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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
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
 
27/04/2026 3:30pm 25/06/2027 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.
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.
01/05/2026 3:00pm 25/06/2027 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.

For children aged 5-10, all children attending this event must be accompanied by an adult.
05/05/2026 3:30pm 29/06/2027 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme (Wednesdays and Fridays)  
Every Wednesday and Friday 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!
Please contact the library for more information.
06/05/2026 10:30am 30/06/2027 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.
07/05/2026 11:00am 24/06/2027 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.
Poetry Group  

Poetry Group held on the first Thursday of the month from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

 

t: 028 2766 3589

07/05/2026 3:00pm 03/06/2027 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.
Sensory Playtime  

Monthly on the last Thursday of every month from 3:00pm to 4:00pm. Suitable for ages 3+ years.

Sensory playtime in Ballymoney Library offers children a dedicated time with various sensory equipment for sensory-based play.

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2766 3589
 

28/05/2026 3:00pm 24/06/2027 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.
Big Summer Read - 'Design Your Own Sports Jersey' Craft  

The Big Summer Read is about to get sporty at Ballymoney Library, as we invite children aged 5-10 years to come along and enjoy our 'Design Your Own Sports Jersey' Craft. Whether it's football, hockey, rugby or any other sport, join our friendly library staff and create your own Sports jersey using our selection of craft resources. 

From 2:30pm - 3:00pm, booking not required.

18/07/2026 2:30pm 18/07/2026 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.
Big Summer Read - 'Wild Writing with the RSPB' Workshop  

Ballymoney Library is delighted to welcome the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) as part of our Big Summer Read celebrations, to host their 'Wild Writing' Workshop for children aged 5-10 years. Join the RSPB and create your very ow 'Wild Writing' as part of RSPB's 'Wild Challenge Programme'. 

Booking Essential. 2:00pm - 3:00pm
t: 028 2766 3589
e: ballymoney.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

22/07/2026 2:00pm 22/07/2026 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.
Big Summer Read - 'Erupting volcanoes' Lego Challenge  

The Big Summer Read meets science at Ballymoney Library, as we invite children aged 5-10 to come along and enjoy our 'Erupting volcanoes' Lego Challenge.  Using our selection of Lego, your challenge is to build a volcano before joining our friendly staff for a special experiment, where they will help you make an erupting volcano.  

Booking Essential. 2:30pm - 3:30pm
t: 028 2766 3589
e: ballymoney.library@librariesni.org.uk

 

27/07/2026 2:30pm 27/07/2026 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.
Save the Bees flowerpot craft  

Help us celebrate Go Green with Libraries NI Month! Use our craft resources to decorate your very own flowerpot before planting special seed paper to grow your own colourful wildflowers. These flowers will give bees and other pollinators much needed food reserves before the winter months! Booking essential

t: 028 2766 3589
e: ballymoney.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

19/09/2026 2:00pm 19/09/2026 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.
Macmillan Coffee Morning  

Ballymoney Library invites you to join us as we hold our Macmillan Coffee Morning, in support of Macmillan Cancer Support. Come along and enjoy lots of good chat over a nice cuppa and help raise money to support those living with cancer. 

Booking not required.

t: 028 2766 3589
e: ballymoney.library@librariesni.org.uk 

25/09/2026 11:00am 25/09/2026 1:00pm 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.
30/09/2026 2:30pm 30/06/2027 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.