Next week will see Get Online Week help Pembrokeshire residents learn that getting the most out of the Internet can be easy and fun.

National Get Online Week 2017 runs from October 2-8 and it’s asking people to ‘Try 1 Thing’ - namely to use the internet to do just one transaction they would normally do in a shop or bank, in a doctor’s or chemist, or even over the ’phone.

Whether you’re brand-new to the internet or you want a bit of help making more out of being online, local events with free and friendly support will help you take your next step.

Kath Woolcock, economy librarian from Pembrokeshire Libraries, explained: “Almost everyone has heard about some of the ways the internet can help you save money, save time, and make life easier and more fun.

“But if you’re not confident using a computer, tablet or smartphone, or you’ve heard about some of the dangers of being online, it can be difficult to take that next step.

“Getting the most out of the Internet doesn’t have to be scary. We think that doing just one thing online is all you need to do to get started, and we’re running events to help people do just that.

“We will be holding Get Online Week events at six libraries across Pembrokeshire, and there’ll be lots of friendly support for anyone who wants to start doing a bit more online - and it’s absolutely free.

“People can call the libraries to find out more, or just pop in and see what’s happening.”

The events are at: Tenby Library (01437 775151) on Monday, October 2, between 10 am and 12 pm; Haverfordwest Library and Information Centre (01437 775244), Tuesday, October 3, 10 am - 12 pm; Neyland Library (01437 775131), Tuesday, October 3, 2-4 pm; Pembroke Dock Library (01437 775825), Wednesday, 4th October, 10 am - 12 pm; Milford Haven Library and Information Centre (01437 771888), Wednesday, October 4, 2-4 pm; Fishguard Library (01437 776638), Thursday, October 5, 2-4 pm.