Portglenone Library

Portglenone Library

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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:


Tuesdays 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Wednesdays 10:30am – 1:00pm
Thursdays 10:30am – 1:00pm and 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Saturdays 10:30am – 1:00pm and 2:00pm – 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.
 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.
The Great Summer Book Swap and Craft  

Bring a book to swap, share your thoughts with a written or drawn recommendation, and make your own bookmark!

 

For children aged 4-11 years.

Booking not required.

 26/08/2025 12 noon 26/08/2025 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.