Ballycastle Library
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| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knit and Natter (Tuesdays) |
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. Please contact the library for more information. |
06/01/2026 2:30pm | 30/06/2026 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. |
| Duplo Club |
Every Wednesday from 12:30pm to 1:30pm. For children aged 1 – 6 years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer. Please contact the library for more information. |
07/01/2026 12:30pm | 24/06/2026 1:30pm | 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 between 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. |
12/01/2026 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. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
Weekly every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday morning from 10:30am to 12 noon. 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. Please contact the library for more information. |
02/02/2026 10:30am | 26/06/2026 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. |
| 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. |
02/02/2026 2:00pm | 29/06/2026 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. |
| Lego Club (on Mondays) |
Every Monday from 3:15pm to 4:15pm. For children aged 5+ years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer. Please contact the library for more information. |
02/02/2026 3:15pm | 29/06/2026 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme (Tuesday and Saturday Mornings) |
Weekly every Tuesday and Saturday mornings from 10:30am to 11:00am. Please contact the library for more information. |
03/02/2026 10:30am | 30/06/2026 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. |
| ‘Under the Tree’ Storytime |
Weekly, every Tuesday from 3:30pm to 4:00pm. Suitable for ages 4-8 years accompanied by an adult. Please contact the library for more information. |
03/02/2026 3:30pm | 30/06/2026 4:00pm | 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. |
| Children’s Board Game Club |
Weekly every Thursday from 3:30pm – 4:30pm. For children aged 5+ years, come along and play some board games with your friends at Coleraine Library, where are friendly staff are more than happy to help. Please contact the library for more information. |
05/02/2026 3:30pm | 25/06/2026 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. |
| Knit and Natter (Thursdays) |
Weekly every Thursday from 6:30pm to 7:45pm. 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. |
05/02/2026 6:30pm | 25/06/2026 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. |
| Adults Board Game Club |
Weekly every Friday from 2:30pm – 4:00pm. Ballycastle Library invites all adults to come along and play some board games with your friends at the library, where are friendly staff are more than happy to help. Please contact the library for more information. |
06/02/2026 2:30pm | 26/06/2026 4:00pm | 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. |
| Chatterbooks Junior Reading Group |
First Saturday of every month (please contact the library for specific dates) between 11:30am – 12:30pm. Booking is advisable. 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. Please contact the library for more information. |
07/02/2026 11:30am | 27/06/2026 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. |
| Lego Club (on Saturdays) |
Every Saturday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm. For children aged 5+ years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer. Please contact the library for more information. |
07/02/2026 2:00pm | 27/06/2026 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. |
| World Book Day – Roll a Story! Creative Dice Challenge |
Ballycastle Library is excited to celebrate World Book Day with a special “Roll a Story!” session as part of our Board Game Club. We invite children aged 7-12 years to come along and use our dice to create fun and imaginative story starters by rolling for a character, setting, and adventure. |
05/03/2026 3:30pm | 05/03/2026 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. |
| International Women's Day - Remarkable Women 'Stories from Our Past |
Ballycastle Library is pleased to mark International Women's Day with a special session, delivered in partnership with our Local History Group, exploring the lives and achievements of notable Irish and Northern Irish women, using stories, archival material, and community memories. A relaxed discussion-based event for adults interested in local heritage. |
05/03/2026 6:30pm | 05/03/2026 7:30pm | 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. |
| Heritage Week - Ballycastle Library Heritage Festival |
As part of our reopening and Heritage Week celebrations, Ballycastle Library invites you to come along and join us for a week of amazing events as part of our 'Ballycastle Library Heritage Festival'. With events including Storytelling with Stephen O'Hara on behalf of Armstrong Storytelling Trust, a talk by Margaret Ward on her book 'Rebel Women' and several exciting events delivered by Causeway Museum Services, there is sure to be something Heritage for all the family to enjoy. Further details can be found in the Festival Brochure. |
09/03/2026 10:00am | 14/03/2026 5:00pm | 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. |
