Maghera Library
Latest Service Updates
📢CUSTOMER NOTICE: Local Libraries Return to Winter Opening Hours📢
Winter opening hours will be in operation across the network of libraries from Monday 1 September, with late nights available once again for customers.
Please keep an eye on our website and local Facebook pages from Monday 1 September for more information.
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
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| Adult Reading Group |
Adult Reading Group meets 3rd Tuesday of each month 4.00pm-5.00pm.
This group meets regularly to enjoy and discuss a variety of books from contemporary to classic. Adult Reading Groups are a great opportunity for members to join in some lively literary discussions in a relaxed, friendly environment.
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20/05/2025 4:00pm | 16/06/2026 5:00pm | 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. |
| Mindful Colouring Art Group |
Every Tuesday from 1:30pm to 3:00pm. Booking is essential. Mindful Colouring groups are for anyone who wants to explore the world of adult colouring with intricate colouring patterns and designs. They can enhance well-being, help calm the mind and relieve stress through relaxed, meditative colouring in. |
27/05/2025 1:30pm | 23/06/2026 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Wednesday from 10:15am to 10:45am. Booking is essential. 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! |
28/05/2025 10:15am | 24/06/2026 10:45am | 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 Friday from 11:00am to 12 noon. 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. |
30/05/2025 11:00am | 26/06/2026 12 noon | 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 and Duplo Club |
Every Saturday from 11:00am to 12:00 noon. For children aged 1.5 - 10 years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer. Come along to have some Lego and Duplo building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build. |
31/05/2025 11:00am | 27/06/2026 12 noon | 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 Saturday from 1:30pm to 3:00pm. 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. |
31/05/2025 1:30pm | 27/06/2026 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. |
| Roald Dahl Storytime and Craft |
Listen to some classic Roald Dahl tales and make something fun to take home. |
13/09/2025 10:30am | 13/09/2025 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. |
The Out of Hours Service allows adults (aged 18 years and over) controlled access to Maghera Library for an additional 33 hours per week outside of normal opening hours.
Registered members can access a limited but important range of services on a self-service basis, including broadband/Wi-Fi access, printing facilities, study space and book borrowing. To register, just call in or contact the library during normal opening hours and ask staff for details.
You can view the opening hours of the service on this web page.
You can download more information at the links below.
| Out of Hours Induction Pack files |
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