Bangor Carnegie 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Let's Get Moving Walking Group |
Second Wednesday of the month from 11:00am - 12:30pm. Gentle walk with the group. Booking advisable. t: 028 9127 0591 |
13/11/2024 11:00 AM | 11/06/2025 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. |
| Bangor Carnegie Yarnspinners |
Second Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm - 4:00pm.
For more information please contact the library. t: 028 9127 0591 |
13/11/2024 02:30 PM | 11/06/2025 04:00 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. |
| Bangor Scribes Creative Writing Group |
Bangor Scribes creative writing group. Fortnightly on a Thursday from 7:00pm - 8:45pm. Please contact the library for dates. t: 028 9127 0591 |
21/11/2024 07:00 PM | 26/06/2025 08:45 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. |
| 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. |
25/11/2024 10:30 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. |
| Children's Storytime |
Every Monday from 3:45pm - 4:15pm. 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. |
25/11/2024 03:45 PM | 23/06/2025 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 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. |
26/11/2024 09:30 AM | 24/06/2025 10:00 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. |
| Mindful Colouring |
Every Wednesday from 11:00am until 12:00pm. Enhance your well-being and calm the mind through relaxed meditative colouring. A gentle way to reduce stress using intricate colouring patterns and designs. |
27/11/2024 11:00 AM | 25/06/2025 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. |
| 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! |
28/11/2024 09:30 AM | 26/06/2025 10:00 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. |
| 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. |
28/11/2024 04:00 PM | 26/06/2025 05:00 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 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. |
29/11/2024 11:00 AM | 27/06/2025 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. |
| 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 |
29/11/2024 03:00 PM | 27/06/2025 04:00 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. |
| 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. |
30/11/2024 10:30 AM | 28/06/2025 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 2:00pm - 3:00pm. Booking essential. For Lego enthusiasts aged 7 to 12. Come along to have Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build. |
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. |
| 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. |
02/12/2024 02:00 PM | 02/06/2025 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. |
| 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. |
04/12/2024 11:00 AM | 04/06/2025 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. |
| 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. |
06/12/2024 03:45 PM | 06/06/2025 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. |
| Bangor Carnegie Yarnspinners |
Join us in Bangor Carnegie Library for this months Yarnspinners event.
Booking essential. |
12/02/2025 02:30 PM | 12/02/2025 04:00 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. |
| Bangor Carnegie Yarnspinners |
Join us in Bangor Carnegie Library for this months Yarnspinners event.
Booking essential. |
12/03/2025 02:30 PM | 12/03/2025 04:00 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. |
| Bangor Carnegie Yarnspinners |
Join us in Bangor Carnegie Library for this months Yarnspinners event.
Booking essential. |
09/04/2025 02:30 PM | 09/04/2025 04:00 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. |
| Bangor Carnegie Yarnspinners |
Join us in Bangor Carnegie Library for this months Yarnspinners event.
Booking essential. |
14/05/2025 02:30 PM | 14/05/2025 04:00 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. |
