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My Account allows you to access your library account, anytime, anywhere. You can renew, request and update your details. You will need your library card number and PIN to login.

Cavan History

Explore Cavan's history, archaeology, literature and culture from our rich collection of resources which has been carefully built up over ninety years and continues to grow.

Library Catalogue

It couldn't be easier to find what you are looking for! You can now browse, search and reserve items held in Cavan Libraries and in public libraries across Ireland by accessing our online catalogue

Phone: +353 (0)49 4378500
Email: library@cavancoco.ie

Mon 10am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Tue 10am - 8.30pm
Wed 10am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Thu 10am - 8.30pm
Fri 10am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Sat* 10am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm

*Johnston Central Library is closed on the Saturday of Bank Holidays weekends.

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Phone: +353 (0)42 9665779
Email: library@cavancoco.ie

Tues 10.00am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Wed 10am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Thur 10am - 8.30pm
Frid 10am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Sat* 10am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm

*Bailieborough Library is closed on the Saturday of Bank Holiday weekends.

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Phone: +353 (0)49 5559873
Email: library@cavancoco.ie

Tues 10.00am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Wed 10am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Thur 10am - 8.30pm
Frid 10am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Sat 10am - 1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm

*Cootehill Library is closed on the Saturday of Bank Holiday weekends.

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Phone: +353 (0)49 9522683

Tue 10am - 1.15pm & 2pm - 5.15pm
Thurs 1pm - 4pm & 5pm - 8pm
Sat 10am-1.15pm & 2pm - 5pm

*Belturbet Library is closed on the Saturday of Bank Holidays weekends

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Phone: +353 (0)49 4335905
Email: library@cavancoco.ie

Tue 12pm-2pm & 3pm-6.30pm
Thu 2pm-5pm & 6pm-8.30pm
Sat 10am-1pm & 2pm-5pm

*Arva Library is closed on the Saturday of Bank Holiday weekends.

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Phone: +353 (0) 49 9526844
Email: library@cavancoco.ie

Monday 10am-1pm & 2pm - 5.15pm
Wednesday 1pm-4.15pm & 5pm-8pm
Friday 10am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm

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Phone: +353 (049) 8544445
Email: library@cavancoco.ie

Mon 2pm – 5pm & 6pm - 8.30pm
Wed 2pm – 5pm

Note: Library Closed on Bank Holiday Mondays.

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Phone: +353 (0)49 854 8456
Email: virginialibrary@cavancoco.ie

Tue 10am - 1.00pm & 2.00pm-5.15pm
Wed 10am - 1.00pm & 2.00pm-5.15pm
Thu 10am - 8.30pm
Fri 10am - 1.00pm & 2.00pm-5.15pm
Sat* 10am - 1.00pm & 2.00pm-5.15pm

*Virginia Library is closed on the Saturday of Bank Holidays weekends.

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Kingscourt Library
Main St.
Kingscourt
Co. Cavan
A82W52E

Phone: 049 4378510
Email: library@cavancoco.ie

Monday 10am-1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm
Wednesday 10am-1.15pm & 2.15pm - 5.15pm

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Phone: +353 (0)49 4378505
Email: library@cavancoco.ie

County Librarian: Emma Clancy

Mon 9.15am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Tues 9.15am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Wed 9.15am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Thu 9.15am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Fri 9.15am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Sat Closed.

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Latest News

11 October 2025

Children's Book Festival in full swing!

Cavan County Library Service has been organising Children's Book Festival events in October for many years, and it remains a central focus of our annual programming calendar. The aim is to spread the enjoyment of books and reading among children of all ages. 2025 is a bumper year for author visits with Peter Donnelly, Sadhbh Devlin, Nina Carbery and more! Don't miss our storytimes and activites in libraries through the month of October.

17 September 2025

Culture Night Awaits!

Culture Night is taking place this Friday across the county. The programme is packed with exciting and diverse events- from Dowra to Bailieborough and everywhere in-between including Johnston Central Library, Cootehill Library and Bailieborough LIbrary. Culture Night is a celebration of creativity and community, with all events completely free and open to everyone. We’d love for you, your friends, and your families to come along and enjoy the evening’s offerings.

17 September 2025

Pirates and Princesses Storytime at Virginia Library

Storytime is extra special on the 27th September from 11.30am-12.15pm at Virginia Library. We're inviting all young pirates and princesses to join us (in costume if they so wish) for 45 minutes of swashbuckling and royal tales and fun for 3-7 yr olds. No formal invite needed - just come along!!

17 September 2025

National Public Libraries Open Day

Think you know your library? Think again. Join us on Saturday, 27 September for National Public Libraries Open Day and discover what’s waiting beyond the bookshelves. From digital resources like eBooks and audiobooks to creative spaces, book clubs, exhibitions, and quiet study zones, there’s a whole world to explore—right in your local library. Take a closer look and be surprised!

11 September 2025

Age-Friendly AI: Have your say!

Age-Friendly AI, a national initiative led by TU Dublin and the Research Ireland ADAPT Centre for AI-Driven Digital Content Technology, has launched its “AI Opinions”, a FREEPOST postcard campaign to mark International Literacy Day. The campaign sees Age-Friendly AI partnering with libraries across Ireland to capture the thoughts and ideas of older adults on the rapidly evolving world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). FREEPOST postcards available in all Cavan Libraries, invite library users to share their hopes, concerns and ideas for making AI more age-friendly.

05 September 2025

Heritage Week Quiz Winner!

Congratulations to Jade Egan who was the winner of our 'All About Virginia' quiz which was part of our Heritage Week celebrations at Virginia Library. Jade got 10 out of 10! Thanks to all the children and families who took part. The quiz got everyone thinking about the heritage of our town.

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