Brat Bhríde Workshop

Join Rita O’Loughlin for a hands-on Brat Bhríde workshop in Portlaoise Library. Rooted in Irish tradition, the Brat Bhríde (St Brigid’s cloak) is a symbol of healing, protection and community care.

Participants are invited to bring along a preloved scarf to transform into their own Brat Bhríde through simple stitching and shared storytelling. No sewing experience is needed. This is a relaxed, inclusive workshop celebrating heritage, creativity and connection.

The Tenters - Gypsy Jazz Ensemble

Join us in Portlaoise Library on Friday, January 30th at 4:30pm for a fantastic afternoon of live music with The Tenters, bringing their swing and gypsy jazz sound to the library as part of this year’s Portlaoise Jazz festival. Free event – all are welcome!

The Portlaoise Jazz Festival features 30 events across 20 venues, so there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Be sure to check out the full programme of events!

Heartsaver CPR AED Course

The Irish Heart Foundation’s Heartsaver CPR AED Course run by Portlaoise First Responders, is ideal for anyone who wants to learn CPR and how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

The Heartsaver AED Course takes approximately 3 hours to complete and teaches the basic techniques of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and the relief of choking for adults, children and infants.

The Heartsaver AED course follows a practice-while-watching video format and is led by instructors who will provide feedback and guide you through the lessons and help improve your CPR technique as you practice on a manikin.

Participants who can demonstrate high quality CPR at the end of the course will receive an IHF/AHA Heartsaver AED course completion cert.

Pokemon Club

Join us on Valentines Day at 11am in Portlaoise Library for Pokémon Club.

Nintendo Tournament

Join us for an adults-only Nintendo Tournament packed with friendly competition, nostalgic classics, and plenty of bragging rights. Whether you’re a casual button-masher or a seasoned pro, jump in, grab a controller, and battle it out for prizes and glory.

This is an ADULT ONLY event and participants are required to bring their own Nintendo controllers to play.