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It brings together communities, families, organisations, cultural institutions, academics and enthusiasts, to build awareness about the value of heritage and support its conservation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Offaly Libraries has embraced the 2026 theme, <\/span><strong>&#8220;Heritage at Risk&#8221;<\/strong><span>, &nbsp;this year&#8217;s focus invites communities to explore, document, and protect endangered built, natural, and cultural heritage. 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