There was a great turnout for the many events which took place across Laois to mark Criuinniú na nÓg over the weekend.
Laois families enjoyed a range of events such as street theatre, workshops, screenings and readings all of which aimed to encourage young people and children to participate in culture and creativity.
Take a look through the photos from the events captured by photographers Alf Harvey and Jeff Harvey.
29. Mattie Dooley, Tomas Bond and Conor Devoy at the Singer/Song Writer Workshop in Abbeyleix Heritage House.
Alf Harvey.
30. Musician Ryan Shiel at the Singer/Song Writer Workshop in Abbeyleix Heritage House.
Alf Harvey.
31. Dave Sheehan from Creative School working with Charlie McEvoy and Tess Bennett at Brick Flix Motion Animation in Abbeyleix Library.
Alf Harvey.
32. Fiona Toomey and Lila Rogers at Brick Flix Motion Animation in Abbeyleix Library.
Alf Harvey.
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