Colin Glen Library

Colin Glen Library

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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Mindful Colouring  
Every Thursday from 10:00am until 1:00pm.
 
Enhance your well-being and calm the mind through relaxed meditative colouring. A gentle way to reduce stress using intricate colouring patterns and designs.
 24/04/2025 10:00am 25/06/2026 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.
Knit and Natter  
Every Tuesday from 12:00noon - 2:00pm.

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.
 29/04/2025 12 noon 23/06/2026 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.
Tea and Newspapers  

Every Thursday from 10:00am - 1:00pm.

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.

 01/05/2025 10:00am 25/06/2026 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 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
 
t: 028 9043 1266
 02/05/2025 3:30pm 19/06/2026 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 Tuesday from 10:30am - 11:00am.

Booking essential.

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!
 06/05/2025 10:30am 23/06/2026 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.
Junior Reading Group  

Children’s reading group held on the 3rd Monday on the month.

From 3.30pm - 4.30pm for 7-9 year olds.

 

t: 028 9043 1266

 15/05/2025 3:30pm 15/06/2026 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.
Storytime  

Every Monday from 6:00pm - 6:30pm.

Storytime sessions help children aged 4 - 8 years 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.

 

t: 028 9043 1266

 08/09/2025 6:00pm 22/06/2026 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme  

Every Saturday from 11:30am - 12 noon.

Booking essential.

t: 028 9043 1266

Rhythm and Rhyme is an exciting free programme to introduce children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories in the library. Rhythm and Rhyme is a great opportunity for children to have fun and learn in a relaxed venue while giving parents and carers the chance to socialise.

 13/09/2025 11:30am 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.
Sewing and Cross Stitch  

Sewing and Cross stitching every Friday at 10:30am–12:30pm
t: 028 9043 1266

 26/09/2025 10:30am 26/06/2026 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.
Adult Reading Group  

First Monday of every month 6:30-7:30pm.

t: 028 9043 1266

 06/10/2025 6:30pm 01/06/2026 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.
Good Relations Week: Storytime  

Join us at Colin Glen Library for stories on friendship and family.
Booking not required.

 13/10/2025 6:00pm 13/10/2025 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.
Good Relations Week: Family Board Games  

Join us for family board games and jigsaws!
Available during library opening hours, booking not required.

 15/10/2025 10:00am 15/10/2025 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.
Good relations Week : Tea Morning  

Join us at Colin Glen Library for a tea morning for Good Relations Week.
Booking not required.

 16/10/2025 10:00am 16/10/2025 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.
Wellness Tea morning  

Enjoy a cuppa at Colin Glen Library at our wellness morning!

 

Booking not required.

 17/10/2025 11:00am 17/10/2025 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.
Good Relations Week : Friendship Bracelets  

Join us for a friendship bracelet craft!
Booking not required.

 17/10/2025 3:30pm 17/10/2025 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.
Create your own book cover!  

Design a book cover craft session. For children aged 6 and over accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.

 22/10/2025 3:30pm 22/10/2025 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.
Bookmark making and Storytime  

Storytime and craft session. For children aged 6 years and over.
Booking not required.

 24/10/2025 3:30pm 24/10/2025 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.
Halloween Bat making and Storytime  

Join us at Colin Glen Library to make bats and hear spooky stories, dress up too!

For children aged 4-10 years, children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.


Booking not required.

 27/10/2025 6:00pm 27/10/2025 7:00pm 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.
Halloween Craft and Spooky Storytime  

Join us at Colin Glen library to make scary monsters and hear spooky stories!
For children aged 4-10 years, children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.


Booking not required.

 29/10/2025 3:30pm 29/10/2025 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.