Free event but booking required: book online at Laois Libraries events, phone Portlaoise Library on 057 8622333 or email portlaoiselibrary@laoiscoco.ie
This storytelling and crafts session is a gentle and fun introduction to the heroes of Irish legend. Join the giant Fionn Mac Cumhaill, pirate queen Grace O'Malley, high king Brian Boru, bold Queen Maeve, kind St. Brigid and young hurler Cú Chulainn for a new twist on ancient tales of bravery. Then make your own hero's crown to take home!
This event is suitable for children aged 4-8 years.
Niamh Donnellan is a writer and children's storyteller from Ireland. She is the author of Little Irish Folklore Friends and Little Irish History Heroes. Niamh lives in Kilkenny with her family and two mischievous cats.
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