| Event Name | Event Details | Library | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Family Fun Day |
Join us for our Family Fun Day one Saturday a month from 10:30am - 12:30pm.
Please contact the library for specific dates. t: 028 9050 9216 |
Holywood Arches Library | 03/05/2025 10:30am | 06/06/2026 12:30pm | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| 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. Storytime sessions help children aged 4 - 8 years develop a love of books, improve their listening skills, inspire creativity and feeds their imagination. Join our friendly staff as they read popular books and introduce children to a whole range of different authors. Children 4 - 8 years must be accompanied by an adult. Booking Essential. Contact: Ross Henderson t: 028 9050 9216 |
Holywood Arches Library | 06/05/2025 3:30pm | 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. |
| Cryptic Corner |
Every Wednesday. Keep your mind active, relax with puzzles, crosswords and sudokus in good company. |
Holywood Arches Library | 07/05/2025 10:30am | 24/06/2026 11:30am | 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. Booking required - contact staff for details. Knit and Natter groups are for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. They are free of charge to attend and participants have the opportunity to share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Friday from 10:30am - 11:00am. Booking required - contact staff for details. 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! |
Holywood Arches Library | 09/05/2025 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. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Monday from 10:00am - 11:00pm. 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 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Monday from 10:30am - 11:00am. Booking required - contact staff for details. 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! |
Holywood Arches Library | 12/05/2025 10:30am | 22/06/2026 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. |
| Mindful Colouring |
Every Monday from 10:30am until 11:30am. Reduce the stress of every day life through meditative colouring and tea. Ask staff for details. Contact: Ross Henderson t: 028 9050 9216 |
Holywood Arches Library | 12/05/2025 10:30am | 22/06/2026 11:30am | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Swashbuckling Stories! |
Celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day with swashbuckling stories and a pirate craft sessions at Holywood Arches. Suitable for children aged 4 - 12 years; children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential; contact: |
Holywood Arches Library | 19/09/2025 3:30pm | 19/09/2025 4:30pm | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Macmillan Coffee Morning |
Join us for a chat, a coffee and some cake, all for a great charity. Booking not required. |
Holywood Arches Library | 26/09/2025 10:00am | 26/09/2025 1:00pm | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Step into the Wardrobe! |
A Narnia themed Storytime and craft session. |
Holywood Arches Library | 21/10/2025 3:30pm | 21/10/2025 4:30pm | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Book Character Costume Parade |
Celebrate Book Week NI by dressing up as your favourite characters for a special Storytime! |
Holywood Arches Library | 24/10/2025 3:30pm | 24/10/2025 4:30pm | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
Events
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
Libraries host a wide variety of events so check out what's on offer for free and maybe give something new a go!
Macmillan Coffee Mornings in libraries
Macmillan Coffee Mornings in libraries over the coming weeks as part of the 2025 Macmillan Coffee Morning on Friday 26 September. Find one near you!
Book Week NI
Book Week NI returns from Monday 20 October to Sunday 26 October 2025, and this year is our ten-year anniversary! Join in the celebration.
Online Pilates Events
Join us for a series of FREE online Pilates classes every Wednesday from 10 September. Register one time to attend any session in the series.
Mindfulness online via Zoom
Our mindfulness programme aims to improve your mental health, reduce stress and enhance overall well-being. Join us on Tuesdays from April to October.
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
For children aged up to 4, fun free sessions with nursery rhymes, singing and play to build language and literacy.
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 groups for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch and crafts. Share tips, learn skills and meet people. Everyone is welcome.
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
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 groups for adults provide the opportunity to meet people, socialise and discuss the news while enjoying tea/coffee and biscuits.
Adult Reading Groups
Join one of our reading groups for free.
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
We have exhibitions that are open to the public and in various locations.