Junior and Teenage Reading Groups

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We also host Adult Reading Groups.

Events

Event Name	Event Details	Start Date and Time	End Date and Time	Library	Booking
Reading Gang	Do you love books? Would you like to be a part of a fun reading group, get to vote on the books you read and have a chance at heading the group? For children aged 9-11 years. We will be meeting once a month, on a Wednesday evening please contact the library for dates.	05/03/2025 6:00pm	25/06/2025 7:00pm	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.
Wild About Books - Children's Reading Group	First Thursday of every month from 3:30pm - 4:30pm For children aged 7 - 9 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please contact the library to book; Booking Essential.	01/05/2025 3:30pm	04/06/2026 4:30pm	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.
Teenage Reading Group	First Friday of the month from 3:45pm - 4:30pm Booking essential. Teenage Reading Groups are a great way for young people aged 12+ to explore a wide range of new books, authors and to make new friends along the way. Members are asked to read a chosen book before each meeting, which will be available to borrow for free from the library catalogue.	02/05/2025 3:45pm	05/06/2026 4:30pm	Bangor Carnegie Library	See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Junior Reading Group	Junior Reading Group for P4’s and P5’s on the first Tuesday of each month from 3.30pm to 4:15pm. Booking essential. t: 028 2586 1613	06/05/2025 3:30pm	02/06/2026 4:15pm	Broughshane Library	See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Chatterbooks Reading Group	First Tuesday of the month from 3:30pm - 4:30pm. For children aged 7-9 years accompanied by an adult. Ask staff for further details. t: 028 9266 9345	06/05/2025 3:30pm	02/06/2026 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.
Junior Reading Group	Like books? Love Reading? Join our Junior Book Club for children aged 9-11. First Tuesday of the month from 4:00pm – 4:30pm. No need to book just come along. Junior Reading Groups are a fun way for children to be introduced to a wide range of new books, authors and to make new friends along the way. Members are asked to read a chosen book before each meeting, which will be available to borrow for free from the library catalogue.	06/05/2025 4:00pm	02/06/2026 4:30pm	Glengormley Library	See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Chatterbooks Reading Group	Chatterbooks is an exciting Junior Reading Group where children aged 7 - 9 years can come along to chat about their favourite books, enjoy fun activities and crafts and meet new friends. The First Tuesday of the month (Dates will vary – please ask staff) 4:00pm-5:00pm Booking essential t: 028 3834 1946	06/05/2025 4:00pm	02/06/2026 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.
Junior Reading Group	Junior reading group for children aged 9 - 11 years of age. First Wednesday of every month from 3:15pm - 4:00pm.	07/05/2025 3:15pm	03/06/2026 4:00pm	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.
Junior Reading Gang	Second Thursday of each month from 3:30pm - 4:15pm. Junior Reading Groups are a fun way for children to be introduced to a wide range of new books, authors and to make new friends along the way. Members are asked to read a chosen book before each meeting, which will be available to borrow for free from the library catalogue. For Children aged 7- 9 children must be accompanied by an adult.	08/05/2025 3:30pm	11/06/2026 4:15pm	Dundonald Library	See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Page Turners Reading Group	Second Thursday of every month from 4:15pm to 5:15pm. Booking is essential. This group aims to allow everyone’s reading experiences to be shared and enjoyed. Participants don’t have to be library members but if you join, you can borrow the book the group will be discussing for free.	08/05/2025 4:15pm	11/06/2026 5:15pm	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.
Teenage Reading Group	2nd Thursday of the month from 4:15pm - 5:15pm. We are currently taking names for our new teenage Reading Group which will take place on the 2nd Thursday of each month. This group would suit ages 11 years and over. Please contact the branch if you are interested in signing up by calling 028 8772 2952	08/05/2025 4:15pm	11/06/2026 5:15pm	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.
Junior Reading Group	2nd Tuesday of the month from 3:30pm - 4:00pm. For children aged 7-12 years. Discuss this months book group title with your peers. Ask staff for details.	13/05/2025 3:30pm	09/06/2026 4:00pm	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.
Reading Gang	Second Tuesday of each month from 3:30pm - 4:15pm. Junior Reading Groups are a fun way for children to be introduced to a wide range of new books, authors and to make new friends along the way. Members are asked to read a chosen book before each meeting, which will be available to borrow for free from the library catalogue. For Children aged 9-11 children must be accompanied by an adult.	13/05/2025 3:30pm	09/06/2026 4:15pm	Dundonald Library	See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Junior Reading Group	Second Tuesday of the month from 4:00pm - 4:45pm. Junior Reading Groups are a fun way for children aged 9 to 11 years to be introduced to a wide range of new books, authors and to make new friends along the way. Members are asked to read a chosen book before each meeting, which will be available to borrow for free from the library catalogue.	13/05/2025 4:00pm	09/06/2026 4:45pm	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.
Junior Reading Group	Children’s reading group held on the 3rd Monday on the month. From 3.30pm - 4.30pm for 7-9 year olds. t: 028 9043 1266	15/05/2025 3:30pm	15/06/2026 4:30pm	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.
9 - 11 years reading group	This takes place on the third Thursday of the month. Junior Reading Groups are a fun way for children to be introduced to a wide range of new books, authors and to make new friends along the way. Members are asked to read a chosen book before each meeting, which will be available to borrow for free from the library catalogue.	15/05/2025 6:30pm	19/06/2025 7:30pm	Newtownbreda Library	See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Chatterbooks Reading Group	The third Monday of the Month from 3:30pm – 4:30pm. Starting on Monday 15 January 2024. Chatterbooks is an exciting Junior Reading Group where children aged 7 - 11 years old can experience reading in new and fun ways. Come along to chat about your favourite books, enjoy fun activities and crafts and meet new friends! Booking essential. For more information please contact Whiterock Library. t: 028 9050 9236 e: whiterock.library@librariesni.org.uk	19/05/2025 3:30pm	15/06/2026 4:30pm	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.
Teenage Reading Group	Last Tuesday of the month from 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Teenage Reading Groups are a great way for young people aged 12+ to explore a wide range of new books, authors and to make new friends along the way. The group meets on a regular basis and the book the group will be discussing can be borrowed from the library catalogue for free.	27/05/2025 6:30pm	24/06/2025 7:30pm	Newtownbreda Library	See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Junior Reading Group	Last Wednesday of the month from 3:30pm - 4:30pm. For children aged 9 - 11 years of age, first meeting on 2 October 2024. Booking required. t: 028 9446 3891	28/05/2025 3:30pm	25/06/2025 4:30pm	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.
Junior Reading Group	First Monday of the month from 4:00pm - 5:00pm. Age 8 - 11 years. Junior Reading Groups are a fun way for children to be introduced to a wide range of new books, authors and to make new friends along the way. Members are asked to read a chosen book before each meeting, which will be available to borrow for free from the library catalogue. t: 028 3832 3912 e: suzanne.fox@librariesni.org.uk	02/06/2025 4:00pm	01/06/2026 5:00pm	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.