Cushendall Library
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
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| Lego Club |
Every Saturday from 11:00am to 12:00pm Booking is essential. Come along to have Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build. |
02/05/2026 11:00am | 26/06/2027 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. |
| Junior 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.
Suitable for children aged 4-8 years; children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
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02/05/2026 12:30pm | 26/06/2027 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. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Tuesday and Saturday between 2:00pm 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. |
02/05/2026 2:00pm | 29/06/2027 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. |
| Adult Reading Group |
First Tuesday of every month between 2:30pm – 3:30pm. This group aims to allow everyone’s reading experiences to be shared and enjoyed. Participants don’t have to be library members but if you join, you can borrow the book the group will be discussing for free. Please contact the library for more information. |
05/05/2026 2:30pm | 01/06/2027 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Thursday from 10:30am - 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! |
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. |
| Conversation Station |
Weekly every Thursday from 2:30pm to 4:00pm. Come along to our weekly Conversation Station to socialise, chat, make friends and discuss community and local information over a nice cuppa. |
07/05/2026 2:30pm | 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. |
| Chatterbooks |
Chatterbooks is an exciting Junior Reading Group where children aged 7 - 11 years can come along to chat about their favourite books, enjoy fun activities and crafts and meet new friends.
t: 02821771297 |
14/09/2026 5:30pm | 28/06/2027 6:30pm | 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. |
| Recycled Book Hedgehog craft |
Join us in Cushendall library where we will be giving our damaged books a new purpose by turning them into Hedgehogs in this exciting recycling craft. |
19/09/2026 2:30pm | 19/09/2026 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. |
| Macmillan Coffee Morning 2026 |
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. Booking not required. |
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. |
| Pot Planting craft |
Join us in Cushendall library and help us celebrate Go Green with Libraries NI Month! Use our craft resources to decorate your 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! Booking essential. For children age 4-11 years. |
26/09/2026 2:30pm | 26/09/2026 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. |
| Conversation and Colour |
Join us in Cushendall Library and help celebrate Good Relations week with some conversation and colouring. Pick from our wide range of feel good colouring sheets and enjoy a cup of tea and a chat. Conversation and Colour is for adults only and does not require booking. |
15/10/2026 4:00pm | 15/10/2026 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. |
| ‘The Lobster Pot' by Bernie McQuillan - Live Reading, Discussion and Q&A Session |
As part of Book Week NI, Cushendall library is delighted to welcome local author, Bernie McQuillan who will deliver a live reading, discussion and Question & Answer session on her novel ‘The Lobster Pot’ - a riveting family saga of high drama and tension, of intrigue, lies and suspense. Using this original concept story, Bernie will provide a unique live reading, discussion on the origins of how ‘The Lobster Pot’ was written, her own creative journey and an interactive question and answer session with those in attendance. Audience: Adult Booking Advisable |
22/10/2026 2:00pm | 22/10/2026 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. |
| Character Dress Up and Storytime |
Come along to Cushendall library and help our friendly staff celebrate Book Week by dressing up as your favourite book character and listening to some magical stories that showcase our favourite books! Perhaps we'll be reading your favourite story?! This event is for children of any age. Booking is essential. |
24/10/2026 12:30pm | 24/10/2026 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. |