ALT A graphic, with Easter-themed illustrations, listing the Easter holiday programme at the Creative Smart City Hub @ Houghton Library

ALT A graphic, with Easter-themed illustrations, listing the Easter holiday programme at the Creative Smart City Hub @ Washington Library

ALT A graphic, with Easter-themed illustrations, listing the Easter holiday programme at the City Library

ALT Young people gathered close together and looking at a graphic novel. Text at the top reads: 'If you're into it, read into it. Discover more at goallin.org.uk Go All In / National Year of Reading 2026 logo appears bottom right.

ALT Promotional graphic with an image from the film, and text reading: FREE! Lilo and Stitch Saturday 10 January, 1pm - 3pm Creative Smart City Hub @ Washington Library Saturday 17 January, 11am - 1pm Creative Smart City Hub @ Houghton Library Grab your popcorn for a funny and heartwarming free family film screening adventure where a young Hawaiian girl meets a furry alien outlaw... Rating: U. Film Runtime: 108 Mins culturehousesunderland.co.uk/events Logos: Funded by UK Government, and Culture House Sunderland

ALT A promotional graphic for the Maker Space 'Design and Make Your Own Tote Bag' session, Creative Smart City Hub @ Washington Library, Tuesday 23 December 10.30am - 12.30pm, ages 9 , £7

ALT A promotional graphic for the Maker Space 'Design and Make Your Own Christmas Mug' session, Creative Smart City Hub @ Washington Library, Tuesday 23 December 1.30pm - 3.30pm, ages 12 , £6

ALT A promotional graphic for the Maker Space 'Design and Make Your Own Christmas Mug' session, Creative Smart City Hub @ Washington Library, Tuesday 23 December 1.30pm - 3.30pm, ages 12 , £6

ALT A white mug printed with the words Merry Christmas, plus Christmas lights and stars

ALT Promotional graphic for upcoming events with illustrations of a Christmas tree and two wrapped Christmas gifts. Funded by UK Government (logo) Christmas in your area Rudolph’s Christmas Hunt Thu 18 - Wed 24 Dec, All day (children of all ages) WEAR Celebrating the Season Thu 18 Dec, 10am - City (adults) Children’s Christmas Celebration Sat 20 Dec, 1pm - City (children of all ages) Dungeons and Dragons Sat 20 Dec, 12.30pm - Washington (11-16 years) Little Red Riding Hood By Theatre Space North East £5 (children of all ages) Sat 20 Dec, 12pm - Washington Mon 22 Dec, 12pm - Houghton Makerspace: Design and Make Your Own Tote Bag Tue 23 Dec, 10.30am - Washington £7 (ages 9 ) Makerspace: Design and Make Your Own Christmas Mug Tue 23 Dec, 1.30pm - Washington £6 (ages 12 ) culturehousesunderland.co.uk/events Culture House Sunderland (logo)

ALT Logo: Culture House Sunderland Creative Smart City Hubs @ Washington and Houghton Libraries Christmas Opening Hours Wednesday 24 December: 9.30am - 2pm Christmas Day and Boxing Day: Closed Saturday 27 December: 10am - 2pm Houghton 10am - 4pm Washington Monday 29 December: 9.30am - 5pm Tuesday 30 December: 9.30am - 5pm Wednesday 31 December: 9.30am - 2pm Thursday 1 January: Closed Usual opening hours from Friday 2 January Website: culturehousesunderland.co.uk The image includes a photo of a Christmas tree and illustrations of two sprigs of holly.

ALT A promotional graphic for the Maker Space 'Design and Make Your Own Tote Bag' session, Creative Smart City Hub @ Washington Library, Tuesday 23 December 10.30am - 12.30pm, ages 9 , £7

ALT Promotional graphic with illustrations of a reindeer, a snowman, and a sprig of holly. Text reads: City Library @ Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens Burdon Road, Sunderland SR1 1PP Children's Christmas Celebration City Library @ Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens Saturday 20 December, 1pm - 3pm Join us for Christmas stories, music and crafts, as well as delicious snacks and festive face painting! Come in your favourite Christmas jumper or most sparkly dress, and get in the party spirit! Suitable for children of all ages and free to attend. culturehousesunderland.co.uk/events Logos: Funded by UK Government, and Culture House Sunderland

ALT Promotional graphic with illustrations of Santa and a Christmas tree. Text reads: Rhyme & Shine: Christmas Specials Creative Smart City Hub @ Washington Library Tuesday 16 December, 10am - 10.45am Creative Smart City Hub @ Houghton Library Wednesday 17 December, 10am - 10.45am City Library @ Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens Wednesday 17 December, 10am - 10.45am & 11am - 11.45am Free to attend. Suitable for children up to 4 years old. culturehousesunderland.co.uk/events Logos: Funded by UK Government, and Culture House Sunderland

ALT Graphic with a promotional image for Little Red Riding Hood, plus illustrations of holly and a boxed gift tied with ribbon. Text reads: Little Red Riding Hood Creative Smart City Hub @ Washington Library Saturday 20 December, 12pm Creative Smart City Hub @ Houghton Library Monday 22 December, 12pm After their hit run of The Frog Prince in 2024, Theatre Space North East return with their vibrant brand of fairytale telling - full of life, humour, puppetry, song and a festive twist. Tickets £5 - all ages welcome Creative Smart City Hub @ Houghton Library culturehousesunderland.co.uk/events Logos: Funded by UK Government, and Culture House Sunderland

ALT Promotional graphic with illustrations of a sleigh filled with presents, and a Christmas tree. Text reads: Creative Smart City Hub @ Washington Library, Independence Square, Washington NE38 7RZ Dungeons and Dragons Saturday 20 December 12.30pm - 3.30pm Join in with a festive adventure, gather your party and help to save Kringlefest from failure after an ancient evil is awakened. Whether you’re a seasoned or novice adventurer, ready your bows and swords to defend the festive season. All are welcome! Aimed at young people 11- 16 (limited spaces - please book in advance) culturehousesunderland.co.uk/events Logos: Funded by UK Government, and Culture House Sunderland

ALT A promotional graphic for the Maker Space 'Design and 3D Print a Christmas Tree Decoration' session, Creative Smart City Hub @ Washington Library, Sat 13 Dec 10.30am - 12.30pm, ages 12 , £5