Events

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

Cricket sessions for families with children aged 5 to 12 years

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

Join us for family activities for children

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:

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.

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

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

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

Read, play, craft and make friends at our Game Changers social club

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.

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.

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 meetup at the Alan Shearer Centre. We have exclusive access to the immersive room and 2 of their sensory rooms.

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 11-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.

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

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.

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

Come and try our tasty home-made food!

Our volunteers can help you with food and other support. Please bring proof of ID and income, and your own bags.

Support and advice with housing and benefit related issues.

Information for families on things like; benefits, housing, the law and immigration.