Ballycastle Library
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CUSTOMER NOTICE - Bank Holiday Closures
All Libraries NI’s public and mobile libraries will be closed on Saturday 12, Monday 14 and Tuesday 15 July. Libraries will reopen on Wednesday 16 July.
The Out of Hours service will be closed from Friday 11 July until Tuesday 15 July inclusive reopening on Wednesday 16 July in Out of Hours libraries.
Please remember that eServices (eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and eNewspapers) are available during this period, and joining online is free.
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Customer Notice
Ballycastle Library will be closed on Thursday 3 July due to essential IT upgrades. Alternative libraries include Cushendall and Ballymoney.
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
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| 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. |
| Cultures around the World - Snap and Quiz Game |
As part of Big Summer Read, Ballycastle Library invites you to join us for a fun filled game of Cultures Round the World Snap featuring different cultures. The try you hand at our earth travelling Round-the-World Quiz. 11:00am - 11:45am
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07/07/2025 11:00am | 07/07/2025 11:45am | 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. |
| Prehistoric Dinosaurs - Make Your Own Dino Craft |
The Big Summer Read adventures continue as Ballycastle Library invites you to come and celebrate Ireland's only dinosaur bones found in County Antrim by making your very own 'Dino' craft. Using our craft resources, we invite you to make your 'Dino' to rival the bones of the past.
For ages 4-8.
Children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 2076 2566. Booking advisable. |
07/07/2025 3:15pm | 07/07/2025 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. |
| World Chess Day Competition |
Come on down this summer and help us celebrate World Chess Day in Ballycastle Library by going head to head with our staff in a friendly game of Chess. Everyone Welcome |
19/07/2025 11:00am | 19/07/2025 12:30pm | 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. |
| Ancient Civilisations - Storytime and Viking Craft |
Ballycastle Library invites children aged 4-8 years to come along and enjoy our themed Storytime and Viking Craft, as we commemorate the female Viking Warrior Bones discovered on Rathlin Island.
From 3:15pm - 4:15pm. Booking advised. t: 028 2076 2566 |
26/07/2025 3:15pm | 26/07/2025 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. |
| Papercraft and Scrapbooking Session |
As part of our Summer Activities, Ballycastle Library invites you to come along for a fun filled morning of Papercraft and Scrapbooking. Join our friendly staff and avail of our craft resources, as we work together to create a wonderful piece. Everyone Welcome. |
30/07/2025 11:00am | 30/07/2025 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. |
| History and Mythology Talk and Swan Craft |
As part of Big Summer Read, Ballycastle Library invites you to come along and learn more about the local history of Ballycastle's Castle and local Fairy-tales. Embrace the magical even more with our delightful 'Swan Making' craft, using our craft resources available.
From 3:15pm - 4:15pm Booking advised. t: 028 2076 2566 |
31/07/2025 3:15pm | 31/07/2025 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. |
