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A 20-session University of Sussex literature course exploring identity and place in poetry and fiction. This lively, discussion-based course will appeal to anyone enthusiastic about literature. On Mondays, 10.30 am to 12.30pm. Tutor: Moira Wilson.

Free fun for young children at your local library – enjoy singing, playing musical instruments and rhymes for babies and toddlers, and storytelling for children under five at our regular events in libraries.

Classes and workshops include drawing and painting in all kinds of media, printmaking, clay modelling, mosaics and life drawing at our delightful studios in the heart of Lewes. All abilities are catered for in tutored or untutored groups, daytime and evening, at affordable prices.

A civil funeral offers a unique and sensitive ceremony completely focused on the wishes, beliefs and values of the person and the family involved. The ceremony can take place at any appropriate place chosen by you. Visit Lewes Library for an exhibition providing books, plus advice and guidance from our Registration Service.

Lesbian romance, crime and historical books to contemporary men's fiction - celebrate LGBT History Month with a great selection of books at libraries in Bexhill, Eastbourne, Hastings, Heathfield, Lewes, Seaford and Uckfield.

Learn belly dancing with Faezeh, graduated from IADAM.Classes are held in Battle, Bexhill and Easbourne. Faezeh's unique choreography is beautiful and fun, for ladies of all shape and sizes. For info call 07771 544444 or 01424 220204. Come learn this beautiful art from the professional. Also available for private lessons and functions.

Local business, craft, food and farmers' market.

A combination of retirement from teaching English, and an unleashed passion for painting found Helen Holder increasingly drawn to oil painting people and scenes, most often inspired by the sea, along with a deep connection with lines of poetry. Tuesday to Saturday: 11am to 4pm; Sunday: 12 noon to 4pm; closed Monday.

Bring your CV to the Uckfield Volunteer Centre any Thursday from 1pm to 4pm for a free review.

Gentle short walk at your own pace. This is a walk with many faces. Discover Linton Gardens and Summerfield Woods, or venture out to the Old Town and take in the sea views. Suitable for wheelchairs and buggies. No need to book, just turn up.