Archive film footage recording one hundred years of North East sport will be showcased at two venues as part of this year’s Late Shows. The newly digitised footage will feature at both the Discovery Museum and Newcastle City Library on Saturday 19 May from 7pm – 10pm.

The one hour film show reels will run on continuous loop throughout the evening, drop in at any time.

The free film shows will include footage of Newcastle United taking on Sunderland AFC at St James’ Park in 1913, athletics and swimming competitions in Gateshead Stadium and Tynemouth open air pool in the 1960s, and an array of amateur films of sports and gala days across the North East.

Tynemouth Open Air Swimming Pool, 1963

A number of sporting events filmed as part of the centenary of the Blaydon Races in 1962 will also feature. There will also be regional television news stories from the 1970s and 1980s revisiting the more recent sporting past, examining the early careers of local heroes Brendan Foster and Paul Gascoigne.

This important archive film footage has been digitised as part of the Northern Region Film and Television Archive’s Fast Forward: North East Sport on Film project, and is the first in a series of film shows and events taking place across the region this summer.

For more information on the Fast Forward project contact the Northern Region Film and Television Archive at Teesside University on 01642 384022 or email enquires@nrfta.org.uk.

Fast Forward: North East on Film is supported by the National Lottery through the BFI and Creative England.

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To celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, Newcastle Libraries are offering a
range of royal themed events.

On Friday 1 June we will launch the ‘Sixty Glorious Years’ exhibition on the level 4 book gallery at City Library and there will also be archive film footage of the Queen’s first visit to the region in the early 1950s. Drop in any time between 12noon and 5pm to watch this.

The focus of our celebrations will be the Canny Jubilee gala event which will be held outdoors in Princess Square on Saturday 2 June from 1pm – 4pm. The outdoor gala, which has been supported by Marks and Spencer, will see vintage hair and make-up demonstrations, live music, Lindy Hop dancing and an interactive ‘you have been crowned’ photo booth! Work created by community groups in the run up to the celebrations will also be on show.

Following the street party there will be an historic royal fashion show by Julia Soares-McCormick from 6.30pm at City Library.

There are also Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations at our community libraries. View a full listing of Diamond Jubilee events at Newcastle Libraries.

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Local photographer Keith Pattison spent a week at Cruddas Park Library taking photographs of the customers who visited.  They either held up the book they borrowed of wrote down the reason for their trip to the library. His innovative project highlights the many different ways people use their library and looks at the role libraries play in the local community. The images have been compiled in his new book, ‘face BOOK – A Week in the Life of a Branch Library’, which will be launched alongside Keith’s exhibition on Tuesday 24 April at 10:30am at Cruddas Park Shopping Centre. You can also take a look at the images online on Keith’s website.

View the face BOOK images

David Almond, celebrated author of the children’s book ‘Skellig’ will be supporting the opening of the new exhibition. Tony Durcan, Director of Culture, Libraries and Lifelong Learning, said:  “Libraries continue to play such a valuable role in our communities and this exhibition and book will give people the chance to learn why they continue to be important to those who use them.  Keith has done a wonderful job in bringing the community together for this project so I am delighted to be helping support this exhibition.”

face BOOK will remain open at Unit 12, Cruddas Park Shopping Centre until Saturday 5 May 2012.

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This year celebrates 200 years since the birth of Charles Dickens and the events below are part of our celebration of his life and work. To book a place at any of these events phone 0191 2774100 or ask a member of staff at City Library.

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On Thursday 8 March 2012, International Women’s Day will be celebrated around the world. Thousands of events will occur not just on this day but throughout the month to mark the economic, political and social achievements of women.

This year’s theme is ‘Connecting girls, inspiring futures’ and we are holding the events below.

‘Sthree’
5 – 9 March, City Library (free)
Local artist Jayamini De Silva, will be exhibiting her work called ‘Sthree’ which replicates agony and ecstasy in life of women through her Asian style paintings (above).

Writing workshop with Helen Limon
8 March
10am – 12noon and 1pm – 4pm, City Library (free)
Local author Helen Limon will be visiting the library as our writer in residence to discuss your creative writing.  Helen has a PhD in creative Writing from Newcastle University where she teaches on the undergraduate program. Please bring along an example of prose of no more than 1000 words.

Coffee morning
8 March
10:30am – 12noon, Fenham Library
Pop along to Fenham Library to enjoy a cup of coffee and a chat.

Cake sale
8 March
11:30am – 2:30pm, West End Library
A cake sale has been organised by the Millin Centre who provide advice and encouragement to women who wish to start their own business. Visit the Millin Centre website.

Fenham, Gosforth, Moorside, Fawdon and East End Libraries will also host displays celebrating the acheivements of inspirational women from around the world. Find out more about International Women’s Day.

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20 January – 23 March 2012

The Designer Bookbinders UK exhibition opens on Friday 20 January in the Newcastle Collection showcase on level 6 of City Library. The exhibition highlights the skill of the hand-bound book with some outstanding examples of the bookbinder’s art.

The exhibition has been organised by Designer Bookbinders UK, a society devoted to the art and craft of the hand-bound book, and will show how the cover of a book can tell its own story. This inspiring show aims to represent the best of British bookbinding and includes bindings by some of the most respected practitioners working today.

Some of the works on show feature leather-bound volumes, those made using silk as well as items which have been created with precious metals and semi-precious stones.

This is the first major British exhibition the Society has mounted for some time and has been shown at venues across the country including the Bodleian Library in Oxford, The Schneideman Gallery in London and the John Rylands Library in Manchester.

More information about Designer Bookbinders UK.

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This year’s Heritage Open Days take place from Thursday 8 – Sunday 11 September 2011. There are events planned across Tyne and Wear, giving you the opportunity to step into the past and find out more about 2000 years of North East history – free of charge! Newcastle Libraries are hosting the events below.

Charles Freer Andrews Lecture
6:30pm – 7:30pm
Thursday 8 September
City Library
The Anglican missionary and contemporary of Gandhi, Rev. C.F. Andrews, described as the ‘Conscience of the British Raj’, witnessed some of the most significant defining moments of India’s campaign for independence. This lecture illustrates the life of a remarkable man who recognised and acclaimed the true nature of the Sikhs and their role in that epic struggle.

Miners and Memorials
2pm – 3pm
Friday 9 September
City Library
From Pit Wheels to Winding Engines. Take a fascinating tour of the memorials that you can see in the North East, in a talk by Ken Smith.  Bringing our mining heritage to life. Places limited to 35.

Sport on Film
Friday 9 September
City Library
1pm – 4:30pm, turn up any time, no need to book.
A chance to view archive footage of sporting activity in the region. Including a W. I. Sports Day in the 1930’s and recreational activities at Saltwell Park in 1944. This is a drop in session at the City Library, all are welcome. Films kindly provided by the Northern Region Film and Television Archive (NRFTA).

Uppies and Downies
10:30am – 12:30pm
10 September 2011
City Library
Come along to this fascinating talk with Hugh Hornby to explore the history of ball games. In conjunction with Played in Tyne and Wear. Places limited to 50.

Book your free place at any event by phoning 0191 2774100, emailing information@newcastle.gov.uk or asking at your local library.

Find out about other Tyne and Wear Heritage Open Day events

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The shirt also complements the new Played in Tyne and Wear exhibition on level 6. The shirt belongs to the Newcastle United Supporters Trust and contains the names of their members, which make up the black stripes.  Membership forms are available at City Library for customers who wish to join.

Find out more about the Newcastle United Supporters Trust.

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Played in Tyne and Wear
25 July – 4 December 2011

Explore the North East’s sporting heritage through our new exhibition, including sport on the Tyne, the Blaydon Races and of course Newcastle United Football Club.

We are displaying illustrations as well as items from our reference collection, including a wonderful early Fordyce map of the Tyne and a 1711 advert for a cockfight in the Newcastle Courant.

Pop up to level 6 of the City Library and take a look.

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Our Sporting Life Exhibition – A Celebration of Summerhill Bowling Club

7 July – 1 September
City Library

Hidden in the heart of Newcastle and active from 1916 to 2011, Summerhill Bowling Club was renowned for its welcoming atmosphere along with the quality of its greens.

Through bowls, badges, photographs and other memorabilia, this exhibition tells the story of Summerhill Bowling Club: its traditions, members and fascinating history that spans almost a century.

This exhibition forms part of Our Sporting Life, a programme of nationwide community exhibitions and a unique and ambitious celebration of British sport.

Find out more about the exhibition.

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Images by Lazlo Torday, a local photographer who took fantastic social photographs from the 60s and 70s, are currently on display on level 6 until early next week. The images are of people talking or socialising and many of them are unidentified so we asked visitors to City Library to help identify the views and people. We’ve had a wonderful response with many visitors offering ideas on location and indeed identifying the people in shot. Thanks very much to all who have contributed. To get involved online, view another set of images from our Tyneside Life and Times collection – if there are no titles and if there is nothing in the image description post a comment on Flickr so we can investigate. View images.

We’ll be launching a new exhibition at the end of July called ‘Played in Tyne and Wear: Exploring the North East’s Sporting Heritage’ which will be running until the end of October 2011.

We’ll also have a display of images of the artistic work of Byron Dawson where you can rediscover Newcastle of the 1920s and 1930s.  This is from 6 June on level 6. A new book about this artist has been recently published by Tyne Bridge Publishing called ‘Newcastle Between the Wars: Byron Dawson’s Tyneside’ which is available to buy from the City Library.

We’ve had a very successful Local History Month, both in City Library and across the branch libraries. Highlights have included a fantastic talk by Paul Joannou on the ‘History of Newcastle United Football Club’ and ‘A Bit of a Giggle’ with Viz writer Simon Donald and Geoff Laws.

We also took part in Newcastle Fashion Week and hosted a number of successful events in the City Library, including the ‘Newcastle Vintage Guide’ which was a fashoin show of outfits through the decades and ‘All Tied Up’ which explored corset making. Both events proved very popular and received great feedback.

Look out for information on our Heritage Open Day events in the summer.

Sarah Mulligan
Heritage team at City Library

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Newcastle Fashion Week takes place from 14 – 21 May with fashion shows, events, promotions and competitions spanning venues across the city.

City Library will be hosting talks on the best places to buy vintage fashion in Newcastle as well as a talk on corsetry called ‘All Tied Up’. There will be internet classes to advise on hunting for vintage bargains on eBay and making the most of online sewing, knitting and craft advice.

Vintage Vogue magazines from the stack will be on display in the level 4 book gallery and there will be a selection of fashion books to borrow on level 1.

The popular costume designer Julia Soares-McCormick will make a welcome return visit to City Library with an exhibition of ‘Kings and Queens in Costume’, a selection of beautiful handmade replica costumes including an Elizabeth I gown.

There are special storytime sessions at the story tree in the children’s area – we’ll be reading out ‘The Emperor’s New Clothes’ – and there’s a free sparkly crafts session too.

Branch libraries are also getting involved with coffee mornings where you can discuss your past fashion disasters and favourite outfits!

Find out more about Newcastle Fashion Week at Newcastle Libraries.

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Newcastle vs. Burnley, St. James Park, 1938

This year Newcastle Libraries are hosting a packed programme of events to celebrate Local History Month this May including a talk on the history of Newcastle United by club historian Paul Joannou and exciting news from the Secret Bunker/North project which hopes to restore the grade II listed RAF Blakelaw World War 2 bunker.

We are hosting events both at City Library and across our branch libraries.

Download the Local History Month brochure for more information. Most events in the brochure are free of charge, unless otherwise stated.

We hope that you can take advantage of the wide variety of activities on offer this year.  If you’d like to find out more about your heritage come along and you’ll receive a warm welcome at all our events! Alternatively visit level 6 of the City Library where the Heritage team can explain the local  and family resources available.

Phone 0191 2774100 or email information@newcastle.gov.uk to reserve places for events with limited availability (unless alternative contact details are given in the brochure).

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‘What is landscape architecture?’
11 – 21 April 2011
Level 1, City Library

The Landscape Institute is an educational charity and chartered body responsible for protecting, conserving and enhancing the natural and built environment.

The North East branch of the Institute will be holding an exhibition in City Library to showcase the work of local practitioners and organisations.

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The BBC have created a musical to celebrate 30 years of the Tyne and Wear Metro and it will be shown in venues throughout the region, including City Library on Saturday 26 March. The musical will be shown on level 2 on a loop all day so you can drop in at any time to see it.

View a sneak preview of the musical.

We also have several historic images of the Metro system in the Local Studies picture archive. View historic images of the Metro.

A related exhibition was previously advertised in the Page Turner newsletter. Unfortunately this exhibition was not possible to display due to a fault with the display cases. Apologies for any incovenience caused by this.

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…during Newcastle Science Fest from 12 – 17 March 2011. Enjoy events suitable for all ages at venues across the city as part of a 6 day festival which creatively celebrates science.

City Library are hosting the following events and activites.

Food Glorious Food
6:30pm – 7:30pm
Wednesday 16 March
City Library
What makes food attractive?  Why do we enjoy eating food?  Why do our bodies need food?  Professor Jenny Ames (Northumbria University) will talk about the science behind the Western food we enjoy to eat and the effect it has on us. Suitable for adults and children over 14. Book FREE tickets via the Newcastle Science Fest website.

The Lung Dress
Saturday 5 March to Sunday 10 April
City Library
Designer and artist Helen Storey presents a brand-new design illustrating the development of the lungs which will be on display at City Library. The dress is part of a collection of 11 dresses telling the story of the first 1,000 hours of life that will be showcased at other festival venues.

Dr Austin and Sparks in Space!
Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 March
11am – 12noon and 2pm – 3pm
City Library
A brand new space puppet show for 4 to 8 year olds.  Join Professor Sparks for a trip around the Solar System on the star ship Ice Cream!
Suitable for children aged 4 to 8. To book your free place phone 0191 2774100 or email information@newcastle.gov.uk.

Amazing Bodies
10am – 12noon
Saturday 19 March
City Library
Find out how your body creates energy from air and food with a fun packed session from the Northern Learning Trust. There will be experiments and activities to help discover how our lungs and digestive systems work. Suitable for families with children aged 3 to 11. To book your free place phone 0191 2774100 or email information@newcastle.gov.uk.

Find out more about Newcastle Science Fest 2011

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The Taking Liberties in the North East exhibition not only offers a fascinating insight into the history of civil rights in the region, but also examines modern day attitudes to civil liberties by showcasing the work of the City Library’s Taking Liberties project participants. This Heritage Lottery funded venture involved local refugees and asylum seekers exploring the development of democracy in the United Kingdom – and specifically in the North East region – through a series of workshops, activities and events. Visitors to the exhibition will have the chance to discover the personal stories of project participants, and to view their artistic, poetic, photographic and filmic responses to a range of difficult subjects such as slavery, parliamentary reform and women’s rights. This film that you can see here forms part of this project.

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After six months of gathering together documents and items, as well as creating new material for the Taking Liberties Project, we are finally ready to launch this  fascinating exhibition.

The collection tells the story of civil liberties in the North East through objects such as The Great Reform Act of 1832, the death mask of Oliver Cromwell, Ellen Wilkinson’s ‘Plan for Peace’ and memorabilia from the Jarrow March Reunion.

The photographs below are taken from the exhibition.  Can you guess what they are?  If not, come along and see ‘Taking Liberties’ at Newcastle City Library, Level 6.

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The original copy of one of this country’s most important pieces of legislation will be the star exhibit at an exhibition at Newcastle City Library when it is launched later this month.

The Heritage Lottery funded exhibition, Taking Liberties in the North East, will feature the 1832 Representation of the People Act lent to the City from the Parliamentary Archives. This Act, which is commonly known as the Great Reform Act 1832, has strong links to the North East as it was proposed by prominent local politician and Prime Minister Earl Grey – of Grey’s Monument and Grey Street. It is rarely seen outside Parliament and has become the foundation stone which led to the introduction of wide ranging changes to the electoral system of England and Wales.

Taking Liberties, which is being presented in partnership with the British Library, will focus on the 900-year struggle for democracy in the United Kingdom, and will pay particular attention to the North East’s contribution to the fight for civil liberties and democracy. The exhibition will run for three months from 24 November 2010 to 30 January 2011.

The exhibition will include other rare and fascinating items from the British Library’s collection including a 17th century copy of Habeas Corpus, a rebellious tobacco paper, dated 1792, which was found under floorboards in a Kennington pub, plus a Jacobean Cockade from Culloden. Taking Liberties will also feature material from the special collections of Newcastle Libraries and a range of artefacts loaned by Tyne and Wear Museums.

All of these items will be available to view in the Newcastle Collection showcase area on the sixth floor of City Library.

As part of the exhibition visitors will be given an opportunity to see and hear the personal stories of those involved in the Taking Liberties project. This Heritage Lottery funded project has provided an opportunity for refugees and asylum seekers from a range of countries to find out more about the history of rights and civil liberties in Britain. Those involved have made a significant contribution to the exhibition and it will feature photography, poetry and short films.

Cllr Pauline Allen, Newcastle City Council’s Executive Member for Culture, Leisure and Customer Services said:  “While we enjoy many rights in this country the fight for civil liberties goes on in many parts of the world and Taking Liberties will give people the chance to learn from those who have faced persecution in their original home countries.”

She added:  “We are also proud to be featuring the 1832 Reform Act which has such a strong visible connection to this city through Earl Grey. We would like to thank the Parliamentary Archives for letting us have this precious piece of our history so that more people can learn about Grey and his personal fight to ensure our right to vote.”

If you would like to find out more about the history of parliamentary process- why not attend one of the ‘Parliament and the People’ sessions on Friday 14 January or Monday 24 January 2011 from 1pm to 3pm. Phone 0191 2774100 or email information@newcastle.gov.uk to book your free place.

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From 21 to 31 October there will be artwork displayed on the front of City Library called The Modern Art of Conversation to illustrate the 37 languages spoken across Tyneside.  This is part of  an exhibition featuring the work of leading contemporary image-makers and 3D designers. Work will be displayed at 10 sites around the city centre including City Library. The exhibition is part of the annual event Design Event North East.

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To celebrate World Mental Health Day and as part of Time to Get Moving Week, the Newcastle and Gateshead Art Studio (NAGAS) have been holding an exhibition of art at City Library. The exhibition will be on display on level 2 until Wednesday 13 October.

NAGAS provides an innovative range of creative based services that are directed at improving and enhancing the quality of life, health and the social integration of its members. They provide opportunities for those who experience mental health problems or other forms of social exclusion.

For more information phone 0191 2616027 or email bobmalpiedi@rocketmail.com

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Books on Tyne is a three day celebration of books and writing to be held in City Library and at Newcastle College in association with Northumbria Press. With crime fiction, local history, poetry, drama, biography, cartooning and humour there’s something for everyone. Join a discussion, take part in a workshop or meet a host of talented writers.

The Books on Tyne festival takes place from Saturday 6 November to Monday 8 November 2010.

Simon Donald will be talking about his new book Him off the Viz and there will be talks by authors Ann Cleeves and Roz Southey. There are expert advice sessions on getting books published, theatre writing and writing children’s books. A full programme of events is available to download. All of the events are free but booking is advisable.

You can also take the opportunity to browse and buy a great range of books from local and national publishers at bargain prices. The Books on Tyne Festival is supported by The National Lottery through Arts Council England.

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Come along to see and handle some fascinating items from Beamish Museum’s costume collection on:

Tuesday 12th October, 2pm – 3pm at Walker Library

Thursday 14th October, 2pm – 3pm at High Heaton Library

The glorious garments include everyday workwear and evening glamour. Drop in and enjoy a chat and some refreshments too. Everyone is welcome and there is no need to book.

For further details contact High Heaton Library on 0191 2774233 or email highheaton.library@newcastle.gov.uk. Or contact Walker Library on 0191 2784225 or email walker.library@newcastle.gov.uk.

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A magnificent Henry VIII costume created by historical costume designer Julia Soares-McCormick is currently on display at Gosforth Library. This has been worn for fashion shows and at Crook Hall in Durham.
Henry’s costume is both massive and very ornate which perfectly suits his over the top personality. He would wear a fine shirt of white cotton lawn trimmed with gold. Over the shirt Henry wears a gold brocade doublet and a gold/black patterned jerkin. On top of the doublet and jerkin is worn a red satin gown with a black satin lining and a large fur collar. Henry wears a gold medallion, a Tudor style dagger and a Collar of Office. His bonnet is decorated with gold filigrees, pearls and rubies. This ornate and regal costume is fit for a King of England!

Accessories Julia has designed and created for other outfits are displayed with a selection of historical novels. The accessories include beautiful Tudor style necklaces and girdles, ornate feather fans, pearl trimmed headdresses and jewelled masks. If you require further information about Julia and her work please feel free to contact her via the Tudor Talk and Catwalk website.
This display will be at Gosforth Library until Sunday 24 October.

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City Library will again be hosting a varied programme of events as part of the popular Late Shows on Saturday 15 May. We will be open late from 7pm – 11pm and this year we will be having an historical theme to contrast with the modern design of City Library. There will be period music courtesy of the Lord Mayor’s harpist, children’s story telling, a fashion show of period costumes and much more!

Remember all events are free and there is no need to book (however the behind the scenes tours are on a first come basis limited to twelve people).

You can expect to see:

7pm – 10:30pm
Health and Wellbeing display including a Nintendo Wii Fit demonstration

7:15pm – 8:15pm and 8:45pm – 9:45pm
Behind the scenes tour of City Library

7pm – 8:10pm
Renaissance fashion show with Julia Soares-McCormick. A very popular event which sold out quickly the last time Julia visited City Library.

7:15pm – 8pm
Chris Bostock -  storytelling in the children’s library

8:30pm – 9:30pm
Children’s crafts – play tudor games and make tudor ruffs and ancestral portraits.

Internet Taster Sessions
7:30pm – 8:30pm – Social networking
8:30pm – 9:30pm – Ancestry.co.uk and family history online
9:30pm – 10:30pm – Online dating

7pm – 11pm
Hidden treasures from our collection relating to Tudors and Stuarts will be on display on the Level 4 book gallery

7:15pm – 8pm and 8:30pm – 9:15pm
Tudor and Stewart Newcastle – a workshop exploring evidence from the Special Collections of the City Library

8pm – 9pm
Harpist performance

A full programme of all the other participating buildings and organisations can be found on the Late Shows website.

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Monday 8 March

Pop in for a coffee and a chat at West End Library all day or at Denton Burn Library from 10am – 12noon.

Tuesday 9 March

Women at work: women of WW2, 2pm – 4pm at City Library, is a talk and workshop using heritage resources illustrating women’s war effort in the region. Part of the North East Festival of Learning.

There’s also a coffee morning from 10am – 12noon at Moorside Library. Share stories, experiences and information. Refreshments and cakes provided. All welcome including children.

Wednesday 10 March

Anne Perry is a bestselling crime writer and will be visiting City Library from 2pm – 4pm. Anne will talk about her new book Execution Dock. Suitable for ages 16 years and over. This event is free but places must be booked in advance by phoning 0191 2774100 or emailing information@newcastle.gov.uk.

Thursday 11 March

New Writing North has selected Carolyn as one of the Read Regional poets and authors who will tour the region this year promoting their books.  Carolyn Jess-Cooke will launch her new collection of poems Inroads at City Library from 6pm – 7:45pm. This event is suitable for ages 16 years and over. No tickets are required, just turn up.

Friday 12 March

Them Wifies and Theatre Pie perform Breaking the Cycle at City Library from 2:30pm – 3:15pm. Theatre Pie is a young women’s drama group who have recently created a play called “Breaking the cycle” which aims to raise awareness about domestic violence and the support available to women in the north east. Suitable for ages 16 years and over. No need to book, just turn up.

Sunday 14 March

Janet Bennett, harpist and singer with a striking gold harp and beautiful voice, will conclude the special celebrations of the week. Janet will perform a range of music and songs, including Northumbrian and Scottish airs at City Library from 4pm – 4:45pm. This is suitable for ages 16 years and over. No need to book, just turn up.

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All colleagues who work with primary aged children in Newcastle and the North East (e.g. teachers, librarians and children’s centre staff etc) are invited to an interactive morning which will consist of keynote addresses from Educational and Culture Consultant Caroline Redmond, who will look at the wider context for ‘reading for pleasure’, and from Rebecca Kennedy UKLA who will be discussing the impact of Summer Reading Challenge.

During the rest of the morning there will be a choice of workshops delivered by Seven Stories and Eric Ferguson (Senior Primary Consultant for School Improvement in Newcastle) and are designed for you to gain practical ideas about how to develop children’s understanding of texts and how you can keep on top of latest literary developments. The conference will also include a chance to network, have a tour around the new City Library and come away enthused with new ideas about how to encourage a love of reading in children and with practical strategies to support comprehension and the reading of texts.

For a detailed programme and application form, please email Anne Archer at anne.archer@newcastle.gov.uk

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An exhibition of Ron Thornton’s paintings of the North East coast. His new book will also be available for sale.

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Focusing on how human rights affect all the people of Newcastle. Events include exhibtions, speakers and our annual Citizen’s Day.

Take a look a the Newcastle City for Peace website.

For more information contact Angela Hamilton on 0191 2115019 or email enquiries@newcastlecityforpeace.co.uk

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Holocaust Memorial Day is on 27th January 2010.

Based around the national theme of the hopes and dreams of survivors, City Library events include a photographic exhibition.

For more information click here.

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