بهترین پادکست های Westmeath (2024)

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October 2024 29:41

27d ago29:41

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Caroline chats to Aidan Courtney and to Niall de Búrca about Childrens Book Festival. Aidan is a cartoonist, writer + part-time librarian in Clare. Uou can find Aidan on Twitter Niall is a scéalaí; a traditional storyteller from the west of Ireland. https://storyteller.ie/ Find out more about Children's Book Festival in Ireland Find out what events…

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How a Muskegon Detective Brought Down a Notorious Gangster 9:44

12d ago9:44

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On Halloween night 1925, Detective Charles Hammond of the Muskegon Police Department was tracking down a counterfeiter. At the time he had no idea his target was a notorious criminal known as Dutch Anderson. An ensuing confrontation between the two would leave both men dead. Listen in as we uncover the history of these two men and what happened tha…

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The Street Car Riot 14:29

26d ago14:29

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On August 5, 1919 tension and issues between the Muskegon Traction and Lighting Company, the City of Muskegon, and residents resulted in a large riot lasting the night. This riot would end up resulting in over 1 million dollars of damage today. Join us as we examine the events that led up to the street car riot, what happened that night, and the fa…

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The Erie L. Hackley 11:20

1M ago11:20

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The Erie L. Hackley was a steam ship that navigated throughout the Great Lakes. Listen in to learn about its creation, service, and its final fate. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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Kelly Brothers: Muskegon's Premier Wood Workers 7:05

2M ago7:05

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While you might not recognize their name, you have most likely seen their work. Kelly Brothers was the premier interior decorators and wood workers in the late 20th century. Their work includes Hackley Public Library and Charles Hackley's house. Listen in to hear about their achievements and history. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spo…

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September 2024 29:58

2M ago29:58

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Caroline chats to Colm from Mullingar Library about The Waking of Willie Ryan by John Broderick. This is Athlone's One Town One Book read as we celebrate the 100 years since the birth of John Broderick. They also discuss Sustainable Development Goals and libraries. Request The Waking of Willie Ryan from your library Download the ebook of The Waking…

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Mouth: A Lost Lumbering Legacy 10:20

2M ago10:20

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On the banks of the old White River was the small and at one point thriving village of Mouth. This early settlement lead the growth in White River but would vanish when the current White Lake Channel was constructed. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support…

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Westmeath and Pen Byrn: Two of North Muskegon's Prime Resorts 8:01

3M ago8:01

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After a boom in the lumbering industry led to huge growth in North Muskegon, it all started to fall apart when the sawmills began closing down. Facing huge challenges North Muskegon had to redefine itself, the savior would become the resort industry which brought tourist from all over to this small community and reinvigorated it. --- Support this p…

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In Your Nature Ep 55 - Eco Tourism (or is it?) 1:01:53

3M ago1:01:53

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Send us a text We all need a holiday from time to time but there's no doubt that travelling comes with a cost, and we're not just talking about to your bank balance! Travelling comes with an environmental impact but "eco-tourism" or "sustainable tourism" offers an opportunity to lower that impact significantly. However, with these terms becoming bu…

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Heritage Week 2024 23:34

3M ago23:34

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In this episode Caroline chats to Seamus O'Brien, editor of Westmeath: History and Society – interdisciplinary essays on the history of an Irish county about his latest project on the vernacular buildings of Westmeath. Anne and Lorna from the Aidan Heavey Library discuss some of the ways they are celebrating Heritage Week, which happens this August…

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In Your Nature Ep 54 - Global Birdfair 2024 1:01:49

3M ago1:01:49

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Send us a text This episode of In Your Nature comes from across the pond as Niall records from the 2024 Global Bird Fair in Rutland, United Kingdom. Known to many as "Glastonbury for birders", the Global Bird Fair sees conservation organisations, photographers, authors, artists ecotourism companies and many more join together to celebrate their sha…

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In Your Nature Ep 53 - Bats 45:17

3M ago45:17

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Send us a text Bats can sometimes get a bad rap but in this episode of the In Your Nature podcast, we hope to dispel some myths and shine a light on these truly remarkable creatures. For this conversation, we are joined by Bat Ecologist and Senior Projects Manager with Bat Conservation Ireland, Niamh Roche, who gives us an insight into the lives of…

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Muskegon and the 1893 Chicago World's Fair 14:28

3M ago14:28

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The 1893 World's Fair that took place in Chicago was a glorious spectacle that showcased many brand new inventions and innovations. The event drew millions to Chicago including many county residents. But Muskegon was also well represented in the fairs various displays and creations. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/…

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In Your Nature Ep 52 - Herons (Critter Shed Colab) 38:13

4M ago38:13

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Send us a text This episode of In Your Nature is another collaboration with Collie Ennis of The Critter Shed and this week, we're talking all about the Grey Heron! Although amphibian expert Collie has an understandably complex relationship with the Heron, this episode has given him a newfound respect for the species! While they're known as skilled …

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In Your Nature Ep 51 - Ticks, Mites and Flat Flies (Critter Shed Collab) 39:00

4M ago39:00

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Send us a text We know you'll be itching to listen to this episode, which is a collaboration with Collie Ennis of The Critter Shed. This week, we're talking all about, you guessed it, critters, though not the cute and cuddly kind. Ticks, fleas and flat flies are the focus of this conversation and while the thought of that might make your skin crawl…

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July 2024 13:32

4M ago13:32

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Celebrate Summer with Westmeath Libraries this July Summer Stars is well underway for all the children out there, and we also have a host of events for adults as well Summer Stars BorrowBox Join the library Library events Read the newsletter on Substackتوسط Westmeath Libraries

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The Name Game: Streets of Muskegon County III 4:48

4M ago4:48

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On part three of the Name Game: Streets of Muskegon County we are looking at a family history to find the origin of four Dalton Township roads, Ora, Nielwood, Eklund, and Nielsen. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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In Your Nature Ep 50 - Live from Wild Mind 48:59

4M ago48:59

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Send us a text In an In Your Nature first, this episode was recorded live with an audience from Wild Mind Festival in Fenit, County Kerry earlier this spring. Wild Mind is a festival that celebrates our natural environment, making it the perfect fit for a visit from In Your Nature. Picture this, Niall and Ricky sitting on hay bales on stage in a ar…

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Casnovia: Living on the Edge 6:24

4M ago6:24

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On the very edge of Muskegon County lies an interesting community know as Casnovia. This village is split right down main street between Muskegon and Kent Counties. Join us today us we discuss its history and the challenges and benefits of being divided in half. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support…

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Muskegon's Red Cross 13:18

5M ago13:18

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The Red Cross has a long history serving Michigan and also Muskegon. Today we examine that history, and look at some of the work the Red Cross has done and continues to do today. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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June 2024 in Westmeath Libraries 14:39

5M ago14:39

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All the news and events from Westmeath libraries, including our Library of Sanctuary award, Summer Stars, and exciting changes coming to Kilbeggan Library. Find out about our Cruinniu na nÓg events here Browse all of our upcoming events here Find contact details of your local library hereتوسط Westmeath Libraries

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A History of Hackley Day 9:06

6M ago9:06

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Every year on May 25 the Muskegon Community celebrates a local holiday, Hackley Day. This holiday has it roots with Hackley Public Library and Charles Hackley's philanthropy. It was created to remember and honor Charles Hackley for all he did and has done for Muskegon. Listen in to hear its story and how it is celebrated today. --- Support this pod…

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Everything comes from somewhere 29:54

6M ago29:54

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Lorna from the Aidan Heavey Library talks to Dr. John Gibney of the R.I.A.توسط Westmeath Libraries

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Athlone's favourite local historian 16:20

6M ago16:20

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Lorna from the Aidan Heavey Library Athlone chats to local historian, and former librarian Gearoid O'Brienتوسط Westmeath Libraries

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May 2024 in Westmeath Libraries 16:58

6M ago16:58

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May marks Bealtaine in the old Irish calendar, so Caroline shares a few traditional meanings and practices. As well as chatting about our upcoming news and events. You can visit our website at www.westmeathculture.ie or read our newsletter hereتوسط Westmeath Libraries

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Big Wheels on the Job 5:39

6M ago5:39

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Before the invention of the Big Wheel, lumbering was primarily carried out in winter. With the introduction of Big Wheels though, lumbering could flourish year round. Listen in to learn about the history, construction, and use of these oversized wheels and how they transformed our state. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/…

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Linking the past and the future 19:16

6M ago19:16

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Edel talks to Alma Clavin about her Repair Acts project and how the past can help us today. RepairActs.ie Creative Ireland The Years Between: Moate Co Westmeath 1956-2006 by Vera Hughes The Schools Collection - Dúchas Ask in your local library about the Thom's directory or Slater's Commercial directory…

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You don't think of Mullingar and the Yeti in the same sentence 14:32

6M ago14:32

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In this episode Lorna talks to Ian Keneally who has worked as Historian in Residence with Westmeath County Council commemorating the Decade of Centenaries. Relevant links Westmeath's Decade of Centenary blog The Revolution Papers RTE's The History Show Everest 1921 online exhibition The paper wall : newspapers and propaganda in Ireland 1919-1921 / …

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Port Sherman the Channel Community 5:13

6M ago5:13

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Before Muskegon was unified into a larger city, many smaller communities existed. Port Sherman was one such area. Located on the Muskegon Channel, Port Sherman served as the first point of contact for boats coming into harbor and was home of many sailors, fishermen, and tugboat operators. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod…

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It's like a buzz, like an adrenaline kick, and it's actually amazing 20:37

6M ago20:37

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In today's episode Edel Scally talks to Jason McKevitt about his love of history, and where it came from.توسط Westmeath Libraries

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My god, are all these my books 25:24

7M ago25:24

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In this episode Dr. John Gibney and Gearoid O'Brien discuss the Aidan Heavey Collection - one of the finest collections of rare books in Ireland. This is the collection that gives Athlone Library its name; the Aidan Heavey Library, Athlone.توسط Westmeath Libraries

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April in Westmeath Libraries 33:35

7M ago33:35

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From Spring Into Storytime to local history podcasts, there is so much happening in our libraries this April.توسط Westmeath Libraries

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Miss America and Muskegon 11:38

7M ago11:38

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Listen in to learn about the history of this program and its local ties right here in Muskegon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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Local history is local knowledge as well as the official records 10:02

7M ago10:02

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In today's episode Edel talks to Gretta Connell. Gretta worked for many years with Westmeath Libraries, and since her retirement is even busier with local history queries. Her book A Guide to tracing your Westmeath ancestors is a great help for anyone interested in researching their own family history.…

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Would you not go out to the graveyard and dig up a good, old, decent Fenian 21:17

7M ago21:17

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Lorna from the Aidan Heavey Library, Athlone talks to Eamonn Hughes about his life as a teacher, the value of primary sources, and his most recent project.توسط Westmeath Libraries

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Trent a Muskegon Ghost Town 10:09

7M ago10:09

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In the 1800s many small communities came together in Muskegon County, with places such as Muskegon, Whitehall, and Ravenna. While these communities grew and remain today, not all did. Located on Crockery Creek a small village named Trent would flourish in the 1800s, but would eventually disappear off the map entirely by the 1970s. What happened to …

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We're probably the only town that's been invaded by an entire army of ghosts 12:57

7M ago12:57

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Edel chats to local historian Ruth Illingworth about her projects and research. Including some of her favourite stories from the town.توسط Westmeath Libraries

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"I was always very interested in graveyards" 11:21

8M ago11:21

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Ann McDermott chats to Lorna Farrell from Westmeath Libraries about her interest in local history, and how her work in the library brings her new questions every day.توسط Westmeath Libraries

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Muskegon During the Great Depression 17:40

8M ago17:40

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The Great Depression caused upheaval throughout the United States, Muskegon being no exception. Today we look at the impact of the depression in Muskegon and how resident coped with the tough times. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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March 2024 in Westmeath Libraries 22:38

8M ago22:38

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This month we are celebrating International Women's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Astronomy Week Ireland, and more. Listen for all our upcoming eventsتوسط Westmeath Libraries

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Muskegon's Muskrat Love 27:05

8M ago27:05

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Did you know that Muskegon County was home to several muskrat farms in the 1920s and 30s? Listen in to learn about the muskrat and why farming them became the newest fad in the early 20th century. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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When Milk Came to You: A History of Sanitary Dairy 7:33

9M ago7:33

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Today we examine the history of one of the most prominent milk delivery companies in the area as we look at the history of Sanitary Dairy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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February 2024 18:31

9M ago18:31

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News and Events from Westmeath Libraries for February 2024, featuring Ireland Reads, Book Clubs, Warhammer, Teen Advisory Board and much much more. Remember, all the details for these events can be found on our events page on www.westmeathculture.ie or sign up for our monthly newsletter - https://westmeathlibraries.substack.com/p/february-2024…

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A History of North Muskegon 8:01

9M ago8:01

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Lumbering was the cornerstone for many cities big and small in Michigan. Today's episode will cover how one of these cities was formed and how it adapted after lumbering ended. Join us as we examine the history of North Muskegon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support…

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January 2024 13:32

10M ago13:32

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Happy New Year everyone. Here is a round up of our news and events for January 2024.توسط Westmeath Libraries

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The Life and Legacy of L.C. Walker 8:36

10M ago8:36

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L.C. Walker alongside business partner Arch Wilkinson Shaw founded Shaw-Walker a furniture company which would become a nation leading brand. Walker and his family would also become great philanthropists in the area, a legacy which still helps provide for much in the area. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-ho…

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The Last of the Lumber Barons 8:07

10M ago8:07

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By the early 1900s most sawmills on Muskegon Lake had closed down, however the sound of wood being cut could still be heard as a few sawmills remained in business. One of the last to operate was that run by James Gow. Today we look at his life and how he managed to become the last operating lumber baron in Muskegon. --- Support this podcast: https:…

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In Your Nature Ep 49 - What's at Santa's Bird Table 38:00

11M ago38:00

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Send us a text In our end of year Christmas Special, Niall and Ricky consider what birds Santa might be enjoying at his bird table in an exploration of some of the hardiest species that call Finnish Lapland home. There is something in Santa’s bag for everyone in this episode, from fit finches to tough tits and canny corvids! We hope you enjoy it, t…

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In Your Nature Ep 48 - The New Invasives 59:33

11M ago59:33

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Send us a text This week In Your Nature focuses on the topic of invasive species, looking specifically at two new kids on the block, the Quagga Mussel and the Alpine Newt*, two recently discovered unwelcome colonisers! Ricky speaks to alien invasive species expert Dr. Jan-Robert Baars, Lecturer and Assistant Professor at the School of Biology and E…

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December 2023 24:36

11M ago24:36

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Hello and welcome to Westmeath Libraries' podcast. My name is Caroline Barry. Can you believe we're in the month of December, December 2023? So we're leading up to Christmas. And naturally here in Westmeath Libraries we have lots planned for younger people, toddlers and tots and primary school children and some older children as well. So stay tuned…

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