Digitober: Enhancing your digital skills and confidence online

Residents across the borough are invited to boost their digital skills this October as Digitober returns to Ashton Library. This programme offers free digital skills workshops, tech support and creative sessions for all ages and abilities - no booking required.

Digitober is designed to support digital inclusivity and help everyone feel more comfortable online. Sessions are tailored to meet a wide range of needs including shopping safely online, spotting online scams and exploring advanced tech skills for those with a keen interest in technology.

Events will run throughout October at Ashton Library, with friendly, drop-in sessions available to all.

Some highlights include:

• 20 and 23 October, 1pm – 2:15pm – How to Stay Safe Online
• 20 and 23 October, 2:30pm – 4pm – How to Use Google Password Manager

The workshops cover the basics and so much more! There will be support available for everyday digital tasks and creative tech sessions for those who want to enhance their knowledge.

Tameside Council Executive Member for Lifelong Learning and Culture Cllr Leanne Feeley said: “Digitober is a fantastic initiative that helps break down barriers to digital access. I’d encourage residents to take advantage of these free sessions - they’re friendly, practical and open to all.”

This programme supports the Council’s commitment to inclusive growth and lifelong learning, helping residents develop essential digital skills for everyday life, work and wellbeing.

To explore the full timetable of events, visit: What's on in the Library - Tameside MBC