Strathfoyle Library
Latest Service Updates
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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Customer Notice
Strathfoyle Library will be closed on Tuesday 3 June due to essential IT upgrades. Alternative libraries include Shantallow and Waterside.
Library Location
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. Need an environment to relax with peers, read from a wide range of fiction and non-fiction books or access free internet? Come along to Strathfoyle Library to unwind after your school day. |
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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Thursday from 10:30am to 11:00am. 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! |
08/05/2025 10:30am | 25/06/2026 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. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Thursday 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. |
08/05/2025 11:00am | 25/06/2026 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. |
| Basic IT One-to-One Session |
Thursday and Friday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm. Booking is essential, give staff a ring to book your session. Ideal for those with no or little computer experience, one to one. |
08/05/2025 2:00pm | 26/06/2026 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. |
| After Schools Club |
Every Thursday from 3:00pm to 4:30pm. Need an environment to relax with peers, read from a wide range of fiction and non-fiction books or access free internet? Come along to Strathfoyle Library to unwind after your school day. |
08/05/2025 3:00pm | 25/06/2026 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. |
| 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. |
09/05/2025 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. |
| After Schools Club |
Every Friday from 3:00pm to 4:30pm. Need an environment to relax with peers, read from a wide range of fiction and non-fiction books or access free internet? Come along to Strathfoyle Library to unwind after your school day. |
09/05/2025 3:00pm | 26/06/2026 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. |
| Lego Club |
Every Friday from 3:00pm to 4:00pm. All Welcome! Come along to have Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build. For children aged 8+. |
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 |
Every Saturday 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. |
10/05/2025 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. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Monday 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. |
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. |
| Cryptic Corner |
Every Monday from 11:00am to 12 noon. Indulge in Mindfulness exercises by completing Sudokus, Crosswords and Jigsaw puzzles in a tranquil setting. |
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. |
| After Schools Club |
Every Monday from 3:00pm to 4:30pm. Need an environment to relax with peers, read from a wide range of fiction and non-fiction books or access free internet? Come along to Strathfoyle Library to unwind after your school day. |
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. |
| Children’s Mindful Colouring |
Every Monday from 5:00pm to 6:00pm. Mindful Colouring-in can be a most beneficial exercise for children. Strathfoyle Library offer the ideal environment for children to relax, indulge in their own creativity and have their artwork showcased. |
12/05/2025 5:00pm | 22/06/2026 6:00pm | 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 |
Every Tuesday 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. |
13/05/2025 11:00am | 23/06/2026 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. |
| Dinosaur Day Roar |
Dinosaur Day Roar! Lets learn together about Dinosaurs and create our very own modern day dinosaur for fun!
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04/07/2025 10:30am | 04/07/2025 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. |
| Story Time Travel |
Enjoy stories of myths and legends read by library staff.
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04/07/2025 11:00am | 04/07/2025 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. |
| Dinosaur Storytime |
Dinosaur Storytime. Enjoy Storytime with a library staff member and enjoy some poems and books before taking your dino friend home.
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04/07/2025 11:30am | 04/07/2025 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. |
| Board Games and Lego |
Build your own mythical legend using Lego and Duplo and play some board games.
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04/07/2025 11:30am | 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. |
| Big Summer Read - Crafting Fun |
Come along to Strathfoyle Library and create your very own bookmarks to use throughout our Time Travel Big Summer Read
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08/07/2025 2:30pm | 08/07/2025 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. |
| People Through Time |
A special guest will be in Strathfoyle Library for you to meet today (Doctor Who figurine). We will play the time travel game and build a time travel machine which you can take home.
For ages 4-11.
Children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 7186 0385. Booking essential. |
21/07/2025 2:30pm | 21/07/2025 4:00pm | Book online |
| Treasure Hunt |
Follow the clues to find the hidden treasures and stay in the branch for some fun time using Lego and Duplo. |
29/07/2025 2:00pm | 29/07/2025 3:30pm | 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. |
