Get Online Week

We’re proud to be taking part in Get Online Week; an annual campaign helping everyone make the most of the digital world.

We have the following activities planned for the week.

  • Monday 20th October 1 – 3pm: Digital Design Day: Explore design creatively in the makerspace using a range of digital design tools and techniques. The theme for this month is Halloween haberdashery.
  • Tuesday 21st October from 10:30am: Makerspace morning: Come along and find out more about our Makerspace where we make accessible tech together!  Join us for sewing, textiles, electronics, vinyl cutting, laser cutting, engraving and 3D printing.
  • Wednesday 22nd October 11:30am: Physio-led exercise class on Zoom. If you’d like to join in but don’t know how to use Zoom, please get in touch with us at digitalskills@nmcentre.com and we can help.
  • Thursday 23rd October 11am – 2pm: Assistive Technology workshop. Are you finding it physically difficult to use a computer?  There are tools and devices that can help.  We’ll introduce you to software such as text-to-speech and voice recognition software.  Come and try out a game controller prototype – Assistive technology that makes exercise fun and more enjoyable.   We also have a range of ergonomic keyboards and mice for you to try. 
  • Friday 24th October 11am – 2pm: Digitals Skills drop in session. Session for anyone who needs help getting online? Drop in and find out how we can support you. 

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