Book Week NI: a look back at the vital role libraries play in Newtownabbey

As residents celebrate Book Week NI 2023 (October 16-October 22), we took a look back through the Newtownabbey Times archive at some of the events held at libraries across the borough over the years.

Whether you use your local library to access books and resources, attend job fairs, classes such as Rhythm and Rhyme, or knitting groups, libraries play a vital role in the community.

Check out these photographs from over the years.

Hopefully they bring back some happy memories.

17. Love your library

Members of the 'Coole Readers' adult reading group at Rathcoole Library in 2007. Photo: Freddie Parkinson

18. Love your library

Zara Campbell (3), Darcey Martin (4) and Poppy Johnston (4) all enjoyed the stories at the teddy bear's picnic at Rathcoole Library in 2007. Photo: Freddie Parkinson

19. Love your library

Staff members David McIlhagger, Catherine Edwards and Rebecca McCoy took part in a murder mystery evening at Ballyclare Library in 2015. Photo: Phillip Byrne

20. Love your library

Harry and Cheryl Elliott with Benjamin, Fiona and Katie Marshall at a Rhythm and Rhyme class at Ballyclare Library in 2010. Photo: Freddie Parkinson

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