Newcastle Library

Newcastle Library

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📢CUSTOMER NOTICE: Local Libraries Return to Winter Opening Hours📢

Winter opening hours are in operation across the network of libraries from Monday 1 September, with late nights available once again for customers.

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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
ASD Session  

Session for ASD children and family members to play games and meet other parents and children.

 

Every fortnight on a Monday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

Please check with the library for dates.
For children aged 4 and over accompanied by an adult.
Booking not required.

 12/05/2025 3:00pm 22/06/2026 4:00pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Lego Club  

Every Tuesday from 3:30pm - 4:30pm for children aged 7 - 11 years, children must be accompanied by an adult.

 

ASD friendly sessions will be available every second Monday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm for children aged 4 and over.

 

t: 028 4372 2710

 13/05/2025 3:30pm 23/06/2026 4:30pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Knit and Natter  
Every Thursday from 11:00am - 12:00noon

Knit and Natter groups are for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. They are free of charge to attend and participants have the opportunity to share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Members can bring along a project they are already working on or can start something new.
 15/05/2025 11:00am 25/06/2026 12 noon See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Rhythm and Rhyme  
Every Friday from 10:45am - 11:15am.
 
Booking is essential and opens on Wednesday from 11:30am for each week’s session as places are limited.
Rhythm and Rhyme is an exciting free programme to introduce children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories in the library. 
 
Each session provides an entertaining opportunity for children to engage with others, and offers a foundation for developing reading, listening and language skills in a fun and entertaining way.
 
 16/05/2025 10:45am 26/06/2026 11:15am See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Puzzles and Games for Adults  

Every Monday from 10:00am - 12 noon.

 

Everyone welcome.

 09/06/2025 10:00am 22/06/2026 12 noon See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Tea and Newspapers  
Every Wednesday from 10:00am - 12 noon.

Tea and Newspapers groups give adults the opportunity to meet new people, socialise and discuss local and national affairs in the newspapers while enjoying complimentary tea/coffee and biscuits.
 11/06/2025 10:00am 24/06/2026 12 noon See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Saturday Storytime  

Every Saturday from 11:00am - 11:30am.

For children aged 4-8 years accompanied by an adult.

 

 

 

 14/06/2025 11:00am 20/06/2026 11:30am See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Roald Dahl Day - Storytime and Craft  

A Celebration of the works of Roald Dahl with a story followed by a craft session.
For children aged 4-11 years.
Booking not required.

 13/09/2025 11:00am 13/09/2025 12:30pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Pirates and Places  

Celebrating international talk like a pirate day a fun scavenger hunt for pirate items and stories.
For children aged 4-11 years.
Booking not required.

 20/09/2025 11:00am 20/09/2025 12:30pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Macmillan Coffee Morning  

Come along for a cuppa and some cake in aid of a wonderful organisation that has helped those affected by cancer. 

 26/09/2025 11:00am 27/09/2025 1:00pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.