Jesmond Library

Jesmond Library Jesmond Library officially re-opened on Saturday 21 September 2013, managed and staffed entirely by volunteers. Come and join us!

Jesmond Library was officially opened on 30 May 1963. Ironically the council decided to close the library as part of a series of funding cuts on 30th June 2013, just over 50 years after opening. The Friends of Jesmond Library are a group of volunteers who came together to save the much loved library and have now re-opened it as a community hub to maintain and enhance the free library services, and

also expand the activities in reflection of the wishes of the local residents and library users. Jesmond Library are looking for volunteers, supporters and donors.

Enjoy drawing and graphic art? All-day workshop this Saturday (drop in any time) with Newcastle's long-standing comic-ma...
26/08/2026

Enjoy drawing and graphic art? All-day workshop this Saturday (drop in any time) with Newcastle's long-standing comic-making arts group, Paper Jam Comics Collective
Make your own folding mini comics! Get involved with collaborative drawing games! All ages! No skill necessary! It's fun! Comics are for everyone!

10am-4pm! Drop in any time! FREE (but donations to the Library welcome)

We’re in the final two weeks now to complete the summer challenges!Children’s Summer Reading Challenge ends Saturday 5th...
25/08/2026

We’re in the final two weeks now to complete the summer challenges!
Children’s Summer Reading Challenge ends Saturday 5th September - complete your sticker book and collect your winner’s medal.
Adult’s Summer Reading Journey - the final date to return your completed Passport is Monday 7th September to be in with a chance to win a book token in the prize draw.
(Reminder to sign up for the Book Quiz next week, 3rd September!)

We have now added all the Booker 2026 longlisted books to Library stock. They’re going fast so come and get your hands o...
25/08/2026

We have now added all the Booker 2026 longlisted books to Library stock. They’re going fast so come and get your hands on a copy now! If the book you want is already out on loan please ask the volunteers to reserve it for you.

This week at the Library:Friday 28 August, 10-12, EPiC drop in, offering help and advice on community issuesSaturday 29 ...
23/08/2026

This week at the Library:
Friday 28 August, 10-12, EPiC drop in, offering help and advice on community issues
Saturday 29 August, 10-4, Comic Making Workshop with the talented Paper Jam Comics Collective - all ages welcome, drop in

If you or someone you know would like help and support to find employment or to change careers, then come and join the J...
19/08/2026

If you or someone you know would like help and support to find employment or to change careers, then come and join the Job Club - this Friday at the Library.
No need to pre-book.

A lot of us grew up reading comics every week, eagerly awaiting the next edition. Did you? Which was your favourite comi...
17/08/2026

A lot of us grew up reading comics every week, eagerly awaiting the next edition. Did you? Which was your favourite comic? And who was your comic hero?
This month’s library challenge consists of two crosswords on the theme of comics and
Call at the Library to collect your copy and give this month’s challenge a go.
If comics and graphic novels/art interest you, don’t miss the Paper Jam Comic Collective workshop at the end of the month on Saturday 29th August.
The event is suitable for all ages, there is no need to book, just pop in any time between 10am and 4pm and join in the fun and games. Have a go at creating your own mini-comic.
The event is free although donations to the Library are welcome.

At the Library this coming week, Friday 21 April:Police drop-in, 10:30am - 11:30amJob Club, 10-12am - Mutual support and...
15/08/2026

At the Library this coming week, Friday 21 April:

Police drop-in, 10:30am - 11:30am

Job Club, 10-12am - Mutual support and advice, no need to pre- book.

A selection of photographs taken at yesterdays ‘Crafts to the Beat’ session at the Library.
15/08/2026

A selection of photographs taken at yesterdays ‘Crafts to the Beat’ session at the Library.

Address

St George's Terrace
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE22DL

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 12:30pm
Saturday 9:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

01912812385

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