Portaferry Library
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📢CUSTOMER NOTICE: Local Libraries Return to Winter Opening Hours📢
Winter opening hours will be in operation across the network of libraries from Monday 1 September, with late nights available once again for customers.
Please keep an eye on our website and local Facebook pages from Monday 1 September for more information.
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
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| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Fortnightly on Wednesdays from 12 noon - 12:30pm. Booking is 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! |
21/05/2025 12 noon | 24/06/2026 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. |
| Lego Club |
Lego Club monthly on a Saturday from 11:00am – 12 noon - for more details please contact the Library or check our FB page. Join us for some Lego building fun! Each month will focus on a different theme and Lego challenge. Booking essential. t: 028 4272 8194 |
24/05/2025 11:00am | 27/06/2026 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. |
| Knit and Natter |
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. |
28/05/2025 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. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Saturday from 10:30am - 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. |
31/05/2025 10:30am | 27/06/2026 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. |
| Cryptic Corner on Saturdays |
Are you a puzzle lover? Check out Cryptic Corner in the library! |
31/05/2025 10:30am | 27/06/2026 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. |
| Junior Colouring Club |
Make your Wednesday colourful and fun! Bring a friend or find one while you’re here. Every Wednesday from 3:00pm - 4:30pm. |
27/08/2025 3:00pm | 24/06/2026 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. |
| Junior Book Club ‘Paperback Mondays’ |
Make Mondays magical with books! Join our junior book group for fun discussions, activities, and plenty of page-turning adventures.
From 1st September on the first Monday of the month from 4:00pm – 5:00pm. |
01/09/2025 4:00pm | 01/06/2026 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. |
| Writing for Fun Creative Writing Group |
Write, share, and be inspired—creative writing for adults at the library.
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06/09/2025 11:00am | 06/06/2026 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. |
| Roald Dahl Day |
Join us for a gloriumptious Roald Dahl adventure! Hear a story, make your own BFG Dream Jar, and come dressed as your favourite Dahl character.
Booking advised. t: 028 4272 8194
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10/09/2025 3:30pm | 10/09/2025 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. |
| European Heritage Open Day |
Drop into the library and see our Heritage pop-up display. A little history, a lot of memories.
Available during library opening hours. |
13/09/2025 10:00am | 13/09/2025 2:00pm | 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. |
| Adult Book Club |
Love books? Love discussion? Come be part of our friendly Book Club at the library.
Held 3rd Monday of the month from 7:00pm – 8:00pm. |
15/09/2025 7:00pm | 15/06/2026 8:00pm | 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. |
| Alzheimer's Awareness Day |
A special morning of storytelling and interactive activities to mark Alzheimer’s Awareness Day. |
17/09/2025 11:00am | 17/09/2025 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. |
| Macmillan Coffee Morning |
Pop in for a slice (or two), have a natter over a cuppa, and help raise funds for Macmillan Cancer, cake tastes even better when it’s for charity!
Booking not required. |
24/09/2025 10:00am | 24/09/2025 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. |
