Laois Library lifeline to community in lockdown
Laois County Library services have been a social frontline response for many people in Laois through the Covid-19 pandemic
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For many particularly over the last year, Laois County Library Service has continued to be a lifeline for a diverse range of people and communities within the county including, the young, students, parents, retired, elderly, and so many more.
Since th start of the pandemic, local libraries in Laois have continued to adapt the way they deliver services within their communities.
Bernie Foran is the County Librarian for Laois.
“The protracted nature of the restrictions is having an impact on our daily lives. We’re all adapting to new ways of living and there are times we have to figure out new ways to live, work and play in this new ‘normal’.
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Gardening for Biodiversity book and colouring book relaunched with online workshop
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The Heritage Office of Laois County Council has launched a campaign to help get people connected with nature, as part of the Government’s “Keep Well” Campaign.
The campaign starts with an online Gardening for Biodiversity workshop on Thursday, February 18, the relaunch of the Gardening for Biodiversity book and will continue in March with a new “Spring into Heritage” activity sheet in English and Irish and the launch of a new nature podcast in partnership with BirdWatch Ireland.