To celebrate the opening of dlr’s new library in Ballyogan, we are thrilled to be presenting a mini- festival for all ages inside and outside the library.  

12.30 - 5.30pm: Garageland Galaxyz at Cruinniú na nÓg  

Headlining our programme is the incredible Garageland Galaxyz at Cruinniú na nÓg, which will showcase local musical talent across two stages – Samuel and Beckett. This includes performances from young people who have been developing their own music with Music Generation dlr, dance performances by Dublin Youth Dance Company, Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann Craobh Naithí branch, Supertones choir, and a whole range of young artists alongside some specially curated guests.   

Garageland Galaxyz at Cruinniú na nÓg is inclusive for all young musicians - a safe space to shine! 

Music acts will be scheduled over the day with a detailed schedule to be posted here closer to the date. 

Bring a picnic and a blanket and come along and enjoy the amazing young talent and festival atmosphere. 

Garageland Galaxyz is an all-inclusive, diverse, nationwide series of connected festival events for young bands and musicians, and if you know of any young musicians aged 12 - 18 who would like to perform, simply send an email saying YES GALAXY25 to info@garageland.ie! (closing date for expressing an interest is Friday 25 April) 

12.00 – 4.00pm Drop-in Art Making Activities  

We are also thrilled to present workshops on the day, this includes:  

• Wonder Walls spray painting workshops by Waterford Walls (for children 12+) 
• Build a Book Buddy art making workshop with Jane Fogarty  
• My Book, My stories: create your own handmade book! with artist Mika Moret

12.00 - 3.30pm Dance Workshops 
 
Join Dublin Youth Dance Company to take part in a 20-minute dance workshop, a great introduction to creative dance within a relaxed setting. Taking place in the library’s fabulous event space, the workshops will be taught by dancer Louise Behan whose fun approach ensures that classes are accessible for all experiences and ages.
12.00pm (5 – 8 years), 1.00pm (5 – 8 years), 2.00pm (9 – 12 years), 3.00pm (9 – 12 years) 

12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm: Storytime at the library  

Join library staff to enjoy story time at the children’s library. Different stories will be picked for each session. All are welcome. 

ALL DAY: Dublin Youth Dance Company Dance in schools project: video presentation 

DYDC dance artist Mariela Mira has been working with 5th and 6th class pupils from Gaelscoil Shliabh Rua over the past 6 weeks. This documentary video will be screened all day in our library in Ballyogan, and will feature interviews with students and will illustrate the process they have been engaging in.  

No pre-booking is required for our workshops. Dance workshops by DYDC will have limited places, so early arrival is recommended, and places will be filled on a first come first serve basis. All other activities are drop in. 

Quiet Space 

We will have a quiet area available on the day in the library for those with sensory needs, families can borrow noise cancelling headphones as required and can use the space for time out to self-regulate during the day. You can find more information in our Ballyogan Library Social Story here

Food and Drink 

We will have food trucks on site to purchase food and refreshments, so why not spend the afternoon and enjoy all the acts and activities! 

Age: all ages
Saturday 7 June, 12.00 – 5.30pm
Ballyogan Library, Samuel Beckett Civic Campus, Ballyogan Court, Dublin 18, D18 HT72