Kilrea Library

Kilrea Library

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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Rhythm and Rhyme  
Every Thursday from 10:30am to 11:00am.

Booking is essential.
t: 028 2954 0630

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!

Contact:
Ita McNicholl
t: 028 2954 0630
e: kilrea.library@library@librariesni.org.uk
 07/05/2026 10:30am 24/06/2027 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.
Lego Club  

Every Thursday from 3:00pm to 4:00pm
 

For children aged 4 - 10 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 2954 0630
e: kilrea.library@librariesni.org.uk

 07/05/2026 3:00pm 24/06/2027 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.
Storytime  

Weekly, every Tuesday from 3:30pm to 4:00pm. Suitable for ages 4-8 years.

Storytime sessions help children 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.

 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2954 0630

 12/05/2026 3:30pm 29/06/2027 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.
Tea and Newspapers  

Every Saturday from 2:30pm to 4:00pm.
 

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 2954 0630
e: kilrea.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

 16/05/2026 2:30pm 26/06/2027 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.
‘What’s Your Story’ Writing Group  

First Thursday of every month between 2:00pm – 4:00pm.

 

You are invited to come along to our monthly What’s Your Story’ writing group to share you story.

 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2954 0630

 03/09/2026 2:00pm 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.
Reminiscence Group  
First Saturday of every month beginning from 10:30am – 11:30am.
 
You are invited to come along to our Reminiscence Group held in Kilrea Library on the first Saturday of every month.
 
Please contact the library for more information.
 05/09/2026 10:30am 05/06/2027 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.
Junior Reading Group  

Third Saturday of every month between 12:00pm – 12:45pm.

 

For children aged 7-9 years, come and join our monthly Junior Reading Group. This group is 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.

 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2954 0630

 19/09/2026 12 noon 17/06/2027 12:45pm 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.
Book Week NI 2026  

Celebrate Book Week in Kilrea Library by creating your own bookmark using the amazing selection of decorative items from our Craft Box.
Suitable for children aged 5-10. Children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult.
t:028 295 40630
e:kilrea.library@librariesni.org.uk 

 24/10/2026 10:30am 24/10/2026 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.
NI War Memorial Memorabilia Event  

Come to Kilrea Library to reminisce and learn more about our social history regarding World War Two, using realia and artefacts from the era. Join Mark Wigton, our special guest, as he explores some of the common themes and issues from this time. For Adults.
t:028 295 40630
e kilrea.library@librariesni.org.uk

 05/11/2026 2:00pm 05/11/2026 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.