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Current Affairs Discussion Group Most Tuesdays at 10 o’clock the sound of many voices engaged in earnest discussion can be heard coming from the Catherine Cookson Room. This lively exchange of views is from  the Current Affairs Discussion Group which meets weekly at Jesmond Library….

English Conversation

An informal group for those wanting to improve their conversational English meets at the Library each Thursday morning. The session is hosted by Joan Parker, one of the Library volunteers. We asked Joan to tell us more about herself and the group. My degree was…

Sprechen sie Deutsch?

Have you wondered what goes on at the weekly German Conversation Group and whether it would suit you? Wonder no more! We are a group of people who enjoy getting together each week to speak German, based on a defined discussion topic. Although a basic…

Happy New Year 2020

The start of a new year is traditionally the time for making resolutions. It’s an opportunity for fresh beginnings, a chance to take on a new project or to learn something new. If you’re looking for inspiration for the year ahead check out what is…

Happy Christmas!

Here is a reminder of the Library’s opening hours throughout the festive season. As 2019 draws to its end may we thank all who have contributed to another successful year for our community run library. This includes but is not limited to the trustees, volunteers,…

Christmas Craft Fun

After school this Thursday 19th December a children’s craft session will be taking place at Jesmond Library from 4-5.30pm. An after school treat will be included! But who says Christmas crafting is only for children! Check out some of the fabulous books we have on…

‘Words Weekend’ at Sage Gateshead

Friday 6th -Sunday 8th December @ Sage Gateshead A new festival begins life at the Sage Gateshead in early December. ‘Words Weekend’ celebrates the power of words and stories curated by a selection of talks, readings, workshops and panel discussions. Many of these are free….