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| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poetry Group |
Poetry Group held on the first Thursday of the month from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.
t: 028 2766 3589 |
01/05/2025 3:00pm | 04/06/2026 4:00pm | 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. |
| Knit and Natter |
Every Tuesday from 6:00pm - 7:30pm. |
06/05/2025 6:00pm | 23/06/2026 7:30pm | 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme (Wednesdays and Fridays) |
Every Wednesday and Friday from 10:30am to 11:00am. Booking is essential. 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. |
07/05/2025 10:30am | 26/06/2026 11:00am | 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. |
| Mindful Colouring |
Every Thursday from 11:00am to 12 noon. Mindful Colouring groups are for anyone who wants to explore the world of adult colouring with intricate colouring patterns and designs. They can enhance well-being, help calm the mind and relieve stress through relaxed, meditative colouring in. |
08/05/2025 11:00am | 25/06/2026 12 noon | 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. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Friday from 3:00pm to 4:00pm. 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. |
09/05/2025 3:00pm | 26/06/2026 4:00pm | 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 | 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. |
| Lego Club |
Every Tuesday from 3:30pm to 5:00pm. Booking is essential. For children aged 5-10, all children attending this event must be accompanied by an adult. |
13/05/2025 3:30pm | 23/06/2026 5:00pm | 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. |
| Adult Reading Group |
Last Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 3:30pm. Adult Reading Groups are a great opportunity for members to join in some lively literary discussions in a relaxed, friendly environment. The groups encourage people to read for pleasure, share their enthusiasm and express opinions about books and their authors. The group meets on a regular basis and the book the group will be discussing can be borrowed from the library catalogue for free. |
28/05/2025 2:30pm | 24/06/2026 3:30pm | 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. |
| Sensory Playtime |
Monthly on the last Thursday of every month from 3:00pm to 4:00pm. Suitable for ages 3+ years. Please contact the library for more information. |
25/09/2025 3:00pm | 25/06/2026 4:00pm | 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. |
| Create Your Own Christmas Lights' - Children's Craft |
In celebration of the official Causeway Coast and Glens Council 'Ballymoney Christmas Light Switch On' event in the town, Ballymoney Library invites children aged 4-10 years to come along and get into the festive spirit with our fun filled 'Make Your Own Christmas Lights' paper craft.
Guided by our friendly library staff and using our selection of craft resources, join us in making a twinkling, bright craft piece, ready to take with you into the town for all the celebrations. Booking Essential. 4:00pm - 4:30pm t: 028 2766 3589 |
20/11/2025 4:00pm | 20/11/2025 4:30pm | 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. |
| World Hello Day - 'Hello to You too' Coffee Afternoon |
In celebration of World Hello Day, Ballymoney Library invites you to come along and join us with our 'Hello to You too' Coffee Afternoon. While enjoying a nice cuppa, we want you to help us make someone's day by saying 'Hello' to at least 10 people during the event.
Our staff are ready, are you? Everyone Welcome. 3:00pm - 4:00pm Booking not required. |
21/11/2025 3:00pm | 21/11/2025 4:00pm | 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. |
| Coochie Coo Music and Movement - 'Christmas Bedtime Playdate' Family Event |
As the evenings draw closer and the sky gets darker, Ballymoney Library invites you to come along and join Coochie Coo for a magical Christmas Bedtime Playdate.
For children aged 6 months to pre-school, get into your jammies, hold teddy tight and enjoy a Christmas themed multi-sensory music and movement session, through the use of acoustic music, dynamic props and sensory light elements.
Booking Essential. 6:00pm - 7:00pm |
02/12/2025 6:00pm | 02/12/2025 7:00pm | 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. |
| The Salvation Army - Christmas Carols Music Performance |
Ballymoney Library is delighted to welcome The Salvation Army into the library, who will be delivering a wonderful musical group performance as they sing a selection of Christmas Carols, as part of our Christmas celebrations. We warmly invite you to come along and enjoy this fabulously festive performance and join us in supporting the great work that The Salvation Army do. |
05/12/2025 11:00am | 05/12/2025 12 noon | 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. |
| Christmas Icons' Family Scavenger Hunt |
The Christmas Spirit is in full flow at Ballymoney Library, as we invite all the family to come along and join our friendly staff in a fun filled 'Christmas Icons' Scavenger Hunt. Using our Scavenger Hunt Activity Sheet, your task is to search the library and find all the icons of Christmas secret hiding places. Be sure to watch out for the naughty elves - they're really good at hiding.
Everyone Welcome. 2:00pm - 3:30pm |
06/12/2025 2:00pm | 06/12/2025 3:30pm | 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. |
| Christmas Jumper Day |
Join us in Ballymoney Library as we get into the Christmas spirit and wear our festive Christmas Jumpers to celebrate Christmas Jumper Day 2025. Will you join our friendly library staff in donning your best Silly Santa's or Rocking Reindeers attire? We look forward to seeing.
Everyone Welcome during Opening Hours. |
12/12/2025 10:00am | 12/12/2025 5:00pm | 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. |
| Christmas Themed Storytime and 'Make Your Own Christmas Character' Craft |
Ballymoney Library invites children aged 4-8 years to come along and enjoy a selection of Christmas themed tales before taking part in our fun filled 'Christmas Character' craft, where our friendly Library Staff will help you to make your favourite Christmas Characters, using our selection of craft resource available.
From 2:00pm - 3:00pm. Booking not required. |
13/12/2025 2:00pm | 13/12/2025 3:00pm | 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. |
| Ballymoney Library's Merry Christmas Party |
As part of our Christmas celebrations, Ballymoney Library invites you to come along and enjoy our Merry Christmas Party with tea, coffee and a selection of shortbread and mince pies on offer. At Ballymoney Library we wish to thank all our customers for their continued support and will be delighted to have you join us for this merry occasion.
Everyone Welcome. 3:00pm - 4:00pm. Booking not required. |
19/12/2025 3:00pm | 19/12/2025 4:00pm | 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. |
