Our Autumn Events

Central Library

Colin Grant
Wednesday 15 October, 6pm
This event is part of the Black History month celebrations. Colin Grant, author of Negro with a hat: The rise and fall of Marcus Garvey, will be talking about his writing at the Central Library.
Free. Refreshments provided. Book your place at any City Library.

Libraries promote advice for carers

From September to December Derby City Libraries are promoting information and advice for carers.  In Brtain there are six million unpaid carers.  In libraries across the city there will be drop in information and advice sessions from the Derbyshire Carers Association on all aspects of caring.  There will also be displays by and information available on how to become a foster carer from Derby City Council's Fostering and Adoption Service.  Derby currently looks after 410 children, has 185 foster carers and urgently needs more foster carers to look after children of all ages and from all backgrounds.  Each library will have books to borrow and lealfets to take away.

Central Library

Information on fostering and how to become a foster carer from Derby City Council’s Fostering and Adoption Service
Display and information to take away
23 to 30 October
For further information telephone 01332 718000 or email fostering@derby.gov.uk  

Pear Tree Library

Information on fostering and how to become a foster carer from Derby City Council’s Fostering and Adoption Service
Display and information to take away
14 to 21 October
For further information telephone 01332 718000 or email fostering@derby.gov.uk  


Free courses - learn how to use Internet and email

Would you like to learn to use Internet and email, or do you know some one who would? New free courses are now available to help learners discover the many benefits of getting online. Quick access to information, fast free communication by email, using public services online … learn these and more, while gaining confidence in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Our free courses are also great for groups of friends, neighbours or relatives to attend together.

Each course lasts four weeks. For more information or to book your place, please telephone 01332 641705. We look forward to hearing from you!
The courses are held at the following libraries: 

Alvaston Library

Blagreaves Library

Central Library

Mickleover Library

Peartree Library

Sinfin Library

Lectures, walks and courses at the Derby Local Studies Library 

 
Bess of Hardwick and the Rise of the Cavendish Family
Date: Thursday 30 October 2008
Time: 7pm
Speaker: Philip Riden, University of Nottingham
Venue: Derby Local Studies Library

History of Derby Athletic Club
Date: Thursday November 27 2008
Time: 7pm 
Speaker: Alasdair Kean, University of Derby


Evening parking is available.
All Events cost £6 and start at 7pm. 

Courses

An Introduction to Derby Local Studies Library
Have you heard of local studies but not known what it's all about? Have you visited the library but been put off by the machines and index cards? Then this course is for you!

We will spend three weeks learning about the contents of the library, how it is organised, how to gain access to the records and how they can be used. The course includes a 'behind the scenes' tour and the opportunity to begin some research.


Family History for Absolute Beginners
Comprehensive ten week course is for both complete novices and people who have recently started researching their family history. It introduces you to the most useful genealogical resources and family history web sites.

The course will teach you study skills in using family history sources. It will equip you with the skills to use particular types of sources, show you what sources are available, and teach you how to access and interpret them.


Starting Your Family History
A free event for the National Year of Reading
Come and try something new – an introduction to family history research! Join our qualified genealogist for three hours and begin to record your family history. Bring along your family memorabilia and documents and take your first steps on a journey of discovery!


A Family History Taster
Thought about tracing your family history but not sure what it involves? Join me for an introductory talk.


Derby's Treasure Trove - a look at some of our records
Derby Local Studies Library holds a vast amount of material that tells us about the past life of Derbeians.

Each week we will look at a different range of materials and themes as we explore the library's collection of material; from 18th century newpapers to 21st century plans; from engravings to modern photographs; maps that span the centuries; records of the rich and famous and those of the poor and destitute.


Navigating Ancestry.com – library edition
Ancestry.com is a fantastic online resource, usually available by subscription only, but free to access on the Public PCs at Derby Local Studies Library.

Learn some neat tips and tricks on this course, with search techniques that will help you find that elusive ancestor. A taught session is backed up with a series of exercises, plus a session to further your own research with the support of our trained genealogist.


Local History for Beginners
Want to learn more about your street, village, or community in times passed? This course will familiarise you with the methods of historical enquiry and some of the source material. Explore the 19th Century and perhaps further back in time through the census returns, photographs, maps newspapers and a host of other documents.

Derby Local Studies Course Prospectus 2008

Course Title	Venue	Duration	Fee	Start Date	Times
An Introduction to Derby Local Studies Library	Derby Local Studies Library	Three Weeks	£18	Monday 15 September 2008	10am - 11.30am
An Introduction to Derby Local Studies Library	Derby Local Studies Library	Three Weeks	£18	Monday 15 September 2008	7.30pm - 9pm
An Introduction to Derby Local Studies Library	Derby Local Studies Library	Three Weeks	£18	Tuesday 16 September 2008	1pm - 2.30pm
A Family History Taster	Derby Local Studies Library	Single Session	£6	Monday 15 September 2008	1pm - 2.30pm
A Family History Taster	Derby Local Studies Library	Single Session	£6	Tuesday 16 September 2008	10am - 11.30am
Navigating Ancestry.com - Library Edition	Derby Local Studies Library	Three Weeks	£18	Monday 6 October 2008	1pm - 2.30pm
Navigating Ancestry.com - Library Edition	Derby Local Studies Library	Three Weeks	£18	Tuesday 7 October 2008	7.30pm - 9pm
National Year of Reading - Starting Your Family History at Alvaston Library	Alvaston Library	Single 2.5 hour Session	Free	Thursday 18 September 2008	5.30pm - 8pm
Family History for Absolute Beginners	Derby Local Studies Library	Ten Weeks	£60	Monday 6 October 2008	10am - 11.30am
Family History for Absolute Beginners	Derby Local Studies Library	Ten Weeks	£60	Monday 6 October 2008	7.30pm - 9pm
Derby's Treasure Trove - a look at some of our records	Derby Local Studies Library	Five Weeks	£30	Tuesday 7 October 2008	10am - 11.30am
Derby's Treasure Trove - a look at some of our records	Derby Local Studies Library	Five Weeks	£30	Monday 3 November 2008	1pm - 2.30pm
Local History for Beginners	Derby Local Studies Library	Five Weeks	£30	Tuesday 7 October 2008	1pm - 2.30pm
Local History for Beginners	Derby Local Studies Library	Five Weeks	£30	Monday 28 October 2008	7.30pm - 9pm

For further information, or to book places on lectures or courses, please contact the Local Studies Library.