Newtownbreda Library

Newtownbreda Library

CUSTOMER NOTICE – July Holiday Closures 

All Libraries NI’s public libraries will be closed on Monday 13 and Tuesday 14 July 2026. 

The Mobile Library service will be off the road from Monday 13 to Friday 17 July 2026 inclusive. 

The Out of Hours service will be closed from Saturday 11 to Tuesday 14 July 2026 (inclusive), reopening on Wednesday 15 July 2026 in Out of Hours libraries.

Please remember that eServices (eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and eNewspapers) are available during this period, and joining online is free.

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Customer Notice


Please contact the library to book Rhythm and Rhyme sessions, the Monday before the session takes place.

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Events

Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Knit and Natter  

Every Wednesday from 11:30am – 1:00pm

 

Knit and Natter groups are for those 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.

 

Booking not necessary.
All ages welcome.

 29/04/2026 11:30am 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.
Lego Club  

Join us for Lego fun every Friday.

You can contact the library for more information.

 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.
Storytime  
Every Saturday from 11:00am - 11:30am.

Book on the Monday prior to the session.

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.
 02/05/2026 11:00am 26/06/2027 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme  
Please note there will only be two sessions running during the summer on Wednesday 1 July and Wednesday 5 August 2026.


Wednesday from 10:30am - 11:00am.
Booking on the Monday prior to the session is required.

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.
 01/07/2026 10:30am 30/06/2027 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.
Big Summer Read - Stories and Bookmarks  

Kick off the Big Summer Read with a morning of stories and craft.
Design your own bookmark to help keep your place in your Big Summer Reads.

Age 4 - 11yrs
Booking not required
t: 028 9070 1620
e: newtownbreda.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

 04/07/2026 11:00am 04/07/2026 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.
Big Summer Read - Magical Storytime and Dream Catchers  

Join us for a magical storytime and a fun crafting session where you can design and create your very own dream catcher.

Age 4 - 11yrs
Booking not required

t: 028 9070 1620
e: newtownbreda.library@librariesni.org.uk

 

 08/07/2026 2:00pm 08/07/2026 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.
Big Summer Read - Treasure Hunt  

Create your own library treasure map.
Search for the book characters placed around the library and draw them onto your map to complete your treasure hunt.

Age 4 - 11yrs
Booking not required

t: 028 9070 1620
e: newtownbreda.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

 17/07/2026 3:00pm 17/07/2026 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.
Big Summer Read - Horrible Histories Quiz  

Horrible Histories Quiz.
Join us for a truly horrendous quiz to find out who knows most about those Awesome Egyptians, Rotten Romans and Villainous Victorians.

Age 8 - 11yrs
Booking required

t: 028 9070 1620
e: newtownbreda.library@librariesni.org.uk 

 

 29/07/2026 2:00pm 29/07/2026 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.
Big Summer Read - New Leaves, New Chapters  

Help our Big Summer Read tree grow by decorating its branches with your uniquely designed leaves.
Add your book recommendations to help others choose their own Big Summer Reads.

Age 4 - 11yrs
Booking not required

t: 028 9070 1620
e: newtownbreda.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

 03/08/2026 10:00am 03/08/2026 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.
Big Summer Read - Grow your own Story  

Celebrate Nature.
Come along to our nature themed storytime and craft.
Write your story on seeded paper and watch it grow at home.

Age 4 - 11yrs
Booking not required

t: 028 9070 1620
e: newtownbreda.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

 08/08/2026 11:00am 08/08/2026 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.
Big Summer Read - Comedy Afternoon and Joke Wall  

Make your library laugh.
Entertain us with your favourite joke, party piece or magic trick. 
Come along for an afternoon of belly laughs and banter and add your joke to our joke wall.

All welcome
Booking not required
t: 028 9070 1620
e: newtownbreda.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

 12/08/2026 2:00pm 12/08/2026 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.
Big Summer Read - Amazon Jungle Show  

Join us for a live animal show, bringing the jungle into the library.
Meet Catherine Bennett and her amazing reptiles for a hands-on learning experience.
 

For children aged 4-11 years accompanied by an adult
Booking essential
t: 028 9070 1620
e: newtownbreda.library@librariesni.org.uk 

 13/08/2026 1:30pm 13/08/2026 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.
Big Summer Read - Kubo the Pirate  

KUBO is the world’s first puzzle-based educational robot that allows you to learn a fun and easy way to code.
Help KUBO find the treasure with our special pirate themed coding session.

For children aged 6-10 years 
Booking essential
t: 028 9070 1620
e: newtownbreda.library@librariesni.org.uk 

 14/08/2026 11:00am 14/08/2026 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.
Big Summer Read - Kubo the Pirate  

KUBO is the world’s first puzzle-based educational robot that allows you to learn a fun and easy way to code.
Help KUBO find the treasure with our special pirate themed coding session.

For children aged 6-10 years 
Booking essential
t: 028 9070 1620
e: newtownbreda.library@librariesni.org.uk 

 14/08/2026 2:00pm 14/08/2026 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.
Big Summer Read - Budding Authors and Illustrators  

Join us for a hands-on workshop where you are the author and illustrator. 
Turn blank pages into adventures, invent characters, and bring your book to life with colour and imagination

Age 8 - 11yrs
Booking required

t: 028 9070 1620
e: newtownbreda.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

 22/08/2026 1:00pm 22/08/2026 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.