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Learning takes time, and every brushstroke matters. See how Verity’s creativity flourished at City Lit, where supportive tutors helped her develop her painting skills step by step. Grow your skills this spring and see where learning can take you. citylit.ac.uk/season-of-grow…

Join City Lit colleague Richard D. France next week (24 March) for an evening of art, music, and conversation on mental health, neurodivergence, and d/Deaf creativity. He'll be joined by Rocio Camacho Acal on drums. BSL interpretation provided. More info: rcn.org.uk/news-and-event…

Our community is full of inspiring stories, and Emiko's is one we love. A piano student since 2009, she's now teaching a Piano course at City Lit this Spring. From student to tutor, her journey shows the power of following your passion. Learn more: citylit.ac.uk/courses/perfor…

Behind the scenes at rehearsals of the latest City Lit Drama School production 'Krum'. 🎭 Krum negotiates two weddings and two funerals with his family and assortment of kooky friends. The production runs from 26th-28th March. Get your ticket TODAY: eventbrite.co.uk/e/krum-tickets…

Happy Sign Language Week! 👐 For many Deaf people, BSL is where humour, identity, and everyday conversation feel natural. Sign Language Week is a moment to recognise that culture, community, and belonging matter. Explore how you can take part: signlanguageweek.org.uk

It’s @NCWeek 🎉 A time to celebrate the skills and perspectives neurodivergent people bring. 🗣️ At City Lit, support sessions help neurodivergent adults thrive on accredited courses. Hear how the sessions have helped 👇 citylit.ac.uk/blog/support-s…

We’re really exciting to welcome The Evelyn Glennie Foundation to City Lit this May for Listen Up! @DameEvelyn Glennie is one of our Fellows, so having the Foundation with us feels especially meaning. @EvelynGlennieFD

Dreaming of colourful harbours, cinnamon buns and epic fjords? 🇳🇴 🇸🇪 🇩🇰 Our tutor Anne Svenstrup Grant shares her favourite spots across Scandinavia, from the postcard perfect harbour of Nyhavn in Copenhagen to the dramatic fjords in Norway. Read more: citylit.ac.uk/blog/a-little-…

Look closely at these City Lit art photos. 🎨 At first, things look strikingly different. But not much has changed. The concentration, the technique, and the students' creativity remain the same, nearly 100 years apart. Sign up to an art class today: citylit.ac.uk/courses/art-an…

Not every day you hear a 105-year-old WWII pilot tell his story. 🛩️ A pleasure to welcome Flt Lt Colin Bell DFC last night with @@howtoacademy He spoke with @JohnNicholRAF about his life, service and new book 'Bloody Dangerous'. Great to also welcome @RHChelsea pensioners. 🤝

Prashant reignited his passion for art through @citylit’s developing art practice course. Now, he creates powerful pieces on inequality and social justice and with the help of the course, is building a career in the arts. #AdultLearningPays Read more: citylit.ac.uk/blog/finding-h…

Spring is starting to… spring 🌱 Longer days, more sunshine, and that feeling it's time to try something new. From languages to art to career skills, lots of courses are starting soon at City Lit. Take a look 👇 citylit.ac.uk/courses?cl_sta… #LifelongLearning #LearnSomethingNew

Wendy Warren's inspiring journey with City Lit transformed her career, leading to the publication of her debut picture book, The Bear Who Wanted to Dance. Her story reminds us why we love seeing our students shine. 💜 🐻 📚 Discover our courses: citylit.ac.uk/courses/art-an…

🎶 Fascinated by German opera but not quite fluent in the language? City Lit offers intermediate & advanced courses to learn German through the arias and intrigue of your favourite German opera. Perfect for fans who want to grasp every note. Learn more: citylit.ac.uk/blog/learning-…

Join us on Tuesday 24 March for our Art and Design Foundation Open Day. You will have the opportunity to meet tutors on our Foundation Diploma and Pre-Foundation courses, and view our workshops, facilities, and gallery. Find out more: citylit.ac.uk/foundation-ope…

Join textile artist Anna Ray at City Lit for a special conversation. Explore her three-decade journey in colour, texture, and history, from installations to her Huguenot silk-weaving legacy. 20 March, 18:30-19:30 Book today: citylit.ac.uk/in-conversatio…

This #InternationalWomensDay, we’re honouring the women who make our community extraordinary. We’ve gathered their voices in a series of interviews exploring empowerment, education and the role models who shaped them. Read more: citylit.ac.uk/blog/celebrati… #IWD2026

Proud to celebrate the final day of #CollegesWeek2026 by shining a light on the incredible tutors who make City Lit such a special place to learn. #LoveOurColleges #CityLit @AoC_info @LondonColleges Watch full video: youtube.com/watch?v=770aw5…

Can you believe it's the fifth and final day of #CollegesWeek2026? Behind every successful college is a strong community of dedicated staff. Today, we're paying tribute to all those who work in colleges, as well as the key partners and stakeholders. #LoveOurColleges

It's the last day of #CollegesWeek2026 and today is all about 'college community'. Manuel and Bernard met because they both do ballet at Keeley Street. They've formed a lovely friendship - it's what City Lit is all about. #SkillsfForAll