Kilrea Library
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| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ‘What’s Your Story’ Writing Group |
First Thursday of every month between 2:00pm – 4:00pm.
You are invited to come along to our monthly What’s Your Story’ writing group to share you story.
Please contact the library for more information. |
01/05/2025 2:00pm | 04/06/2026 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Thursday from 10:30am to 11:00am. Booking is essential. t: 028 2954 0630 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! Contact: |
29/05/2025 10:30am | 25/06/2026 11:00am | 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. |
| Reminiscence Group |
First Saturday of every month beginning from 10:30am – 11:30am. You are invited to come along to our Reminiscence Group held in Kilrea Library on the first Saturday of every month. 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. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Saturday from 2:30pm to 4:00pm. 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. |
31/05/2025 2:30pm | 27/06/2026 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. |
| Storytime |
Weekly, every Tuesday from 3:30pm to 4:00pm. Suitable for ages 4-8 years.
Please contact the library for more information. |
02/09/2025 3:30pm | 30/06/2026 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. |
| Lego Club |
Every Thursday from 3:00pm to 4:00pm For children aged 4 - 10 years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer. Please contact the library for more information. |
04/09/2025 3:00pm | 25/06/2026 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. |
| Family Knitting Club |
Second Saturday of every month between 10:30am – 11:30m.
Are you ready to learn about knitting? Then come along to Kilrea Library and enjoy our family knitting group where are staff will teach you the beginner skills on the art of knitting.
Booking Essential |
13/09/2025 10:30am | 13/06/2026 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. |
| Adult Reading Club |
Third Tuesday of every month from 6:30pm – 7:15pm
This group aims to allow everyone’s reading experiences to be shared and enjoyed. Participants don’t have to be library members but if you join, you can borrow the book the group will be discussing for free.
Please contact the library for more information. |
16/09/2025 6:30pm | 16/06/2026 7:15pm | 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. |
| Junior Reading Group |
Third Saturday of every month between 12:00pm – 12:45pm.
For children aged 7-9 years, come and join our monthly Junior Reading Group. This group is a fun way for children to be introduced to a wide range of new books, authors and to make new friends along the way. Members are asked to read a chosen book before each meeting, which will be available to borrow for free from the library catalogue.
Please contact the library for more information. |
20/09/2025 12 noon | 19/06/2026 12:45pm | 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. |
| Connect North Information Session |
Kilrea Library is delighted to welcome a member of the Connect North Team into the library, as part of Positive Ageing Month, to host an information session and provide further advice on Connect North, which has been developed with service users to offer a social prescribing service for adults living in the Northern Health and Social Care Trust area.
Everyone welcome to attend from 2:00pm - 3:00pm |
14/10/2025 2:00pm | 14/10/2025 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. |
| Good Relations Week - 'Connect Over Coffee' Event |
As part of Good Relations Week, Kilrea Library invites the local community to join us for our special 'Connect Over Coffee' event. Come along and enjoy a nice cuppa and biscuit as we socialise, share stories and chat about what connects our local community together.
Everyone Welcome. 2:30pm - 3:30pm |
14/10/2025 2:30pm | 14/10/2025 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. |
| 'Let's Talks Books' Discussion Evening |
Share favourite reads and book recommendations. |
21/10/2025 6:30pm | 21/10/2025 7:15pm | 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 Character Dress Up and 'Where's Wally' Scavenger Hunt |
Dress up in a book character's costume and join the 'Where's Wally' Scavenger Hunt. |
23/10/2025 2:30pm | 23/10/2025 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. |
| Kids 'Bring-A-Book-Along' |
Bring a book , our friendly library staff will encourage you to share why you love it! |
25/10/2025 12 noon | 25/10/2025 12:45pm | 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. |
| Spooky Storytime and 'Creepy Spider' Paper Plate Craft |
Kilrea Library is getting spooky for Halloween as we invite children aged 4-8 years to come along and enjoy a themed Storytime, read by our Library Staff. Then be sure to join in all the fun with our 'Creepy Spider' Paper Plate Craft afterwards, where you will use our craft resources to make your own creepy , crawling spider.
Booking Advisable. 3:30pm - 4:30pm t: 028 2954 0630 |
28/10/2025 3:30pm | 28/10/2025 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. |
| Cancer awareness session facilitated by The Farming Community Network |
Libraries NI is proud to support the #NipItInTheBud campaign by hosting cancer awareness sessions in libraries across Northern Ireland. The campaign aims to tackle health inequalities in rural areas by raising awareness of cancer symptoms, encouraging earlier detection, and promoting timely access to healthcare. Early detection is key to improving outcomes — and ensuring rural residents feel informed and confident to seek help is at the heart of this work. |
04/12/2025 11:00am | 04/12/2025 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. |
