Bessbrook Library

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Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Lego Club  
First Saturday of the month on a Saturday from 11:30am - 1:30pm. 
 
Come along to have Lego building fun.
Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.
Age 6+ Children must be accompanied by an adult.
 03/05/2025 11:30am 06/06/2026 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.
The Story Squad  
Meeting once a month on a Saturday from 12:00pm - 12:40pm. Date for next meeting is given at each meeting and advertised on the inside and outside of building and on social media.

Booking is essential.

Junior Reading Groups are a fun way for children to be introduced to a wide range of new books, authors and to make new friends along the way. Members are asked to read a chosen book before each meeting, which will be available to borrow for free from the library catalogue.
 03/05/2025 12 noon 27/06/2026 12:40pm 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 - 11:00am

 

Rhythm and Rhyme is an exciting free programme to introduce children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories in the library. Rhythm and Rhyme is a great opportunity for children to have fun and learn in a relaxed venue while giving parents and carers the chance to socialise.

 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.
Quiet Hour  
Quiet hour every Wednesday from 4:00pm - 5:00pm. Escape the hustle and bustle in Bessbrook Library.    
 
Expect lower lighting levels and lower noise levels. 
All welcome.
 14/05/2025 4:00pm 24/06/2026 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.
Knit and Natter  
Every Friday from 11:00am - 12:30pm.

Booking by telephone.

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.
 16/05/2025 11:00am 26/06/2026 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.
Tea and Newspapers  
Every Saturday from 11:00am - 3:00pm.

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.
 17/05/2025 11:00am 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme  

Every Saturday from 11:30am - 12:00noon

 

Rhythm and Rhyme is an exciting free programme to introduce children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories in the library. Rhythm and Rhyme is a great opportunity for children to have fun and learn in a relaxed venue while giving parents and carers the chance to socialise.

 17/05/2025 11:30am 27/06/2026 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.
Autism Storytime  

Join us for a reading of some space themed! This session will be tailored for children with autism, there will be a lower noise level and dimmed lights. Please ask staff for further details.

 

Ages 4-10.

 

Children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

 

Tel: 028 3083 0424.

 02/08/2025 11:00am 02/08/2025 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.
Storytime and Craft- If I were King or Queen  

Join us for a Royal themed story, followed by a fun craft where we will be designing and making our own Crown and sceptre 
For children aged 4-12 years.


Booking not required.

 05/08/2025 5:00pm 05/08/2025 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.
Lego club - Make your own throne  

If you were a king or queen what would you throne look like? Join Lego club and make you own throne from Lego.
For children aged 4-12 years.
Booking not required.

 08/08/2025 3:30pm 08/08/2025 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.
Treasure Hunt- Bessbrook History  

How many pieces of Bessbrook history can you find? find pieces and claim your prize at the desk!

 

Available during library opening hours.

 12/08/2025 10:00am 12/08/2025 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.
Storytime and Craft - Robots  

Join us for a Robot themed story, followed by a fun craft where we will make our own robots!
For children aged 4-11 years.
Booking not required.

 12/08/2025 5:00pm 12/08/2025 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.
Lego club - Make Bessbrook viaduct, village or mill  

Can you make one of Bessbrooks best known historical features from lego? Come along to lego club and build Bessbrooks Viaduct, Village or Mill.

Suitable for children aged 4-12 years; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is not required. 

 15/08/2025 3:30pm 15/08/2025 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.
Storytime and Craft - Solar System  

Join us for an out-of-this-world story, followed by a fun craft where we will design our own solar system.
For children aged 4-12 years.
Booking not required.

 19/08/2025 5:00pm 19/08/2025 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.
Lego club - Build you own future civilization  

What will the future look like? Come along to Lego club and design your own future civilization out of Lego. 
For children aged 4-12 years.


From 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
Booking not required.

 22/08/2025 3:30pm 22/08/2025 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.
Treasure Hunt- Pirates  

How many pirates and pieces of treasure? find 3 characters and pieces and claim your prize at the desk!
Available during library opening hours.
From 26 August to 1 September.

 26/08/2025 10:00am 01/09/2025 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.
Storytime and craft- Design your own alien  

Join us for a fun story about aliens, followed by a craft where we will make our own little aliens.


For children aged 4-12 years.
Booking not required.

 26/08/2025 5:00pm 26/08/2025 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.
Lego club - Build your favourite time-period  

What is your all time favourite time in history? Jurassic? Ancient Egyptian? or Roman? Build your favourite time period out of Lego. 
For children aged 4-12 years.
Booking not required.

 29/08/2025 3:30pm 29/08/2025 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.