Coleraine Library

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Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Knit and Natter  
Every Monday from 10:30am to 11:30am.

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.
02/06/2025 10:30am 29/06/2026 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  
Booking is not required.

Every Tuesday from 11:30am to 12 noon.
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!
03/06/2025 11:30am 30/06/2026 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.
Adult Reading Club  
First Friday of every month from 2:30pm to 3:30pm.

This group aims to allow everyone’s reading experiences to be shared and enjoyed. Participants don’t have to be library members but if you join, you can borrow the book the group will be discussing for free.
 
Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 7034 2561
e: coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk
 
 
06/06/2025 2:30pm 05/06/2026 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.
Chatterbooks  

First Monday of every month (please contact the library for specific dates) between 4:00pm to 4:45pm

 

Booking is advisable.

 

Chatterbooks is an exciting Junior Reading Group where children aged 7 - 11 years can come along to chat about their favourite books, enjoy fun activities and crafts and meet new friends.

 

Please contact the library for more information.

t: 028 7034 2561

e:coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk

01/09/2025 4:00pm 01/06/2026 4:45pm 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 (Tuesday and Friday Mornings)  

Weekly every Tuesday and Friday mornings from 11:00am to 11:30am.

 

Booking is advisable.

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!

Suitable for children aged 0-4 years; children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

 

Please contact the library for more information.

t: 028 7034 2561

e: coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk 

02/09/2025 11:00am 26/06/2026 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 (Tuesday Afternoon’s)  

Weekly every Tuesday afternoon between 2:15pm to 2:45pm.

 

Booking is advisable.

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.

t: 028 7034 2561

e: coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk 

02/09/2025 2:15pm 26/06/2026 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.
Tea and Newspapers (Wednesday and Thursday mornings)  

Weekly every Wednesday and Thursday morning from 10:00am to 12:00pm

 

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.

 

Please contact the library for more information.

t: 028 7034 2561

e:coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk 

03/09/2025 10:00am 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.
Lego Club (on Wednesdays)  

Every Wednesday from 3:30pm to 4:30pm.

 

For children aged 5+ years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer.

Come along to have some lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.

 

Please contact the library for more information.

t: 028 7034 2561

e:coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk 

03/09/2025 3:30pm 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.
Storytime  

Takes place every Thursday.

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.

Suitable for children aged 4-8 years; children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

04/09/2025 3:30pm 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.
Board Game Club  

Weekly every Saturday.

For children aged 5+ years, come along and play some board games with your friends at Coleraine Library, where our friendly staff are more than happy to help.

Please contact the library for more information.

Children aged 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

t: 028 7034 2561
e: coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk 
 

06/09/2025 10:30am 27/06/2026 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.
Lego Club (on Saturdays)  

Every Saturday from 2:30pm to 3:30pm.

For children aged 5+ years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer.
Come along to have some lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 7034 2561
e:coleraine.library@librariesni.org.uk 

06/09/2025 2:30pm 27/06/2026 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.
Causeway Museum Services Presents 1918: Local Voices Exhibition  

Coleraine Library in partnership with Causeway Museum Services is delighted to host the 1918: Local Voices Exhibition, as part of Remembrance Day.

 

The exhibition allows visitors to explore the effects of the end of World War One across the Causeway Coast and Glens area. During this time, local communities faced the loss of a generation of young men, injured soldiers returning home, many having dealt with traumatic experiences, and an outbreak of Spanish flu. Daily life would remain restricted by the Defence of the Realm Act 1914, whilst women’s roles were changing.

 

Emerging technologies developed on the battlefront and the rise in trade unions meant that life at home would change forever while a General Election, called in December, would reshape the political landscape of Ireland.

 

Available to view During Opening Hours.

 

Everyone Welcome.

01/11/2025 9:30am 29/11/2025 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.
A Letter to Santa - Children's Craft Event  

In celebration of the official Causeway Coast and Glens Council 'Coleraine Christmas Light Switch On' event in the town, Coleraine Library is inviting all children aged 4+ years to come along for a jolly fun 'Letter to Santa' craft.

 

Join our friendly library staff, who will help you write and decorate your letter to Santa Claus, ready to take home and post to the North Pole to give plenty of time for Santa and his busy elves to get all your presents ready and loaded onto his sleigh.

 

For ages 4+.  Booking not required.

 

4:00pm - 4:45pm.

28/11/2025 4:00pm 28/11/2025 4:45pm 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.
Festive Christmas Choir Performance by Ballysally Primary School  

Coleraine Library is delighted to welcome the pupils of Ballysally Primary School to attend the library and sing a selection of beautiful Christmas Carols as part of our Christmas celebrations. 

 

Everyone Welcome to attend the performance. 2:00pm - 2:30pm

02/12/2025 2:00pm 02/12/2025 2:30pm 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.
Coochie Coo Music and Movement - 'Christmas Bedtime Playdate' Event  

As the evenings draw closer and the sky gets darker, Coleraine 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

t: 028 7034 2561

03/12/2025 6:00pm 03/12/2025 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.
Santa's Christmas Storytime and Christmas Character Craft - Children's Activity  

Coleraine Library invites children aged 4-8 years to come along and enjoy a selection of Christmas themed tales followed by a fun filled Christmas Character craft, were we will make our favourite Christmas characters from our selection of craft resources available. 

 

Come along and join in all the festive fun from 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Booking not required.
 

11/12/2025 3:30pm 11/12/2025 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.
Festive Christmas Choir Performance by Coleraine College  

Coleraine Library is delighted to welcome the pupils of Coleraine College to attend the library and sing a selection of beautiful Christmas Carols as part of our Christmas celebrations. 

 

Everyone Welcome to attend the performance from 9:30am - 10:00am

12/12/2025 9:30am 12/12/2025 10:00am 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.
Christmas Jumper Day  

Join us in Coleraine 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 9:30am 12/12/2025 5:30pm 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.
Coleraine Library's Merry Christmas Party  

As part of our Christmas celebrations, Coleraine 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 Coleraine 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 from 10:00am - 12:00 noon.

17/12/2025 10:00am 17/12/2025 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.
Elf on the Shelf' - Christmas Scavenger Hunt  

To celebrate Christmas and get into the festive spirit, Coleraine Library invites children aged 4+ years to come along and search to find our naughty elf and his many secret hiding places within the library. Once you find the elf be sure to let our friendly library staff know where he was in case he gets away again. 

 

Are you ready for this festive chase? 2:30pm - 3:30pm 

19/12/2025 2:30pm 19/12/2025 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.