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177 approved listings over the next two weeks.

Friday 30 October 0 listings

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Saturday 31 October 24 listings

Morning 13

09:00

Pumpkin Patch City Hall

City Hall grounds · Family
Buy tickets for a pumpkin-filled adventure. Children and adults can choose from over 1,000 pumpkins. During the events, there will be ample space and time to pick the perfect pumpkin. Pumpkin Patch tickets There are three types of ticket: child ticket for children aged between two and 18 years old, this ticket includes a pumpkin to take home adult ticket for over 18 years old, this ticket includes a pumpkin to take home general entry ticket to attend the event but doesn't include a pumpkin Admission is free for children under two years old. You can buy tickets on Belfast One (link opens in new window) from Thursday 8 October at 10am.
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10:00

Fangtastic Fun

2 Royal Avenue · Family · Games & social · Workshops & classes
Belfast BID One Enjoy a Spooktacular weekend at 2 Royal Avenue filled with Halloween fun and surprises. Take part in pumpkin decorating, monster mask craft workshop, spooky storytelling, facepainting, walkabout characters and a Halloween disco. You might even spot a monster outside... Free. Find out more here
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10:30

Rhythm and Rhyme (Saturday)

Lisburn City Library · Lisburn · Family
Every Saturday from 10:30am - 11:00am Drop in session - no booking 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. Ask staff for details t: 028 9266 9345 e: lisburncity.library@librariesni.org.uk
Freeaged 0 - 4 yearsVenue listing
10:30

Spooky Stories and Creations

Suffolk Library · West Belfast · Family
Celebrate Halloween with us at Suffolk Library! Stay for some spooky treats with some lovely stories and create your own puppet to take home - you can make skeletons, witches, vampires and everything in between. There is something for everyone! Booking not required t: 028 9050 9235 e: Suffolk.library@librariesni.org.uk
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11:00

Monster Mash: Halloween Special

The MAC · City centre · Family
Details Get ready to Monster Mash at the MAC this Halloween! Bring the whole family along for a spooktacular morning packed with fun, creativity and entertainment. Enjoy exciting circus performances, magical storytelling and hands-on Halloween arts and crafts for little monsters of all ages. Children can also get into the Halloween spirit with spooky face painting and plenty of opportunities to make, play and explore. Come dressed up in your favourite Halloween costume and join us for a monstrously good time at the MAC!
FreeVenue listing
11:00

Storytime

Newtownbreda Library · South Belfast · Family
Every Saturday from 11:00am - 11:30am. Book on the Monday prior to the session. 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.
aged 4 - 8 yearsVenue listing
11:30

Saturday Storytime

Suffolk Library · West Belfast · Family
Every Saturday from 11:30am. 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.
aged 4 - 8 yearsVenue listing

Afternoon 4

12:00

Quiet Hour Lego

Glengormley Library · Newtownabbey · Family
Come along and enjoy a quiet hour Lego with sensory play in mind. Stay for a bit of play and enjoy the sensory equipment available. Socialise with other parents, carers and guardians after and enjoy. Meets the Last Saturday of every month. Booking Essential. t: 028 9083 3797 e: glengormley.library@librariesni.org.uk
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13:00

Haunted Hallowe'en Hunt & Paper Pumpkin Crafting

Belfast Central Library · Family
Create your own Hallowe'en paper pumpkins and take part in our haunted Hallowe'en hunt. Children are welcome to take home their creations. All materials are supplied by the library. Costumes greatly encouraged! Event is suitable from age 4. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Booking not essential. Make sure to check out our other Hallowe'en events this week! t: 028 9050 9150 e: Belfast_Central_Library@librariesni.org.uk
age 4; Children require an accompanying adultVenue listing
14:00

Lego Club

Belfast Central Library · Family
Every Saturday from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Booking not required. Come along to have Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build Lego. Duplo is available for younger children.
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Tonight 1

17:00

Dia de los Muertos

Various streets in Cathedral Quarter · Family
Experience a vibrant Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) event with giant characters, stilt walkers, a sugar skull float and some surprises. The event will feature: live music dancers drummers fire performers, and colourful street entertainment. Performances will take place across Hill Street, Commercial Court, Cotton Court and St Anne's Square. The skull procession starts in Hill Street at 7pm. To read event information, go to Día de los Muertos (link opens in new window). This free event is presented by ArtsEkta and Cathedral Quarter BID.
FreeVenue listing

Monday 2 November 15 listings

Morning 3

10:00

Rhythm and Rhyme (Monday)

Lisburn City Library · Lisburn · Family
Every Monday from 10:00am - 10:30am. Booking is essential; phone from 9:00am on the Friday before event. Rhythm and Rhyme sessions introduce parents and children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories; children must be accompanied by an adult.
aged 0 - 4 years; Children require an accompanying adultVenue listing
10:30

Parent Toddler Group

Chichester Library · North Belfast · Family
This event takes place every Monday. It provides an opportunity for parents, guardians, grandparents or Childminders to socialise with each other in a library setting over a cup of tea and a biscuit. No booking required; suitable for children 0-3 years (accompanied by an adult). Contact for more information: Eamonn Lynch t: 028 9050 9210 e: Chichester.library@librariesni.org.uk
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Afternoon 4

14:30

Rhythm and Rhyme

Finaghy Library · South Belfast · Family
Every Monday from 2:30pm - 3:00pm. Booking essential. 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!
aged 0 - 4 yearsVenue listing
15:00

Homework Club

Lisburn City Library · Lisburn · Family
The library offers a dedicated space for children to complete their homework. Please note this is not a staff led activity. Every Monday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm No booking required t: 028 9266 9345 e: lisburncity.library@librariesni.org.uk
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Tuesday 3 November 11 listings

Morning 1

Afternoon 3

15:30

Junior Reading Group

Glengormley Library · Newtownabbey · Family
Like books? Love Reading? Join our Junior Book Club for children aged 9-11. First Tuesday of the month from 3:30pm – 4:30pm. No need to book just come along. Junior Reading Groups are 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.
for children aged 9-11Venue listing

Wednesday 4 November 13 listings

Morning 1

Afternoon 7

12:30

Rhythm and Rhyme

Whiterock Library · West Belfast · Family
Every Wednesday at 12:30pm 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!
aged 0 - 4 yearsVenue listing
14:30

Storytime (Wednesdays)

Lisburn City Library · Lisburn · Family
Takes place on Wednesday each week. 2:30pm – 3:00pm 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. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
aged 4 - 8 years; Children require an accompanying adultVenue listing
15:15

Junior Reading Group

Woodstock Library · East Belfast · Family
First Wednesday of the month from 3:15pm - 4:00pm. For children aged 7 - 9 years old. Junior Reading Groups are 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. Booking is essential. t: 028 9050 9239 e: woodstock.library@librariesni.org.uk
For children aged 7 - 9 yearsVenue listing

Tonight 1

17:30

Rhythm and Rhyme

Dundonald Library · Dundonald · East Belfast · Family
First Wednesday of the month from 5:30pm - 6:00pm 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 t: 028 9048 3994 e: dundonald.library@librariesni.org.uk
aged 0 - 4 yearsVenue listing

Thursday 5 November 7 listings

Morning 2

Afternoon 3

15:00

Storytime

Whiterock Library · West Belfast · Family
Every Thursday from 3:00pm - 3:30pm. 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. Everyone welcome.
aged 4 - 8 yearsVenue listing

Friday 6 November 19 listings

Morning 1

Afternoon 7

12:30

Rhythm and Rhyme

Whiterock Library · West Belfast · Family
Every Friday at 12:30pm 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!
aged 0 - 4 yearsVenue listing
14:00

Lego and Duplo Club

Dundonald Library · Dundonald · East Belfast · Family
Every Friday from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. B ooking is advisable. For children aged 3 and over for the Duplo Club and children aged 6 and over for the Lego Club ; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Come along to have Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.
For children aged 3 and overVenue listing
15:30

Children's Storytime

Woodstock Library · East Belfast · Family
Fridays 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.
aged 4 - 8 yearsVenue listing
15:30

Storytime

Suffolk Library · West Belfast · Family
Every Friday 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. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
aged 4 - 8 years; Children require an accompanying adultVenue listing

Saturday 7 November 18 listings

Morning 8

10:30

Rhythm and Rhyme (Saturday)

Lisburn City Library · Lisburn · Family
Every Saturday from 10:30am - 11:00am Drop in session - no booking 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. Ask staff for details t: 028 9266 9345 e: lisburncity.library@librariesni.org.uk
Freeaged 0 - 4 yearsVenue listing
11:00

Storytime

Newtownbreda Library · South Belfast · Family
Every Saturday from 11:00am - 11:30am. Book on the Monday prior to the session. 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.
aged 4 - 8 yearsVenue listing
11:30

Saturday Storytime

Suffolk Library · West Belfast · Family
Every Saturday from 11:30am. 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.
aged 4 - 8 yearsVenue listing

Afternoon 1

14:00

Lego Club

Belfast Central Library · Family
Every Saturday from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Booking not required. Come along to have Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build Lego. Duplo is available for younger children.
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Monday 9 November 15 listings

Morning 3

10:00

Rhythm and Rhyme (Monday)

Lisburn City Library · Lisburn · Family
Every Monday from 10:00am - 10:30am. Booking is essential; phone from 9:00am on the Friday before event. Rhythm and Rhyme sessions introduce parents and children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories; children must be accompanied by an adult.
aged 0 - 4 years; Children require an accompanying adultVenue listing
10:30

Parent Toddler Group

Chichester Library · North Belfast · Family
This event takes place every Monday. It provides an opportunity for parents, guardians, grandparents or Childminders to socialise with each other in a library setting over a cup of tea and a biscuit. No booking required; suitable for children 0-3 years (accompanied by an adult). Contact for more information: Eamonn Lynch t: 028 9050 9210 e: Chichester.library@librariesni.org.uk
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Afternoon 4

14:30

Rhythm and Rhyme

Finaghy Library · South Belfast · Family
Every Monday from 2:30pm - 3:00pm. Booking essential. 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!
aged 0 - 4 yearsVenue listing
15:00

Homework Club

Lisburn City Library · Lisburn · Family
The library offers a dedicated space for children to complete their homework. Please note this is not a staff led activity. Every Monday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm No booking required t: 028 9266 9345 e: lisburncity.library@librariesni.org.uk
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Tuesday 10 November 11 listings

Morning 2

11:30

Sensory Stay and Play Club

Glengormley Library · Newtownabbey · Family
Come along to our Sensory Stay and Play club which is our new Quiet Hour Storytime in Glengormley Library. Enjoy a Sensory Story with library staff and stay for a bit of play. Socialise with other parents, carers and guardians after and enjoy. Meets the Second Tuesday of every month. Booking Essential. t: 028 9083 3797 e: glengormley.library@librariesni.org.uk
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Afternoon 2

15:30

Reading Gang

Dundonald Library · Dundonald · East Belfast · Family
Second Tuesday of each month from 3:30pm - 4:15pm. Junior Reading Groups are 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. For Children aged 9-11 children must be accompanied by an adult.
For Children aged 9-11; Children require an accompanying adultVenue listing

Wednesday 11 November 10 listings

Morning 1

Afternoon 5

12:30

Rhythm and Rhyme

Whiterock Library · West Belfast · Family
Every Wednesday at 12:30pm 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!
aged 0 - 4 yearsVenue listing
14:30

Storytime (Wednesdays)

Lisburn City Library · Lisburn · Family
Takes place on Wednesday each week. 2:30pm – 3:00pm 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. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
aged 4 - 8 years; Children require an accompanying adultVenue listing

Thursday 12 November 7 listings

Morning 2

Afternoon 3

15:00

Storytime

Whiterock Library · West Belfast · Family
Every Thursday from 3:00pm - 3:30pm. 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. Everyone welcome.
aged 4 - 8 yearsVenue listing
15:30

Junior Reading Gang

Dundonald Library · Dundonald · East Belfast · Family
Second Thursday of each month from 3:30pm - 4:15pm. Junior Reading Groups are 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. For Children aged 7- 9 children must be accompanied by an adult.
For Children aged 7- 9; Children require an accompanying adultVenue listing