A creative writing group for adults of all skill levels, meeting fortnightly on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

Please contact the library for details.
t: 028 9127 0591
e: bangorcarnegie.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Come along and enjoy reading your favourite books, take part in exciting crafts and other activities, and meet new friends!

Chatterbooks is open to children aged 7-11. Booking is essential.
 

To mark Good Relations Week and this year’s theme of ‘Include’, Bangor Carnegie Library will celebrate the diverse voices and experiences that make up our local community.

Working with local community groups, the library will share the stories of people who have come from around the world to make Bangor their home. Contributors will reflect on their experiences of coming to Bangor, what they value about life here, what they miss or remember about the places they came from, and what makes somewhere feel like home.

Stories will be featured in a special display at Bangor Carnegie Library, with selected contributions also shared through Libraries NI’s North Down and Ards social media channels throughout Good Relations Week.

The project aims to create opportunities for different voices to be heard, encourage understanding between communities, and celebrate Bangor as a place shaped by people from many different backgrounds.

1-2-1 eClinic - IT help for beginners: help with your mobile device, general IT assistance, information about library e-services.
Booking essential.
t: 028 9127 0591
e: bangorcarnegie.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Celebrate Book Week NI at Bangor Carnegie Library by making your own Monster or Owl corner bookmark! A fun craft activity for children to create a colourful character to take home and use while enjoying their favourite books.

Booking not essential.
t: 028 9127 0591
e: bangorcarnegie.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Our lives can feel busy with endless to-do lists and demands, or heavy with loss and the state of the world. Poetry has the power to acknowledge loss and still make room for hope, to hold grief and still allow for joy. Take some time to let yourself breathe and to discover ‘pockets of joy’ in this poetry workshop with multi-award-winning poet, Stephanie Conn. We will look at the work of established writers as a spring-board for our own writing. Stephanie will gently guide us through a range of engaging and inspiring prompts in an encouraging environment. 

No previous experience required. 
Booking essential. 

t: 028 9127 0591
e: bangorcarnegie.library@librariesni.org.uk



 

Come along to hear from decorated local writer Siobhán Murphy, author of The Hedgefall Chronicles, about her journey to being published, her writing process and how fantasy, apocalyptic and speculative fiction literature has shaped her work. Find out first hand by taking part in our Q&A what it is like to be an author, develop resilience, and overcome setbacks along the way. 
Everyone welcome, booking is essential. 

t: 028 9127 0591
e: bangorcarnegie.library@librariesni.org.uk


 

Meet some of the gods, goddesses, monsters, and heroes of the Ancient Greek world! In this workshop, we will explore some famous stories from Greek mythology, then recreate them ourselves by making our very own shadow puppets.

Dr Steph Holton is a lecturer in the Department of Classical Studies at The Open University. She often works closely with schools and museums to introduce children to the cultures and languages of the ancient world.

Suitable for children aged 7-11. Booking essential.

e: bangorcarnegie.library@librariesni.org.uk

t: 028 9127 0591

IT help for beginners: help with your mobile device, general IT assistance, information about library e-services.

t: 028 9127 0591

e: bangor.carnegie@librariesni.org.uk

Join us at Bangor Carnegie Library for five weeks of stories, fun and activities!

Every week, children can enjoy a different story and collect a special sticker for their BookStart sticker book. Collect all five stickers to earn a prize! 

We'll finish our challenge with a very special Gruffalo Day session, featuring a themed storytime and activities (costumes welcome).

Everyone is welcome to join our Gruffalo Day celebrations, whether they've completed the challenge or not.

BookStart Storytime sessions: Tuesday 3, 10, 17, 24 November; 1 December, 2:30-3:00pm

Gruffalo Celebration: Tuesday 8 December, 2:30-4:00pm

Suitable for children aged 4-8.

t: 028 9127 0591
e: bangorcarnegie.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Colin Urwin is a modern-day Seanchaí, bringing the rich traditions of Ireland to life through song, story and verse. A folksinger, songwriter, storyteller and author, Colin has spent a lifetime immersed in the language, folklore and heritage of his beloved Glens of Antrim.

He weaves captivating ballads, tales of wonder and moving stories of remembrance that honour the lives, memories and spirit of generations past. Join Colin for an unforgettable journey where history, music and storytelling come together.
Suggested donation £3.

t: 028 9127 0591
e: bangorcarnegie.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Avoiding Burnout: Balancing Your Get, Threat & Reset Modes
Professor Ross White, Queen’s University Belfast.

Professor Ross White is an award-winning clinical psychologist who helps people and organisations thrive in challenging and high-pressure environments. He has extensive experience supporting the mental health and wellbeing of adults working in demanding settings, including business leaders and elite athletes.

Time: 6:30pm
t: 028 9127 0591
e: bangorcarnegie.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Join Cruse Bereavement Support for a welcoming and supportive session exploring grief and the experience of bereavement. The session will help participants better understand the grieving process, recognise common emotional responses to loss, and learn about sources of support available to them.

Open to anyone who has experienced bereavement or would like to better understand and support someone who is grieving.

Ask staff for details.
t: 028 9127 0591
e: bangorcarnegie.library@librariesni.org.uk

Discover the intricate pen drawings of local artist Patrick Boullier in Sacred Geometry, an exhibition exploring the connections between art, mathematics, mythology and spirituality.

Drawing inspiration from ancient symbolism, geometric patterns and the natural world, Patrick creates richly detailed black-and-white artworks in which every line and symbol carries meaning.

Open during normal opening hours (ask staff for exceptions).

t: 028 9127 0591
e: bangorcarnegie.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Join us for a cosy gathering of seasonal tales, poems and tunes.

This month, with no featured storyteller, it's your time to shine! Share your own story, song, or poem suitable for the season.

All are invited!

t: 028 9127 0591
e: bangorcarnegie.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Celebrate the shortest day of the year with a little storytelling magic at Bangor Carnegie Library!

Children are invited to choose from a selection of winter-themed story prompts and write their own short stories. Whether it's a mysterious light in the darkness, a woodland creature preparing for winter, or a magical adventure on the longest night, the possibilities are endless!

Completed stories will be displayed in the library for everyone to enjoy.
Suitable for children of all ages.

t: 028 9127 0591
e: bangorcarnegie.library@librariesni.org.uk