Portstewart Library

Portstewart Library

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CUSTOMER NOTICE - Libraries NI Out of Hours Service

Out of Hours libraries will close at 6:00pm (or at the library’s normal closing time if earlier) on Saturday evening, 20 September and will reopen after the library begins its normal opening hours. However, all of our other library services will remain available at the normal times. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. 

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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Rhythm and Rhyme  
Every Monday and Tuesday from 11:00am to 11:30am.
 
Songs, Rhymes and stories for babies and toddlers.
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!

Please ask staff for details.
t: 028 7083 2712
19/05/2025 11:00am 25/06/2026 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 Wednesday from 10:30am to 11:30am

 

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 7083 2712
e: portstewart.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

28/05/2025 10:30am 24/06/2026 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 & Natter  
Wednesdays from 11:00am - 12:30pm
 
A group for anyone who enjoys knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. Share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Bring whatever you are working on at the moment or start a new project.
28/05/2025 11:00am 24/06/2026 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.
Storytime  
Weekly, every Friday from 2:15pm - 2:45pm. Suitable for ages 3-6 years.
 
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.
 
Please ask staff for details.
t: 028 7083 2712
30/05/2025 2:15pm 26/06/2026 2:45pm 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.
Lego Club  
Every Saturday from 11:00 am – 12 noon.
For children aged 5 - 10 years; all children must be accompanied by a parent/carer.

Come along to have some Lego building fun. Booking is essential
t: 028 7083 2712
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.
Adult Reading Group  

First Friday of every month between 10:30am to 11:30am.

 

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.
t: 028 7083 2712
e: portstewart.library@librariesni.org.uk

06/06/2025 10:30am 05/06/2026 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  

Join us for creative crafting, a chat and a cuppa! 
All welcome.

 

Thursdays from 6:30pm - 7:30pm

04/09/2025 6:30pm 25/06/2026 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.
Macmillan Coffee Morning  

Portstewart Library invites you to join us as we hold our Macmillan Coffee Morning, in support of Macmillan Cancer Support. Come along and enjoy lots of good chat over a nice cuppa and a wee bun and help raise money to support those living with cancer. Everyone welcome. Booking is not required.

26/09/2025 11:00am 26/09/2025 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.
'Snuggle Up' Family Bedtime Storytime and 'Dream Pillow' Craft  

Bring a snuggly bedtime teddy and get ready for dreamland with our 'Snuggle Up' Bedtime Storytime special and craft session. Children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential.
t: 028 7083 2712

23/10/2025 6:00pm 23/10/2025 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.
Decorative Paper Crafting Demonstration  

Learn how to transform and create decorative papercrafts from pre loved books. Suitable for adults; booking is not required.

23/10/2025 6:30pm 23/10/2025 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.