Newcastle Library
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CUSTOMER NOTICE - Bank Holiday Closures
All Libraries NI’s public and mobile libraries will be closed on Saturday 12, Monday 14 and Tuesday 15 July. Libraries will reopen on Wednesday 16 July.
The Out of Hours service will be closed from Friday 11 July until Tuesday 15 July inclusive reopening on Wednesday 16 July 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 |
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| ASD Session |
Session for ASD children and family members to play games and meet other parents and children.
Every fortnight on a Monday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm. Please check with the library for dates. |
12/05/2025 3:00pm | 22/06/2026 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. |
| Lego Club |
Every Tuesday from 3:30pm - 4:30pm for children aged 7 - 11 years, children must be accompanied by an adult.
ASD friendly sessions will be available every second Monday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm for children aged 4 and over.
t: 028 4372 2710 |
13/05/2025 3:30pm | 23/06/2026 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 |
Every Thursday from 11:00am - 12:00noon 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. |
15/05/2025 11:00am | 25/06/2026 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 Friday from 10:45am - 11:15am. Booking is essential and opens on Wednesday from 11:30am for each week’s session as places are limited. 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. Each session provides an entertaining opportunity for children to engage with others, and offers a foundation for developing reading, listening and language skills in a fun and entertaining way. |
16/05/2025 10:45am | 26/06/2026 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. |
| Puzzles and Games for Adults |
Every Monday from 10:00am - 12 noon.
Everyone welcome. |
09/06/2025 10:00am | 22/06/2026 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 Wednesday from 10:00am - 12 noon. 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. |
11/06/2025 10:00am | 24/06/2026 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. |
| Saturday Storytime |
Every Saturday from 11:00am - 11:30am. For children aged 4-8 years accompanied by an adult.
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14/06/2025 11:00am | 20/06/2026 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. |
| Prehistoric Lego Club and Reading Cave |
Create you own dinosaur in Lego and tell other children how it lived.
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01/07/2025 2:00pm | 01/07/2025 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. |
| Colour and Create Prehistoric Animals |
Colour and create your own dinosaur and face mask
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03/07/2025 11:00am | 03/07/2025 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. |
| Ancient Civilisations – Egyptians, Romans and Myths |
Find it in a Book - “Walk like an Egyptian” Quiz or Fill in the Story blanks. Ancient Civilisations – Romans and Greeks Scavenger Hunt.
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10/07/2025 11:00am | 10/07/2025 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. |
| Medieval and Fairytale Kingdoms – Knights, Castle and Magic |
Castles of the imagination, for children's stories about Knight's castles and magical things to colour and create.
For ages 4-11.
Children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 4372 2710. Booking advisable. |
19/07/2025 11:00am | 19/07/2025 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. |
| The Victorians and The Industrial Age |
Poetry Picnic - Victorian BYO picnic and blanket in our poetry garden. Victorian Scavenger Hunt - Famous inventions that changed our lives. |
26/07/2025 11:00am | 26/07/2025 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. |
