Storytime events

Storytime events

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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Library Booking
Storytime and Craft  

Every second Thursday of the month from 3.30-4.30pm, for children aged 4+, under 8s to be accompanied by an adult, 

 

Booking not necessary.

10/04/2025 3:30pm 25/06/2026 4:15pm Ardoyne 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
01/05/2025 3:30pm 04/06/2026 4:00pm 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.
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 Tullycarnet 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.
Monthly Storytime and Craft Session  

Please contact the library for event dates. This event is suitable for children aged 0-4yrs; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Storytime sessions help young 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.

03/05/2025 10:30am 27/06/2026 11:30am Lurgan 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 noon - 13:30pm.

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.

 

t: 028 9043 1266

03/05/2025 12 noon 20/06/2026 12:30pm Colin Glen 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.
06/05/2025 2:15pm 23/06/2026 2:45pm 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 - 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.
06/05/2025 3:30pm 23/06/2026 4:00pm 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:
Ross Henderson
t: 028 9050 9216
06/05/2025 3:30pm 23/06/2026 4:00pm 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 Tuesday from 3:30pm - 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.
 
 
Booking essential.
t: 028 9336 2261
06/05/2025 3:30pm 23/06/2026 4:15pm 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.
Bedtime Stories  
Please note this event is term time only
 
First Tuesday of every month from 6:30pm. to 7:00pm.

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.
06/05/2025 6:30pm 02/06/2026 7:00pm Ballyclare 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.
07/05/2025 2:30pm 24/06/2026 3:00pm 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  
Afternoon Storytime session every Wednesday 3:00pm – 3:30pm. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
 
Booking advised.
t: 028 9050 9150
07/05/2025 3:00pm 24/06/2026 3:30pm 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 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.
07/05/2025 3:30pm 24/06/2026 4:00pm 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 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.
08/05/2025 3:00pm 25/06/2026 3:30pm 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. Craft session available on the 1st and 3rd 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.
08/05/2025 3:30pm 25/06/2026 4:00pm 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.
Children's Storytime  

Thursdays 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.

08/05/2025 3:30pm 25/06/2026 4:00pm Woodstock 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 Friday. 

Suitable for children aged 4-10 years; please note that children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

t: 028 2563 3950
e: ballymena.library@librariesni.org.uk

09/05/2025 3:00pm 26/06/2026 4:00pm Ballymena 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.
10/05/2025 11:00am 27/06/2026 11:30am 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.
Saturday Storytime  
Every Saturday from 11:30am.

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.
10/05/2025 11:30am 27/06/2026 12 noon Suffolk 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  

Saturday Storytime every Saturday at 12:00pm.

For children aged 4-8 years accompanied by an adult.


t: 028 2586 1613 

10/05/2025 12 noon 27/06/2026 12:45pm 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.
Quiet Sensory play in our Sensory Room  

Bring your child/children along to visit the library, borrow books and avail of the toys in our quiet sensory room. 
Please enquire at the desk for use of the room.
On occasion the room may be booked for events.

e: Larne.library@librariesni.org.uk
t: 028 2827 7047
 

12/05/2025 10:00am 26/06/2026 5:00pm 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 0-5 years  

Weekly on Mondays from 10:30am - 11:00am.

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.

12/05/2025 10:30am 22/06/2026 11:00am Armagh City 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
12/05/2025 2:00pm 22/06/2026 2:40pm 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.
Storytime  

Weekly on Mondays from 2:15pm - 2:45pm.

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 aged 8yrs and under must be accompanied by an adult.

12/05/2025 2:15pm 22/06/2026 2:45pm Banbridge 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 2:30pm - 3:00pm.
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.
 
Booking not required.
12/05/2025 2:30pm 22/06/2026 3:00pm 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  
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
 
12/05/2025 3:30pm 22/06/2026 4:00pm 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.
Children's 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.
12/05/2025 3:45pm 22/06/2026 4:15pm 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 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.
13/05/2025 3:30pm 23/06/2026 4:15pm 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  

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.

 

Every Tuesday from 6:15pm - 6:45pm.

 

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

13/05/2025 6:15pm 23/06/2026 6:45pm Brownlow 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 (Wednesdays)  
Takes place on Wednesday each week. Booking is essential.
 
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.
14/05/2025 2:30pm 24/06/2026 4:00pm 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.
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.
14/05/2025 3:15pm 24/06/2026 3:45pm 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.
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.
15/05/2025 2:15pm 25/06/2026 2:45pm 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.
 
15/05/2025 2:30pm 25/06/2026 3:00pm 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  
Every Saturday at 2:00pm.
 
For children aged 4 - 8 years old; Children must be accompanied by an adult. 
 
Booking not required. More info:
17/05/2025 2:00pm 27/06/2026 2:30pm 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.
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.
19/05/2025 2:15pm 22/06/2026 2:45pm 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  

Every Saturday from 11:00am - 11:30am.


Join us for a children's Storytime every Saturday morning. This session is suitable for children aged 5 - 8 years. Everyone welcome. 

24/05/2025 11:00am 27/06/2026 11:30am Fivemiletown 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.
27/05/2025 3:30pm 30/06/2026 4:00pm 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.
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.
29/05/2025 11:00am 25/06/2026 11:30am 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  
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
30/05/2025 11:00am 26/06/2026 11:30am 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  

Every Friday from 2:30pm - 3:00pm, 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.

30/05/2025 2:30pm 26/06/2026 3:00pm Rathfriland 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 Session  
The last Saturday of the month from 11:00am - 12:00noon.
 
Come along and have some fun in our Storytime and craft event.
For children aged 4-8 years; children must be accompanied by an adult.

Booking essential.
t: 028 3834 1946
31/05/2025 11:00am 27/06/2026 12 noon Brownlow 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. 
With themed Lego.
 
For children aged 4-8 accompanied by an adult.
 
t: 028 4377 8433
31/05/2025 12 noon 27/06/2026 12:30pm 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.
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
31/05/2025 1:30pm 27/06/2026 2:00pm 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 and Craft for children aged 4 - 11 years  
Last Saturday of the month from 2:00pm - 3:00pm.

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
31/05/2025 2:00pm 27/06/2026 3:00pm 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.
Saturday Storytime  

Every Saturday from 11:00am - 11:30am.

For children aged 4-8 years accompanied by an adult.

 

 

 

14/06/2025 11:00am 20/06/2026 11:30am Newcastle 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.
Big Summer Read Storytime  

Storytime for children aged 4 and over accompanied by an adult. 

 

Every Tuesday in July and August (apart from Tuesday 15) from 2:15pm - 2:45pm.

 

01/07/2025 2:15pm 26/08/2025 2:45pm 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.
Colour Club and Story  

Join us every Thursday for Colour Club and Story which will run every Thursday throughout the summer.
For children aged 3-11 years.
Booking not required.

03/07/2025 11:00am 24/07/2025 12 noon Cookstown 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.
Autism friendly Storytime and Craft  

Autism friendly Storytime and craft.


Saturday 19 July 
From 11.00am -12:00 noon
t: 028 3083 0424

19/07/2025 11:00am 19/07/2025 12 noon Bessbrook 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.

Booking essential.

t: 028 4176 2278

 

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.

19/07/2025 11:00am 20/06/2026 11:30am Kilkeel 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.