outlined in Phase 2 of the Government’s Roadmap for Reopening Society and Business. However, it will be some time before full library services can resume.

In Phase 2 services will begin to be provided to the public in a step-by-step manner in line with public health guidance.

What to expect in Phase 2

Our first priority will be to make arrangements for a safe lending service via a ‘Contact and Collect’ type model.

Then, where possible, we will make arrangements for the return of items on loan.

This means that at first, library spaces will be restricted to library staff only and will not be accessible to the public. As the government roadmap progresses, the library sector will plan a gradual re-opening aligned to health and safety directives. But over time, and with caution and care, we will begin to re-open our buildings to the public.

In all situations, the health and safety of library users and staff will be paramount. Social distancing will be observed where library users interact with services, and all health and safety protocols will be observed.

You can continue to use your library online!
Don’t forget, you can access library services online, and these online services will continue to be available as we move through the re-opening phases. You can:
• join the library online;
• download eBooks and eAudiobooks;
• read magazines and newspapers
• take eLearning or language courses;
• watch or listen to storytimes; or,
• take part in other activities like online bookclubs.

It’s coming into Silage Season with lots of Tractors and machinery on the Farm and on the Roads. Help your children learn about Farm safety with the characters from Riverside Farm and author Alma Jordan. This is a Virtual event so please DM your email address and preferred age group via Facebook or contact kmccague@monaghancoco.ie to register for the event. The event link will be emailed to those who register in advance.

 

 

Time to get Creative with Clones EU Direct! This week we will be travelling across Europe to meet Snow White from Germany, Dracula from Romania, The Little Mermaid from Denmark, Quasimodo from France and Cú Chulainn from Ireland. Learn how to draw each of these characters, find out about the country they are from and send a picture of your work to cloneslibary@monaghancoco.ie to win a €50 voucher to replenish your art supplies.

First up is Dracula, a famous literary character from Romania….  find the rest of our Videos on the Clones Edic Facebook Page or our dedicated You Tube channel.