Atlas Young Writers Club: 5-15 years - Newcastle City Library
Wednesdays 21 October | 4 November | 18 November | 2 December 2026
5 days from now
4 – 5pm
1 hour per session
The Atlas program is a State Library of NSW initiative designed to encourage curiosity and creativity in children aged 5-15. Join us at Newcastle City Library for Art Club, Book Lovers Club and Young Writers Club sessions!
Do you love writing? We have the perfect club for you! Atlas is a community for curious kids; join Newcastle City Library as we bring Atlas clubs to you! Be inspired by the Library’s collections, build your writing skills and become part of a creative community.
Young Writers Club will ignite your imagination and help you to bring your writing to life!
Sessions:
Wednesday 21 October | 4-5pm | It starts with a BANG!
How do we hook our readers straightaway?
In this session, we will talk about those sizzling starts that keep our readers wanting more.
Wednesday 4 November | 4-5pm | The Keys to the Kingdom
Isn’t it exciting to make up a story?
You’re creating something that did not exist before! In this session, we’ll talk about the joy of writing, and you’ll get tips on how to make your great stories even more brilliant!
Wednesday 18 November | 4-5pm | Into the Woods
Creeping, crawling, crouching ... not a sound could be heard …
I’m feeling tense. Are you? Building tension in your stories doesn’t just happen; it takes some skill. Let’s have some fun writing spooky stuff. Learn how to keep your readers on the edge of their seats!
Wednesday 2 December | 4-5pm | Out to Sea
Summon your courage, young writers!
Come and be brave with me. Writing stories takes courage, so let the wind hit your sails, turn your face to the sun and write the stories that are inside you!
Cost: Free
Ages: 5-15 years
No experience needed. All equipment provided, just bring your curiosity and creativity!
Bookings essential - book one session or as many club sessions as you like.
Terms and conditions:
About Atlas:
The Atlas program is a State Library of NSW initiative designed to encourage curiosity and creativity in children aged 5-15. The Art Club, Book Lovers Club, and Young Writers Clubs are designed to inspire children to learn through hands-on sessions with experienced professionals. Participants at Newcastle City Library will engage with our library staff and other children in the library, while also interacting with the professional facilitator and members of Atlas Club all over the state via Zoom.
Visit the Atlas website for more information.
Atlas is proudly supported by the John B Foundation.
Do you love writing? We have the perfect club for you! Atlas is a community for curious kids; join Newcastle City Library as we bring Atlas clubs to you! Be inspired by the Library’s collections, build your writing skills and become part of a creative community.
Young Writers Club will ignite your imagination and help you to bring your writing to life!
Sessions:
Wednesday 21 October | 4-5pm | It starts with a BANG!
How do we hook our readers straightaway?
In this session, we will talk about those sizzling starts that keep our readers wanting more.
Wednesday 4 November | 4-5pm | The Keys to the Kingdom
Isn’t it exciting to make up a story?
You’re creating something that did not exist before! In this session, we’ll talk about the joy of writing, and you’ll get tips on how to make your great stories even more brilliant!
Wednesday 18 November | 4-5pm | Into the Woods
Creeping, crawling, crouching ... not a sound could be heard …
I’m feeling tense. Are you? Building tension in your stories doesn’t just happen; it takes some skill. Let’s have some fun writing spooky stuff. Learn how to keep your readers on the edge of their seats!
Wednesday 2 December | 4-5pm | Out to Sea
Summon your courage, young writers!
Come and be brave with me. Writing stories takes courage, so let the wind hit your sails, turn your face to the sun and write the stories that are inside you!
Cost: Free
Ages: 5-15 years
No experience needed. All equipment provided, just bring your curiosity and creativity!
Bookings essential - book one session or as many club sessions as you like.
Terms and conditions:
- For participants aged 12 years and under, parents and/or guardians of children must remain in the library for the duration of the program.
- For participants under the age of 16, parent and/or guardian contact details must be provided at the time of booking.
About Atlas:
The Atlas program is a State Library of NSW initiative designed to encourage curiosity and creativity in children aged 5-15. The Art Club, Book Lovers Club, and Young Writers Clubs are designed to inspire children to learn through hands-on sessions with experienced professionals. Participants at Newcastle City Library will engage with our library staff and other children in the library, while also interacting with the professional facilitator and members of Atlas Club all over the state via Zoom.
Visit the Atlas website for more information.
Atlas is proudly supported by the John B Foundation.
