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Events Coming Soon

  • Bangor Carnegie Yarnspinners with Sinead McAleavey
    Bangor Carnegie Yarnspinners with Sinead McAleavey
    Wed 09 Sept
    Bangor Carnegie Library
    Sinéad McAleavey is a gifted storyteller whose words spark connection, joy and reflection, leaving audiences inspired and reminded of the power we hold to truly listen and understand one another. Contact the library to book your place. Suggested donation £3.
  • Lisburn City Library Yarnspinners with  Maura Johnston
    Lisburn City Library Yarnspinners with  Maura Johnston
    Wed 16 Sept
    Lisburn City Library
    Storyteller, author and poet, Maura Johnston has a way with words. Her stories are grounded in this place and are sure to evoke memories of times gone by. Suggested donation £3
  • Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Colin Urwin
    Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Colin Urwin
    Thu 17 Sept
    Tullycarnet Library
    Colin Urwin is a modern-day Seanchaí. He is a folksinger, songwriter, storyteller and author. Steeped for a lifetime in the language, folklore and traditions of his beloved Glens of Antrim, Colin has long been exposed to traditional Irish and Scottish music, song and story.
  • Introduction to Storytelling at Ulster Folk Museum with Stephen O'Hara
    Introduction to Storytelling at Ulster Folk Museum with Stephen O'Hara
    Sat 19 Sept
    Ulster Folk Museum
    Explore the art of telling stories in this one-day workshop on Saturday 19th September at Ulster Folk Museum. Storyteller, Stephen O'Hara, will teach you how to structure a story effectively, creating a clear beginning, middle and end that captures and holds attention. Tickets for sale via the link.
  • Glens Storytelling Festival 2026
    Glens Storytelling Festival 2026
    Thu 08 Oct
    Location is TBD
    Join us at the Glens Storytelling Festival 2026, taking place 8th - 11th October Featuring Storytellers Eddie Lenihan, Anne Harper, Fran O’Boyle, Colin Urwin and Stephen O’Hara. Tickets will be on sale via our website.
  • Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Nuala O'Toole
    Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Nuala O'Toole
    Thu 15 Oct
    Tullycarnet Library
    With a voice that brings stories to life, Fermanagh born Nuala O'Toole has inspired audiences across Northern Ireland, adding magic to cultural events. A natural storyteller, Nuala weaves warmth, emotion and connection into every session. Her storytelling draws people in.
  • Lisburn City Library Yarnspinners with Masako Carey
    Lisburn City Library Yarnspinners with Masako Carey
    Wed 21 Oct
    Lisburn City Library
    Japanese born Storyteller, Masako Carey, has been living in rural County Antrim since 2001. She has shared stories at festivals, in schools, libraries and museums. Come hear a selection of Japanese folktales, both serious and fun. Suggested donation £3.
  • Bangor Carnegie Yarnspinners with Colin Urwin
    Bangor Carnegie Yarnspinners with Colin Urwin
    Wed 11 Nov
    Bangor Carnegie Library
    Colin Urwin is a modern-day Seanchaí, bringing the rich traditions of Ireland to life through song, story and verse. He weaves captivating ballads, tales of wonder and moving stories of remembrance that honour the lives, memories and spirit of generations past.
  • Lisburn City Library Yarnspinners with Janice Witherspoon
    Lisburn City Library Yarnspinners with Janice Witherspoon
    Wed 18 Nov
    Lisburn City Library
    Janice Witherspoon has been a professional storyteller for more than 10 years. Janice has a wide repertoire of legends and lore to share. Suggested donation £3.
  • Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Masako Carey
    Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Masako Carey
    Thu 19 Nov
    Tullycarnet Library
    Japanese born Storyteller, Masako Carey, has been living in rural County Antrim since 2001. She has shared stories at festivals, in schools, libraries and museums.  Come hear a selection of Japanese folktales, both serious and fun.
  • Bangor Carnegie Yarnspinners - Open Session
    Bangor Carnegie Yarnspinners - Open Session
    Wed 09 Dec
    Bangor Carnegie Library
    Join us for a cosy afternoon gathering of seasonal tales, poems and tunes. This month, with no featured storyteller, it's your time to shine! Share your own story, song, or poem suitable for the season. All are invited! Book your place by contacting the library.
  • Lisburn City Library Yarnspinners - Open Session
    Lisburn City Library Yarnspinners - Open Session
    Wed 16 Dec
    Lisburn City Library
    Join us for a cosy afternoon gathering of seasonal tales, poems and tunes!  This month, with no featured storyteller, it's your time to shine!  Share your own story, song, or poem suitable for the season. All are invited!
  • Tullycarnet Yarnspinners - Open Session
    Tullycarnet Yarnspinners - Open Session
    Thu 17 Dec
    Tullycarnet Library
    Join us for a cosy evening gathering of seasonal tales, poems and tunes!  This month, with no featured storyteller, it's your time to shine!  Share your own story, song, or poem suitable for the season. All are invited!
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