News and opportunities
Emerald Explorers backpacks for families contain creative activities inspired by nature and are available to borrow from Gateshead libraries.

Side By Side Arts will be running music camps over the Easter period at their wonderful studio in Bensham. Two themes that will be included are Wicked and Pop Start.
Gibside Estate is Gateshead's National Trust property and they have a number of family activities to take part in as part of the festival including a Blossom Trail.
Children's choir for children between 5 and 11.
Side By Side Arts will be hosting various activities over the Easter Holidays to support the 'Brighten the Day' HAF programme.
Bringing Words to Life is dedicated to improving literacy levels throughout the North East.
Nine care-experienced children and young people from Gateshead have achieved their Arts Award Explore qualification
The youth newspaper Beep is looking for volunteer journalists to write stories for their online and print publications.
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a not-for-profit music venue? Here's your chance to find out!