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Celebrate Heritage Week with Inspiring Events Across Armagh, Banbridge, and Craigavon Libraries

Libraries NI is inviting local communities to celebrate Heritage Week from 10 – 14 March with a fantastic lineup of events across Armagh, Banbridge, and Craigavon libraries. From historic exhibitions to author talks and creative showcases, these events highlight the rich cultural and architectural heritage of the area.

06 Mar 2025

Discover the Art of Bobbin Lace in Ballymena Central Library

As part of Heritage Week, Ballymena Central Library is inviting the public to explore the fascinating world of bobbin lace - a traditional craft once used to decorate clothing as a symbol of wealth and status. The event, facilitated by Patricia Cummings (North of Ireland Family History Society, Branch Secretary) will take place on Tuesday 11 March 2025 from 10:30am to 12:30pm, offering a unique opportunity to watch lacemaking in action and try this historic craft for yourself.

04 Mar 2025

Libraries in Derry and Strabane Set to Host a Packed Programme of Events This March

Libraries in the Derry and Strabane area are preparing for a busy March with an exciting line-up of events for all ages. From robotics and astronomy to storytelling and music, these events offer something for everyone, reinforcing libraries as vibrant community spaces for learning and creativity.

28 Feb 2025

Celebrate Heritage Week 2025 with Libraries NI

Libraries NI is thrilled to announce the return of Heritage Week from Monday 10 to Friday 14 March 2025, a week-long initiative celebrating the rich history and cultural heritage of Northern Ireland. This year’s Heritage Week offers an exciting mix of exhibitions, film archives, talks, and historical displays that bring the stories, people, and events that have shaped Northern Ireland to life. In addition to exhibitions showcasing vintage photographs from the Bigger and McDonald photograph archive.

27 Feb 2025

Discover ‘Our View of the Universe’ at Belfast Central Library

Libraries NI is inviting astronomy enthusiasts and curious minds to Belfast Central Library for a special talk by Terry Moseley from the Irish Astronomical Association as part of Irish Astronomy Week 2025. Taking place on Wednesday 5 March from 11:30am to 12:30pm, this fascinating session will explore how our understanding of the universe has evolved over the past 400 years, since the invention of the telescope.

26 Feb 2025

Catch James Murphy on His Library Tour This World Book Day!

Local crime fiction author James Murphy is embarking on a thrilling "Catch Me If You Can" tour across several libraries to celebrate World Book Day. Fans of his gripping novels won’t want to miss this opportunity to hear James read from his upcoming book ‘How to be Dead’, take part in a Q & A quiz with James, and test their literary knowledge with fun activities like the First Line of the Book Game.

24 Feb 2025

Experience Traditional Irish Music in Enniskillen Library for Seachtain na Gaeilge

Celebrate Seachtain na Gaeilge with a unique opportunity to learn a traditional Irish song and play the harp at Enniskillen Library on Tuesday 4 March from 6:00pm – 7:30pm. This special interactive event, Fáinne na gCláirseach / Harp Circle, will immerse participants in Irish music and heritage. Booking is essential.

24 Feb 2025

Communities Minister officially opens new Fivemiletown Library

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has opened the newly redeveloped library in Fivemiletown, County Tyrone. The library, which first opened in 1978, has been rebuilt and extended to meet the changing needs of the local community, increasing sustainability through the installation of energy efficient heating and lighting measures and providing increased accessibility with a Changing Places facility.

20 Feb 2025