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Europe Direct Portlaoise Europe Direct Portlaoise is a member of the Europe Direct Network in Ireland, which in turn is part of a Europe-wide family of centres.

The centres make Europe accessible to people on the ground. The network is managed by the European Commission. Located at Portlaoise Library, the Europe Direct Information Centre is here to distribute advice and information on all aspects of the European Union.

Thanks to everyone who joined our seed saving workshop back in September with Anna Brown from Big Sky Flowers. The works...
16/10/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined our seed saving workshop back in September with Anna Brown from Big Sky Flowers. The workshop was part of our Sustainable Living Workshop 2026 at Europe Direct Portlaoise and Portlaoise Library!

Participants learned:
How to identify seeds that are ready to be saved
How to extra seeds from a variety of plants
How to store the seeds so that they will be viable

Remember that we have a PERMANANENT seed library here in Portlaoise Library. You can call in and get some seeds ahead of spring sowing time. Also, you can bring in seeds you have collected so that others can enjoy plants that you have grown!

Europe Direct Portlaoise and Portlaoise Library, are delighted to host this year's regional final of the Europe Direct S...
28/09/2026

Europe Direct Portlaoise and Portlaoise Library, are delighted to host this year's regional final of the Europe Direct Soapbox Public Speaking Competition 2026. This year's topic will be: 'Culture is at the heart of what it means to be European. But is Ireland culturally closer to Strasbourg or Sydney?' Taking place on Tuesday, 10th November, there are 2 categories, 16 and under, or 17 and over.

To register your interest or for further information, email [email protected]. All entries must be in by Tuesday the 27th of October.

It's that time of year again!Europe Direct Portlaoise, in association with Portlaoise Library, are delighted to host thi...
24/09/2026

It's that time of year again!

Europe Direct Portlaoise, in association with Portlaoise Library, are delighted to host this year's regional final of the Europe Direct Soapbox Public Speaking Competition 2026. Taking place on Tuesday, 10th November, this year's topic under discussion will be: 'Culture is at the heart of what it means to be European. But is Ireland culturally closer to Strasbourg or Sydney?' There are 2 categories, 16 and under, or 17 and over.

To register your interest or for further information, email [email protected]. All entries must be in by Tuesday the 27th of October.
Laois County Council Foróige Old Bank Youth Centre

Thank you so much to@understory_ie for joining us for a brilliant workshop on creating spaces for biodiversity at our E...
23/09/2026

Thank you so much to@understory_ie for joining us for a brilliant workshop on creating spaces for biodiversity at our Europe Direct Centre at Portlaoise Library. Thank you also to all those who attended on the day.

We had an absolute brilliant time at our Creative Recycling workshop last week! It was amazing to see so many creative m...
21/09/2026

We had an absolute brilliant time at our Creative Recycling workshop last week!
It was amazing to see so many creative minds come together and transform everyday materials into unique pieces of art. Thank you to all those who joined us on the day, we saw some truly brilliant creations that showcased incredible imagination and skill.

Thank you so much to all those who joined us bright and early this morning at Europe Direct Portlaoise for the State of ...
16/09/2026

Thank you so much to all those who joined us bright and early this morning at Europe Direct Portlaoise for the State of the Union address by European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen.

Join Europe Direct Portlaoise on Wednesday, 16 September 2026 from 8:00am to 10:50am for a live screening of the State o...
12/09/2026

Join Europe Direct Portlaoise on Wednesday, 16 September 2026 from 8:00am to 10:50am for a live screening of the State of the Union Address by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

The annual address outlines the European Union's priorities and key initiatives for the year ahead and is followed by a debate with Members of the European Parliament.

Enjoy complimentary tea, coffee and breakfast pastries while you watch.

Taking place at Portlaoise Library, on Wednesday, 16 September from 8:00am.

Booking is recommended: https://tinyurl.com/2mbmp2m7

10/09/2026

Running from September to December 2026, Portlaoise Library will feature four of the great masterpieces of European Cinema. All films will be screened with subtitles, and refreshments will be served. No booking is required and all are welcome.

Our first screening, taking place on Thursday 17th September, is the 1956 French film 'A Man Escaped'. Directed by Robert Bresson, and based on a true story, the film concerns the story of a French Resistance fighter who has been condemned to death in a N**i prison and who resolves to attempt an escape. Both a gripping thriller and a profound meditation on the value of life and of personal redemption, this exquisite masterpiece is one of the pinnacles of European cinema, one which demonstrates the vitality of film itself as one of the greatest forms of artistic expression.

This season of films is being screened by Portlaoise Library in association with Europe Direct Portlaoise in connection with Cultúr 2026, marking Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
France: Thursday 17th September: 'A Man Escaped'. Directed by Robert Bresson.
Germany: Thursday 15th October: 'Fear Eats the Soul'. Directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.
Italy: Thursday 11th November: 'The Bicycle Thieves'. Directed by Vittorio De Sica.
Sweden: Thursday 17th December: 'Summer Interlude'. Directed by Ingmar Bergman.

Recycling doesn't have to be boring, let your creativity shine with our creative recycling workshop. Following a very su...
09/09/2026

Recycling doesn't have to be boring, let your creativity shine with our creative recycling workshop.
Following a very successful workshop last year, we are delighted to welcome back to Portlaoise Library to show us how to make recycling fun.

Suitable for ages 6-12. Taking place this Saturday the 12th of September at 10.30am. To register visit https://tinyurl.com/2s3ep596

Join us at Portlaoise Library for a charming Autumn evening of song featuring Irish and other European classics. Experie...
07/09/2026

Join us at Portlaoise Library for a charming Autumn evening of song featuring Irish and other European classics. Experience the magic brought to life by the Drawing Room Opera Company, featuring the exceptional talents of Katy Kelly (Soprano) and Brendan Collins (Baritone), accompanied by Jillian Saunders on piano. Immerse yourself in a captivating performance of Irish song, Musical Theatre & Operatic favourites that will delight and enchant

Taking place on Culture Night on Friday the 18th of September at 6.30pm. Booking is required, simply follow the link to register https://tinyurl.com/CultureNightPL26

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 7:30pm
Thursday 9am - 7:30pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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