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.

The Big Family Switch Off
The Big Family Switch Off

This Mental Health Awareness Week (Monday 12 May to Sunday 18 May 2025), Libraries NI is inviting families to join The Big Family Switch Off.

Online Yoga Sessions
Online Yoga Sessions

Weekly online sessions, designed for all levels. Suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners. Register now!

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.

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 on Tuesdays from April to October.

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



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Event Name Event Details Library Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Mindful Colouring
Available during library opening hours.
 
Mindful Colouring groups are for anyone who wants to explore the world of adult colouring with intricate colouring patterns and designs. They can enhance well-being, help calm the mind and relieve stress through relaxed, meditative colouring in.
Omagh Library 02/12/2024 9:00am 26/06/2025 5:30pm 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
Available during opening hours.
 
There will be puzzles available in the Cryptic Corner of the library. Everyone is welcome to call in and have a go at solving them.
Omagh Library 02/12/2024 9:00am 27/06/2025 5:30pm 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 to 11:00am.

Everyone welcome.

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.
Omagh Library 02/12/2024 10:00am 23/06/2025 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

Weekly:
Tuesday 9:30am – 10:00am
Wednesday 11:00am – 11:30am
Thursday 11:00am – 11:30am
 


Rhymes and stories for children aged 0 – 4 years old (accompanied by a carer).

 

Booking essential.

Ring from Saturday to book a session for the following week.
t: 028 8244 0833

 

Omagh Library 03/12/2024 9:30am 27/06/2025 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 Tuesday from 6:30pm - 8:00pm.


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.

 

Everyone Welcome.

Omagh Library 03/12/2024 6:30pm 24/06/2025 8:00pm 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 Wednesday from 10:00am to 11:00am.

Everyone welcome.

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.
Omagh Library 04/12/2024 10:00am 25/06/2025 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.
Memory Lane

For adults diagnosed with early onset dementia – a chance to meet and talk.  

 

Meeting fortnightly from 1:30pm - 3:00pm.

Booking essential.
t: 028 8244 0733

Omagh Library 04/12/2024 1:30pm 25/06/2025 3:00pm 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 Thursday from 10:00am to 11:00am.

Everyone welcome.

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.
Omagh Library 05/12/2024 10:00am 26/06/2025 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.
Knit and Natter
Every Friday from 10:30am to 12:30pm.

Everyone welcome.

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.
Omagh Library 06/12/2024 10:30am 27/06/2025 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.
Board Game and Jigsaw Saturday

Don’t be bored! Get a board!

 

Drop in and challenge yourself, a friend or family member to one of our board games or jigsaws.

 

Everyone welcome.

Omagh Library 07/12/2024 10:00am 28/06/2025 3:00pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Afternoon Book Group
Adult Reading Groups are a great opportunity for members to join in some lively literary discussions in a relaxed, friendly environment. The groups encourage people to read for pleasure, share their enthusiasm and express opinions about books and their authors.

Meeting on the 3rd Tuesday of the month (excluding July and August)
Omagh Library 17/12/2024 3:00pm 17/06/2025 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.
Yoga Online

Let us take care of the technology for you! Come with friends and join us in Omagh Library for these online sessions.  

 

Join us for a transformative journey through yoga with our weekly online sessions, designed for all levels.  Whether you’re a beginner or experienced practitioner, our programme is divided into monthly themes, each focusing on a unique aspect of yoga practice.  

Come along when you can!

 

Bring a yoga mat if you have one (a towel works too), and wear comfortable clothes you can move in.

Omagh Library 03/04/2025 11:00am 07/08/2025 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.
Lego Club

Blocks of fun for all the family!

 

Unleash your child’s imagination through building blocks - Duplo for the younger children and Lego for the older children.

 

Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent/carer.

Omagh Library 04/04/2025 3:45pm 27/06/2025 4:45pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Art of Life Creative Exercises

Join Art of Life Creative Artist Briege Mc Clean and "have a go" at some fun creative exercises - no previous artistic experience required! This "drop-in" experience demonstrates the value of your own life experiences and unique wisdom as we share stories, write words and listen to each other. 

 

This workshop forms part of Art of Life programme, using creativity to normalise conversations around death, dying and end of life care. Briege is a trained facilitator and this is a gentle, safe space for participants held on Advance Care Planning Day. 

 

We keep it very light and non intrusive, people can share their stories, or not. This project is funded by Creative Ireland - Shared Island and Cavan County Council through Creative Cavan.

Omagh Library 07/05/2025 2:00pm 07/05/2025 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.
Mental Health Awareness Week: Game On!

Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week with the launch of a new weekly activity for adults – Game On!

 

Game On! will help you beat the Monday blues by giving you the chance to get out of the house and challenge yourself, or others, to a game of cards or play a board game.  

 

Tea / Coffee will be available with proceeds today going to Action Mental Health.

Everyone welcome

Omagh Library 12/05/2025 2:00pm 12/05/2025 3:00pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
The Big Family Switch Off

This Mental Health Awareness Week we’re inviting families to press pause on digital distractions and rediscover the joy of shared time in the library - have fun with stories, colouring in, games, and jigsaws!!

 

Everyone welcome.

Omagh Library 17/05/2025 10:00am 17/05/2025 3:00pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Big Purple Picnic

Supporting Mental Health Awareness Week with a Big Purple Picnic – pop in for a cup of tea / coffee, relax with mindful colouring or get caught up with a jigsaw.

  

Wear purple and support Action Mental Health if you wish.

 

Everyone welcome.

Omagh Library 17/05/2025 10:00am 17/05/2025 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.
Go On 1-2-1 eClinic

Book in for a 1-1 session if you need help with your mobile device, general IT assistance, information about library e-services.

Sessions last 45 minutes.

 

Booking essential.

t: 028 8244 0733


 
Omagh Library 19/05/2025 10:00am 19/05/2025 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.
Financial Wellbeing – Community Information and Support

A variety of local organisations will have stands set up in Omagh Library to provide information and support on topics relating to: benefits and financial support; money and budgeting; housing and cost of living. 

 

Everyone welcome to drop in and find out more about what's available in our community! 

 

Booking not required. 

Omagh Library 28/05/2025 10:00am 28/05/2025 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.
Financial Wellbeing – Community Information and Support

A variety of local organisations will have stands set up in Omagh Library to provide information and support on topics relating to: benefits and financial support; money and budgeting; housing and cost of living. Everyone welcome to drop in and find out more about what's available in our community!

Booking not required.

Omagh Library 28/05/2025 10:00am 28/05/2025 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.
Inspired Touring Exhibition

This exhibition will be available to view during normal opening hours.
Inspire, the mental health and wellbeing charity, is marking its 65th anniversary with a poignant and powerful exhibition, INSPIRED, bringing together the stories of its service users and staff.
The multi-media exhibition consists of everyday items, each belonging to one individual and prompting a story or memory of a specific point in their life. Each seemingly mundane article (a set of car jump leads, a 1970s iron, a pair of running shoes, a front door key) has a deeply personal story conveyed through audio narration by the story-tellers themselves. Each shares intimate reflections on their experiences, reflects on their past and, with support from Inspire, looks ahead to the future. 

Omagh Library 24/10/2025 9:00am 25/11/2025 5:00pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, simply call into the library at the time of the event.