Events

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

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

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

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 to 16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.

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

Jesmond Dene parkrun is a fun, free 5km.

Leazes Park parkrun is a fun, free 5km.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Join us for family activities for children 0-8 years

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.

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

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 new Game Changers social club

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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 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.

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.

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 to 16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.

Children and young people with disabilities can enjoy the facilities at Tim Lamb Centre. This includes their soft play, sensory room, trampoline hall, and outdoor play garden.

A sensory storytelling play space for people with learning disabilities and their families.

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

A football programme for disabled boys and girls aged between 5 and 11. Players with many different impairments and health conditions play together.

A swim session for people with disabilities. Parents and carers are welcome.

A sensory storytelling play space for people with learning disabilities and their families.

Come and try our tasty home-made food!

Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.