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An exhibition by Jane Gower, Omi Pharncote and Jenny Purrett. The three artists connect with the landscape and each other through walking, drawing and making. Free Entry. The Gallery is open during normal library opening hours.
Interested in using 3D printers? Sign up for this session, become a MakerPlace member and learn the basics of 3D design. This session will also cover the safe use of the 3D printers and how you can use them independently. Adults only
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5 spaces availableCost £8.00
Songs and rhymes suitable for under 5's and their grown ups. Free. Just turn up.
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Find out about our collection of historic Ordnance Survey maps of Gateshead Borough, how to use and find them and what they can tell you about the past. Adults only.
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Songs and rhymes suitable for under 5's and their grown ups. Free - Just turn up.
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Learn Mandarin
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Reading Groups are a great way to meet people who enjoy talking about books. It's a perfect way to recommend books to others and discover new authors. Join us on the first Monday of the month at 2pm. A small annual subscription fee applies.
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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.
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Join us for fun activities focused on the outdoors, nature and books. Suitable for ages 5 - 7.
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While Birtley Library is under refurbishment we will be delivering Rhymetime at Birtley Family Hub (Harras Bank). 9.30am - 10am. Free- Just turn up.
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Using Thomas Bewick wood engraved illustrations as inspiration, create your own personalised design and have it heat transferred onto a tote bag. Perfect for you or as a gift. For ages 16+
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Songs and rhymes for the under 5's (term time only) With optional Toddler Time at Family Hub afterwards. Free. Just turn up.
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Learn Tai Chi!
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Sharing books and stories with young children can help to build good language and listening skills and give them a head start when they begin school. Suitable for under 5s.
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A monthly art club at Staiths Cafe! Join gardener and planting designer, Vicki Spong (Spong Studio) for an evening of creating your own indoor garden in a bowl. Adults only.
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This session will also cover the safe use of the laser cutter and how you can use it independently. Adults only. Participants must have basic keyboard and mouse skills.
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4 spaces availableCost £8.00
Join library staff in creating collages inspired by the Derwent Valley. Use images from the Gibside Estate, local wildlife and other recognisable landmarks to make your creations. All materials provided. Adults only.
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10 spaces availableCost £2.00
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.
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These simple wooden heart decorations are ideal to play with the bold patterns and colours of chiyogami paper. Adults only.
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6 spaces availableCost £4.00
Library staff will guide you through the basics of linoprinting with all tools provided. Suitable for adults only.
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5 spaces availableCost £6.00
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.
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Create wonderful wooden hearts to accessorise and decorate. Suitable for families. £2 - Pre-booking essential
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