Crossmaglen Library

Crossmaglen Library

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CUSTOMER NOTICE - Bank Holiday Closures

All Libraries NI’s public and mobile libraries will be closed on Saturday 12, Monday 14 and Tuesday 15 July. Libraries will reopen on Wednesday 16 July. 

The Out of Hours service will be closed from Friday 11 July until Tuesday 15 July inclusive reopening on Wednesday 16 July in Out of Hours libraries.

Please remember that eServices (eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and eNewspapers) are available during this period, and joining online is free.



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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Rhythm and Rhyme  
Every Friday from 10:30am - 11:00am.

Booking essential-please ring branch.

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!
 16/05/2025 10:30am 26/06/2026 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 Friday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

 

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.

 16/05/2025 3:00pm 26/06/2026 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.
Tea and Newspapers  
Every Saturday from 10:30am - 1:45pm

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 10:30am 27/06/2026 1:45pm 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 (Age 9 - 11)  
Last Wednesday of the month from 4:00pm - 5:00pm.
 
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.
 
Booking essential.
t:  028 3086 1951
 28/05/2025 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.
Wild West Day  

Saddle up for a day of wild west stories, cowboy and cowgirl activities and fun.


For children 4-11 years accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.

 05/07/2025 11:00am 05/07/2025 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.
Princess and Pirates  

Princesses and Pirates Day - swashbuckling stories and pretty princess activity day.
For children aged 4-11 years accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.

 12/07/2025 11:00am 12/07/2025 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.
Into The Future  

LEGO Invention Day - Lets get creative with LEGO. Build  a spaceship, robot, alien and more!

 

For ages 4-11.

 

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

 

Tel: 028 3086 1951

 19/07/2025 11:00am 19/07/2025 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.
Dino Day  

Have Rawrsome artistic fun colouring, sticking, and gluing your very own dinosaur.

Suitable for children aged 4 - 11 years; children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.

 26/07/2025 11:00am 26/07/2025 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.
Invention Day  

Let's create our own time machine. Well get creative using different materials to make our own time travelling gadget.

Suitable for children aged 4 - 11 years; children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.

 26/07/2025 11:00am 26/07/2025 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.
Ogham  

Learn an ancient celtic alphabet and create your own secret messages. Learn about our ancient culture and make your own bodhrán

 

Ages 4-11.

 

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

 

Tel: 028 3086 1951.

 02/08/2025 11:00am 02/08/2025 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.