Discover the Language and Culture of Mandarin at Ormeau Road Library
Published 21 May 2025
Ormeau Road Library is offering local residents the chance to explore a new language this June with a free two-part Introduction to Mandarin course for adult beginners.
Delivered in partnership with The Open University, the workshops will be led by tutor Ximena Arias-Manzano and will introduce participants to the basics of Mandarin Chinese, including elements of both language and cultural understanding.
Part one of the course takes place on Thursday 19 June from 2:00pm to 3:00pm, followed by part two on Friday 20 June 2025 from 2:00pm to 3:00pm, both in Ormeau Road Library.
These relaxed and welcoming sessions are designed for complete beginners and are a great opportunity to try something new, meet others with shared interests, and learn more about one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.
Booking is essential and places are limited.
To secure your place or for more information, contact Ormeau Road Library on telephone: 028 9050 9228 or email: ormeauroad.library@librariesni.org.uk
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