BUNCLODY LIBRARY 

Many people browsed through the stock and borrowed the brand new books, talking books, music cds and language courses. The 10 internet PC's available free of charge were a big hit with customers.

Children were enthralled by the mural in the junior library which depicts agricultural scenes around Bunclody. A weekly story-time for parents and young children and summer activities for school-going children will begin over the next few weeks.

The large Polish community in the area is being served by a collection of fiction and non-fiction books in Polish as well as Polish children’s books.

Booking has already begun for learning programmes and internet familiarisation sessions

For further information please call 053 9375466 or visit www.wexford.ie/library.

Opening hours are:

• Monday 10.30am-5.30pm (Closed for lunch 1-2)
• Tuesday 10.30am-9pm
• Wednesday 10.30am-5.30pm
• Thursday 10.30am-9pm
• Friday 10.30am-5.30pm
• Saturday 10.30am-5.30pm (Closed for lunch 1-2)

Membership of all Wexford County Council Library Services is free.

Film Club

1. Bunclody Library Film Club presents ‘The Kite Runner’

Bunclody Library Film Club presents ‘The Kite Runner’ on Thursday 3rd December at 6.30pm.

Finding Neverland director Marc Forster adapts author Khaled Hosseini's critically acclaimed novel about two childhood best friends forever torn apart as their country is ravaged by endless war and bitter strife. As children, Amir and Hassan were inseparable; their long days under azure Kabul skies often spent getting into innocent mischief or preparing for the highly anticipated kite-fighting tournament. When the day of the tournament arrives, however, a glorious victory is quickly offset by a timorous act of betrayal that ultimately serves as the catalyst for catastrophe. Not long after that fateful day, Amir moves away to America, leaving his old friend behind just as the ominous specter of war turns tragically tangible. Two decades later, Amir returns to Afghanistan to find his beloved homeland has now fallen under the iron-fisted rule of the Taliban. Still, all hope for redemption hasn't been lost just yet, because now that Amir stands face to face with the irrepressible secrets that he struggled so vigilantly to bury, he will receive one last chance to make peace with the past, and lay the groundwork for a brighter future.

Admission to the film is free. Booking is essential as space is limited. To reserve a place, please phone Bunclody Library at 053-9375466. This film is not suitable for persons aged under 15.

2. Storytime for under 7’s – Wednesdays at 4 p.m.
Have fun colouring and listening to popular children’s stories and rhymes.

3. Senior Chess Club – Thursdays from 6.30 p.m. onwards until 9pm

4. Junior Chess and Board Games Club – Fridays from 3.00 p.m. For ages 8-14. All welcome.

5. English conversation – Tuesdays 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.

6. Reading Groups for adults and children. Contact library for details.

All are welcome to these free events. Should you require additional support to enable you to participate fully in any of our events, please contact the Librarian at 053 9375466.

1. Children’s Book Festival

Now in its nineteenth consecutive year, the national Children’s Book Festival has established itself as the foremost celebration of children’s books and reading in Ireland. Young readers in Wexford have many opportunities to meet writers through the library service. Hopefully we are growing writers as well as readers of the future. This is Wexford’s 19th year participating in the national Children’s Book Festival and the programme is going from strength to strength. The Children’s Book festival will be celebrated by a series of events in Bunclody Library during the month of October.

Tuesday 6th October at 11.30 am – Visit by Michael Smith, writer of well-known adult’s and children’s books on Antarctic explorers

Thursday 8th October at 11.30am – Visit by John Sexton, back by popular demand, John’s "Johnny Coffin" books tells the truth (well mostly) about life, love and the pursuit of happiness.

Monday 12th October at 11.30am – Visit by author Conor Kostick, famous for his fantasy and science fiction work. Conor Kostick will be working on storylines and writing with young adults.

Thursday 15th October at 11.30am – Visit by Dolores Keaveney. Illustrator Dolores Keaveney loves the very young children and she will be reading from her books and linking the stories with her interest in bee-keeping and all that it involves.

Tuesday 20th October at 1.00pm – Visit by author Roisin Meaney. A former teacher, Roisin Meaney’s books for young readers are all about relationships. Her books help put a shape on friendships, parents and putting the world to right

Wednesday 21st October at 1.30pm – Visit by author Michael Carroll. Michael Carroll is famous for his fantasy and science fiction work. He is into editing, graphic novels and radio plays as well as conventional novels and short stories. Michael Carroll will be working on storylines and writing with young adults.

Thursday 22nd October at 1.00pm – Visit by author Malachy Doyle Malachy Doyle writes for children of all ages as well as teenagers. He draws on his childhood in Ireland, his children’s childhood in Wales, from his favourite folk tales, but especially on his own thoughts for the inspiration for his stories.

All events are free and everyone is welcome. Due to space restrictions, booking for all these events is essential. Please contact Bunclody Library at 053-9375466.

2. Storytime for under 7’s – Wednesdays at 4 p.m.
Have fun colouring and listening to popular children’s stories and rhymes.

3. Senior Chess Club – Thursdays from 6.30 p.m. onwards until 9pm

4. Junior Chess and Board Games Club
Fridays from 3.00 p.m. For ages 8-14. All welcome.

5. English conversation – Tuesdays 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.

6. Reading Groups for adults and children. Contact library for details.

All are welcome to these free events. Should you require additional support to enable you to participate fully in any of our events, please contact the Librarian at 053 9375466.

LEARN ONLINE AT BUNCLODY LIBRARY

  It is still possible to register for available courses, please contact the library for more details.

Internet appreciation Classes

  The library runs internet appreciation classes twice a week, booking is necessary, if you are interested please contact library staff.

  Wexford Library Service and FAS are collaborating to offer online courses free of charge for those who would like to improve their computer and administrative skills. A range of courses will be offered in Bunclody Library from late September including ECDL, Microsoft Word and Excel and finance fundamentals.

FAS recognises that using the public library network opens up access to more participants and provides a welcoming and open environment where people can learn at their own pace. The ELearning at the Library project which is supported by An Chomhairle Leabharlanna, is now ongoing in over 60 libraries all over Ireland.

Introductory computer classes will allow participants to set up an e-mail account, navigate the internet and learn the basics of computing with a FAS trainer. More advance e-learners can complete certified Microsoft Office and ECDL courses. Further online courses include introductions to Accounting, Business Maths, Digital Media and Project Management

Librarian Patricia Keenan says "This is a wonderful opportunity for people to gain new skills and update their current skills."

An information day will take place in Bunclody Library on Thursday 24th September from 4.30pm to 7:30pm where a representative from Fas will be available with advice and further information.

Contact Bunclody Library at 053-9375466 for more details.

 Regular Library activities

1. Storytime for under 7’s – Wednesdays at 4 p.m.

Have fun colouring and listening to popular children’s stories and rhymes.

2. Senior Chess Club – Thursdays from 6.30 p.m. onwards until 9pm

3. Junior Chess and Board games – Fridays from 3.00 p.m. For ages 8-14.

4. English conversation – Tuesdays 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.

5. Reading Groups for adults and children. Contact library for details.

All are welcome to these free events. Should you require additional support to enable you to participate fully in any of our events, please contact the Librarian at 053 9375466.

 For more information please contact:
Staff at Bunclody Library on 053 9375466
Or email: bunclodylib@wexfordcoco.ie
Website  www.Wexford.ie/library