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.
Talk Like A Pirate Day - Storytime and 'Paper Plate Pirate' Craft  

Ahar, me hearties! It be 'Talk Like a Pirate Day' in 'Garrrvagh' Library. Pirates aged 4-10 years are invited to sail on down if ye be brave enough for our pirate themed story, then craft a member of yer very own crew with our Paper Plate Pirate Craft.

 

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

20/09/2025 11:30am 20/09/2025 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.
Autumnal Art Afternoon  

The Autumn Equinox is upon us. Garvagh Library invites adults to celebrate the change of the season with an Autumnal Art Afternoon. Paint, draw, or colour your very own autumn themed landscape, guided by a member of our staff. 

 

Booking advisable. 3:30pm - 4:30pm

t: 028 2955 8500

23/09/2025 3:30pm 23/09/2025 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.
Macmillan Coffee Morning  

Join us for The Macmillan Coffee Morning! This is about more than fundraising – it’s a chance to enjoy coffee, cake and conversation, reconnect with friends and feel part of your local community while supporting a cause that touches so many lives. Booking is not required.

25/09/2025 10:00am 25/09/2025 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.
International Rabbit Day - 'Head Bopping Bunnies' Craft  

Hop on down to Garvagh Library this International Rabbit Day. We invite children aged 4-10 years to join us for our 'Bopping Head Bunnies' Craft. 

 

Burrow into our variety of craft resources and make your own cute bunny rabbit to celebrate the day. 11:30am – 12:30pm.

 

Booking not required.

27/09/2025 11:30am 27/09/2025 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.
Book Recommendation Group  

A special book group session with a twist. Calling all adult readers to come and recommend a book they have recently read and enjoyed.

 

Booking not required.

21/10/2025 3:30pm 21/10/2025 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.
Bookish Quiz Night  

Fun book themed quiz for adults.
Booking advised.
t: 028 2955 8500

21/10/2025 6:30pm 21/10/2025 7:30pm 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.
Shared Storytelling Session  

Join a shared storytelling session where the ending is up to you!
For children aged 6-10 years, children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.  

23/10/2025 4:00pm 23/10/2025 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.
Potato Book Character' - Children's Craft  

Potato craft session for children aged 4-10 years accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.
 

25/10/2025 11:30am 25/10/2025 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.