Ballymoney Library
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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. |
25/11/2024 11:00 AM | 23/06/2025 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. |
| 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 |
25/11/2024 03:30 PM | 23/06/2025 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. |
| 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. |
26/11/2024 03:30 PM | 24/06/2025 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. |
| Knit and Natter |
Every Tuesday from 6:00pm - 7:30pm. |
26/11/2024 06:00 PM | 24/06/2025 07:30 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. |
| 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. |
27/11/2024 10:30 AM | 27/06/2025 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. |
| 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. |
27/11/2024 02:30 PM | 25/06/2025 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. |
| 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. |
28/11/2024 11:00 AM | 26/06/2025 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. |
| 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. |
29/11/2024 03:00 PM | 27/06/2025 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. |
| Hunt Around the Christmas Tree' - The Wonderful Scavenger Hunt |
As part of our Christmas Celebrations, Ballymoney Library invites children aged 4 - 11 years to come along and enjoy our 'Hunt Around the Christmas Tree' Scavenger Hunt, where your task is to hunt around the library for wonderful Christmas figures. Be sure to show our friendly library staff know which figures you discover.
Everyone Welcome. Available During Opening. |
01/12/2024 10:00 AM | 21/12/2024 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. |
| North Pole Comes to Ballymoney Library - Window Display |
Ballymoney Library invites you to come along and view our North Pole Wonder Window Display, on our new building windows, following our recent refurbishment, as we get well truly into the Christmas Spirit.
Everyone Welcome. Available During Opening Hours. |
02/12/2024 10:00 AM | 31/12/2024 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. |
| Name the Elf on the Shelf' - Children's Christmas Challenge |
To celebrate Christmas and get into the festive spirit, Ballymoney Library invites you to come along and tell us your name for our Ballymoney naughty elf on the shelf. Our library staff will then be choosing the winning names. Come along, give your name and see if you will be the lucky winner.
Everyone Welcome. During Opening hours. |
02/12/2024 10:00 AM | 21/12/2024 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. |
| Poetry Group |
Poetry Group held on the first Thursday of the month from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.
t: 028 2766 3589 |
05/12/2024 03:00 PM | 05/06/2025 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. |
| Our Jolly Kids Gingerbread Man Craft |
Come along and join our fun packed 'Jolly Kids Gingerbread Man Craft' as we invite children aged 4 - 8 years to use our craft materials to make their very own Gingerbread Man to display at home with their Christmas decorations to give to family and friends.
Everyone Welcome from 11:00am - 12:00noon. Booking advised. t: 028 2766 3589 |
14/12/2024 11:00 AM | 14/12/2024 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. |
| Children's Winter Wonderland Storytime Session |
Ballymoney Library invites children aged 4 - 8 years to come along and join us for a Merry Christmas Storytime session of festive themed tales full of winter cheer to help us all get in the joyful spirit of the season.
Everyone Welcome from 3:30pm - 4:00pm. Booking not required.
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16/12/2024 03:30 PM | 16/12/2024 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. |
| Festive Afternoon Christmas Party |
We invite all customers and attendees of the weekly Tea and Newspapers 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 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm. |
20/12/2024 03:00 PM | 20/12/2024 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. |
| Rudoph's Magical Make your Own Reindeer Dust Children's Craft |
Ballymoney Library invites children aged 3 - 10 years to come along and join in all the fun with our make your own reindeer dust that you can take home and sprinkle on your lawn so Santa knows which house to go to and deliver his presents on Christmas Eve.
Booking Advisable from 3:00pm - 3:30pm. |
21/12/2024 03:00 PM | 21/12/2024 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. |
