Family & Children's Programme

Seed to Supper (Nine Bean Rows) by Michelle Darmody takes readers through every stage of food’s fascinating journey, from its start as a seed in the soil to the table via the kitchen and everything – and everywhere! – in between. Gain tips on how to grow, buy and cook food, as well as learning […]

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Rosie the moth is infatuated with the moon. When the moon disappears, Rosie and her friend Gary set out on an adventure to find her. The Moth and the Moon (Beehive) is a heartwarming celebration of friendship, connection and chasing your dreams. Join author-illustrator Margaret Anne Suggs for this special workshop where you will get […]

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Join us for this fun-filled day for all the family to work together as a team. Pick up your treasure trail handout from the Family Hub reception, then follow the clues throughout the grounds to discover Dublin Castle and return for your prize! Free admission, drop in any time between 11am – 3:30pm.

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It’s time to get creative with all the family. Bring along your imaginations and get drawing, writing and doing some arts and crafts at our DBF Creative station! Free admission, drop in any time between 11am – 3:30pm.

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Looking to refresh your bookshelves at home? We’re inviting families to bring their old children’s books to swap them for one from our DBF book swap stand.  Free admission, drop in any time between 11am – 3:30pm.

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Every small step makes a difference! Drop by our ‘Plant Your Own’ tent, roll the sleeves up and plant your own bulb or sapling to take away with you! Then find out more about all the things you can be growing at home, contributing to regenerating and replenishing our world, one plant at a time.  […]

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Lottie Brooks is BACK and she’s as BRILLIANT as ever! In The Majorly Awkward BFF Dramas of Lottie Brooks (Puffin), Lottie soon finds having a new boyfriend and a new dog means she has little time for anyone else, leaving her best friends pretty upset. How is Lottie meant to keep everybody happy?! Join writer-illustrator […]

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Join us for this captivating illustrated talk with author and underwater filmmaker Vincent Hyland, exploring the wonderful and weird marine life of the Greater Skellig Coast, Ireland. A 40 minute interactive presentation brings the underwater marine life of the greater Skellig Coast to life. See dolphins, sharks, whales and weird underwater marine life. Listen to […]

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Calling all young book lovers and emerging magical people! Have you ever dreamed of having your own Elder Wand? Well now’s your chance! Join Orla Farrell, Founder & Leader at the Easy Treesie – Crann Project, for this special workshop drawing together nature and magic. Learn how to find, plant and grow your own Elder […]

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In Eve McDonnell’s latest novel, The Last Boy (Everything with Words), Brewster – a small ‘climbing boy’ chimney sweep – is sold to a cruel Master Sweep. But Brewster has a secret – he has predicted a terrifying meteor storm so he can cast his wish upon each shooting star to be the last climbing […]

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Join much-loved and bestselling author Hannah Gold for a fun and interactive turtle-y event, as she introduces her brand new heartfelt adventure Turtle Moon (HarperCollins Children’s Books). Perfect for young animal lovers, get ready to discover some terrific turtle facts, be enchanted by the Costa Rican rainforest and test your knowledge in a wonderful wildlife […]

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