Ballynahinch Library

Ballynahinch Library

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Customer Notice - Exceptional Closure

Ballynahinch Library Temporary Planned Closure

Ballynahinch Library will be closed temporarily from Monday 22 January 2024 until Spring 2024 due to refurbishment of the premises.

During this temporary closure, customers can visit any public library. The closest libraries include:

Downpatrick Library, 79 Market St, Downpatrick
t: 028 4461 2895
e: downpatrick.library@librariesni.org.uk

Saintfield Library, Ballynahinch Road, Saintfield
t: 028 9751 0550
e: saintfield.library@librariesni.org.uk

Dromore Library, 38 Market Square, Dromore
t: 028 9269 2280
e: dromore.library@librariesni.org.uk

We apologise to customers for any inconvenience caused and please note, during the library closure, items can be renewed online with your library membership card and PIN number which is available from library staff. eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines can also be borrowed through our online and Mobile library.

 

Library Location

Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date & Time End Date & Time Booking
Knit and Natter  
Every Thursday from 11:00am - 12:30pm.
 
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.
23/11/2023 11:00 AM 13/06/2024 12:30 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 Monday from 11.00am - 11:30am.
 
Please contact the library to book in advance.
Rhythm and Rhyme sessions introduce parents and children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories. Each session lasts 30 minutes and 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!
27/11/2023 11:00 AM 10/06/2024 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.
Lego Club  
Every Monday from 3:30pm.
 
For children aged 6 - 11 years; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
 
Booking advisable.
t: 028 9756 4282
27/11/2023 03:30 PM 10/06/2024 04:30 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 Wednesday from 10:15am to 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.
29/11/2023 10:15 AM 12/06/2024 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.