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Defeat the Scroll with Libraries NI’s Digital Detox Hour on World Mental Health Day!

Defeat the Scroll with Libraries NI’s Digital Detox Hour on World Mental Health Day!

This World Mental Health Day, Thursday 10 October, Libraries NI is hosting a Digital Detox Hour from 11:00am to 12 noon, visit your local participating library, set your devices aside, and enjoy a peaceful hour with a complimentary cup of tea or coffee in a warm, welcoming environment.

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04 Oct 2024

Ministers open new Ballymoney Library

Ministers open new Ballymoney Library

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons and Economy Minister Conor Murphy have officially opened the newly refurbished library in Ballymoney. The library, which has been a critical service for residents in Ballymoney and the surrounding rural areas since 1970, has undergone significant investment to set a new benchmark for sustainability and energy efficiency, providing a modern, functional space for library users young and old.

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03 Oct 2024

BBC Comes To Town in Coleraine

BBC Comes To Town in Coleraine

BBC Northern Ireland has been celebrating its 100th birthday with a series of events, including roadshow visits to regional towns. And the next destination for BBC Comes To Town will be Coleraine on Wednesday 9 and Thursday 10 October.

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03 Oct 2024

Celebrate Positive Aging Month with Antrim Library’s “Life After Retirement” Event!

Celebrate Positive Aging Month with Antrim Library’s “Life After Retirement” Event!

Antrim Library, in partnership with Antrim and Newtownabbey Council, is excited to host a vibrant and engaging “Life After Retirement” event on Thursday 3 October 2024 from 10:30am to 12:30pm. This special event is part of Positive Aging Month and is designed to celebrate the joys and opportunities of life after retirement.

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01 Oct 2024

Experience the I Just Called Exhibition by Colin James Woods in Belfast Libraries

Experience the I Just Called Exhibition by Colin James Woods in Belfast Libraries

Belfast Central Library is delighted to host the touring exhibition "I Just Called" by artist Colin James Woods. The exhibition will commence its journey through Belfast libraries from October 2024 to June 2025, starting with an artist event in Belfast Central Library on Thursday 3 October 2024 from 6:00pm - 7.30pm.

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30 Sept 2024

Leading children’s reading charity BookTrust, announce the ‘must have’ books for children under five

Leading children’s reading charity BookTrust, announce the ‘must have’ books for children under five

The UK’s leading children’s reading charity, BookTrust has revealed the best new books for sharing with young children as it launches the annual BookTrust Storytime programme which runs in 95 libraries across Northern Ireland.

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30 Sept 2024

Ballynahinch Library Celebrates 50th Birthday with Coffee Morning for Macmillan Cancer Support

Ballynahinch Library Celebrates 50th Birthday with Coffee Morning for Macmillan Cancer Support

Ballynahinch Library is turning 50, and we're inviting everyone to join us in celebrating this milestone! On Thursday 26 September from 10:30am to 1:00pm 2024, we are hosting a spectacular birthday coffee morning to commemorate our 50 years of service and raise vital funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.

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24 Sept 2024

Join Crime Author James Murphy for “The Man Behind the Books” Event in Local Libraries

Join Crime Author James Murphy for “The Man Behind the Books” Event in Local Libraries

Libraries NI is thrilled to host Northern Irish crime author and podcaster James Murphy. Known for his gripping Crime Fiction, James will be making special appearances in several libraries to discuss his acclaimed Terror Trilogy and his latest series, the Dr. Carolyn Harkin novels.

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20 Sept 2024

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