Dundonald Library
CUSTOMER NOTICE – July Holiday Closures
All Libraries NI’s public libraries will be closed on Monday 13 and Tuesday 14 July 2026.
The Mobile Library service will be off the road from Monday 13 to Friday 17 July 2026 inclusive.
The Out of Hours service will be closed from Saturday 11 to Tuesday 14 July 2026 (inclusive), reopening on Wednesday 15 July 2026 in Out of Hours libraries.
Please remember that eServices (eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and eNewspapers) are available during this period, and joining online is free.
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Friday from 10:30am - 11:00am. Children must be accompanied by an adult; Booking Essential. 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! |
01/05/2026 10:30am | 25/06/2027 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 and Duplo Club |
Every Friday from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Booking is advisable. For children aged 3 and over for the Duplo Club and children aged 6 and over for the Lego Club ; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Come along to have Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build. |
01/05/2026 2:00pm | 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. |
| Storytime |
Thursday from 2:15pm - 2:45pm. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 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. |
07/05/2026 2:15pm | 24/06/2027 2:45pm | 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 Monday from 10:00am - 12:00noon. |
11/05/2026 10:00am | 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. |
| Big Summer Read - Make your own Comic |
Create your very own Big Summer Read comic strip. Use story dice to discover your characters and plan your story, then see where your imagination and creativity take you. For children aged 4-11 years |
16/07/2026 2:00pm | 16/07/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read - Egyptian Mummies |
Visit Dundonald library to wrap up your very own tiny “mummy” at our craft session and hear stories about Ancient Egypt and its strange culture For children aged 4-11 years |
22/07/2026 2:00pm | 22/07/2026 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. |
| Go On - Creative Photos for Fun |
Find out how to order prints and create photobooks online. |
30/07/2026 10:30am | 30/07/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read - Feathered Friends |
With stories and poems, learn about the chirpy chums we share our gardens with and create a feathery, colourful friend to live in our Big Summer Read Storytime tree |
30/07/2026 2:00pm | 30/07/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read - Comedy Afternoon and Joke Wall |
Make your library laugh. For children aged 4-11 years |
05/08/2026 2:00pm | 05/08/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read - Kubo the Pirate |
KUBO is the world’s first puzzle-based educational robot that allows you to learn a fun and easy way to code. |
12/08/2026 11:30am | 12/08/2026 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. |
| Dundonald Adult Storytelling Group |
Marianne McShane is a writer and storyteller from Bangor whose lyrical storytelling has captivated audiences from Clear Cape to Central Park. She has a special love for Irish and Scottish Wonder Tales, and her stories of selkies, mermaids and fairy folk transport listeners to the magical Otherworld. After a career in New York and Connecticut as a children's librarian, Marianne is delighted to be back home in Bangor on the shore of Belfast Lough. |
12/08/2026 11:30am | 12/08/2026 1:00pm | 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. |
| Big Summer Read - Kubo the Pirate |
KUBO is the world’s first puzzle-based educational robot that allows you to learn a fun and easy way to code. |
12/08/2026 3:30pm | 12/08/2026 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. |
| Knit and Natter |
Please note this event will resume in September after the summer break. 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. |
02/09/2026 2:00pm | 30/06/2027 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. |
| Reading Gang |
Please note this event will resume in September after the summer break.
Junior Reading Groups are a fun way for children to be introduced to 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.
For Children aged 9-11 children must be accompanied by an adult. |
08/09/2026 3:30pm | 08/06/2027 4:15pm | 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. |
| Junior Reading Gang |
Please note this event will resume in September after the summer break.
Second Thursday of each month from 3:30pm - 4:15pm.
Junior Reading Groups are a fun way for children to be introduced to 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.
For Children aged 7- 9 children must be accompanied by an adult. |
10/09/2026 3:30pm | 10/06/2027 4:15pm | 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 |
Please note this event will resume again in September after the summer break. Monthly on a Saturday from 10:15am –11:15am Please contact staff for dates. t: 028 9048 3994 Adult Reading Groups are a great opportunity for members to join in some lively literary discussions in a relaxed, friendly environment. The groups encourage people to read for pleasure, share their enthusiasm and express opinions about books and their authors. The group meets on a regular basis and the book the group will be discussing can be borrowed from the library catalogue for free. |
19/09/2026 10:15am | 05/06/2027 11:15am | 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. |
| Macmillan Coffee Morning |
Dundonald Library is delighted to host our annual Macmillan Coffee Morning. Enjoy tasty treats and a chat while supporting Macmillan Cancer Support. All welcome |
25/09/2026 11:00am | 25/09/2026 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. |
