Events

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

A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends, suitable for ages 5 and under.

A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

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

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for children under 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.

Drop into your local branch over half term for free spooky crafts, suitable for all the family.

Come to one of our free drop‑in sessions at family hubs.

Drop into your local branch over half term for free spooky crafts, suitable for all the family.

Drop into your local branch over half term for free spooky crafts, suitable for all the family.

Come along and chat to a Health Visitor. Ask any questions about bottle feeding , breast feeding and weaning.

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Local men making pies, having a chat, tackling isolation, boosting mental health and improving social skills.

Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.

Classes to help you get ready for baby. Labour and birth, infant feeding, baby practical and getting to know your baby.

Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.

Classes to help you get ready for baby. Labour and birth, infant feeding, baby practical and getting to know your baby.

Run in conjunction with The West End Foodbank

Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment. For parents and carers of babies 0-2 years old. 

Fun sessions and activities at Skills for People. For adults aged 18+ with a learning disability and autistic people.

Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.

A relaxed and friendly group. A great way to meet other mums and get handy tips and information.

A welcoming space to connect and play. For children aged 0 to 5 with special needs and/or disabilities. No diagnosis needed.

A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. Including music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Session 1: Make A Difference - outreach activities project

Session 2: Gaming/E-sports

Children 8 years and over.

To book contact: Siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com or Pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or call 07903 728884/07534448704

A trampoline session for people with special educational needs and disabilities. Suitable for all ages.

Our ukulele group is designed for children who may have started exploring the ukulele in school during whole class sessions.

Playing Steel Pans is a great way to make new friends & play fun songs without needing to be able to read music. For Children aged 9+

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

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs for children aged 4+

Folk Band is a mixed instrumental ensemble designed for young people aged 7 to 13.

Community street cricket session which runs every Thursday evening at NUcastle.

Junior After School Group for ages 8 to 11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.

Come and join one of our free Lego Clubs at your local library. Suitable for ages 4+, children must be supervised by a parent or carer.

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. For ages 5 to 12 years. Children under 8 must be signed in.

Come and have fun in a group that includes playing outdoors, craft and food.

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 8 to 14.

Newcastle united Foundation provides professional disability football coaching for adults and children with a range of disabilities through an inclusive approach to sport.

Girls group for 8-16 years. Sessions include crafts, activities and cooking, based on suggestions made by the group. A relaxed and supportive environment, creating a safe space for girls to come together.

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 8 to 16 year olds

For guidance, advice, support with a crisis or just a chat. For ages 13 to 17 years old (or 18 if you're in further education) living in Newcastle and Gateshead. No appointment, referral or diagnosis needed. Just come along.

Join our inclusive music-making programme for 12 to 17 year olds with SEND and their non-disabled peers. Try music technology, looping, recording and percussion to create music. No experience needed!

Come and have fun in a group that includes playing outdoors, craft and food.

Many children are known to us as they have waited years 'to turn 8'. They can also be siblings or children of those we have worked with over the years. Most attend local primary schools. New members are always welcome.

Youth sessions for children aged 6 to 11 and not yet in secondary school

A safe space for girls aged between 10 to 16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

A safe, supportive space for neurodivergent young people. Meet others, build confidence and enjoy activities such as arts and crafts, cooking, games and trips.