What's on

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.

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

Learn Tai Chi!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

These simple wooden heart decorations are ideal to play with the bold patterns and colours of chiyogami paper. Adults only.

Library staff will guide you through the basics of linoprinting with all tools provided. Suitable for adults only.

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.

Create wonderful wooden hearts to accessorise and decorate. Suitable for families. £2 - Pre-booking essential

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

We will show you how to discover free apps that can help with all different types of interests and hobbies. Wellbeing, health, photo editing, Borrowbox are just a few. Bring your own device or use one of ours.

Using the patterned insides of business envelopes, you will be designing your own unique creations with remarkable results. 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.

While Birtley Library is under refurbishment we will be delivering Rhymetime at Birtley Family Hub (Harras Bank). 9.30am - 10am. Free- Just turn up.

We will show you how to discover free apps that can help with all different types of interests and hobbies. Wellbeing, health, photo editing, Borrowbox are just a few. Bring your own device or use one of ours.

Join our friendly informal group and learn how you can use FindMyPast free with a Gateshead Library ticket and get other helpful hints to help you start your ancestral journey. Participants must have basic keyboard and mouse skills.