Ballymoney Library
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Customer Notice - Exceptional Closure
Ballymoney Library will be closed due to refurbishment work, from Monday 30 October until Spring 2024. During this temporary closure alternative libraries include Coleraine, Ballycastle and Kilrea. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
There will be a public Mobile Library available fortnightly at the following location, Castle Street Car Park, Ballymoney from Tuesday 21st November 2023 until Spring 2024 from approx. 1:00pm – 4:30pm. The stop dates and times are as follows and all stop times are from 1:00pm - 4:30pm:
12th March 2024, 26th March 2024.
Library Location
Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date & Time | End Date & Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cryptic Corner |
Every Monday from 11:00am to 1:00pm. There will be puzzles available in the Cryptic Corner of the library. Everyone is welcome to call in and have a go at solving them. |
20/11/2023 11:00 AM | 10/06/2024 01:00 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. |
| 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. |
23/11/2023 11:00 AM | 13/06/2024 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every 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! |
24/11/2023 10:30 AM | 10/05/2024 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. |
| 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. |
24/11/2023 03:00 PM | 14/06/2024 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Saturday 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. t: 028 2766 3589 e: ballymoney.library@librariesni.org.uk |
25/11/2023 10:30 AM | 15/06/2024 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. |
| 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 |
27/11/2023 03:30 PM | 10/06/2024 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. |
| 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. |
28/11/2023 03:30 PM | 11/06/2024 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. |
| 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. |
29/11/2023 02:30 PM | 29/05/2024 03:30 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. |
