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Falls Library

Falls Library, Falls Road, Belfast, BT12 6DD

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Programme at Falls Library

THU 30 JUL

  1. 10:30am

    Am Scéil le Wendy at Falls Library
    FAMILYFree

    Am Scéil le Wendy10:30am

    Falls Library

    AM SCÉIL LE WENDY FALLS ROAD LIBRARY, FALLS ROAD An interactive Irish/bilingual storytelling session for young children and families based on The Tiger Who Came to Tea. The event includes themed crafts, promotes a love of books and the Irish language, supports early communication skills and encourages children and adults to use Irish together in a fun, age-appropriate setting. Free event. Booking essential. Book: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/am-sceil-le-wendy-tickets-1989410784209?aff=oddtdtcreator Enquiries: pobal@altram.org AM SCÉIL LE WENDY LEABHARLANN BHÓTHAR NA BHFÁL, BÓTHAR NA BHFÁL Seisiún scéalaíochta Gaeilge/dátheangach idirghníomhach do pháistí óga agus do theaghlaigh a bheidh bunaithe ar The Tiger Who Came to Tea. Cuirfidh an t-imeacht an dúil i leabhair agus sa Ghaeilge chun cinn, tacóidh sé le luathscileanna cumarsáide agus spreagfaidh sé páistí agus daoine fásta an Ghaeilge atá acu a úsáid le chéile ar shuíomh spraíúil, aois-oiriúnach. Beidh ceardaíocht théamach ann chomh maith. Imeacht saor in aisce. Beidh áirithintí riachtanach. Le háit a chur in áirithe: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/am-sceil-le-wendy-tickets-1989410784209?aff=oddtdtcreator Fiosrúcháin: pobal@altram.org

WED 5 AUG

  1. 2pm

    Memories of Sevastopol Street at Falls Library
    TALKS & LECTURESFree

    Memories of Sevastopol Street2pm

    Falls Library

    he story of iconic Sevastopol Street, one of West Belfast’s best known streets will be illustrated using modern technology by archivist, musician and historian Marcas Ó Murchú. He will discuss many families, including his own The Murphys who lived at 5 Sevastopol St. since 1892 until 1985. Marcas will show many photographs and speak about his vivid recollections of the families who lived in the locality in the twentieth century. It will be hosted by the Falls Road Library, next door to where Marcas grew up in a home rich in Irish language, song and music. All former neighbours and their descendants are warmly welcomed. Free event. Register: 028 90509212 fallsroad.library@librariesni.org.uk Organised by Marcas Ó Murchú CUIMHNÍ AR SHRÁID SEIBHEÁSTOPOL LEABHARLANN BHÓTHAR NA BHFÁL, BÓTHAR NA BHFÁL Léireoidh an cartlannaí, an ceoltóir agus an staraí, Marcas Ó Murchú, scéal stair Shráid Seibheástopol aitheanta, ceann de na sráideanna is cáiliúla in Iarthar Bhéal Feirste, trí húsáid a bhaint as teicneolaíocht nua-aimseartha. Labharfaidh sé faoi chuid mhór teaghlach, a theaghlach féin, teaghlach Uí Mhurchú san áireamh, a bhí ina chónaí ag 5 Sráid Seibheástopol ó 1892 go 1985. Léireoidh Marcas cuid mhór grianghraf agus labharfaidh sé faoina chuimhní glé ar na teaghlaigh a chónaigh sa cheantar san fhicheadú haois. Beidh Leabharlann Bhóthar na bhFál, a bhí béal dorais don teach inar fhás Marcas aníos a bhí saibhir sa Ghaeilge, san amhránaíocht agus sa cheol, á óstáil. Beidh fearadh na fáilte roimh iarchomharsana agus roimh a sinsir chuig an imeacht. Imeacht saor in aisce. Clárú: 028 90509212 fallsroad.library@librariesni.org.uk

About

Falls Library

Located on the historic Falls Road, Falls Library has been at the heart of the local community for over a century, serving as a hub for learning, culture and connection in West Belfast.

The library provides access to a wide range of books, resources and community services, while also hosting exhibitions, talks, workshops and cultural events throughout the year. Its welcoming environment makes it an important gathering place for people of all ages.

Situated in an area renowned for its rich history, strong community spirit and deep cultural traditions, Falls Library continues to play a vital role in preserving and celebrating the heritage of West Belfast.

During Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, the library offers visitors an opportunity to engage with local history, language, literature and culture in one of Belfast's most significant community spaces.

A place of learning, heritage and community in the heart of West Belfast.

Opening hours

  • Monday9.30 am – 5.30 pm
  • Tuesday9.30 am – 5.30 pm
  • Wednesday9.30 am – 5.30 pm
  • Thursday9.30 am – 5.30 pm
  • Friday9.30 am – 5.30 pm
  • Saturday9.30 am – 5.30 pm
  • Sunday9.30 am – 5.30 pm

This page preserves the venue as it appeared in the Féile an Phobail 2026programme. The current shared venue profile lives on The Belfast Guide.