Creggan Library

Creggan Library

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CUSTOMER NOTICE - Bank Holiday Closures

All Libraries NI’s public and mobile libraries will be closed on Saturday 12, Monday 14 and Tuesday 15 July. Libraries will reopen on Wednesday 16 July. 

The Out of Hours service will be closed from Friday 11 July until Tuesday 15 July inclusive reopening on Wednesday 16 July in Out of Hours libraries.

Please remember that eServices (eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and eNewspapers) are available during this period, and joining online is free.



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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
After Schools Club  
Every Tuesday from 3:00pm to 4:30pm.

Colouring activities, puzzles and board games available.
06/05/2025 3:00pm 23/06/2026 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.
After Schools Club  
Every Wednesday from 3:00pm to 4:30pm.

Colouring activities, puzzles and board games available.
07/05/2025 3:00pm 24/06/2026 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.
Knit and Natter  
Every Friday from 11:00am to 1:00pm.

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.
09/05/2025 11:00am 26/06/2026 1:00pm 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 Friday from 3:00pm to 4:00pm.

Come along to have Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.
09/05/2025 3:00pm 26/06/2026 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.
Tea and Newspapers  
Available every day from 10:00am to 12:00noon

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.
12/05/2025 10:00am 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.
Got IT - One-to-One Computer Classes for Adults  

Learn the basics of computers, email and the internet at your own pace at our one-to-one sessions.

 

Contact Creggan Library to book your session.
t: 028 7126 6168

12/05/2025 10:00am 22/06/2026 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.
Cryptic Corner  
Every Monday from 11:00am to 12 noon.

There will be puzzles available in the Cryptic Corner of the library. Everyone is welcome to call in and have a go at solving them.
12/05/2025 11:00am 22/06/2026 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme  

Songs, rhymes and stories for children aged 0-4 years. Children should be accompanied by an adult.


t: 028 7126 6168

12/05/2025 11:00am 22/06/2026 11:45am 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.
After Schools Club  
Every Monday from 3:00pm to 4:30pm.

Colouring activities, puzzles and board games available.
12/05/2025 3:00pm 22/06/2026 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.
Read Aloud Group for Adults  
Monthly event held on the last Wednesday of each month from 12noon until 1:00pm
 
Listen to stories and poems written by both local and world - renowned writers. 
Free tea, coffee and biscuits.
 
Booking not required.
28/05/2025 12 noon 24/06/2026 1:00pm 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.
Junior Reading Group  
Last Saturday of every month from 11:00am to 12:00pm.

Junior Reading Groups are 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.
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.
Archaeological Dig!  

Carefully dig through our archaeological sandboxes to find ancient Egyptian and Roman fossils! What historic treasures will your team unearth? Followed by 'Myths and Legends Storytime' and board games.

 

For children aged 4-11 years accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.

04/07/2025 11:00am 04/07/2025 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.
Craft Session - Medieval Masks!  

Create and decorate your very own medieval mask! Will your ancient mask transform you into a dragon, a knight or a princess. Followed by Lego Club, where the theme will be 'Fairy tale Kingdoms'.


For children aged 4-11 years accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.

11/07/2025 2:30pm 11/07/2025 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.
Craft Session - Futuristic Robots!  

Send your imagination flying into the future to build your own futuristic robot!

 

For ages 4-11.

 

Children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

 

Tel: 028 7126 6168

21/07/2025 2:30pm 21/07/2025 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.
Around the World Treasure Hunt  

Lots of objects are hidden around the different continents in Creggan Library. Can you find them all?

Suitable for children aged 4 - 11 years; children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.

29/07/2025 2:00pm 29/07/2025 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.