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LIBRARIES
to be looking at books with
them and talking to them
about them. The library is a
great resource. It is free and
gives so much pleasure.”
Visit www.ealing.gov.uk/
libraries
LEARNING NEW SKILLS,
MAKING FRIENDS
Residents can access a wide range
of education opportunities from the
comfort of their local library thanks to
Ealing Adult Learning.
Courses enable learners to
gain new skills or languages;
pursue an interest or
hobby; or improve
their CV and career
opportunities
through courses
such as ESOL
 Mum
Sarabjit
with her
children at
Southall
Library
(English for
speakers of other
languages) and
functional skills in
maths and English.
But it is good for you in
other ways, too. It is also a great
way to meet new friends and like-
minded people. In fact, taking
part in regular activities can
be a really effective way of
combating loneliness and
the sense of social isolation
that can affect some
people, particularly those
who are older.
An extensive programme
of courses is delivered in
venues around the borough,
including our local libraries.
For example, among the subjects
being taught at Acton Library are
computing, social media marketing,
textile crafts and creative writing;
and West Ealing Library is running
a project to create a mosaic for
the community.
What is more, residents who enrol
on an adult learning course before
20 December 2017 can get a 25%
discount (subject to conditions). For a
full list of courses and information on
how to enrol, pick up a course guide
from any library in the borough, or visit
www.ealing.gov.uk/adultlearning
Adult learning class
Festive events
Children’s activities, including
crafts and storytelling, will take
place in our libraries throughout
December. And a local history
talk on Christmases past takes
place on Tuesday, 12 December
at Ealing Central Library. Visit
www.ccslibraries.com/libraries/
ealing-libraries to find out more.
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