'Harry Potter Day' being celebrated at Maynooth Library today with activities and movie screening

By Kim O'Leary For many fans of J.K. Rowling's acclaimed 'Harry Potter' series, the magic lives on with young Kildare fans being invited to celebrate the Boy Who Lived and his magical adventures for an evening of fun, drama and adventure. 'Harry Potter Day' is being celebrated at Maynooth Community Library today as both J.K. Rowling and her beloved fictional character share their birthdays on July 31, and to celebrate there will be a number of exciting activities taking place including a selection of stories from Beedle the Bard for youngsters aged 7+ from 2.30pm-3pm. Meanwhile, later in the evening there will be a screening of the Harry Potter movies suitable for youngsters aged 8+/PG from 5.30pm to 8pm. Open to all but recommenced age rating of P.G., or 7+ as there are some scary scenes and the film is quite long, and no booking is required.