Lisburn Road Library

Lisburn Road Library

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Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Tea and Newspapers  
Every Friday from 9:15am - 12:00noon.

Contact staff for details.

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.
02/05/2025 9:15am 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme  
1st Saturday of each month 9.45am – 10.15am.
 
Booking essential.
t: 028 9050 9223
Ring the library during opening hours to book a place.
 
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!
03/05/2025 9:45am 06/06/2026 10:15am 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 1st session from 9.45am - 10:15am and 2nd session from 10:45am - 11:15am.

Booking essential.
t: 028 9050 9223
Ring on Monday from 9:15am to book a space.

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 9:45am 23/06/2026 11:15am 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 Lego Club  

Every Wednesday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.
For children aged 4 - 10 years; children must be accompanied by an adult. 
Come and have some fun building Lego and Duplo.

 

Booking not required. 
Ask a member of staff for details. t: 028 9050 9223

07/05/2025 3:00pm 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.
Knit and Natter  
Every Thursday from 10:30am - 12:30pm.

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.
08/05/2025 10:30am 25/06/2026 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.
Saturday Lego Club  
Saturday Lego Club - 2nd Saturday of each month from 10:00am - 11.00am.
For children aged 4 - 10 years; children must be accompanied by an adult. 
 
Come and have some fun building Lego and Duplo. 
Booking not required. 
Ask a member of staff for details. t: 028 9050 9223
 
10/05/2025 10:00am 13/06/2026 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.
Mindful Colouring  
Every Monday from 10:00am - 12:00noon.

Contact staff for details. 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.
12/05/2025 10:00am 22/06/2026 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.
Storytime  
Every Monday from 2:30pm - 3:00pm.
For children aged 4 - 8 years; children must be accompanied by an adult. 

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.
 
Booking not required.
12/05/2025 2:30pm 22/06/2026 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.
Back in the Day  

Fun and parlour games in the library – just like the Victorians enjoyed.

 

Ages 4-11.

 

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

 

Tel: 028 9050 9223.  Booking essential.

04/08/2025 2:30pm 04/08/2025 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.
Pack up your Troubles  

Colour an evacuee label for your teddy then picnic with us in the library courtyard while listening to stories.

 

For children aged 4-11 years.

Booking essential.

t: 028 9050 9223

11/08/2025 2:30pm 11/08/2025 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.
Rock On  

Make a Rocket reading pointer to help you on your reading journey and join in a Kubo robot workshop.

 

For children aged 4-11 years.

Booking essential.

t: 028 9050 9223

18/08/2025 2:30pm 18/08/2025 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.
Back to the Future  

Make a time capsule and listen to stories.
For children aged 4-11 years.
Booking essential.
t: 028 9050 9223

27/08/2025 2:30pm 27/08/2025 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.