Derry Central Library

Derry Central Library

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📢 CUSTOMER NOTICE - Bank Holidays Closure 📢

All public libraries in Northern Ireland will be closed on May Day, Monday 5 May and on the Spring Bank Holiday, Monday 26 May and Mobile Libraries will not be on the road on those dates. The Out of Hours Service will remain available on 5 May and 26 May in appropriate libraries. Remember that members have free access to eServices during this period. Register to become a Member.

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Customer Notice

Derry Central Library will be closed on Tuesday 6 May due to essential IT upgrades. Alternative libraries include Waterside and Creggan.

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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Writing Group  
Consider trying something new. Ask staff for details about our Saturday writers group, meeting monthly in Derry Central Library.
 
Booking essential.
t: 028 7122 9990
02/11/2024 10:30am 28/06/2025 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.
Afternoon Book Club for Adults  
2nd Monday of every month from 2:00pm - 3:00pm.
  
The Adult Reading Group for 16's and over gives an opportunity for adults to discuss their latest book.

All adults are welcome to join.
11/11/2024 2:00pm 09/06/2025 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.
Knit and Natter  
Every Tuesday from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.

Knit and Natter Groups 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.
19/11/2024 2:00pm 24/06/2025 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme  
Every Wednesday from 10:30am to 11:15am.

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!
20/11/2024 10:30am 25/06/2025 11:15am 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.
Spanish Conversation group for Adults only  
Spanish speakers of all levels come together to create Spanish Conversation on a Wednesday from 12:00noon - 1:00pm here in Derry Central Library.

All adults are welcome.
20/11/2024 12 noon 25/06/2025 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.
Sewing Bee  
Every Wednesday from 12:30pm to 2:00pm.

Bring your own sewing/craft with you. Meet other people and share ideas.
20/11/2024 12:30pm 25/06/2025 2:00pm 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.
Topic of the Week  
Every Wednesday from 3:00pm to 4:00pm.

Come along to our weekly discussions of current affairs.
20/11/2024 3:00pm 25/06/2025 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.
RNIB Reading Rooms  
This event is for Adults and takes place on a Thursday, fortnightly at 11:30am.
 
A group of adults who have visual impairments gather to discuss books, modes of reading, authors, themes here in Derry Central Library.
21/11/2024 11:30am 26/06/2025 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.
Knit and Natter  
Every Thursday from 2:00pm - 4:00pm
 
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.
21/11/2024 2:00pm 26/06/2025 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.
Tea and Newspapers  
Daily from 9:00am to 11:00am.

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.
22/11/2024 9:00am 27/06/2025 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.
Family History Group  
Every Friday from 9:30am to 1:00pm.
 
 

 
22/11/2024 9:30am 27/06/2025 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme  
Every Friday from 10:30am to 11:15am.

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!
22/11/2024 10:30am 27/06/2025 11:15am 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.
Irish Conversation Group  
This event takes place every Friday from 1:00pm - 2:00pm.  Weekly Irish Conversation group for Adults of all levels to come and converse in Irish.  All adults are welcome.
22/11/2024 1:00pm 27/06/2025 2:00pm 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.
Upgrade – Trading Card Games  
Upgrade is a group focused on trading card games. Playing with Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh and other TCGs.
 
Meeting Every Saturday from 12:00pm until 4:00pm
 
Come along and talk to the event organiser for more information on joining or make contact through Upgrade or Facebook.
 
23/11/2024 12 noon 28/06/2025 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.
Lego Club  

Every Saturday from 2:00pm - 3:00pm.

 

For children aged 4-12 years accompanied by an adult.

t: 028 7122 9990

23/11/2024 2:00pm 21/06/2025 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.
French Conversation Group  

Every Monday from 4:00pm - 5:00pm.

 

For more information please contact the library.

t: 028 7122 9990

25/11/2024 4:00pm 23/06/2025 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.
Creative Writing Group  
Every Wednesday from 10:30am to 12 noon.
 
Are you a budding writer or poet? Come along to our new group and meet like-minded people and share ideas. Whether it is your first attempt or you are a seasoned writer you will be prompted by new ideas each week. Use this time out to take a well-deserved break from your day; to escape and relax the mind.
27/11/2024 10:30am 25/06/2025 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.
Family History Society  

The Society meets on the first Monday of every month.

Contact the library for more information:
t: 028 7122 9990
e: derrycentral.library@librariesni.org.uk

03/03/2025 7:00pm 02/06/2025 8:00pm 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.
Irish Language Class  

This event takes place every Saturday from 10:30am - 12:30pm.  Weekly Irish Conversation group for Adults of all levels to come and converse in Irish.  


All adults are welcome.

15/03/2025 10:30am 28/06/2025 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.
Felicity McCall Creative Writing Workshop  

Highly acclaimed author and journalist Felicity Mc Call shall facilitate a Creative Writing Workshop using a variation of prompts, style guides and explore Creative Writing technique.

 

Booking advised.

t: 028 7122 9990

 

 

07/05/2025 10:30am 07/05/2025 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.
Inspired Touring Exhibition  

This exhibition will be available to view during normal opening hours.
Inspire, the mental health and wellbeing charity, is marking its 65th anniversary with a poignant and powerful exhibition, INSPIRED, bringing together the stories of its service users and staff.
The multi-media exhibition consists of everyday items, each belonging to one individual and prompting a story or memory of a specific point in their life. Each seemingly mundane article (a set of car jump leads, a 1970s iron, a pair of running shoes, a front door key) has a deeply personal story conveyed through audio narration by the story-tellers themselves. Each shares intimate reflections on their experiences, reflects on their past and, with support from Inspire, looks ahead to the future. 

27/05/2025 9:00am 25/06/2025 5:30pm 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.

 

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Esri virtual exhibition