Best Westmeath Libraries Podcasts (2025)

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May 2025 12:55

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In this episode Colm & Rory talk about events in the libraries including Bealtaine, Summer Stars, and more You'll find all our events at https://westmeath.spydus.ie/ and all our library news on our website at https://westmeathculture.ie/library/ Bealtaine events Little Library Book Bags Meditation sessions in the library Biodiversity week exhibitio…

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April 2025 11:04

1M ago11:04

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Our podcast host Caroline has moved to a new library in Westmeath, and so has passed on the podcast to two new hosts, Colm & Rory. This is their first episode and they chat about what's happening libraries around Westmeath. - Mullingar Library announced as Library of the Year for Island of Ireland - Gardening workshops with Anna Browne of Big Sky F…

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February 2025 28:15

3M ago28:15

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In this month's podcast we celebrate Ireland Reads, our national celebration of reading in Ireland. Throughout February and especially on Ireland Reads Day, February 22nd, we’re calling on people across Ireland to get lost in a good book. It doesn’t matter what you read, where you read or how well you read, as long as you read. Events in Westmeath …

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December 2024 24:34

6M ago24:34

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Caroline talks to Michelle Ruddy from Athlone Library about Family Time At Your Library, and Finola Colgan from Mental Health Ireland about our "Well Westmeath" programme. We also get to hear some wonderful singing from Caoimhe from Athlone Library ahead of their Christmas Children's Karaoke Remember to stay tuned to our website & social media for …

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November 2024 19:31

7M ago19:31

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In this episode of the Westmeath Libraries Podcast Caroline talks with Dr. Emer O'Neill, Senior Postdoctoral Researcher at TUS Athlone. They talk about setting up a fish farm on a bog, and the importance of the bio economy. Other events mentioned in the podcast include: A Swift Evening 14 Nov 2024 - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM Westmeath Mullingar Sing Up fo…

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October 2024 29:41

8M ago29:41

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Caroline chats to Aidan Courtney and to Niall de Búrca about Childrens Book Festival. Aidan is a cartoonist, writer + part-time librarian in Clare. Uou can find Aidan on Twitter Niall is a scéalaí; a traditional storyteller from the west of Ireland. https://storyteller.ie/ Find out more about Children's Book Festival in Ireland Find out what events…

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September 2024 29:58

9M ago29:58

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Caroline chats to Colm from Mullingar Library about The Waking of Willie Ryan by John Broderick. This is Athlone's One Town One Book read as we celebrate the 100 years since the birth of John Broderick. They also discuss Sustainable Development Goals and libraries. Request The Waking of Willie Ryan from your library Download the ebook of The Waking…

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Heritage Week 2024 23:34

10M ago23:34

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In this episode Caroline chats to Seamus O'Brien, editor of Westmeath: History and Society – interdisciplinary essays on the history of an Irish county about his latest project on the vernacular buildings of Westmeath. Anne and Lorna from the Aidan Heavey Library discuss some of the ways they are celebrating Heritage Week, which happens this August…

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July 2024 13:32

11M ago13:32

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Celebrate Summer with Westmeath Libraries this July Summer Stars is well underway for all the children out there, and we also have a host of events for adults as well Summer Stars BorrowBox Join the library Library events Read the newsletter on SubstackBy Westmeath Libraries

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June 2024 in Westmeath Libraries 14:39

12M ago14:39

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All the news and events from Westmeath libraries, including our Library of Sanctuary award, Summer Stars, and exciting changes coming to Kilbeggan Library. Find out about our Cruinniu na nÓg events here Browse all of our upcoming events here Find contact details of your local library hereBy Westmeath Libraries

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Everything comes from somewhere 29:54

1y ago29:54

29:54

Lorna from the Aidan Heavey Library talks to Dr. John Gibney of the R.I.A.By Westmeath Libraries

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Athlone's favourite local historian 16:20

1y ago16:20

16:20

Lorna from the Aidan Heavey Library Athlone chats to local historian, and former librarian Gearoid O'BrienBy Westmeath Libraries

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May 2024 in Westmeath Libraries 16:58

1y ago16:58

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May marks Bealtaine in the old Irish calendar, so Caroline shares a few traditional meanings and practices. As well as chatting about our upcoming news and events. You can visit our website at www.westmeathculture.ie or read our newsletter hereBy Westmeath Libraries

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Linking the past and the future 19:16

1y ago19:16

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Edel talks to Alma Clavin about her Repair Acts project and how the past can help us today. RepairActs.ie Creative Ireland The Years Between: Moate Co Westmeath 1956-2006 by Vera Hughes The Schools Collection - Dúchas Ask in your local library about the Thom's directory or Slater's Commercial directory…

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You don't think of Mullingar and the Yeti in the same sentence 14:32

1y ago14:32

14:32

In this episode Lorna talks to Ian Keneally who has worked as Historian in Residence with Westmeath County Council commemorating the Decade of Centenaries. Relevant links Westmeath's Decade of Centenary blog The Revolution Papers RTE's The History Show Everest 1921 online exhibition The paper wall : newspapers and propaganda in Ireland 1919-1921 / …

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It's like a buzz, like an adrenaline kick, and it's actually amazing 20:37

1y ago20:37

20:37

In today's episode Edel Scally talks to Jason McKevitt about his love of history, and where it came from.By Westmeath Libraries

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My god, are all these my books 25:24

1y ago25:24

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In this episode Dr. John Gibney and Gearoid O'Brien discuss the Aidan Heavey Collection - one of the finest collections of rare books in Ireland. This is the collection that gives Athlone Library its name; the Aidan Heavey Library, Athlone.By Westmeath Libraries

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April in Westmeath Libraries 33:35

1y ago33:35

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From Spring Into Storytime to local history podcasts, there is so much happening in our libraries this April.By Westmeath Libraries

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Local history is local knowledge as well as the official records 10:02

1y ago10:02

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In today's episode Edel talks to Gretta Connell. Gretta worked for many years with Westmeath Libraries, and since her retirement is even busier with local history queries. Her book A Guide to tracing your Westmeath ancestors is a great help for anyone interested in researching their own family history.…

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Would you not go out to the graveyard and dig up a good, old, decent Fenian 21:17

1y ago21:17

21:17

Lorna from the Aidan Heavey Library, Athlone talks to Eamonn Hughes about his life as a teacher, the value of primary sources, and his most recent project.By Westmeath Libraries

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We're probably the only town that's been invaded by an entire army of ghosts 12:57

1y ago12:57

12:57

Edel chats to local historian Ruth Illingworth about her projects and research. Including some of her favourite stories from the town.By Westmeath Libraries

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"I was always very interested in graveyards" 11:21

1y ago11:21

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Ann McDermott chats to Lorna Farrell from Westmeath Libraries about her interest in local history, and how her work in the library brings her new questions every day.By Westmeath Libraries

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March 2024 in Westmeath Libraries 22:38

1y ago22:38

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This month we are celebrating International Women's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Astronomy Week Ireland, and more. Listen for all our upcoming eventsBy Westmeath Libraries

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February 2024 18:31

1+ y ago18:31

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News and Events from Westmeath Libraries for February 2024, featuring Ireland Reads, Book Clubs, Warhammer, Teen Advisory Board and much much more. Remember, all the details for these events can be found on our events page on www.westmeathculture.ie or sign up for our monthly newsletter - https://westmeathlibraries.substack.com/p/february-2024…

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January 2024 13:32

1+ y ago13:32

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Happy New Year everyone. Here is a round up of our news and events for January 2024.By Westmeath Libraries

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December 2023 24:36

1+ y ago24:36

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Hello and welcome to Westmeath Libraries' podcast. My name is Caroline Barry. Can you believe we're in the month of December, December 2023? So we're leading up to Christmas. And naturally here in Westmeath Libraries we have lots planned for younger people, toddlers and tots and primary school children and some older children as well. So stay tuned…

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November 2023 16:55

1+ y ago16:55

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In this week's episode Caroline chats to Manus about his upcoming talk on the Night of the Big Wind, and to Catherine about Books for babies, as well as all our upcoming events. Find out more in our newsletter, or on our website www.westmeathculture.ieBy Westmeath Libraries

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October 2023 32:10

1+ y ago32:10

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Welcome to the October episode of our podcast, where our host Caroline from Kilbeggan Library has two interviews for you. We'll also take a look at some upcoming events happening in Westmeath Libraries. Remember, you can find all our news and events on our website: www.westmeathculture.ieBy Westmeath Libraries

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September 2023 14:20

1+ y ago14:20

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Welcome to this month's News & Events podcast from Westmeath Libraries. Our new host is Caroline Barry, and she will be talking about some upcoming events as well as chatting to participants of past events.By Westmeath Libraries

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August 2023 25:22

2y ago25:22

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What's happening in Westmeath Libraries this August - featuring some Heritage Week events, Summer Stars, and much more. Plus a chat with Caroline from Kilbeggan Library To see all our events go to www.westmeathculture.ie Subscribe to our newsletter at https://westmeathculture.ie/subscribe-to-our-monthly-newsletter/…

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July 2023 4:44

2y ago4:44

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In this month's podcast Jack talks about our Summer Stars events, including Dog's Trust, Mudbogs, and Vroom-Town. Have a listen and learn what's happening in your local libraryBy Westmeath Libraries

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June 2023 11:06

2y ago11:06

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0:00 - Welcome 0:52 - Interview with photographer John McCauley. John discusses his and Rodney Clery's recent Murmurations exhibition in Mullingar Library. Link to the charity is https://www.tanzanianheavenlyhomes.com/ 8:50 - My Little Library Book Bags are back 9:15 - Castlepollard Roleplaying 9:29 - Jill Parkinson exhibition in Athlone An improba…

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May 2023 8:33

2y ago8:33

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Check out our website for full details of all our events - www.westmeathculture.ie This month we are joined by Westmeath Heritage Officer Melanie McQuaid to chat about an upcoming exhibition in Mullingar Library, Murmurations by John McCauley and Rodney Cleary as we celebrate Biodiversity Week. Westmeath Libraries are celebrating Europe Day, and ma…

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April 2023 7:31

2y ago7:31

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News and Events from Westmeath Libraries. For full details see our website - www.westmeathculture.ie or our online catalogue. You can also email us at [email protected] We have a guest host this month, Dearbhla Sheridan, but we hope that Jack will be back with us for May's episode. This month we cover: Spring Into Storytime IT training for t…

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Never too late with Kitty Flynn 13:14

2y ago13:14

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At the age of 95, Kitty Flynn has seen, heard and experienced more than most. In the final instalment of the Life Changes podcast series, Ann Marie Kelly travelled to Kilbeggan to discuss her many and varied experiences over time.By Westmeath Libraries

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A lifelong vocation with Tom Hunt 14:12

2y ago14:12

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Retired teacher and local historian Tom Hunt will be no stranger to many of the GAA fraternity. He met up with Ann Marie Kelly to chat about the career changes which have kept him inspired and why the GAA remains a lifelong vocation.By Westmeath Libraries

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March 2023 9:45

2y ago9:45

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0:00 - Intro 1:15 - Seachtain na Gaeilge - for a full list of library events click here 1:36 - Roy Lyndsay talk on The Character of Ireland - book here for Athlone or here for Mullingar 2:00 - EU50 commemorating Ireland's 50 years of membership in the European Union exhibition moves to Athlone 2:25 - Advice on your device available in all libraries…

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Adversity as a catalyst with John Mangan 11:53

2y ago11:53

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In episode 08, Anne Marie Kelly met up with Mens Shed founder John Mangan to talk about how bad changes can lead to good results and how adversity can be a catalyst for new adventures.By Westmeath Libraries

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The lifeline of the Men's Shed with Peter Burrows 13:48

2+ y ago13:48

13:48

Anne Marie Kelly meets Peter Burrows to talk about how the Mens shed has provided him with a lifeline and a life changing experience.By Westmeath Libraries

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Change as positive with Finola Colgan 15:39

2+ y ago15:39

15:39

Ann Marie Kelly joins Finola Colgan, development officer for Mental Health Ireland to talk about the universal challenges we all must face and how we can all embrace change as a positiveBy Westmeath Libraries

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Inclusion, expression and understanding with Fr. Shay Casey 17:03

2+ y ago17:03

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Father Shay Casey will be a familiar name on the campus of the Athlone Institute of Technology where he offers guidance and support to the community of students. He met up with Anne Marie Kelly to elaborate on his vision for inclusion, contemporary christian life and his own ongoing Journey of expression and understanding.…

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February 2023 12:24

2+ y ago12:24

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All the news and events from Westmeath Libraries this month. 0:45 - Need some help with your device? Drop into your local library and talk to a member of staff. We are always happy to help 1:15 - Story times this month 1:40 - Entertainment at your library, from book clubs to games nights, Valentine's events and more 2:50 - Athlone Social Club run b…

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Returning to Ireland with Ann Lawlor 15:40

2+ y ago15:40

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Ann Marie Kelly speaks to Ann Lawlor - who left a varied career in the UK and returned to Ireland to revel in the lure of her Multyfarnham localityBy Westmeath Libraries

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Innovation with Ann McGuinness 14:07

2+ y ago14:07

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Ann McGuinness’s career has been very much inspired by innovation and driven by the challenge of change. She met with Ann Marie Kelly to discuss how her life has changed over timeBy Westmeath Libraries

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January 2023 in Westmeath Libraries 7:35

2+ y ago7:35

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0:55 - Baby and toddler groups & story times 1:20 - Advice on your device & help on online resources and technology 1:40 - Book clubs, games, and group meetings 2:10 - Knitting, Crochet and Crafting groups 2:30 - How the library works: Your membership card, when you need it and when you don't. Non-members are always welcome to visit, but remember i…

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"I Create" with Dolores Keaveney 15:13

2+ y ago15:13

15:13

Anne Marie Kelly catches up with renowned artist and author Dolores KeaveneyBy Westmeath Libraries

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A new perspective with John McAuley 16:07

2+ y ago16:07

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In the opening episode, Anne Marie Kelly joins photographer John McCauley to find out how an African adventure opened his mind and gifted him with a whole new perspectiveBy Westmeath Libraries

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December 2022 in Westmeath Libraries 10:09

2+ y ago10:09

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December means it is Family Time At Your Library, and we have a host of events designed for all the family. We're also delighted to welcome author Lorraine Murphy along for a special feature. Lorraine is a local author living in Westmeath. 0:45 Celebrate the Winter Solstice with Mudbugs 1:05 Christmas nibbles with Fiona Egan 1:20 Christmas crafting…

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Whats happening in Westmeath Libraries this November 5:17

2+ y ago5:17

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1:00 - C-Pens & DCode Dyslexia talks 1:42 - Bridge in Kilbeggan Library 1:53 - Do you have questions about your tech? or library online resources 2:11 - Deadly Moons & Magical Stars 2:39 - Storytimes in your library 2:50 - Bookclubs 3:05 - Talk for new mothers in Castlepollard 3:11 - Author panel in Mullingar 3:30 - Knitting & Crochet groups 3:45 -…

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October in Westmeath Libraries 8:32

2+ y ago8:32

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Find out what's happening in Westmeath Libraries this month 0:52 - Interested in joining a book club? Or starting your own? 1:20 - My Open Libraries in Westmeath 1:44 - Feature interview with Deirdre Broderick, Executive Librarian in Mullingar Library. Jack & Deirdre talk about some upcoming workshops and storytimes in the library, including Irish …

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