Lurgan Library

Lurgan Library

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📢CUSTOMER NOTICE: Local Libraries Return to Winter Opening Hours📢

Winter opening hours will be in operation across the network of libraries from Monday 1 September, with late nights available once again for customers.

Please keep an eye on our website and local Facebook pages from Monday 1 September for more information.

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Customer Notice

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The main entrance of Lurgan Library will be closed on Thursday September 18 for maintenance work. During this time, customers should use the previous old entrance instead.

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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Monthly Storytime and Craft Session  

Please contact the library for event dates. This event is suitable for children aged 0-4yrs; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Storytime sessions help young children develop a love of books, improve their listening skills, inspire creativity and feeds their imagination. Join our friendly staff as they read popular books and introduce children to a whole range of different authors.

03/05/2025 10:30am 27/06/2026 11:30am 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  
Lego Club for children aged 8 -11 years.
 
Occurring every four weeks from 3:00pm until 4:00pm.
 
03/05/2025 3:00pm 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.
Adult Reading Group  

Takes place monthly; the Adult Reading Group for 16's and over gives an opportunity for adults to discuss their latest book.

06/05/2025 6:30pm 23/06/2026 7:30pm 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.
Knit and Natter  
Every Wednesday from 2:00pm - 4:00pm.

Booking essential.

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 2:00pm 24/06/2026 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.
Lurgan Breast Feeding Support Group  

Providing breast feeding support for the community of Lurgan.

Every Thursday from 10:00am - 12:00noon.

 

Booking not required.

15/05/2025 10:00am 25/06/2026 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 Friday from 10:00am - 10:30am.

Booking essential.

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 10:00am 26/06/2026 10:30am 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 Friday from 10:30am - 12:00noon.

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.
16/05/2025 10:30am 26/06/2026 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 Friday from 11:00am - 11:30am.

Booking essential.

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 11:00am 26/06/2026 11:30am 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 10:30am - 11:00am.

Booking essential.

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!
17/05/2025 10:30am 27/06/2026 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.
Tea and Newspapers  
Every Saturday from 10:30am - 12:00noon.

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 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.
Chess Club  

Every Saturday 10:30am - 12:30pm, adults and children welcome.

17/05/2025 10:30am 27/06/2026 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.
Cryptic Corner  

Every Saturday from 10:30am - 12:30pm.

 

Keep your mind active – relax with crosswords and sudokus in good company.

17/05/2025 10:30am 27/06/2026 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.
Junior Reading Group  
First Monday of the month from 4:00pm - 5:00pm. Age 8 - 11 years.
 
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.
 
t: 028 3832 3912
e: suzanne.fox@librariesni.org.uk
02/06/2025 4:00pm 01/06/2026 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.
Writing Flash Fiction  

An Introduction to Flash Fiction Writing Four week course presented by author Byddi Lee.


Booking essential.
t: 028 3832 3912

05/09/2025 10:30am 05/09/2025 11:30am 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.
Roald Dahl Morning  

Join us for a morning of fun filled Roald Dahl activities.
For children aged 4-9 years.
Booking not required.

13/09/2025 10:30am 13/09/2025 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.
Chi Me  

Improve your strength, balance and mental well-being with some gentle exercise.

Booking is essential; contact:
t: 028 3832 3912
e: lurgan.library@librariesni.org.uk 

18/09/2025 2:00pm 18/09/2025 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.
Writing Flash Fiction  

An Introduction to Flash Fiction Writing Four week course presented by author Byddi Lee.

Booking is essential; contact:
t: 028 3832 3912
e: lurgan.library@librariesni.org.uk 

19/09/2025 10:30am 19/09/2025 11:30am 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.
Alzheimer's Awareness Day  

Join us for a cuppa and some memories of yesteryear looking at old photographs and articles about Lurgan town.

Booking is not required.

20/09/2025 10:00am 20/09/2025 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.
RNID Hearing Aid Support Service  

RNID providing support for NHS hearing aid users.
Booking not required.

23/09/2025 10:00am 23/09/2025 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.