Caerphilly Learning Festival

Adult Learners Week

18-26 May 2013

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800 fun learning events and taster sessions Wales-wide Over 20,000 people across Wales trying something new Dont miss out!

Whats on

For further information on these and other free learning events and activities call

0800100900 or visit www.yourfuturechoiceaction.org.uk

CASE STUDY LOUISE BOWDEN

Louise achieves her ambition through essential skills

Despite reading history at University (and gaining a good qualification), Louise Bowden found she had trouble with her Essential Skills, a problem associated with her issues with dyscalculia. Hoping to enhance her job prospects Louise began a course with Community Education to try and achieve her ambition to work as a Teaching Assistant. Louises confidence has grown considerably and she credits this to her progress within numeracy; an area she thought she would never grasp. Her hard work has finally paid off and Louise now works as an Assistant Support Worker for Reach Independent Living Services. Being unemployed can really knock your confidence, says Louise but by returning to learning, and facing my issues I feel positive and capable of achieving my goals.

Nelson Library, Commercial Street, Nelson CF46 6NF

Machen Village Hall/Machen Library, The Crescent, Machen CF83 8ND

Colour Analysis Style and Image Demonstration

May 13, 2:15pm 3:45pm

Poems and Pimms hosted by Phil Carradice

May 16, 7pm 8:30pm

Do you know what colours suit you? Would you like to find out more? Then come along to the colour analysis, style and image demonstration.
Contact: Dawn Isaacs 01443 451632 libnels@caerphilly.gov.uk Machen Library, The Crescent, Machen CF83 8ND

Welsh writer and poet Phil Carradice will host an open mic session for both new or more experienced writers and poets to read their own literary works, in a welcoming environment. Booking required.
Contact: Catherine Morgan 01633 440330 libmach@caerphilly.gov.uk Blackwood Miners Institute (Ground Floor Bar), High Street, Blackwood NP12 1BB

Basic neck, shoulder, hand massage techniques

May 14, 11am

Basic techniques for clothed back, neck, shoulder and hand massage demonstrated by Claire Wood from 'Pamper Haven' at Machen.
Catherine Morgan 01633 440330 libmach@caerphilly.gov.uk

Employability, Volunteering & Skills Fair

May 16, 10am 2pm

Meet training providers and employment initiatives for information on training & development, learning new skills, volunteering and improving employability prospects.
Contact: Danielle Wing 07557 014222 or 01495 356749 danielle.wing@newport.ac.uk

Llanbradach Library, School Street, Llanbradach CF83 3PA

Rhymney Library, Victoria Road, Rhymney NP22 5NU

Colour Analysis
May 17, 10am 11am

An Introduction to Family History Research

May 20, 3:30pm 5pm

Colour Analysis Style and Image Demonstration: a chance to boost self confidence and enhance your mood.
Contact: Jeanette Day 02920 886521 liblab2@caerphilly.gov.uk Online event - www.openuniversity.co.uk/yourfuture

Come along for an introduction to the study of family history and the main sources that will kick-start your research!
Contact: Saran Pope 01685 840606 librhym@caerphilly.gov.uk Pengam Library, Ivor Street, Pengam, Blackwood NP12 3RF

Open University Family Learning Day online activities

May 18, All day event

Summer Flowers in Sugarcraft demonstration

May 20, 11:30am 12:30pm

FREE online activities & courses from OpenLearn to celebrate Family Learning. Use our pre-school reading app Our Story, plus Child of Our Time, & our Family Fortunes game.
Contact: Helen Nelmes 029 2026 2774 h.p.nelmes@open.ac.uk Rhymney Library, Victoria Road, Rhymney NP22 5NU

Sugarcraft demonstration with an opportunity to ask questions, get advice and have a go yourself.
Contact: Samantha Beckett 01443 831739 libpeng@caerphilly.gov.uk Bargoed @ Centre, Unit 2 Emporium Buildings, Bargoed CF81 8RD

Pop in for a Knit & Knatter!

May 20, 2pm 3pm

Try your Hand at Jewellery

May 20, 2pm 3pm

An informal introduction to the world of knitting where you can either watch & learn or join in.
Contact: Saran Pope 01685 840606 librhym@caerphilly.gov.uk

An opportunity try your hand at aspects of jewellery making. Booking required.

Contact: Sian Stafford 01443 875598 sstafford@ystrad-mynach.ac.uk

skills for life day

Monday 20 May

My day has come!

Bargoed @ Centre, Unit 2 Emporium Buildings, Bargoed CF81 8RD

New Tredegar Library, School Street, New Tredegar NP24 6DW

Ready! Steady! Get IT!

May 20, 1pm 4pm

Pop in for a Knit & Knatter!

May 20, 10am 12pm

Taster Session for all aspects of IT especially for those wishing to develop their own skills whether for gaining employment or pleasure and how to stay safe on-line.
Contact: Sian Stafford 01443 875598 sstafford@ystrad-mynach.ac.uk Deri Library, Bailey Street, Deri CF81 9HT

An informal introduction to the world of knitting where you can either watch & learn or join in.
Contact: Damon Christopher 01443 875550 libnewt@caerphilly.gov.uk Bargoed @ Centre, Unit 2 Emporium Buildings, Bargoed CF81 8RD

An Introduction to Family History Research

May 20, 10:30am 12pm

Conversational Welsh
May 20, 11:30am 12:30pm

Come along for an introduction to the study of family history and the main sources that will kick-start your research!
Contact: Julie Thomas 01443 875549 libderi@caerphilly.gov.uk White Rose Information & Resource Centre, Elliotstown, New Tredegar NP24 6DW

The taster will give residents an opportunity to learn everyday phrases and vocabulary. A course will follow if enough support is shown. Booking required.
Contact: Sian Stafford 01443 875598 sstafford@ystrad-mynach.ac.uk Bargoed @ Centre, Unit 2 Emporium Buildings, Upper High Street, Bargoed CF81 8RD

A Way with the Waxing Iron

May 20, 5pm 7pm

British Sign Language

May 20, 12.30pm - 1.30pm

A chance for local residents to learn about the popular art of creating beautiful pictures using bees' wax and travel irons!
Contact: Damon Christopher 01443 878094 libnewt@caerphilly.gov.uk Risca Adult Education Centre, Oxford House, Grove Road, Risca NP11 6GN

An opportunity for residents to gain an understanding of how to use British Sign Language at home, in work and when socialising. A follow on course will be arranged if there is enough support.
Contact: Sian Stafford 01443 875598 sstafford@ystrad-mynach.ac.uk Rhymney Library, Victoria Road, Rhymney NP22 5NU

Psychology Taster
May 20, 7pm 9pm

Suitable for learners who either wish to find out more generally about psychology or those who are thinking about studying psychology at a higher level and don't know where to start. Booking required.
Contact: Angela Griffiths 01633 612245 griffa3@caerphilly.gov.uk

Craft Taster Session

May 20, 10am 12pm

A 2 hour taster session in a craft based activity. Everyones welcome, come along and have a go!
Contact: Jayne Murphy 01495 369869 j.murphy@weasouthwales.org.uk

Online event - www.openuniversity.co.uk/yourfuture

Online event - www.openuniversity.co.uk/yourfuture

Open University online Skills for Life

May 20, All day event

Open University online Culture and Heritage activities

May 21, All day event

FREE online activities and courses to develop new skills for life how to manage your personal finance, get to grips with people skills, or try getting started with maths.
Contact: Helen Nelmes 029 2026 2774 h.p.nelmes@open.ac.uk Routes 2 Life Project site, Twyn Gwyn Road Cwmfelin Fach, Mynyddislwyn NP117BA

Discover more about your cultural heritage revisit The Story of Wales from 2012, try a free beginners Welsh course & new for 2013, OU/BBC production 'Working Classes'.
Contact: Helen Nelmes 029 2026 2774 h.p.nelmes@open.ac.uk Caerphilly Leisure Centre, Virginia Park, Virginia Close, Caerphilly CF83 3SW

Family sow it, grow it, build it...

May 20 - May 23, 3:30pm 6pm

Parent Network PlaNet Event

May 21, 9.30am 1.00pm

Family fun day for all those involved. Your chance to participate in a number of activities together such as bulb planting, window box and bird feeder making as well as guided nature walks. Booking required.
Contact: Anthony Carr 01495 222605 anthony.carr@groundwork.org.uk

Open to all parents and carers of children and young people aged 0 - 25yrs, with free transport and creche provided if required. It is an information and consultation event including a presentation on the recent Families First Evaluation, a consultation by the Caerphilly Youth Forum on the theme of Leisure and a marketplace where a range of family support organisations will be on hand to offer advice and information. To book a place or for more information:
Contact: Holly Armitage 01443 875444

family and intergenerational learning

day

Saturday 18 May

My day has come!

Bargoed Library, Hanbury Chapel, Hanbury Road, Bargoed, CF81 8QR

Bedwas Library, Newport Road, Bedwas CF83 8BJ

Family History Research - An Introduction to Census and Civil Registration Records

May 21, 10am 12pm

The work of Ruperra Conservation Trust

May 21, 6pm 7:15pm

An introductory session to census and civil registration records for those conducting family history research. Booking required.
Contact: Steve King 01443 875548 kingss@caerphilly.gov.uk Bargoed Library, Hanbury Road, Bargoed CF88 8QT

If you love the countryside and are interested in conservation, trees and wildlife, then come along to a talk and photographic display about the Coed Cae Ruperra woodland near Draethen. Booking required.
Contact: Elaine Hempstead 02920 852542 libbed@caerphilly.gov.uk White Rose Resource Centre, Elliots Town, New Tredegar NP24 6EF

Community Development Taster

May 21, 9:30am 10:30am

Tills and Frills

May 21, 10am 4pm

If you work or volunteer in your community, then this taster will give you the opportunity to examine the values of Community Development and find out how these can improve your ways of working.
Contact: Lise Jacobsen 01495 333 789 lise.jacobsen@newport.ac.uk Bargoed Library, Hanbury Road, Bargoed CF88 8QT

Aimed at people who would like to gain confidence in using a till and serving customers for the first time, looking at basic till functions & operations, good customer service & cash handling skills. Booking required.
Contact: Helen Courquin 01443 878090 hmcourquin@aol.com Risca Palace Library, 75 Tredegar Street, Risca, NP11 6BW

Community Reporting
May 21, 10:30am 11:30am

Tell the world what's going on in your community by becoming a local reporter for where you live, work or play. This taster will introduce you to film-making, blogging, podcasting and editorial skills.
Contact: Annette Roche 01495 333 789 annette.roche@newport.ac.uk

Reading Group
May 21, 6pm 7pm

A very friendly reading group who meet on the third Tuesday of every month to discuss a chosen book title.
Contact: Diane Clarke 01443 864780 librisca@caerphilly.gov.uk Rhymney Library, Victoria Road, Rhymney NP22 5NU

Get to grips with iTechnology

May 21, 2:30pm 4:30pm

Workshop session giving practical advice on how to make the most of your iphones, ipads and other igadgets!
Contact: Saran Pope 01685 840606 librhym@caerphilly.gov.uk

Machen Library, The Crescent, Machen CF83 8ND

Knit and Natter

May 21, 10:30am 11:30am

Risca Adult Education Centre, Oxford House, Grove Road, Risca NP11 6GN

German Taster
May 22, 7pm 9pm

Come along and join our established 'Knit and Natter' group for an informal chat and introduction to knitting.
Contact: Catherine Morgan 01633 440330 libmach@caerphilly.gov.uk Bargoed Library, Hanbury Road, Bargoed CF81 8QR

Opportunity to have a taster session in the German language. Booking required.

Contact: Angela Griffiths 01633 612245 griffa3@caerphilly.gov.uk Caerphilly Leisure Centre, Virginia Park, Caerphilly CF83 3SW

National exercise referral session

May 21, 1pm 3pm

Active Living Taster Session

May 22, 11am 1pm

The session involves a referral to the National Exercise Referral Scheme by the visiting health professional, who is able to assess conditions that will benefit from it. Pop in for an assessment.
Contact: Vicki Hyams 01443 875548 hyamsv@caerphilly.gov.uk Cefn Fforest Community Centre, Derwendeg Avenue, Cefn Fforest Blackwood NP12 3LW

Active Living will introduce you to some key issues surrounding active living and how to achieve a more active lifestyle. This taster session can lead to further courses.
Contact: Kathryn Miles 01685 726164 kathryn.miles@uhovi.ac.uk Bargoed @ Centre, Unit 2 Emporium Buildings, Bargoed CF81 8RD

Skills for All

May 21 - May 23, 10am 4pm

Ready! Steady! Get IT!

May 22, 1pm 4pm

Exhibitions of Arts & Crafts. Demonstrations of watercolour painting, cooking, patchwork and quilting, computer calendars and photography.
Contact: Marian Edwards 01443 833212 marian17@sky.com

Taster Session for all aspects of IT especially for those wishing to develop their own skills whether for gaining employment or pleasure and how to stay safe on-line.
Contact: Sian Stafford 01443 875598 sstafford@ystrad-mynach.ac.uk

Rhymney Library, Victoria Road, Rhymney NP22 5NU

Abercarn Library, 1 Duffryn Court, Abercarn NP11 5DT

Life, Language & Leisure in Rhymney & District Before Industry

May 22, 5:30pm 6:30pm

Saving the Wild Dogs of South Africa, a talk by Annette O'Connell

May 22, 2:30pm 4:30pm

Come and find out more in a talk and presentation given by Colin Morgan on the local history of Rhymney and the surrounding area.
Contact: Saran Pope 01685 840606 librhym@caerphilly.gov.uk Bargoed @ Centre, Unit 2 Emporium Buildings, Bargoed CF81 8RD

Annette will talk about a project to save the wild dogs of South Africa, a project she has recently been involved with. She will use photographs she has taken to complement the talk.
Contact: Cheryl Harris 01495 244393 libaberc@caerphilly.gov.uk Ystrad Mynach Library, High Street, Ystrad Mynach CF82 7BB

Basic Skills
May 22, 1pm 2pm

A Photographic look through Ystrad Mynach and the Local Area

May 22, 10am 12pm

An opportunity to brush up on your Maths and English. Booking required.

Contact: Sian Stafford 01443 875598 sstafford@ystrad-mynach.ac.uk Cwm Ifor Primary School, Heol Aneurin, Penyrheol, Caerphilly CF83 2PG

A talk on the history of the local Ystrad Mynach area with an accompanying slide show presentation.
Contact: Yvonne Ryall 01443 812988 libystr@caerphilly.gov.uk Oakdale Library, Central Buildings, Cwrt Cwmderwen, Oakdale, Blackwood NP12 0JT

Ready! Steady! Get IT!

May 22, 10am 12pm

This taster session will offer local people a chance to get 'a feel' for computers. If enough interest is shown a follow on course will be set up.
Contact: Rhos Griffiths 01443 810128 rgriffiths@ystrad-mynach.ac.uk Deri Library, Bailey Street, Deri CF81 9HT

Handmade bag-charm and earring making demonstration

May 22, 10:30am 11:30am

A demonstration on how to make your own bag charm and earrings. Each attendee will leave the event with something they have made.
Contact: Samantha Beckett 01495 223545 liboakd@caerphilly.gov.uk

Fair Trade Chat & Taste

May 22, 10:30am 12:30pm

Pop in for a chat and sample some Fair Trade products that can be found in your local supermarket.
Contact: Julie Thomas 01443 875549 libderi@caerphilly.gov.uk

Crosskeys Campus, Risca Road, Crosskeys NP11 7ZA

New Tredegar Library, School Street, New Tredegar NP24 6DW

Coleg Gwent Open Evening

May 22, 5pm 8pm

Take a Byte out of Computers!

May 22, 9:30am 11:30am

The ideal opportunity to come and see for yourself what we have to offer. Take a look at the facilities, speak to tutors, get advice on the right course for you and get a feel for college life.
Contact: College Admissions 01495 333 777 info@coleggwent.ac.uk White Rose Information & Resource Centre, Elliotstown, New Tredegar NP24 6DW

Come along to this open session where you can learn more about computers.
Contact: Damon Christopher 01443 875550 libnewt@caerphilly.gov.uk Neuadd St Cattwg Community Hall, Church Road, Gelligaer CF82 8FW

Ready! Steady! Get IT!

May 22, 1pm 3pm

Get to grips with iTechnology

May 22, 2:30pm 4:30pm

Workshop session giving practical advice on how to make the most of your iphones, ipads and other igadgets!
Contact: Damon Christopher 01443 878094 libnewt@caerphilly.gov.uk

A hands-on practical session to improve IT skills. Open to residents of Gelligaer and Penybryn communities. To be followed up with a course if enough people are interested.
Contact: Nancy Harris 01443 810128 nharris@ystrad-mynach.ac.uk White Rose Information and Resource Centre, Elliotstown, New Tredegar NP24 6DW

Discover your Creative Side!

May 22, 1pm 3pm

Come along and have fun with art. Try your hand at creating a 2D picture using drawing techniques, paints and collage.
Contact: Nancy Harris 01443 810128 nharris@ystrad-mynach.ac.uk

digital day

Friday 24 May

My day has come!

Risca Palace Library, Unit B, 75 Tredegar St, Risca NP11 6BW

Online event - www.openuniversity.co.uk/yourfuture

A basic introduction of Family History with Steve Kings

May 22, 10am 12pm An introduction to starting Family Histor.y Contact: Marilyn Williams 01443 864780 willim5@caerphilly.gov.uk Online event - www.openuniversity.co.uk/yourfuture

Open University Learning @ Work Day online activities

May 23, All day event

Improve your prospects & change your life OU study is part-time & fits around you. About 70% of OU students work while studying. Look at OU free resources on OpenLearn.
Contact: Helen Nelmes 029 2026 2774 h.p.nelmes@open.ac.uk Ystrad Mynach Library, High Street, Ystrad Mynach, CF82 7BB

Open University online Health & Wellbeing activities

May 22, All day event

FREE online health courses & activities from OpenLearn - why not try our Olympisize Me game to see which sport suits you or try our course on improving aerobic fitness.
Contact: Helen Nelmes 029 2026 2774 h.p.nelmes@open.ac.uk

Knit 'n' Natter

May 23, 10am 12pm

A demonstration of knitting techniques with plenty of time for nattering!

Contact: Yvonne Ryall 01443 812988 ryally@caerphilly.gov.uk Caerphilly Library, Morgan Jones Park, Caerphilly CF83 1AP

Flower Arranging Demonstration

May 23, 10:30am 11:30am

Interested in Flower Arranging? You are invited to attend a Flower Arranging Demonstration where you can learn more and get advice.
Contact: Jennifer Firth 029 2085 2543 firthj@caerphilly.gov.uk

learning at work

Thursday 23 May

day

My day has come!

The Twyn Community Centre, Twyn Square, Caerphilly CF83 1JL

Hengoed Primary Shool, Chapel Terrace, Hengoed CF82 8JU

Learning 4 Life Taster

May 23, 12:30pm 3:30pm

Ready! Steady! Get IT!

May 23, 10am 12pm

All 16 -19 year olds welcome to attend a Learning 4 Life taster. Session will include Cookery, Art & Craft and Employability skills.
Contact: Elizabeth Stokes 07966981081 elizabethstokes@llamau.org.uk The College Rhymney, Whitbread Enterprise Centre, The Walk, Rhymney NP22 5XE

IT Taster workshop to encourage parents/ grandparents and wider family members to improve their computer skills. An IT course will follow if enough interest is shown.
Contact: Rhos Griffiths 01443 810128 rgriffiths@ystrad-mynach.ac.uk Rhymney Library, Victoria Road, Rhymney NP22 5NU

Welcome to Higher Education with UHOVI

May 23, 4pm 7pm

A Way with the Waxing Iron

May 23, 10am 12pm

Discover how UHOVI higher education courses at The College Rhymney can help improve skills and employment opportunities. Tutors will be available to provide information and answer any questions.
Contact: Nancy Harris 01443 810128 nharris@ystrad-mynach.ac.uk Plasyfelin Primary School, Lewis Drive, Churchill Park, Caerphilly CF83 3FT

A chance for local residents to learn about the popular art of creating beautiful pictures using bees' wax and travel irons!
Contact: Saran Pope 01685 840606 librhym@caerphilly.gov.uk Blackwood Library, 192 High Street, Blackwood NP12 1AJ

Indian Head Massage demonstration

May 23, 11:30am 12:30pm

Ready! Steady! Get IT!

May 23, 1pm 3pm

IT Taster workshop to encourage parents/ grandparents and wider family members to improve their computer skills. An IT course will follow if enough interest is shown.
Contact: Rhos Griffiths 01443 810128 rgriffiths@ystrad-mynach.ac.uk

A demonstration of Indian Head Massage and how it can relieve the stresses of everyday life.
Contact: Samantha Beckett 01495 233000 libblack@caerphilly.gov.uk

Ever thought about trying something new, improving your skills or working towards a higher education qualification? UHOVI offers a range of short courses in local venues call 0800 1223 220 for our latest bite-sized brochure or visit www.uhovi.ac.uk

Nelson Library, Commercial Street, Nelson CF46 6NF

The Twyn Community Centre, Twyn Square, Caerphilly CF83 1JL

First Click
May 23, 10:15am 4:00pm

Learning 4 Life Women Only Taster

May 24, 12:30pm 3:30pm

Sign up for a taster session, and come and get online. Learn how to send emails, surf the internet, and buy bargains on ebay. Booking required.
Contact: Dawn Isaacs 01443 451632 libnels@caerphilly.gov.uk Caerphilly Castle, Castle Street, Caerphilly CF83 1JD

All women welcome to attend a Learning 4 Life taster. Session will include Cookery, Art & Craft and Employability skills.
Contact: Elizabeth Stokes 07966981081 elizabethstokes@llamau.org.uk Rhymney Library, Victoria Road, Rhymney NP22 5NU

Have a Gem of a Time!

May 24, 10am 11am

Historic Walk & Talk around Caerphilly Castle

May 24, 1:30pm 3:30pm

Come & join up with our local history tutor for an informative & friendly walk around Caerphilly Castle, maybe have a cup of tea afterwards in Glanmors Cafe!
Contact: Jayne Murphy 01495 369869 j.murphy@weasouthwales.org.uk Bargoed Library, Hanbury Chapel, Hanbury Road, Bargoed CF81 8QR

Come along for this basic jewellery making session where you can make & take-away your own creation!
Contact: Saran Pope 01685 840606 librhym@caerphilly.gov.uk Blackwood Library, 192 High Street, Blackwood NP12 1AJ

Flower Arranging demonstration

May 24, 10:30am 11:30am

Knit 'n' Natter

May 24, 10:30am 11:30am

A demonstration on flower arranging.

Contact: Samantha Beckett 01495 233000 libblack@caerphilly.gov.uk Blackwood Library, 192 High Street, Blackwood NP12 1AJ

A demonstration of knitting techniques with plenty of time for nattering!

Contact: Steve Kings 01443 875548 kingss@caerphilly.gov.uk Risca Palace Library, 75 Tredegar Street, Risca NP11 6BW

Digital Fridays
May 24, 10am 3pm

Crafters Corner
May 24, 11am 12pm

Free and informal IT drop in session offering help getting started, setting up email, searching for jobs, shopping online, finding information and social media.
Contact: Matthew Bevan 01443 864305 bevanm@caerphilly.gov.uk

Crafters meet informally every Friday morning at 11.00am to share crafting ideas and techniques e.g. Knitting, Crochet and Card Making.
Contact: Diane Clarke 01443 864780 librisca@caerphilly.gov.uk

Caerphilly Library, Morgan Jones Park, Caerphilly CF83 1AP

Abertridwr Library, Aberfawr Road, Abertridwr CF83 4EJ

Digital Fridays
May 24, 10am 3pm

Digital Fridays
May 24, 10am 1pm

Free and informal IT drop in session offering help getting started, setting up email, searching for jobs, shopping online, finding information and social media.
Contact: Matthew Bevan 01443 864305 bevanm@caerphilly.gov.uk Risca Palace Library, 75 Tredegar Street, Risca NP11 6BW

Free and informal IT drop in session offering help getting started, setting up email, searching for jobs, shopping online, finding information and social media.
Contact: Matthew Bevan 01443 864305 bevanm@caerphilly.gov.uk Bedwas Library, Newport Road, Bedwas CF83 8BJ

Digital Fridays
May 24, 10am 12:30pm

Digital Fridays
May 24, 10am 3pm

Free and informal IT drop in session offering help getting started, setting up email, searching for jobs, shopping online, finding information and social media.
Contact: Matthew Bevan 01443 864305 bevanm@caerphilly.gov.uk Rhymney Library, Victoria Road, Rhymney NP22 5NU

Free and informal IT drop in session offering help getting started, setting up email, searching for jobs, shopping online, finding information and social media.
Contact: Matthew Bevan 01443 864305 bevanm@caerphilly.gov.uk Llanbradach Library, School Street, Llanbradach CF83 3LB

Digital Fridays
May 24, 10am 1pm

Digital Fridays
May 24, 10am 1pm

Free and informal IT drop in session offering help getting started, setting up email, searching for jobs, shopping online, finding information and social media.
Contact: Matthew Bevan 01443 864305 bevanm@caerphilly.gov.uk Abercarn Library, High Street, Abercarn NP11 5GR

Free and informal IT drop in session offering help getting started, setting up email, searching for jobs, shopping online, finding information and social media.
Contact: Matthew Bevan 01443 864305 bevanm@caerphilly.gov.uk Nelson Library, Commercial Street, Nelson CF46 6NF

Digital Fridays
May 24, 10am 1pm

Digital Fridays
May 24, 10am 1pm

Free and informal IT drop in session offering help getting started, setting up email, searching for jobs, shopping online, finding information and social media.
Contact: Matthew Bevan 01443 864305 bevanm@caerphilly.gov.uk

Free and informal IT drop in session offering help getting started, setting up email, searching for jobs, shopping online, finding information and social media.
Contact: Matthew Bevan 01443 864305 bevanm@caerphilly.gov.uk

New Tredegar Library, White Rose Centre, New Tredegar NP24 6EF

Oakdale Community Centre, Penrhiw Ave, Oakdale, Blackwood NP12 0HN

Digital Fridays
May 24, 10am 1pm

Taster Session in Encaustic Art

May 24, 10am 12pm

Free and informal IT drop in session offering help getting started, setting up email, searching for jobs, shopping online, finding information and social media.
Contact: Matthew Bevan 01443 864305 bevanm@caerphilly.gov.uk Newbridge Library, Church Road, Newbridge NP11 4QP

A taster session using a travel iron & beeswax to create beautiful pictures. Artistic Skills not needed as everyone will be using electrical irons!
Contact: Jayne Murphy 01495 369869 j.murphy@weasouthwales.org.uk Oakdale Library, Cwrt Cwmderwen, Oakdale NP12 0JT

Digital Fridays
May 24, 10:30am 1:30pm

Digital Fridays
May 24, 10am 1pm

Free and informal IT drop in session offering help getting started, setting up email, searching for jobs, shopping online, finding information and social media.
Contact: Matthew Bevan 01443 864305 bevanm@caerphilly.gov.uk

Free and informal IT drop in session offering help getting started, setting up email, searching for jobs, shopping online, finding information and social media.
Contact: Matthew Bevan 01443 864305 bevanm@caerphilly.gov.uk Pengam Library, Ivor Street, Fleur-de-lis NP12 3RF

Digital Fridays
May 24, 10am 1pm

Free and informal IT drop in session offering help getting started, setting up email, searching for jobs, shopping online, finding information and social media.
Contact: Matthew Bevan 01443 864305 bevanm@caerphilly.gov.uk

one world
weekend

Saturday 25 & Sunday 26 May

My day has come!

Ystrad Mynach Library, High Street, Ystrad Mynach CF82 7BB

Online event - www.openuniversity.co.uk/yourfuture

Digital Fridays
May 24, 10am 1pm

Open University Digital Day online activities

May 24, All day event

Free and informal IT drop in session offering help getting started, setting up email, searching for jobs, shopping online, finding information and social media.
Contact: Matthew Bevan 01443 864305 bevanm@caerphilly.gov.uk Bargoed Library, Hanbury Road, Bargoed CF81 8QR

Develop your digital skills. Try fun sessions on OpenLearn from the science of chocolate, to the Periodic table. Or get to grips with what the internet has to offer.
Contact: Helen Nelmes 029 2026 2774 h.p.nelmes@open.ac.uk Online event - www.openuniversity.co.uk/yourfuture

Digital Fridays
May 24, 10am 3pm

Open University One World Weekend online activities

May 25, All day event

Free and informal IT drop in session offering help getting started, setting up email, searching for jobs, shopping online, finding information and social media.
Contact: Matthew Bevan 01443 864305 bevanm@caerphilly.gov.uk

FREE online activities and courses from OpenLearn to make you think about our world the OU/BBC Secrets of our Living Planet, to i-Spot where you can observe wildlife.
Contact: Helen Nelmes 029 2026 2774 h.p.nelmes@open.ac.uk

The 2013 Adult Learners Week in Wales will get off to a spellbinding start with

Family Storytelling Weekend 18 -19 May

In every culture in the world the sharing of stories between generations forms a fundamental part of life and learning how to live it. Stories help us to make sense of the world as adults as well as in childhood. We hope the weekends activities will include traditional storytelling, animation, digital storytelling, writing stories, tweeting them and many more activities. Look out for what is happening in your area or winging its way to you through the air by checking our Family Storytelling Weekend link at www.niacedc.org.uk

Crumlin Institute, The Square, Crumlin NP11 4QD

Crumlin Institute, The Square, Crumlin NP11 4QD

Street Art Workshop

May 28, 3:30pm 6pm

Strictly Make-up
May 30, 10am 1pm

Exploring various street artists and learning various techniques to help create some exciting art work. Booking required.
Contact: Katie Woodhouse 01495 244064 lccrum@caerphilly.gov.uk Crumlin Institute, The Square, Crumlin NP11 4QD

Strictly Make-up - learn how to look like the dancers on Strictly Come Dancing using gems, false eye lashes, glitter and make up. Booking required.
Contact: Katie Woodhouse 01495 244064 lccrum@caerphilly.gov.uk

How to take a good photograph

May 29, 12:30pm 3pm

This workshop will show you how to frame your photograph, getting the colours and contrast right. Booking required.
Contact: Katie Woodhouse 01495 244064 lccrum@caerphilly.gov.uk

WE LOVE LEARNING! FREE PRIZE DRAW

Tell us what youd like to learn next...hairdressing, welding, astrophysics, how to use the telly, Shakespeare... imagine the world is your oyster!
Name: Contact phone or email: I would love to learn about
(in 10 words or less)

Which taster did you attend today?

Bring this coupon along to a taster event taking place during Adult Learners Week and hand it in to be in for a chance of winning 100 CASH!
Must be 18 or over to enter. Draw takes place in July 2013. Winner will be notified via contact details given above. See www.niacedc.org.uk for more info