Date: 24 Feb 2026
Donegal County Library Service invites you to Get Lost in a Good Book for Ireland Reads Day
Donegal County Library Service is proud to join libraries across Ireland in celebrating Ireland Reads, a national campaign to get the whole country reading during February, culminating with Ireland Reads Day on Saturday, February 28.
The campaign, part of the government’s Healthy Ireland programme, celebrates and promotes the many benefits of reading for wellbeing and enjoyment. The theme for 2026 is ‘Get Lost in a Good Book’, and Donegal County Library Service are inviting everyone to take part.
Among the exciting events and initiatives planned for all ages to celebrate reading, books, and literature right here in the community are the following:
Learn all about BorrowBox!
Learn how to access books, newspapers, magazines and more for free on your phone or device by calling into your local library on the following dates:
- Tuesday 24th February – Gaoth Dobhair, Bundoran, Donegal Town, Milford.
- Wednesday 25th February – Na Rosa, Lifford, Ballyshannon.
- Thursday 25th February – Buncrana, Carndonagh, Raphoe.
- Friday 27th February – Central, Twin Towns, Moville.
Reading Ambassadors!
Keep an eye on social media for quotations about the importance of reading to them by Donegal folk including John Breslin, Bairbre Uí Chathail, Louise Flanagan, Lee Gooch, Catherine Devlin, Brian Lacey and Louise Flanagan.
A series of lectures on the early Donegal Kingdoms by Brian Lacey in Central Library Letterkenny!
Learn about the early history of Donegal from well-known historian Brian Lacey.
- Tuesday 24th February 6pm – Cenél Conaill
- Wednesday 25th February Cenél nEógain
- Thursday 26th February Síl Lugdac
Exhibition and Creative and Artistic family events on Saturday 28th February!
- Central Library Letterkenny - Storytime and illustration workshops with Kim Sharkey at 11am and 1pm
- Buncrana Library: exhibition of photographs from the Thomas (the Millar) Doherty Collection on the construction of the Eddie Fullerton Pollan Dam project
- Carndonagh Community Library – Titanic exhibition and Titanic themed craft session for children at 11:30am
- Leabharlann Phobail na Rosann – Lego Workshop 11am
- Bundoran Community Library – Arts, crafts and games 10am
Whether you’re a lifelong reader or just rediscovering the joy of books, there’s something for everyone in Donegal Libraries.
Joseph Kelly, Executive Librarian from Donegal County Library Service said: “We are delighted to bring the national campaign to celebrate reading to our community. We have an excellent array of activities and events lined up during the month of February to celebrate Ireland Reads and the very important role this positive activity fulfils in people’s lives. These activities and events are reflective of a busy programme that is a constant in libraries across Donegal. We are encouraging people of all ages to visit the library and participate in the campaign.
“Reading enriches our minds, reduces stress, and connects us to ideas and stories that shape who we are. It opens doors to knowledge, imagination, and supports wellbeing in today’s busy world. Library membership is free and we are delighted to help people looking for reading particular to their interests. Ireland Reads is all about encouraging people to take time for themselves to enjoy the benefits of reading and we encourage people to visit us and participate.”
Amanda Branigan, Ireland Reads Working Group Chair said: “Ireland Reads is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate reading for pleasure and to remind people of the joy and benefits of books. Libraries are welcoming spaces for everyone, offering thousands of books and eBooks tailored to all interests. We encourage people across the country to take time during February to visit their local library, receive reading recommendations and join for free. Get lost in a good book this February and make reading a healthy activity in your life.”
For more information about Ireland Reads in Donegal, call into your local library or visit www.donegallibrary.ie Follow @DonegalCountyLibrary on Facebook and @DonegalLibrary and Instagram and join the conversation online by using the hashtags #IrelandReads and #TellMeToGetLost
Visit www.irelandreads.ie for more information about the national campaign.
