Shankill Road Library

Shankill Road Library

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Customer Notice

Weather Warning

The safety and wellbeing of our staff and customers is our top priority, therefore, due to the unprecedented red weather warning due to come into force across Northern Ireland, all public libraries, mobile libraries, and administration centres will be closed tomorrow, Friday 24 January.  There will also be no Homecall Service. Out of Hours services will not be operational from Thursday evening through to Monday morning, due to possible disruption.

As a result, all planned events and activities will be cancelled, however, customers can still access our online resources as normal.

Potential disruption to services may continue into the weekend, so please keep an eye out on our Facebook pages for further updates.

Stay safe and hope to see you soon

 

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Library Location

Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date & Time End Date & 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!
22/11/2024 10:45 AM 27/06/2025 11:45 AM 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.
23/11/2024 10:00 AM 28/06/2025 12:00 PM 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
25/11/2024 02:00 PM 23/06/2025 02:40 PM 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.
25/11/2024 03:00 PM 23/06/2025 04:00 PM 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.
Gateway to Choices: Information Point  

Beginning on Tuesday 1 October then every Other Tuesday: from 1:00pm - 3:00pm.
 

Gateway to choices is a service for residents living in Belfast and aged 18 or over.

Gateway to choices provides tailored advice and guidance to help you find the right support you need to progress towards employment, education, or training.

This scheme offers; information on citywide training opportunities, advice to access training or employment and ongoing access to experienced advisors.
 

26/11/2024 01:00 PM 24/06/2025 03:00 PM 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.
26/11/2024 03:00 PM 24/06/2025 04:00 PM 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.