Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for children under 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Events
Explore What's On in Newcastle for Children, Young People and Families
Discover a wide range of activities and events happening across Newcastle — from one-off workshops to regular weekly sessions. Click on any event to find out more details and how to book your place.
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A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world.
Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends.
For guidance, advice, support with a crisis or just a chat. For ages 13 to 17 years old (or 18 if you're in full-time education) living in Newcastle and Gateshead.
Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people.
A self organising group of lads who meet weekly to plan and carry out activities.
A safe space for young people aged between 11-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
A safe space for young people aged between 11 to 16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
Our group is focused on providing sessions for German speaking families.
Free day visits for young people aged 11 to 16 from Newcastle and nearby areas
Join us for family activities for children 0-8 years
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7 to 11 year olds!
Read, play, craft and make friends at our Game Changers social club
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social club
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our Game Changers social club
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Club.
For guidance, advice, support with a crisis or just a chat. For ages 13 to 17 years old (or 18 if you're in full-time education) living in Newcastle and Gateshead.
A safe space for young people aged between 11 to 16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.
Support and advice with housing and benefit related issues.
Information for families on things like; benefits, housing, the law and immigration.
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are no staff at this drop in. It is self service.
A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.
Join us on Mondays for fun activities, crafts, songs and healthy snacks. For children aged 0 to 4 years.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Fun messy activities for children 0 to 5 years old, including gloop, playdough painting, pasta play and more!
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities and explore a range of play opportunities for ages 0 to 5 year olds
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Our group is welcoming, friendly and an inclusive mainstream session. We are open to every child that is a multiple and their familes under 5
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
The perfect opportunity to come and connect with other new parents in the community as well as bond with your little one.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Stay and Play for children 0 to 5 years
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Enjoy this inclusive seated dance class for all abilities.
Bring your child along for lots of fun activities.
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
Each week there are activities to help little ones learn and get moving.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities for children 0 to 5 (0 to 8 years in the holidays).
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
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