The joy of books in Longford! Drumlish Library celebrates 30 years of serving local community

Drumlish Library celebrated 30 years of serving the local community with an event on Friday, June 28 that saw over 300 people in attendance.

For the event, a photo display covered the history of the library and highlighted many events and characters who used the library over the last three decades. The library was decorated in the Drumlish and Longford colours.

At the event, retired County Librarian Mary Carleton Reynolds recalled the opening of Drumlish Library.

Ms Carleton Reynolds paid tribute to the late Cllr Gerry Brady, outlining that it was his dream to have a library in Drumlish, which he realised, and he officially opened the library on Friday, June 24, 1994.

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Speakers Mary Kiernan and Helen Sheridan, who are current and past librarians at Drumlish Library, shared their stories of working at the library.

Cllr Paraic Brady, son of Cllr Gerry Brady, and Longford County Council Director of Services Barbara Heslin spoke about the importance of the library for the local community.

Cllr Paraic Brady said, “It is great to celebrate 30 years of Drumlish Library. Throughout the years, this excellent facility has been at the heart of the local community, it is a place for learning, meeting others and getting help from its excellent librarians.”

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Cllr Brady added, “I thank library staff for the work as they continue to serve their community, including Isabella Mallon, Drumlish Library’s first branch librarian. I also thank the local Drumlish community for making the most of this facility.”

Longford County Council Director of Service Barbara Heslin remarked, “Drumlish Library, along with all five other libraries across our county are invaluable to our communities. They help to make County Longford a county for everyone. They are places where anyone can come to and meet and engage with others and integrate into their community.”

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Longford County Council County Librarian Martina Needham said, “Small in size but mighty in spirit and heart, Drumlish is well served by its library which is run by our excellent librarians and support staff.

“We provide many services and continue to make our libraries a welcoming space for all, whether you’re looking for some peace and quiet with a book or a chat with our friendly and professional staff. You can also use our digital facilities to connect with others, including family and friends, online, or visit one of the many events we have throughout the year.”

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