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| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| Mother’s Day – 'Mother’s Day Card' Craft |
Garvagh Library welcomes children aged 4-8 to come on down and craft a card for your lovely mammy this Mother's Day weekend. Nothing says "thank you, mum!" like a homemade card, but keeping the crafty clean up out of the house for the weekend sure does help. From 11:30am - 12:30 Noon |
14/03/2026 11:30am | 14/03/2026 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. |
| National Puppy Day – 'Paper Puppy' Craft |
Woof woof! It’s almost National Puppy Day, so Garvagh Library would like to invite animal lovers aged 4-10 to join us for our pawesome paper puppy craft. Lead by our lovely library staff, we will guide you through creating your very own Fido friend out of paper. |
21/03/2026 11:30am | 21/03/2026 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. |
| Youth Art Month – Picture This: Self Portrait |
To celebrate Youth Art Month, Garvagh Library invites all budding Picassos aged 4-10 to join us for this picture-perfect Self Portrait craft. Using our array of craft resources, we encourage you to get creative with how you represent yourself in portraiture. |
28/03/2026 11:30am | 28/03/2026 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. |