Lisburn City Library

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Event Name Event Details Start Date & Time End Date & Time Booking
Storytime (Wed)  
Takes place on Wednesday each week.
First session: 2:30pm – 3:00pm
Second session: 3:30pm – 4:00pm
 
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.
06/12/2023 02:30 PM 12/06/2024 04:00 PM 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!
07/12/2023 10:00 AM 13/06/2024 10:30 AM 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.
08/12/2023 10:00 AM 14/06/2024 12:00 PM 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 Music Club (Saturday)  
Every Saturday from 2:00pm - 3:00pm.

Join us for our Saturday music club.
09/12/2023 02:00 PM 15/06/2024 03:00 PM 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.
11/12/2023 10:00 AM 10/06/2024 10:30 AM 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.
There and Beyond - Exhibition  
An exhibition by Nigel Killops - The worlds of the visual and the spoken/written are inextricably linked.
 
Available during library opening hours.
01/04/2024 09:00 AM 30/04/2024 05:00 PM 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.
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

25/04/2024 07:00 PM 25/04/2024 08:00 PM 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.
A Life Re-written  

Melanie Bowden from ‘Headway’ will talk about their campaign which illustrates how brain injury can affect anyone at any time, focussing particularly on how it throws plans into disarray, changes life goals, and even the sense of who we are.

 

t: 028 9266 9345

03/05/2024 11:00 AM 03/05/2024 12:00 PM 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 - Travel  

Travel – Use the internet to plan journeys and holidays.

 

t: 028 9266 9345

03/05/2024 02:00 PM 03/05/2024 04:00 PM 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 - Organise Your Life Online  

Organise Your Life Online – Find out about online banking, paying bills and websites offering money advice and benefits information.  Use NI Direct website e.g. to book your MOT. 


t: 028 9266 9345

17/05/2024 11:00 AM 17/05/2024 01:00 PM 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 - Internet Scams  

Internet Scams (and how to avoid them) – Tips on how to stay safe online. 
t: 028 9266 9345

21/05/2024 02:00 PM 21/05/2024 04:00 PM 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 - 1-2-1 eClinic  
1-2-1 eClinic - IT help for beginners: help with your mobile device, general IT assistance, information about library e-services. 

t: 028 9266 9345
28/05/2024 10:00 AM 28/05/2024 04:00 PM 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.