Ballycastle Library

Ballycastle Library

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Event Name Event Details Start Date & Time End Date & Time Booking
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
 11/11/2024 11:00 AM 09/06/2025 12:00 PM 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  
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.
 16/11/2024 11:00 AM 21/06/2025 12:00 PM 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.

A group for anyone who enjoys knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. Share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Bring whatever you are working on at the moment or start a new project.

 18/11/2024 06:30 PM 23/06/2025 07:45 PM 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  

From 4:00pm - 5:30pm; please contact the library for dates.

The Adult Reading Group for 16's and over gives an opportunity for adults to discuss their latest book.

 19/11/2024 04:00 PM 25/06/2025 05:30 PM 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
 21/11/2024 02:00 PM 26/06/2025 03:00 PM 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.
 
 22/11/2024 02:15 PM 27/06/2025 04:30 PM 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.
Job Club Sessions  

Weekly Job Club Sessions every Monday between 10:00am to 12 noon.

 

Come along for support and information on Department for the Economy's Career Service with weekly sessions focusing on help with a range of topics.

Admission is free and booking not required.

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk

 25/11/2024 10:00 AM 23/06/2025 12:00 PM 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
 25/11/2024 03:15 PM 23/06/2025 04:15 PM 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!
 26/11/2024 10:30 AM 24/06/2025 11:00 AM 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.
 26/11/2024 02:30 PM 24/06/2025 04:30 PM 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 (term time only)  

First Wednesday 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.

 04/12/2024 03:15 PM 04/06/2025 04:00 PM 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.
Pride and Prejudice - The Great Jane Austen Costume and Book Display  

To celebrate Jane Austen Day, Ballycastle Library invites you to come along and view our book display, marking one of literatures great authors. Also check out our Austin inspired outfits, proudly wore by our friendly library staff and feel free to join in the fun and dress up in your favourite Jane Austin's characters outfit. 

 

Everyone Welcome. Available During Opening Hours.

 16/12/2024 10:00 AM 16/12/2024 05:00 PM 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.
Festive Afternoon Christmas Party  

We invite all customers and attendees of the weekly Irish Language Class to come along to our Festive Afternoon Christmas Party as we celebrate the upcoming Christmas holiday with plenty of mince pies, shortbread and Shloer on offer. 

Come along and join in the all fun.  

 

Everyone Welcome. 2:00pm - 3:00pm.

 19/12/2024 02:00 PM 19/12/2024 03:00 PM 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.
Festive Evening Christmas Party  

We invite all customers and attendees of the weekly Knit & Natter to come along to our Festive Evening Christmas Party as we celebrate the upcoming Christmas holiday with plenty of mince pies, shortbread and Shloer on offer. Come along and join in the all fun.  

 

Everyone Welcome. 6:30pm - 7:30pm.

 19/12/2024 06:30 PM 19/12/2024 07:45 PM 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.