Holywood Arches Library

Holywood Arches Library

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CUSTOMER NOTICE - Bank Holiday Closure

All public libraries in Northern Ireland will be closed on Monday 25 May and Mobile Libraries will not be on the road. The Out of Hours Service will be available in applicable libraries.

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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Tea and Newspapers  
Every Monday from 10:00am - 12 noon.

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.
27/04/2026 10:00am 28/06/2027 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.
Chess Club  

Monday from 3:30pm – 5:00pm
All ages and abilities welcome!

Whether you’re an absolute beginner, or an established pro, we’d love to see you there.
Come to learn, play, and meet new people. 

t: 028 9050 9216
e: holywoodarches.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

27/04/2026 3:30pm 28/06/2027 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.
Storytime  
Every Tuesday from 3:30pm - 4:00pm
 

Storytime develops children’s listening skills, inspires their creativity, and feeds their imagination. Storytime will introduce your children to new books and authors and will nourish their love for reading.


Children aged 4+. Must be accompanied by an adult.

Want to know more? 


t: 028 9050 9216
e: Holywoodarches.library@librariesni.org.uk



 

28/04/2026 3:30pm 29/06/2027 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.
Puzzle Club  

Wednesdays from 10:00am – 12 noon 
Grab a cuppa with your crossword, quiz, or sudoku. Solo solve, or team up with other puzzlers. 

29/04/2026 10:00am 30/06/2027 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.
Knit and Natter  
Every Thursday from 10:30am - 12:00noon.

Knit and Natter groups are for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch, and other crafts. Swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills, all with complementary tea and coffee. Members can bring along a project they are already working on or can start something new.
30/04/2026 10:30am 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme  
Every Monday and Friday from 10:30am - 11:00am.

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!
 

Booking advisable – call 028 9050 9216

01/05/2026 10:30am 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.
Lego Club  

First Saturday of the month from 11:00am - 12:00noon.

 

Join us for some Lego building fun.

 

t: 028 9050 9216

02/05/2026 11:00am 05/06/2027 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 Tea  

It's Time for Tea this Mental Health Awareness Week. Let's connect for a cuppa and a craft of your choice. We'll be knitting and nattering, colouring and chatting, puzzling and prattling. There's sure to be something and someone there for you. 

14/05/2026 10:30am 14/05/2026 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.