Featured events

Every Thursday from 11:00 am to 12 noon.

The online yoga classes are streamed into the Mount Stewart Suite at Fivemiletown Library. These classes are accessible practices designed to reduce stress and help you feel connected.

The focus of the classes will be on intentional movement, breath awareness and relaxation techniques, making it suitable for all levels with no previous experience required.

Start Date: April 3rd 11:00am
End Date: August 7th 12 noon

Please note there will be no sessions on 10 and 17 July

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

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

Come along when you can!

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

Comic Book Club; create your own comics! 

From 3:30pm - 4:30pm.

For children aged 8-12 years. 

Booking essential.

t: 028 9269 2280

Join us for our Family Fun Day one Saturday a month from 10:30am - 12:30pm.

Please contact the library for specific dates.

t: 028 9050 9216

Takes place every Saturday, from 11:00am - 12 noon.

Every Saturday.

Come along and join in the fun with our wide range of board games, Lego and Duplo.

Julie-Anne Bainbridge
t: 028 9336 2261
e: Julie-anne.bainbridge@librariesni.org.uk

Weekly on Saturdays in July and August from 2:00pm - 3:00pm.

Under 8s to be accompanied by an adult.
 

Call in and help complete our Library jigsaw.

Available during library opening hours.

Join in and help complete our jigsaw(s). During normal opening hours.

Session for ASD children and family members to play games and meet other parents and children.

Every fortnight on a Monday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

Please check with the library for dates.
For children aged 4 and over accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.

Please contact the library for dates.

Second Tuesday of the month from 10:30am - 1:00pm.

Booking not required.

Providing breast feeding support for the community of Lurgan.

Every Thursday from 10:00am - 12:00noon.

Booking not required.

Weekly every Thursday from 2:30pm to 4:00pm.

Come along to our weekly Conversation Station to socialise, chat, make friends and discuss community and local information over a nice cuppa.

Contact:
t: 028 2177 1297
e: cushendall.library@librariesni.org.uk

Quiet time every Saturday from 10:00am -11:00am. Lights will be dimmed and we will try to keep noise to a minimum and provide a quiet and peaceful atmosphere.

Material to promote calm and relaxation, such as mindful colouring, will be available on demand.

Please help us to make Saturday mornings special.

Quiet time every Monday from 10:00-11:00am.

Lights will be dimmed and we will do our best to keep noise to a minimum and provide a quiet and peaceful atmosphere.

Material to promote calm and relaxation such as mindful colouring and puzzles will be available on demand.

Please help us to make Monday mornings special.

RNID in partnership with the Department of Health are holding a free walk in Support service for NHS hearing aid users in Lisburn.

4th Wednesday of every month from 11:30am - 1:30pm. The next date for Hearing Aid Checks is 25 June 2025. Booking is not required.

Contact: Louise Montgomery 
Louise.montgomery@rnid.org.uk
020 3227 6089

Monthly support group for people suffering from Macular Degeneration.

Booking not required.
 

Visit the library and donate your child's old uniform in the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council's Uniform Scheme. 

Available during library opening hours.

Visit the library and donate your child's old uniform in the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council's Uniform Scheme. 

Available during library opening hours.

Visit the library and donate your old uniforms in the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council's Uniform Scheme. 

Available during library opening hours.

Visit the library and donate your child's old uniform in the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council's Uniform Scheme. 

Available during library opening hours.

Quiet Time every Tuesday from 5:00pm until 6:00pm. Lights will be dimmed and we will do our best to keep noise to a minimum to provide a peaceful atmosphere.

Materials such as mindful colouring will be available on demand from staff.  

Suitable for all.   
 

An hour of engagement for those living with dementia or memory loss and their carers and families. 
Tea and Coffee available.

Second Wednesday of the month from 1:00pm-2:00pm.

For more information contact Dundonald Library:
t: 028 9048 3394

Come along to Glengormley Library and enjoy an Activity Afternoon to celebrate the Big Summer Reading Challenge. 

Every Thursday in July and August from 2:00pm - 3:00pm.

Booking not required.

Weekly on Thursdays from 3:30pm - 4:30pm.

Under 8s to be accompanied by an adult.

Activity Afternoon Come along to Crumlin Library and enjoy an Activity Afternoon to celebrate the Big Summer Reading Challenge. 

Available on the following dates from 2:00pm - 4:00pm, booking not required.

Friday 4 July
Friday 11 July
Friday 18 July
Friday 25 July
Friday 1 August
Friday 8 August
Friday 15 August

Friday 22 August

Friday 29 August

Held on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 4:00pm - 5:30pm in July and August and from 5:30pm - 7:00pm from September. 

Department of Health are holding a free walk in Support Service where we can:

Re-tube mould style hearing aids, Clean Open-Fit style hearing aids 
• Change and supply RIC wax filters, Supply hearing aid batteries. 
• Advise on getting the best from your hearing aids, Advise on equipment, Provide information on deafness, hearing loss and tinnitus and Signpost to other services. 
• Hearing checks available – (advisable to contact the number below to check availability)

t: 0203 2276160 or 07918 112290 

An exhibition of landscape paintings rendered in oils on canvas.  The artist specialises  specialises in painting over metal foils as this technique captures the essence of sunlight dancing on water.

Tel: 028 4372 2710.

Quiet time every Thursday morning.

Lights will be dimmed and we’ll do our best to keep noise to a minimum and provide a quiet and peaceful atmosphere.

Material to promote calm and relaxation e.g. mindful colouring will be available on request.

Call in and enjoy this month’s display depicting how Grahame Booth’s latest book, "Plein Air Painting with Watercolours", was conceived, designed and produced.

Available during library opening hours.

Step into the landscapes of Lough Foyle and Binevenagh and uncover the hidden traces of Ireland’s first comprehensive survey.

Mapping Monuments is a community heritage project that brings to life the people, places, and practices behind the original Ordnance Survey (OS) of Ireland, begun in the 1820s.

Tel: 028 9336 2261.

A collection of paintings by Midland Art Group

Tel: 028 9040 1365.

Bring your favourite teddy and join us for a magical morning filled with stories, rhymes, and games under the story tree. Perfect for younger children and families who want to share a special moment with their cuddly companions!

Booking not required.

Launch of the Midland Art group exhibition.

Tel: 028 9040 1365.

As part of our Summer Activities, Garvagh Library invites adults to celebrate National Colouring Book Day with us at our Coffee and Colouring afternoon. Partake in some summer themed mindful colouring over a cuppa. 

Everyone welcome. 2:30pm – 3:30pm

Booking not required.

Drop-in Service to support people who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus

Tel: 028 8676 3702.

Connect North can connect you to beneficial services and supports within your community to address your practical, social or emotional needs.

Come and try your hand at weaving, all materials will be provided, and hosted by Master Weaver Judith.

For ages 6-10.

Children age 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Tel: 028 9081 3568.  Booking essential.

Group meets on the 1st Tuesday of every month. Tea, Coffee and biscuits provided.

From 10:30am - 11:30am.

Connect North can connect you to beneficial services and supports within your community to address your practical, social or emotional needs.  You must be over the age of 18 and live within the Northern Health and Social Care Trust area.  

Additionally, if you could include the web link below the dates, that would be fantastic as we try to have this on all our information.  To browse the Connect North Directory of Service, go to www.connectnorth.co.uk

Linzee Greer from the Sensory Support Service will be in Killyleagh Library to provide an information session for anyone who visually impaired.

Tel: 028 4482 8407.

Safe and Well service and volunteer befriending service - signpost to health advice, home safety checks and much more.

Booking not required.

A 'lively and comedic' conversation around planning for end of life, death and dying. A free public workshop for people aged 55+, this session will take place in Fintona Library on Wednesday 6 August from 10:30am - 12:30pm. The workshop will be led by creative facilitators from the Art of Life programme, Anthea McWilliams and Briege McClean. Booking is essential, so please drop in or call the library on 028 8284 1774 to secure your place.

Support centre for women, open to all.
Booking not required.

Join us in Cookstown Thrive on Thursday for our Walk for Wellness and Connection where we will begin with a gentle local walk followed by a craft class where we will create Words of affirmation keepsakes using clay and other materials.

All ages and abilities welcome to join!  Booking advisable.

Tel: 028 8676 3702.

Thursday 7 August 2025

As part of Feile Cluichi as Gaeilge 11:00 - 12 noon 
Assortment of games and activities for younger children all in Irish to encourage conversation and social skills.

Storytime as Gaeilge 3:00pm - 3:30pm.

Storytime as Gaeilge is a great introduction to the Irish language for young children, and for parents who are curious about exploring the Irish language through literature and in a local community setting.

Learn the basics of coding with an interactive game that helps Kubo get to school, play football and go to the shops.  
Suitable for 4-10 year olds. 
t: 028 9261 9330

Hosted by Fivemiletown Library in association with the William Carleton Society, this day-long programme explores the literary legacy of some of Ulster’s most influential writers, including William Carleton, Benedict Kiely, Patrick Kavanagh, and W.F. Marshall. The event will feature talks by renowned speakers Paul Clements, Shaun O’Byrne, and William Anderson, as well as a panel discussion with members of the Carleton Committee. 

Tea and coffee will be provided, and an optional lunch is available at the Valley Hotel (advance notice required).

Booking essential. To reserve your place, please contact Fivemiletown Library.

t: 028 8952 1409

A 'lively and comedic' conversation around planning for end of life, death and dying. A free public workshop for people aged 55+, this session will take place in Irvinestown Library on Friday 8 August from 10:30am - 12:30pm. The workshop will be led by creative facilitators from the Art of Life programme, Anthea McWilliams and Briege McClean. Booking is essential, so please drop in or call the library on 028 6862 1383 to secure your place.

Learn the basics of coding with an interactive game that helps Kubo get to school, play football and go to the shops.  
Suitable for 4-10 year olds. 

From 2:00pm - 3:00pm and 3:30pm - 4:30pm

t: 028 9070 1620

An exhibition of photographic depictions of landscapes and portraits of landscapes in acrylic.

Tel: 028 4372 2710.

An exhibition of photographic depictions of landscapes and portraits of landscapes in acrylic.

Tel: 028 4372 2710.

Drop in session from RNID.

Booking not required.

Connect North can connect you to beneficial services and supports within your community to address your practical, social or emotional needs.  You must be over the age of 18 and live within the Northern Health and Social Care Trust area.  

Additionally, if you could include the web link below the dates, that would be fantastic as we try to have this on all our information.  To browse the Connect North Directory of Service, go to www.connectnorth.co.uk

Do you have a concern about the health, or social care, you or someone you care for has received? Drop in to Enniskillen Library for free support and advice from the Patient and Client Council on Monday 11 August between 10:30am - 1:00pm. For more information, please contact PCC by phone on 0800 917 0222 or by email at info@pcc-ni.net

Booking not required.

Family Fun Day -  meet your emergency services, Rhythm and Rhyme, Lego, coding and lots more fun for the family. 
Booking not required.

Talk by Dr Tom Neill on the origins of Ulster Sayings.

Booking essential.
t: 028 9188 2507

Portrush Library looks forward to welcoming the team from PRONI (Public Record Office for Northern Ireland) into the library, for a unique opportunity to chat with the team about research, learn how to use PRONI resources and view original documents which will be on display during the event.

Everyone welcome to attend.

Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Tel: 028 7082 3718.

Information stand with free support and advice for anyone concerned about the health or social care they have received.

Booking not required.

Concerned about health or social care you or someone you care for received? The PCC offers free support and advice.

Booking not required.

As part of our Summer Activities, Limavady Library invites adults to come along and join our staff for an enjoyable afternoon of fun with our Adult Board Games Afternoon. Scrabble and Connect 4 are just some of the classic games on offer. Are you for to take on the challenge? 

Everyone Welcome 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Step into a world of dragons, dungeons, and daring quests in this beginner-friendly DandD session designed for young adventurers! With characters provided and an experienced Dungeon Master to guide the way, players will create the story together in a single epic afternoon—no experience needed, just imagination!

Suitable for children aged 9-12 years. 
Booking is essential; t: 028 2589 0019 

Step into magical worlds with fairy tale stories and crafts for all ages.

Suitable for children aged 4-11 years; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. 
Booking is required; t: 028 2582 2228

Enjoy a special Gaming Session at Ballyclare Library. From board games to screen, enjoy the fun atmosphere at this event.

Booking advised.

t: 028 9335 2269

Ballymoney Library invites you to come along and help us celebrate National Granny Square Day by showing us your crochet skills.  Celebrate this special day with a cuppa and offer each other advice on crocheting. Don't forget our useful library books on crocheting can also help our beginners or challenge our experts. Everyone Welcome.

Suitable for adults; booking is not required.

Get Carnival Ready! In preparation for Belfast Mela Carnival, join us in the children’s library to make musical shakers and make some noise to celebrate the diversity, rhythms and sights that make up the multicultural life of Northern Ireland. 

All are welcome to attend, for children aged 4-11 years accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable, please speak to a member of staff. 

Friday 15 August 3:30pm-4:30pm 

t: 028 9050 9150 

Coleraine  Library close off the summer by saying farewell to any old books in need of rehoming, and recycle them for someone else's 'old to them but new to you' reads. And if you can't find anything to your taste you can always sign up and borrow some of ours.

Everyone Welcome. 10:00am - 12:00pm

A 'lively and comedic' conversation around planning for end of life, death and dying. A free public workshop for people aged 55+, this session will take place in Enniskillen Library on Tuesday 19 August from 10:30am - 12:30pm. The workshop will be led by creative facilitators from the Art of Life programme, Anthea McWilliams and Briege McClean. Booking is essential, so please drop in or call the library on 028 6632 2886 to secure your place.

Event organised by the Jobs and Benefits Office to assist people applying for jobs.

Tel: 028 4176 2278.

Support service offering beneficial support to the local community.

Tel: 028 8676 3702.

Launch and readings from "Harvest The Light" - a publication by the Meigh Writers Group.

Booking not required.

Step into a world of dragons, dungeons, and daring quests in this beginner-friendly DandD session designed for young adventurers! With characters provided and an experienced Dungeon Master to guide the way, players will create the story together in a single epic afternoon—no experience needed, just imagination!

For children aged 9-12 years.
Booking essential.
t: 028 2888 5552

Join us in Omagh Library on Thursday 21 August from 2:00pm until 3:00pm for our new, free, monthly story and discussion session for adults. This session is open to everyone and will continue on the third Thursday of each month. A short story will be read-aloud by a facilitator with breaks in between for discussion around the themes and characters. This is a relaxed session were you will connect with others over a cuppa and have the opportunity to sit back and enjoy listening to a story before engaging in conversation. For more information call Omagh Library on 028 8244 0733.

Booking advised.

Come along to the library and meet a team member from Rosie's Trust which is an organisation that is dedicated in keeping dogs, cats and their ill owners stay together with practical support.  

Join us and hear about the services available and volunteer opportunities.
 

Join a taster session to learn the basic techniques of Chi Me.
Booking essential.
t: 028 8774 0569

An exhibition of collage portraits both still life and landscapes in mixed mediums in addition to figurative art rendered in collage.

Tel: 028 4372 2710.
 

Step into a world of dragons, dungeons, and daring quests in this beginner-friendly DandD session designed for young adventurers! With characters provided and an experienced Dungeon Master to guide the way, players will create the story together in a single epic.

Suitable for children aged 9-12 years.
Booking is essential; t: 028 2827 7047

Take a break from your screens and reconnect with some good old fashioned fun. Join us in Coleraine Library for a family fun filled afternoon of games, giggles and great company. 

Everyone Welcome from  2:00pm - 4:00pm

Banbridge Jobs and Benefits Office will be in Banbridge Library to offer support for UC, CV and interview skills, job searches and more.

Booking not required.

Health checks are available to anyone over the age of 18. They are primarily targeted towards farmers, farm family members and those in rural communities who do regularly attend their GP and have not had a cholesterol or blood pressure check within the past year.

Appointments take approximately 30 minutes, checking Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, BMI, Diabetic Risk and more, with general lifestyle and mental health and wellbeing advice provided by our trained nurses.

Attendance is by appointment only and can be booked by contacting Newtownstewart Library.

t: 028 8166 2060

Come along and enjoy the songs form Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Enjoy the tale of Charlie Bucket and his family. We even have a doodle table for those fidgety fingers.

t: 028 9085 1157

Come along and celebrate Roald Dahl Day with a special Activity Table.

From 10:00am - 12 noon.

Using film licence to do a Roald Dahl specific film.

Join us at Antrim Library for a Sensory Friendly Film Screening to celebrate Roald Dahl Day. Bring your packed lunch to enjoy whilst watching one of his books on the "big screen."

Join us at Antrim Library and take part in the family Roald Dahl quiz.

From 3:00pm - 4:00pm, everyone welcome.

Every Wednesday.

Join us for a new embroidery and cross stitch group. Share inspirations and skills with like-minded people.

Tinya Parkes 
t: 028 9050 9235 
e: Suffolk.library@librariesni.org.uk