Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Events
Explore What's On in Newcastle for Children, Young People and Families
Discover a wide range of activities and events happening across Newcastle — from one-off workshops to regular weekly sessions. Click on any event to find out more details and how to book your place.
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A play and exploration session for under 5s and their grown ups
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.
A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.
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.
Our Pregnancy Social groups are relaxed, informal and friendly. A great way to meet others and get support.
Calling all men and male carers, come and join us for a fun filled session with the little ones you look after.
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.
Little ones are invited to cosy up while surrounded by cushions, blankets, books and sensory items.
Afterschool club with free Access to IT, Internet, Table Football, Arts and Crafts
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
Come along and swap books and toys with your friends
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 and join us in our creative writing club for ages 6 - 11 years
Would you like to learn how to make your own computers games? At Code Club you can!
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make 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
Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people.
Family fun club Arts and Crafts session
A self organising group of lads who meet weekly to plan and carry out activities.
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!
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.
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.
Our group is focused on providing sessions for German speaking families.
Come and build your skills and find pathways to new careers.
Sensory and soft play fun. Suitable for ages 5 and under.
A group aimed at children with disabilities aged 5 to 13. Enjoy fun activities with others.
Join us for family activities for children
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.
New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.
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.
Printed on April 27th 2026