Crossmaglen Library
CUSTOMER NOTICE – July Holiday Closures
All Libraries NI’s public libraries will be closed on Monday 13 and Tuesday 14 July 2026.
The Mobile Library service will be off the road from Monday 13 to Friday 17 July 2026 inclusive.
The Out of Hours service will be closed from Saturday 11 to Tuesday 14 July 2026 (inclusive), reopening on Wednesday 15 July 2026 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! |
01/05/2026 10:30am | 25/06/2027 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. |
01/05/2026 3:00pm | 25/06/2027 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. |
02/05/2026 10:30am | 05/06/2027 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 |
27/05/2026 4:00pm | 30/06/2027 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. |
| Big Summer Read - Roll Up, Roll Up! |
For circus Storytime, face painting and big top crafts. |
25/07/2026 11:00am | 25/07/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read - Horrible Histories Week |
Find out your horrible historical name. Choose whether you want to be a rotten Roman, an awful Egyptian or a cut-throat Celt. Complete your crosswords, word searches and colour in your best and most horrible picture. At the end of the week, we will announce which gruesome team has won. |
12/08/2026 1:00pm | 12/08/2026 8:00pm | 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. |
| Big Summer Read - Sentinus Saturday |
Come to Crossmaglen Library for a day of STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths). Dive into super science activities with David from Sentinus. It’s gonna be a fun filled day! |
22/08/2026 10:00am | 22/08/2026 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. |