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Monday 7 April

Appy Days (Every Monday)Wigan Library 10:30am - 11:30amBamboozled by your tablet? Wigan Library’s weekly drop in will show you how to get the best out of your device and introduce you to the best apps out there. FREE drop-in session.

Interview Success WorkshopWigan Library 2pm - 3:30pmWant to stand out from the crowd in job interviews? This workshop will help you get to grips with different types of interviews and show you how to sell yourself. Session also includes an introduction to a variety of online resources. FREE but booking essential. Pop into the library or call 01942 827621.................................................................................Tuesday 8 April

Know Your Bones (Family History)Wigan Library 10:30am - 11:30am.Find out about using online resources to help trace your family tree. Also discover and use Ancestry, which library members can access for free. FREE but booking essential. Pop into the library or call 01942 827621.

Digital Comic Book WorkshopLeigh Library 10am - 4pmExplore the exciting world of comic books and create your own using the iPad.For children aged 9+. FREE but booking essential. Pop into Library or call 01942 404404. Under 5s Storytime with iPad fun!Wigan Library 10:30am - 11:30amFREE drop in session.................................................................................Wednesday 9 April

Under 5s Storytime with iPad fun!Leigh Library11am - 12pm & 1:30pm - 2:30pmFREE drop in session.................................................................................Thursday 10 April

Gaming ZoneWigan Library 11am - 2pm

Wigan’s L2P gaming centre comes to Wigan Library. Play incredible PC games the way they are meant to be played - in stunning detail. FREE drop-in session.

Spectral FreqsWigan Library 2pm - 4pmAre you interested in?• Music production• Electronic music• Digital Art• Hacking/Circuit Bending/Modding• Programming• Data Moshing• ArduinoThen welcome to the world of Spectral Freqs. We are a group of local artists, musicians, tinkerers, hackers and general day dreamers who love to invent and create new art and music. Come visit our ‘show and tell’ to see what we have been up to or come down to simply have a chat, get inspired, get involved, get weirded out and share ideas. FREE drop-in session. All ages welcome.................................................................................Saturday 12 April

Under 5s Storytime with iPad Fun!Wigan Library 10:30am - 11:30amFREE drop-in session.

Digital Photography WorkshopWigan Library 11am - 1pmJoin Debra Cain for a practical workshop exploring the techniques to create digital photographs like the professionals. FREE drop-in session.

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Molecular MadnessWigan Library 1pm - 2pmExperience the crazy culinary trend of molecular gastronomy through online resources and a live demonstration.FREE but booking essential. Pop in to Library, or telephone 01942 827621.................................................................................Wednesday 16 April

Get Online with iPadsWigan Library 10:30am - 12pmLeigh Library 3pm - 4:30pm

Find out more about what you can do online with an iPad including accessing Wigan Council services, health information, benefits and job search.FREE but booking essential. Pop in to Library, or telephone 01942 827621 (Wigan Library) 01942 404404 (Leigh Library).................................................................................Thursday 17 April

Get Online with iPadsHindley Library 10:30am - 12pmFind out more about what you can do online with an iPad including accessing Wigan Council services, health information, benefits and job search. FREE but booking essential. Pop in to Library, or telephone 01942 255287................................................................................Wednesday 23 April

Introduction to Social MediaWigan Library 10am - 11:30amLeigh Library 3pm - 4:30pmSocial media networks are a great way to reconnect with old friends and make new ones. This session will show you how to use social media safely and answer any of your concerns. You will also be able to practise using Facebook / Twitter without even having to register for an account. FREE but booking essential. Pop in to Library, or telephone 01942 827621 (Wigan Library) 01942 404404 (Leigh Library)

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How Technology Helped the Warriors Become Champions with Mark Quinn (Head of Sports Science for Wigan Warriors)Wigan Library 7pm - 8:30pmMark Quinn is Head of Sports Science at Wigan Warriors, the most successful team in British Rugby League. They are the current champions of Super League and Challenge Cup holders. This event will give you an insight into the technology used to enhance performance. Including GPS tracking, fitness equipment, video analysis, physiological testing, nutrition,

recovery, medical technologies and the wearable tech available to the general public to improve fitness & well-being.FREE but booking essential. Pop in to Library, or telephone 01942 827621.................................................................................Thursday 24 April

Get Online with iPadsStandish Library 2pm - 3:30pmFind out more about what you can do online with an iPad including accessing Wigan Council services, health information, benefits and job search. FREE but booking essential. Pop in to Library, or telephone 01257 400496.................................................................................Saturday 26 April

Noise AnnoysLive Music from Leigh LibraryLeigh Library (Derby Room)1pm - 4pmLive performances from local artists including an iPad Orchestra. FREE entry.................................................................................Monday 28 April

The Year of the MOOCWigan Library 2pm - 4:30pmFind out about Massive Open Online Course (MOOCS) and other free learning resources available on the Internet. Dedicated library staff will be on hand to give you a taste of online learning and help you enrol. FREE but booking essential. Pop in to Library, or telephone 01942 827621.................................................................................Wednesday 30 April

Get Online with iPadsWigan Library 3pm - 4:30pmFind out more about what you can do online with an iPad including accessing Wigan Council services, health information, benefits and job search. FREE but booking essential. Pop in to Library, or telephone 01942 827621.

If you’re new to the internet, or if you know someone else who is, have a look at our Get Online courses.These three-week courses will show you the basics – setting up email, searching, sorting out things like council tax – and get you well on your way to making the most of the internet.With things like government services moving online, and the chance to save money on your bills by comparing prices, internet access isn’t just for fun: it’s also essential.

Tuesday 22nd April

Leigh Library 10am - 12pmFREE but booking essentialPop in to Library or telephone 01942 404404.

Tyldesley Library 10am - 11:30amFREE but booking essentialPop in to Library or telephone 01942 404738.

Platt Bridge Library 1pm - 2:30pmFREE but booking essentialPop in to Library or telephone 01942 487997.

Thursday 24th April

Wigan Library10am - 11:30am & 5:15pm - 6:45pmFREE but booking essentialPop in to Library or telephone 01942 827621.

Friday 25th April

Leigh Library 10am - 12pmFREE but booking essentialPop in to Library or telephone 01942 404404.

Golborne Library10:30am - 12pmFREE but booking essentialPop in to Library or telephone 01942 777800.

Monday 28th April

Hindley Library 10:30am - 12pmFREE but booking essentialPop in to Library or telephone 01942 255287.

Marsh Green Library 10am - 11.30amFREE but booking essentialPop in to Library or telephone 01942 760041.

Standish Library 12:30pm - 2pmFREE but booking essentialPop in to Library or telephone 01257 400496.

Lamberhead Green Library 1pm - 2:30pmFREE but booking essentialPop in to Library or telephone 01942 705060.

Ashton Library 3pm - 4:30pmFREE but booking essentialPop in to Library or telephone 01942 727119.

In need of a little extra IT support? Dedicated staff are on hand to give help and answer questions on a range of topics: including e-mail, saving documents onto a memory stick, attaching files, searching the Internet.

Wigan LibraryFridays 10:30am - 11:30am

Leigh Library (Booking Recommended)Mondays 9am - 10amThursdays 5pm - 6pm

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