Garvagh Library

Garvagh Library

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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.
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.
May Day - 'Spring Flowers' Craft  

Garvagh Library invites young florists aged 4-8 years old to celebrate May Day with our 'Spring Flowers' Craft. Make your own array of colourful flowers using our range of craft resources. 

From 11:30am – 12:30pm

 02/05/2026 11:30am 02/05/2026 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 Children's Day - 'Handy Spring Chicken' Craft  

Join us in Garvagh Library ahead of National Children's Day for this handy craft. Led by our lovely library staff, children aged 4-8 years, (children must be accompanied by an adult) will create their very own 'Spring Chicken'. 

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

 09/05/2026 11:30am 09/05/2026 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.
Mental Health Awareness Week - 'Time for Tea' Event  

Garvagh Library invites you to take a little time out this Mental Health Awareness Week and drop in, enjoy a cup of tea and spend some time in conversation in the relaxed, welcoming space that is your local library. 

Everyone Welcome from 3:30pm - 4:30pm

 12/05/2026 3:30pm 12/05/2026 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.
Mental Health Awareness Week - 'Soft Watercolour Session'  

Adults are invited to relax with us in Garvagh Library this Mental Health Awareness Week. Our watercolour session will allow you a break from your busy schedule for a mindful art outlet in soft watercolour. 

Booking Advisable from 2:30pm - 3:30pm.
t: 028 2955 8500

 14/05/2026 2:30pm 14/05/2026 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.
Mental Health Awareness Week - 'Simple Mindful Origami'  

Garvagh Library invites children aged 4-8 years old to join us for our Simple Mindful Origami craft this Mental Health Awareness Week. Led by our lovely library staff, you will create your very own animal simply by folding paper! 

From 11:30am – 12:30pm

 16/05/2026 11:30am 16/05/2026 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.
Elmer Day - 'Colourful Collage' Elmer Craft  

Hip hip hooray, it's Elmer Day! Children aged 4-8 years are invited to join us in Garvagh Library to celebrate our bright elephant friend with our Colourful Collage Elmer craft. Using our array of craft resources, you will create your very own Elmer with all his patchwork colours. 

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

 23/05/2026 11:30am 23/05/2026 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.