Transparent Language
Laois Library members can use the free Transparent Language programme to assist them in learning Irish. Transparent Language is a complete language-learning system with courses and lessons designed to build listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. More information can be found on the Transparent Language website
LOTE4Kids
Children’s picture books and stories are available through Irish on LOTE4Kids
BorrowBox
Irish language stock is also available in eBook and eAudiobook format through Borrowbox.
Ciorcal Comhrá
Ciorcal Comhra groups meet regularly in several Laois branch libraries including Portlaoise, Mountmellick and Durrow – contact the libraries directly for more details.
Seachtain na Gaeilge
Seachtain na Gaeilge runs every year between 1st March - 17th March, with many events running in library branches to celebrate the Irish language.
Library contact details
- Abbeyleix Library: Call 057 873 0020 or email abbeyleixlibrary@laoiscoco.ie
- Durrow Library: Call 057 873 6090 or email durrowlibrary@laoiscoco.ie
- Mountmellick Library: Call 057 868 9382 or email mountmellicklibrary@laoiscoco.ie
- Mountrath Library: Call 057 875 6378 or email mountrathlibrary@laoiscoco.ie
- Portlaoise Library: Call 057 862 2333 or email portlaoiselibrary@laoiscoco.ie
- Portarlington Library: Call 057 864 3751 or email portarlingtonlibrary@laoiscoco.ie
- Rathdowney Library: Call 0505 46852 or email rathdowneylibrary@laoiscoco.ie
- Stradbally Library: Call 057 864 1673 or email stradballylibrary@laoiscoco.ie
Further information
For further information, email library@laoiscoco.ie or call 057 8689338.