David O'Brien

Cork City Librarian. Optimistic by nature, open to new challenges and new opportunities. All views are my own.

[David O'Brien @squires98]

Outstanding

[Smaller Fish @SmallerFishGAA]

'When you're chasing then you're resorting to lumping in a few balls'

I spoke with Ben O Connor about Cork's flat performance, Shane Barrett throw ball and marking Aaron Gillane

[David O'Brien @squires98]

@johncreedon @rte @RTEOne @RTERadio1 @RTE_Culture She will be missed. RIP Dolores

[Cork City Libraries @corkcitylibrary]

My Open Library in Bishopstown will be operating as normal from 5.30pm this evening. Thank you for your understanding as we worked to resolve the issue.

[Cork City Libraries @corkcitylibrary]

Have you joined Cork City Libraries popular "My Open Library" service? MOL offers extended open hours!

My Open Library is available in Bishopstown, Glanmire, Blackpool and Douglas Libraries.

Check details on how to join here 👇
https://t.co/otic1s3U3h

#CorkCityLibraries

[AODH QUINLIVAN ⚽️🏆 @AodhQuinlivan]

Thanks to @JohnOShea1993 for his article about the recent launch of 'Leading the Way'. The book is co-written with @JohnGer60 and Anne Twomey and is published by @corkcitylibrary.

@UCC @CACSSS1 @UCCResearch @corkcitycouncil @GovUCC @SeeHerElected

https://t.co/oqH3f9MXhy

[Cork City Libraries @corkcitylibrary]

Find your favourite books under the tree with Borrowbox!

Borrow and renew books anytime. Customise the font, text size and background to suit your needs. And best of all, it's FREE for library members!

Not a member yet? You can join online here 👇
https://t.co/OApSz635xa

[Cork City Libraries @corkcitylibrary]

Samantha helped make the season merry and bright with an afternoon of festive storytelling in the Children's Library. 🎄✨

Forgot to pick up some Christmas reading material? Don't worry, we are open tomorrow Tuesday 23 December from 10.00 am - 5.30 pm!

#CorkCityLibraries

[Cork City Libraries @corkcitylibrary]

The Jane Austen Book Club in the City Library had a robust discussion of ‘Persuasion’ in their December meeting 📖

Due to its popularity, the book club will continue in 2026.

Emma is the book that will be discussed in January 2026. See you there!

#CorkCityLibraries

[Cork City Libraries @corkcitylibrary]

Cork City Libraries now has LED magnifiers that you can use in your local Cork branch!

You can see small text and details more clearly, while reduce eye strain, fatigue, and headaches caused by reading in low-light.

Just ask a member of staff for more information.

[Drjohnsheehan @drjohnsheehan]

A lovely evening where Lord Mayor Councillor Fergal Dennehy launched a new book tonight in the council chambers in city hall. The book “Leading The Way”written by Aodh Quinlivan, John Ger O'Riordan and Anne Twomey is about women who have shaped local government in Cork City.

[AODH QUINLIVAN ⚽️🏆 @AodhQuinlivan]

Thrilled that book 11, 'Leading the Way', has come to fruition. If all goes well 🤞 number 12, about Mayoral Governance, will see the light of day in 2026. #AllPoliticsIsLocal @UCC @UCCResearch @CACSSSResearch1 @CACSSS1 @GovUCC @UCCLibrary @DeptHousingIRL @AILGIRE @echolivecork.

[AODH QUINLIVAN ⚽️🏆 @AodhQuinlivan]

It's not far away now 💜. Thanks for the support along the journey, especially from all in @corkcitylibrary. Looking forward to the party 🎉. #LeadingTheWay

[History at UCC @UCCHistory]

A hearty congratulations to Dr John Borgonovo, Dr John Crowley, Nick Hogan, Mike Murphy, Dr Donal Ó Drisceoil, Dr Hélène O’Keeffe and Charlie Roche who were the worthy recipients of the @UCCResearch award for Researcher Team of the Year (2024)

[Dept Rural & Community Development & the Gaeltacht @DeptRCDG]

Ministers @daracalleary & @jerrybuttimer encourage people to visit their local library this Saturday

National Public Libraries Open Day
📅 Sat 27 Sept

More info> https://t.co/YsSlSgXLmd

@librariesire @lgmaIreland

#TakeaCloserLook

[Cork City Libraries @corkcitylibrary]

Our Listen Back session in the Music Library this month featured Sam Amidon in conversation with acclaimed journalist Philip Watson and library staff member Albert🎧🎵🎤

#RoryGallagherMusicLibrary #SamAmidon #SFSH #ListenBack #CorkCityLibraries

[Cork City Libraries @corkcitylibrary]

Join us in celebrating Public Libraries Open Day with "A Patchwork of History" talk and reading.

⏰Saturday 27 September, 11.00 am-12.00 noon at Ballincollig Library.

Members of Muskerry Local History Society will speak about extracts from the society's many bi-annual journals.

[Cork City Libraries @corkcitylibrary]

We were delighted to have Éidín Griffin from Rebel Seed in the City Library this week. She gave a very interesting talk about seed saving techniques and how to use heritage seeds to strengthen food systems.

#SeedSaving #RebelSeed #SeedLibrary #Sustainability #CorkCityLibraries

[Cork City Libraries @corkcitylibrary]

Reducing Food Waste and Composting with Donal O’Leary.

⏰ Saturday 27 Sept at 11.30am in Douglas Library, and 2.00 pm in Bishopstown Library
Discover how to minimize food waste, learn how composting and simple shifts in routine can lead to meaningful change.

#SDGweek

[Harvey Vale @harvey_vale]

GET IN!!!! 3 on the bounce and my first @QPR goal to top it off 💙🤍 YOU R’sssssss