Lisburn City Library

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Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Online Adult Reading Group  

Join us for our new monthly Online Reading Group from the comfort of your own home.
Like any other Reading Group a book is selected each month then participants are invited to join the meeting on Zoom for an hour each month to discuss the book.


Please email Heather to book your place Heather.McConaghy@librariesni.org.uk

01/05/2025 7:00pm 26/06/2026 8:00pm 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 Reading Group  

First Tuesday of the month from 3:30pm - 4:30pm.

 

For children aged 7-9 years accompanied by an adult.

 

Ask staff for further details.

t:  028 9266 9345

06/05/2025 3:30pm 02/06/2026 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme (Thurs)  
Booking is essential; phone from 9:00am on Wednesday before event.
Rhythm and Rhyme sessions introduce parents and children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories; children must be accompanied by an adult.
 
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 10:00am 25/06/2026 10:30am 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.
Lisburn City Library Jigsaw Table  

Call in and help complete our Library jigsaw.


Available during library opening hours.

12/05/2025 9:30am 26/06/2026 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme (Monday)  
Every Monday from 10:00am - 10:30am.

Booking is essential; phone from 9:00am on the Friday before event.

Rhythm and Rhyme sessions introduce parents and children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories; children must be accompanied by an adult.
12/05/2025 10:00am 22/06/2026 10:30am 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 (Wednesdays)  
Takes place on Wednesday each week. Booking is essential.
 
First session: 2:30pm – 3:00pm
 
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.
14/05/2025 2:30pm 24/06/2026 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.
Knit and Natter (Friday)  
Takes place every Friday from 10:00am - 12 noon.

A group for anyone who enjoys knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. Share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Bring whatever you are working on at the moment or start a new project.
16/05/2025 10:00am 26/06/2026 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.
Tea and Newspapers  

Every Friday from 10:00am - 12:00noon.

 

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.

16/05/2025 10:00am 26/06/2026 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.
Lift the Lid (Saturday)  
Every Saturday from 2:00pm - 3:00pm.

Join us to play some music on our Piano.
17/05/2025 2:00pm 27/06/2026 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.
Art Exhibition  

Watercolour Wonders: An Exhibition of Paintings by Judith McIlwee.


Available during library opening hours.

01/09/2025 10:00am 30/09/2025 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.
Saturday Reading Group  

Join us once a month to discuss your favourite books with fellow enthusiasts.


First Saturday of every month from 2:00pm – 3:00pm 
Booking essential.
t: 028 9266 9345

Tea and coffee provided 
Ask Staff for details 

06/09/2025 2:00pm 06/06/2026 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.
Thursday Evening Reading Group  

Join us once a month to discuss your favourite books with fellow enthusiasts.


Second Thursday of every month from 6:45pm – 7:45pm

This group is currently fully booked 
But please ask Staff for more details. 

11/09/2025 6:45pm 25/06/2026 7:45pm 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.
Teenage Reading Group  

Like Books? 
Love reading? 
Are you aged 12- 15?


Join our Teenage Reading group

Thursday evenings 6:45pm – 7:45pm

Monthly (Dates will be confirmed one month in advance)

Ask Staff for details.

11/09/2025 6:45pm 25/06/2026 7:45pm 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.
RNID Near You - Hearing Aid User Support Service  

RNID in partnership with the Department of Health are holding a free walk in Support service for NHS hearing aid users in Lisburn.

 

4th Wednesday of every month from 11:30am - 1:30pm. The next date for Hearing Aid Checks is 24 September  2025. Booking is not required.

 

Contact: Louise Montgomery 
Louise.montgomery@rnid.org.uk
020 3227 6089

24/09/2025 11:30am 24/09/2025 1:30pm 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  

Join us for our annual Macmillan coffee morning and help support this worthwhile cause. All welcome. 

26/09/2025 10:00am 26/09/2025 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.
Positive Ageing Fair  

To celebrate Positive Ageing Month, we are showcasing what’s happening in the Lisburn area for older people looking to stay active and make an impact in the community
Whether looking to explore something new or rediscover a former passion, come and chat with representatives from organisations covering sports, arts and crafts, volunteering and education.

 

Drop in anytime
Facilitators available between 10:00am and 1:00pm

Contact Heather on 028 9266 9345 for more information

03/10/2025 10:00am 03/10/2025 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.
Go On - BFI Replay  

Discover how to use BFI Replay and access over 60 years of digitised videos and television programmes from archives such as the BBC and ITV.

 

t: 028 9266 9345

08/10/2025 2:00pm 08/10/2025 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.
Lisburn City Yarnspinners with Maura Johnston  

Join us in Lisburn City Library for an afternoon of stories with Maura Johnston.

 

t: 028 9266 9345

15/10/2025 2:30pm 15/10/2025 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.
Book Character Scavenger Hunt  

Find the characters from favourite books in the Children's Library.
For children aged 4-11 years, children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.

20/10/2025 9:00am 25/10/2025 6:00pm 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.
Meet the Author: Paul McVeigh  

Prize winning author Paul McVeigh reads from his newly published short story collection, 'I Hear You'. 


Booking not required.

21/10/2025 6:30pm 21/10/2025 7:45pm 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.
Love Your Library Day Storytime and Craft  

Storytime and craft session for children aged 4-8 years accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.

22/10/2025 2:30pm 22/10/2025 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.
It Would Be A Crime Not To' - Crime Writers Panel Event  

Crime panel event with Jo Spain, Elly Griffith and Steve Cavanagh. Panel to be interviewed by Kathy Clugston.
Booking essential.
t: 028 9266 9345

25/10/2025 2:00pm 25/10/2025 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.