Find out more about the government's changes to benefits this year including 'bedroom tax', the local council tax support scheme, personal independence payments, the benefit cap and universal credit.

Come along to our Sensory Support Awareness Day at County Hall, Durham from 9.00am-4.00pm on Thursday 6 June with demonstrations from Goalball UK (York) and a special appearance from a Paralympics flame bearer!

Come along and meet some foster carers – they will tell you what fostering is really about. See our fostering page to find out about an event in your local area.

Don’t miss the chance to see a unique exhibition of watercolours, drawings and photographs from the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, depicting Britain at the onset of World War 2.

Writing workshops with author Wendy Robertson on Wednesday 1, 8, 15 and 22 May, 2.00pm – 4.00pm at Bishop Auckland Town Hall.

It’s full steam ahead at Clayport Library in May. The Durham City library is hosting a series of railway-themed talks and events in celebration.

Experience the beauty of your local countryside. Our programme of guided walks and events for Spring and Summer 2013 is now available.