Everything you need to know about the Christmas events at Darlington Library

Last week Darlington Libraries opened up the Grotto experiences and already children are loving seeing Santa and his two elves.

Included in the visit is a present for underneath your tree and some reindeer food to show Santa the way on Christmas Eve.

This week there are parties with the Grinch and Cindy-Lou lined up and live music on Saturday.

(Image: Darlington Borough Council) A Darlington Libraries spokesperson said: “On Wednesday (11 Dec) Darlington Libraries opened up its first Santa’s Grotto experiences. Babies and preschool children had a personal meet and greet with Santa Claus and his two elves, and received a gift-wrapped present for underneath the tree, alongside some (animal-friendly) reindeer food to sprinkle outside their house on Christmas Eve to help Santa and his faithful reindeer to find their way. 

“Alongside festive crafts and a trail, children and their families had a magical time. 

“There is more festive fun to come with a (fully booked) party with The Grinch and Cindy-Lou, and there’s live music from the Voices of Darlington from 11am on Saturday (14 Dec) (Free- drop in).

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“Next week there will be Christmas Parties and more Santa’s Grotto experiences for families, as well as Thursday movie nights, Christmas Craft sessions for adults and children, and more live music. 

“The library is free to visit and there are many specially-selected Christmas books to borrow for all ages. 

“More details on our programme can be found on our website www.darlngton.gov.uk/library.”