Fun messy activities for children 0 to 5 years old, including gloop, playdough painting, pasta play and more!
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This parent and toddler group is a welcoming and friendly group of adults for women only.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
A friendly group for carers of young children under 5. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
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.
Come and join us for free coffee
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers, young children and babies under the age of 5.
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 of young children under the age of 5. There is music and things to get young ones moving.
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 and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
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.
A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.
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.
A relaxed and friendly group. A great way to meet other mums and get handy tips and information.
Call in and chat about your application to Newcastle Homes. Things like banding or uploading documents to your application.
Pre-school aged disabled children can enjoy the soft play, sensory room, trampoline hall, and outdoor play at Tim Lamb Children's Centre.
Come along and try a range of adapted bikes. Learn to cycle and ride in a safe environment both indoor and outdoor. For adults with disabilities.
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.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for children under 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
The perfect opportunity to come and connect with other new parents in the community as well as bond with your little one.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Enjoy this inclusive seated dance class for all abilities.
Fun outdoor adventures for children aged 0 to 5 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
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).
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack. Early Words Together is also delivered at this group.
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities for children 0 to 5 (0 to 8 years in the holidays).
Each week there are activities to help little ones learn and get moving.
These free sessions are for people with a learning disability and autistic people aged 18+.
A fun sport and social activity session for adults with a disability and additional needs.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for ages 0 to 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Are you aged 16 to 19 (or 25 with an EHCP). Unsure about your next steps? Pop in a chat with a Careers Advisers.
Little ones are invited to cosy up while surrounded by cushions, blankets, books and sensory items.
Our Pregnancy Social groups are relaxed, informal and friendly. A great way to meet others and get support.
Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project
Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers
Children 8 years and over.
To book contact: Siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com or Pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or call 07903 728884/07534448704
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7 to 11 year olds!
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Join us for planting and growing you own plants and vegetables, outdoor crafts and even cooking what we grow!
A safe space for young lads aged between 10-12 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
Printed on May 14th 2026