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Inspire
External accreditation and awards, additional funding, customer/learner satisfaction and achievements across all service areas are just some of the highlights reported to the Nottinghamshire County Council Place and Communities Committee by Inspire.
Published on 5th October 2020
Inspire
Libraries Week takes place between 5 – 10 October to celebrate the nation’s much-loved libraries and their vital role in the UK’s book culture.
Published on 30th September 2020
Services for Schools
As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, this year's Inspire Fun Palace is heading ONLINE! Inspire Libraries will join with thousands of tiny Fun Palaces nationally and internationally in sharing free and fun digital activities for all! Learn more here.....
Published on 29th September 2020
Arts & Culture
This half term be transported to the mythical island of Joya in new audio drama The Girl of Ink and Stars. Join friends Isabella and Pablo as they search for their missing friend and uncover the truth behind an ancient myth.
Published on 23rd September 2020
Adult Learning
An exciting new partnership between Inspire Learning and We Are Radikl will inspire the growth of women founded businesses.
Published on 22nd September 2020
Services for Schools
This autumn we are thrilled to be launching a brand new inclusive ensemble called Share Sound Nottinghamshire, in partnership with Orchestras Live AND an exciting guest orchestra.
Published on 16th September 2020
What's On
Join us online for this year's Annual General Meeting including a celebratory poem from Nottingham based poet and writer Panya Banjoko.
Published on 1st September 2020
Adult Learning
Our new Autumn programme of courses for adults is out now!
Published on 24th August 2020
Adult Learning
On Thursday 20 August, Inspire Learning Study Programmes celebrated fantastic GCSE results with a socially-distanced celebration at the MyPlace Manfield base.
Published on 21st August 2020
Reading & Libraries
From 17 August 2020, items borrowed from the library will no longer automatically renew, and overdue charges will come back in to effect.
Published on 14th August 2020
Reading & Libraries
Retford Library will reopen its doors to the public on Monday 24 August, after undergoing extensive refurbishment.
Published on 5th August 2020
Services for Schools
Congratulations to all the shortlisted authors for the Education Library Service InspiREAD 2020 Book Award. We’ve been overwhelmed with all the responses we’ve received and are delighted to announce the InspiREAD 2020 Book Award Winners!
Published on 21st July 2020
Arts & Culture
The new digital book written by Frances Stickley and illustrated by Erin Fleming is out now.
Published on 15th July 2020
Adult Learning
Thinking about a career in nursing, occupational therapy or social work but don't have the qualifications you need? Inspire Learning can help!
Published on 13th July 2020
Arts & Culture
The Inspire Youth Arts team talk about the amazing work they've been doing to move their provision online
Published on 6th July 2020
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