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Local libraries set to get the nation reading crime this June

Libraries NI has announced a series of events to mark National Crime Reading Month which takes place in June. Bangor Carnegie, Lisburn Road, Antrim and Carrickfergus libraries will be hosting renowned local authors during Crime Conversation events to celebrate, talk and delve into the popular and bestselling genre.

22 May 2023

New Look Greenisland Library opens for the public

On May 18, Greenisland Library reopened its doors after going through an extensive refurbishment project. The investment work focused on improving the energy efficiency of the library with the installation of a new heating system, LED lighting and new double glazed windows and doors. The interior and exterior of the library have also been improved with a new roof, new floor covering and new internal decoration to reinvigorate the library.

22 May 2023

Department for Communities Budget for 2023/24 - Opportunity to respond to Departmental Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA)

The Department for Communities (DfC), the funding department for Libraries NI, has announced high level budget information in response to the Northern Ireland Budget 2023/24. This details the considerable shortfall in resource funding available to the department to support day to day spending and funding for the delivery of public services.

16 May 2023

The Belfast Agreement on view at Omagh, Belfast Central and Derry Central libraries

Also known as the Good Friday Agreement, the historic treaty, will be available for members of the public to view at Omagh, Derry Central and Belfast Central libraries during key dates in May.

11 May 2023

Beginner’s Guide to DNA to take place at Lisburn City Library

If you’re interested in how DNA tests can help trace your ancestry then come along to Lisburn City Library on Thursday 25 May from 6:30pm until 7:30pm for a Beginner’s Guide to DNA and Heritage.

09 May 2023

Poet to launch latest book in Ballycastle Library

Libraries NI will welcome author Angela Graham to Ballycastle Library on Thursday 11 May for the launch of her new book ‘Sanctuary: There Must Be Somewhere’.

05 May 2023

Storytelling event at Ballyclare Library

Libraries NI, in partnership with the Armstrong Storytelling Trust, is delighted to welcome legendary storyteller Colin Urwin to Ballyclare Library on Wednesday 24 May from 2:00pm until 3:00pm.

04 May 2023

Tullycarnet Library presents April Yarnspinners

Tullycarnet Library will welcome Cardiff storyteller and singer Cath Little to Tullycarnet Library on Thursday 20 April at 8:00pm for the monthly Yarnspinners event.

12 Apr 2023