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Highlights

Highlight tile 1 - Events

Events for the whole family, including crafts, Storytimes, knitting, online Mindfulness and Yoga, IT sessions and lots more. All for free so check out the Events timetable!
Highlight tile 2 - A student doing some Virtual Learning

Top exam tips, how to cope with stress and managing time on the Libraries NI Learning Hub provided by The Open University. Find out more
Highlight tile 3 - digital e-Magazines about Cycling. Borrow now

Discover the thrill of the ride with our eMagazines on Cycling - packed with expert tips, the latest gear reviews and inspiring stories. Suitable for casual riders and seasoned pros! Borrow now
Highlight tile 4 - News e-Magazines available to borrow from Libraries NI

Keep up to date with global news, culture and politics with these eMagazines. Borrow now for free!

Features

A photo of some U Boats

Strathfoyle Library is inviting the local community to a special event on Tuesday 13 May from 10:30am to 12:30pm, to mark the 80th anniversary of the Lisahally U-Boat surrender. Find out more

Unleash your child's inner inventor with the BBC Micro:bit, a pocket-sized computer that makes code fun and accessible. Available to borrow in libraries. Find out more

eMag of the Week is Poets & Writers Magazine - provocative essays on literary life and practical guidance for those pursuing writing careers! Borrow and download now
Feature tile 4 - Go On IT sessions in libraries

Go On sessions during May to help you with your IT needs. These free sessions include how to use an iPad and 1-2-1 clinics. Find out more
Feature tile 5 - digital e-Newspapers available to borrow for free from Libraries NI

Explore a world of knowledge at your fingertips - borrow digital eNewspapers from Libraries NI and stay informed anytime, anywhere!
Feature tile 6 - Golf e-Magazines. Borrow now

Golf eMagazines - it's that time of year when you can hit the greens! Elevate your golfing experience and expertise with these eMagazines! Borrow now

Book Recommendations

Staff Picks, favourites and reviews!


Book cover of Breasts And Eggs By Mieko Kawakami

Breasts And Eggs by Mieko Kawakami

Breasts and Eggs by Mieko Kawakami is a profound exploration of contemporary womanhood in Japan, delving into themes of body image, motherhood, and societal expectations. The novel is divided into two parts, each focusing on the life of Natsuko, a Tokyo-based writer. 

In the first part, Natsuko's sister Makiko visits Tokyo for a breast enhancement consultation, bringing along her adolescent daughter, Midoriko. Through Midoriko's diary entries, we gain insight into her struggles with puberty and her mother's obsession with plastic…

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Book Cover Of The Ancients By John Larison

The Ancients by John Larison

The Ancients by John Larison is a thought-provoking and richly imagined dystopian novel that explores themes of survival, resilience, and the human spirit in a world ravaged by climate change. Larison's storytelling is both poetic and gripping, drawing readers into a future where humanity must navigate the remnants of a once-thriving civilization.

In The Ancients, the story unfolds in a climate-changed world where humanity's descendants struggle to survive. A young boy and his older sisters find themselves alone in an abandoned…
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