Shankill Road Library
Holidays Notice and Latest Service Updates
Libraries NI Christmas Holiday period will run from Monday 22 December to Saturday 27 December 2025 inclusive. Libraries NI will reopen to customers on Monday 29, Tuesday 30 and Wednesday 31 December with all libraries closing at 5:00pm on each of these days. Library opening hours vary, so please check our website for full details for your local library.
All libraries will be closed on Thursday 1 January 2026 and normal opening hours will resume on Friday 2 January 2026.
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Monday and Friday from 10:45am - 11:45am. Open 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! |
02/05/2025 10:45am | 26/06/2026 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. |
| Mindful Colouring |
Every Tuesday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm. Open. 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. |
06/05/2025 3:00pm | 23/06/2026 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. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Saturday from 10:00am - 12:00noon. Open. 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. |
10/05/2025 10:00am | 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. |
| Story Time Mondays |
Shankill Library’s Story Time Mondays for Parents and Children. For children Aged 2 – 7 Years; must be accompanied by an adult. Ask Staff for Booking Details. t: 028 9050 9232 |
12/05/2025 2:00pm | 22/06/2026 2:40pm | 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 Monday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm. Open. 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. |
12/05/2025 3:00pm | 22/06/2026 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. |
| Chatter Book’s Junior Reading Club |
Reading pre-selected books from a wide range of children writers including Roald Dahl, C.S. Lewis, J.K. Rowling, Michael Morpurgo etc. For Children aged: 7 – 11 years Every Thursday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm |
25/09/2025 3:00pm | 18/06/2026 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. |
| Four Season’s Book Club |
Reading pre-selected books from a wide range of choices, including classic and contemporary fiction, biographies, autobiographies, etc
Every Thursday from 6:00pm - 7:00pm. |
25/09/2025 6:00pm | 18/06/2026 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. |
| Stories, Histories and Mysteries - Paintings by Stephen Shaw |
Award winning artist Stephen Shaw will feature his scrupulously honest depictions of contemporary street architecture and urban spaces.
The exhibition will be open to the public during library opening hours until the end of December 2025. |
01/11/2025 10:00am | 29/12/2025 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. |
| Christmas Carols with Glenwood Primary School Choir |
Come and Enjoy Festive Celebrations with Glenwood Primary School Choir. |
15/12/2025 10:00am | 15/12/2025 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. |
| A Christmas Carol Service with Glenwood Primary School |
Glenwood Primary School Choir sings Christmas Carols. |
15/12/2025 10:00am | 15/12/2025 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. |
