Maghera Library

Maghera Library

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Customer Notice

Weather Warning

The safety and wellbeing of our staff and customers is our top priority, therefore, due to the unprecedented red weather warning due to come into force across Northern Ireland, all public libraries, mobile libraries, and administration centres will be closed tomorrow, Friday 24 January.  There will also be no Homecall Service. Out of Hours services will not be operational from Thursday evening through to Monday morning, due to possible disruption.

As a result, all planned events and activities will be cancelled, however, customers can still access our online resources as normal.

Potential disruption to services may continue into the weekend, so please keep an eye out on our Facebook pages for further updates.

Stay safe and hope to see you soon

 

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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date & Time End Date & Time Booking
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.
03/12/2024 01:30 PM 17/06/2025 03:00 PM 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!
04/12/2024 10:15 AM 18/06/2025 10:45 AM 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.
06/12/2024 11:00 AM 20/06/2025 12:00 PM 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.
07/12/2024 11:00 AM 21/06/2025 12:00 PM 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.
07/12/2024 01:30 PM 21/06/2025 03:00 PM 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 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.


New members always welcome. Next meetings – 10/12/2024, 21/01/2025, 18/02/2025.


Next book available in branch to collect.
 

10/12/2024 04:00 PM 17/06/2025 05:00 PM 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.
Give It A Go - Painting with Acrylics  

This is a chance to try your hand at creating a simple landscape or a still life painting using acrylics on canvas. Paints and a small canvas will be provided. Booking essential. Please contact the branch for more details.

 

t: 028 7964 2578

11/02/2025 01:45 PM 11/02/2025 03:00 PM 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

General Guidance for using the Out of Hours Service

How to use the Wi-Fi and print facilities

Maghera Library Fire Action Notice and Floor Plan

Byelaws and Terms and Conditions