Dundonald Library

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Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Adult Reading Group  
Monthly on a Saturday from 10:15am –11:15am
Please contact staff for dates.
t: 028 9048 3994
 
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.
03/05/2025 10:15am 27/06/2026 11:15am 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 Gang  

Second Thursday of each month from 3:30pm - 4:15pm.

 

Junior Reading Groups are a fun way for children to be introduced to a wide range of new books, authors and to make new friends along the way. Members are asked to read a chosen book before each meeting, which will be available to borrow for free from the library catalogue.

 

For Children aged 7- 9 children must be accompanied by an adult.

08/05/2025 3:30pm 11/06/2026 4:15pm 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.
Reading Gang  

Second Tuesday of each month from 3:30pm - 4:15pm.

 

Junior Reading Groups are a fun way for children to be introduced to a wide range of new books, authors and to make new friends along the way. Members are asked to read a chosen book before each meeting, which will be available to borrow for free from the library catalogue.  

 

For Children aged 9-11 children must be accompanied by an adult.

13/05/2025 3:30pm 09/06/2026 4:15pm 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 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Booking is essential.

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.
14/05/2025 2:00pm 24/06/2026 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.
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 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 Friday from 10:30am - 11:00am. 
 
Children must be accompanied by an adult; Booking 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!

    
16/05/2025 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.
Lego and Duplo Club  
Every Friday from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. 
Booking is advisable.
 
For children aged 3 and over for the Duplo Club and children aged 6 and over for the Lego Club ; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
 
Come along to have Lego building fun.
Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.
16/05/2025 2:00pm 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.
Tea and Newspapers  

Every Monday from 10:00am - 12:00noon.

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.

19/05/2025 10:00am 22/06/2026 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.
World of Art and Imagination  

World of Art and Imagination: an exhibition
Call in to Dundonald Library and enjoy the art of Anna Campos Fulford and her son George Campos Versario
Drawing on inspiration from their life and surroundings, they have created a beautiful display showing how differing styles complement each other

Everyone welcome
t: 028 9048 3994
e: dundonald.library@librariesni.org.uk  

01/04/2026 11:00am 30/04/2026 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.
Meet the Luthiers  

Are you interested in guitars and how they are made?

Join luthiers Jake Menear and Gerry O’Gorman as they regale you with tales of their lives and experiences building and repairing guitars and the people they have met along the way. Presented by the Classical Guitar Society of Northern Ireland. 

Suitable for adults
Booking essential

t: 028 9048 3994
e: dundonald.library@librariesni.org.uk 

25/04/2026 10:30am 25/04/2026 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.
Poetry Reading  

Join us for a reading by local poet Roy Kirkwood. Roy has been writing for many years, becoming more prolific during lock down when he took up his role as Poet in Residence for Dundonald Art Corridor. Through poetry Roy has raised over $10,000 for charity.
 

Suitable for Adults

Booking essential

T: 028 9048 3994

e: dundonald.library@librariesni.org.uk 

13/05/2026 11:30am 13/05/2026 12:30pm 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.
Time for Tea  
Mental Health Awareness Week coffee morning
Dundonald Library invites you to spend time in your local library connecting with others in your community over a cup of tea or coffee

Everyone welcome
For more information contact Dundonald Library
t: 028 9048 3994
e: dundonald.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 
14/05/2026 10:30am 14/05/2026 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.
Empathy Day Craft  

Empathy Day craft event
Call into Dundonald Library and jump into someone else’s story by taking part in our Empathy Day crafts.  Help us to create empathy resolution bunting to decorate the library or make your own empathy comic strip. 

 

Suitable for children aged 4 – 11 accompanied by an adult

 

No booking required

t: 028 9048 3994

e: Dundonald.library@librariesni.org.uk

 

11/06/2026 3:00pm 11/06/2026 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.