1st Monday of the month 3:30pm—4:00pm.
 

Explore the characters and authors from a varied selection of comics. Pick a book from our Comic Book Box and then bring it on the day to discuss and swap with another member.  Stay after and create your very own comic with the resources provided. Perfect for children aged 9-11 years.
 

Booking essential.
t: 028 9446 1942

Mindful colouring for adults every Wednesday - offering significant benefits, including reduced stress levels, and improved focus by encouraging a state of calm, present-moment awareness.
 

No Booking Required.

Wednesday’s 2:00pm—4:00pm
 

Sessions to help primary school children develop a love of books, improve their listening skills with a Storytime and inspire creativity that feeds their imagination with activities available on the day.
 

Booking advisable.
t: 028 9446 194
 

For children aged 1 – 6 years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer.
Come along to have some Duplo building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.

Every Thursday from 11:00am - 12 noon.

Adult Board Games Club 

Friday’s 10:30am—11:30am.

Grab a board game at the desk or bring your own and enjoy a comfortable, yet lively atmosphere at the Adult Board Games Club. Everyone welcome.

First Tuesday of every month from 4:30pm - 5:30pm.

t: 028 9446 1942 

Join us at Antrim Library for our sensory Stay and Play Club.  Enjoy some sensory equipment and activity with your child and meet other parents, carers and guardians.

3rd Thursday of the month 10:30am—11:30am
 

Booking essential.

t: 028 9446 1942

Join us at the library for a fun-filled afternoon of laughter, where kids can learn to make balloon dogs, tell their best jokes, and win prizes!

Family Event; Children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult. Booking not required

t: 028 9446 1942

e: antrim.library@librariesni.org.uk  

Come along to The Big Bug Hunt at Antrim Library, where young explorers can search for bugs and leaves, investigate them up close, and learn amazing facts about the tiny world around them.
 

Suitable for 6 – 10 year olds; Children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential.

t: 028 9446 1942

e: antrim.library@librariesni.org.uk  

Please note this event is now fully booked.

Join us for an Arc 21 Eco‑Friendly Art Workshop for adults, where you’ll learn how to repurpose everyday materials into unique, sustainable crafts. This hands‑on session explores creative ways to reuse and transform items that might otherwise go to waste, combining environmental awareness with artistic expression.

Event is in partnership with the Antrim and Newtownabbey Council’s Over 50’s Summer Programme.

Suitable for adults; Booking essential.
t: 028 9446 1942

e: antrim.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

Come along and take part in The Missing Library Treasure Trail! Follow the clues hidden around the library, solve the puzzles and uncover the secrets to finding the missing treasures.
Suitable for all ages; Children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult. Booking not required

t: 028 9446 1942

e: antrim.library@librariesni.org.uk  

Come along to Antrim Library for a Paper Flowers Workshop.  Learn the basics and create some designs, using materials you would find around the house.

Perfect for anyone who can use a pair of scissors.
Booking Essential.

t: 028 9446 1942

e: antrim.library@librariesni.org.uk   
 

Come along to Antrim Libraries Viking Training Camp and step back in time! Discover fascinating facts about the Vikings, design your own shield, and take part in a fun raid challenge to see if you have what it takes to be a true explorer! Suitable for 5 - 8 year olds; children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential.

t: 028 9446 1942

e: antrim.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Come along to the library and meet the team from the Alzheimer’s Society. They’ll be on hand to offer information, guidance, and support—whether for your own Alzheimer’s journey or for someone you care about.
 

No Booking Required
t: 028 9446 1942
e: antrim.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Monday’s Tuesday’s and Friday’s from 2:00pm—4:00pm

Set up and complete your homework.  No homework? Then enjoy a variety of activities and resources. 
Everyone welcome.

Come along to Antrim Library and discover how Connect North can connect you to beneficial services and supports within your community to address your practical, social or emotional needs.  You must be over the age of 18 and live within the Northern Health and Social Care Trust area.   

 
No Booking Required 
t: 028 9446 1942
e: antrim.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Join us for a gloriumptious Roald Dahl Day celebration inspired by Matilda. Enjoy crafts, games, challenges and bookish fun as we celebrate one of Dahl’s most beloved stories. Whether you’re a bookworm like Matilda or brave enough to face Miss Trunchbull, there’s something for everyone!

Suitable for 6 - 11 years; Children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Booking essential.

t: 028 9446 1942

e: antrim.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Explore Creativity through the art of collage in this fun and creative workshop. Cut, layer and arrange images, words, and patterns to create a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork. All Materials will be provided, and participants of all skill levels are welcome.
Suitable for Adults
Booking essential.
t: 028 9446 1942
e: antrim.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

The Adult Reading Group for 16's and over gives an opportunity for adults to discuss their latest book.

Third Tuesday of the month from 4:30pm - 5:30pm

t: 028 9446 1942

Transform your community into the setting of a noir style mystery. Learn how writers use local history, architecture, and atmosphere to craft dark, compelling crime fiction from local author James Murphy.

Perfect for budding writers and crime fiction fans alike.

Booking essential.
t: 028 9446 1942
e: antrim.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

Can you turn everyday recycled materials into something amazing? Join us for a creative crafting session where cardboard boxes tubes, bottles, and other recycled items become robots, creatures, vehicles, inventions, and more. Let your imagination run wild!
Suitable for 6 - 11 years; Children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking essential.
t: 028 9446 1942
e: antrim.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

Join us for a fun- filled family event celebrating nature and sustainability! Get creative with eco-friendly crafts, plant your own seeds to take home, make a bee friendly seed bomb, and add your pledge to our Community Green Tree.
Suitable for all ages; Children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Come along. Booking not required.
t: 028 9446 1942
e: antrim.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

Help us celebrate Go Green with Libraries NI Month! Use our craft resources to decorate your own very own flowerpot before planting special seed paper to grow your own colourful wildflowers. These flowers will give bees and other pollinators much needed food reserves before the winter months! 

Booking essential.

t: 028 9446 1942

e: antrim.library@librariesni.org.uk