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| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
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| Cryptic Corner |
Weekly on a Friday from 1:30pm - 5:00pm. Includes crosswords, sudoku and communal jigsaw. No booking required. |
01/05/2026 1:30pm | 25/06/2027 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. |
| Mindful Colouring |
Weekly on a Saturday from 12 noon until 1:00pm. Enhance your well-being and calm the mind through relaxed meditative colouring. A gentle way to reduce stress using intricate colouring patterns and designs. |
02/05/2026 12 noon | 26/06/2027 1:00pm | 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 |
On the first Saturday of the month is Lego club. Suitable for children aged 5+ years. |
02/05/2026 2:30pm | 05/06/2027 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Tuesday from 10:30am - 11:00am. Everyone welcome. 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! |
05/05/2026 10:30am | 29/06/2027 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. |
| Knit and Natter |
Every Wednesday from 10:30am - 11:30am. Booking not required. 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. |
06/05/2026 10:30am | 30/06/2027 11:30am | 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 Wednesday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm Tea and Newspaper 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. |
06/05/2026 3:00pm | 30/06/2027 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. |
| Adult Book Group |
Adult Book Club is on the first Wednesday of the month from 7:00pm-8:00pm.
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06/05/2026 7:00pm | 02/06/2027 8:00pm | 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 and colour |
On the second Saturday of the month is Storytime; these 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. |
09/05/2026 2:30pm | 12/06/2027 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. |
| Board games |
On the third Saturday of the month is Board games; suitable for children aged 4+ years. |
09/05/2026 2:30pm | 19/06/2027 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. |
| Junior Reading Group |
Junior Reading Group aged 9-11. On second Wednesday of the month. The aim of the group is to bring young readers together to discuss a chosen book, share opinions and enjoy a range of activities linked to the story.
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13/05/2026 5:00pm | 09/06/2027 6:00pm | 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 and craft |
On the fourth Saturday of the month is a Storytime and craft session; this helps 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. Contact the branch for more information: |
23/05/2026 2:30pm | 26/06/2027 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. |
| Empathy Day Bedtime Story |
Keady Library having a bed time story and colouring session for Empathy day. Let's reflect together on the emotions and experiences of the characters in the story. For children aged 4 - 8 years. Children aged under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. |
10/06/2026 6:30pm | 10/06/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read 2026 - Watercolour Monsters |
Join us for the first of our Big Summer Read events in Keady Library! Children will enjoy listening to a story before getting creative and making their own watercolour monster. |
04/07/2026 2:30pm | 04/07/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read 2026 - Gruffalo Stories and Crafts |
Enjoy a Gruffalo story session followed by a fun themed craft activity as part of our Big Summer Read events. |
11/07/2026 2:30pm | 11/07/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read 2026 - Lego Castles |
Calling all LEGO Builders to Keady Library! Step into a world of knights, dragons and castles with our castle-themed LEGO challenge For children aged 4 - 11 years |
18/07/2026 2:30pm | 18/07/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read 2026 - Stories and Flower Crafts |
Join us in Keady for our story session followed by creating your own blooming masterpiece in our paper cup bouquet craft session, full of colour, creativity and fun! For children aged 4 - 11 years |
25/07/2026 2:30pm | 25/07/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read 2026 - Treasure Map Craft |
X marks the spot! Join us in Keady Library to create your own treasure map and let your imagination lead the adventure. For children aged 4 - 8 years accompanied by an adult |
01/08/2026 2:30pm | 01/08/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read 2026 - Story and Jellyfish craft |
Let's dive into an underwater adventure in Keady Library, with a story followed by creating a colourful jellyfish craft to take home. |
08/08/2026 2:30pm | 08/08/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read 2026 - Story and Design a Jigsaw |
Join us in Keady Library for a story followed by a creative session where children can decorate and design their own personalised jigsaw. |
15/08/2026 2:30pm | 15/08/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read 2026 - Story and Seaside Craft |
Join us in Keady Library for a seaside-inspired story time followed by creating your own seaside picture featuring a baby turtle and seashell prints. |
22/08/2026 2:30pm | 22/08/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read 2026 - Boardgames |
For the final week of our Big Summer Read, join us in Keady Library for boardgames for all to enjoy. For all the family |
29/08/2026 2:30pm | 29/08/2026 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. |