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Library Services for Young People

    • Homework Clubs

      Newham Libraries run Homework Clubs in all 10 static libraries. The clubs are run by library staff and are free of charge. They operate on an open access basis.

    • Games Clubs

      Newham Libraries run Games Clubs in 4 libraries (Manor Park, Custom House, East Ham and Beckton). The clubs are run by library staff and are free of charge. They operate on an open access basis.

    • Toy Libraries

      Toy Libraries are run at Beckton and East Ham Libraries. Children and parents/carers are able to borrow two toys at once with their library card to take home and use for two weeks.

    • Teen Xtra

      Free Club for 13-21 year olds, every Fridays 6pm - 8pm, The Library @ The Gate.

    • Reading Groups

      Reading Groups allow children aged 5-12 to share their love of reading and enjoy quizzes, competitions and visits from authors.

    • Messy Play @ Beckton Library

      Toddlers and preschool children need tactile and interactive activities to develop. Hands on messy play such as painting, sticking or sand/water play are important ways for a child to develop their physical, cognitive and social skills. Participating in messy play activities is not only great fun but it helps a child's development.

    • Imaginative Play @ East Ham Library

      Imaginative Play sessions incorporate playing make-believe that lets a child bring the complicated grown-up world down to size.

    • Library services for young people

      There are lots of fun and interesting activities for parents and children at our libraries. Call your local library (020 8430 2000) or just drop by to find out what's on near you!

    • Team Read

      Are you going for gold this summer? By joining the summer reading scheme this year; Team Read, you will get to read fun, exciting books and pick up amazing freebies. These include an amazing 'moving image' membership card, fold-out chart and stickers and much, much more.

    • Babies and Toddlers

      It's never too early to introduce your child to the library…

    • Information for Teenagers

      You will find lots of interesting ways to spend your time at one of our libraries, and if you are under the age of 17, all our services are free.

    • Storytelling

      Story and rhyme time is run in all 10 static libraries once a week (Stratford library runs two sessions per week).

    • FAQs

      Frequently asked questions concerning Young People's Services in Newham Libraries.

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