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.

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!

Events this Easter
Events this Easter

From colourful craft sessions and creative workshops to Storytimes and scavenger hunts. There’s something for children of all ages to enjoy.

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.

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


Event Name Event Details Library Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Lego Club

First Saturday of the month from 11:00am - 12:00noon.

 

Join us for some Lego building fun.

 

t: 028 9050 9216

Holywood Arches Library 03/05/2025 11:00am 06/06/2026 12 noon See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Storytime
Every Tuesday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm
 

Storytime develops children’s listening skills, inspires their creativity, and feeds their imagination. Storytime will introduce your children to new books and authors and will nourish their love for reading.


Children aged 4+. Must be accompanied by an adult.

Want to know more? 


t: 028 9050 9216
e: Holywoodarches.library@librariesni.org.uk



 

Holywood Arches Library 06/05/2025 3:00pm 23/06/2026 4:00pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Knit and Natter
Every Thursday from 10:30am - 12:00noon.

Knit and Natter groups are for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch, and other crafts. Swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills, all with complementary tea and coffee. Members can bring along a project they are already working on or can start something new.
Holywood Arches Library 08/05/2025 10:30am 25/06/2026 12 noon See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Tea and Newspapers
Every Monday from 10:00am - 12 noon.

Tea and Newspapers groups give adults the opportunity to meet new people, socialise and discuss local and national affairs in the newspapers while enjoying complimentary tea/coffee and biscuits.
Holywood Arches Library 12/05/2025 10:00am 22/06/2026 12 noon See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Puzzle Club

Wednesdays from 10:00am – 12 noon 
Grab a cuppa with your crossword, quiz, or sudoku. Solo solve, or team up with other puzzlers. 

Holywood Arches Library 19/11/2025 10:00am 24/06/2026 12 noon See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Rhythm and Rhyme
Every Monday and Friday from 10:30am - 11:00am.

Rhythm and Rhyme sessions introduce parents and children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories.

Each session offers an entertaining opportunity for children to engage with others, provides a good foundation to develop their reading, listening and language skills and of course to have lots of fun!
 

Booking advisable – call 028 9050 9216

Holywood Arches Library 24/11/2025 10:30am 26/06/2026 11:00am See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Easter Family Funday Egg’stravaganza

Friday 10 April 10:00am – 4:00pm
Easter Family Funday Egg’stravaganza
Join us for stories and crafts, scavenger hunt and games
Booking recommended.
t: 028 9050 9216
 

Holywood Arches Library 10/04/2026 10:00am 10/04/2026 4:00pm 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.

Booking essential.
t: 028 9050 9216
e: holywoodarches.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Holywood Arches Library 22/04/2026 10:00am 22/04/2026 12 noon See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.