My Account
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.
Events In Your Library
Our library branches across Co. Cavan have a packed programme of regular events and once off/special events for all ages and interests. All our events are free of charge of course!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Email: library@cavancoco.ie
Monday 10am-1pm & 2pm - 5.15pm
Wednesday 1pm-4.15pm & 5pm-8pm
Friday 10am-1pm & 2pm-5.15pm
Email: library@cavancoco.ie
Mon 2pm – 5pm & 6pm - 8.30pm
Wed 2pm – 5pm
Note: Library Closed on Bank Holiday Mondays.
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.
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
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.
Popular Links
Online Library & Learning
FREE access to eBook, eAudiobooks, digital magazines and international newspapers, online courses and language learning.
Cavan History
Johnston Central Library is home to the single most important resource for the study of the history, literature, and culture of County Cavan.
Skills for Life
Whether you want to feel more confident online, manage your finances, understand media, or live more sustainably – your local library is here to help.
Creative Cavan
Harnessing the creative potential of our people and communities is a cornerstone of the Creative Ireland Programme. Cavan County Council has established Creative Cavan, Culture and Creativity Team which brings together local expertise in arts, heritage, libraries, enterprise and community engagement, to foster collaboration and spark new initiatives.
Spring Into Storytime
Spring Into Storytime in libraries across Ireland in the month of April, with storytimes in the library for preschool and primary school aged children. Cavan Library Service looks forward to this initiative every year! This Spring we have some fantastic storytime events programmed with library staff - details coming soon!
Bealtaine Festival May 2026
Bealtaine is Ireland’s national festival which celebrates the arts and creativity as we age and is run by Age & Opportunity. Cavan Library Service enjoys bringing events and experiences to older people throughout the year but Bealtaine Festival brings a special focus to our programming for older people. Why don't you come along to our many FREE events planned across the county! Some events are booking only!!
Free Events in Cavan Libraries - Regular and New
Tea Parties in Cavan Libraries
Book Clubs are Reading
