Garvagh 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.
Library Location
Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Thursday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm. 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. |
29/05/2025 2:00pm | 25/06/2026 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. |
| Seed Social |
Garvagh Library invites you to come along to our monthly Seed Social Club to learn and share tips on seeds and gardening and to socialise with friends while enjoying a nice cuppa together.
Everyone Welcome
Please contact the library for more information. |
29/05/2025 2:30pm | 25/06/2026 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 |
Every Saturday from 10:00am to 10:30am. Everyone welcome. 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! |
31/05/2025 10:00am | 27/06/2026 10:30am | 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. |
| Duplo Club |
Every Saturday from 10:30am to 11:30am.
For children aged 1 – 6 years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer.
Please contact the library for more information. |
31/05/2025 10:30am | 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 2:30pm to 3:30pm. Everyone welcome. 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. |
03/06/2025 2:30pm | 30/06/2026 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. |
| Lego Club |
Every Tuesday from 4:30pm to 5:30pm. For children aged 4 - 10 years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer. Please contact the library for more information. |
03/06/2025 4:30pm | 30/06/2026 5:30pm | 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. |
| Closing Ceremony with Certificate Gifting and 'Time Travel Postcards' |
Garvagh Library welcomes children 4-11 to join us for our Big Summer Read Closing Ceremony.
You will be presented with your certificate and are invited to partake in our craft event to create a Time Travel Postcard.
What was your favourite era of your time travel reading journey?
Using our array of craft resources, design a beautiful postcard and write a message from that time to represent it!
Everyone Welcome.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 2955 8500. |
30/08/2025 11:00am | 30/08/2025 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. |
| Storytime |
Weekly, every Saturday from 2:30pm to 3.00pm. Suitable for ages 4-8 years; children must be accompanied by an adult.
t: 028 2955 8500 |
06/09/2025 2:30pm | 20/06/2026 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. |
| Roald Dahl Day - Themed Storytime and 'BFG's Enormous Ears' craft |
Hear that? It's Roald Dahl Day. Join us in Garvagh Library for our themed Storytime and whizz popping 'BFG' Enormous Ears Craft. Children aged 4-10 years are invited to come along and listen to our Roald Dahl Storytime before making their own pair of giant ears.
From 11:30am – 12:30pm |
13/09/2025 11:30am | 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. |
| Chatterbooks |
Chatterbooks is an exciting Junior Reading Group where children aged 9 - 11 years can come along to chat about their favourite books, enjoy fun activities and crafts and meet new friends.
The third Tuesday of the month (Dates will vary – please ask staff) from 5:30pm-6:30pm |
16/09/2025 5:30pm | 16/06/2026 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. |
