Cruinniú na nÓg 2025

A wide range of events are taking place in library branches across Cork County on this day, from comic-making workshops to space stories, with plenty of opportunities for children and young people of all ages to enjoy.

Cruinniú nan Óg is a Creative Ireland initiative. You can find out more here: www.cruinniu.gov.ie.

See below for a selection of Cruinniú na nÓg library events, at which all are welcome to attend for free. Places are limited, so booking in advance is strongly encouraged.

You find can find contact details for all our library branches here: Cork County Library Branches.

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Cruinniú na nÓg 2025 Events at Cork County Library Branches

Bandon Library

Clay-Modelling Workshop

• 11:00am
• Ages 9 - 12

This event offers a unique opportunity for young artists to explore making fun projects in clay.

Bantry Library

Clay Workshop

• 2:00pm to 3:30pm
• Ages 5 - 8

A playful and engaging introduction to the world of 3D sculpture.

The Joy of Dance

• 9:45am to 11:00am
• Ages 9 - 12

This energetic session invites young participants to immerse themselves in The Joy of Dance.

Carrigaline Library

Tiny Tunes: Music & Movement!

• 1:00pm to 2:00pm
• Ages 0 - 4

Join us for a joyful journey into the world of melodies.

Cobh Library

Natural Creators

• 12:00pm to 1:00pm
• Ages 2 - 4

Children will enjoy a hands-on, imaginative experience, developing fine motor skills while expressing their individuality through art.

Dunmanway Library

Crochet

• 2:30pm to 3:30pm
• Ages 9 - 12

In this workshop children will learn to use a crochet hook and make their own jewelry and coasters using the basic chain stitch. 

Story-Making

• 10:30am to 11:30am
• Ages 5 - 8

Children will learn how to write a story, whether autobiographical or fiction, in various genres. 

Fermoy Library

Natural Creators

• 10:00am to 11:00am
• Ages 2 - 4

Children will enjoy a hands-on, imaginative experience, developing fine motor skills while expressing their individuality through art.

Kinsale Library

Intro to Fashion Design

• 2:00pm to 4:00pm
• Ages 9 - 12

In this hands-on workshop, participants will dive into the world of style by exploring colour, silhouette, materials, and creative expression.

Macroom Library

Mini Musical Stars Workshop

• 12:00pm to 1:00pm
• Ages 5 - 8

This free workshop for kids is all about singing, dancing, and playful performance.

Clay-Modelling Workshop

• 2:00pm to 3:30pm
• Ages 9 - 12

In this workshop children will make their own imaginative worlds with clay.

Zine Making Workshop

• 3:00pm to 4 pm
• Ages 9 - 12

This event offers a unique opportunity for young artists to explore making comics.

Mallow Library

Can We Build It?

• 10:00am to 11:30am
• Ages 9 - 12

This event offers a unique opportunity for young artists to explore the world of architecture and learn how buildings are dreamed up and brought to life.

Comic Book Creation Workshop

• 3:00pm
• Ages 9 - 12

Participants will learn how comics work, discover how to create their own characters, and draw their own stories. 

Midleton Library

A Space Story

• 11:00am to 12:30pm
• Ages 5 - 8

Budding artists will embark on an exciting journey through A Space Story—where a flying saucer hovers over a mysterious planet.

An Samhradh

• 3:00pm to 4:00pm
• Ages 0 - 4

Creative summer workshop for early years children.

Millstreet Library

Dry Point Printmaking

• 2:30pm to 4pm
• Ages 9 - 12

Drypoint, which is a printmaking technique in which an image is incised into a metal plate or acetate with a hard pointed needle. 

Mitchelstown Library

Art & Craft Workshop

• 2:00pm
• Ages 5 - 8

Children will enjoy a hands-on, imaginative experience, developing fine motor skills while expressing their individuality through art.

Newmarket Library

Discover Poetry Workshop

• 2:30 – 4 pm
• Ages 5 - 8

At the Discover Poetry Workshop, children will tap into their inner poets, combining language and art to express themselves and describe their world through concrete poetry.

Schull Library

Dance Workshop

• 2.30 to 4:pm
• Ages 9 - 12

This workshop is aimed at introducing kids to ways we can connect, play and create our own styles of dance. 

Skibbereen Library

Let’s Sing

• 11:00am
• Ages 5 - 8

A special singing session with vocal games and fun call-and-response activities before learning a catchy tune together.

Sew Fun!

• 2:00pm
• Ages 9 - 12

Participants will learn the basics of hand sewing and get the exciting opportunity to try out a sewing machine, guided in a safe and supportive environment.

Youghal Library

Dance Workshop

• 2:20pm to 3:30pm
• Ages 9 - 12

This engaging event provides a unique opportunity for young artists to explore movement and creativity.