Dungiven Library

Dungiven Library

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📢 CUSTOMER NOTICE - Bank Holidays Closure 📢

All public libraries in Northern Ireland will be closed on May Day, Monday 5 May and on the Spring Bank Holiday, Monday 26 May and Mobile Libraries will not be on the road on those dates. The Out of Hours Service will remain available on 5 May and 26 May in appropriate libraries. Remember that members have free access to eServices during this period. Register to become a Member.

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Dungiven Library Out Of Hours Service is temporarily unavailable due to a technical fault.

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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Rhythm and Rhyme  
Every Monday from 10:30am to 11:00am.

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!
02/12/2024 10:30am 23/06/2025 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.
Knit and Natter  
Every Tuesday from 11:00am to 12:30pm.

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 11:00am 24/06/2025 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.
Adult Reading Group  
First Tuesday of every month.
 
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 7774 1475
e: dungiven.library@librariesni.org.uk
03/12/2024 3:00pm 03/06/2025 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.
After School Club  

Relax after school, complete homework, play games or puzzles, read from a wide range of books or access free internet.


Children under 12 should be supervised by an adult.

06/01/2025 3:00pm 23/06/2025 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.
Lego Club  
Every Wednesday from 3:00pm to 4:00pm.

Suitable for age 5+. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Come along to have some Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.
08/01/2025 3:00pm 18/06/2025 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.
Bedtime Stories  

Storytime sessions help children develop a love of books, improve their listening skills, inspire creativity and feed their imagination. 


For children aged 4 - 8; accompanied by an adult.

08/01/2025 6:00pm 18/06/2025 6:30pm 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.
Tea and Newspapers  
Every Friday from 10:30am 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.
10/01/2025 10:30am 20/06/2025 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.
Stay and Sing with Me  

Every Friday from 12:00noon- 1:00pm.


Song, rhyme and movement sessions led by SureStart staff, for children aged 0 - 4 accompanied by an adult.

10/01/2025 12 noon 20/06/2025 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.
Creative Writing Group  

Join our creative writing group in Dungiven library to share your work and be inspired by other writers

 

For adults.

 

No need to book. 

12/02/2025 4:00pm 25/06/2025 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.
May Day Fairytales and Crafts  

Join us to celebrate May Day and the start of summer with fairy tales and dragon fly crafts.

For children aged 4 – 10, accompanied by an adult.

 

No need to book. 

03/05/2025 11:00am 03/05/2025 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.
Mindful Crochet Workshop  

Join us in Dungiven library during Mental Health Awareness Week to learn basic crochet stitches- for absolute beginners.


No need to book.
 

14/05/2025 6:00pm 14/05/2025 7:00pm 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.
Community Coffee Morning  

Join us in Dungiven library during Mental Health Awareness Week to connect with friends over a cuppa and a chat.


No need to book.

17/05/2025 10:30am 17/05/2025 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.

 

The Out of Hours Service allows adults (aged 18 years and over) controlled access to Dungiven Library for an additional 34 hours per week outside of normal opening hours.
Registered members can access a limited but important range of services on a self-service basis, including broadband/Wi-Fi access, printing facilities, study space and book borrowing. To register, just call in or contact the library during normal opening hours and ask staff for details.

You can view the opening hours of the service on this web page.

You can download more information at the links below.

Out of Hours Induction Pack files

General Guidance for using the Out of Hours Service

How to use the Wi-Fi and print facilities

Dungiven Library Fire Action Notice and Floor Plan

Byelaws and Terms and Conditions

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