Events

A safe space for parents and carers. Come along, connect with others, and be part of a supportive community. Everyone is welcome!

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

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

Meet up, make friends and explore the fantastic activities on offer at the centre. For children with additional needs.

Bring your child along for lots of fun activities. Things like; painting, playdough and pasta play!

Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.

Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.

Fun activities to support early language development. For 2-3 Year Olds

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

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

A group for women in the North East aged 18+ with learning disabilities and/or autism. Make new friends, do new things and feel safe whilst doing so.

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

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.

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

Monday -  3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project

                 Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers

Tuesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Make a difference - outreach activities project

                 Session 2: Homework club

Wednesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance youth project

                  Session 2: Creative crafts

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

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

Weekly kickboxing sessions.

Young People MUST be residents of Byker.

Just turn up, no need to book.

For ages 12 - 19 years.

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

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.

A safe space for young people aged between 11-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.

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

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.

Anyone with sensory needs can enjoy Life Science Centre with reduced lighting and sound levels.

A swim session for people with disabilities. Parents and carers are welcome.

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

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

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

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

NorthCFN@newcastle.gov.uk

0191 2774100

No booking required

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

No appointment needed. Come along if you would like your baby weighed. 

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

Join us for our indoor walking session. A great session for those looking for a gentle return to exercise after injury, accident or a period of inactivity.

The perfect opportunity to come and connect with other new parents in the community as well as bond with your little one.

Stay and Play for children 0-5 years

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

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

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

A dance project for people aged 60 and over. Move, create, connect and explore movement in a welcoming and supportive space.

Open to all abilities, no experience needed

Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.

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. Early Words Together aims to support the communication, language, and early literacy of young children age 3 to 4 through evidence-based activities.

Monday -  3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project

                 Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers

Tuesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Make a difference - outreach activities project

                 Session 2: Homework club

Wednesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance youth project

                  Session 2: Creative crafts

Join us for planting and growing you own plants and vegetables, outdoor crafts and even cooking what we grow!

Dance and movement workshops for young people to express themselves, build confidence, and feel part of a community.