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| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Friday from 11:00am - 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 11:00am | 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. |
| Teenage Reading Group |
First Friday of the month from 3:45pm - 4:30pm Booking essential. 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. |
01/05/2026 3:45pm | 04/06/2027 4:30pm | 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Saturday from 10:30am - 11:00am. Rhythm and Rhyme is an exciting free programme to introduce children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories in the library. Rhythm and Rhyme is a great opportunity for children to have fun and learn in a relaxed venue while giving parents and carers the chance to socialise. Booking essential. |
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. |
| Lego Club |
Every Saturday from 2:00pm - 3:00pm. Booking essential. For Lego enthusiasts aged 6 to 11. Come along to have Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build. |
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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Tuesday from 9:30am - 10:00am. Rhythm and Rhyme is an exciting free programme to introduce children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories in the library. Rhythm and Rhyme is a great opportunity for children to have fun and learn in a relaxed venue while giving parents and carers the chance to socialise. Booking essential. |
05/05/2026 9:30am | 29/06/2027 10:00am | 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. |
| Carnegie Reading Group |
First Wednesday of the month from 11:00am - 12:00noon. Booking essential. This group aims to allow everyone’s reading experiences to be shared and enjoyed. Participants don’t have to be library members but if you join, you can borrow the book the group will be discussing for free. |
06/05/2026 11:00am | 02/06/2027 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 Thursday from 9:30am - 10:00am. Booking essential - booking opens on Tuesday. 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! |
07/05/2026 9:30am | 24/06/2027 10:00am | 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 Monday from 10:30am - 12:00noon. 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. Booking essential. |
11/05/2026 10:30am | 28/06/2027 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. |
| Children's Storytime |
Every Tuesday from 3:30pm - 4:00pm. Storytime sessions help children aged 4 - 8 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. |
12/05/2026 3:30pm | 29/06/2027 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. |
| Bangor Carnegie Yarnspinners |
Second Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm - 4:00pm.
For more information please contact the library. t: 028 9127 0591 |
13/05/2026 2:30pm | 09/06/2027 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. |
| Thursday Readers |
Last Thursday of the month from 4:00pm - 5:00pm. Booking essential. This group aims to allow everyone’s reading experiences to be shared and enjoyed. Participants don’t have to be library members but if you join, you can borrow the book the group will be discussing for free. |
28/05/2026 4:00pm | 24/06/2027 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. |
| Crime Reading Group |
Group meets on last Friday of each month. The Adult Reading Group for 16's and over gives an opportunity for adults to discuss their latest book. Contact the library for more information: t: 028 9127 0591 |
29/05/2026 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. |
| Poetry Reading Group |
First Monday of the month at 2:00pm Booking essential. t: 028 9127 0591 This group aims to allow everyone’s reading experiences to be shared and enjoyed. Participants don’t have to be library members but if you join, you can borrow the book the group will be discussing for free. |
01/06/2026 2:00pm | 07/06/2027 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. |
| Connection Corner: Loneliness Awareness Week 2026 |
To mark Loneliness Awareness Week 2026, Bangor Carnegie Library will host a “Connection Corner”, designed to encourage informal conversation, community participation, and social connection within the library space. Temporary features throughout the library will include shared newspaper and puzzle tables, conversation starter cards, community recommendation boards, and relaxed seating areas intended to support friendly interaction in a low-pressure environment. Visitors are welcome to take part as much or as little as they wish while enjoying a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. |
17/06/2026 9:00am | 17/06/2026 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. |
| Teddy Bear's picnic storytime |
Children are invited to bring along their favourite teddy bears or soft toys to enjoy a relaxed storytelling session in Ward Park, adjacent to the library, featuring adventure-themed stories. A picnic snack will also be provided. |
03/07/2026 10:30am | 03/07/2026 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. |
| Library Detectives |
Help find our missing library mascot! Young detectives will follow clues hidden throughout the library, question suspicious characters, and gather evidence to solve the mystery. |
08/07/2026 2:00pm | 08/07/2026 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. |
| Draw your own Manga characters |
Bangor Carnegie Library will host a creative workshop, giving participants the opportunity to design and illustrate their own original manga-inspired characters, in a relaxed and beginner-friendly environment. Subjects and examples will be appropriate for children aged 8 and above. |
17/07/2026 11:00am | 17/07/2026 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. |
| Just another brick in the (joke) wall |
Children are invited to share their favourite jokes by adding paper “bricks” to a growing community wall display. Write a joke, riddle, or funny one-liner onto a brick template and help build the wall higher across the course of the week. |
20/07/2026 9:00am | 25/07/2026 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. |
| Plant a poem |
Children can write their own short poems, messages, or imaginative words onto special plantable seed paper. Participants will be encouraged to combine creativity with nature by taking their seed paper home to plant and grow flowers or herbs from their written creations. |
29/07/2026 9:00am | 29/07/2026 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. |
| Meet Kubo the robot! |
Learn the basics of coding with an interactive game that helps Kubo move around and find pirate treasure on this special map! Suitable for children aged 4-10. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential. |
03/08/2026 2:00pm | 03/08/2026 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. |
| Sharp Stones and Shiny Things |
Let Bangor Carnegie Library take your little ones on a magical journey through time with a 1-hour session delivered by North Down Museum. Inspired by the Museum's storybook, Max’s Magical Visit to the Museum, little learners (under 5) will step back in time with Max and Bear and explore how people lived long, long ago. Through hands-on play and simple storytelling, children will discover how early people used stones before learning how to make shiny tools. This workshop encourages curiosity and early history skills as little ones imagine and explore the world of ‘long ago’. |
18/08/2026 10:30am | 18/08/2026 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. |
