Strathfoyle Library
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| 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. |
| 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. |
| Design a 2D Futuristic Library |
What will your library look like in a hundred years? Will robots read to you when your class visits? Will Librarians be mad of wibbly wobbly jelly? Will books be able to fly and talk to you. This is a drawing challenge and your creations will be displayed in our Children's gallery.
For children aged 4-11 years. Booking advised. t: 028 7186 0385 |
08/08/2025 2:30pm | 08/08/2025 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. |
| Creative Writing, Timetravel, story or poem |
Enjoy a creative writing session with a member of library staff. Learn about the start, middle and end of a story and begin to put your ideas for a novel/poem on paper. |
15/08/2025 2:30pm | 15/08/2025 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. |
| Big Summer Read -Timetravel Quiz |
Learn how to use the library resources to test your knowledge for our big quiz on famous events and people.
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19/08/2025 2:30pm | 19/08/2025 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. |
| Build our Big Summer Read Bunting |
Write or draw a picture to represent your favourite book from the Big Summer Read which will be attached onto our bunting flags which will create a colourful bunting decoration that will be displayed in the library. Followed by LEGO.
For ages 4-11.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 028 7186 0385. Booking advisable. |
29/08/2025 2:00pm | 29/08/2025 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. |
