Held every other Saturday from 10:30am - 11:00am, booking not required.

Rhythm and Rhyme is an exciting free programme to introduce children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories in the library. Rhythm and Rhyme is a great opportunity for children to have fun and learn in a relaxed venue while giving parents and carers the chance to socialise.

Roll the dice and join in on the fun with an afternoon of Board Games in Cookstown Library with  Scrabble Snakes and ladders and much more.

Booking not required.

First Thursday of every month from 11:00am - 1:00pm

We will begin with a gentle walk offering fresh air, light exercise, and the chance to chat and connect. Afterwards, return to the library for a wellness talk or activity focused on overall wellbeing-covering topics like Mindfulness, Stress relief or Healthy habits.

Enjoy refreshments and good conversation n a welcoming and relaxed after setting.

In the event of bad weather, an indoor activity will take place instead.

Chess club is open to all ages and all abilities from beginners to advanced.

Tuesday- 3.00pm-5.00pm
Saturday- 10.00am -12.00 noon

No booking required.

Monday to Friday from 10:00am - 12:00 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.

Thursdays from 2:00pm - 4:00pm.

A group for anyone who enjoys knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. Share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Bring whatever you are working on at the moment or start a new project.

Held on the first Tuesday of the month from 4:00pm - 5:00pm

For children aged 4 and over accompanied by an adult.

Booking not required. 

Second Wednesday of each month from 2.00pm-3.00pm -September to June.

The Adult Reading Group for 16's and over gives an opportunity for adults to discuss their latest book.

6 week wellbeing drumming circle to support and encourage adults in rural communities to be creative, gain confidence and connect with others through drumming.

Join us for a calm and welcoming quiet hour in Cookstown Library.

During this time, lighting will be softened, noise kept to a minimum, and a relaxed environment created for those who prefer a quiet space, including those with autism or sensory sensitivities.

Cookstown will be displaying art work showing wild spaces in Mid Ulster, organised by Friends of Little Woods, to celebrate biodiversity week.

 The competition will be judged by the chair of Mid Ulster Council.

1-2-1 eClinic - IT help for beginners: help with your mobile device, general IT assistance, information about library e-services.
Booking essential.
t: 028 8676 3702
e: cookstown.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

Join us for a fun and creative Story and Craft session to celebrate World Bee Day! Make your own bee-themed craft while learning why bees are so important to us.
For children aged 4-10 

Join us in Cookstown for a visit from Irish author John Devlin, who will be sharing the stories and inspiration behind his collection of short stories, Bird of Paradox and Other Tales.

Join us for Mental Health Awareness Week in a relaxed and welcome setting which will focus on connection, wellbeing, exploring gratitude, positive moments and ways to support our mental health.

Celebrate Empathy Day by creating your very own friendship bracelets that encourage kindness and connection and what it means to be a good friend.

Age 4-12, children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

t: 028 8676 3702

Cookstown Library invites you to an adults shared reading session where a story will be read aloud to encourage discussion, reminiscence and reflection.

Refreshments provided.

 

Come together for Loneliness Awareness Week at Cookstown Libraries Grateful Gatherings Group, for connection, meaning and the tools to live gratefully and explore what matters.

Get creative and design your very own Silly Face Mask using fun colours and funny features, then pop it on to show off your sillies look!

Age 4-12

Drop in to Cooktown Library every Thursday throughout the summer for a fun mix of Stories, Colouring, Puzzles and Board Games. 

Build your very own Lego Castle and fortress with towers, walls and secret rooms!

Step back in time and design your own Sword and Shield decorated with symbols from the past. Bring history to life through your own medieval creation.

Age 4-12

Choose a superhero and get creative as you name your character and decide their colours as well as their superpower!

Age 4-12

Join the Old MacDonalds Farm Trail and go on a scavenger hunt among the books to find the hidden farm animals. Test your animal knowledge with a question about each one you find!

Age 4-12 

Come along and meet Kubo the Robot for a fun, hands-on coding session.

Age 8-12

 Join our Music and Mystery Sounds Quiz to test your knowledge on famous film tunes as well as mystery sounds from instruments to animals and every day noises!

Age 6-12

Can you find the hidden clues around the library? Follow the trail, collect the letters and work out the mystery word!

Age 6-12