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We are starting in a project to replace our public computers in libraries. As part of that exercise we want to get your views on what these new computers offering should be able to do for you. If you are a user of our library PCs, please complete our online survey here – it shouldn’t take longer than 5 minutes. There is also an opportunity to volunteer to test drive the new design before we start installing it.

Please note that this is an initial information gathering exercise, so we cannot guarantee to provide everything that is requested in the survey.

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Board Games Afternoon

Sprowston Library
16 May 2012
14:00 - 17:00

Wednesdays 2pm – 5pm Drop in and enjoy a game of Scrabble, Upwords, Chess, Draughts, Chinese Chequers, Connect4 or cards Make new friends Ask at the library or phone 01603 408426

Surf's Up

Sheringham Library
16 May 2012
14:00 - 16:00


Watton Books Worms

Watton Library
16 May 2012
14:00 - 15:15

Watton Library's First Book Club. This group is now full, but names are being taken for a second group, please ask in branch for details.

Surf's Up

Downham Market Library
16 May 2012
9:30 - 11:30

Free 6 week course for over 60s covering the basics of searching the World Wide Web, using email and how to stay safe online as well as a range of other topics to suit each learner

Baby Bounce and Ryhme Time

Attleborough Library
16 May 2012
10:30 - 11:00

Songs and rhymes for babies, toddlers and their parents/carers. Come and join in the fun and meet some new friends at the library.

Family History online for beginners

Gaywood Library
16 May 2012
14:00 - 16:00

Come along to the library and find out how to research your family history using Ancestry and other websites. Places are limited so booking is essential. Please ring the library on 01553 768498 or see a member of staff.

What's All the Fuss about the Internet?

Hellesdon Library
16 May 2012
10:00 - 15:00

Never touched a computer in your life? Not sure if you want to? Come along to Hellesdon Library for half an hour and see what the internet has to offer you - you may find a whole new world! Please book a place.

Knit and Natter

Diss Library
16 May 2012
14:00 - 16:00

Come and join the friendly group of knitters, needleworkers and crochet enthusiasts for a cuppa and a natter

Happy Hour

Wroxham Library
16 May 2012
8:00 - 8:00

2 for 1 on DVDs and Cds Wednesday 2.00pm-5.00pm

Happy Hour

Aylsham Library
16 May 2012
18:00 - 19:00

2 for 1 on DVDs and Cds Wednesday 6.00pm-7.00pm

Crafty Coffee Morning

Plumstead Road Library
16 May 2012
10:30 - 12:00

Join us for a crafty cuppa! Bring your own craft project or use materials provided (small charge made for materials). Tea and coffee available.

Coffee morning and re-union

Wells Library
16 May 2012
10:30 - 11:30

for all who have been to a beginners computer session at Wells Library. Join us for a catch up over coffee to see how you are getting on with your computer skills. We may be able to suggest what to try next....

Boleyn Bible on Display

Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library
16 May 2012
14:00 - 16:00

In support of the Boleyn Festival at Blickling, Norfolk County Council Library and Information Service is delighted to announce that the Wycliffite Bible once owned by James Boleyn of Blickling, the uncle of Anne Boleyn, will be available to view in the Norfolk Heritage Centre. Come along to find out more about this amazing manuscript volume, its history and connection with Anne Boleyn.

Drop-in and Draw

Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library
16 May 2012
14:30 - 16:30

Every Wednesday in May and June we are running Drop-in and Draw again. Come along to try all kinds of drawing and mark-making, for pleasure, self-expression and relaxation.

Baby bounce and Rhyme time

Harleston Library
16 May 2012
10:30 - 11:00


Taverham Writing Group

Taverham Library
16 May 2012
14:00 - 15:30

How are your creative writing skills? If you enjoy writing short stories, poems etc. come along to Taverham Library and join a supportive group of like minded people. Every 3rd Wednesday of the month.

rhymetime

Poringland Library
16 May 2012
8:00 - 8:00

songs and rhymes for pre-schoolers and their families

Introduction to wills and other probate

Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library
16 May 2012
17:30 - 18:30

To celebrate Adult Learners Week, Norfolk Heritage Centre is repeating its popular Heritage Hour talk on Wills and other probate. This free talk is run by an Archive Specialist based at the Heritage Centre, and will give practical advice on how to get the most from these important family history research tools. To book a place, please call 01603 774740.

Introduction to online and offline newspapers

Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library
17 May 2012
17:30 - 18:30

To celebrate Adult Learners Week, Norfolk Heritage Centre is repeating its popular Heritage Hour talk on newspapers. This free talk is run by an Archive Specialist based at the Heritage Centre, and will give practical advice on how to use these important resources. To book a place, please call 01603 774740.

Stereo Typical

Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library
17 May 2012
11:00 - 15:00

Thursday 17th May 2012 is IDAHO Day or International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia. The project kicks off with a mini display and exhibition in Express ground floor of the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library. You can view some work created by young people – two A3 posters with lots of words and pictures cut from magazines which they think of when they think of LGBT Stereotypes. Also there will be information about the project and the chance for you to get involved. Have your say by writing words which you think are either positive or negative and stick them on the board. By the end of the day we hope to get the whole thing covered!

Internet Taster session for beginners

Sheringham Library
17 May 2012
10:30 - 11:30

IT support led by a volunteer. Volunteers are individuals who are giving their time to help you practice some of the basics skills needed for surfing the Internet and using computers. Generally, they are not experts in this field and will assist you to the best of their knowledgele. Please book a place.

Knit and Knatter

Taverham Library
17 May 2012
14:15 - 15:15

Whether you're an absolute beginner or just enjoy company while you create your own masterpiece, come and join our knit and natter group at Taverham Library every Thursday 2.15 - 3.15!

Happy Hour

Taverham Library
17 May 2012
14:00 - 20:00

2 for 1 on DVDs and Cds Thursday 2.00 - 8.00

Surf's Up!

Watton Library
17 May 2012
10:00 - 12:00

Free course for over 60s covering the basics of searching the World Wide Web, using email and how to stay safe online as well as a range of other topics to suit each learner.

Boleyn Bible on Display

Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library
17 May 2012
14:00 - 16:00

In support of the Boleyn Festival at Blickling, Norfolk County Council Library and Information Service is delighted to announce that the Wycliffite Bible once owned by James Boleyn of Blickling, the uncle of Anne Boleyn, will be available to view in the Norfolk Heritage Centre. Come along to find out more about this amazing manuscript volume, its history and connection with Anne Boleyn.

Disorderly Lives in Tudor & Stuart Norwich

Earlham Library
17 May 2012
18:00 - 19:00

Norfolk Adult Education tutor, Colin Howey, will be talking about some of the interesting characters who challenged the Norwich authorities in the period between 1549-1650. Please note: some of the content may be described as 'bawdy'. Entry is free but booking is essential. To book your place call the library on (01603) 454338.

Family History Surgery

Stalham Library
17 May 2012
10:00 - 16:00

Want to start resarching family history but need some help? One to One sessions with members of the Norfolk Family History Society to help you with family history research. Suitable for those new to Family History as well as those with more experience. to book a session please phone 01692 580794

NNAB Drop-In Advise

Wroxham Library
17 May 2012
13:00 - 15:30

Representative from the NNAB at Wroxham Library Drop in to the library for advise on the support and resources available.

Baby Bounce and Rhyme Time

Plumstead Road Library
17 May 2012
14:00 - 14:30

Songs and rhymes for babies, pre-school children and their parents/carers

Go On - get online

Downham Market Library
17 May 2012
13:30 - 15:00

Internet taster session using the Go On website

IT Support Session

Sprowston Library
17 May 2012
11:00 - 12:00


Dersingham Library Knit and natter group

Dersingham Library
17 May 2012
10:30 - 12:00

A weekly drop in morning for those who knit or crochet (or those who are interested in learning how to do both). If you are a knitter and are interested in helping others learn or if you would like to learn a new skill then please give us a call. Coffee and tea provided.

Age UK Helpdesk

Sheringham Library
17 May 2012
10:00 - 12:00

Advice and Information form Age UK. No appointment needed.

Sprowston Reading group

Sprowston Library
17 May 2012
8:00 - 8:00


Baby Bounce and Rhyme Time

Sprowston Library
17 May 2012
9:45 - 10:15


Knit and Knatter

Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library
17 May 2012
14:00 - 15:00

Can you share your knitting skills? Do you want to learn a new skill? Would you like to join a friendly group at The Millennium Library? We're holding a first session on Thursday 19th January 2.00 - 3.00pm. Older people, with a lifetime of knitting and needlework experience, can teach others a stitch or two. In return, newer knitters can teach the traditionalists contemporary patterns and cutting edge techniques. It is creative, relaxing, and a great way to meet new people. Other needlework crafts also welcome.

IT Drop-in Clinic

Watton Library
17 May 2012
14:30 - 16:00

A member of staff will be available for free informal advice on a range of IT topics. This is a drop-in clinic, customers will be seen on a first come, first served basis.

Baby Bounce and Rhyme Time

St Willilams Way Library
17 May 2012
10:15 - 10:45

Come and join us for a morning session of action songs. We have a lively group of parents, toddlers and babies and spend half an hour each week singing and making a noise in the library. See you there!

Homework Club

Watton Library
18 May 2012
15:00 - 16:30

Need to get away from big bro or sis? Need somewhere quiet to do some homework? Then come to Homework Club! There will be computers, books, and a member of staff available to offer a little bit of help if you get stuck!

AgeUK Helpdesk

Downham Market Library
18 May 2012
10:00 - 13:00

Advice and Information from Age UK. No appointment needed.

Tots Tales

Watton Library
18 May 2012
10:30 - 11:00

Stories

Happy Hour

Wroxham Library
18 May 2012
16:30 - 19:30

2 for 1 on DVDs and Cds Friday 4.30pm-7.30pm

Baby Bounce and Rhyme time

Diss Library
18 May 2012
10:30 - 11:00


Knit and Knatter

Dereham Library
18 May 2012
10:00 - 12:00

Are you an absolute beginner? In need of a refresher? Or simply enjoy company while you create your own project? Come and joing our knit and natter craft group at Dereham Library every Friday!

Fix it Fridays!

Hunstanton Library
18 May 2012
10:00 - 12:00

Need a bit of help with using your mobile phone or the Internet? If so then book in for one of our Fit it Friday sessions! Friday 18th May 10am - 12 noon - help with using your mobile phone and texting Friday 15th June 10am - 12 noon - help with the Internet and email.

Baby Bounce and Rhyme Time

Taverham Library
18 May 2012
10:30 - 11:00

Session for babies and young children to enjoy songs and play simple musical instruments

Book group

Dereham Library
18 May 2012
10:00 - 11:00

Running a book group at Dereham Day Services for adults with learning difficulties

Baby Bounce and Rhymetime

Wymondham Library
18 May 2012
10:30 - 11:30

A gentle songs and rhymes session for children up to the age of 18 months. Come along, enjoy singing, make friends and find out about good books to share with your baby