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Picnic Day: Limited services - Friday 28 November

Friday 28 November is City of Newcastle Picnic Day. Limited Library services will be available. Newcastle and Wallsend libraries will be open 9.30am-5pm, Digital Library (Self-Serve): 8.30am – 5pm
Lambton Library (Open+ access): 7am – 9pm. Return chutes will be open at all libraries (except Lambton). You can renew loans and access digital resources anytime via the Newcastle Libraries app or website.

Love our libraries? Have your say

What do you love about Newcastle Libraries and what do you want to see improved? We want to hear your feedback to help improve your experience. Survey closes 28 November.

Big Summer Read - keep kids reading over summer!

The Big Summer Read challenges you to pick up a book and keep reading over the holidays. Anyone between the ages of 0-18 is welcome to participate. The Big Summer Read Challenge runs from Monday 1 December 2025 to Saturday 31 January 2026.

Your Summer Stories

Our Summer reading campaign is back with a curated selection of reads that mixes things up: debut voices alongside beloved favourites, stories that reflect the diversity of our community, and books that will stay with you long after the season ends.
 

The Zine Club - Newcastle City Library

Join us on the second Thursday of the month at Newcastle City Library to celebrate a thriving zine culture in Newcastle through creativity and connection. Whether you are just starting out, a seasoned zine-maker, or just want to get creative and have some fun, the Zine Club welcomes all. Find out more and book in now!

Introducing the Library of Useful Things

Try something new with this special collection of inclusive, sustainable, creative and very useful things!

Sustainable Living

Join the war on waste with this series of free workshops designed to help you lead a more sustainable life. Browse all events and book in now!

Access comics, graphic novels and manga with Comics Plus!

Comics, graphic novels, manga and more via Comics Plus Library Pass.

Register for ATARnotes+

A new service for senior students - ATAR Notes+ Study Guides!

Access your Everywhere, Anytime Library

Access your library at home from your smartphone or tablet and discover a world of eBook and eAudio platforms, video stories, movie and music streaming platforms, plus a huge range of online newspapers and eMagazines.