Events

Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends.

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world.

Cricket sessions for families with children aged 5 to 12 years

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.

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people.

Family fun club Arts and Crafts session

This fun and social youth group is for young disabled adults aged 18 and over.

An inclusive, powerful rock choir for ages 12 plus including adults and families at True Colours Theatre!

Inclusive, sensory Stay & Play session for children with additional needs. Enhance your child's physical, cognitive and social development in a relaxed environment.

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.

Youth sessions for children aged 11+ who have started secondary school

A safe space for young people aged between 11-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.

Leazes Park parkrun is a fun, free 5km.

Children aged up to 7 with Down's Syndrome can have fun playing, singing and snacking.

Jesmond Dene parkrun is a fun, free 5km.

A monthly workshops for deaf young people age 5 to 12 years. Try out writing, storytelling, acting, lighting and backstage skill.

New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.

Our group is focused on providing sessions for German speaking families.

Sensory and soft play fun. Suitable for ages 5 and under.

Free day visits for young people aged 11-16 from Newcastle and nearby areas

Join us for a fun, hands-on adventure at Ouseburn Farm! Each week, small groups of young people will spend a day discovering life on our working city farm - meeting the animals, getting stuck into gardening, and exploring the outdoors.

You’ll get the chance to:

Join us for family activities for children

Come and build your skills and find pathways to new careers.

A group aimed at children with disabilities aged 5 to 13. Enjoy fun activities with others.

Visitors with autism or sensory needs can visit during quiet hour. We avoid making any excess noise to make the library quieter and calmer.

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.

New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.

Grab one of our bug hunting kits and become a bug explorer! For children and adults with disabilities, and their families.

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 Clubs.

Read, play, craft and make friends at our Game Changers social club

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

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 new Game Changers social club

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.

Free swimming lessons for children and young people with SEND living in Newcastle.

A family friendly and inclusive outdoor activity session. Enjoy art, music and movement surrounded by nature. For disabled and non-disabled children and their families.

A meetup at the Alan Shearer Centre. We have exclusive access to the immersive room and 2 of their sensory rooms.

Inclusive and supportive sessions for children and young people aged 8 to 18 with a learning disability.

A dazzling production of the cult classic, Little Shop of Horrors. The deliciously dark and delightfully tongue-in-cheek musical that’s charmed audiences for over 40 years.

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.

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

Come and join in the fun with a game of Bingo!

A safe space for young people aged between 11-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.