Garvagh Library

Garvagh Library

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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.
t: 028 2955 8500
e: garvagh.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

 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
Last Thursday of each month from2:30pm – 3:30pm.

 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2955 8500

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

 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2955 8500
 

 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.
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 2955 8500
e: garvagh.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

 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.

Storytime sessions help children 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.

 

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  
t: 028 2955 8500

 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.
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. 

From 11:30am – 12:30pm.
Booking not required.

 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.
Children's 'Easter Card' Making Craft  

As part of our Easter celebrations, Garvagh Library invites children aged 4-8 years old to our Easter Card craft. Using our array of craft resources, you can make your own colourful card to celebrate this Easter season. 

From 3:00pm – 4:00pm, booking not required.

 02/04/2026 3:00pm 02/04/2026 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.
Happy Bunny' Children's Easter Craft  

Garvagh Library invites children aged 4-8 years to hop on down to our library for our Happy Bunny Easter craft. Led by our lovely library staff, create your own bouncy bunny friend this Easter weekend. 

From 11:30am – 12:30pm, booking not required.

 04/04/2026 11:30am 04/04/2026 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.
Easter Afternoon Tea' Event  

As part of our Easter celebrations, Garvagh Library invites adults to our Easter Afternoon Tea. Come enjoy a quiet cuppa with a biscuit ahead of the Easter festivities. 

Everyone Welcome from 2:00pm – 3:00pm.
 

 04/04/2026 2:00pm 04/04/2026 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.