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Cavan History
Explore Cavan's history, archaeology, literature and culture from our rich collection of resources which has been carefully built up over ninety years and continues to grow.

Library Catalogue
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
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.
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
*Bailieborough Library is closed on the Saturday of Bank Holiday weekends.
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.
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
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.
Email: library@cavancoco.ie
Monday 10am-1pm & 2pm - 5.15pm
Wednesday 1pm-4.15pm & 5pm-8pm
Friday 10am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Email: library@cavancoco.ie
Mon 2pm – 5pm & 6pm - 8.30pm
Wed 2pm – 5pm
Note: Library Closed on Bank Holiday Mondays.
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.
Main St.
Kingscourt
Co. Cavan
Phone: 049 4378510
Email: library@cavancoco.ie
Monday 10am-1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Wednesday 10am-1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
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.
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Online Library & Learning
FREE access to eBook, eAudiobooks, digital magazines and international newspapers, online courses and language learning.

Creative Cavan
Harnessing the creative potential of our people and communities is a cornerstone of the Creative Ireland Programme. Cavan County Council has established Creative Cavan, Culture and Creativity Team which brings together local expertise in arts, heritage, libraries, enterprise and community engagement, to foster collaboration and spark new initiatives.

Healthy Ireland at Your Library
Healthy Ireland at Your Library service is a key element of ‘Healthy Ireland’, a Government-led initiative to improve health and wellbeing. Access book collections, e-books & e-audiobooks, e-magazines and provides events focused on health and wellbeing.

Seachtain na Gaeilge
An fhéile Ghaeilge is mó in Éirinn agus ar fud an domhain! Is féile idirnáisiúnta Ghaeilge í Seachtain na Gaeilge le Energia, atá ar an gceiliúradh is mó dár dteanga agus dár gcultúr dúchais a bhíonn ar siúl in Éirinn agus in go leor tíortha eile gach bliain. Seachtain na Gaeilge le Energia is one of the biggest celebrations of our native language and culture that takes place from 1-17 March each year. Check out our events in Cavan Libraries!

Spring Into Storytime
Spring Into Storytime in libraries across Ireland in the month of April, with storytimes in the library for preschool and primary school aged children. Cavan Library Service looks forward to this initiative every year! This Spring we have some fantastic events programmed with library staff storytime - details coming soon!
Latest News
Spring Into Storytime Colouring Competition
Spring Into Storytime is delivered in all libraries across the country in the month of April, with storytimes and activities for in the library for preschool and primary school aged children. Cavan Library Service is delighted to launch it's annual Spring Into Storytime Colouring Competition which opens today, 25th March. Download the entry for the two Categories 5-7 yr olds and 8-12 yr olds or pick up a copy in your local library branch. The closing date for the competition is 9th April. Good luck everyone!
Tree planting at Virginia LIbrary
Together with pupils from the DEN class, 2nd Class and young Green School Committee at St. Mary's N.S., with the generous help of Virginia Men's Shed, Virginia Library planted a tree for generations to come as part of #NationalTreeWeek. Leas Cathaoirleach Cllr Niall Smith welcomed everyone and the tree was settled in by the children after a storytime session all about the wonder of trees!
LOTE4Kids
We are delighted to announce the arrival of LOTE4Kids with Cavan Library Service! LOTE4Kids is an online database of children's picture books in a variety of world languages which allows you to enjoy books and learn languages through storytelling! Accessible through a free user-friendly web App, LOTE4Kids ensures your children can access their best-loved books in their native language in the library, at home, and on the go!
Clár Scoláireachtaí Gaeltachta do 2025
Creideann Leabharlanna an Chabháin i gcaomhnú agus i dtacaíocht leanúnach na Gaeilge. Mar léiriú air sin, tá síneadh ama curtha lenár gClár Scoláireachtaí Gaeltachta do 2025. Tá an-áthas orainn a fhógairt go mbeidh scoláireachtaí ar fáil do dhaoine fásta agus do daltaí meánscoile
Reminiscence Cafe at Virginia - Friday 7th March
Do you fondly remember St. Patrick's Day of old? Maybe you have a yarn or two about the parades in the past or traditions on the 17th March. Then join us at Virginia Library for our Reminiscence Café on Friday 7th March from 11.00am-12.30pm. We'll view some reels and photos from archives of parades around the country and enjoy a cuppa together. We'll even share some shamrock! No need to book - just come along and bring a friend!
Seachtain na Gaeilge
An fhéile Ghaeilge is mó in Éirinn agus ar fud an domhain! Is féile idirnáisiúnta Ghaeilge í Seachtain na Gaeilge le Energia, atá ar an gceiliúradh is mó dár dteanga agus dár gcultúr dúchais a bhíonn ar siúl in Éirinn agus in go leor tíortha eile gach bliain. Tá Leabharlanna an Chabháin ag ceiliúradh le clár lán imeachtaí ar fud na naoi mbrainse.
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