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| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
01/05/2026 10:30am | 25/06/2027 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! |
01/05/2026 11:00am | 25/06/2027 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! |
02/05/2026 10:30am | 26/06/2027 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. |
| 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. |
02/05/2026 10:30am | 26/06/2027 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. |
| Cryptic Corner |
Every Saturday from 10:30am - 12:30pm.
Keep your mind active – relax with crosswords and sudokus in good company. |
02/05/2026 10:30am | 26/06/2027 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. |
| 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. |
02/05/2026 10:30am | 26/06/2027 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 2:00pm until 3:00pm. |
02/05/2026 2:00pm | 26/06/2027 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. |
| 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. |
06/05/2026 2:00pm | 30/06/2027 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. |
| Lurgan Breast Feeding Support Group |
Providing breast feeding support for the community of Lurgan. Every Thursday from 10:00am - 12:00noon.
Booking not required. |
07/05/2026 10:00am | 24/06/2027 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! |
29/05/2026 10:00am | 25/06/2027 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. |
| Junior Reading Group |
Every four weeks on a Saturday from 12noon - 12:45pm(please check with the library for dates) . 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. |
06/06/2026 12 noon | 12/06/2027 12:45pm | 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. |
| Lurgan Library Adult Reading Group |
Every 4 weeks on a Tuesday from 6:45pm - 7:45pm. Telephone or call into the Branch.
Adult Reading Groups are a great opportunity for members to join in some lively literary discussions in a relaxed, friendly environment. The groups encourage people to read for pleasure, share their enthusiasm and express opinions about books and their authors.
The group meets on a regular basis and the book the group will be discussing can be borrowed from the library catalogue for free.
t: 028 3832 3912 |
15/09/2026 6:45pm | 29/06/2027 7:45pm | 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. |
| Homework Club |
Designated quiet room with staff supervision 3:00pm-4:00pm Mondays and Tuesdays term-time |
05/10/2026 3:00pm | 22/06/2027 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. |
| Junk Journaling |
This event takes place fortnightly on a Tuesday. Suitable for teenagers and adults.
Junk journaling combining creativity, mindfulness, and memory-keeping to reduce anxiety and boost mood, by repurposing paper scraps and ephemera into personal journals. Suitable for teenagers and adults.
Booking required t: 028 3832 3912 |
03/11/2026 4:45pm | 29/06/2027 5:45pm | 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. |
| Go Succeed in Community Drop in Event |
Call in to Lurgan Library for a Go Succeed in Community event whose aim is to promote the support available for people interested in starting or growing their own business.
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13/11/2026 10:00am | 13/11/2026 2:00pm | 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. |
| RNID drop-in clinic |
Pop into Lurgan Library for hearing aid user support service providing support for NHS hearing aid users in Lurgan. |
17/11/2026 10:00am | 17/11/2026 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. |
| Go Green with Libraries NI: Eco Club |
Eco-friendly craft: we will have a go at upcycling denim, a material with a big environmental impact, by making our own denim gnome out of old jeans, scraps of fabrics and other repurposed materials. |
26/11/2026 4:00pm | 26/11/2026 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. |
| Christmas Story Time and "Santa's stuck in a chimney" Craft |
Join us in Lurgan Library for our Christmas story time and “Santa's stuck in the chimney” craft. |
19/12/2026 11:00am | 19/12/2026 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. |
| Festive Fun Board Games and Activities |
Come along to Lurgan Library and help us help celebrate Christmas the traditional way playing board games, giant connect 4, giant Jenga, colouring in and Lego.
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23/12/2026 10:00am | 23/12/2026 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. |
| Brew Monday |
Connect over a cuppa in Lurgan Library and help combat loneliness by getting to know others in your local community. Suitable for adults Booking not required t: 028 3832 3912 e: lurgan.library@librariesni.org.uk |
19/01/2027 10:00am | 19/01/2027 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. |
| Go Succeed in Community Drop in Event |
Call in to Lurgan Library for a Go Succeed in Community event whose aim is to promote the support available for people interested in starting or growing their own business.
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29/01/2027 10:00am | 29/01/2027 2:00pm | 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. |
| Children's Mental Health Week: Empathy Story and Feelings Tree Craft Session |
Join us in Lurgan Library for a special story that teaches children about empathy. Our Feelings Tree craft is an interactive visual activity where we will ask children to colour in a leaf to represent a feeling or emotion they are having then place it on the tree. Suitable for children aged 3 to 7 years; children under eight must be accompanied by an adult. |
06/02/2027 10:30am | 06/02/2027 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. |
| Give It A Go: Create Your Own Comic |
Join us in Lurgan Library and express your ideas and stories by creating your own comic. |
13/02/2027 11:30am | 13/02/2027 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. |
