Portglenone Library
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Portglenone Library is temporarily closed due to essential building maintenance. Alternative libraries include Kilrea and Ballymena Central.
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lego Club |
Every Saturday 11:00 am to 12 noon. For children age 4 years and up. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer. Come along to have some Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build. |
03/05/2025 11:00am | 20/06/2026 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Wednesday from 10:30am to 11:00am. Booking is essential as places are limited. You must ring after 4:00pm on a Tuesday to book your place. 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! |
14/05/2025 10:30am | 24/06/2026 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. |
| Knit and Natter |
Every Wednesday from 11:30am to 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. |
14/05/2025 11:30am | 24/06/2026 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. |
| Mindful Colouring/Cryptic Corner |
Weekly on a Thursday from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Enhance your well-being and calm the mind through relaxed meditative colouring and puzzles. A gentle way to reduce stress using intricate colouring patterns and designs and solving puzzles. |
15/05/2025 11:00am | 25/06/2026 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. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
We hold tea and newspapers as follows:
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. |
20/05/2025 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. |
| Browse and Brew – Loneliness Awareness Week Special |
Join us on Thursday 12 June for a relaxed Browse and Brew session in support of Loneliness Awareness Week. Pop in for a chat, enjoy a cuppa, and have a browse through our books and resources.
It’s a great chance to connect with others in a warm and welcoming space. Everyone is welcome! |
12/06/2025 10:30am | 12/06/2025 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. |
| What’s Your Spark? – Empathy Week Window Activity |
As part of Empathy Week, children and families are invited to help us create a joyful library window display by contributing a drawing or short sentence about something that brings them happiness.
It could be a favourite activity, a special memory, or someone they love available during opening hours. |
12/06/2025 10:30am | 12/06/2025 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. |
