Lisburn City Library

Lisburn City Library

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Customer Notice

Weather Warning

The safety and wellbeing of our staff and customers is our top priority, therefore, due to the unprecedented red weather warning due to come into force across Northern Ireland, all public libraries, mobile libraries, and administration centres will be closed tomorrow, Friday 24 January.  There will also be no Homecall Service. Out of Hours services will not be operational from Thursday evening through to Monday morning, due to possible disruption.

As a result, all planned events and activities will be cancelled, however, customers can still access our online resources as normal.

Potential disruption to services may continue into the weekend, so please keep an eye out on our Facebook pages for further updates.

Stay safe and hope to see you soon

 

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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date & Time End Date & Time Booking
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

 05/11/2024 03:30 PM 03/06/2025 04:30 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.
Lisburn City Library Jigsaw Table  

Call in and help complete our Library jigsaw.


Available during library opening hours.

 25/11/2024 09:30 AM 27/06/2025 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.
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.
 25/11/2024 10:00 AM 23/06/2025 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.
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

 25/11/2024 07:00 PM 26/06/2025 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.
Junior Reading Group  

Like Books? 
Love Reading? 
Are you aged 9-11?
Join our Reading group, ask staff more more details.
t: 028 9266 9345

 26/11/2024 03:30 PM 24/06/2025 04:30 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.
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.

 

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

 27/11/2024 11:30 AM 28/05/2025 01:30 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.
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.
 27/11/2024 02:30 PM 25/06/2025 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!
 28/11/2024 10:00 AM 19/06/2025 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.
 29/11/2024 10:00 AM 27/06/2025 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.
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.

 29/11/2024 10:00 AM 27/06/2025 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 (Saturday)  
Every Saturday from 2:00pm - 3:00pm.

Join us to play some music on our Piano.
 30/11/2024 02:00 PM 21/06/2025 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.
Financial Foundations: Build your money skills and confidence with 3 workshops run by the Ulster Bank.  

Financial Foundations: Build your money skills and confidence with 3 workshops run by the Ulster Bank.

 

Building Blocks: get to grips with money basics: an introduction to banking, understanding your money, how to budget, borrowing and credit scores.

Tuesday 4 February  3:00pm – 4:00pm.

 

Fraud and Scams: on Safer Internet Day learn how to identify common financial scams and protect yourself from fraudsters.    

Tuesday 11 February 6:00pm – 7:00pm.

 

 

Changes and Choices: explore your relationship with money and discover how to navigate the  unexpected, save for life’s big moments and manage debt.
Tuesday 18 February  3:00pm – 4:00pm.

 

Booking essential.
t: 028 9266 9345

 04/02/2025 03:00 PM 18/02/2025 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.
Community Connections: Personal Safety and Scam Awareness  

Join us to hear more about personal safety and scam awareness

 

Booking advisable.
t: 028 9266 9345

 07/02/2025 11:00 AM 07/02/2025 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.
Lisburn City Yarnspinners with Daniel Morden  

Since 1989, Daniel Morden has captivated audiences around the globe with his storytelling. From timeless Greek myths to thrilling adventures and even some delightfully awful jokes Daniel’s repertoire has something for everyone. Join us for an afternoon of laughter, wonder, and storytelling at its finest! Be there to witness a master of the craft in action. 


Suggested donation £3.

 

Booking essential.
t: 028 9266 9345

 19/02/2025 02:30 PM 19/02/2025 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.
STEM and Robotics workshop - NI Science Festival  

If you haven’t met Kubo™ the little robot yet – here is your chance to get some hands-on fun coding experience:  Give the library a call and register to be there.
 

Registration contact:
t: 028 9266 9345

 22/02/2025 01:00 PM 22/02/2025 02:00 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.
STEM and Robotics workshop - NI Science Festival  

If you haven’t met Kubo™ the little robot yet – here is your chance to get some hands-on fun coding experience:  Give the library a call and register to be there.
 

Registration contact:
t: 028 9266 9345

 22/02/2025 02:30 PM 22/02/2025 03:30 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.
Red Cross First Aid Training for Adults  

This free workshop (for adults 19+) will help you learn life-saving first aid skills to help in an emergency , connect with others and build confidence and coping skills.


Booking essential.
t: 028 9266 9345

 25/02/2025 06:00 PM 25/02/2025 07:30 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.
Lisburn City Yarnspinners  

Join us in Lisburn City Library for this months Yarnspinners event.

 

Booking essential.
t: 028 9266 9345

 19/03/2025 02:30 PM 19/03/2025 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.
Lisburn City Yarnspinners  

Join us in Lisburn City Library for this months Yarnspinners event.

 

Booking essential.
t: 028 9266 9345

 16/04/2025 02:30 PM 16/04/2025 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.
Lisburn City Yarnspinners  

Join us in Lisburn City Library for this months Yarnspinners event.

 

Booking essential.
t: 028 9266 9345

 21/05/2025 02:30 PM 21/05/2025 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.