Our Programs

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    Newcastle Art Fair

    Our biggest day of the year. Local artists and makers fill Avalon Newcastle Commons each July for a free, family-friendly outdoor fair.

  • Fall Art Exhibition poster

    Fall Art Exhibition

    Artists from Newcastle and neighboring communities show their work at Newcastle Library each September. The call for artists opens in early summer.

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    Youth Art Exhibition

    Each March, young artists from kindergarten through 12th grade at local schools exhibit at Newcastle Library, and visitors vote for their favorites.

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    Film Series

    Free quarterly screenings followed by a discussion with University of Washington film historian Lance Rhoades. Space is limited, so RSVP to newcastlewaarts@gmail.com.

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    Family Programs

    Monthly drop-in programs at Newcastle Library, including Story Time Yoga with Kids (ages 3–8) and bilingual Paper Cutting and Crafts. Supplies provided; no registration needed.

  • Cultural Celebrations

    Dance, music, art, and food celebrating the traditions of our community, from Lunar New Year and Nowruz to Diwali, the Festival of Lights.

  • Songs of the Season

    A Newcastle holiday tradition each December. Students from local schools perform seasonal music at The Marketplace at Factoria. Bring the family and sing along.

  • Holiday Market

    Shop handmade gifts from local artists and makers. This year: Saturday, November 28, 12–6 PM in the Safeway parking lot, 6911 Coal Creek Parkway SE.

  • Public Art

    We strive to bring more public art to our community. Check out our Free Little Art Gallery, utility boxes, murals, and glass sculpture!

  • Adult Programs

    Classes and activities for adults 18+ at Newcastle Library, including Slow Flow Yoga for Adults, a gentle all-levels class led by Soul Lumos. Registration requested at kcls.org.