Portadown Library
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Customer Notice
Weather Warning
The safety and wellbeing of our staff and customers is our top priority, therefore, due to the unprecedented red weather warning due to come into force across Northern Ireland, all public libraries, mobile libraries, and administration centres will be closed tomorrow, Friday 24 January. There will also be no Homecall Service. Out of Hours services will not be operational from Thursday evening through to Monday morning, due to possible disruption.
As a result, all planned events and activities will be cancelled, however, customers can still access our online resources as normal.
Potential disruption to services may continue into the weekend, so please keep an eye out on our Facebook pages for further updates.
Stay safe and hope to see you soon
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date & Time | End Date & Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creative Writing Group |
Held on a Thursday once a month from 2:00pm - 3:00pm.
Please contact the branch for dates.
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07/11/2024 02:00 PM | 30/01/2025 03:00 PM | 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 Monday from 10:00am - 12:00 noon. 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. |
25/11/2024 10:00 AM | 23/06/2025 12:00 PM | 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. |
| Mindful Colouring |
Every Tuesday from 10:00am - 12:00noon. Mindful Colouring groups are for anyone who wants to explore the world of adult colouring with intricate colouring patterns and designs. They can enhance well-being, help calm the mind and relieve stress through relaxed, meditative colouring in. |
26/11/2024 10:00 AM | 24/06/2025 12:00 PM | 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 Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00am - 12:00pm. 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. |
26/11/2024 10:00 AM | 26/06/2025 12:00 PM | 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 Wednesday from 10:00am - 12:00pm. Call in and have a go at solving Crosswords in our Cryptic Corner. |
27/11/2024 10:00 AM | 25/06/2025 01:00 PM | 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. |
| Teen Reading Group |
Last Wednesday of the month from 5:30pm - 6:00pm. Teenage Reading Groups are a great way for young people aged 12+ to explore 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. The group meets for one hour on a regular basis between September and June. |
27/11/2024 05:30 PM | 25/06/2025 06:00 PM | 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 |
One Wednesday of the month from 6:00pm - 6:45pm. Please check with the branch for dates.
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27/11/2024 06:00 PM | 25/06/2025 06:45 PM | 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 Thursday from 10:30am - 11:00am. Booking essential-please ring on Wednesday from 10:00am to book a place. 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! |
28/11/2024 10:30 AM | 26/06/2025 11:00 AM | 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. |
| Toddler Storytime and Craft |
Toddler Storytime and Craft for children aged 1 - 4 years. Last Thursday of the month from 11:00am - 11:30am. Sessions help children aged 1 - 4 years 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. |
28/11/2024 11:00 AM | 26/06/2025 11:30 AM | 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. |
| Chatter Books Reading Group |
Last Thursday of the month for ages 7 - 9 years, from 3:30pm until 4:15pm. 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. |
28/11/2024 03:30 PM | 26/06/2025 04:15 PM | 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 10:30am - 11:00am Booking essential. Please ring on Thursday from 10:00am to book a place. 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! |
29/11/2024 10:30 AM | 27/06/2025 11:00 AM | 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 |
Every Saturday from 11:00am - 12:00 noon. Come along and have some lego fun. For children aged 8+ Must be accompanied by an adult. |
30/11/2024 11:00 AM | 21/06/2025 12:00 PM | 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 for children aged 4 - 11 years |
Last Saturday of the month from 2:00pm - 3:00pm. Storytime sessions help children aged 4 - 11 years 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. Booking essential. t: 028 3833 6122 |
30/11/2024 02:00 PM | 28/06/2025 03:00 PM | 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 |
Second Tuesday of the month from 4:00pm - 4:45pm. Junior Reading Groups are a fun way for children aged 9 to 11 years 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. |
10/12/2024 04:00 PM | 10/06/2025 04:45 PM | 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. |
| Poetry and Pies |
3rd Friday of the month from 12:00pm - 1:00pm. Bring your favourite poem. Everyone welcome. |
20/12/2024 12:00 PM | 20/06/2025 01:00 PM | 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 - Mindful Colouring |
Mindful Colouring – embrace 2025 with a mindful colouring activity.
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11/02/2025 11:00 AM | 11/02/2025 12:00 PM | 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 - Crochet for Beginners |
Join us for Crochet for beginners.
From 10:00am - 12 noon. |
24/02/2025 10:00 AM | 24/02/2025 12:00 PM | 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 - Flower Demonstration |
Join us for a flower demonstration from 11:00am - 12 noon.
t: 028 3833 6122 |
25/02/2025 11:00 AM | 25/02/2025 12:00 PM | 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. |
