Cloughfern Library

Cloughfern Library

Holidays Notice and Latest Service Updates

Libraries NI Christmas Holiday period will run from Monday 22 December to Saturday 27 December 2025 inclusive. Libraries NI will reopen to customers on Monday 29, Tuesday 30 and Wednesday 31 December with all libraries closing at 5:00pm on each of these days. Library opening hours vary, so please check our website for full details for your local library. 
All libraries will be closed on Thursday 1 January 2026 and normal opening hours will resume on Friday 2 January 2026.

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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Universal Credit and Job Support Drop In  

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.

 

Other sessions are:
Tuesday 25 November
Tuesday 16 December

 21/10/2025 2:00pm 16/12/2025 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.
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.

 04/11/2025 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.
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.

 04/11/2025 11:30am 30/06/2026 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.
Lego Club  

Tuesday 3:00pm - 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

 04/11/2025 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  

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

 06/11/2025 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.
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

 06/11/2025 11:00am 25/06/2026 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.
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.

 06/11/2025 3:00pm 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.
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.

 06/11/2025 4:00pm 25/06/2026 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.
Activity Afternoon  

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

 08/11/2025 2:00pm 27/06/2026 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.
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

 11/11/2025 2:30pm 23/06/2026 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.
Christmas Coffee Morning and Craft  

Get into the festive spirit at Cloughfern Library with our Christmas Coffee Morning and Craft session. Enjoy a warm cup of tea or coffee, treat yourself to a mince pie, and try your hand at making charming Christmas decorations out of paper.

 

Booking advised.

t: 028 9085 4789

 09/12/2025 11:30am 09/12/2025 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.
Christmas Craft Afternoon  

Join us at Cloughfern Library for a festive Craft Afternoon. Enjoy seasonal stories and get creative with a fun Christmas-themed craft activity. Perfect for children and their families to celebrate the season together.

 

Booking advised.

t: 028 9085 4789

 09/12/2025 2:15pm 09/12/2025 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.