Events

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

A play and exploration session for under 5s and their grown ups

A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.

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. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Fun activities to support early language development. For 3-4 year olds.

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

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

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

Calling all men and male carers, come and join us for a fun filled session with the little ones you look after.

Baby Massage is a lovely way to enjoy time with your baby. It can help with bonding, colic, teething and circulation. Come to our friendly 5 week course. 

For children aged 0 - 6 months or pre-crawlers.

Booking is essential 07961 734298.

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.

A relaxed session for babies who haven't learnt to crawl yet.

For pre-walking babies who are finding their own unique ways to move around.

For children aged 0 - 12 months. 

Little ones are invited to cosy up while surrounded by cushions, blankets, books and sensory items.

Detached youth work in Walker

Children 8 years and over.

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

Afterschool club with free Access to IT, Internet, Table Football, Arts and Crafts

Come and join us in our creative writing club for ages 6 - 11 years

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

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

Come along and swap books and toys with your friends

Come along and swap books and toys with your friends

Would you like to learn how to make your own computers games? At Code Club you can!

Cricket sessions for families with children aged 5 to 12 years

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

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

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

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

Weekly kickboxing sessions.

Young People MUST be residents of Byker.

Just turn up, no need to book.

For ages 12 - 19 years.

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.

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.

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

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.

Jesmond Dene parkrun is a fun, free 5km.

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:

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

A social get together for warm and friendly chat while carrying out crafts

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

Join us for family activities for children