What's on

Come along for a chat with the Friends of Central Library as we take part in different activities and enjoy a cuppa! All welcome, including those with carers.

If you enjoy knitting, sewing or other similar crafting and would like a bit of company, then try out this welcoming group! For adults only.

Join artist Chun-Chao Chiu for the third of our seasonal workshops. For ages 14+

Sticking and gluing, colouring and crafting. Suitable for families.Free - Just turn up (occasional events may carry a small charge.)

Nursery Rhyme Trail Monday 11 to Saturday 16 November During library opening hours 9am - 7pm Monday & Thursday, 9am - 5pm Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday, 9am - 1pm Saturday For under 8s Free - just turn up

Interested in using sublimation to create personalised designs? Sign up for this session, become a MakerPlace member and learn the basics of Sublimation and heat transfer.

Songs and rhymes suitable for under 5's and their grown ups. Free - Just turn up.

Decorate a glass jar or candleholder with some festive napkins for spectacular results. No skills required. Adults only. £3 - Pre-booking essential

A monthly workshop for pianists to come together, play, learn and discuss classical pieces. Old and new members are welcome. Book online or pay at reception on arrival. Suitable for ages 14+

Meet your friends and play Minecraft. No dynamite allowed! Bring your own tablet or use one of ours (limited availability). For ages 6+. Free- Just turn up.

Meet up, enjoy some snacks and chat about books. For ages 12 - 16 years.

Songs and rhymes for under 5's and their grown ups. Free. Just turn up.

Songs and rhymes for the under 5's (term time only) With optional Toddler Time at Family Hub afterwards. Free. Just turn up.

Join Gateshead Archive staff for a sociable walk around the local area. In November we will be walking to the war graves found at Gateshead East Cemetery. Adults only

Knit and natter or craft and chat! Bring your needles and know-how or ask for help to cast on. All ages and abilities welcome. Free. Just turn up.

Chinese calligraphy and painting

With a keen eye for historic techniques and materials, the London-based American artist casts mysterious objects and ritual appurtenance from silver, gold and bronze.

Enjoy a cuppa and create some easy, effective felt gnome decorations. Adults only. £2 just turn up.

Join us to chat about books, choose what to read next and recommend some fantastic books. For ages 8-12 years. Free- Just turn up.

Join us for chat, quiz, and half-time Bovril as we discuss the footballing brothers' careers. Adults only. £2 - Pre-booking essential

Create a festive design with Canva, use the digital equipment to print this on to your own mug and ceramic coaster. Perfect for gifts or for your home. For ages 16+ £10 - pre-booking essential.

Join Meridith Towne as she battles the rain, soaks up the sun, braces for blustery winds and wraps up warm in this lively and fun costume talk on dressing for the weather.