Holywood Arches Library
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Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
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| Tea and Newspapers |
Every Monday from 10:00am - 12 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. |
27/04/2026 10:00am | 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. |
| Chess Club |
Monday from 3:30pm – 5:00pm |
27/04/2026 3:30pm | 28/06/2027 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. |
| Storytime |
Every Tuesday from 3:30pm - 4:00pm Storytime develops children’s listening skills, inspires their creativity, and feeds their imagination. Storytime will introduce your children to new books and authors and will nourish their love for reading.
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28/04/2026 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. |
| Knit and Natter |
Every Thursday from 10:30am - 12:00noon. Knit and Natter groups are for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch, and other crafts. Swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills, all with complementary tea and coffee. Members can bring along a project they are already working on or can start something new. |
30/04/2026 10:30am | 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 Monday and Friday from 10:30am - 11:00am. 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! Booking advisable – call 028 9050 9216 |
01/05/2026 10:30am | 28/06/2027 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 |
First Saturday of the month from 11:00am - 12:00noon.
Join us for some Lego building fun.
t: 028 9050 9216 |
02/05/2026 11:00am | 05/06/2027 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. |
| Game On |
Game On is our brand new games club for children aged 7-11. Join us on the first Friday of every month for an afternoon of teamwork, problem solving, and lots of fun. |
04/09/2026 3:30pm | 05/03/2027 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. |
| Splenderifous Stories |
Celebrate Roald Dahl Day at Holywood Arches with a splenderifous interactive Storytime! Children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult Booking essential t: 028 9050 9216 |
15/09/2026 3:30pm | 15/09/2026 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 |
Support the wonderful work of Macmillan Cancer Support by popping in to our coffee morning at Holywood Arches Library and leaving a donation. |
25/09/2026 10:00am | 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. |
| The Shared Page |
Perhaps reading isn't as easy as it once was. Maybe your eyesight has changed. Perhaps you find it easier to listen than to read. Or maybe you simply enjoy sharing stories with others. Whatever your reason, you'll find a warm welcome at The Shared Page. Listen to a poem or story read aloud, enjoy a cup of tea and join the conversation, or simply relax and listen. No pressure to read aloud. t:028 9050 9216 |
25/09/2026 2:00pm | 27/08/2027 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. |
| Save the Bees |
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! Children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult. Booking advisable
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29/09/2026 3:30pm | 29/09/2026 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. |
| Calming Skills Workshop |
Learn practical ways to help manage stress, worry and anxiety at a free workshop delivered by Belfast Trust Health Improvement Team. Suitable for adults aged 18 and over.
t:028 9050 9216 |
06/10/2026 6:00pm | 06/10/2026 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. |
| Colour Café |
Colouring, conversation, and a cuppa. Everyone is welcome at our Colour Café. Everything you need is provided. We would love to see you there. Booking not required. t: 028 9050 9216 e: holywoodarches.library@librariesni.org.uk |
14/10/2026 10:00am | 14/10/2026 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. |
| Collage Characters |
Join us for a special Book Week Storytime and craft session! Take inspiration from some of our favourite stories and create the hero of your own story by making a cut and paste character collage. |
20/10/2026 3:30pm | 20/10/2026 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. |
