Big Summer Read 2025 Events
As part of the Big Summer Read, libraries throughout July and August will be hosting a wide range of creative workshops, hands-on activities, and fun sessions to keep young minds busy and imaginations buzzing during the school holidays. Check out the free events taking place in your local library below.
While you're in the library, don’t forget to pick up your Big Summer Read poster and join the reading adventure—it’s a great way to encourage regular reading over the summer.
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Library | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jungles and Oceans Afternoon |
Come along for some fun and colouring in as we venture into a world of adventure. Collect your very own colouring book.
Monday 11, Tuesday 12, Wednesday 13 and Thursday 14 August from 2:30pm - 4:00pm. |
11/08/2025 2:30pm | 14/08/2025 4:00pm | Greystone Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Wormholes and Words: Design a Time-Travel Bookmark |
Craft your own unique bookmark—perfect for marking your summer reading progress. |
12/08/2025 10:00am | 12/08/2025 5:00pm | Whitehead Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Treasure Hunt- Bessbrook History |
How many pieces of Bessbrook history can you find? find pieces and claim your prize at the desk!
Available during library opening hours. |
12/08/2025 10:00am | 12/08/2025 5:00pm | Bessbrook Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Spot the dangers board game and activity sheets |
Spot the dangers at home, on the beach, on the river activity sheets and board game. |
12/08/2025 10:00am | 12/08/2025 5:00pm | Castlewellan Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Magic Carpet Story Time |
Listen to your favourite stories both classical and modern. |
12/08/2025 11:00am | 12/08/2025 12 noon | Newcastle Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Around the World Travel! |
Join our global story circle and create your own flag for your imaginary country!
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking essential. t: 028 6862 1383 |
12/08/2025 11:00am | 12/08/2025 12 noon | Irvinestown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Threads of Time: Intergenerational Storytime |
Join us for an intergenerational Storytime, family members and friends of all ages welcome.
From 12 noon - 1:00pm and 3:00pm - 4:00pm. |
12/08/2025 12 noon | 12/08/2025 4:00pm | Belfast Central Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Time Travel Playdough Craft |
Come along to Cushendall Library and help us celebrate the past wonders of the world by going on an archaeological dig. Follow our staff as they show you how to make your own playdough, before hiding some objects in the playdough all ready to be dug up in an archaeological exploration as part of our Big Summer Read celebrations.
From 1:30pm - 2:30pm Booking essential. t: 028 2177 1297 |
12/08/2025 1:30pm | 12/08/2025 2:30pm | Cushendall Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Create Your Own Chinese Lantern and Storytime |
Inspired by the magical Ning and the Night Spirits, this session explores light, courage, and creativity. After Storytime, children will make Chinese paper lanterns to take home.
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking advised. t: 028 8952 1409 |
12/08/2025 1:30pm | 12/08/2025 2:30pm | Fivemiletown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Library visit from Mary the miniature Shetland Pony |
Come along and meet Mary the miniature Shetland pony, have a go at grooming and leading her through the library. |
12/08/2025 2:00pm | 12/08/2025 3:00pm | Saintfield Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Children Love Reading! |
Stories and Craft Session. |
12/08/2025 2:00pm | 12/08/2025 3:00pm | Downpatrick Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Recycled Robots |
Build your own robot and bring recycled materials too! |
12/08/2025 2:00pm | 12/08/2025 3:00pm | Finaghy Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Make the staff laugh |
Make the staff laugh in Cookstown by telling us your best (or worst) joke. Add you favourite joke to the joke jar and the staff will vote for the very best joke which will take pride of place on our joke table followed by a story and colour.
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking not required. |
12/08/2025 2:00pm | 12/08/2025 3:00pm | Cookstown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| The World at War |
Step into the shoes of those during the wars through stories and make a medal after your journey.
For children aged 5-11 years. Booking essential. t: 028 9050 9204 |
12/08/2025 2:00pm | 12/08/2025 3:00pm | Ballyhackamore Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Ask A Librarian! |
Book recommendation clinic. If you're struggling with certain challenges or need some recommendations, drop in today to ask the librarians.
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking not required. |
12/08/2025 2:00pm | 12/08/2025 5:00pm | Tandragee Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Storytime and Craft |
Continue your time travelling adventures with Storytime and craft. Where and when will we be today? Walking with dinosaurs? Driving a space car? Book your place to find out!
t: 028 8244 0733 |
12/08/2025 2:00pm | 12/08/2025 3:00pm | Omagh Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Robots |
Robot craft and meet Kubo for coding. |
12/08/2025 2:00pm | 12/08/2025 3:00pm | Draperstown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Top Secret: Library Agents |
Report to the Recruitment Station and become a top-secret spy-in-training! At Spy School, new agents will receive their own ID cards with codenames and mysterious missions. |
12/08/2025 2:00pm | 12/08/2025 3:00pm | Whiterock Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Bookie Bookworm Reading Adventure |
Come along and spend some time with Bookie Bookworm. Create your own and take him on your reading adventure.
Booking not required. |
12/08/2025 2:00pm | 12/08/2025 4:00pm | Rathcoole Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Summer Bubble Fun |
Join Toni for Summer Bubble fun.
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12/08/2025 2:30pm | 12/08/2025 3:30pm | Ballynahinch Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read - The Gruffalo Storytime Special |
What to read? The decision is out of your hands! Portrush Library invites children aged 4-11 years to come along to our Librarians Choice Gruffalo Storytime special, where we will explore some wonderful stories about our friend The Gruffalo. Are you afraid of The Gruffalo??
From 2:30pm - 3:00pm Booking not required. |
12/08/2025 2:30pm | 12/08/2025 3:00pm | Portrush Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Storytime and Book Bunting |
Celebrate favourite books throughout time and create book bunting while you listen to a classic tale!
For children aged 6-9 years. Booking essential. t: 028 9269 2280 |
12/08/2025 2:30pm | 12/08/2025 3:30pm | Dromore Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Play Through the Ages: Games from the Past |
Join us for a hands-on session of traditional playground games and classic fun from generations gone by.
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking not required. |
12/08/2025 3:00pm | 12/08/2025 4:00pm | Carnlough Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| The Bookworms Time Machine |
Travel through time by writing a letter to your future self.
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking advised. t: 028 8166 2060
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12/08/2025 3:00pm | 12/08/2025 4:00pm | Newtownstewart Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Lego-Medieval and Fairytale Castles |
You are invited to Kilrea Library to build your very own fantasy Medieval or Fairy-tale castle (especially for your favourite fantasy character you've been reading about). Delve into our huge stock of Lego or Duplo bricks and bring your imagination to life.
From 4:00pm - 4:45pm. Booking not required. |
12/08/2025 4:00pm | 12/08/2025 4:45pm | Kilrea Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Storytime and Craft - Robots |
Join us for a Robot themed story, followed by a fun craft where we will make our own robots! |
12/08/2025 5:00pm | 12/08/2025 6:00pm | Bessbrook Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Family Fun Wednesday - Reading through the ages |
Drop in for Family Fun Wednesday with board games, colouring and make a lantern for your midnight reading
Tel: 028 9756 4282. |
13/08/2025 10:30am | 13/08/2025 4:00pm | Ballynahinch Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Rhythm and Rhyme through the ages.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 9187 2610. Booking essential. |
13/08/2025 10:30am | 13/08/2025 11:00am | Comber Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Time-travel Treasure Hunt and Craft |
Find the hidden themed characters in the library.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 3833 6122. |
13/08/2025 11:00am | 13/08/2025 12 noon | Portadown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Fun in the water |
Learn about water safety and the history of the RNLI. Suitable for children aged 6 - 9 years; children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. |
13/08/2025 2:00pm | 13/08/2025 3:30pm | Donaghadee Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| D’em bones D’em bones |
Come along and make your own dinosaur fossils t: 028 9050 9212 |
13/08/2025 2:00pm | 13/08/2025 4:00pm | Falls Road Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Around the World Quiz |
Get moving while you test your knowledge of the world with interactive quizzes.
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking essential. t: 028 9181 4732 |
13/08/2025 2:00pm | 13/08/2025 3:00pm | Newtownards Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Time Travel writings |
Create your own story of time travel adventures. |
13/08/2025 2:00pm | 13/08/2025 3:30pm | Donaghadee Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Space Invaders |
Create your own alien space mask, the scarier the better, and learn about the solar system
Ages 5-11.
Children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 9081 3568. Booking advisable. |
13/08/2025 2:00pm | 13/08/2025 3:00pm | Carryduff Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Sing through the ages! |
Join us for a sing along - some songs and rhymes from way back when.
Ages 8+
Children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 7134 2963. |
13/08/2025 2:00pm | 13/08/2025 3:00pm | Waterside Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Summer Storytelling Session |
Come along for a Big Summer Read storytelling adventure!
Ages 4-11.
Children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 8284 1774. Booking essential. |
13/08/2025 2:00pm | 13/08/2025 2:30pm | Fintona Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Giant Games in the Afternoon |
Come along and play giant Connect 4, Jenga and other fun large games in this hour-long noisy session!
Children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 4461 2895. |
13/08/2025 2:00pm | 13/08/2025 3:00pm | Downpatrick Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Imagination Station Bookmaking |
Using different themes from the Big Summer Read challenge, make a folded page time book and create your own story. Ages 9-11.
Tel: 028 9266 9345. Booking essential. |
13/08/2025 2:00pm | 13/08/2025 3:00pm | Lisburn City Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Family Games Day and Quiz |
Join us for a fun-filled day for all the family. Play games and get competitive with rival families in our special quiz.
Booking advised. t: 028 4175 3375 |
13/08/2025 3:00pm | 13/08/2025 4:30pm | Warrenpoint Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Classic Literature Quiz |
Grab your quiz sheet at the customer service desk and take part in the Classic Literature Quiz. |
13/08/2025 3:00pm | 13/08/2025 4:00pm | Antrim Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Industrial Age Railway Building |
Storytime and Craft session to build railway track from recycled material and books.
Ages 4-11.
Children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 6772 1222. Booking essential. |
13/08/2025 3:00pm | 13/08/2025 4:00pm | Lisnaskea Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Four Seasons |
Travel through the Seasons by making a 3D four seasons tree.
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking not required. |
13/08/2025 3:30pm | 13/08/2025 4:15pm | Cregagh Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Lego Club - Build a Time Machine |
Come along to Killyleagh Library and join us for time-travelling Lego session.
Children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 4482 8407. |
13/08/2025 3:30pm | 13/08/2025 4:30pm | Killyleagh Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Time Travellers |
Find the hidden themed characters in the library.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 9050 9244. Booking advisable. |
13/08/2025 3:30pm | 13/08/2025 4:30pm | Grove library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| All Around the World |
Tour the world in your own library with our All Around the World scavenger hunt. Collect prizes from all parts of the world!
Booking not required. |
14/08/2025 10:00am | 14/08/2025 11:00am | Holywood Arches Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Family Science event |
Join us for some simple experiments. |
14/08/2025 10:30am | 14/08/2025 11:30am | Banbridge Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Evacuee Tales |
Join us as we see World War One and Two through the eyes of children through stories and crafts. |
14/08/2025 11:00am | 14/08/2025 12 noon | Ardoyne Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Literary Legends: Authors Through Time Scavenger Hunt |
Can you match classic characters to their famous authors? A hunt through stories past and present. |
14/08/2025 2:00pm | 14/08/2025 4:30pm | Greenisland Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Awesome Egyptians |
Build a Lego pyramid, draw hieroglyphs and cave art |
14/08/2025 2:00pm | 14/08/2025 3:00pm | Magherafelt Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Storytime and Craft |
Come and enjoy some stories at this Summer Storytime. Stay a while and enjoy our special craft.
Booking advised. t: 028 9335 2269 |
14/08/2025 2:00pm | 14/08/2025 2:45pm | Ballyclare Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Make a Time-Machine |
Make a shoebox time-machine and explore books from different eras
For ages 4-11.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 3887 0639. Booking essential. |
14/08/2025 2:00pm | 14/08/2025 3:00pm | Richhill Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Summer Kids Movies |
Join us every Thursday in August for a fun family-friendly movie as part of the Summer Reading Challenge. A great way to cool off, relax, and keep the reading adventure going! |
14/08/2025 2:30pm | 14/08/2025 3:30pm | Larne Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Beach Day Watercolour |
As part of our Summer Activities, Garvagh Library invites adults to join us for a watercolour session focusing on beach landscapes. Recreate your favourite seaside sights in beautiful watercolour so you can display your beach day year round.
Tel: 028 2955 8500. Booking advisable. |
14/08/2025 2:30pm | 14/08/2025 3:30pm | Garvagh Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| War Stories and Crafts |
Learn about the World Wars through stories and airplane building
For ages 5-11.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 9050 9235. |
14/08/2025 2:30pm | 14/08/2025 3:30pm | Suffolk Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Stories in the Sun! and Summer craft |
Join us for stories from across the seasons plus a Summer time craft
For ages 5-11.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 7188 3686. Booking essential. |
14/08/2025 2:30pm | 14/08/2025 3:30pm | Strabane Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| World War I and II |
Become an Evacuee, make your own Luggage label and find out what you also had to bring with you on the train - Craft Story time and Fun Facts. Suitable for children aged 4-11 years; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is not required. |
14/08/2025 3:00pm | 14/08/2025 4:30pm | Tullycarnet Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Granny Square Knitting Session |
As part of our Summer Activities, we invite you to come along to Cushendall Library and help us celebrate Granny Square Day by showing us your crochet skills over a nice cup of tea. Not able to crochet, no problem! We have a selection of books and step-by-step guides to help you start your crochet journey.
Everyone Welcome.
Tel: 028 2177 1297. |
14/08/2025 3:00pm | 14/08/2025 4:00pm | Cushendall Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Make your own Egyptian Mask |
Craft an Egyptian mask in the library. |
14/08/2025 3:30pm | 14/08/2025 4:15pm | Coalisland Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Summer Family Lego - Reading through the ages |
Drop in and build your favourite book characters in Lego. |
15/08/2025 10:30am | 15/08/2025 1:00pm | Ballynahinch Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read 2025 |
As part of Big Summer Read, we invite children aged 4-11 years to come along and join us for a Childhood Favourites Storytime and Bookmark Making Craft. |
15/08/2025 11:00am | 15/08/2025 12:30pm | Dungiven Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read - 'Around the World' Culture Quiz |
Do you know your Maori from your Maasai? Test your global knowledge with our customs and culture quiz. Not just for kids ....families welcome! Booking Essential. |
15/08/2025 11:00am | 15/08/2025 12 noon | Portstewart Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Make Your own favourite character bookmark |
Design your own Favourite character bookmark followed by a Big Summer Read Story. Suitable for children aged 6-11 years; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable; t: 028 7964 2578 |
15/08/2025 11:00am | 15/08/2025 12 noon | Maghera Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Granny and Granda Remember |
Stories from the past our family can tell us. |
15/08/2025 2:00pm | 15/08/2025 3:00pm | Colin Glen Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Times of Valour! |
Stories about bravery. Create your own bravery medal. |
15/08/2025 2:00pm | 15/08/2025 3:00pm | Ormeau Road Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Time Machine Builder Workshop |
Join Armagh City Library to build a shoebox time machine.
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking essential. t: 028 3752 4072 |
15/08/2025 2:00pm | 15/08/2025 3:00pm | Armagh City | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read - Terrific Time Machines Craft |
Ballymoney Library invites children aged 3-10 years to travel back in time and create your own time machine with the help of our friendly library staff. |
15/08/2025 2:30pm | 15/08/2025 3:00pm | Ballymoney Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read Storytime and Craft - The Stone Age |
Stories from the Stone Age, followed by a Stone painting session. |
15/08/2025 2:30pm | 15/08/2025 4:00pm | Newry City Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Halloween in August! |
Travel forward in time to October! Join us for some spooky stories followed by a craft session, where you can create your very own floating ghost! |
15/08/2025 2:30pm | 15/08/2025 3:30pm | Creggan Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Creative Writing, Timetravel, story or poem |
Enjoy a creative writing session with a member of library staff. Learn about the start, middle and end of a story and begin to put your ideas for a novel/poem on paper. |
15/08/2025 2:30pm | 15/08/2025 3:30pm | Strathfoyle Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read Activity Afternoon | Come along to Randalstown Library and enjoy an Activity Afternoon to celebrate the Big Summer Reading Challenge. Every Friday in July and August from 3:00pm - 4:00pm. Booking advised. t: 028 9447 2725 | 15/08/2025 3:00pm | 15/08/2025 4:00pm | Randalstown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Lego club - Make Bessbrook viaduct, village or mill |
Can you make one of Bessbrooks best known historical features from lego? Come along to lego club and build Bessbrooks Viaduct, Village or Mill. |
15/08/2025 3:30pm | 15/08/2025 4:30pm | Bessbrook Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read |
Join us to help create an August Vehicles themed Lego, and Everything Julia Donaldson Book display. |
15/08/2025 3:30pm | 15/08/2025 4:15pm | Castlederg Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read Craft |
Big Summer Read Craft - make your own Unicorn. |
15/08/2025 3:30pm | 15/08/2025 4:30pm | Chichester Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| The Bookworm’s Time Machine – reading through the ages |
Classic Books Quiz, find it in a book and write your own ending if you dare.
For children aged 4-11 years. |
16/08/2025 10:00am | 16/08/2025 4:00pm | Newcastle Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Fossil Finders: JJ’s Prehistoric Discovery Day |
Join fossil expert JJ to see real fossils and learn about ancient creatures from the deep past.
For children aged 4 and over. Booking not required. |
16/08/2025 10:00am | 16/08/2025 2:00pm | Carrickfergus Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Galactic Gadgeteers |
Get creative by inventing a futuristic gadget. |
16/08/2025 10:30am | 16/08/2025 11:30am | Shantallow Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Scavenger Hunt - Enid Blyton |
Enid Blyton find the mystery clues in this Library Scavenger Hunt. For children aged four to 11 years old. Must be accompanied by an adult |
16/08/2025 11:00am | 16/08/2025 12 noon | Newcastle Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Mythical Creatures and Dragons Storytime and Craft |
Travel to a land of mythical creatures and dragons and enjoy a Storytime followed by a craft. |
16/08/2025 11:00am | 16/08/2025 12 noon | Rathfriland Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Viking Saturday |
Discover amazing Viking books. Are they victorious or vagabonds? Learn how to make a Viking shield.
For children aged 4-11 years. |
16/08/2025 11:00am | 16/08/2025 1:00pm | Crossmaglen Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Book-themed time Capsule |
Write letters to your future self - not to be opened until 2035!
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking essential. t: 028 3834 1946 |
16/08/2025 11:00am | 16/08/2025 12 noon | Brownlow Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| The Bookworm's Time Machine |
Classic Stories Through the ages followed by a craft session. |
16/08/2025 11:00am | 16/08/2025 12 noon | Newcastle Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Mythical Creatures and Dragons Storytime and Craft |
Travel to a land of mythical creatures and enjoy a story and craft. |
16/08/2025 11:00am | 16/08/2025 12 noon | Rathfriland Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Craft session - Rockets and Robots |
Time travel with us in a fun craft session and make your own rocket and robot For Children aged eight to 11 years old. Must be accompanied by an adult. Booking Essential. |
16/08/2025 11:30am | 16/08/2025 12:30pm | Kilkeel Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Comic Book Craft |
Create a comic book strip, for children aged 7-11 years. |
16/08/2025 11:30am | 16/08/2025 12:30pm | Tandragee Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| The Force Comes to the Library! |
Join us for an out-of-this-world experience as Star Wars cosplayers bring the galaxy far, far away to your local library! Meet iconic characters from the Star Wars universe, take photos, and learn about the stories behind the costumes.
Whether you're a Jedi, Sith, or young Padawan, this is the perfect event for fans of all ages. Costumes encouraged—may the Force be with you! |
16/08/2025 12 noon | 16/08/2025 2:00pm | Ballymena Central Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Time Travel Stories and Quiz Event |
As part of Big Summer Read, we invite children aged 4-11 years to come along and join us for selection of Time Travel themed stories and then a mind-scratching quiz. Time to get your thinking caps on! From 1:00pm - 2:00pm |
16/08/2025 1:00pm | 16/08/2025 2:00pm | Limavady Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| The Big August Holiday Arts and Craft Making Session |
The annual Big August Holiday Children's Craft Making Session Makes a splash here in Derry Central Library. Staff shall be on hand to help make an array of dazzling summer creations.
For children aged 4- 11 years. Booking advised. t: 028 7122 9990 |
16/08/2025 1:00pm | 16/08/2025 2:00pm | Derry Central Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Mad Medieval |
Join us for a afternoon of medieval madness. |
16/08/2025 2:00pm | 16/08/2025 3:00pm | Dungannon Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Space Week |
Create a rocket or robot with household recyclables. |
16/08/2025 2:30pm | 16/08/2025 3:30pm | Keady Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Storybook Sleuths: Favourite Book Characters Scavenger Hunt |
Can you spot your favourite storybook heroes hiding in the library? Join the hunt all week!
Available during library opening hours. |
18/08/2025 10:00am | 18/08/2025 5:00pm | Carrickfergus Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Epic Summer Hunt: Scavenger and Colouring Week |
Join our themed scavenger hunt and complete colourful activity pages all week long.
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking not required. |
18/08/2025 10:00am | 18/08/2025 5:00pm | Portglenone Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Seasonal and Holiday time Travel Scavenger Hunt |
See if you can find all the clues! |
18/08/2025 10:00am | 18/08/2025 5:00pm | Newry City Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Pippa Pig Rhythm and Rhyme |
Come and join Pippa for Rhythm and Rhyme fun. |
18/08/2025 11:00am | 18/08/2025 11:30am | Ballynahinch Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Fairytale Storytime with Vicky McFarland |
Join storyteller Vicky McFarland for tales of wonder and delight.
For children 4-11 years old. Must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential. |
18/08/2025 11:30am | 18/08/2025 12:30pm | Coalisland Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Pirate Adventures: Sensory Storytime and Craft |
Join us in Enniskillen Library for a special sensory 'A Pirate Adventure' story and craft session. Children will enjoy using all of their senses to travel with Harry on an interactive journey as he throws a thoughtful pirate-themed birthday for his friend Jake. After the story, children will take time out to relax with some fun pirate-themed crafts! For children aged 4-8 years old. Booking essential and must be accompanied by an adult. |
18/08/2025 2:00pm | 18/08/2025 3:00pm | Enniskillen Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read- 'Festive Frolics' |
Big Summer Read continues with a children's Information and Storytime session using an array of non-fiction information books on various worldly festivals and cultures as well as history in our festive Children's Castle.
For children aged 4 -11 years. Booking not required.
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18/08/2025 2:00pm | 18/08/2025 3:00pm | Derry Central Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Space Rockets Craft Session |
Big Summer Read - Space Rockets Craft Session |
18/08/2025 2:00pm | 18/08/2025 3:00pm | Shankill Road Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Time Capsule! |
Using our templates, create your very own comic book! The story, the characters, the illustrations.....it's all down to you and your imagination!
Booking not required. |
18/08/2025 2:00pm | 18/08/2025 3:00pm | Creggan Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Sea Craft and Story |
Waves through time with Daryl. |
18/08/2025 2:00pm | 18/08/2025 3:00pm | Portaferry Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Comic Book Creations |
Our Big Summer Read continues as we invite Fans of Dog Man and Wimpy kid to come along to our comic book workshop. Create a character and use our helpful story prompts to sketch out a comic strip scene of your own.
Booking Essential. 2:15pm - 3:15pm 028 7083 2712 |
18/08/2025 2:15pm | 18/08/2025 3:15pm | Portstewart Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Mask Mania Afternoon |
Join us in Greystone Library as we get creative making our own mask disguises.
Monday 18, Tuesday 19, Wednesday 20, Thursday 21 August from 2:30pm - 4:00pm. |
18/08/2025 2:30pm | 21/08/2025 4:00pm | Greystone Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Rock On |
Make a Rocket reading pointer to help you on your reading journey and join in a Kubo robot workshop.
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking essential. t: 028 9050 9223 |
18/08/2025 2:30pm | 18/08/2025 3:30pm | Lisburn Road Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Final Flourish: Summer Wall Art Celebration |
Help us finish our wall of memories, enjoy a great Storytime, and create something to remember summer by.
For children aged 4- 11 years. Booking not required. |
18/08/2025 2:30pm | 18/08/2025 3:30pm | Larne Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Create a Superhero |
Create your own Superhero Craft. |
18/08/2025 3:00pm | 18/08/2025 3:45pm | Castlederg Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Future Fun |
Hear stories about what could be in the future and build a Robot to go there with. |
18/08/2025 3:00pm | 18/08/2025 4:00pm | Woodstock Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Summer Tree of Imagination Craft |
Help us decorate our tree with handmade baubles, then dive into a one-shot DandD adventure just for kids!
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking not required.
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19/08/2025 10:00am | 19/08/2025 5:00pm | Carnlough Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Spinning Fairytales with the Irish Linen Centre |
Experience hand weaving and spinning flax up close while listening to some classic fairy tales.
For children aged 5-8 years. Booking essential. t: 028 9266 9345 |
19/08/2025 10:30am | 19/08/2025 11:30am | Lisburn City Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read 2025 - Final Stop: Graduation |
Reader’s choice: design your own bookmark and certificate presentation!
For children 4-11 years, must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential |
19/08/2025 11:00am | 19/08/2025 12 noon | Irvinestown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Spooky Monsters Craft Event |
This week in the Big Summer Read we are time travelling around the year and visiting our favourite holidays- join us for a Halloween themed Spooky Monsters craft!
From 11:00am - 12:00 noon. |
19/08/2025 11:00am | 19/08/2025 12 noon | Dungiven Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Zoom Into Space – Rocket Craft and Story |
Blast off with Zoom by Sam Usher ! After the story, kids will make their own rocket ships to zoom around the library (or the living room!). For children 4 - 11 years old. Must be accompanied by an adult. Booking Advisable. |
19/08/2025 1:30pm | 19/08/2025 2:30pm | Fivemiletown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read - Seasonal Storyboard |
As part of Big Summer Read, we invite you to come along and join us as we celebrate the seasons and jump through the year by completing your very own seasons Storyboard.
Once you have completed you storyboard, be sure to enjoy listening to a surprise seasonal Storytime read by our friendly Library Staff. 1:30pm - 2:30pm |
19/08/2025 1:30pm | 19/08/2025 2:30pm | Cushendall Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Holiday Snapshots |
Create summer and Christmas postcards and design your own stamps. For children 4-11 years old, must be accompanied by an adult and Booking Essential. |
19/08/2025 2:00pm | 19/08/2025 3:00pm | Newtownards Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read 2025 - Hunt the answer |
Journey around the world to hunt the answers in our time travel adventure.
For children 4-11 years old, must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential |
19/08/2025 2:00pm | 19/08/2025 3:00pm | Donaghadee Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read 2025 -Do You Want To Build A Snowman |
Time Jump through the seasons. Get your snowballs ready as we embark on a snowball target challenge.
For all the family, booking advisable. Children must be accompanied by an adult. |
19/08/2025 2:00pm | 19/08/2025 4:00pm | Rathcoole Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Kubo Coding |
Learn the basics of coding with Kubo the robot. |
19/08/2025 2:00pm | 19/08/2025 3:00pm | Cookstown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Summer themed Storytime and Craft Session |
Summer themed Storytime and craft session. |
19/08/2025 2:00pm | 19/08/2025 3:00pm | Castlewellan Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Scrapheap Challenge |
Make your own invention to travel through time in from our craft table. Rockets, trains, spaceships- what will you choose to make? |
19/08/2025 2:00pm | 19/08/2025 3:00pm | Belfast Central Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Design you own Bookmark for imagination station |
A session for children to use their imagination and design their own special bookmarks. |
19/08/2025 2:00pm | 19/08/2025 3:00pm | Saintfield Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Northern Lights Colouring Craft |
Find out all about the Northern Lights and Create Your Own Northern Lights Picture |
19/08/2025 2:00pm | 19/08/2025 3:00pm | Downpatrick Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Pom Pom Planets |
Make your own planets out of wool! |
19/08/2025 2:00pm | 19/08/2025 3:00pm | Finaghy Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Kubo Worshop: Space Adventure |
Learn the basics of coding and recreate Kubo’s space adventure. |
19/08/2025 2:00pm | 19/08/2025 3:00pm | Richhill Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Outer Space |
Take a flight through space stories and make a special door hanger. |
19/08/2025 2:00pm | 19/08/2025 3:00pm | Ballyhackamore Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Robot Bingo |
Come play Robot Bingo with us! Mark your cards, shout “Bingo!” and win prizes. It’s a fun game for all kids who love robots. See you there!
For children aged 6-11 years. |
19/08/2025 2:00pm | 19/08/2025 3:00pm | Whiterock Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Storytime and Palm Tree Christmas Tree |
Christmas in summer?! Santa's chilling under a palm tree this summer. Help him decorate and hear a few holiday stories! For children 8-11 years old, must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential |
19/08/2025 2:30pm | 19/08/2025 3:30pm | Dromore Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read -Timetravel Quiz |
Learn how to use the library resources to test your knowledge for our big quiz on famous events and people.
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19/08/2025 2:30pm | 19/08/2025 3:30pm | Strathfoyle Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Seasonal and Holiday Time travel |
Jump through the year by exploring the different seasons using Lego. |
19/08/2025 3:00pm | 19/08/2025 4:00pm | Newtownstewart Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Seasonal and Holiday Time Travel Themed Storytime |
As part of our Big Summer Read, Kilrea Library invites you to come along to our themed Storytime session, where we will explore some wonderful stories about Time Travel based on Seasonal and Holiday themes.
From 4:00pm - 4:45pm |
19/08/2025 4:00pm | 19/08/2025 4:45pm | Kilrea Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Storytime and Craft - Solar System |
Join us for an out-of-this-world story, followed by a fun craft where we will design our own solar system. |
19/08/2025 5:00pm | 19/08/2025 6:00pm | Bessbrook Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Family Fun Wednesday - Jump through the Year |
Drop in for Family Fun Wednesday with board games and Christmas crafts in August. |
20/08/2025 10:30am | 20/08/2025 4:00pm | Ballynahinch Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Seasonal Craft |
A Summer Surprise Craft to take home. For children aged 6-11 years.
Booking advised. t: 028 7964 2578 |
20/08/2025 11:30am | 20/08/2025 12:30pm | Maghera Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read 2025 - Dens and Dreamcatchers |
Curl up in our cosy dens with your favourite story and make your own dreamcatcher.
For children 4-8 years old. Must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential. |
20/08/2025 2:00pm | 20/08/2025 3:00pm | Magherafelt Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Abra Cadabra |
Come along to Falls Road library and create your very magic spell scroll, and enjoy stories about our favourite witch Winnie.
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20/08/2025 2:00pm | 20/08/2025 4:00pm | Falls Road Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Teddy Bears Picnic |
Picnic and story time, on the grass, bring your own blanket, snacks and teddy and listen to some traditional stories (weather permitting).
For children aged 0-11 years. Booking not required.
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20/08/2025 2:00pm | 20/08/2025 3:00pm | Carryduff Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read Craft Session |
Join us for a Big Summer Read craft session! For children aged 4-11 years. Booking essential. t: 028 8284 1774 |
20/08/2025 2:00pm | 20/08/2025 3:00pm | Fintona Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Giant Games in the Afternoon |
Come along and play giant Connect 4, Jenga and other fun large games in this hour long noisy session.
For children aged 4 and over. Booking not required.
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20/08/2025 2:00pm | 20/08/2025 3:00pm | Downpatrick Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Ghostly Ghoul Holiday Time hop Story and Craft |
Ballymoney Library invites children aged 3-10 years to our Ghostly Ghoul Holiday Time hop craft and Storytime session where they will make their very own ghostly windsock and listen to some unseasonal scary stories.
From 2:30pm – 3:00pm. |
20/08/2025 2:30pm | 20/08/2025 3:00pm | Ballymoney Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Snow on the Beach? Snowflake Craft |
As part of Big Summer Read, Portrush Library invites children aged 4-11 years to come along and join us for a 'Make Your Own Snowflake' using our selection of craft materials that will look right at home on the beaches in Portrush.
From 2:30pm - 3:30pm. |
20/08/2025 2:30pm | 20/08/2025 3:30pm | Portrush Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read 2025 - Teddy Bear's Picnic |
Grab your favourite teddy and come along to the library for a Teddy Bears' Picnic.
Family event, booking advisable and children must be accompanied by an adult. |
20/08/2025 3:00pm | 20/08/2025 4:00pm | Antrim Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Willy Wonka Storytime and Scavenger Hunt |
Storytime and scavenger hunt for words hidden on golden tickets throughout the library. Booking essential.
Must be accompanied by a parent. For children aged 4-11 years. Booking essential. t: 028 6772 1222 |
20/08/2025 3:00pm | 20/08/2025 4:00pm | Lisnaskea Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Japanese Cultural Workshop |
Try the ancient art of origami, learn some Japanese words, as well as how to write your name. |
20/08/2025 3:00pm | 20/08/2025 4:30pm | Lisburn City Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read 2025 - Meet Kubo the Robot! |
Learn the Basics of coding with Kubo the Robot. For children 4-11 years old. Must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential. |
20/08/2025 3:30pm | 20/08/2025 4:15pm | Cregagh Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Make a Postcard Craft session |
Create a time travelling holiday postcard at Killyleagh Library.
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20/08/2025 3:30pm | 20/08/2025 4:30pm | Killyleagh Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Stories of the Seasons |
Experience travelling through time in your own back yard with stories and crafts about the seasons.
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20/08/2025 3:30pm | 20/08/2025 4:30pm | Grove library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read 2025 - To Infinity and Beyond! |
To the future we go! Design, build and decorate your own space craft before we race each other through lightspeed.
For children 4- 11 years old, must be accompanied by an adult. |
21/08/2025 10:00am | 21/08/2025 11:00am | Holywood Arches Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read 2025 - Space Travel Treasure Hunt |
Children use clues to search for Planets in the Children's Section of the Library.
For children aged 4-11 years; must be accompanied by an adult. |
21/08/2025 10:30am | 21/08/2025 12:30pm | Richhill Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Meet Kubo |
Learn the basics of coding with an interactive game that helps Kubo the Robot get to school, play football and go to the shops. |
21/08/2025 11:00am | 21/08/2025 12 noon | Ardoyne Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read 2025 - Family Colouring Club - Design your own book cover |
Family fun day to celebrate our Big Summer Read. As a family, create your own book cover.
Family event and Booking Essential. Children must be accompanied by an adult. |
21/08/2025 11:30am | 21/08/2025 12:30pm | Kilkeel Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Stories to the Stars |
Exploring space through stories and crafts. |
21/08/2025 11:30am | 21/08/2025 12:30pm | Suffolk Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Summer Lego |
Build something creative at this Summer Lego Session. |
21/08/2025 2:00pm | 21/08/2025 2:45pm | Ballyclare Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read Storytime and Craft - Christmas in the 1950s |
Find out how we celebrated Christmas in the 1950s and make a Christmas decoration.
For children aged 4-8 years. Booking essential. t: 028 3026 4683 |
21/08/2025 2:30pm | 21/08/2025 3:30pm | Newry City Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Stories, Craft and Colouring Club |
Create your own bookmark with ideas from ' Use your Imagination' ( Nicole O'Byrne).
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21/08/2025 2:30pm | 21/08/2025 3:30pm | Strabane Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Summer Kids Movies |
Join us every Thursday in August for a fun family-friendly movie as part of the Summer Reading Challenge. A great way to cool off, relax, and keep the reading adventure going!
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21/08/2025 2:30pm | 21/08/2025 3:30pm | Larne Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Complete Your Challenges with Storytime and Craft! Around the World |
Join us in Tandragee library for a Storytime and craft with books about adventures and travel and a fun related craft.
For children aged 4-8 years. Booking advised. t: 028 3884 0694 |
21/08/2025 3:00pm | 21/08/2025 4:00pm | Tandragee Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Space Travel and Beyond! |
Let's build you own Space Rocket, will it be better than NASA? - Craft. Storytime and Fun Facts. |
21/08/2025 3:00pm | 21/08/2025 4:00pm | Tullycarnet Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Auld Lammas Fair - Themed Storytime and Horse Craft |
The Big Summer Read meets the Auld Lammas Fair as Ballycastle Library invites you to come along and join us to celebrate the oldest fair in Ireland by listening to animal themed stories and then take part our craft to create your very own horse, fit for the fair.
From 3:15pm - 4:15pm. For children aged 4-8 years. Booking advised. t: 028 2076 2566 |
21/08/2025 3:15pm | 21/08/2025 4:15pm | Ballycastle Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read 2025 - Junior Creative Writing Scheme |
Join us over the summer for our Junior Creative Writing Scheme, let your imagination run wild and learn how to create stories, play games and make your own comic book!
For children 8-13 years old, must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential |
21/08/2025 3:30pm | 21/08/2025 4:30pm | Warrenpoint Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Timeless Tales: Favourite Stories from the Past |
Travel back in time through Storytime classics from your grandparents’ shelves and beyond.
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking not required. |
21/08/2025 3:30pm | 21/08/2025 4:00pm | Greenisland Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Summer Family Lego - Jump through the Year |
Drop in and build things from your favourite season. |
22/08/2025 10:30am | 22/08/2025 1:00pm | Ballynahinch Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Ghost Themed Storytime and Crafts |
As part of Big Summer Read, we invite children aged 4-11 years to come along and join us for Ghost themed stories and crafts.
From 11:00am - 12:30pm. Booking not required. |
22/08/2025 11:00am | 22/08/2025 12:30pm | Dungiven Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Seasonal Tree Art |
Using pastels, create an artwork depicting a tree in each of the four seasons. |
22/08/2025 2:00pm | 22/08/2025 3:00pm | Armagh City | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Space stories and rocket Crafts |
Explore space through stories and make a rocket to get there. |
22/08/2025 2:00pm | 22/08/2025 3:00pm | Colin Glen Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| 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.
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22/08/2025 2:00pm | 22/08/2025 3:00pm | Ormeau Road Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read Activity Afternoon | Come along to Randalstown Library and enjoy an Activity Afternoon to celebrate the Big Summer Reading Challenge. Every Friday in July and August from 3:00pm - 4:00pm. Booking advised. t: 028 9447 2725 | 22/08/2025 3:00pm | 22/08/2025 4:00pm | Randalstown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Under the Sea |
We'll be having a whale of a time as we travel under the sea to make a fishy themed craft! |
22/08/2025 3:00pm | 22/08/2025 4:00pm | Rathfriland Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Crowns, Swords and Shields Craft |
As part of medieval week for the Big Summer Read, we invite you to take part in our Crowns, Swords and Shields Craft. Get ready to rule over and defend your kingdom!
From 3:00pm - 4:00pm. For children aged 4-8 years. Booking not required. |
22/08/2025 3:00pm | 22/08/2025 4:00pm | Coleraine Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Storytime and Craft |
Painting the seasons tree.
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22/08/2025 3:00pm | 22/08/2025 4:00pm | Comber Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Lego club - Build you own future civilization |
What will the future look like? Come along to Lego club and design your own future civilization out of Lego.
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22/08/2025 3:30pm | 22/08/2025 4:30pm | Bessbrook Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Time Travel Lego Challenge |
It’s Friday 22 August… but what year? Are you up to the challenge of building a pyramid? Or maybe a castle? Drop in and get building! Families welcome. |
22/08/2025 3:45pm | 22/08/2025 4:45pm | Omagh Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Sunflower Race: The Grand Finale — "Me vs. My Sunflower" Life-Size Height Chart |
Join us this August as we celebrate our young gardeners and their blooming achievements! We’ll award prizes for the tallest, bushiest, and most beautiful sunflowers—and kids can take part in a fun life-size activity to see how their sunflower’s height compares to their own. Whether your plant thrived or tried its best, all racers are welcome! |
22/08/2025 4:00pm | 22/08/2025 4:30pm | Fivemiletown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Medieval Mayhem |
Design your very own medieval fortress. Suitable for children aged 4-11 years; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable; t: 028 7135 4185 |
23/08/2025 10:30am | 23/08/2025 11:30am | Shantallow Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read Lego Adventure |
Build a Lego dinosaur.
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23/08/2025 11:00am | 23/08/2025 12 noon | Portadown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Seasons and Holidays Through the Ages |
Halloween and Christmas Stories followed by seasonal crafts. |
23/08/2025 11:00am | 23/08/2025 12 noon | Newcastle Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read - 'Design Your Own Book Cover' |
Garvagh Library invites all readers aged 4-11 to our Design Your Own Book Cover craft. It is Imagination Station week of our Big Summer Read, and after reading so many brilliant books, we think it’s time you got the chance to let your own story shine! Our friendly library staff will help you construct a cover that truly dazzles using our array of craft supplies. We know not to judge a book by its cover, but we’re sure yours is going to look amazing.
Everyone Welcome. 11:30am – 12:30 noon |
23/08/2025 11:30am | 23/08/2025 12:30pm | Garvagh Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Panels and Punchlines: Create a Comic with a Pro |
Learn to craft your own comic strip exciting stories and illustrations in this comic strip workshop with help from a local comic book blogger.
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23/08/2025 11:30am | 23/08/2025 12:30pm | Whitehead Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Seasons and Holidays Storytime and Umbrella Craft |
Limavady Library invites you to join us as we wrap up all our Big Summer Read fun and we invite children aged 4-11 years to come along and join us for our Seasons and Holidays themed Storytime and 'Make Your Own Umbrella Craft'.
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23/08/2025 1:00pm | 23/08/2025 2:00pm | Limavady Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Recycle Craft |
Recycling craft - use old items found around the house and library that would end up in landfill and give them a new purpose.
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23/08/2025 2:00pm | 23/08/2025 3:00pm | Dungannon Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Four Seasons Storytime and Craft |
Bookmark making workshop. |
23/08/2025 2:00pm | 23/08/2025 3:00pm | Brownlow Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Dinosaurs' Week - Storytime and Treasure Hunt |
Find your inner archaeologist discovering fossils within the library and listen to a story. |
23/08/2025 2:30pm | 23/08/2025 3:30pm | Keady Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Lego Challenge |
Build your own Lego spaceship. |
23/08/2025 3:00pm | 23/08/2025 4:00pm | Lurgan Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read Graduation |
Collect a certificate for completing your Big Summer Read Challenge. |
26/08/2025 9:30am | 26/08/2025 5:00pm | Belfast Central Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Imagination Station Scavenger Hunt |
See if you can find all the clues! |
26/08/2025 9:30am | 30/08/2025 5:00pm | Newry City Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Treasure Hunt- Pirates |
How many pirates and pieces of treasure? find 3 characters and pieces and claim your prize at the desk! |
26/08/2025 10:00am | 01/09/2025 5:00pm | Bessbrook Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read - Design a Comic Strip Craft |
Calling all Dog Man fans - for the final week of the Big Summer Read, Dungiven Library are encouraging you to use your imagination to design and draw your very own comic strip.
Places are limited so booking is essential. From 11:00am - 12:00 noon. t: 028 7774 1475 |
26/08/2025 11:00am | 26/08/2025 12 noon | Dungiven Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Time Capsule |
Help us fill our time box with all your favourite things. |
26/08/2025 11:30am | 26/08/2025 12:30pm | Magherafelt Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| The Great Summer Book Swap and Craft |
Bring a book to swap, share your thoughts with a written or drawn recommendation, and make your own bookmark!
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking not required. |
26/08/2025 12 noon | 26/08/2025 1:00pm | Portglenone Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Build a time travel wardrobe |
Build a time travel wardrobe: step inside and see what decade you find yourself dressed up in. |
26/08/2025 12 noon | 26/08/2025 1:30pm | Lurgan Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Crown Craft and Tale for Little Legends |
Celebrate Irish myths with The Magic Branch by Eithne Massey. After storytime, we’ll craft regal crowns fit for heroes and heroines using gems, leaves, and golden card. Suitable for children aged 4-11 years; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable; t: 028 8952 1409 |
26/08/2025 1:30pm | 26/08/2025 2:30pm | Fivemiletown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Origami Dog Making Craft |
Our Summer Activities continue, as we invite all the family to come along and celebrate International Dog Day in Cushendall library. Join our staff as we have a go at making our very own Origami Dogs and talk all things fun about our furry friends.
Everyone Welcome. 2:00pm - 4:00pm |
26/08/2025 2:00pm | 26/08/2025 4:00pm | Cushendall Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read 'Brave New World' |
Derry Central Library shall conclude the Big Summer Read and celebrate the new school Year reading affirming pieces from our Children's collection on new beginnings, mindfulness and wellbeing in our glorious Children's Castle.
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26/08/2025 2:00pm | 26/08/2025 3:00pm | Derry Central Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Animals around the world - Amazon jungle show |
The Amazon comes to Saintfield library, come and meet snakes, lizards and tarantulas up close! |
26/08/2025 2:00pm | 26/08/2025 3:00pm | Saintfield Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Be the Hero of Your Own Story! |
Create and Illustrate a Storybook with you as the Hero. |
26/08/2025 2:00pm | 26/08/2025 3:00pm | Downpatrick Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read 2025 |
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.
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26/08/2025 2:00pm | 26/08/2025 3:00pm | Finaghy Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Create your own bookmark |
Come along to Cookstown for a creative craft session where you can design and create your very own book mark. |
26/08/2025 2:00pm | 26/08/2025 3:00pm | Cookstown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Lego Time Machine |
Make a Lego time machine as journey through time to the end of our Summer activities.
For children aged 7-11 years. Booking essential. t: 028 9050 9204 |
26/08/2025 2:00pm | 26/08/2025 3:00pm | Ballyhackamore Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| The Great Time Hunt! |
In this exciting treasure hunt, you'll explore the library for mysterious objects from different eras. Can you guess when they're from? Write your answer on the Time Scoreboard and collect a stamp in your passport for every correct match.
For children aged 7-11 years. Booking advised. t: 028 9050 9236 |
26/08/2025 2:00pm | 26/08/2025 3:00pm | Whiterock Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Time Capsules |
Come and join us as we fill our Time Capsule with memories from the 2025 Big Summer Read. Write yourself a reading goal to be kept safe until the next Big Summer Read! |
26/08/2025 2:00pm | 26/08/2025 3:00pm | Moira Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Storytime and Craft |
Continue your time travelling adventures with storytime and craft. Where and when will we be today? Walking with dinosaurs? Driving a space car? Book your place to find out! |
26/08/2025 2:00pm | 26/08/2025 3:00pm | Omagh Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Chill Out Storytime |
Join us for a relaxed Storytime session to celebrate the wonderful summer we’ve all had before school starts back again. |
26/08/2025 2:00pm | 26/08/2025 3:00pm | Enniskillen Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Create Character Bookmarks |
Create your favourite character on a bookmark. |
26/08/2025 2:00pm | 26/08/2025 3:00pm | Draperstown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Create Your Own Character |
Join this art workshop all about creating characters from your own stories. Don’t know how to start? Don’t worry. Choose your card and design the character based on the script. |
26/08/2025 2:00pm | 26/08/2025 4:00pm | Rathcoole Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Time Travel Launch Off Treasure Hunt – Awards |
Complete the Summer Reading Challenge and find the hidden treasures around the library to receive your award.
Tuesday 26, Wednesday 27, Thursday 28 August from 2:30pm - 4:00pm. |
26/08/2025 2:30pm | 28/08/2025 4:00pm | Greystone Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Storytime and Treasure Maps of Dromore |
Come along to the library to create your very own treasure map of Dromore and hear a story by a local writer! |
26/08/2025 2:30pm | 26/08/2025 3:30pm | Dromore Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read Certificate Presentation |
Receive a well deserved certificate for completing the Big Summer Read.
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26/08/2025 3:00pm | 26/08/2025 4:00pm | Castlederg Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Imagination Station Make your own stories |
Make a book and bookmark to write and keep your own stories. |
26/08/2025 3:00pm | 26/08/2025 4:00pm | Newtownstewart Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Comic Creators: Storyboard Your Own Adventure |
Add your mark to a giant comic strip—draw a character and create the next part of the story with your own speech bubbles! |
26/08/2025 3:00pm | 26/08/2025 4:00pm | Carnlough Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Imagination Station |
Book themed crafts galore for the end of the holidays. |
26/08/2025 3:30pm | 26/08/2025 4:30pm | Newtownards Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Creative Writing |
Explore and combine all you have created this summer. |
26/08/2025 4:00pm | 26/08/2025 5:00pm | Brownlow Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Storytime and craft- Design your own alien |
Join us for a fun story about aliens, followed by a craft where we will make our own little aliens.
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26/08/2025 5:00pm | 26/08/2025 6:00pm | Bessbrook Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Family Fun Wednesday - Imagination Station |
Drop in for Family Fun Wednesday with board games, find our favourite children's books around the library and use our story cubes to write your own story.
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27/08/2025 10:30am | 27/08/2025 4:00pm | Ballynahinch Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Robot Coding Workshop |
Play with our friendly robot as you learn a fun and easy way to code. |
27/08/2025 11:00am | 27/08/2025 12 noon | Carryduff Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Summer games in the Library |
Join Maghera Library staff for some fun and summer games in the library. Are you game? |
27/08/2025 2:00pm | 27/08/2025 4:00pm | Maghera Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Robot Coding Workshop |
Play with our friendly robot as you learn a fun and easy way to code.
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27/08/2025 2:00pm | 27/08/2025 3:00pm | Carryduff Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Story Writing workshop |
Ever wanted to write a story of your own? join us for some pointers! |
27/08/2025 2:00pm | 27/08/2025 3:00pm | Waterside Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Giant Games in the Afternoon |
Come along and play giant Connect 4, Jenga and other fun large games in this hour long noisy session. |
27/08/2025 2:00pm | 27/08/2025 3:00pm | Downpatrick Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Open the Magic Door |
Come along to Falls road library and create your Fairy door. |
27/08/2025 2:00pm | 27/08/2025 4:00pm | Falls Road Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read Finale - Certificate Presentation |
Hip hip hooray! Portrush Library invites you to come along and be presented with your very own certificate for participating in this year's Big Summer Reading Challenge. Well done!
From 11:00am - 12:00 noon. |
27/08/2025 2:30pm | 27/08/2025 3:30pm | Portrush Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Back to the Future |
Make a time capsule and listen to stories. |
27/08/2025 2:30pm | 27/08/2025 3:30pm | Lisburn Road Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Create Your Own Storybook Cover |
Join us at Killyleagh Library and create your very own storybook cover. |
27/08/2025 2:30pm | 27/08/2025 3:30pm | Killyleagh Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Time Travellers |
Travel back again through time with stories as we end our summer time travelling journey.
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27/08/2025 3:00pm | 27/08/2025 4:00pm | Woodstock Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Rocket to the Future |
Travel into space with a rocket Storytime and crafts. |
27/08/2025 3:30pm | 27/08/2025 4:30pm | Grove library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Island of Imagination |
Come along to Antrim Library and create your own island in this fun creative writing session for kids.
Booking not required. |
27/08/2025 3:30pm | 27/08/2025 4:15pm | Antrim Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Lego workshop - Time Travel |
Embrace your creative side by making your own time travelling machine with Lego. |
27/08/2025 3:30pm | 27/08/2025 4:15pm | Cregagh Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| The Time Travellers Tea Party |
Join the time travelling librarians to celebrate our Blast to the Past with a tea party. Dress as a character from another time and tell us about your favourite stop on our journey!
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking not required. |
28/08/2025 10:00am | 28/08/2025 11:00am | Holywood Arches Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Blast Off! We’re Going on a Rocket Ship |
Zoom through space with this cosmic Storytime and build your own rocket ship to take on your journey. |
28/08/2025 10:30am | 28/08/2025 11:00am | Kells and Connor Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Imagination Station |
Design your own bookmark for all the challenges you have completed over the Big Summer Read. |
28/08/2025 10:30am | 28/08/2025 11:30am | Banbridge Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Travel through Time |
Enjoy fun stories and crafts as we travel back through time to the end of the Big Summer Read. |
28/08/2025 11:00am | 28/08/2025 12 noon | Ardoyne Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read Bookmark Craft and Storytime |
Cushendall Library invites you to come along as we mark the end of the Big Summer Read with a special themed 'Make Your Own Bookmark' and finish with a themed Storytime as the summer months draw to a close.
From 1:30pm - 2:30pm. Booking not required. |
28/08/2025 1:30pm | 28/08/2025 2:30pm | Cushendall Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Winner, Winner, Sweetie Dinner! |
Certificate Presentation and celebration for all children who participated in the Big Summer Read.
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking not required. |
28/08/2025 2:00pm | 28/08/2025 3:00pm | Richhill Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Out of This World: Science Fiction Scavenger Hunt |
Beam into a galaxy of imagination as you hunt for space-age clues and sci-fi stories.
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28/08/2025 2:00pm | 28/08/2025 4:30pm | Greenisland Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Time Traveller’s FUN DAY |
Celebrate the end of summer with futuristic fun, coding, sci-fi stories and more. |
28/08/2025 2:00pm | 28/08/2025 5:00pm | Greenisland Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Storytime and Activity Table |
Come and enjoy some stories at this Summer Storytime. Stay a while and enjoy our activity table.
Booking advised. t: 028 9335 2269 |
28/08/2025 2:00pm | 28/08/2025 2:45pm | Ballyclare Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read - Who are YOU? |
Write your own life story - real or imaginary! Creative Writing Workshop.
For children aged 9-12 years. Booking essential. t: 028 3026 4683 |
28/08/2025 2:30pm | 28/08/2025 4:00pm | Newry City Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Tardis and Tales |
Join us to hear stories of time travel and build your own time machine.
For children aged 7-11 years. Booking not required. |
28/08/2025 2:30pm | 28/08/2025 3:30pm | Suffolk Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Ancient Civilizations writing challenge |
Come along and learn how to write your name in ancient hieroglyphics.
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28/08/2025 2:30pm | 28/08/2025 3:30pm | Strabane Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Summer Kids Movies |
Join us every Thursday in August for a fun family-friendly movie as part of the Summer Reading Challenge. A great way to cool off, relax, and keep the reading adventure going!
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking not required. |
28/08/2025 2:30pm | 28/08/2025 3:30pm | Larne Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Back to the Future |
Design how you would drive or not drive, the car of the future, what school would be like and what type of food would we eat - Craft.
Storytime and Fun Facts for children aged 4-11 years. Booking not required. |
28/08/2025 3:00pm | 28/08/2025 4:00pm | Tullycarnet Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Robot Coding Workshop |
Play with our friendly robot as you learn a fun and easy way to code. |
28/08/2025 3:00pm | 28/08/2025 4:00pm | Lisburn City Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Children's Poetry Workshop |
Join Dungannon library and let your imagination take you a time or place in the past of future write a poem with the help from acclaimed poet Maura Johnston.
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28/08/2025 3:00pm | 28/08/2025 4:00pm | Dungannon Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Robot Coding Workshop |
Play with our friendly robot as you learn a fun and easy way to code. |
28/08/2025 4:15pm | 28/08/2025 5:15pm | Lisburn City Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Adventure and Imagination Storytime and Origami Bookmark Craft |
As part of Big Summer Read, we invite children aged 4-11 years to come along and join us for a Adventure and Imagination Storytime and Origami Bookmark Making Craft.
From 11:00am - 12:30pm. Booking not required. |
29/08/2025 11:00am | 29/08/2025 12:30pm | Dungiven Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read Finale |
Congratulations! A Summer of reading adventures has ended. Collect your Big Summer Read certificate, meet fellow travellers and share your favourite story of the Summer on our story wall.
From 11:00am - 12 Noon. Booking not required. |
29/08/2025 11:00am | 29/08/2025 12 noon | Portstewart Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Make some noise! |
Join us in celebrating the most traditional nursery rhymes and songs, choose your instrument and make some noise! Bring blankets and enjoy the freedom of the outdoors. Weather permitting. For children aged 4-9 years.
Booking not required. |
29/08/2025 11:00am | 29/08/2025 12 noon | Carryduff Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Time Travel to the end |
Join us as we travel through time to the end of our Big Summer Read with a finale party. |
29/08/2025 2:00pm | 29/08/2025 3:00pm | Colin Glen Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Story Chain |
Explore oral-storytelling traditions and work with others to create a wonderful story.
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking essential. t: 028 3752 4072 |
29/08/2025 2:00pm | 29/08/2025 3:00pm | Armagh City | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Futuristic Fun! |
Timeless Tales and Time Capsule Craft!
For ages 4-10
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 9050 9228. Booking advisable |
29/08/2025 2:00pm | 29/08/2025 3:00pm | Ormeau Road Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Creggan Library Time Capsule |
A fantastic event for people of all ages to mark the end of our time-travelling Big Summer Read! Join us as we crack open Creggan Library's time capsule, which was sealed back in 1998! Explore the items to see what life was like at the end of the last century!
We will then refill the time capsule, asking everyone present to place an item in the box before it's resealed. These items will be locked away until Summer 2050!
Refreshments provided.
For ages 4-11.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 7126 6168. |
29/08/2025 2:00pm | 29/08/2025 4:00pm | Creggan Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Build our Big Summer Read Bunting |
Write or draw a picture to represent your favourite book from the Big Summer Read which will be attached onto our bunting flags which will create a colourful bunting decoration that will be displayed in the library. Followed by LEGO.
For ages 4-11.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 7186 0385. Booking advisable. |
29/08/2025 2:00pm | 29/08/2025 4:00pm | Strathfoyle Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read - Super Summer Story Workshop |
Ballymoney Library invites children aged 4-10 years to create their very own story book about their own adventures over the summer holidays which they can share with their family and friends.
From 2:30pm-3:00pm. Booking not required. |
29/08/2025 2:30pm | 29/08/2025 3:00pm | Ballymoney Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read Activity Afternoon |
Come along to Randalstown Library and enjoy an Activity Afternoon to celebrate the Big Summer Reading Challenge. |
29/08/2025 3:00pm | 29/08/2025 4:00pm | Randalstown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Family Lego Club - Famous Landmarks |
Family fun day building your favourite landmark out of Lego. |
29/08/2025 3:00pm | 29/08/2025 4:00pm | Kilkeel Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Once Upon a Roll |
Roll the dice and invent your own imaginative story from the pictures you get.
For ages 4-11.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 9335 3249. |
29/08/2025 3:00pm | 29/08/2025 4:00pm | Whitehead Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Lego club - Build your favourite time-period |
What is your all time favourite time in history? Jurassic? Ancient Egyptian? or Roman? Build your favourite time period out of Lego. |
29/08/2025 3:30pm | 29/08/2025 4:30pm | Bessbrook Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read |
Big Summer Read - Prehistoric themed Storytime
For ages 4-11
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 9050 9210. |
29/08/2025 3:30pm | 29/08/2025 4:30pm | Chichester Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read Graduation Ceremony |
Congratulations to all those who have taken part in our Big Summer Read, come and receive your certificate!
For ages 4-8.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 9081 3568. |
30/08/2025 10:00am | 30/08/2025 4:00pm | Carryduff Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Imagination Station – Create your own stories |
Finale of Big Summer Read – complete all ticks and receive your certificate – Display of Stories, Poems and Drawings
For ages 4-8.
During normal opening hours.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 4372 2710. |
30/08/2025 10:00am | 30/08/2025 4:00pm | Newcastle Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Imaginary Worlds Comic Book making |
Imaginary Worlds Comic Book making
Ages 4-8.
During normal opening hours.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 9187 2610. Booking essential. |
30/08/2025 10:00am | 30/08/2025 1:00pm | Comber Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Summer Family Lego - Imagination station |
Drop in and enjoy Lego building fun to close our Summer Reading challenge
Family event.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 9756 4282. |
30/08/2025 10:30am | 30/08/2025 12:30pm | Ballynahinch Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Fairy tale Stories, Craft and Fancy Dress |
Enjoy fairy tale stories of princes and princesses and come dressed as your favourite character! |
30/08/2025 11:00am | 30/08/2025 12 noon | Rathfriland Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Dinosaur Lego Adventure |
Create your favourite pre historic beast |
30/08/2025 11:00am | 30/08/2025 12 noon | Donaghadee Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Closing Ceremony |
Join us in Coleraine Library for our Big Summer Read Closing Ceremony, where we will celebrate your achievement and you'll receive your special certificate.
For ages 4-11.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 7034 2561. |
30/08/2025 11:00am | 30/08/2025 12 noon | Coleraine Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Certificate Presentation |
Dungiven Library invites you to come along and be presented your very own certificate for participating in this year's Big Summer Reading Challenge.
For ages 4-11.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 7774 1475. |
30/08/2025 11:00am | 30/08/2025 12 noon | Dungiven Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Closing Ceremony with Certificate Gifting and 'Time Travel Postcards' |
Garvagh Library welcomes children 4-11 to join us for our Big Summer Read Closing Ceremony.
You will be presented with your certificate and are invited to partake in our craft event to create a Time Travel Postcard.
What was your favourite era of your time travel reading journey?
Using our array of craft resources, design a beautiful postcard and write a message from that time to represent it!
Everyone Welcome.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 2955 8500. |
30/08/2025 11:00am | 30/08/2025 1:00pm | Garvagh Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Fairytale Stories, Craft and Fancy Dress |
Enjoy fairytale stories of princes and princesses and come dressed as your favourite character!
For ages 4-8.
During normal opening hours.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 4063 0661. |
30/08/2025 11:00am | 30/08/2025 12 noon | Rathfriland Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Celebrate the Big Summer Read |
Time to celebrate your achievements in the Big Summer Read with a certificate presentation.
For ages 4-11.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 3884 0694. Booking advisable. |
30/08/2025 11:30am | 30/08/2025 12:30pm | Tandragee Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| LEGO - Time Travel Trouble! |
Imagine a robot in Ancient Egypt or a dinosaur in the future — create your own time-travel mix-up!
Ages 5-11.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 4272 8194. Booking advisable. |
30/08/2025 12 noon | 30/08/2025 1:00pm | Portaferry Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Big Summer Read Graduation |
Join us for our Big Summer Read Graduation Ceremony that honours all the hard work, growth, and smiles of our amazing little learners! Watch as your child shines, proudly receiving their diploma in a fun and festive atmosphere.
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking essential. t: 028 4175 3375 |
30/08/2025 1:00pm | 30/08/2025 2:00pm | Warrenpoint Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| End Ceremony |
Join us in Limavady Library to complete the Big Summer Read Challenge and pick up your certificate.
For ages 4-11.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 7776 2540. |
30/08/2025 1:00pm | 30/08/2025 2:00pm | Limavady Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Storytime and Craft |
Make your own hand puppet dragons
Ages 4-11
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 3833 6122. Booking essential. |
30/08/2025 2:00pm | 30/08/2025 3:00pm | Portadown Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Storytime and Craft - Back to School |
Back to School Storytime and Craft
For ages 4-8.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 3026 4683. Booking essential. |
30/08/2025 2:30pm | 30/08/2025 3:30pm | Newry City Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Book Celebration Timeline |
Create bunting to display the topics you enjoyed reading about and include your favourite story books and characters from this summer
Ages 6-11.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 3753 1365. Booking essential. |
30/08/2025 2:30pm | 30/08/2025 3:30pm | Keady Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| The Final - Closing Party |
Family fun, with certificates and surprises.
Let's make a time capsule, putting in information that we would think other Time Travellers would like to find out - Craft. For ages 4-11.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 9048 5079. |
30/08/2025 3:30pm | 30/08/2025 5:00pm | Tullycarnet Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Make your own Rocket |
Craft your own space rocket. |
31/08/2025 3:30pm | 31/08/2025 4:15pm | Coalisland Library | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |