Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for children under 5. 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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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.
Weekly kickboxing sessions for residents of Byker.
Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends.
Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people.
A self organising group of lads who meet weekly to plan and carry out activities.
A safe space for young people aged between 11-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
A safe space for young people aged between 11 to 16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
Our group is focused on providing sessions for German speaking families.
Free day visits for young people aged 11 to 16 from Newcastle and nearby areas
Join us for family activities for children 0-8 years
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7 to 11 year olds!
Read, play, craft and make friends at our Game Changers social club
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 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 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.
A safe space for young people aged between 11 to 16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.
Information for families on things like; benefits, housing, the law and immigration.
Support and advice with housing and benefit related issues.
Fun messy activities for children 0 to 5 years old, including gloop, playdough painting, pasta play and more!
Join us on Mondays for fun activities, crafts, songs and healthy snacks. For children aged 0 to 4 years.
Come and join us for free coffee
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.
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 in with healthy cooking activities and explore a range of play opportunities for ages 0 to 5 year olds
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are no staff at this drop in. It is self service.
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.
A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.
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.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
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 to 5 years
Enjoy this inclusive seated dance class for all abilities.
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
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).
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.
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
Bring your child along for lots of fun activities.
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