Portaferry Library
Holidays Notice and Latest Service Updates
Libraries NI Christmas Holiday period will run from Monday 22 December to Saturday 27 December 2025 inclusive. Libraries NI will reopen to customers on Monday 29, Tuesday 30 and Wednesday 31 December with all libraries closing at 5:00pm on each of these days. Library opening hours vary, so please check our website for full details for your local library.
All libraries will be closed on Thursday 1 January 2026 and normal opening hours will resume on Friday 2 January 2026.
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
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| Junior Book Club ‘Paperback Mondays’ |
Make Mondays magical with books! Join our junior book group for fun discussions, activities, and plenty of page-turning adventures.
From 1st September on the first Monday of the month from 4:00pm – 5:00pm. |
01/09/2025 4:00pm | 01/06/2026 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Fortnightly on Wednesdays from 12 noon - 12:30pm. 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! |
10/09/2025 12 noon | 24/06/2026 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. |
| Adult Book Club |
Love books? Love discussion? Come be part of our friendly Book Club at the library.
Held 3rd Monday of the month from 7:00pm – 8:00pm. |
15/09/2025 7:00pm | 15/06/2026 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. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Saturday from 10:30am - 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. |
20/09/2025 10:30am | 27/06/2026 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. |
| Cryptic Corner on Saturdays |
Are you a puzzle lover? Check out Cryptic Corner in the library! |
20/09/2025 10:30am | 27/06/2026 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. |
| Lego Club |
Lego Club monthly on a Saturday from 11:00am – 12 noon - for more details please contact the Library or check our FB page. Join us for some Lego building fun! Each month will focus on a different theme and Lego challenge. Booking essential. t: 028 4272 8194 |
20/09/2025 11:00am | 27/06/2026 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. |
| Puzzle Time |
Drop by anytime and add your piece to our jigsaw puzzle. |
22/09/2025 10:00am | 26/06/2026 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. |
| Knit and Natter |
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. |
24/09/2025 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. |
| Junior Colouring Club |
Make your Wednesday colourful and fun! Bring a friend or find one while you’re here. Every Wednesday from 3:00pm - 4:30pm. |
24/09/2025 3:00pm | 24/06/2026 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. |
| Writing for Fun Creative Writing Group |
Write, share, and be inspired—creative writing for adults at the library.
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04/10/2025 11:00am | 06/06/2026 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. |
| Jingle Jam Christmas Fun |
Join us for songs, stories, crafts, and festive fun. |
17/12/2025 3:30pm | 17/12/2025 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. |
| Austen, Quizzes and Creative Sparks |
Celebrate Jane Austens birthday with a Quiz, a literary treat and writing fun.
Booking advised. t: 028 4272 8194 |
20/12/2025 11:00am | 20/12/2025 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. |
| A Book-Tastic New Year Challenge |
Children hear a fun story and then create their very own New Year Time Capsule, complete with a special note to their future selves.
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10/01/2026 11:30am | 10/01/2026 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. |
| Brew Monday |
Warm Up Your Monday and come enjoy a free cup and chase away the Monday blues with us in the Library.
Booking not required. |
19/01/2026 1:00pm | 19/01/2026 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. |
| Burns Celebration at the Library |
Join us for a Rabbie Burns celebration with poems, mindful colouring, a quiz and a fun Scots word challenge.
Booking not required. |
26/01/2026 4:00pm | 26/01/2026 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. |
