Libraries NI Yarnspinners

Libraries NI Yarnspinners are regular storytelling events supported by The Armstrong Storytelling Trust which take place in various libraries on a monthly basis between September and May. The original monthly Tullycarnet Yarnspinners has been running continually for 31 years and includes additional storytelling clubs Bangor Carnegie Library and Lisburn City Library. The Armstrong Storytelling Trust also holds additional one off events in other libraries.

Yarnspinners meetings provide the perfect opportunity and platform for new storytelling talent to share traditional

stories and yarns in the company of professional storyteller and Libraries NI Storyteller in Residence, Liz Weir MBE.

Throughout the yearly programme, participants are given the chance to listen to and learn from a diverse mix of guest storytellers who have been honing their craft for many years and also from storytellers who are only starting out.

Everyone is welcome to come along, see below for details of the upcoming Yarnspinners events.

Click on the + symbols in the table below to view the full details for each event.

Events

Event Name	Event Details	Start Date and Time	End Date and Time	Library	Booking
Bangor Carnegie Yarnspinners	Fran O'Boyle specialises in re-telling stories from the Anglo-Welsh borders and the Glens of Antrim. He has been working as a professional storyteller for many years and is now researching the folklore of Northwest Donegal. Booking not required.	08/10/2025 2:30pm	08/10/2025 4:00pm	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.
Weaving words with Liz Weir	Step into a world of wonder with Libraries NI’s Storyteller in Residence Liz Weir MBE, for a captivating afternoon of storytelling as part of the Creative Ireland, Shared Island Project. Liz will weave tales inspired by shared history, identity, and community - stories that spark imagination and bring people together. Booking essential. t: 028 2563 3950	08/10/2025 3:00pm	08/10/2025 4:00pm	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.
Lisburn City Yarnspinners with Maura Johnston	Join us in Lisburn City Library for an afternoon of stories with Maura Johnston. t: 028 9266 9345	15/10/2025 2:30pm	15/10/2025 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.
Storytelling Session for Good Relations Week with Liz Weir	As part of Good Relations Week join us for a special evening of storytelling for adults with Storyteller Liz Weir. Booking advised. t: 028 9081 3568	15/10/2025 6:30pm	15/10/2025 7:30pm	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.
Storytelling Session (Part of Good Relations Week 2025)	Join us for a magical evening of storytelling for adults as part of Good Relations Week with Sinead McAleavey. Booking advised. t: 028 4175 3375	15/10/2025 6:45pm	15/10/2025 7:45pm	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.
Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Alton Chung	Join us in Tullycarnet Library for an evening of tales with Storyteller Alton Chung for a mix of the superstitions of of the Hawaiian islands with the history of Japan and Korea. Booking essential. t: 028 9048 5079	16/10/2025 7:00pm	16/10/2025 8:30pm	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.
Armstrong Storytelling with Stephen O’Hara	Join us this Book Week for an unforgettable evening of storytelling for adults with Stephen O’Hara. A master storyteller from the Glens of Antrim, Stephen brings Irish Folklore and legend to life.	21/10/2025 6:30pm	21/10/2025 7:30pm	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.
Banbridge Literary Festival- Yarnspinners	Doreen McBride will join us to share some local 'yarns' Booking advised. t: 028 4062 3973	28/10/2025 6:30pm	28/10/2025 7:30pm	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.
Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Janice Witherspoon	Join us in Tullycarnet Yarnspinners for an evening of tales with Storyteller Janice Witherspoon, with music from Maebh McKeon. Booking essential. t: 028 9048 5079	20/11/2025 7:00pm	20/11/2025 8:30pm	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.
Tullycarnet Yarnspinners	Join us in Tullycarnet Library for an open session of seasonal tales. Share your own story, song or poem suitable for the season. t: 028 9048 5079	18/12/2025 7:00pm	18/12/2025 8:30pm	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.