Ballyfermot Library: Creative Hubs Summer Programme 2026 7 Jun - 31 Aug 2026
As part of the Children's Art in Libraries Creative Hubs Summer Programme in Ballyfermot Library, we have created a series of creative events that will keep all the family entertained!
Creative Hubs is a Dublin City Council Arts Office and Libraries initiative delivered by The Ark.
The following workshops can be booked directly through the library via dublincity.ie
Call: 01 222 8422
Drum and Dance Workshop
Date: 9 July
Ages:5-7 years and their grown-ups at 10.30am & ages 8 - 12 years @ 12.30pm
Join Kieran and Monica, a percussionist and a dancer, for an imaginary journey across the earth with movement and music.Dancing to music from different continents, bursting with rhythm and grooves, they will encourage everyone to explore movement in a lively, fun and individual way.
All you need are bags of energy and lots of enthusiasm - don't miss out!
Comic Quest!
Date: 16 July
Ages: 5-7 years and their grown-ups at 10.30am & ages 8 - 12 years @ 12.30pm
Join animator and illustrator Kate Escolin in an exciting comics workshop where imagination knows no bounds! Join us on our quest to explore the world of comics and turn your stories into comic strips.
In this workshop, children will learn to create their own characters and explore new worlds through fun drawing activities and storytelling exercises. Whether it's drawing superheroes or magical creatures, each child will have the chance to build their own adventure.
Music and Dance Workshop: Pututu
Date: 6 August
For all the family @ 10.30am & 12pm
Pututu is a new live music performance for children aged 2-12 years and their families. It is part of GlobeTots – an initiative led by Kasia Eliasz that creates performances exploring different cultures through live music, creative movement, and storytelling.Pututu focuses on Peruvian, Andean culture, and the Amazon Forest.
Children are invited to listen, respond, and take part in a shared musical journey.The performance features traditional instruments from the region – including the quena (flute), bombo (drum), chajchas (seed rattle), and quijada (donkey jaw) – and explores the sounds, rhythms, and stories connected to the forest and the highlands.
Early Years: Butterfly Doctor
Date: 13 August
Ages: 2-4 years @ 10.30am & 12pm
You've heard of Veterinarians, Dentists, Podiatrists, Surgeons … Medical doctors with specialities have special names. But, have you heard of The Lepidoctor? This is a doctor who mends and minds something very special indeed.
In this visual art and storytelling workshop little ones will make and mend beautiful paper wings.
Injured moths and butterflies come from far and wide to The Lepidoctors studio, and we really need your help. Using tools and insider tips and tricks of the trade you will discover the art of constructing handsome and delicate wings. The butterfly doctor and their insect patients will be pleased to celebrate you as an honorary, lifetime member of The Lepidoctors Club.