Cregagh 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natures Table |
An exhibition created by Brain Injury Matters with Curator Ciaran Elizabeth Doran that explores everyone’s relationship, appreciation and importance of nature from early years, at school through to adulthood. |
28/04/2026 10:00am | 30/06/2027 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 |
Every Tuesday from 1:30pm - 2:30pm.
Booking not required.
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. |
28/04/2026 1:30pm | 29/06/2027 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. |
| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Wednesday from 11:00am - 12:30pm.
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. |
29/04/2026 11:00am | 30/06/2027 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. |
| Storytime |
Every Wednesday from 3:30pm - 4:00pm. 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. |
29/04/2026 3:30pm | 30/06/2027 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Friday from 10:30am - 11:00am. Booking essential on Thursday before. 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! |
01/05/2026 10:30am | 25/06/2027 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 Saturday from 11:00am - 12:00noon.
Booking essential. t: 028 9040 1365 |
02/05/2026 11:00am | 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. |
| Job Club |
Held on the 1st Tuesday of the month from 10:30am - 12:30am and the 3rd Thursday of the month from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Do you need some help with your C.V, job search or help to plan for an interview? Help and support for benefit claims also available with Staff from Knockbreda Jobs & Benefits office. Booking available but not essential. |
05/05/2026 2:00pm | 17/06/2027 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. |
| The Imagination Station |
Create your own Dogman comic book! |
17/08/2026 2:30pm | 17/08/2026 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. |
| The Enchantment Workshop |
Come together to make magical bracelets and design your own fairy tale book covers! No booking required t: 028 9040 1365 |
24/08/2026 2:30pm | 24/08/2026 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. |
| Very Local History Group |
The very local history group meet on the first Wednesday of each month at 10.45am. It is open to anyone who is interested in local, social and industrial records contained in documents and photographs of past events. 1st Wednesday of each month from 10.45am – 12 noon. |
02/09/2026 10:45am | 02/06/2027 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. |
| Macular Society meeting |
Second Tuesday of the month from 10:30am - 1:00pm.
Booking not required. |
08/09/2026 10:30am | 08/06/2027 1:00pm | 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. |
| Family History Group |
Have you ever thought about looking into your family’s history? Would you like to find out about your grandparents, great grandparents and your wider family? Come to our family history group for advice on how to research your family history. 2nd Wednesday of each month from 10:30 - 12:00 noon. |
09/09/2026 10:30am | 09/06/2027 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. |
| Go Green - Save the Bees! |
Create your own bug hotel, help us to plant some bee friendly flowers in the library bug hotel and enjoy some stories! Booking Required t: 028 9040 1365 |
16/09/2026 3:30pm | 16/09/2026 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. |
| Chatterbooks Reading group |
Chatterbooks Reading group for 7-9 Year olds
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24/09/2026 3:30pm | 24/06/2027 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. |
| Macmillan Coffee Morning 2026 |
Join us for a welcoming morning of tea, coffee, friendship and chat while supporting a great cause. Enjoy good company and help raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support. t: 028 9040 1365 |
25/09/2026 10:00am | 25/09/2026 1:00pm | 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. |
| Harry Potter Day Extravaganza! |
Dress up as your favourite Harry Potter character and enjoy Harry Potter related activities and scavenger hunt.
t: 028 9040 1365 |
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. |
| Good Relations Week Coffee Morning |
Come together for a tea, treats and a chat with your fellow library lover! Booking not required t: 028 9040 1365 |
16/10/2026 10:00am | 16/10/2026 1:00pm | 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. |
| Book Week NI Literary Scavenger Hunt |
Join us for the whole week of Book Week NI! Decipher the clues to discover new authors and books throughout our children's section. You may know and love some already! Find all the books to win your prize! Drop in any time. Booking not required e: cregagh.library@librariesni.org.uk |
19/10/2026 10:00am | 24/10/2026 1:00pm | 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. |
| Book Week NI -Literary Scavenger Hunt |
Enjoy a literary scavenger hunt for Book Week NI. Discover new and favourite authors and follow the clues to find them. Drop in any time!
t: 028 9040 1365 |
19/10/2026 11:00am | 24/10/2026 1:00pm | 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. |
| Love Your Library Day Coffee Morning |
Celebrate Love Your Library Day with a special coffee morning Booking not required t: 028 9040 1365 |
21/10/2026 10:00am | 21/10/2026 1:00pm | 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. |
| Love Your Library Day Coffee Morning |
Let's all come together to celebrate your local library on Love Your Library Day. Cregagh Library would love to show our appreciation to all of our users by offering tea and coffee.
e: cregagh.library@librariesni.org.uk |
21/10/2026 10:00am | 21/10/2026 1:00pm | 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. |
| Love Your Library Day Storytime and Craft |
Celebrate Love Your Library Day with some stories and a craft your own bookmark workshop! Booking not required t: 028 9040 1365 |
21/10/2026 3:30pm | 21/10/2026 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. |
| Love Your Library Day Storytime and Craft |
Celebrate Love Your Library Day with a special story time and a bookmark craft! Booking not required e: cregagh.library@librariesni.org.uk |
21/10/2026 3:30pm | 21/10/2026 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. |
| Positive Aging Month Coffee Morning |
Celebrate Positive Aging Month with a special coffee morning Booking not required t: 028 9040 1365 |
23/10/2026 10:30am | 23/10/2026 1:00pm | 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. |
| Spooky Halloween Storytime and Craft |
Come together this spooky season with some ghoulish stories and a creepy stone painting! Booking essential t: 028 9040 1365 |
28/10/2026 3:30pm | 28/10/2026 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. |
