Falls Road Library
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Customer Notice
Falls Road Library will have a temporarily reduced service to facilitate essential building maintenance to the adult floor area, there will be no access to the adult non fiction/Irish section and access to computers and study area will now be available on the first floor only. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
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Regular Events
Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Monday from 11:15am - 11:45am. 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! |
27/04/2026 11:15am | 28/06/2027 11:45am | 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 Wednesday from 10:00am - 1:00pm Booking not required. 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. |
29/04/2026 10:00am | 30/06/2027 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 Wednesday from 2:00pm - 3:00pm. Booking not required. Mindful Colouring groups are for anyone who wants to explore the world of adult colouring with intricate colouring patterns and designs. They can enhance well-being, help calm the mind and relieve stress through relaxed, meditative colouring in. |
29/04/2026 2:00pm | 30/06/2027 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. |
| Cryptic Corner |
Thursdays from 10:00am - 12 noon. keep your mind active and relax with crosswords and sudoku’s and good company at Falls road library. All welcome; booking not essential. |
30/04/2026 10:00am | 24/06/2027 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. |
| Time for Tales |
The family Storytime “Time for Tales” will take place every Thursday for children aged 0-9 years accompanied by an adult, booking is not essential. |
30/04/2026 2:30pm | 24/06/2027 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Come along to Falls Road Library every Saturday and join us for our new rhythm and rhyme session. Enjoy some family time singing new and old rhymes. |
02/05/2026 10:30am | 26/06/2027 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. |
| Saturday Morning Lego Club |
Join us every Saturday for Lego Club. For ages 4+ years. Booking is not essential, children must be accompanied by an adult. t: 028 9050 9212 |
02/05/2026 11:00am | 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. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Thursday from 10:00am - 12:00noon. Booking not required. 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. |
07/05/2026 10:00am | 24/06/2027 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. |
| RNID Hearing Aid User Support Services |
Come along to Falls Road Library to the RNID hearing aid user support services. |
29/05/2026 10:00am | 25/06/2027 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. |
| Turning Pages Adult Book Group |
Come along to Falls road library and join us for the Turning Pages reading group. Try something different and enjoy book you wouldn’t normally read.
First Tuesday of the Month from 6:30pm - 7:30pm.
t: 028 9050 9212 |
01/09/2026 6:30pm | 01/06/2027 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. |
| Wednesday Quiz Quest |
Come to Falls Road Library's weekly Wednesday Quiz Quest, break up the week with puzzles and mind bending trivia. Starting 3 September 3:30pm-4:00pm Suitable for children aged 7 to10. Everyone welcome! t: 028 9050 9212 |
02/09/2026 3:30pm | 31/03/2027 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. |
| Hobbie Hub |
Is crafting your thing, why not come along to Falls Road library’s Hobbie Hub. Enjoy trying new crafts and meeting new friends at our fortnightly event.
Booking is essential as places are limited. t: 028 9050 9212 |
08/09/2026 6:00pm | 29/06/2027 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme and Crafty Kids |
Every Monday from 10:00am - 11:00am Our Rhythm and Rhyme session at 10:00am is getting an upgrade. Starting on Monday 28 September it is becoming Rhythm and Rhyme and Crafty Kids! |
28/09/2026 10:00am | 28/06/2027 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. |
| Shake, Rattle and Rhyme |
Come along to Falls Road Library and write your own spooky Halloween poem. While you're here why not try your hand at making a spider or a pumpkin made from pipe cleaners.
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28/10/2026 3:30pm | 28/10/2026 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. |
| Go On - Kubo Club |
Learn the basics of coding with an interactive game that helps Kubo get to school, play football and go to the shops. |
29/10/2026 3:00pm | 29/10/2026 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. |
| The Women of Belfast |
Tom will tell the story of the women who are buried in the graveyards of Belfast. The origins of this presentation lie in a talk he gave to the Women’s Institute in Andersonstown in 2014. In a discussion following, a woman in the audience told the meeting that when she got married, she felt she had disappeared. t: 028 9050 9212 |
16/11/2026 1:00pm | 16/11/2026 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. |
| 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. With an introduction from local historian Tom Hartley. Booking is essential |
17/11/2026 6:30pm | 17/11/2026 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. |
| Go On - Kubo Club |
Learn the basics of coding with an interactive game that helps Kubo get to school, play football and go to the shops.
t: 028 9050 9212 |
26/11/2026 3:00pm | 26/11/2026 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. |
| Go On - Kubo Club |
Learn the basics of coding with an interactive game that helps Kubo get to school, play football and go to the shops.
t: 028 9050 9212 |
26/11/2026 3:00pm | 26/11/2026 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. |
| ESOL Friends |
Come along to Falls road library and take part in the free ESOL classes. |
30/04/2027 10:00am | 25/06/2027 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. |
