Events

Events

Find events taking place at your local branch library
Find events taking place at your local branch library

There is an events timetable on each library page; click See Events below and then select your library.

Book Week NI Events - October 2024
Book Week NI Events - October 2024

Book Week NI returns 21-27 October, its 9th year as a key event in Northern Ireland. Check out the week's events, a mix for children and adults!

Online Yoga Sessions
Online Yoga Sessions

Weekly online sessions, designed for all levels. Suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners; our 21-session program is divided into six series

Get Online Week
Get Online Week

Join us for Get Online Week 2024 from Monday 14 to Sunday 20 October and discover your digital potential!

Mindfulness online via Zoom
Mindfulness online via Zoom

Our mindfulness programme aims to improve your mental health, reduce stress and enhance overall well-being. Join us every Tuesday at 11am from 17 Sept

Go On
Go On

Computer and tablet skills classes for adults to help with every day tasks. Go Ons usually take place in libraries; click See Events for more info.

Featured Events
Featured Events

Libraries host a wide variety of events so check out what's on offer for free and maybe give something new a go!

Rhythm and Rhyme
Rhythm and Rhyme

For children aged up to 4, fun free sessions with nursery rhymes, singing and play to build language and literacy.

Storytime
Storytime

Storytime sessions help children aged 4-8 yrs develop a love of books, improve their listening skills, inspire creativity and feeds their imagination.

Knit and Natter
Knit and Natter

Knit and Natter groups for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch and crafts. Share tips, learn skills and meet people. Everyone is welcome.

Lego Club
Lego Club

Lego building fun! Children can boost their problem solving, focus, spatial and social skills. Suitable for 5+ yrs (must be accompanied by an adult).

Mindful Colouring
Mindful Colouring

Improve your well-being and free your mind from anxiety and stress. Enjoy meditative colouring of intricate patterns and designs; suitable for adults.

Tea and Newspapers
Tea and Newspapers

Tea and Newspapers groups for adults provide the opportunity to meet people, socialise and discuss the news while enjoying tea/coffee and biscuits.

Adult Reading Groups
Adult Reading Groups

Join one of our reading groups for free.

Junior and Teenage Reading Groups
Junior and Teenage Reading Groups

A great way to improve literacy and make friends. Children can join one of our reading groups for free.

Exhibitions
Exhibitions

We have exhibitions that are open to the public and in various locations.

All Events



View all Virtual Library events

Event Name Event Details Library Start Date & Time End Date & Time Booking
Go On - Newspaper Library One to One Sessions
Find out about our extensive collection in the Newspaper Library and how to use it.
 
Booking essential.
t:  028 9050 9150
Belfast Central Library 04/04/2024 09:30 AM 12/12/2024 04:00 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Go On - 1-2-1 eClinics

1-2-1 eClinic - IT help for beginners: help with your mobile device, general IT assistance, information about library e-services.

 

Sessions available on 18 August, 16 September, 14 October and 18 November from 10:00am - 4:00pm.

 

Telephone to book your place. 

t: 028 2827 7047

Larne Library 18/08/2024 10:00 AM 18/11/2024 04:00 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Go On - Introduction to the Cloud

Introduction to the Cloud – A basic introduction to Cloud storage.


t: 028 3832 3912

Lurgan Library 22/10/2024 02:00 PM 22/10/2024 04:00 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Go On - Meet Kubo

Kubo: Meet Kubo the robot!  Learn the basics of coding with an interactive game that helps Kubo get to school, play football and go to the shops.   

 

Suitable for 4-10 year olds. 
t: 028 9085 4789

Cloughfern Library 22/10/2024 03:30 PM 22/10/2024 04:30 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Go On - eMagazines and eBooks

eMagazines and eBooks - Find out how to access free eBooks and eMagazines on your mobile device.  


t:  028 3026 4683

Newry City Library 23/10/2024 10:30 AM 23/10/2024 12:30 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Go On - eBooks and eMagazines

eBooks and eMagazines: Find out how to access free eBooks and eMagazines on your mobile device.

 

t: 028 2766 3589

Ballymoney Library 23/10/2024 02:00 PM 23/10/2024 04:00 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Go On - Family History

Family History: learn how to trace the history of your house and see what stories you’ll uncover. 


t: 028 3884 0694

Tandragee Library 23/10/2024 02:00 PM 23/10/2024 04:00 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Go On - 8-12 year olds Hour of Code

Teaching children the basics of coding through interactive games. Help Kubo get to school, play football, and explore the shops!

 

Whether you're into crafting, building, or tech adventures, there's something for everyone!
t: 028 9085 4789

Cloughfern Library 24/10/2024 03:30 PM 24/10/2024 04:30 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Go On - Family History

Family History: Irish birth, death and marriage civil records for beginners. Learn how to use the free website Irish Genealogy to research your family history.  


t: 028 9266 9345

Lisburn City Library 25/10/2024 11:00 AM 25/10/2024 01:00 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Go On - 1-2-1 eClinic
IT help for beginners. Bring along your tablet, phone or iPad and give it a go.

t: 028 8774 0569
Coalisland Library 28/10/2024 10:00 AM 28/10/2024 04:00 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Go On - 1-2-1 eClinic

1-2-1 eClinic - IT help for beginners: help with your mobile device, general IT assistance, information about library e-services. 


t: 028 9070 1620

Newtownbreda Library 28/10/2024 10:00 AM 28/10/2024 04:00 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Go On - 1-2-1 eClinic
1-2-1 eClinic - IT help for beginners: help with your mobile device, general IT assistance, information about library e-services. 

t: 028 9266 9345
Lisburn City Library 29/10/2024 10:00 AM 29/10/2024 04:00 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Go On - 1-2-1 eClinic
1-2-1 eClinic - IT help for beginners: help with your mobile device, general IT assistance, information about library e-services.

t: 028 7034 2561
Coleraine Library 29/10/2024 10:00 AM 29/10/2024 01:00 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Go On - Introduction to Galaxy Tablet

If you have a Galaxy Tablet and want to learn how to use it, then this is for you!

t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Ballycastle Library 30/10/2024 10:30 AM 30/10/2024 12:30 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Go On - 1-2-1 e-Clinic
1-2-1 eClinic - IT help for beginners: help with your mobile device, general IT assistance, information about library e-services.

t: 028 4372 2710
Newcastle Library 30/10/2024 01:30 PM 30/10/2024 04:30 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Go On - Shopping Online

Shopping Online – Learn the basics of shopping securely online. 


t: 028 9048 3994

Dundonald Library 04/11/2024 02:30 PM 04/11/2024 04:30 PM See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.