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Would you like to learn new skills and make new friends? There’s something for everyone at local libraries.

You can take up a hobby, discover your family tree or gain skills that will help you at work or to find a new job. For the very young, there are stories and rhyme times. Whilst for the young at heart, there are 'silver surfing' computer taster sessions. 

To find out what’s on at libraries near you, use the form on the right. We're adding new events to this site all of the time. So if you don't find what you're looking for the first time, come back and have another look.

Most events are open to all, some may need prior booking and, although we update this site regularly, details may change. It’s always best to check before you go!

Computers and Internet
The Libraries and Information Access Zone
Free
The Libraries and Information Access Zone, Sunderland
Takes place weekly on Thursday until Thu Dec 23 2010 .
Thu 7 Jan 2010 9:30am - 4:00pm
Across the city
The Libraries and Information Access Zone Project is a mobile ICT learning unit that works with groups across the City of...
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Over 50s
Nifty Fifties
£2.5
Sunderland City Library & Arts Centre
Takes place weekly on Thursday until Thu Dec 23 2010 .
Thu 7 Jan 2010 1:00pm - 3:00pm
A varied menu of activities for the over 50s
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Computers and Internet
UK Online learning session
Free
Houghton Library
Takes place weekly on Thursday until Thu Dec 23 2010 .
Thu 7 Jan 2010 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The UK Online User Journey will give you the skills to become confident at using computers, the Internet and online services. This course is aimed at people who don’t have access to a computer at home.
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Local History
Houghton & District Local History Group
Free
Houghton Library
Takes place weekly on Thursday until Thu Dec 23 2010 .
Thu 7 Jan 2010 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Local History Group
Group fee applies
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Computers and Internet
UK Online learning session
Free
The Libraries and Information Access Zone, Sunderland
Takes place weekly on Friday until Fri Dec 17 2010 .
Fri 8 Jan 2010 9:30am - 4:00pm
Across the city
The Libraries and Information Access Zone Project is a mobile ICT learning unit that works with groups across the City of...
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Computers and Internet
ICT awareness and word processing for beginners
Free
Washington Town Centre Library & Customer Service Centre
Takes place weekly on Friday until Fri Jan 29 2010 .
Fri 8 Jan 2010 10:00am - 12:00pm
This course is full.  
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Arts and Crafts
Painting and drawing
Free
Sunderland City Library & Arts Centre
Takes place weekly on Friday until Fri Dec 17 2010 .
Fri 8 Jan 2010 12:40pm - 3:40pm
This course is full
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Employment Skills
Information, Advice and Guidance on learning and work
Free
Washington Town Centre Library & Customer Service Centre
Takes place weekly on Friday until Fri Dec 17 2010 .
Fri 8 Jan 2010 2:00pm - 4:30pm
If you are looking for a job or want to learn new skills book a session with a IAG advisor
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Computers and Internet
UK Online learning session
Free
Houghton Library
Takes place weekly on Friday until Fri Dec 17 2010 .
Fri 8 Jan 2010 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The UK Online User Journey will give you the skills to become confident at using computers, the Internet and online services. This course is aimed at people who don’t have access to a computer at home
...
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Computers and Internet
UK Online learning session
Free
The Libraries and Information Access Zone, Sunderland
Takes place weekly on Monday until Mon Mar 29 2010 .
Mon 11 Jan 2010 9:30am - 4:00pm

Weekdays 9.30am – 4.00pm across the city The Libraries and Information Access Zone Project is a mobile ICT learning unit that works with groups across...

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