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| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
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| Online Adult Reading Group |
Join us for our new monthly Online Reading Group from the comfort of your own home.
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01/05/2025 7:00pm | 25/06/2026 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Friday from 10:30am - 11:00am. Booking is essential. Telephone 02892 619330 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! |
01/05/2026 10:30am | 25/06/2027 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. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Friday from 10:30am - 12:30pm.
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. |
01/05/2026 10:30am | 25/06/2027 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Friday at 11:00am |
01/05/2026 11:00am | 25/06/2027 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Saturday from 10:30am - 11:00am. 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! Booking is essential. t: 028 9261 9330 |
02/05/2026 10:30am | 26/06/2027 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. |
| Adult Reading Group |
Monthly on a Saturday from 2:00pm – 3:00pm Please contact staff for dates. t: 028 9261 9330 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. |
02/05/2026 2:00pm | 26/06/2027 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. |
| Storytime |
Every Thursday from 2:30pm - 3:00pm. Storytime sessions help children aged 4 - 8 years develop a love of books and improve their listening skills, as well as inspiring creativity and feeding their imagination. Join our friendly staff as they read popular books and introduce children to a whole range of different authors. No booking required. All welcome. |
07/05/2026 2:30pm | 24/06/2027 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. |
| Polish Storytime / Bajki po Polsku |
Storytime in Polish for children aged 4 – 8 years accompanied by an adult. Everyone welcome. First Thursday of the month from 3:30pm - 4:00pm. Bajki po Polsku dla dzieci w wieku 4 – 8 Zapraszam wszystkich Pierwszy czwartek każdego miesiąca |
07/05/2026 3:30pm | 03/06/2027 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. |
| Knit and Natter |
Every Thursday from 4:00pm - 5:00pm. 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. |
07/05/2026 4:00pm | 03/06/2027 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. |
| The Poetry Apothecary |
Held on the last Thursday of the month from 6:00pm - 7:30pm. This is a creative writing group run by local writer Julie Blain. All forms of creative writing welcome.
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28/05/2026 6:00pm | 24/06/2027 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. |
| Empathy Festival Games |
Empathy Festival Games! Join us this Empathy Festival week for some games designed to help children to jump into someone else's story. Booking not required t: 028 9261 9330 |
09/06/2026 2:30pm | 09/06/2026 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. |
| Empathy Day Storytime and Craft |
Join us this Empathy Day for a special storytime followed by a craft designed to help children think about other people's feelings. Booking not required t: 028 9261 9330 |
11/06/2026 2:30pm | 11/06/2026 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. |
| Author Visit - Jamie Guiney |
Meet the author! Join us at Moira Library as we welcome author Jamie Guiney as he celebrates the release of his latest novel, The Lightning. Thursday 11 June Everyone welcome! t: 028 9261 9330 |
11/06/2026 6:30pm | 11/06/2026 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. |
| Meet the Author - James Murphy |
Meet the Author! Join us at Moira Library as we welcome local crime author and podcaster James Murphy, who will be discussing his Terror Trilogy and his Dr Carolyn Harkin novels. Saturday 13 June Everyone welcome! t: 028 9261 9330 |
13/06/2026 2:00pm | 13/06/2026 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. |
| Creative Walking |
Join us for a leisurely walk followed by a creative workshop in the library sketching the sights and sounds experienced along the way. |
27/06/2026 1:30pm | 27/06/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read - History in Your Hands |
Every object has a story to tell! In this hands-on history session with a special guest from the Northern Ireland War Memorial Museum, children will explore artefacts, memories and stories from the past, discovering how objects can help bring history to life. |
28/06/2026 2:30pm | 28/06/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read - Take a Leaf out of our Book! |
Take a Leaf out of our Book! Join us at Moira Library as we launch the Big Summer Read 2026. Add a leaf to our Library Tree with your favourite book on it and watch the recommendations grow! Booking not required t: 028 9261 9330 |
30/06/2026 2:30pm | 30/06/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read - Role Reversal |
Join us for a fun afternoon where children can learn all about being a Librarian - and put their skills to the test and to see if they've got what it takes to become one! |
16/07/2026 3:00pm | 16/07/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read - Draw Along with us |
Join us for a Draw Along as together we learn how to draw our favourite book characters. |
25/07/2026 2:00pm | 25/07/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read - Children's Poetry Worskhop |
Join us as we welcome local writer Julie Blain who will teach us all about poetry and help us to write a poem of our own! |
04/08/2026 2:30pm | 04/08/2026 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 - Kubo the Spaceman |
KUBO is the world’s first puzzle-based educational robot that allows you to learn a fun and easy way to code. For children aged 6-10 years |
11/08/2026 2:00pm | 11/08/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read - Creative Writing Workshop |
Join us at Moira Library as we explore storytelling with our very own author, Magdalena Zalecka! Learn how to create a fantastic adventure of your very own. |
18/08/2026 3:00pm | 18/08/2026 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. |
| Big Summer Read - The Case of the Missing Book |
Join us at Moira Library as we play a logic-based game and solve the mystery of the missing book! Can you figure out who the Bookworm is? |
27/08/2026 3:00pm | 27/08/2026 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. |