Open Day and New Courses Planned for Darnall Learning Centre

Darnall Forum has moved to 245 Main Road, which some of you may remember as the Rose and Crown pub. Now we have settled in we are ready to get going with an exciting programme of training. We want to make this building a learning centre that Darnall can be proud of.

There will be an open afternoon on Wednesday 7 November from 2.00pm, and we want as many people as possible to come along for tea and cake, to have a look round and tell us what they would like to see on offer in the building.

Two New IT Courses with Janet
Interested in downloading music from the Internet? Do you ever have trouble finding your files? Both courses start soon here at Darnall Forum. If you are interested please see the staff or call them on 0114 249 0099 for more information or to sign up for the course.

Infield Lane Community Allotment
Gardening Group Would you like to meet people and learn more about gardening? There will be a friendly, informal gardening group starting soon at Infield Lane Community Allotment.

Training and Funding for Local Groups
We will be offering workshops for local groups in issues that face Management Committees and
finding funding using Funderfinder computer software.

Need Help Finding a Job?
Then come along to the Learn Direct Bus on 31 October for help with your CV, and using the
internet to search for and apply for jobs. The bus will be parked next to Kettlebridge Doorstep Green between 9.30am and 2.30pm.

Driving Theory for Women (and Men?)
Prepare for your Driving Theory Test with a qualified IT tutor on hand to help you get used to using a computer in this way. We also have the discs in Urdu if you prefer. We can run a separate course for men if there is enough interest.

Self-Defence for Women
We are now able to offer a Women only Self-Defence class with a Muslim instructor. Contact
Darnall Forum Staff for more information.

Learner Support Fund
We have money for a second year of the Learner Support Fund. If you would like to access training, but something is stopping you (childcare or other carer costs, transport, course fees) then contact us, we might be able to help.

Other Services Starting Soon in your Community
Also watch out for new services starting soon at Darnall Forum, including: e Job Shop, SIA Security Guard Training, and how to set up your own business.

Contact Us
If you would like more information about any of these courses and activities, or if there is something else you would like to see on offer in your local area, then contact Anne or Nazia on
0114 249 0099, or call in to see us.