Dungiven 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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| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Friday from 10:30am to 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. |
30/05/2025 10:30am | 26/06/2026 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 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! |
02/06/2025 10:30am | 29/06/2026 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. |
| 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 |
03/06/2025 3:00pm | 02/06/2026 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. |
| 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. |
04/06/2025 3:00pm | 24/06/2026 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. |
| Adult Chess Club |
Adult Chess Club- every Wednesday from 4:30 - 6:00pm.
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03/09/2025 4:30pm | 24/06/2026 6:00pm | 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. |
| Weekly Storytime |
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.
Every Saturday from 11:00am - 11:30am. t: 028 7774 1475 |
06/09/2025 11:00am | 27/06/2026 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. |
| 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. |
09/09/2025 11:00am | 23/06/2026 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. |
| Chatterbooks Junior Reading Group |
Chatterbooks Junior Reading Group- for ages 7 - 11- Second Tuesday of each month, 3:30pm - 4:00pm.
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09/09/2025 3:30pm | 09/06/2026 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. |
| First Housing Advice Service - Outreach Clinic |
Dungiven Library is delighted to welcome a representative from First Housing Advice Service to host an outreach clinic. First Housing Advice Service aims to provide housing advice to individuals or families at risk of homelessness or facing housing-related issues.
Support is delivered through their outreach clinics in community venues, helping to ensure housing services are accessible to those in need. Everyone welcome. 11:00am - 1:00pm |
12/09/2025 11:00am | 12/09/2025 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. |
| Roald Dahl Day - Themed Storytime and Crafts Session |
Dungiven Library invites children aged 4-11 years to come along and join us in celebrating Roald Dahl Day with a special Roald Dahl themed Storytime. Afterwards there will be a selection of fun craft activities for you to enjoy.
From 11:00am - 12:30pm. |
13/09/2025 11:00am | 13/09/2025 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. |
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 |
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