Remembering the great David Bowie, who would have been 79 today. He was a student at City Lit in the 1960s. At the time, we still knew him as David Jones... 👉 www.citylit.ac.uk/loving-the-a... #DavidBowie #Bowie #CityLitAlumni

2026 is the year you finally learn a new language! 🤝 City Lit has thousands of introductory and beginners language courses to help you take that step. 📈 👋 Signed languages: www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/spec... 🗣️ Spoken languages: www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/lang...

Having Fun With Learning Can Be Seriously Life-Changing! At City Lit, learning is hands-on, joyful and designed to spark creativity. Forget the stressful school-day memories, this is about uplifting your week. Ready to rediscover the joy of learning? www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/having-...

Reminder: Applications are open for the 2026–27 @malorieblackman.bsky.social Scholarships for Unheard Voices. This is your chance to receive up to £1,000 towards City Lit writing courses. Applications close 8 Feb 2026. @citylitwriting.bsky.social Apply now: www.citylit.ac.uk/malorie-blac...

From wobbly bike rides to adulting, learning shapes us. At City Lit, we offer thousands of playful and inspiring courses in art, performing arts, and wellbeing. Explore more: www.citylit.ac.uk/learning-is-... Watch our new video on fun ways to learn at City Lit! youtu.be/XPsBm0N2Zp8

Unlock your creativity at City Lit! Explore painting, poetry, drama, and mindfulness. Learning is about joy and curiosity. Start your journey today: www.citylit.ac.uk/learning-is-... #HaveFunLearning #CityLit

Help Shape the Future of City Lit! We’re inviting students to join our Student Panel and play a key role in enhancing the City Lit experience. Applications are open now — don’t miss out! Deadline: Sunday 11 January 2026. Learn more and apply here: help.citylit.ac.uk/hc/en-gb/art...

Why not make the most of City Lit’s professional studio equipment. Explore lighting, backdrops and props that will elevate your photography to a professional level. Learn more: www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/art-...

Want a taster of what Jewish Book Week is all about? Don't miss our special JBW preview with Jonathan Freedland, delving into his Sunday Times bestseller The Traitors Circle, in conversation with Mark Malcomson. Book now - 29 Jan, 7pm, Kings Place: shorturl.at/SDpHW @citylit.bsky.social

Taster courses 🎷🩰✍️ Our taster courses are the perfect way to try something new and find out if a course is right for you. So whether you fancy exploring art history, creative writing or singing, we have the course for you. www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/tast...

"Get the Nation Learning - that's what we've got to do for our economy but also to make our society strong and fair." The winner of this year's #GetTheNationLearning Lifelong Learning Ambassador Award @officialedballs.bsky.social explains why we must make the case for lifelong learning. ⬇️

Want a great present to give someone There are loads of amazing courses AND you could use a voucher to come to my radio and podcast courses that resume in February

Still searching for the perfect gift? City Lit gift vouchers make thoughtful last‑minute presents, perfect for anyone who’d appreciate learning something new in the year ahead. Find out more: www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/city-lit-gift-vouchers-the-perfect-gift

🌍 New Event! Explore French, Spanish & Italian through cinema! Join us on Saturday 14th March at City Lit for: 🎞️ Film screenings 🗣️ Language taster sessions (beginners and intermediate) 🤝 A chance to meet new people & gain practical skills Book now: www.citylit.ac.uk/film-and-lan...

Between the Lines 2025, our latest anthology of work by @citylit.bsky.social's wonderful creative writing students, is now on sale! Get your copy here: www.citylit.ac.uk/betweentheli... Limited copies are also available in the college Student Centre. All profits go to our Student Bursary fund.

Why study the humanities? 🏛️ Students often tell us that studying the humanities at City Lit enriched their lives in ways they didn’t expect. They say that they found community, connections, and new ways to grow intellectually. Find out more here: www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/why-stu... #Humanities

🎭 Want to be an actor but need flexible training? Join City Lit’s Acting: Foundation (Level 2 Certificate) 25 Saturdays of practical classes in acting, voice & movement. Finish with a live performance + accredited qualification! Find out more: www.citylit.ac.uk/acting-found...

Applications are open for the 2026–27 @malorieblackman.bsky.social Scholarships for Unheard Voices. Receive up to £1,000 for creative writing courses at City Lit, supporting new voices. Deadline to apply: 8 Feb 2026. Learn more: www.citylit.ac.uk/malorie-blac... @citylitwriting.bsky.social

We were proud to see our learners share their journeys with Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal at last week’s event on adult essential skills, hosted by @learnworkuk.bsky.social. Their stories highlighted the power of education to transform lives and careers.

A great day out with @sarahj.bsky.social visiting the Tate Modern permanent collection on her excellent ‘Demystifying the Tate Modern’ course( @citylit.bsky.social ).

Congratulations to @citylit.bsky.social alumna Kayleigh Mai Hinsley, who was longlisted for this year's Women's Prize for Playwriting with her play 'First Gravedigger'! See the full longlist here: womensprizeforplaywriting.co.uk/2025-longlist/

Sometimes the best gifts are the ones we've made ourselves. 🎁 City Lit tutor John Page gave us a basketry masterclass by weaving a festive Christmas reindeer with rush. 🧺 Want to learn to do this yourself? Sign up to a basketry class today: www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/art-... #Basketry #Weaving

Hamlet like never before. City Lit Theatre Company & director James Jarrett bring a Hitchcock-inspired dystopia of secrets & lies.🎭 Join us on 4, 5 or 6 December at the John Lyon’s Theatre. Get your tickets here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hamlet-by-...

December is here, and we're feeling Christmassy. Open a new door every two days and discover a surprise to brighten your day over the festive period. 🎅 On Christmas Eve, opening the final door will reveal an extra-special gift. 🙊 See for yourself: www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/christm...

SAVE 15% on your next City Lit course! As an extra treat, you can use the code on as many eligible courses as you like! Offer valid on courses that are between £99 and £500. Discount ends midnight Monday 1 December. T&Cs apply: www.citylit.ac.uk/15-off-cyber... www.citylit.ac.uk

We're excited to announce the launch of "In the Scene: Agnès Varda" by City Lit Film Tutor Dr Paul Sutton! His book explores the life and work of this French cinema trailblazer from her analogue films to digital masterpieces. Read more: www.aurorametro.com/product/in-t... @aurorametro.bsky.social

If you’d have told me two months ago that I would sing live & solo in front of people, I would not have believed it possible. But #katherinestrohmaier at @citylit.bsky.social certainly made the “Singing With Confidence” course live up to its name!

SAVE 15% on your next City Lit course! You can use the code on as many eligible courses as you like! Offer valid on courses that are between £99 and £500. Discount ends midnight Monday 1 December. T&Cs apply: www.citylit.ac.uk/15-off-cyber... Browse our courses: www.citylit.ac.uk

At our #GetTheNationLearning Awards, Mark Jones won our 'New Directions' Award, sponsored by @citylit.bsky.social. 🧭 Having been a self-employed plasterer for 36 years, Mark navigated an inspiring career change by enrolling on an HGV course. Find out more: getthenationlearning.org.uk/mark-jones/

Want to sound like a native? Start with pronunciation. Join City Lit’s new workshops in German, Welsh & Swedish. ✅ Great for beginners ✅ Useful for all learners ✅ Perfect for the phonetically curious Read more on our blog: www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/the-sec...

Congratulations Sam Simpson @redefinestammer.bsky.social on your very well-deserved award from @citylit.bsky.social for all you've done - and continue to do - in helping people who #stamner to thrive!

“Education is crucial for the young but if we don’t start tackling the issue for learning for the whole of life, then we will be poorer as individuals and society.” - City Lit Principal @markmalcomson.bsky.social. Read the @aoc-info.bsky.social Think Further blog: www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-bo...

Last night we celebrated the incredible achievements of our community at the City Lit Awards. Hear directly from five remarkable students about what inspires them most on their learning journey. 🎥 Watch the video: youtu.be/SQFeIM44JYQ?...

Last night we celebrated the incredible achievements of our students, tutors, and staff at the City Lit Awards. Check out what some of our tutors and staff love most about being part of our community. Watch the video: youtu.be/770aw5noa_s?...

An honour to be awarded the Jeremy Swain Partner Award this evening & to celebrate three decades of advocacy, activism, community building & collaboration fostering #stammering-affirming narratives & culture. Thank you to everyone who has supported me & contributed to this work over the years

Tomorrow, we celebrate the incredible achievements of our students, tutors, staff and partners at the City Lit Awards 2025! Take a look back at last year's celebration and enjoy some of our favourite moments. We'll be announcing this year's winners Wednesday, stay tuned! youtu.be/xmdscDO5RFg?...

Celebrate the festive season with City Lit 🔔 🎁 From carols to classic winter films, our Christmas courses are the perfect way to enjoy this special time of the year. Find your festive favourite: www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/vm/c...

Step into Elsinore as you’ve never seen it before… Directed by James Jarrett, City Lit Theatre Company reimagines Shakespeare’s masterpiece as a dystopian wasteland full of secrets and lies. Thurs 4 – Sat 6 Dec 2025, John Lyon’s Theatre Tickets available now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hamlet-by-...

Thank you so much to all fabulous @citylit.bsky.social writers, plus special guest Salma Ibrahim, who joined us for last week's Late Lines evening of spoken word at the college! Late Lines will return in early 2026 - visit www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines for the latest info.

Curious about trying something new? Discover your next passion with City Lit's taster courses, from art history to singing. Share the experience with someone you love: citylit.ac.uk/courses/tast... #CityLit #Courses #TrySomethingNew

Last night, we welcomed Emmy award-winning journalist and former @cnn.com anchor Alisyn Camerota to talk about her book #CombatLove 🗣️ We explored her career, journalism's challenges, and notable political interviews. Learn journalism basics at City Lit: www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/writ...

It's that time of year again... Keep an eye on our website over the next few weeks – you never know what exciting discounts might pop up 👀 Want to be the first to hear when they do? Sign up to our newsletter on the homepage and stay in the loop: www.citylit.ac.uk

In Conversation With… Yvadney Davis. Join us for an Artist Talk with award-winning visual artist Yvadney Davis on Friday 21 November at City Lit. Discover her journey rooted in British Caribbean heritage and her accolades. Learn more: www.citylit.ac.uk/in-conversat...

🧚 Ever fancied learning to write fairytales? 🎭 Making props for stage and screen? 📄 Folding paper into masterpieces or crafting punchlines that land? Our Weird and Wonderful courses are a treasure trove of the unexpected. Find your hidden talent: www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/weir...

Why spend money on a creative writing course at @citylit.bsky.social? Novelist and creative writing coordinator Judith Bryan tells you 5 things every writer needs that you’ll never get from Youtube alone: www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/5-thing...

Fantastic to have @officialedballs.bsky.social attend the awards as special guest and receive our Lifelong Learning Ambassador Award. 🏆 #GetTheNationLearning

👏 Huge congratulations to City Lit Fellow @officialedballs.bsky.social on receiving the Lifelong Learning Ambassador Award at the #GetTheNationLearning Awards!

A big thank you @learnworkuk.bsky.social for inviting us to Portcullis House today to talk about the benefits of lipreading classes. #GetTheNationLearning

Join us for our Art and Design Foundation Open Day on Tuesday 25 November. Meet tutors and students from the Foundation Diploma and Pre-Foundation courses, explore our facilities, and attend portfolio surgery sessions. Learn more: www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/foun...

We've kicked off! Our chief exec @stephenevans.bsky.social opens the awards and welcomes guests. Huge thanks to our sponsors NOCN Group, @et-foundation.bsky.social, @citylit.bsky.social and @ufitrust.bsky.social for making these awards possible. 💫 #GetTheNationLearning