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Just in case you haven’t seen what the date is today we’re here to remind you – May the fourth be with you!

Life moves quickly. Stories don’t have to. Reading can offer a different pace — even if it’s only for ten minutes. Visit your library this week or browse online to pick up something that moves more gently.

Which are you? 😄 Choose your next read 👉 orlo.uk/bdtep

We needed a couple of days of rest after a busy Pop-Up Book Sale on Saturday in Bangor Carnegie Library! 😁 A big thank you to everyone who joined us and kept the team so busy! We hope you've enjoyed reading your new titles and your bookshelves are a little fuller 🥰

Customer Notice The Libraries NI website and Catalogue will be unavailable from 7:00am – 7:30am on Thursday 30 April to facilitate updates; the Libraries NI App will also be affected. Note that Libby will remain available during this period. We apologise for any inconvenience.

@Knocksill Hi Alison - We are hoping to have future Pop-Up Book Sales. Thanks for showing interest in it and we'll note your interest. Thanks!

@LibrariesNI Hope you’ll have a pop-up book sale in Derry at some stage!

Bangor Carnegie Library is all set up for tomorrow's Pop Up Book Sale! 📚 🛍️ Buy a tote bag (£8 members £10 non members) 📚 Fill it with books 😅 Figure out where to put them later! 📍 Bangor Carnegie Library – The Curve Gallery 🗓️ Saturday 25 April ⏰ 10:00am - 1:00pm

This week's Bookcited! podcast features UK Children's Laureate Frank Cottrell Boyce! 🎧 He joins Jillian and Sian to discuss the National Year of Reading and why books matter in the ages of screens - Listen now 👉 orlo.uk/ukUiu

It's #WorldBookNight #ReadingHour! ✨ Take some time to read and join in the conversation by telling us what you're reading 📚 #GoAllIn2026 #NationalYearofReading2026

Reading and books can open up a world of fun, enjoyment and learning. Libraries have a large selection of books for all ages, including eBooks, audio books and large print books: nidirect.gov.uk/articles/libra… #WorldBookNight @LibrariesNI @Education_NI

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek is coming up and we’ll be marking it with Time for Tea events in libraries 🫖 A chance to spend some time in your local library, have a cup of tea, and sit in good company - Find out more 👉 orlo.uk/mXJqK #LibrariesNI #TimeForTea

A recent study found that “cognitive health in later life is in part the product of lifetime exposure to cognitive enrichment.” Keeping your mind active and focused, reading and writing really does matter. Find your local library 👉 orlo.uk/VNbF0

Don’t forget your local library as a place for both parents who want to escape and students who want to study. 📝 Find your local library 👉 orlo.uk/gAhrc

Join us at 7:00pm on Thursday 23 April for #WorldBookNight #ReadingHour! ✨ Let us know what you are reading and take some time to unwind with your current book! 📚 #GoAllIn2026 #NationalYearofReading2026

Gardening books or eMagazines can help give you the right advice before you journey to the garden centre! 🪴 Check it out 👉 orlo.uk/pOM1B

The Libraries NI app, has your library barcode built in. 📱 Find out more 👉 orlo.uk/Uz08q

Have you ever imagined a tree that could take you somewhere else? Climb high enough and you might find: 🐲 dragons 🚀 space adventures 🔍 mysteries 😂 hilarious stories Sign up to be the first to hear all the details of this year's Big Summer Read 👉 orlo.uk/44scz

Today is National Pet Day! 🥰 Do you have a pet that sits on your lap every time you open a book like Max here? 🤭

If you or someone you know needs period products, you can get them for free in libraries across Northern Ireland. Further information is available at: nidirect.gov.uk/articles/free-… @LibrariesNI

Easter eggs done, Easter Monday survived…book on the shelf crying out to be lifted…if only.. You deserve it! Find a space, open that book and escape. 📖 Here are some titles just to help 👉 orlo.uk/rBiIG