Ballymoney Library
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poetry Group |
Poetry Group held on the first Thursday of the month from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.
t: 028 2766 3589 |
01/05/2025 3:00pm | 04/06/2026 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. |
| Knit and Natter |
Every Tuesday from 6:00pm - 7:30pm. |
06/05/2025 6:00pm | 23/06/2026 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme (Wednesdays and Fridays) |
Every Wednesday and Friday from 10:30am to 11:00am. Booking is essential. 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! Please contact the library for more information. |
07/05/2025 10:30am | 26/06/2026 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. |
| Mindful Colouring |
Every Thursday from 11:00am to 12 noon. Mindful Colouring groups are for anyone who wants to explore the world of adult colouring with intricate colouring patterns and designs. They can enhance well-being, help calm the mind and relieve stress through relaxed, meditative colouring in. |
08/05/2025 11:00am | 25/06/2026 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 |
Every Friday from 3:00pm to 4:00pm. 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. |
09/05/2025 3:00pm | 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. |
| Storytime |
Weekly, every Monday from 3:30pm to 4:00pm. Suitable for ages 4-8 years. Storytime sessions help children develop a love of books, improve their listening skills, inspire creativity and feeds their imagination. Join our friendly staff as they read popular books and introduce children to a whole range of different authors. Please contact the library for more information. t: 028 2766 3589 e: ballymoney.library@librariesni.org.uk |
12/05/2025 3:30pm | 22/06/2026 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. |
| Lego Club |
Every Tuesday from 3:30pm to 5:00pm. Booking is essential. For children aged 5-10, all children attending this event must be accompanied by an adult. |
13/05/2025 3:30pm | 23/06/2026 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. |
| Adult Reading Group |
Last Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 3:30pm. Adult Reading Groups are a great opportunity for members to join in some lively literary discussions in a relaxed, friendly environment. The groups encourage people to read for pleasure, share their enthusiasm and express opinions about books and their authors. The group meets on a regular basis and the book the group will be discussing can be borrowed from the library catalogue for free. |
28/05/2025 2:30pm | 24/06/2026 3:30pm | 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. |
| Sensory Playtime |
Monthly on the last Thursday of every month from 3:00pm to 4:00pm. Suitable for ages 3+ years. Please contact the library for more information. |
25/09/2025 3:00pm | 25/06/2026 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. |
| Artsekta Multicultural Event |
Interactive Music and Dance Performance. |
17/10/2025 2:00pm | 17/10/2025 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. |
| 'Roll Me a Story' Writing Session |
To celebrate Book Week NI, Ballymoney Library invites children aged 5 - 10 years to come along and take part in our 'Roll Me a Story' writing session. Children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Whether it be about knights and princesses or rockets and ray guns, let the creative stories roll! 6:30pm - 7:00pm. |
21/10/2025 6:30pm | 21/10/2025 7:00pm | 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. |
| Book Bingo! |
Mark off a bookish bongo card cards and see who can shout BINGO first! Everyone welcome, refreshments served. 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Booking not required. |
23/10/2025 3:00pm | 23/10/2025 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. |
| Ballymoney Library's 'Happy Halloween Scavenger Hunt' |
Celebrate Halloween in Ballymoney Library, as we invite children aged 3-11 years to come along and enjoy our 'Happy Halloween Scavenger Hunt'. From witches to ghastly ghouls, see if you can find any hidden amongst the shelves of Ballymoney Library.
From 2:30pm - 4:30pm, booking not required. |
24/10/2025 2:30pm | 24/10/2025 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. |
| Book Detective Family Scavenger Hunt |
Family book themed scavenger hunt and craft session. Everyone welcome from 2:30pm - 3:00pm.
Booking not required. |
25/10/2025 2:30pm | 25/10/2025 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. |
| Halloween 'Spooky Mask Making' Craft |
Ballymoney Library invites children aged 4-8 years to come along and join us in celebrating Halloween with our special 'Spooky Mask Making' craft, guided by our friendly Library Staff using our selection of craft resources.
From 3:30pm - 4:00pm Booking not required. |
31/10/2025 3:30pm | 31/10/2025 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. |
