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Emerald Explorers: Creative Walk with Jyl Friggens and John Quinn Events and Activities Join artists Jyl Friggens and John Quinn for a slow-paced walk from the library to Oliver Henderson Park with creative activities along the way. There will be refreshments and further activities on returning to the library. No experience necessary. Please wear suitable clothing for the weather and
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£5 - PRE-BOOKING ESSENTIAL PolinaIvanova@gateshead.gov.uk

Leam Lane, Wrekenton Arts / Crafts / Photography, Cycling / Walking, Outdoor Activities, Visits / Trips, Adults
Be Appy: An Introduction to Apps Events and Activities It's get online week! We want to help you discover free apps for all different interests and hobbies. Wellbeing, photo editing and Borrowbox are just some of the many free apps available for smart devices.
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Free crawcrooklibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
0191 4338364
Crawcrook Hobbies and Interests, Computers and mobile phones, Adults
Make it a Gift? Santa Socks Events and Activities Create your own personalised design on Canva to decorate a pair of socks, perfect for you or a gift. Click and drag skills with a computer mouse are essential. Fore ages 8 - 15 years. Pre-Booking essential
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£6 crawcrooklibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
0191 4338364
Crawcrook Hobbies and Interests, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Children, Young People
Big Garden Birdwatch Events and Activities Come along a create your very own garden bird to take home. Suitable for families.
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Free chopwelllibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
01207 561379
Blackhall Mill, Chopwell Hobbies and Interests, Animals / Pets / Wildlife, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Adults, Children, Families
Art Diamonds: Play with Photography and Sculpture with Damien Wootten Events and Activities If you are retired, like being creative, and want to learn new skills, in this photographic workshop, Gateshead-based photographer Damien Wootten will be using the many wonderful sculptures in Saltwell Park as inspiration. You will look at different ways to compose and experiment in taking images
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£5 - PRE-BOOKING ESSENTIAL PolinaIvanova@gateshead.gov.uk

Bensham, Saltwell Hobbies and Interests, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Outdoor Activities, Older People
Crafternoon: Mindful Lines Events and Activities Doodle your way to calm with this easy technique. No artistic talent needed! Hot drink and chat while we doodle the afternoon away. Adults only. Just turn up.
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Free chopwelllibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
01207 561379
Blackhall Mill, Chopwell Hobbies and Interests, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Adults
Sculpture Fest Walk and Talk along Gateshead Riverside Events and Activities Enjoy a sculpture walk and talk along the Gateshead Riverside with artist Colin Rose. This event is for adults only. Join artist Colin Rose and public art consultant Anna Pepperall to visit and learn more about some of the sculptures along Gateshead Riverside, including the Rolling Moon by Colin. We
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Free - PRE-BOOKING ESSENTIAL PolinaIvanova@gateshead.gov.uk

Dunston, Teams Arts / Crafts / Photography, Cycling / Walking, Events / Festivals / Fairs, Outdoor Activities, Visits / Trips, Health and Wellbeing, Adults
Festive Wrapping Events and Activities Make your own wrapping paper using our Christmas stamps and paints to turn a sheet of brown paper into something unique. Suitable for families. Just turn up.
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Free chopwelllibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
01201 561379
Blackhall Mill, Chopwell Arts / Crafts / Photography, Children, Families
Pine Cone Christmas Trees Events and Activities Kids will love making these adorable mini decorated Christmas trees out of pine cones and pom poms. Free - just turn up.
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Free chopwelllibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
01207 561379
Blackhall Mill, Chopwell Arts / Crafts / Photography, Children, Families
Crafternoon: Hat Cosy Decorations Events and Activities Deck the table with this easy festive craft decoration. Have a hot drink and a chat while we craft. Adults only. Free - just turn up.
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Free chopwelllibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
01207 561379
Blackhall Mill, Chopwell Hobbies and Interests, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Adults
Tech4Communities has launched in Gateshead Services Tech4Communities has launched in Gateshead with Connected Voice’s Gateshead Digital Inclusion Project and a network of local libraries and community organisations at its heart. Sixteen drop-off points are now open for residents and small businesses to donate unused laptops, tablets, and phones. Each Alessandra.Mondin@ConnectedVoice.org.uk

Bensham, Birtley, Blaydon, Chopwell, Crawcrook, Dunston, Gateshead Town Centre, Gateshead Wide, Leam Lane, Low Fell, Pelaw, Rowlands Gill, Teams, Whickham Money Matters, Computers and mobile phones, Community Development
Monthly Ceilidh at Gateshead Masonic Hall Events and Activities Monthly Ceilidhs at Gateshead Masonic Hall Our monthly ceilidh nights are open to all, whether you’re a complete beginner or a more experienced ceilidh dancer. Held on the SECOND Tuesday of every month 2025 dates: 14 October, 11 November and 9 December Our Tyneside Ceilidh Nights ceilidhs are held
monthly on Tuesday, but only the second instance of this set, starting from Tuesday, October 14, 2025 - 7:00pm, forever
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£7 adults, £3 6-17 years (under 6s free of charge). All children must be accompanied by an adult. rachael@redheughers.org.uk

07301 042 745 		Bensham, Bridges, Gateshead Town Centre Hobbies and Interests, Music / Film / Dance / Drama, Sport, Health and Wellbeing, Keep Fit / Exercise, Everyone
Cheeki Monkeys BIG Baby & Children’s Market Events and Activities Pop-up Baby & Children’s Market/Event and Fun Family Day Out Saturday 27th September 2025 10am-1pm Emma Hall, B6317, Ryton, NE40 4UQ The place where "Smart Parents" shop! SAVE up to 90% on quality pre-loved goods! Plenty to keep the little ones amused Games Lucky Lollies Sensory Area Colouring
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FREE ENTRY amy3.cheekimonkeys@gmail.com

07464047273 		Blaydon, Ryton Money Matters, Events / Festivals / Fairs, Everyone
Cheeki Monkeys BIG Baby & Children’s Market Events and Activities Pop-up Baby & Children’s Market/Event and Fun Family Day Out Saturday 20th September 2025 10am-1pm Molly's Bar, Rowlands Gill, NE39 1QG The place where "Smart Parents" shop! SAVE up to 90% on quality pre-loved goods! Plenty to keep the little ones amused Games Lucky Lollies Sensory Area Colouring
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FREE ENTRY amy3.cheekimonkeys@gmail.com

07464047273 		High Spen, Highfield, Rowlands Gill Events / Festivals / Fairs, Everyone
Rhymetime for National Baby Week Events and Activities Rhymetime session with songs, rhymes, rhythm and movement, suitable for 0-5 years. Free - just turn up.
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Free chopwelllibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
01207 561 379
Blackhall Mill, Chopwell Events / Festivals / Fairs, Children
Crafternoon: Felt Garland Events and Activities Join us for a simple no sew craft and chat over a hot drink. Adults only.
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Free chopwelllibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
01207 561 379
Blackhall Mill, Chopwell Hobbies and Interests, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Adults
No Disposable Cup Day Events and Activities Bring your own mug and enjoy a hot drink while you linger in the library. Free - just turn up.
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Free chopwelllibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
01207 561 379
Chopwell Climate / Environment, Events / Festivals / Fairs, Adults
Cinemas of Gateshead Events and Activities Do you enjoy films, and do you enjoy talking about them? If so, then this could be right up your street! Adults only.
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Free chopwelllibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
01207 561 379
Blackhall Mill, Chopwell Events / Festivals / Fairs, Music / Film / Dance / Drama, Adults
Spooktacular Crafts Events and Activities A bat-tastic session full of spooky crafts and activities. Age 5+ years.
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Free chopwelllibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
01207 561 379
Blackhall Mill, Chopwell Hobbies and Interests, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Children, Families
Fangtastic Illusions Events and Activities Create some simple optical illusions with a hologram using our tablets. Ages 7-10 years.
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Free chopwelllibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
01207 561 379
Chopwell Arts / Crafts / Photography, Computers and mobile phones, Children
Get Batty - Saturday Craft Club Events and Activities Get ready to send shivers down your spine with our creepy bat crafts to celebrate 'bat appreciation week'. Suitable for families.
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Free chopwelllibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
01207 561 379
Chopwell Hobbies and Interests, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Children, Families, Young People
Be Appy: An Introduction to Apps Events and Activities We want to help you discover free apps for all different interests and hobbies. Wellbeing, photo editing and Borrowbox are just some of the many free apps available for smart devices.
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Free blaydonlibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
0191 433 6201
Blaydon Hobbies and Interests, Computers and mobile phones, Adults
MakerPlace Workshop: Art Inspired for Adults Events and Activities Create your own art inspired designs and learn more about AI (Artificial Intelligence) generated images with Canva. Have your designs heat transferred onto a tote bag.
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£8 blaydonlibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
0191 433 6201
Blaydon Hobbies and Interests, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Adults
Big Garden Birdwatch Events and Activities Come along a create your very own garden bird to take home. Suitable for families.
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Free blaydonlibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
0191 433 6201
Blaydon Hobbies and Interests, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Children, Families, Young People
Crafternoon: Pine Cone Flowers Events and Activities Pinecones are not just for Christmas. Join us for a simple craft and chat over a hot drink. Adults only.
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Free blaydonlibrary@gateshead.gov.uk
0191 433 6201
Blaydon Hobbies and Interests, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Adults