Seirbhís Leabharlainne an Chabháin
Cavan Library Services
My Account
My Account allows you to access your library account, anytime, anywhere. You can renew, request and update your details. You will need your library card number and PIN to login.
Events In Your Library
Our library branches across Co. Cavan have a packed programme of regular events and once off/special events for all ages and interests. All our events are free of charge of course!
Library Catalogue *Access to Online Library Services will be disrupted temporarily on Monday 3 August*
It couldn't be easier to find what you are looking for! You can now browse, search and reserve items held in Cavan Libraries and in public libraries across Ireland by accessing our online catalogue.
All libraries in Cavan will be closed on Saturday 1 August and Monday 3rd August.
Phone: +353 (0)49 4378500
Email: library@cavancoco.ie
Mon 10am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Tue 10am - 8.30pm
Wed 10am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Thu 10am - 8.30pm
Fri 10am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Sat* 10am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
*Johnston Central Library is closed on the Saturday of Bank Holidays weekends.
Phone: +353 (0)42 9665779
Email: library@cavancoco.ie
Tues 10am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Wed 10am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Thur 10am - 8.30pm
Frid 10am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Sat* 10am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
*Bailieborough Library is closed on the Saturday of Bank Holiday weekends.
Phone: +353 (0)49 5559873
Email: library@cavancoco.ie
Tues 10.00am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Wed 10am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Thur 10am - 8.30pm
Frid 10am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Sat 10am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
*Cootehill Library is closed on the Saturday of Bank Holiday weekends.
Phone: +353 (0)49 9522683
Tue 10am - 1.15pm & 2pm - 5.15pm
Thurs 1pm - 4pm & 5pm - 8pm
Sat 10am-1.15pm & 2pm - 5pm
*Belturbet Library is closed on the Saturday of Bank Holidays weekends
Phone: +353 (0)49 4335905
Email: library@cavancoco.ie
Tue 12pm-2pm & 3pm-6.30pm
Thu 2pm-5pm & 6pm-8.30pm
Sat 10am-1pm & 2pm-5pm
*Arva Library is closed on the Saturday of Bank Holiday weekends.
Phone: +353 (0) 49 9526844
Email: library@cavancoco.ie
Monday 10am-1pm & 2pm - 5.15pm
Wednesday 1pm-4.15pm & 5pm-8pm
Friday 10am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Phone: +353 (049) 8544445
Email: library@cavancoco.ie
Mon 2pm – 5pm & 6pm - 8.30pm
Wed 2pm – 5pm
Note: Library Closed on Bank Holiday Mondays.
Phone: +353 (0)49 854 8456
Email: virginialibrary@cavancoco.ie
Tue 10am - 1.00pm & 2.00pm-5.15pm
Wed 10am - 1.00pm & 2.00pm-5.15pm
Thu 10am - 8.30pm
Fri 10am - 1.00pm & 2.00pm-5.15pm
Sat* 10am - 1.00pm & 2.00pm-5.15pm
*Virginia Library is closed on the Saturday of Bank Holidays weekends.
Kingscourt Library
Main St.
Kingscourt
Co. Cavan
A82W52E
Phone: 049 4378510
Email: library@cavancoco.ie
Monday 10am-1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Wednesday 10am-1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Phone: +353 (0)49 4378505
Email: library@cavancoco.ie
County Librarian: Emma Clancy
Mon 9.15am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Tues 9.15am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Wed 9.15am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Thu 9.15am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Fri 9.15am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Sat Closed.
Popular Links
Online Library & Learning
*Access to Online Library Services will be disrupted temporarily on Monday 3 August* FREE access to eBook, eAudiobooks, digital magazines and international newspapers, online courses and language learning.
Cavan History
Johnston Central Library is home to the single most important resource for the study of the history, literature, and culture of County Cavan.
My Little Library Book Bag
Libraries across County Cavan have a FREE 'My Little Library Bag' for every child starting school this year. Each bag contains two fabulous books, a special library card wallet and a range of resources for parents and children to support the transition to primary school. Pop in to your local library to collect - make it a special visit with your child to start their reading journey!
Creative Cavan
Creative Cavan is an initiative aimed at enhancing access to and engagement in culture and creativity in Cavan, Ireland. It is part of the Creative Ireland Programme, which supports creative projects across the country.
Summer Reads
The 22nd edition of our Summer Reading List is out now and the collection is available to borrow from all 9 of our library branches, the perfect starting point for anyone looking for a good book this summer.
Summer Stars Reading Adventure 2026
Summer Stars is the free national reading programme for children that takes place in all public libraries and online each summer from June - August. It's a fantastic way to get kids reading, and gives them something worthwhile and fun to do during the summer break!
Free Events in Cavan Libraries - Regular and New
Creating Creatures with Bex
Creative Writing for Teens
Summer Reads!
