Fingal Festival of Children’s Literature

Fingal Festival of Children’s Literature

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Swords Castle, Saturday 9th September

Fingal Libraries is delighted to bring you the second Fingal Festival of Children’s Literature – a celebration of children’s stories and books at a unique venue, Swords Castle, on Saturday, 9th September. The Castle will be packed with bestselling authors, amazing illustrators, hidden treasures and awesome artists – just bring your imagination! And just like the Libraries, every event is free to the public. Check out the events at the Storytent, The Tall-Tales Tent, The Chapel, The Book Clinic and The Creative Zone to see what needs to be booked in advance and what you can walk into on the day. We can’t wait to see you in Swords Castle to once again celebrate the Magic of Stories!

Fingal Festival of Children’s Literature 2023 Brochure

Date:
Saturday 9th September
Time:
10.00am
Price:
Free
Address:
Swords Castle, Bridge Street, Townparks, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland
Google Map of Swords Castle, Bridge Street, Townparks, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland

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