Storytime events

Storytime events

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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date & Time End Date & Time Library Booking
Storytime  
Second Wednesday of each month from 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Booing essential.
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.
08/11/2023 03:45 PM 12/06/2024 04:15 PM Portadown Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Wednesday from 2:30pm to 3:00pm.

Booking is essential.

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.
22/11/2023 02:30 PM 12/06/2024 03:00 PM Antrim Library 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.
Storytime  
Last Wednesday of the month from 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Booking required.

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.
22/11/2023 03:30 PM 12/06/2024 04:00 PM Tandragee Library 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.
Quiet Hour with Sensory Play/ Sensory Storytime  
Every Friday from 3:45pm - 4:45pm
 
Bring your child/children to visit the library, browse and borrow books attend Rhythm and Rhyme at 11:00am and avail of sensory toys/Storytime for a quieter time at 3:45pm in our Sensory Room.
 
Booking essential.
t: 028 28277047
24/11/2023 03:45 PM 14/06/2024 04:45 PM Larne Library 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.
Storytime and Craft for children aged 4 - 11 years  
Last Saturday of the month from 11:00am - 12:00noon.

Storytime sessions help children aged 4 - 11 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.
 
Booking essential.
t: 028 3833 6122
25/11/2023 11:00 AM 25/05/2024 12:00 PM Portadown Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Saturday from 12:00noon - 12:30pm
 
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.
 
Booking not required.
25/11/2023 12:00 PM 15/06/2024 12:30 PM Greenisland Library 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.
Irish Language Storytime Am Scéalaíochta  
Irish language Storytime takes place on the last Saturday of every month after Irish Language Rhythm and Rhyme. In partnership with Glór Uachtar Tíre. For children aged 4-8 accompanied by an adult.
 

t: 028 4377 8433
25/11/2023 12:00 PM 25/05/2024 12:30 PM Castlewellan Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Saturday at 2:00pm.
 
For children aged 4 - 8 years old; Children must be accompanied by an adult. 
 
Booking not required. More info:
25/11/2023 02:00 PM 15/06/2024 02:30 PM Downpatrick Library 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.
Saturday Storytime  
Every Saturday from 2:30pm - 3:00pm

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.
25/11/2023 02:30 PM 15/06/2024 03:00 PM Broughshane Library 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.
Storytime  
Weekly on a Saturday from 3:00pm until 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.
25/11/2023 03:00 PM 08/06/2024 04:00 PM Keady Library 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.
Afternoon Storytime  
Weekly, every Monday from 3:00pm to 3:30pm. Suitable for ages 4-8 years; children must be accompanied by an adult.
 
Storytime sessions help children 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.
 
Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 7774 1475
e: dungiven.library@librariesni.org.uk
27/11/2023 10:30 AM 10/06/2024 12:30 PM Dungiven Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Monday from 2:15pm - 2:45pm.
 
For children aged 4-8 years of age; children must be accompanied by an adult.
 
No booking required.
27/11/2023 02:15 PM 10/06/2024 02:45 PM Carryduff Library 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.
Storytime  
Weekly, every Monday from 3:30pm to 4:00pm. Suitable for ages 4-8 years.
 
Storytime sessions help children 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.
 
Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2766 3589
e: ballymoney.library@librariesni.org.uk

 
27/11/2023 03:30 PM 10/06/2024 04:00 PM Ballymoney Library 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.
Storytime  
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.
 
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
28/11/2023 02:45 PM 11/06/2024 04:00 PM Cloughfern Library 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.
Braille Storytime Experience  
Join us for a special storytime where children can experience the format of a Braille book.  We will also have a selction of books to take a look at.
 
For children aged 4-8 years; children must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.
28/11/2023 03:00 PM 11/06/2024 03:30 PM Cloughfern Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Tuesday 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.
28/11/2023 03:30 PM 11/06/2024 04:00 PM Saintfield Library 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.
Storytime and Craft  
Every Tuesday from 3:30pm - 4:15pm.
 
Storytime and Craft is aimed at children aged 4 – 8 years; children must be accompanied by an adult.
Children can enjoy listening to stories and making a different craft each week. 

Please telephone the library to book your child’s place on 02890851157. Spaces are limited.
28/11/2023 03:30 PM 11/06/2024 04:15 PM Rathcoole Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Tuesday from 3:30pm - 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.
 
Booking not required.
28/11/2023 03:30 PM 11/06/2024 04:00 PM Carrickfergus Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Wednesday from 3:15pm to 3:45pm.
 
Booking is essential.
 
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.
29/11/2023 03:15 PM 12/06/2024 03:45 PM Greystone Library 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.
Toddler Storytime and Craft  
Toddler Storytime and Craft for children aged 1 - 4 years. Last Thursday of the month from 11:00am - 11:30am.
 
Sessions help children aged 1 - 4 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.
30/11/2023 11:00 AM 30/05/2024 11:30 AM Portadown Library 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.
Storytime  
Thursday from 2:15pm - 2:45pm.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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.
30/11/2023 02:15 PM 13/06/2024 02:45 PM Dundonald Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Thursday from 2:30pm - 3:00pm.
 
Storytime sessions help children aged 4 - 8 years develop a love of books and improve their listening skills, as well as inspiring creativity and feeding their imagination.

Join our friendly staff as they read popular books and introduce children to a whole range of different authors.
 
No booking required. All welcome.
 
30/11/2023 02:30 PM 13/06/2024 03:00 PM Moira Library 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.
Storytime and Craft  
Last Thursday of the month from 3:30pm - 4:30pm.

Booking is essential.

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.
30/11/2023 03:30 PM 30/05/2024 04:30 PM Newtownards Library 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.
Bedtime Story  
Last Thursday of the month.

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.
30/11/2023 05:30 PM 30/05/2024 06:00 PM Holywood Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Saturday from 11:00am to 11:45am.

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.
02/12/2023 11:00 AM 15/06/2024 11:45 AM Magherafelt Library 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.
Saturday Storytime  
Weekly, every Saturday from 1:30pm to 2.00pm. Suitable for ages 4-8 years; children must be accompanied by an adult.
 
Storytime sessions help children 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.
 
Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 7776 2540
e: Limavady.library@librariesni.org.uk
02/12/2023 01:30 PM 15/06/2024 02:00 PM Limavady Library 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.
Storytime (Wed)  
Takes place on Wednesday each week.
First session: 2:30pm – 3:00pm
Second session: 3:30pm – 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.
 
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
06/12/2023 02:30 PM 12/06/2024 04:00 PM Lisburn City Library 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.
Polish Storytime / Bajki po Polsku  
Storytime in Polish for children aged 4 – 8 years accompanied by an adult.
Everyone welcome.
First Thursday of the month from 3:30pm - 4:00pm.

Bajki po Polsku dla dzieci w wieku 4 – 8
Zapraszam wszystkich
Pierwszy czwartek każdego miesiąca
07/12/2023 03:30 PM 06/06/2024 04:00 PM Moira Library 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.
Storytime  
Weekly, every Friday from 2:15pm - 2:45pm. Suitable for ages 3-6 years.
 
Storytime sessions help children 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.
 
Please ask staff for details.
t: 028 7083 2712
29/12/2023 11:00 AM 14/06/2024 11:30 AM Portstewart Library 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.
Storytime  
Weekly, every Saturday from 11:00am - 11:30am. Suitable for ages 4-8 years; children must be accompanied by an adult.
 
Storytime sessions help children 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.
 
Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 7034 2561
e: coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk
13/01/2024 11:00 AM 15/06/2024 11:30 AM Coleraine Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Monday from 3:45pm - 4:15pm.
 
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.
15/01/2024 03:45 PM 10/06/2024 04:15 PM Bangor Carnegie Library 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.
Storytime - Alternate Saturdays  
Alternate Saturdays.
 
 
Please contact the library to book; Booking Essential.
06/04/2024 02:00 PM 14/12/2024 03:00 PM Belfast Central Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Tuesday from 3:30pm - 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.
23/04/2024 03:30 PM 17/12/2024 04:00 PM Ormeau Road Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Tuesday.
 
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.

Children 4 - 8 years must be accompanied by an adult. Booking Essential.
 
Contact:
Christy Niblock
t: 028 9050 9216
23/04/2024 03:30 PM 17/12/2024 04:00 PM Holywood Arches Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Wednesday from 3:30pm - 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.
24/04/2024 03:30 PM 18/12/2024 04:00 PM Cregagh Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Wednesday from 4:00pm - 4:30pm.
For children aged 4 - 8 years; children must be accompanied by an adult. 

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.
24/04/2024 04:00 PM 18/12/2024 04:30 PM Lisburn Road Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Thursday from 3:00pm - 3:30pm.

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.
 
Everyone welcome.
25/04/2024 03:00 PM 19/12/2024 03:30 PM Whiterock Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Thursday from 3:30pm until 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.
25/04/2024 03:30 PM 19/12/2024 04:00 PM Grove library 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.
Storytime  
Every Saturday from 11:00am to 11:45am.
 
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.
27/04/2024 11:00 AM 14/12/2024 11:45 AM Derry Central Library 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.
Storytime  
Every Saturday from 11:00am - 11:30am.

Book on the Monday prior to the session.

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.
27/04/2024 11:00 AM 14/12/2024 11:30 AM Newtownbreda Library 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
29/04/2024 02:00 PM 16/12/2024 02:40 PM Shankill Road Library 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.
Grandpa's Great Escape Storytime  

Storytime : David Walliams's Grandpa's Great Escape:  Jack, a determined boy, sets out to help his grandfather, a former flying champ during World War II, with Alzheimer's disease, escape from his nursing home and its matron.

 

For children aged 8 - 12 years.

 

14/05/2024 04:00 PM 14/05/2024 05:00 PM Whitehead Library 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.