Cloughfern Library

Cloughfern Library

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CUSTOMER NOTICE - Bank Holiday Closure
 
All public libraries in Northern Ireland will be closed on Monday 31 August and Mobile Libraries will not be on the road. The Out of Hours Service will be available in applicable libraries. You can check out our eResources via our website or app.

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Events

 

Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Activity Afternoon  

Saturday 2:00pm - 4:00pm.
Come along to Cloughfern Library and enjoy our Activity Afternoon.  
Perfect for families / No Booking Required.

 02/05/2026 2:00pm 26/06/2027 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  

Tuesday 11:00am– 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 / No Booking Required / Everyone welcome.

 05/05/2026 11:00am 29/06/2027 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.
Knit and Natter  

Tuesday 11:30am-12:30pm.


Knit and Natter Groups are for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. They are free of charge to attend and participants have the opportunity to share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Members can bring along a project they are already working on or can start something new.


No Booking Required.

 05/05/2026 11:30am 29/06/2027 12:30pm 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.
Cloughfern Craft Corner  

Tuesday 2:30pm– 3:00pm.


Sessions help primary school children develop a love of books, improve their listening skills with a story, and inspire creativity that feeds their imagination with a craft.

 

Booking advisable.
t: 028 9085 4789

 05/05/2026 2:30pm 29/06/2027 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.
Afternoon Club  

Tuesday and Thursday 3:00pm - 4:30pm.


A comfortable place for primary school children to come along and complete homework or enjoy the library / Everyone welcome.

 05/05/2026 3:00pm 29/06/2027 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme  

Thursday 10:30am - 11:00am.


Sessions introduce parents and children aged 0 - 4years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories / Booking advisable.
t: 028 9085 4789

 07/05/2026 10:30am 24/06/2027 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.
Junior Duplo Club  

Thursday 11:00am - 12noon.


Sessions introduce parents and children aged 0 - 4years to the wonder of Duplo Lego / Booking advisable.
t: 028 9085 4789

 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.
Lego Club  

Every Thursday from  2:00pm - 4:00pm.


For children aged 4-12 years; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult / Booking essential / Everyone  welcome.
t: 028 9085 4789

 07/05/2026 2:00pm 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.
Fern and Fiction Club  

First Thursday of the month from 4:00pm - 4:45pm.


Join Cloughfern Library junior reading group for primary school children. Read a book a month and enjoy a chat with others / No Booking Required.

 07/05/2026 4:00pm 03/06/2027 4:45pm 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.
Create a Big Friendly Dream Catcher  

Join us at Cloughfern Library for a magical Roald Dahl Day craft session inspired by the BFG. Create your very own Dream Catcher, just like Sophie might have used to catch phizz‑whizzing dreams, using colourful materials and plenty of imagination.
 

Children aged 4 - 11 years; children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
 

Booking Essential
 

t: 028 9085 4789
e: cloughfern.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

 10/09/2026 2:30pm 10/09/2026 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.
Save the Bees Workshop  

Help us celebrate Go Green with Libraries NI Month! Use our craft resources to decorate your own 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!
 

Suitable for 4 - 11 year olds; children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
 

Booking essential.
 

t: 028 9085 4789
e: cloughfern.library@librariesni.org.uk 

 15/09/2026 3:00pm 15/09/2026 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.
Junk Art Workshop  

Join us at Cloughfern Library for a creative Junk Art Workshop where you can design your own unique creations using materials from our Junk Art Box. This relaxed, hands‑on session is perfect for anyone who wants to get creative, spark their imagination, and see what fun ideas they can bring to life.

Suitable for 4 - 11 year olds; children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

Booking Essential.

t: 028 9085 4789
e: cloughfern.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

 17/09/2026 2:30pm 17/09/2026 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.
Connect North  

Come along to Cloughfern Library and discover how Connect North can connect you to beneficial services and supports within your community to address your practical, social or emotional needs.  You must be over the age of 18 and live within the Northern Health and Social Care Trust area.

No Booking Required 
 

t: 028 9085 4789
e: cloughfern.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

 22/09/2026 11:00am 22/09/2026 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.
Macmillan Coffee Morning  

Join us for a welcoming morning of tea, coffee, friendship and chat while supporting a great cause. Enjoy good company and help raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.

Everyone welcome

t: 028 9085 4789
e: cloughfern.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

 24/09/2026 11:00am 24/09/2026 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.
Go On - Family History  

Family History: Irish birth, death and marriage civil records for beginners. Learn how to use the free website Irish Genealogy to research your family history.

Booking essential.
t: 028 9085 4789
e: cloughfern.library@librariesni.org.uk

 

 29/09/2026 11:15am 29/09/2026 12:15pm 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 Support  

Come along to the 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. 
 

Suitable for adults
 

No Booking Required
 

t: 028 9085 4789
e: cloughfern.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

 29/09/2026 2:00pm 29/09/2026 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.
Good Relations Week Coffee Morning  

Join us for a Good Relations Week Coffee Morning and enjoy a welcoming space to meet new people, share conversation and connect with others in your community.
 

Everyone welcome
 

t: 028 9085 4789
e: cloughfern.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

 13/10/2026 11:00am 13/10/2026 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.
Book Week NI - Hungry Caterpillar Fun  

Celebrate Book Week NI with our Very Hungry Caterpillar Craft session. Children will enjoy creating colourful caterpillar-themed crafts inspired by the classic story while exploring their creativity and having fun.
 

Suitable for 4 - 11 year olds; children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
 

Booking essential.
 

t: 028 9085 4789
e: cloughfern.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

 20/10/2026 2:30pm 20/10/2026 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.
Book Week NI - Hungry Caterpillar Fun  

Celebrate Book Week NI with our Very Hungry Caterpillar Craft session. Children will enjoy creating colourful caterpillar-themed crafts inspired by the classic story while exploring their creativity and having fun.
 

Suitable for 4 - 11 year olds; children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
 

Booking essential.
 

t: 028 9085 4789
e: cloughfern.library@librariesni.org.uk 

 20/10/2026 2:30pm 20/10/2026 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.
Halloween Spooky Scavenger Hunt  

Join us for a Halloween Scavenger Hunt and see if you can spot all the spooky characters hiding around the library! Pick up a hunt sheet during library opening hours and enjoy a fun Halloween challenge for the whole family.
 

Everyone welcome
 

t: 028 9085 4789
e: cloughfern.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

 27/10/2026 11:00am 31/10/2026 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.
Spooktacular Activity Afternoon  

Join us for a Spooky Activity Afternoon packed with Halloween-themed crafts, games and fun activities. A great opportunity for children to get creative and enjoy some frightfully good fun at the library.
 

Booking required.
 

Suitable for 4 - 11 year olds; children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
 

t: 028 9085 4789
e: cloughfern.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

 29/10/2026 2:30pm 29/10/2026 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.