Tullycarnet Library

Tullycarnet 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
Children's Storytime  

Children's Story Time held on the 1st Thursday of the month from 3.30pm to 4.00pm.


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.

 01/05/2025 3:30pm 04/06/2026 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.
Mindful Colouring  

Every Wednesday from 11:30am - 2:30pm.


Enhance your well-being and calm the mind through relaxed meditative colouring. A gentle way to reduce stress using intricate colouring patterns and designs.


Relax as well with a cuppa.

 07/05/2025 11:30am 24/06/2026 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.
Lego Club  

Lego Club, every Saturday morning from 11:00am to 1:00pm.


Come along, enjoy creating your own Lego creation and have a photograph to go on our Lego gallery wall.

 10/05/2025 11:00am 27/06/2026 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.
Tea and Newspapers  
Every Monday from 10:30am - 12:00 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.
 12/05/2025 10:30am 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.
Rhythm and Rhyme  
Every Monday from 11:00am - 11:30am

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 essential, please call the library in advance to book your place.
t: 028 9048 5079
 
 12/05/2025 11:00am 22/06/2026 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.
Christmas Carols and Cosy Coffee Morning  

Christmas in coming to Tullycarnet, come along and celebrate the start of Festive Cheer and Carols, from the children of Gilnahirk Primary Choir.

 08/12/2025 11:00am 08/12/2025 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.
Christmas Craft and Storytime  

A visit from Tullycarnet Community Centre - After school, meet Ellie the Elf for crafts and Christmas Storytime.

 

 

 10/12/2025 3:30pm 10/12/2025 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.
Christmas Crafts  

Christmas Craft - any last minute card making or decorations for your tree.

 

Booking not required.

 13/12/2025 12 noon 13/12/2025 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.
Christmas Rhythm and Rhyme  

It's nearly Christmas, come and help Ellie the Elf get back to the North Pole, in time for Christmas Day.  Help her journey, by singing with your favourite Christmas songs.


Booking not required.

 15/12/2025 11:00am 15/12/2025 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.
Christmas Bedtime Story and Songs  

Snuggle with your fleece or teddy.  Come in your Christmas PJ's and listen to Ellie the Elf telling Christmas stories and singing Christmas songs.  Ellie might even tell you about what the other Elves get up to on Christmas Day.

 18/12/2025 6:00pm 18/12/2025 6:30pm 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.
Christmas Yarnspinners  

Join us for a cosy gathering of seasonal tales, poems and tunes with mulled wine and Christmas shortbread.

 

t: 028 9048 5079

 18/12/2025 7:00pm 18/12/2025 8:30pm 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.
Christmas Crafts  

Christmas Craft - any last minute card making or decorations for your tree.

 

Booking not required.

 20/12/2025 12 noon 20/12/2025 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.