Colin Glen Library
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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! |
28/04/2026 10:30am | 29/06/2027 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. |
| 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. |
28/04/2026 12 noon | 29/06/2027 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. |
30/04/2026 10:00am | 24/06/2027 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. |
| 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. |
30/04/2026 10:00am | 24/06/2027 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 and Cross Stitch |
Sewing and Cross stitching every Friday at 10:30am–12:30pm |
01/05/2026 10:30am | 25/06/2027 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. |
| Lego Club |
Every Friday from 3:30pm - 4:30pm. t: 028 9043 1266 |
01/05/2026 3:30pm | 25/06/2027 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 Saturday from 11:30am - 12 noon. Booking essential. t: 028 9043 1266 |
02/05/2026 11:30am | 26/06/2027 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. |
| 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 |
18/05/2026 3:30pm | 21/06/2027 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. |
| Reach for the Stars |
Join us at Colin Glen Library and step into the shoes of an Astronaut and create your very own Rocketship while learning all about space and the planets surrounding us! |
24/07/2026 2:30pm | 24/07/2026 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. |
| Crazy Comics and Marvellous Manga |
Become an illustrator at Colin Glen library and create your very own Comic strip or learn how to draw your very own Manga characters! Booking is Advised. t: 028 9043 1266 e: DairyFarmLibrary@librariesni.org.uk |
31/07/2026 2:30pm | 31/07/2026 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. |
| An Tionólann-So Much a Part of Us |
As Belfast expanded westward a Presbyterian congregation was established in the Falls district, becoming known as Albert Street Presbyterian Church. It served the area until 1971 when circumstances led to it's closure. This exhibition and the talk which accompanies it will tell the story of the congregation's commitment to the area for over a century and illustrates how An Tionólann, re-engages with West Belfast as a direct link to what is for many a forgotten history. |
03/08/2026 4:00pm | 03/08/2026 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. |
| Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann: Musical Shakers |
Channel your inner musician at Colin Glen Library! Join us for a creative, hands-on session where you will create your very own musical shaker to take home for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann! |
05/08/2026 2:30pm | 05/08/2026 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. |
| Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann: Quiet Time Coffee Morning |
Join us at Colin Glen Library for a Special tea and coffee morning to relax and decompress from the hustle and bustle of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann! |
06/08/2026 10:30am | 06/08/2026 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. |
| Crazy Cress Heads |
Join us at Colin Glen Library where you will be drawing funny faces on your plant pot and planting cress seeds within to create crazy hair for your cress head! Booking is Advised. t: 028 9043 1266 e: DairyFarmLibrary@librariesni.org.uk |
07/08/2026 2:30pm | 07/08/2026 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. |
| Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann: Open Traditional Irish music session |
Join us in Colin Glen Library for an Afternoon of traditional Irish music, whether you want to bring your own instrument, sing or listen, it is a great way to enjoy and appreciate the local arts during Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann! |
08/08/2026 12:30pm | 08/08/2026 1:30pm | 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. |
| Wild and Wearable Animal Masks |
Lions, Tigers, and Bears. Oh My! Step into the Jungle and explore the world of animals at Colin Glen Library and create your very own animal masks to become your favourite animal! Booking is Advised. t: 028 9043 1266 e: DairyFarmLibrary@librariesni.org.uk |
14/08/2026 2:30pm | 14/08/2026 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. |
| Become a Printmaker |
Come down to Colin Glen Library and learn all about Printmaking and how it started while learning how to print with paint and leaves that come from the trees around us! |
21/08/2026 2:30pm | 21/08/2026 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. |
| Fantasy Costumes, Fire Breathing Dragons and Fairy Doors |
Join us in Colin Glen Library for our Big Summer Read Finale! Dress up and create your very own fire breathing dragon or fairy door while discussing all the books we read over the summer and collecting our Big Summer Read Certificates and Bookmarks! |
28/08/2026 2:30pm | 28/08/2026 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. |
