Brew Monday
Brew Monday takes place on the third Monday in January (19 January 2026) and is Samaritans’ nationwide reminder of how powerful simple human connection can be. It’s about putting the kettle on, taking time for a cuppa and a catch-up, and creating space for small talk to turn into something more meaningful.
Once again, Libraries NI is proud to support Brew Monday by hosting Cuppa and chat events in libraries across Northern Ireland taking place on or around Monday 19 January 2026. Our libraries will open their doors as warm, welcoming community spaces where people can drop in for a free hot drink, enjoy a friendly conversation and find out more about the vital work of Samaritans.
At participating libraries, visitors can drop by for a free hot drink while enjoying friendly conversation and learning more about the vital work of Samaritans in our communities.
Take a look at the table below to check out when your local library is hosting an event.
Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Library | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brew Monday, Tea Together |
Join us for Brew Monday at the library for a relaxed morning of tea, coffee and good company. Come along, meet new people and enjoy a little time together.
Everyone welcome
t: 028 2563 3950
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18/01/2027 10:30am | 18/01/2027 12 noon | 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. |
| Brew Monday |
Beat the January Blues Coffee and a bit of craic with staff and friends. Booking not essential. t:028 2827 7047 e:larne.library@librariesni.org.uk |
18/01/2027 10:30am | 18/01/2027 12 noon | 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. |
| Brew Monday: Tea, Talk and Togetherness at Carrickfergus Library |
Join us for Brew Monday at the library for a relaxed morning of tea, friendly conversation and good company. Come along, have a cuppa, meet new people and enjoy a little togetherness. |
18/01/2027 10:30am | 18/01/2027 12 noon | 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. |
| Brew Monday |
Pop in and connect over a cup of tea or coffee to help combat loneliness and the ‘January Blues’. Booking not essential
T: 028 2589 0019 |
19/01/2027 10:30am | 19/01/2027 7:30pm | 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. |
| Brew Monday |
Connect over a cup of tea or coffee to help combat loneliness and the "January blues." Let’s turn the often cited "most difficult day" of the year into a positive, supportive experience by getting to know those around you in your local community whom you may not have met before.
Booking not required. Adult event.
Wednesday 20 January 2027 10:30am-12:00pm
t: 028 9335 3249 |
20/01/2027 10:30am | 20/01/2027 12 noon | 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. |