Cregagh Library
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
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| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Friday from 11:30am - 12:00noon.
Booking essential on the Thursday before.
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. |
02/05/2025 11:30am | 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. |
| Lego Club |
Every Saturday from 11:00am - 12:00noon.
Booking essential. t: 028 9040 1365 |
03/05/2025 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. |
| Knit and Natter |
Every Tuesday from 1:30pm - 2:30pm.
Booking not required.
A group for anyone who enjoys knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. Share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Bring whatever you are working on at the moment or start a new project. |
06/05/2025 1:30pm | 30/06/2026 2:30pm | 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. |
| Job Club |
Held on the 1st Tuesday of the month from 10:30am - 12:30am and the 3rd Thursday of the month from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Do you need some help with your C.V, job search or help to plan for an interview? Help and support for benefit claims also available with Staff from Knockbreda Jobs & Benefits office. Booking available but not essential. |
06/05/2025 2:00pm | 02/06/2026 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. |
| Very Local History Group |
The very local history group meet on the first Wednesday of each month at 10.45am. It is open to anyone who is interested in local, social and industrial records contained in documents and photographs of past events. 1st Wednesday of each month from 10.45am – 12 noon. |
07/05/2025 10:45am | 03/06/2026 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 Wednesday from 11:00am - 12:30pm.
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. |
07/05/2025 11:00am | 24/06/2026 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. |
| Storytime |
Every Wednesday from 3:30pm - 4:00pm. 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. |
07/05/2025 3:30pm | 24/06/2026 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Friday from 10:30am - 11:00am. Booking essential on Thursday before. 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! |
09/05/2025 10:30am | 26/06/2026 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. |
| Macular Society meeting |
Second Tuesday of the month from 10:30am - 1:00pm.
Booking not required. |
13/05/2025 10:30am | 09/06/2026 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. |
| Family History Group |
Have you ever thought about looking into your family’s history? Would you like to find out about your grandparents, great grandparents and your wider family? Come to our family history group for advice on how to research your family history. 2nd Wednesday of each month from 10:30 - 12:00 noon. |
14/05/2025 10:30am | 10/06/2026 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. |
| Chatterbooks Reading group |
Chatterbooks Reading group for 7-9 Year olds
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25/09/2025 3:30pm | 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. |
| Learned Behaviour Exhibition |
Adult exhibition by Brain Injury Matters and Ciaran Elizabeth Doran, curator
The exhibition is a series of hand drawn chalk board panels along with soft appliqué, embroidered textile panels that were created at a series of workshops with Brain Injury Matters creatives, curated and facilitated by Ciaran Elizabeth Doran.
Each panel illustrates a range of behaviours that were learned consciously or sub-consciously from our parents, our carers or our family members in childhood. |
01/10/2025 10:00am | 30/10/2025 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. |
| Harry Potter Book Day Activities |
Join us at Cregagh library for a Harry Potter Day scavenger hunt, craft activity and special themed colouring sheets.
Booking essential. t: 028 9040 1365 |
09/10/2025 3:30pm | 09/10/2025 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. |
| Tea, coffee and Board games night |
Connect with us and others with a special Good Relations Week games evening. There will be large board games for young children in the studio and board games , chess and tea and coffee to share in the adult area. we will also provide tea and coffee in the adult area.
Booking advised. t: 028 9040 1365 |
13/10/2025 4:00pm | 13/10/2025 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. |
| A Home for Stone: Story and Pebble painting |
Storytime and craft session.
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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. |
| Learned Behaviour Art Exhibition |
Adult exhibition by Brain Injury Matters and Ciaran Elizabeth Doran, curator 1st to 30th October during branch opening hours. Meet the artists event on 28 October.
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28/10/2025 11:00am | 28/10/2025 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. |
| Spooky Stories and Scary Crafts |
Come along to Cregagh library in your spooky costumes for an afternoon listening to Halloween stories and making hand puppets.
Booking essential. t: 028 9040 1365 |
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. |
| U3A Art exhibition |
U3A Art exhibition |
01/11/2025 10:00am | 28/11/2025 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. |
