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Introduction to Creative Writing (KEN24N005)

English

This is an enjoyable and relaxed course to exercise your imagination and extend your writing boundaries, whichever level you are at.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 29 April 2025

Number of weeks: 4

Time: 14:00 - 16:00

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Introduction to Health and Care (BAR24T097)

Health and Wellbeing

If you are thinking about a career in health and social care this course could be your perfect first step.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 21 July 2025

Number of weeks: 2

Time: 13:00 - 15:30

Venue: The Bridge (BAE)

Free Course

iPad for Beginners (KEN24T071)

Digital Skills

This course is a "how to" on your iPad all the way from how to turn it on, to how to use your device to stay in touch with family and friends, we go through all the tips on how to get the most from your device.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 6 June 2025

Number of weeks: 3

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

iPad for Improvers (KEN24T072)

Digital Skills

Following on from iPad for Beginners, this course will teach you how to go a step further and learn more advanced skills

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 27 June 2025

Number of weeks: 3

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

iPhone for Improvers (CAR24T081)

Digital Skills

The emphasis of this course is about Apps that we use in a ‘typical day’ scenario, such as a day out by train, city break by car, using Google maps as Satnav, online groceries and many more!

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 11 April 2025

Number of weeks: 3

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Civic Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course

Maths Step Up to Essential Skills Entry 3 (PEN24T123)

Maths

Scared of maths but just want an overview and to have a go? This taster course is an ideal starting point for you to give it a try.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 4 June 2025

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 10:00 - 13:00

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Painting Taster: Beginners Acrylics Workshop (PEN24T107)

Arts and Crafts

Join experienced artist Karen MacDougall for a day exploring some of the basics of painting, and start your journey seeing the world differently as an artist!

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Saturday, 28 June 2025

Number of weeks: 1

Time: 10:00 - 16:00

Venue: Penrith Library

Full fee: £30.00
Concessionary fee: £15.00
Staff fee: £25.50

Positive Thinking and Self-esteem (CAR24T028)

Health and Wellbeing

This course will enable you to build your confidence in dealing with life's day-to-day challenges.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 6 May 2025

Number of weeks: 5

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Civic Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course

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Pre GCSE Maths (PEN24T124)

Maths

Ever fancied doing GCSE Maths? Try this course to see if GCSE Maths is for you. If you haven't studied maths for a while this is a great place to start.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 6 June 2025

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 10:30 - 12:30

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Printing Taster: Block Printing with Colour (PEN24T109)

Arts and Crafts

Join experienced artist Karen MacDougall for a day exploring some of the basics of hand printing by designing, cutting and printing from your own printing blocks.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Saturday, 12 July 2025

Number of weeks: 1

Time: 10:00 - 16:00

Venue: Penrith Library

Full fee: £30.00
Concessionary fee: £15.00
Staff fee: £25.50