Every Monday from 3:15pm to 4:15pm.
 

For children aged 5+ years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer.
Come along to have some Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Ballycastle Library invites you to come along and join our weekly Irish Language Conversation group which takes place every Thursday from 2:00pm – 3:00pm.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Weekly every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday morning from 10:30am to 12 noon.
 

Tea and Newspapers groups give adults the opportunity to meet new people, socialise and discuss local and national affairs in the newspapers while enjoying complimentary tea/coffee and biscuits.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

First Saturday of every month (please contact the library for specific dates) between 11:30am – 12:30pm.
 

Booking is advisable.

Chatterbooks is an exciting Junior Reading Group where children aged 7 - 11 years can come along to chat about their favourite books, enjoy fun activities and crafts and meet new friends.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Every Saturday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm.
 

For children aged 5+ years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer.
Come along to have some Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Weekly every Tuesday and Saturday mornings from 10:30am to 11:00am.

Booking is advisable.
Rhythm and Rhyme sessions introduce parents and children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories.

Each session offers an entertaining opportunity for children to engage with others, provides a good foundation to develop their reading, listening and language skills and of course to have lots of fun!
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Weekly every Tuesday from 2:30pm to 4:30pm.
 

Knit and Natter Groups are for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. They are free of charge to attend and participants have the opportunity to share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Members can bring along a project they are already working on or can start something new.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Weekly, every Tuesday from 3:30pm to 4:00pm. Suitable for ages 4-8 years 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 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Every Wednesday from 12:30pm to 1:30pm.
 

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.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk

 

Weekly every Thursday from 3:30pm – 4:30pm.
 

For children aged 5+ years, come along and play some board games with your friends at Coleraine Library, where are friendly staff are more than happy to help.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Second Monday of every month between 11:00am – 12 noon.
 

This group aims to allow everyone’s reading experiences to be shared and enjoyed. Participants don’t have to be library members but if you join, you can borrow the book the group will be discussing for free.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Weekly every Friday from 2:30pm – 4:00pm.
 

Ballycastle Library invites all adults to come along and play some board games with your friends at the library, where are friendly staff are more than happy to help.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

*Please note this event is now fully booked

Join bestselling author and illustrator Paddy Donnelly for a fun-filled Storytime and drawing session at Ballycastle Library. Suitable for children aged 4–8; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. 

Children will enjoy hearing some of Paddy's picture books before taking part in imaginative drawing activities inspired by unicorns, axolotls, capybaras and even their own mythical creatures. There will be plenty of creativity, laughter and the opportunity to challenge Paddy to draw any animal upside down! 

Booking essential.
 t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

*Please note this event is now fully booked

Ballycastle Library invites children aged 9–12 to an inspiring creative workshop with bestselling author and illustrator Paddy Donnelly. Young writers and artists will learn how Paddy develops his stories and characters, discover tips for creating their own books and comics, and make a mini book to take home. 

There will also be an opportunity to ask Paddy questions about writing, illustrating and publishing books. 

Booking essential.
 

t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Join local historian Sean McMichael at Ballycastle Library for a fascinating journey through almost 300 years of Ballycastle's hotel history. Discover where the town's hotels were located, who they served, and how they evolved over the decades. The talk will explore the stories behind some of Ballycastle's best-known establishments, including the iconic Antrim Arms Hotel, and will be illustrated with a range of historical images and photographs.

Booking essential.
t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk

As part of European Heritage Open Days, join Ballycastle Library for a fascinating exploration of the stories hidden within the placenames of the Causeway Coast. From Ballycastle and Rathlin to Fair Head and Murlough Bay, discover how local place names reveal clues about our landscape, language, history and heritage. This talk will uncover the meanings behind familiar names and explore the influences of Irish, Scots, Norse and English traditions on our area. 

Booking essential.
t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk

Celebrate Roald Dahl Day at Ballycastle Library with a craft session inspired by one of Roald Dahl's most mischievous stories, The Twits. Children will create their own silly Mr and Mrs Twit characters, complete with crazy hair, bushy beards and plenty of mixed-up mischief! Along the way, we'll share some of Roald Dahl's funniest stories and favourite characters. Suitable for children aged 4-10; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Booking essential.
t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk

Help us celebrate Go Green with Libraries NI Month! Use our craft resources at Ballycastle Library to decorate your very own flowerpot before planting special seed paper to grow your own colourful wildflowers. Children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential.

t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Join us at Ballycastle Library for a welcoming morning of tea, coffee, friendship and chat while supporting a great cause. Enjoy good company and help raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support. 

No booking required.
t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk