Events

A monthly workshops for deaf young people age 5 to 12 years. Try out writing, storytelling, acting, lighting and backstage skill.

New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.

Our group is focused on providing sessions for German speaking families.

Join us for family activities for children 0-8

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.

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.

New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.

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!

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 new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!

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 new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!

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.

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.

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

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 Clubs.

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.

Come and try our tasty home-made food! We have breakfast buns, soup, paninis, quiche, hot drinks, fresh salads and more. We can also make buffets for your parties or events – just ask us to find out more!

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

Support and advice with the following; form filling, benefits and housing issues

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.

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

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

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

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

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.

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. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

NorthCFN@newcastle.gov.uk

0191 2774100

No booking required

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.

This parent and toddler group is a welcoming and friendly group of adults for women only.

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

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

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

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

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.

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 and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).

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