Cloughfern Library

Cloughfern Library

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Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Tea and Newspapers  
Every Tuesday from 11:00am to 1:00pm

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.
06/05/2025 11:00am 23/06/2026 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.
Storytime  
Storytime sessions help children aged 4 - 8 years 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.
 
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
06/05/2025 2:15pm 23/06/2026 2:45pm 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 3:00pm - 4:00pm.
 
All Welcome!
 
For ages 4+ children ages 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
 
Come along to have Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.
06/05/2025 3:00pm 23/06/2026 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme  
Every Thursday 10:30am - 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!
08/05/2025 10:30am 25/06/2026 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.
Crochet Club  

Why not come down to our Intergenerational Crochet club available every Saturday. Beginners Welcome.


Booking advised.
t: 028 9085 4789

10/05/2025 2:30pm 27/06/2026 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.
VIP Adult Reading Group  
Join our Visually Impaired Reading Group with Cloughfern Library online on the last Thursday of the month.
 
Booking is essential.
t: 028 9085 4789
29/05/2025 3:30pm 25/06/2026 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.
Nostaglic Nook  

Join us in Cloughfern Library and view some old newspaper volumes courtesy of Antrim Guardian.

 

Booking not required.

23/09/2025 11:00am 23/09/2025 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.
Macmillan Coffee Morning  

Join us for The Macmillan Coffee Morning! This is about more than fundraising – it’s a chance to enjoy coffee, cake and conversation, reconnect with friends and feel part of your local community while supporting a cause that touches so many lives. Booking is not required.

23/09/2025 11:00am 23/09/2025 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.
Universal Credit and Jobs Advice Session  

Come along to Cloughfern Library for free advice and support on: Universal Credit, CV and interview skills, job searching and applying for jobs. In partnership with the Newtownabbey Jobs and Benefits Office.

 

Booking not required.

23/09/2025 2:00pm 23/09/2025 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.