Fun and free! February half-term events at the Borough's libraries

Create your own castle, doodle in 3D, try out crafts inspired by International Polar Bear Day - these are just some of the fantastic events on offer this half-term across Stockton-on-Tees Borough libraries.

The free activities available for children and young people are taking place from Monday, February 20 throughout the half term week.

The events will allow your little ones to use their imagination and enjoy creative arts. And while they are visiting the libraries they can also discover the latest children's books on offer too. 

Councillor Steve Nelson, Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council's Cabinet Member for Health, Leisure and Culture, said: "Libraries are safe places in our communities where our children and young people can read, learn new skills and be creative.

"If your children love drawing, reading, and crafting, there are so many different events in our libraries to enjoy this February half-term. Everyone is welcome!

"All of these fantastic events are free, too, but please make sure to book your child's place so they don't miss out!"

Booking is required for all sessions, and places are limited. Visit the Enjoy Tees Valley website to book your free place.

Here is a taster of what's on offer this February half-term...

3D Doodling - Libraries across the Borough

Be creative and enjoy a gentle doodling session using our 3D pens. The event is suitable for children between the ages of 8 and 12.  It's being held across the Borough at the following libraries: 

Ingleby Barwick Library, Monday, February 20, 10am - 11am

Yarm Library, Tuesday, February 21, 10am - 11am

Stockton Central Library, Wednesday, February 22, 10am - 11am

Billingham Library, Friday, February 24, 10am - 11am

There's a Shark in the Park! - Billingham Library

Bring your little ones to Billingham Library to play Nick Sharratt's Shark in the Park. Watch your children make telescopes and shark hats and act out this creative retelling of the classic tale, The Boy Who Cried Wolf. Remember to keep a close eye out for black fins looming in the park!

Suitable for children aged 4 to 11, this interactive event takes place on Monday, February 20, between 10am and 11am.

Castle Crafts - Thornaby Central Library and Thornaby Library, Gilmour Street

Let your children grow their engineering skills as they build castles, catapults and bridges using lollipop sticks, masking tape and elastic bands.

The activity session is suitable for ages 4 and 11 and is being held at Thornaby Central Library on Monday, February 20, between 2pm and 3pm and Thornaby Library, Gilmour Street on Tuesday, February 21 between 10am and 11am.  

International Polar Bear Day - Roseworth Library

In celebration of International Polar Bear Day, bring your children to Roseworth Library to enjoy polar bear crafts and learn how they can help this beautiful animal thrive.

Suitable for ages 4 to 11. This event is taking place at Roseworth Library, Tuesday, February, 21, 11am - 12pm.

Spring Crafts - Stockton Central Library

As we begin to welcome spring, let your children celebrate the season of rebirth by creating a stained-glass paper butterfly and a colourful ribbon art photo frame.

Suitable for ages 4 to 11. The event takes place at Stockton Central Library on Tuesday, February 21, between 2.30pm and 4pm and again on Thursday, February, 23 between 2.30pm and 4pm.

Spring Lambs and Chicks - Yarm Library

Get your children in the mood for spring by making lamb decorations and colourful chicks.

This crafting session is suitable for ages 5 years and over and is being held on Wednesday, February 22, between 10.30am and 11.30am.

Winter Wildlife - Norton Library and Fairfield Library

Let your children discover the ultimate winter wildlife crafting session as they create a hedgehog and make fat balls to feed the birds.

Suitable for ages 4 to 11 years. This event is taking place at Norton Library, Thursday, February 23, 10am to 11am and Fairfield Library, Thursday, February 23, 1pm to 2pm.

Spring Crafts - Ingleby Barwick Library

Come along to craft a four-season tree, butterfly and bookmark to celebrate the wonders of spring.

Suitable for ages 5 years and over.  This session will take place at Ingleby Barwick Library, Thursday, February 23, 1.30pm to 2.30pm.

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