Donaghadee Library
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| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cryptic Corner |
Keep your mind active, relax with puzzles, crosswords and sudokus in good company. Every Friday 10:30am am until 12:00noon. Everyone welcome - booking not necessary. |
16/05/2025 10:30am | 26/06/2026 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. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Friday from 10:30am - 12:00noon. |
16/05/2025 10:30am | 26/06/2026 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Monday from 10:30am - 11:00am Please contact library to book. 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! |
19/05/2025 10:30am | 22/06/2026 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. |
| Mindful Colouring |
Every Tuesday from 2:00pm-3:00pm. Open to all, booking not necessary. 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. |
20/05/2025 2:00pm | 23/06/2026 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. |
| Knit and Natter |
Every Wednesday from 2:00pm - 3:00pm. Booking is essential. 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. |
21/05/2025 2:00pm | 24/06/2026 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. |
| Scribblers Creative Writing Group |
First Friday of the month from 11:00am - 12:00noon. If you enjoy writing or just want to give it a go, then a writing group can be a great way to meet like-minded people, share ideas, get feedback and get writing. |
06/06/2025 11:00am | 05/06/2026 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. |
| Adult Reading Group |
Adult Reading Group: last Thursday of the month 11:00am to 12:30pm |
26/06/2025 11:00am | 25/06/2026 12:30pm | 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. |
| Maurice Shannon Art Exhibition |
Exhibition of original Botanical Watercolour paintings 4 - 29 August 2025. |
04/08/2025 10:00am | 29/08/2025 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. |
| Magic Maze |
Navigate your way through our Time Travel Maze. |
08/08/2025 2:00pm | 08/08/2025 3:30pm | 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. |
| Lego Club |
Weekly on a Saturday beginning Saturday 9 August. From 11:00am - 12 noon.
For children aged 3 and over accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required. |
09/08/2025 11:00am | 20/06/2026 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. |
| Ulster Sayings |
Talk by Dr Tom Neill on the origins of Ulster Sayings. |
12/08/2025 1:30pm | 12/08/2025 2:30pm | 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. |
| Fun in the water |
Learn about water safety and the history of the RNLI. Suitable for children aged 6 - 9 years; children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. |
13/08/2025 2:00pm | 13/08/2025 3:30pm | 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. |
| Time Travel writings |
Create your own story of time travel adventures. |
13/08/2025 2:00pm | 13/08/2025 3:30pm | 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. |
| Big Summer Read 2025 - Hunt the answer |
Journey around the world to hunt the answers in our time travel adventure.
For children 4-11 years old, must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential |
19/08/2025 2:00pm | 19/08/2025 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. |
| Dinosaur Lego Adventure |
Create your favourite pre historic beast |
30/08/2025 11:00am | 30/08/2025 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. |
