Ballyhackamore Library
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CUSTOMER NOTICE - Bank Holiday Closure
All public libraries in Northern Ireland will be closed on Monday 31 August and Mobile Libraries will not be on the road. The Out of Hours Service will be available in applicable libraries. You can check out our eResources via our website or app.
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Friday morning from 10:00am - 12 Noon. Enjoy a hot drink while perusing our selection of newspapers. Gives adults the opportunity to meet new people, socialise and discuss local and national affairs in the newspapers while enjoying complimentary tea/coffee and biscuits. |
24/04/2026 10:00am | 25/06/2027 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 Fridays) |
Junior Lego Club every Friday for 4-11 year olds, accompanied by an adult. Come along and enjoy getting creative with Lego. Booking essential on day of activity. |
24/04/2026 2:15pm | 25/06/2027 3:15pm | 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. |
| Saturday Crafts |
Enjoy Saturday morning crafts while you’re in to choose your new books for the week. Help yourself to crafts and no need to book. |
25/04/2026 10:30am | 26/06/2027 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. |
| Mindful Colouring |
Come and enjoy some meditative Mindful Colouring in the relaxing environment of the library. Available every Monday from 9.00am- 12 noon. |
27/04/2026 9:00am | 28/06/2027 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. |
| Knit and Natter |
Every Monday from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. 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. |
27/04/2026 2:00pm | 28/06/2027 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. |
| Brew and Browse |
Every Tuesday from 10:00am - 12 Noon Help yourself to tea/coffee and biscuit while browsing for your next great read. |
28/04/2026 10:00am | 29/06/2027 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 |
Come and enjoy a crossword, puzzle or board game in the relaxing environment of the library. Available every Thursday from 9.00am- 12 noon. |
30/04/2026 9:00am | 24/06/2027 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Thursday from 10:00am - 10:30am. Booking essential on the morning of the session from 9:00am. 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! |
30/04/2026 10:00am | 24/06/2027 10:30am | 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 Thursday from 11:00am - 11:30am. Book on the morning of Rhythm and Rhyme. 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. |
30/04/2026 11:00am | 24/06/2027 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. |
| Page Turners Book Club |
Junior reading group. |
05/05/2026 3:30pm | 01/06/2027 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 |
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. Thursday 3:30pm - 4:15pm For children 4 - 8 years accompanied by an adult Booking essential t: 028 9050 9204 e: ballyhackamore.library@librariesni.org.uk |
07/05/2026 3:30pm | 24/06/2027 4:15pm | 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 |
Last Saturday of the month from 9:30am to 10:00am.
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. |
30/05/2026 9:30am | 26/06/2027 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. |
| Budding Writers’ Society |
A young society of creative writers, moulding the next generation of wonderful story-tellers. |
29/06/2026 3:30pm | 28/06/2027 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. |
| Ballyhack Book Pack |
Adult general fiction group |
06/07/2026 4:45pm | 07/09/2026 5:45pm | 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. |
| Read, score, repeat: Football and Literacy Day |
Our young stars will listen to a fast-paced football story, then tackle head-on who their favourite players are, make paper mesh footballs to score more goals at home and sample our football books in the library. t: 028 90 509204 |
18/08/2026 2:30pm | 18/08/2026 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. |
| Lego Forest Builders |
Learn about the anatomy of trees before joining a team of Lego builders to create your very own library treehouse that will go on display and attract admiring glances from library goers. t: 028 90 509204 |
25/08/2026 2:30pm | 25/08/2026 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. |
| Save The Bees craft time |
Help us celebrate Go Green with Libraries NI Month! Use our craft resources to decorate your own very own flowerpot before planting special seed paper to grow your own colourful wildflowers. These flowers will give bees and other pollinators much needed food reserves before the winter months! t: 028 9050 9204 |
04/09/2026 3:30pm | 04/09/2026 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. |
| MacMillan Coffee Morning |
Come along and support our MacMillan Coffee Morning. As part of the Belfast Trust Cancer Support Service, MacMillan Health and Wellbeing co-ordinator Tanya Moffett will be in attendance to offer support and guidance for those affected by cancer. Everyone welcome. |
25/09/2026 10:30am | 25/09/2026 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. |
| Botanical Watercolour Workshop: Paint Nature's Beauty |
This all-ages and all-levels botanical watercolour painting workshop invites children, teens, adults, and grandparents to learn techniques inspired by nature and will be delivered by local artist Maurice Shannon. |
12/10/2026 3:30pm | 12/10/2026 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. |
| A discussion with best-selling author Emma Heatherington |
Emma Heatherington of County Tyrone is a best-selling author who will be promoting her new book, Together for Christmas. Emma has written 16 novels, including Every Christmas Eve and A Part of Me and You. |
19/10/2026 6:30pm | 19/10/2026 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 Emma Heatherington |
Join international best-selling author Emma Heatherington for a special Book Week NI Meet the Author event. Discover the inspiration behind her writing, hear about her creative process, and follow her publishing journey through an incredible 16+ novels. A fantastic opportunity to meet this talented local author and learn more about the stories behind her success. |
19/10/2026 6:30pm | 19/10/2026 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. |
| Love Your Library Day |
As part of Book Week NI, join us for a special Coffee Morning to celebrate ‘Love Your Library Day’ and see all the free services we offer, as well as our new children's library review corner. |
20/10/2026 10:30am | 20/10/2026 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. |
