Events for everyone at Drogheda library

THE season of summer events at Drogheda library continues this week with some story-telling, talks for responsible dog owners and adult education information.

On Tuesday July 10th, author Alma Jordan is doing an Agrikids Farm Safety talk at 11.30am. Wanting children to be safe on farms around the country, in the summer of 2015 Alma published the first in her series of farm safety story books entitled ‘ Tales from Riverside Farm’. Written by Alma and beautifully illustrated by Martin Beckett, the series of storybooks is for children aged 4+ and chronicles the adventures of Tom, Sarah and their friend Mr Brambles, a magical hedge sprite who mustn’t be seen by grown-ups. Admission is free.

The next event for youngsters is on Friday July 13th, when toddlers and wobblers can join in for lots of teddy bear stories, songs and colouring fun at 11.30am.

The Baby Book Club continues on Wednesday July 25th at 10.30am - the club which meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month.

And author Emer Conlon will read some Vroom-town stories at 11.30am on Thursday July 26th.

The Louth Meath Education and Training Board is holding an information morning on Thursday July 12th between 10am and 12pm. The Work Matters service at your library is a perfect place to explore, research and learn new skills. Come along and find out about education, training and upskilling opportunities if you are seeking work or thinking of a career change.

The Work Matters Service includes: free membership, direction and help with your research, business and employment books, PCs and Internet access, online learning and services with access to over 500 e-learning courses, printing, scanning and photocopying, workshops, presentations and networking opportunities.

You can explore career information, learn about support available for jobseekers and develop new skills to boost your CV and job application in a friendly environment.

And later that same day, you’re also invited to attend a free workshop on responsible dog ownership. Organised by Dogs Trust, “A Dog’s Life” will see education officer Audrey and her dog Lucy delivering this brand-new workshop.

On July 25th at 3pm, come along and find out about what is takes to become an education dog and pick up some dog safety tips. For children aged 7-12 and their families.