One of Dublin's most popular libraries is set to throw a party this weekend to celebrate its 50th birthday.
Raheny Library opened its doors to the public in 1972 and there's going to be great fun for all ages on Saturday September 10 to mark the special day. Built at a cost of £65,000 at the time it was second of a series of branch libraries built by Dublin Corporation in the 1970s, preceded by Dolphin’s Barn and followed by Ballymun.
It is most famous for being part of the much loved Irish movie "The Snapper" which was filmed there in 1993 and includes cameos from staff who were working there at the time. In the coming months Raheny will become the second branch to offer My Open Library. This service allows users who register, to access the branch from 8 am to 10 pm, 365 days a year.
