Events

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

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.

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

Stay and Play for children 0-5 years

Children under 7 years old can enjoy a range of fun activities. Children can make friends whilst parents can meet like minded parents and carers.

Come along and get moving in a fun supportive environment. Enjoy this inclusive seated dance class for all abilities. Everyone is welcome including those with multiple sclerosis. These sessions are led and taught by Hildy Harland every Monday at 12:30.   They take place in the Tesco Community Room at Tesco Extra in Kingston Park. There are accessible toilets, parking facilities, and ramped access. For more information about attending, please contact newcastlegateshead@mssociety.org.uk.   

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.

This is an outdoor group at Scotswood gardens for children aged 0-4 years.

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

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

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.

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

Each week there are activities to help little ones learn and get moving.

These free sessions are for people with a learning disability and autistic people aged 18+.

A fun sport and social activity session for adults with a disability and additional needs.

Are you aged 16 to 19 (or 25 with an EHCP). Unsure about your next steps? Pop in a chat with a Careers Advisers.

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

Our Pregnancy Social groups are relaxed, informal and friendly. A great way to meet others and get support.

Little ones are invited to cosy up while surrounded by cushions, blankets, books and sensory items.

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.

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!

The djembe, a wooden hand drum, is one of West Africa’s best known instruments. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have tried some djembe drumming workshops in school, our djembe drumming group will develop valuable musicianship through listening, learning and playing together as part of a group. 

It’s a fantastic opportunity to make music together and meet new friends from other schools.   

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.

Junior After School Group for ages 8-11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.

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

Young people come and make friends and take part in activities. Things like; sport, arts and crafts and team building.

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

A safe space for young lads aged between 10-12 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.

The perfect place to meet new friends, have fun and get free confidential advice and information

For 13-19 year olds. 'A safe space to get support from Youth Workers.'

Fun sport and friendly boccia session for SEND/disabled children and adults.

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 5 to 7 years.

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

Come along and get support and advice. For lads aged 16 + years

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

4 different sessions to attend each week.

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 6 to 12.

If you are age 11 to 18 year olds (or up 24 if you have additional needs). Come and sing with us!

Community street cricket session for children aged 8 - 15 years old.

An opportunity to learn new skills and play rugby themed games in an inclusive environment.

Enjoy playing in a band, work with professional gigging musicians and build valuable experience to get you and your band further in the music industry! Designed for young people aged 11 and upwards. 

Rehearsals take place on set Mondays during term time. For more information, please see our event calendar. For any queries, please email us.  

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.

An opportunity to learn new skills and play rugby themed games in an inclusive environment.

After School Group for ages 11-14 years. Activities include: djing & music, cooking, trips, PlayStation, pool and more

Get active with Hat-Trick at these free inclusive sessions. Have fun playing sports including football, cricket, tennis and more. For children aged 12 to 18.

Young people come and make friends and take part in activities. Things like; sport, arts and crafts and team building. For aged 11 - 16 years

For teenagers. Project workers engage with young people on the streets around Benwell