Magical creatures, life as an Egyptian, robot winter sports and more! Lots of half-term activities on offer at the Borough's libraries

Councillor Jim Beall, Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council's Cabinet Member for Health, Leisure and Culture, said: "There's lots going on in our libraries during the school holidays and with so much on offer there's something for everyone.

"Have a look through the list of activities on offer and see what fun your kids can get up to this half-term.

"And please remember to book a place for your child if you're interested to make sure they don't miss out."

The activities are aimed at children aged four to 11, unless stated otherwise.

Here is what's on offer...

Magical Creatures with Animal Story

Animal Story with their magical creatures will be visiting our libraries this half-term. Come along and meet Niffler the hedgehog, Fudge the Skunk and more magical creatures.

There will also be a chance to hold or stroke some of the creatures! Suitable for al ages.

Billingham Library (Monday, February 21 from 11am-12pm)

Yarm Library (Monday, February 21 from 1.30pm-2.30pm)

Ingleby Barwick Library (Wednesday, February 23 from 1.30pm-2.30pm)

Thornaby Central Library (Friday, February 25 from 11am-12pm)

Stockton Central Library (Friday, February 25 from 1.30pm-2.30pm)

Up! Up and Away!

Make a kite decoration with lots of things to decorate it with! Suitable for all ages.

Norton Library (Wednesday, February 23 from 10am-11am)

Fairfield Library (Wednesday, February 23 from 1pm-2pm)

Step into Spring

Let's make bugs, birds and a nest!

Ingleby Barwick Library (Thursday, February 24 from 1.30pm until 2.30pm)

Catching the Sun

Join us in making a variety of colourful and eye-catching suncatchers.

Roseworth Library (Tuesday, February 22 from 11am-12pm)

Expedition to Ancient Egypt (Stockton Central Library)

Join us at Stockton Central Library as we travel back to a time of Pharaohs and Pyramids. There are a number of activities taking place as set out below:

Life as a Pharoah (Monday, February 24 from 2.30pm-4.30pm)

Write like an Egyptian (Tuesday, February 22 from 2.30pm-4.30pm)

Build a Pyramid (Wednesday, February 23 from 2.30pm-4.30pm)

Prepare the Pyramid (Thursday, February 24 from 2.30pm-4.30pm)

Make a Mummy (Friday, February 25 from 2.30pm-4.30pm)

Exploring the Pyramid (Saturday, February 26 from 2.30pm-4.30pm. Please note this activity is only suitable for children aged 13 and over)

There are also sessions tailored specifically for children on the autistic spectrum. They are as follows:

Thursday, February 24 from 10.30am-12pm

Friday, February 25 from 10.30am-12pm

Robot Winter Sports

Try your hand at skiing, curling and ice hockey with robots!

Thornaby Central Library (Monday, February 21 from 2pm-3pm)

Thornaby Library, Gilmour Street (Wednesday, February 23 from 10am-11am)

Mother's Day Craft

Make your mum smile this Mother's Day with the perfect card, made with love from you!

Thornaby Central Library (Thursday, February 24 from 3.30pm-4.30pm)

Bugs and Butterflies

Come along and have some crafty creepy crawly and beautiful butterfly fun!

Yarm Library (Wednesday, February 23 from 10.30am-11.30am)

How do I book a place?

To book a place, please get in touch with the library where the activity is being held. Here are the contact details you need:

Billingham Library (01642 528084)

Fairfield Library (01642 527962)

Ingleby Barwick Library (01642 528528)

Norton Library (01642 528019)

Roseworth Library (01642 528098)

Stockton Central Library (01642 526522)

Thornaby Central Library (01642 528117)

Thornaby Library, Gilmour Street (01642 528150)

Yarm Library (01642 528152).