Killyleagh Library

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Event Name Event Details Start Date & Time End Date & Time Booking
Tea and Newspapers  
Every Tuesday from 11:00am - 12:30pm.
 
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.
03/12/2024 11:00 AM 24/06/2025 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.
Knit and Natter  
Every Tuesday from 11:00am - 12:30pm.
Contact Library for more information.
 
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.
03/12/2024 11:00 AM 24/06/2025 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.
Greenfingers Gardening Group  

Beginning on Wednesday 6 November from 2:00pm - 4:00pm and fortnightly thereafter.

 

Booking essential.

t: 028 4482 8407

 

 

04/12/2024 02:00 PM 25/06/2025 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.
Cryptic Corner  
Every Wednesday from 6.45pm - 7.45pm.
 
Keep your mind active – relax with crosswords and sudokus in good company.
 
 
04/12/2024 06:45 PM 25/06/2025 07:45 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme  
*Please note Rhythm and Rhyme will take place on Saturday 7 December at 11:15am instead of the normal Friday session

Every Friday from 11:15am - 11:45am. 
Booking essential - contact Library.
 
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!
06/12/2024 11:15 AM 20/06/2025 11:45 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 and Family colouring  
Takes place every Friday from 2:00pm - 3:00pm.

Enhance your well-being and calm the mind through relaxed meditative colouring. A gentle way to reduce stress using intricate colouring patterns and designs.
06/12/2024 02:00 PM 27/06/2025 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.
Board games and chess  

Takes place every Saturday, from 11:00am - 12 noon.

07/12/2024 11:00 AM 21/06/2025 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.
Lego Club  
Second Wednesday of the month from 3.30pm - 4.30pm.
 
Booking not required.
 
Come along to have Lego building fun.  Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.  For children aged 8+.  Children must be accompanied by an adult.
11/12/2024 03:30 PM 11/06/2025 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.
Adult Reading Group  

Meeting on the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6:45pm – 7:45pm 

The Adult Reading Group for 16's and over gives an opportunity for adults to discuss their latest book.

18/12/2024 06:45 PM 18/06/2025 07:45 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.
Shadowing Miss Grimshaw  

A talk by Diana Gleadhill telling the story of Co Antrim writer and Pacific adventurer Beatrice Ethal Grimshaw.

 

Booking not required.

07/02/2025 02:00 PM 07/02/2025 02:45 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.
Children's Mental Health Week Storytime  

In support of Children's Mental Health Week, we will be reading stories about feelings and friendship, and how important it is to talk about your feelings.


For children aged 4-8 years, accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.

08/02/2025 11:00 AM 08/02/2025 11:30 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.
Give It A Go - Family History - Do you know who you are?  

Come and learn more about who you are. Members of the Family History Society will be operating an information stand advising people of their activities, providing information and assisting customers in how to trace their family tree.

 

Booking not required.

12/02/2025 02:00 PM 12/02/2025 08:00 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.
Give It A Go - Art Demo  

Local artist Leo Casement will be delivering a drawing and painting demonstration and giving advice on how to get started.

 

Booking not required.

15/02/2025 11:00 AM 15/02/2025 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.
NI Science Festival 2025 - Super Science Saturday  

Join us for a morning of interactive science experiments, fun quiz and crafts as we celebrate NI Science Festival. For children aged 8 -11 years old and must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential.
 

22/02/2025 11:00 AM 22/02/2025 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.