Ballycastle Library
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📢 CUSTOMER NOTICE - Bank Holiday Closure 📢
All public libraries in Northern Ireland will be closed on the Spring Bank Holiday, Monday 26 May and Mobile Libraries will not be on the road on that date. The Out of Hours Service will remain available on 26 May in appropriate libraries. Remember that members have free access to eServices during this period. Register to become a Member.
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatterbooks Junior Reading Group |
To be held monthly on a Saturday 12 (specific dates, please contact the library) from 11:00am to 12 noon. Booking is essential. Chatterbooks is an exciting Junior Reading Group where children aged 7 - 11 years can come along to chat about their favourite books, enjoy fun activities and crafts and meet new friends. |
03/05/2025 11:00am | 27/06/2026 12 noon | See event details to check if booking is 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 |
Every Tuesday from 10:30am to 11:00am. Rhythm and Rhyme sessions introduce parents and children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories. Each session offers an entertaining opportunity for children to engage with others, provides a good foundation to develop their reading, listening and language skills and of course to have lots of fun! |
06/05/2025 10:30am | 23/06/2026 11:00am | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Knit and Natter |
Weekly every Tuesday from 2:30pm to 4:30pm. Knit and Natter Groups are for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. They are free of charge to attend and participants have the opportunity to share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Members can bring along a project they are already working on or can start something new. |
06/05/2025 2:30pm | 23/06/2026 4:30pm | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Irish Language Conversation |
Ballycastle Library invites you to come along and join our weekly Irish Language Conversation group which takes place every Thursday from 2:00pm – 3:00pm. Please contact the library for more information. t: 028 2076 2566 e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk |
08/05/2025 2:00pm | 25/06/2026 3:00pm | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
Tea and Newspapers groups give adults the opportunity to meet new people, socialise and discuss local and national affairs in the newspapers while enjoying complimentary tea/coffee and biscuits. Every Friday from 2:15pm - 4:30pm. |
09/05/2025 2:15pm | 26/06/2026 4:30pm | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Adult Reading Group |
Second Monday of every month from 11:00am – 12 noon. 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. Please contact the library for more information. t: 028 2076 2566 e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk |
12/05/2025 11:00am | 08/06/2026 12 noon | See event details to check if booking is 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 |
Every Monday from 3:15pm to 4:15pm. For children aged 5 - 10 years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer. Come along to have some Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build. Please contact the library for more information. t: 028 2076 2566 |
12/05/2025 3:15pm | 22/06/2026 4:15pm | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Knit and Natter |
Please contact the library for dates. |
12/05/2025 6:30pm | 23/06/2025 7:45pm | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival - Themed Storytime and Children's Craft |
Ballycastle Library invites children aged 4-8 years to come along and join us for a special coastal themed Storytime and seaside craft session afterwards, as part of our Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival celebrations.
From 3:15pm - 4:15pm. Booking advised. t: 028 2076 2566 |
23/05/2025 3:15pm | 23/05/2025 4:15pm | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
| Ballycastle Library presents Dessie Smyth 'I'll Rise Up' Book Launch |
Ballycastle Library invites you to come along and join us as we welcome local author, baker and Ballycastle Community Fridge founder Dessie Smyth into the library.
Dessie will be delighting all those in attendance as he reads from his new book "I'll Rise Up", a collection of art, poems and stories.
Everyone Welcome. 6:30pm - 7:45pm Booking advised. t: 028 2076 2566 |
29/05/2025 6:30pm | 29/05/2025 7:45pm | See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event. |
