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Syston Library helps the internet shy
Posted on 15/04/2008
P. Klein
Friday 23 May is Silver Surfers’ Day and there will be free sessions in libraries across Leicestershire where older people can find out what the internet can do for them. From keeping in touch with friends and family across the globe to booking a holiday, doing the shopping, sharing photographs, catching up with missed TV programmes and much, much more, the internet has something for everyone. The library with its informal, relaxed atmosphere and friendly, supportive staff to help is an ideal place to take that first step to getting online.
Silver Surfers’ Day free introduction to the internet sessions will be running at Syston Library on Friday 23 May 10.00am-11.00am and 11.15am-12.15pm.
To book your free place contact Syston Library on 0116 3053500.
People who want to find out more about local courses and classes are invited to drop into Syston Library on Thursday 22 May between 2.00pm and 4.00pm when Leicestershire Adult Learning Services will be in the library to give advice and information about local classes and learning opportunities.
For a full programme of free events in Leicestershire libraries during Adult Learners’ Week go to www.leics.gov.uk/adult_learners_week
Further Information
Silver Surfers’ Day is part of Adult Learners’ Week, a national campaign co-ordinated by NIACE, which encourages people to try something new and give learning a go.
Media literacy is becoming increasingly important as digital exclusion is proven to be a core indicator of social exclusion. Older people, who often have less opportunity to learn these skills at work or socially, need extra help to acquire them.
Find out more about Silver Surfers’ Day at www.silversurfersday.org
For a full programme of free events in Leicestershire libraries during Adult Learners’ Week go to www.leics.gov.uk/adult_learners_week