Coleraine Library

Coleraine Library

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CUSTOMER NOTICE - Bank Holiday Closure
 
All public libraries in Northern Ireland will be closed on Monday 31 August and Mobile Libraries will not be on the road. The Out of Hours Service will be available in applicable libraries. You can check out our eResources via our website or app.

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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Adult Reading Club  
First Friday of every month from 2:30pm to 3:30pm.

This group aims to allow everyone’s reading experiences to be shared and enjoyed. Participants don’t have to be library members but if you join, you can borrow the book the group will be discussing for free.
 
Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 7034 2561
e: coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk
 
 
 01/05/2026 2:30pm 04/06/2027 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.
Board Game Club  

Weekly every Saturday.

For children aged 5+ years, come along and play some board games with your friends at Coleraine Library, where our friendly staff are more than happy to help.

Please contact the library for more information.

Children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

t: 028 7034 2561
e: coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

 02/05/2026 10:30am 26/06/2027 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.
Lego Club (on Saturdays)  

Every Saturday from 2:30pm to 3:30pm.

For children aged 5+ years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer.
Come along to have some lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 7034 2561
e:coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk 

 02/05/2026 2:30pm 26/06/2027 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme (Tuesday and Friday Mornings)  

Weekly every Tuesday and Friday mornings from 11:00am to 11:30am.

 

Booking is advisable.

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!

Suitable for children aged 0-4 years; children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

 

Please contact the library for more information.

t: 028 7034 2561

e: coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk 

 05/05/2026 11:00am 25/06/2027 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.
Storytime  

Takes place every Thursday.

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.

Suitable for children aged 4-8 years; children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

 07/05/2026 3:30pm 24/06/2027 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.
Knit and Natter  
Every Monday from 10:30am to 11:30am.

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.
 11/05/2026 10:30am 28/06/2027 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme (Tuesday Afternoon’s)  

Weekly every Tuesday afternoon between 2:15pm to 2:45pm.

 

Booking is advisable.

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!

 

Please contact the library for more information.

t: 028 7034 2561

e: coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk 

 12/05/2026 2:15pm 29/06/2027 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 (Wednesday and Thursday mornings)  

Weekly every Wednesday and Thursday morning from 10:00am to 12:00pm

 

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.

 

Please contact the library for more information.

t: 028 7034 2561

e:coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk 

 13/05/2026 10:00am 30/06/2027 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.
Lego Club (on Wednesdays)  

Every Wednesday from 3:30pm to 4:30pm.

 

For children aged 5+ years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer.

Come along to have some lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.

 

Please contact the library for more information.

t: 028 7034 2561

e:coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk 

 13/05/2026 3:30pm 30/06/2027 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.
Big Summer Read - 'Street Games of Yesteryear' Event  

Ever wondered what type of street games your grandparents played when they were your age?  Children aged 4-8 years accompanied by an adult are invited to come along to Coleraine Library for an afternoon of fun where you will join our staff and play a selection of classic street games such as 'Hopscotch', 'Dollar' and 'What time is it, Mr Wolf?' 

Booking not required.
t: 028 7034 2561
e: coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

 20/08/2026 2:00pm 20/08/2026 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 - 'Marvel Characters' Quiz Event  

Big Summer Read becomes the Marvel Universe at Coleraine Library, as children aged 8+ years are invited to join our 'Marvel Character' Quiz Event. Enjoy two quizzes led by our library staff, where in the first quiz you will match the symbol to the Superhero and then take part in the 'Super Trivia Quiz' to test how much you know about the Marvel Universe. 

From 2:00pm - 3:00pm, booking not required.

 27/08/2026 2:00pm 27/08/2026 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.
Chatterbooks  

First Monday of every month (please contact the library for specific dates) between 4:00pm to 4:45pm

 

Booking is advisable.

 

Chatterbooks is an exciting Junior Reading Group where children aged 7 - 11 years can come along to chat about their favourite books, enjoy fun activities and crafts and meet new friends.

 

Please contact the library for more information.

t: 028 7034 2561

e:coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

 07/09/2026 4:00pm 07/06/2027 4:45pm 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.
USA 250 : A Spanish Ulster Scot in the infant United States: The visit of Admiral Enrique MacDonnell and his observations  

Discover the Ulster connections that helped shape America.
 

Join us at Coleraine Library for an illustrative talk by Roddy Hegarty, exploring our country's deep historical ties with the United States. 

Through the story of Enrique MacDonnell, whose Ulster ancestry can be traced to the Earls of Antrim, this talk uncovers the remarkable contributions of people with Ulster roots during a pivotal period in American history.

Booking advisable.

t:  028 7034 2561

e: Coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk 

 08/09/2026 12:30pm 08/09/2026 1:30pm 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.
Book Week NI - Tale Time Stories Children’s Storytelling Sessions  

As part of our Book Week NI celebrations, Vicky McFarland from Tale Time Stories will be delivering themed Children's Storytelling Sessions for Early Years, KS1 and KS2. Delivering stories of heart, stories to prompt conversations and stories to entertain.

Vicky will use a fun, aminated style that keeps children engaged and participating throughout the sessions.

For Children aged 4 and over (children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult).

Booking Essential.

t: 028 7034 2561
e: Coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk 

 19/10/2026 10:00am 19/10/2026 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.