Colin Glen Library

Colin Glen Library

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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.
Storytime  

Every Saturday from 12 noon - 13:30pm.

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

 03/05/2025 12 noon 20/06/2026 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.
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.
Castles and Crafts  

Norman stories and Castle Crafts.

Suitable for children aged 4 - 11 years; children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking essential.
t: 028 9043 1266

 25/07/2025 2:00pm 25/07/2025 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.
Pirate stories and Treasure tales  

Join us for a pirate themed storytime and a treasure hunt.

 

Ages 4-11.

 

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

 

Tel: 028 9043 1266.

 01/08/2025 2:00pm 01/08/2025 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.
Lego club- Build your own alien  

Come along to Lego club and make your own alien out of Lego

 

Ages 4-12.

 

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

 

Tel: 028 9043 1266.

 01/08/2025 3:30pm 01/08/2025 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.
Vogue Victorians  

Learn about the Victorians through stories and paper doll crafts.

For children aged 4-11 years.
Booking not required.

 08/08/2025 2:00pm 08/08/2025 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.
Granny and Granda remember  

Stories from the past our family can tell us.

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

 15/08/2025 2:00pm 15/08/2025 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.
Space stories and rocket Crafts  

Explore space through stories and make a rocket to get there.
For children aged 4-11 years.
Booking not required.

 22/08/2025 2:00pm 22/08/2025 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.
Time Travel to the end  

Join us as we travel through time to the end of our Big Summer Read with a finale party.
For children aged 4-11 years.
Booking not required.

 29/08/2025 2:00pm 29/08/2025 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.