Menopause help and French classes among new activities at Portlaoise library
The landmark new Portlaoise library is hitting the ground running this September with a host of new courses and talks.
The menopause will be explained and tips given, at a talk by a Laois expert, on Thursday, September 14 at 7pm.
The Menopause Talk is with Dr Diane Cooper, Founder and CEO of EduFIT, Clinical Exercise Physiologist and Health Researcher.
Dr Cooper will share practical tips for promoting S.E.L.F Care, and you will learn about the impact of the menopause on your muscles, bones, heart and metabolic health. Promoting strength, health & wellness before, during and after menopause.
The options go from Menopause to French at the same tim, as French classes for adults and children begin.
Europe Direct in an association with Portlaoise Library are introducing French for Beginners, a 6 weeks course for adults. The classes start on Thursday, September 14 at 6.30pm.
The library are also introducing a French beginner, 5 weeks course for children starting on Saturday, September 16 at 2pm, recommended for 8-12 years.
Staying Connected - Digital Skills Train
Also on the same week in Portlaoise Library, you can brush up on your digital skills this Autumn.
Would you like to learn more about your Smartphone, Ipad or Tablet? Digital skills training with LOETB is taking place at Portlaoise Library, starting on Wednesday, September 13 at 11am. This course will run for a total of 2 hours weekly for 6 weeks.
To register your interest for any of the above courses and talks, contact the library.
For children, there is a lovely new weekly Tales and Adventures Storytime session, kicking off this coming week.
It starts on Wednesday, September 6 at 4pm, and is recommended for ages 4-7 years, with all welcome.