Things to Do at Our Libraries (July 2021)
Stay up to date in life and at work! This month, we’ve got a slew of programmes that’ll help you grow your money, communicate better with your colleagues and customers, break into the world of digital marketing, and more!
Investment 101: Understanding the Risk and Cost of Investing — Lifestyle | Zoom
1 July 2021 (Thu)
7.00 pm to 8.00 pm
One of the determining factors that shape your investment journey is the understanding of risk: your risk profile as an investor, product risk, portfolio risk, and how risk differs according to your investment time horizon.
Learn to determine if you are investing for “growth” or “income”, to better shape your investment strategy. Join us in this session as we explain the basics of simple investing and share the mindset and discipline you need to succeed.
To participate, register here to receive a link to the virtual programme on Zoom.
General Business Writing (Part 1) — Get Professional | Zoom
1 July 2021 (Thu)
6.30 pm to 8.30 pm
Our business and customer relationships are often affected by written communication. Writing clear and accurate business documents is essential for everyone in the workplace.
Join us in this two-part series where we examine the essentials of effective writing and the common pitfalls you might encounter.
In Part 1, learn fundamental principles of business writing, and the importance of tone, clarity, conciseness, accuracy, coherence and credibility in written communication.
In Part 2, learn to identify common grammatical errors, how to edit and proofread, and understand the considerations for email and report writing.
To participate, register here to receive a link to the virtual programme on Zoom.
Helping Our Children Sleep Better — Early READ | Zoom
3 July 2021 (Sat)
11.00 am to 12.30 pm
How do you ensure that your child is getting enough sleep in terms of quantity and quality? Join our domain experts to learn more about sleep patterns and common sleep issues at different stages of your child’s development, from newborn to pre-school. Gain useful tips to help your child sleep better and understand the importance of good bedtime habits.
To participate, register here to receive a link to the virtual programme on Zoom.
Comics for Nature Workshop: Storytelling Through Frames and Panels
18 July 2021 (Sun)
25 July 2021 (Sun)
1 August 2021 (Sun)
8 August 2021 (Sun)
15 August 2021 (Sun)
29 August 2021 (Sun)
10.00 am to 1.00 pm
Do you have a story about nature and the environment that you would like to tell? Or are you a comic fan, ready to take it a step further to create comics of your own?
This six-day workshop will teach you how to express your ideas visually, from writing your manuscript and creating your storyboard, to producing your finished comic. If you prefer to just draw or write, you can bring a friend along to participate as a pair.
To participate, register here for the in-person session held at Central Public Library. (Do note that you’ll need to commit to attending all six sessions.)
Digital Marking in the World of Fashion — The LLiBrary Lunchtime Talk | Zoom
29 July 2021 (Thu)
12.30 pm to 1.30 pm
Curious to learn more about digital marketing and how it can work for the fashion industry? In this session, learn how brands are using digital marketing to maximise their digital Return of Investment (ROI) by reaching, engaging and converting potential customers online. Pick up the basics of Facebook Ads Manager and find out how it is used to increase awareness and sales. Gain insights on how to start a career in digital marketing and the various e-commerce skills that are in demand today.
To participate, register here to receive a link to the virtual programme on Zoom.
