Courses for 2019/20
Course Fees:
- 5 week courses: £45.00
- 10 week courses: £85.00 (£88.00 if not booked online)
- Other events: fees as shown
Classes do not normally run during the weeks of the school half terms or on bank holidays.
Half term dates: 21st - 25th October 2019 and 17th - 21st February 2020
IMPORTANT - Before you join a course
Our courses are full fee only with no reductions. Refunds are only given in cases of serious personal illness which prevents you from attending more than three classes.
No courses could be found that match your criteria.
Acrylic Painting (A10)
This course is for those who have used Acrylic paint before. We will look at developing paintings around a topic with an ongoing project and showcasing your work in a small exhibition. Guidance will be given around gathering information and resources and exploring different paint effects. We will work in a variety of styles and look at how known artists have approached similar topics.
| Category: | Creative Arts & Crafts (Painting) |
| Tutor: | Amanda Ryan |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe |
| Day: | Monday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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30 Sep 2019 - 09 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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14:30 - 16:30 | £85.00 | 5 |
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13 Jan 2020 - 23 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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14:30 - 16:30 | £85.00 | 17 |
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30 Mar 2020 - 18 May 2020
5 weeks
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14:30 - 16:30 | £45.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Acrylic Painting Absolute Beginners (A09)
For people who want to start at the very beginning. We start with looking at the basic equipment and how it is used. We will then go onto painting landscapes, portraits and botanical themes using a step-by-step approach. We experiment with colour mixing and working on a variety of different paper and boards. You will be shown a variety of techniques which will enhance your painting.
| Category: | Creative Arts & Crafts (Painting) |
| Tutor: | Amanda Ryan |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe |
| Day: | Monday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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30 Sep 2019 - 09 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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12:00 - 14:00 | £85.00 | 10 |
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13 Jan 2020 - 23 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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12:00 - 14:00 | £85.00 | 18 |
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30 Mar 2020 - 18 May 2020
5 weeks
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12:00 - 14:00 | £45.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Calligraphy (D43)
A creative calligraphy course suited to both beginners and the more experienced. You will be introduced to a variety of scripts and calligraphy techniques. Beginners will be taught the basics of Italic script in the first instance, whilst the more experienced will be encouraged to produce pieces which use a variety of calligraphy fonts to create innovative works of art.
| Category: | Creative Arts & Crafts (Calligraphy) |
| Tutor: | Ruth Leigh |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe |
| Day: | Thursday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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03 Oct 2019 - 12 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 9 |
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16 Jan 2020 - 26 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 18 |
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23 Apr 2020 - 21 May 2020
5 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £45.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Contemporary Stitch (D42)
A creative stitch course which is suited to both beginners and the more experienced. There is the opportunity to learn embroidery, fabric painting and beading techniques to create an individual piece of work based on a set theme. The atmosphere is friendly and supportive and the programme allows students to explore their own interests and approaches.
| Category: | Creative Arts & Crafts (Haberdashery) |
| Tutor: | Ruth Leigh |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe |
| Day: | Thursday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
03 Oct 2019 - 12 Dec 2019
10 weeks
|
10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 10 |
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16 Jan 2020 - 26 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Drawing Absolute Beginners (E46)
This course starts at the beginning and looks at the type of pencils and papers we use and why. It progresses on to drawing simple objects and then grouping them into arrangements. A variety of drawing techniques using pencil will be explored and ways of looking at the objects we are drawing.
| Category: | Creative Arts & Crafts (Drawing) |
| Tutor: | Sandra Bouguerch |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe |
| Day: | Friday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
04 Oct 2019 - 13 Dec 2019
10 weeks
|
10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 0 |
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17 Jan 2020 - 27 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 15 |
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24 Apr 2020 - 22 May 2020
5 weeks
|
10:00 - 12:00 | £45.00 | 16 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Drawing Stage 2 (B15)
This is a step up from the beginners course in drawing. You will use a wider range of drawing materials and experiment with different techniques. These will include pencil, wash, ink and charcoal. We will develop different themes and projects and explore expressive aspects of drawing. You will need a little experience of basic drawing skills if you join in January or April.
| Category: | Creative Arts & Crafts (Drawing) |
| Tutor: | Sandra Bouguerch |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre |
| Day: | Tuesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
01 Oct 2019 - 10 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 9 |
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14 Jan 2020 - 24 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 16 |
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21 Apr 2020 - 19 May 2020
5 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £45.00 | 16 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Drawing Stage 4 (A08)
This course is for those who have experience drawing in different media. For example, pencil, charcoal, ink, wash etc. Advanced drawing techniques will be introduced to help shape your own work. You will follow a project encouraging you to cultivate your own distinctive style leading to an exhibition at the end of the course.
| Category: | Creative Arts & Crafts (Drawing) |
| Tutor: | Amanda Ryan |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe |
| Day: | Monday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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30 Sep 2019 - 09 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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09:30 - 11:30 | £85.00 | 3 |
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13 Jan 2020 - 23 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
09:30 - 11:30 | £85.00 | 18 |
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30 Mar 2020 - 18 May 2020
5 weeks
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09:30 - 11:30 | £45.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Floral Table Decoration for Christmas: Saturday Workshop (F51)
This Saturday workshop is an introduction to festive flower arranging, using fresh foliage and flowers and will include some decorative accessories. You will create your own Christmas table decoration to take home with you and the session will include a demonstration. The workshop will include all materials in the cost.
| Category: | Creative Arts & Crafts (Flower Arranging) |
| Tutor: | Joan Johnson |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe (annexe hall) |
| Day: | Saturday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
30 Nov 2019
1 day
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10:00 - 12:00 | £25.00 | 11 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Flower Arranging (B21)
For beginners and those with flower arranging experience. This course covers a variety of traditional, modern, contemporary and seasonal designs. A practical course with short talks on Flower Arranging and a demonstration each week. Friendly atmosphere and supportive. Students find it inspirational and therapeutic.
| Category: | Creative Arts & Crafts (Flower Arranging) |
| Tutor: | Joan Johnson |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe |
| Day: | Tuesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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01 Oct 2019 - 10 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 1 |
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14 Jan 2020 - 24 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 16 |
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21 Apr 2020 - 19 May 2020
5 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £45.00 | 15 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Lino Print Making: Saturday Workshop (F50)
This introduction will help you to design and produce an effective lino print. In the morning we will look at the different equipment, designs that make an impact and lino cutting techniques. In the afternoon we will explore the different papers you can use, ink mixing and rolling and printing techniques without a press.
Equipment will be provided for the workshop and you be able to take away your finished print and a set of notes explaining the process in detail.
| Category: | Creative Arts & Crafts (Lino Printing) |
| Tutor: | Tom Smith |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe (annexe hall) |
| Day: | Saturday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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23 Nov 2019
1 day
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10:00 - 15:00 | £25.00 | 5 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Oil Painting (D34)
This course is suitable for absolute beginners. You will learn how to mix colours and use different oil mediums. We will also explore different surfaces to work on. We will use a variety of topics and approaches to get the best out of your paintings. At the first lesson we will look at the materials you need – there is no need to bring anything to the first lesson unless you already have equipment.
| Category: | Creative Arts & Crafts (Painting) |
| Tutor: | Amanda Ryan |
| Centre: | St Luke's Church |
| Day: | Thursday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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03 Oct 2019 - 12 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 11 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Watercolour Absolute Beginners (C25)
This course is suitable for complete beginners and those who have had a little experience of watercolour painting. We will practice applying and controlling paint, using the brush in different ways, pen and watercolour wash, colour mixing and putting things into perspective. In the process we will explore different subjects - landscape, flowers, animals, birds and still life.
| Category: | Creative Arts & Crafts (Painting) |
| Tutor: | Jean Preston |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe |
| Day: | Wednesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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02 Oct 2019 - 11 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 12 |
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15 Jan 2020 - 25 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 20 |
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22 Apr 2020 - 20 May 2020
5 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £45.00 | 20 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Watercolour Stage 2 (B16)
A course for water colourists who have completed a beginners course or already have some experience of watercolour painting. Over the weeks we cover different subjects and techniques to improve your skills. We experiment with using a mixture of medias that complement watercolour painting. For example pen and watercolour wash, watercolour pencils, chalk and oil pastel, conte and antique effects and collage.
| Category: | Creative Arts & Crafts (Painting) |
| Tutor: | Jean Preston |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe |
| Day: | Tuesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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01 Oct 2019 - 10 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 7 |
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14 Jan 2020 - 24 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 18 |
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21 Apr 2020 - 19 May 2020
5 weeks
|
10:00 - 12:00 | £45.00 | 19 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Watercolour Stage 3 (C24)
Suitable for the more accomplished students. We aim to extend your creativity, imagination and develop your personal style. The tutor will demonstrate a variety of advanced techniques, the use of new media and new products on the market. We then move on to a themed project. We will explore flowers, seascapes, new perspectives on the landscape and abstract watercolours. During the second term we will extend this to more creative and experimental work, which will help increase your confidence to work in your own style.
| Category: | Creative Arts & Crafts (Painting) |
| Tutor: | Jean Preston |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe |
| Day: | Wednesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
02 Oct 2019 - 11 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 1 |
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15 Jan 2020 - 25 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 19 |
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22 Apr 2020 - 20 May 2020
5 weeks
|
10:00 - 12:00 | £45.00 | 20 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
French Absolute Beginners (A01)
This course covers the basic aspects of the French language and culture within familiar contexts, for example, food and drink in France, shopping and travel. Classes are lively and fun with a focus on speaking and listening with interaction between group members. We use the ‘BBC Talk French Book 1’. By the end of the course you will have acquired sufficient ‘survival’ language to get by on a visit to France. This course starts at Absolute Beginners level in October.
PLEASE NOTE: IN TERM 2 AND 3 THIS COURSE IS A CONTINUATION FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE COMPLETED ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS IN TERM 1 OR WHO HAVE A LITTLE PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE OF FRENCH.
| Category: | Languages (French) |
| Tutor: | Carol Wilson |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe (upstairs room, no lift) |
| Day: | Monday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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30 Sep 2019 - 09 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 3 |
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13 Jan 2020 - 23 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 12 |
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30 Mar 2020 - 18 May 2020
5 weeks
|
10:00 - 12:00 | £45.00 | 12 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
French Conversation Stage 4 (D37)
This course is for learners who already have a good knowledge of French. The aim is to give plenty of opportunities to speak French in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Written texts, recorded material, games and video clips are used to stimulate discussion and increase fluency, and grammar points are practised regularly in order to increase accuracy. The content is similar to that offered in the stage 5 class but with more emphasis on consolidating knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.
| Category: | Languages (French) |
| Tutor: | Sandra Kolot |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre |
| Day: | Thursday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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03 Oct 2019 - 12 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 10 |
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16 Jan 2020 - 26 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 18 |
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23 Apr 2020 - 21 May 2020
5 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £45.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
French Conversation Stage 5 (D38)
This course is for learners who already have a good knowledge of French. The aim is to give plenty of opportunities to speak French in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Written texts, recorded material, games and video clips are used to stimulate discussion and increase fluency, and grammar points are practised in order to increase accuracy. The content is similar to that offered in the stage 4 class.
| Category: | Languages (French) |
| Tutor: | Sandra Kolot |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre |
| Day: | Thursday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
03 Oct 2019 - 12 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 4 |
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16 Jan 2020 - 26 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 18 |
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23 Apr 2020 - 21 May 2020
5 weeks
|
10:00 - 12:00 | £45.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
French Stage 1 (B20)
If you have completed a French Beginners course or studied French at a basic level in the past and feel you are a little rusty then this course is for you. The basics of French will be reinforced and further developed through reading, speaking and listening. A variety of topics will be introduced in a friendly and relaxed environment. We use the ‘BBC Talk French 2’ book for this course.
| Category: | Languages (French) |
| Tutor: | Carol Wilson |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe (upstairs room, no lift) |
| Day: | Tuesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
01 Oct 2019 - 10 Dec 2019
10 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 0 |
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14 Jan 2020 - 24 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 11 |
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21 Apr 2020 - 19 May 2020
5 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £45.00 | 11 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
French Stage 2 (D35)
A course for those who have done French in the past and now wish to improve their conversational skills and revise some grammar. We use the BBC course ‘French Experience’ Book 1, which covers a wide range of topics and offers opportunities for listening, reading and speaking in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
| Category: | Languages (French) |
| Tutor: | Sheila Nelson |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre (upstairs room, no lift) |
| Day: | Thursday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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03 Oct 2019 - 12 Dec 2019
10 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 15 |
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16 Jan 2020 - 26 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 20 |
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23 Apr 2020 - 21 May 2020
5 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £45.00 | 20 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
French Stage 3 (D36)
A course for those with a reasonable knowledge of French and who wish to improve the fluency of their conversation and knowledge of grammar. We cover a wide range of topics through listening, reading, speaking in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We use the BBC course ‘The French Experience’ Book 2.
| Category: | Languages (French) |
| Tutor: | Sheila Nelson |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre (upstairs room, no lift) |
| Day: | Thursday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
03 Oct 2019 - 12 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 4 |
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16 Jan 2020 - 26 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 20 |
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23 Apr 2020 - 21 May 2020
5 weeks
|
10:00 - 12:00 | £45.00 | 20 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
German Absolute Beginners (A02)
This course covers basic aspects of the German language and culture within familiar contexts, for example, food and drink in Germany, shopping and travel. Classes are lively and fun with a focus on speaking and listening with interaction between group members. We use the ‘BBC Talk German Book 1’. By the end of the course you will have acquired sufficient ‘survival’ language to get by on a visit to Germany.
PLEASE NOTE: IN TERM 2 AND 3 THIS COURSE IS A CONTINUATION FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE COMPLETED ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS IN TERM 1 OR WHO HAVE A LITTLE PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE OF GERMAN.
| Category: | Languages (German) |
| Tutor: | Carol Wilson |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe (upstairs room, no lift) |
| Day: | Monday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
30 Sep 2019 - 09 Dec 2019
10 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 8 |
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13 Jan 2020 - 23 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 12 |
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30 Mar 2020 - 18 May 2020
5 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £45.00 | 12 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
German Conversation Stage 4 (A03)
This course is run in an informal but structured manner to encourage students to speak in German and develop confidence and fluency. Articles will be translated and some aspects of grammar discussed. The tutor is a native German speaker and she will touch on how German people really speak, their customs and behaviour.
| Category: | Languages (German) |
| Tutor: | Irene Roberts |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre |
| Day: | Monday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
30 Sep 2019 - 09 Dec 2019
10 weeks
|
10:30 - 12:30 | £85.00 | 3 |
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13 Jan 2020 - 23 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
10:30 - 12:30 | £85.00 | 16 |
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30 Mar 2020 - 18 May 2020
5 weeks
|
10:30 - 12:30 | £45.00 | 17 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
German Stage 1 (C26)
If you have completed a German Beginners course or studied German at a basic level in the past and feel you are a little rusty then this course is for you. The basics of German will be reinforced and further developed through reading, speaking and listening. A variety of topics will be introduced in a friendly and relaxed environment. We use the ‘BBC Talk German 2’ book for this course.
| Category: | Languages (German) |
| Tutor: | Carol Wilson |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe (upstairs room, no lift) |
| Day: | Wednesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
02 Oct 2019 - 11 Dec 2019
10 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 6 |
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15 Jan 2020 - 25 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 11 |
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22 Apr 2020 - 20 May 2020
5 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £45.00 | 11 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
German Stage 3 (C27)
This course is suitable for those who have studied German for two or more years or have studied German in the past. It will include translation, conversation, role –play, quizzes and grammar. The tutor is a first language German speaker and the course is taught in an informal and friendly way.
| Category: | Languages (German) |
| Tutor: | Irene Roberts |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre (upstairs room, no lift) |
| Day: | Wednesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
02 Oct 2019 - 11 Dec 2019
10 weeks
|
10:30 - 12:30 | £85.00 | 7 |
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15 Jan 2020 - 25 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
10:30 - 12:30 | £85.00 | 16 |
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22 Apr 2020 - 20 May 2020
5 weeks
|
10:30 - 12:30 | £45.00 | 17 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
German Stage 5 (A04)
This course is mostly in German. It will include conversation in small groups. Looking at texts mainly from a newspaper or magazine article (reading out loud and translating into English and discussing this text with others in the group) The tutor will provide guidance on grammar and appropriate vocabulary. The emphasis is on conversation in German and exploring some of the nuances of the language.
| Category: | Languages (German) |
| Tutor: | Irene Roberts |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre |
| Day: | Monday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
30 Sep 2019 - 09 Dec 2019
10 weeks
|
13:30 - 15:30 | £85.00 | 10 |
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13 Jan 2020 - 23 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
13:30 - 15:30 | £85.00 | 18 |
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30 Mar 2020 - 18 May 2020
5 weeks
|
13:30 - 15:30 | £45.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Italian Absolute Beginners (C30)
The course will introduce you to Italian and is taught by a native Italian speaker. You will learn the essential vocabulary and phrases to help you speak with some confidence if you visit Italy. You will also learn something of the culture and traditions of the country. Students say of the course: ‘The tutor speaks to us in Italian and we are encouraged to speak and participate;’ ‘The tutor is encouraging and gives us confidence’. ‘The classes are fun and informative with excellent teaching’.
PLEASE NOTE: IN TERM 2 AND 3 THIS COURSE IS A CONTINUATION FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE COMPLETED ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS IN TERM 1 OR WHO HAVE A LITTLE PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE OF ITALIAN.
| Category: | Languages (Italian) |
| Tutor: | Sara Roman |
| Centre: | Friends Meeting House |
| Day: | Wednesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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02 Oct 2019 - 11 Dec 2019
10 weeks
|
10:45 - 12:45 | £85.00 | 13 |
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15 Jan 2020 - 25 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
10:45 - 12:45 | £85.00 | 18 |
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22 Apr 2020 - 20 May 2020
5 weeks
|
10:45 - 12:45 | £45.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Italian Stage 1 (C31)
This course is suitable for those who have grasped the basics of Italian and want to develop their understanding of the language. It will help develop your speaking skills around a variety of topics. Students say of this course, ‘the class is taught by a native Italian speaker’; ‘lots of variety in the teaching methods- games, videos, discussion, speaking and listening exercises - lots of opportunities to speak Italian’; ‘the tutor emails the power points we have used after each class’; ‘homework can be challenging but it is always varied and marked’; ‘the tutor is encouraging and there is good social atmosphere’; ‘we learn Italian by speaking it’. Ci vediamo presto!
| Category: | Languages (Italian) |
| Tutor: | Sara Roman |
| Centre: | Friends Meeting House |
| Day: | Wednesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
02 Oct 2019 - 11 Dec 2019
10 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 8 |
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15 Jan 2020 - 25 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 15 |
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22 Apr 2020 - 20 May 2020
5 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £45.00 | 15 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Italian Stage 2 (E48)
This course is suitable for those who have grasped the basics of Italian and want to develop their understanding of the language. It will help develop your conversational skills around a variety of topics and at the same time build your confidence to speak Italian. Students say of this course, ‘the class is taught by a native Italian speaker’; ‘lots of variety in the teaching methods- games, videos, discussion, speaking and listening exercises - lots of opportunities to speak Italian’; ‘the tutor emails the power points we have used after each class’; ‘homework can be challenging but it is always varied and marked’; ‘the tutor is encouraging and there is good social atmosphere’; ‘we learn Italian by speaking it’. Ci vediamo presto!
| Category: | Languages (Italian) |
| Tutor: | Sara Roman |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre |
| Day: | Friday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
04 Oct 2019 - 13 Dec 2019
10 weeks
|
11:45 - 13:45 | £85.00 | -1 |
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17 Jan 2020 - 27 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
11:45 - 13:45 | £85.00 | 18 |
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24 Apr 2020 - 22 May 2020
5 weeks
|
11:45 - 13:45 | £45.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Italian Stage 3 (A11)
This course is taught mostly in Italian with support in English. It develops an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the language. The course will enable you to develop conversations in different circumstances and the confidence to express yourself effectively. Students say of the course: ‘It is interactive and we use different methods of learning-very enjoyable’; ‘our tutor always helps our understanding of the spoken language’. We use Chiaro A2 book. Ci vediamo presto!
| Category: | Languages (Italian) |
| Tutor: | Sara Roman |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre |
| Day: | Monday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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30 Sep 2019 - 09 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 6 |
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13 Jan 2020 - 23 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 18 |
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30 Mar 2020 - 18 May 2020
5 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £45.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Italian Stage 3 (E47)
This course is taught mostly in Italian with support in English. It develops an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the language. The course will enable you to develop conversations in different circumstances and the confidence to express yourself effectively. Students say of the course: ‘It is interactive and we use different methods of learning-very enjoyable’; ‘our tutor always helps our understanding of the spoken language’. We use Chiaro A2 book. Ci vediamo presto!
| Category: | Languages (Italian) |
| Tutor: | Sara Roman |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre |
| Day: | Friday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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04 Oct 2019 - 13 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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09:30 - 11:30 | £85.00 | 5 |
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17 Jan 2020 - 27 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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09:30 - 11:30 | £85.00 | 18 |
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24 Apr 2020 - 22 May 2020
5 weeks
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09:30 - 11:30 | £45.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Italian Stage 4 (E49)
This course is taught mostly in Italian with support in English. It is suitable for those who have completed a stage 3 course or have a good grasp of Italian. It aims to develop fluency and confidence in speaking Italian. A wide range of topics will be used and the tutor, a native Italian speaker, will challenge you to develop your skills using the language in a wide range of situations.
| Category: | Languages (Italian) |
| Tutor: | Sara Roman |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre |
| Day: | Friday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
04 Oct 2019 - 13 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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14:00 - 16:00 | £85.00 | 8 |
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17 Jan 2020 - 27 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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14:00 - 16:00 | £85.00 | 17 |
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24 Apr 2020 - 22 May 2020
5 weeks
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14:00 - 16:00 | £45.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Spanish Absolute Beginners (A05)
This course covers the basic aspects of the Spanish language and culture within familiar contexts. For example, food and drink in Spain, shopping, health and travel. Classes are lively and fun with a focus on speaking and listening and interaction between group members. By the end of the course you will have acquired sufficient ‘survival’ language to get by on your holiday to Spain. This course starts at absolute beginners level in September.
PLEASE NOTE: IN TERM 2 AND 3 THIS COURSE IS A CONTINUATION FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE COMPLETED ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS IN TERM 1 OR WHO HAVE A LITTLE PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE OF SPANISH
| Category: | Languages (Spanish) |
| Tutor: | Rosa Garcia Marin |
| Centre: | Friends Meeting House |
| Day: | Monday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
30 Sep 2019 - 09 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 1 |
|
13 Jan 2020 - 23 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 18 |
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30 Mar 2020 - 18 May 2020
5 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £45.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Spanish Stage 2 (A07)
This course follows on from completing a beginners course in Spanish and will develop your conversational skills. Different topics will be introduced and the course offers opportunities for listening, reading and speaking in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The class is taught by a native Spanish speaker.
| Category: | Languages (Spanish) |
| Tutor: | Rosa Garcia Marin |
| Centre: | Friends Meeting House |
| Day: | Monday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
30 Sep 2019 - 09 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 4 |
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13 Jan 2020 - 23 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 18 |
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30 Mar 2020 - 18 May 2020
5 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £45.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Spanish Stage 3 (C28)
This course is taught mostly in Spanish though the tutor will offer some help and support in English. It is run in an informal but structured manner to encourage students to speak in Spanish. Comments from students include: ‘I enjoy reading about the Spanish culture and traditions’; talking about current events in Spanish encourages us all to participate’; ‘I enjoy the interaction with other students’; ‘always fun with a very good tutor’.
| Category: | Languages (Spanish) |
| Tutor: | Margarita Concannon |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre |
| Day: | Wednesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
02 Oct 2019 - 11 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 4 |
|
15 Jan 2020 - 25 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 18 |
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22 Apr 2020 - 20 May 2020
5 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £45.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Spanish Stage 4 (C29)
This course aims to encourage Spanish speaking and listening skills for the purpose of practical communication. It includes small group work, role-play and discussion as well as whole class participation. Students have said of the course: ‘the major attraction is that we speak Spanish all of the time’; ‘we occasionally do grammatical exercises’; ‘interesting discussion on a variety of topics – great fun’; ‘a stimulating environment with lots of conversation and exchange of ideas – all in Spanish’.
| Category: | Languages (Spanish) |
| Tutor: | Margarita Concannon |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre |
| Day: | Wednesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
02 Oct 2019 - 11 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 13 |
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15 Jan 2020 - 25 Mar 2020
10 weeks
|
13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 17 |
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22 Apr 2020 - 20 May 2020
5 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £45.00 | 17 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Understanding Italy (A12)
A short course for people who may speak a little Italian. The level of Italian is not important as it will be taught mainly in English but will use key Italian words and phrases to highlight some of the points discussed. It focuses on how culture, religion and multiple invasions have shaped modern Italy and the impact this has had on its business environment, politics and professional organisations. To help us understand Italy we will look at the national anthem, the Italian family, migration, regional differences, dialects and customs and the concept of bella figura (adapting to situations with style).
| Category: | Languages (Italian) |
| Tutor: | Sara Roman |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre |
| Day: | Monday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
13 Jan 2020 - 10 Feb 2020
5 weeks
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15:15 - 17:15 | £45.00 | 17 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Understanding Spain (A06)
A short course for people who are interested in or like visiting Spain but may not be able to speak Spanish. The course will be taught in English though some Spanish words and phrases such as ‘siesta’, ‘un café, por favor’ will be used to highlight some of the points discussed. We will learn about the people and their culture – the Spanish family, regional differences, customs and dialects. We will also see how multiple invasions from the Romans to the Arabs, religion and the Civil War have shaped our country without depriving Spaniards of their infectious love of life!
| Category: | Languages (Spanish) |
| Tutor: | Rosa Garcia Marin |
| Centre: | Friends Meeting House |
| Day: | Monday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
24 Feb 2020 - 23 Mar 2020
5 weeks
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15:30 - 17:30 | £45.00 | 17 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Amazing Archaeology: Discoveries That Changed How We View the Past (B18)
Lost cities, rich golden treasures, hydraulic temple doors and irrigation of deserts – these are just some of the ancient wonders we will cover over our 10 weeks. Looking at examples from across the globe we will examine how inventions, technology and beliefs have shaped past human societies, and continue to influence us in the present day.
| Category: | History (Archaeology) |
| Tutor: | Maggy Simms |
| Centre: | Horwich Community Centre |
| Day: | Tuesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
14 Jan 2020 - 24 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 7 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Bolton’s Unknown Heroes: A Historical Exploration (B17)
Bolton is proud of its past, our heroes - Nat Lofthouse, Fred Dibnah and so on. But what about Constance Howarth, Denis McLoughlin, Jim Strickleton? This course will look at Boltonians whose achievements we should celebrate (or be embarrassed by) but who most of us have not heard of. With group members help we shall explore these unknown heroes under a range of different local themes – crime, art, work, movements and so on.
| Category: | History (Local History) |
| Tutor: | David Burnham |
| Centre: | Horwich Community Centre |
| Day: | Tuesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
08 Oct 2019 - 03 Dec 2019
8 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £68.00 | 13 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
European Languages - Words and Texts (C33)
(This course is not a repeat of the course which ran in 2018/19)
This course is for anyone who is curious about how languages relate to each other. We'll look at the history of European languages and migrations in Europe and compare and contrast examples of language. You'll learn more about how languages work and how this can help us learn languages more efficiently.
| Category: | History (Historical Linguistics) |
| Tutor: | Elspeth Wardrop |
| Centre: | Horwich Community Centre |
| Day: | Wednesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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15 Jan 2020 - 25 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 14 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Family History Advanced (D45)
This course helps advanced family historians analyse complex and obscure historical sources of information.
| Category: | History (Family History) |
| Tutor: | Rita Greenwood |
| Centre: | Friends Meeting House |
| Day: | Thursday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
03 Oct 2019 - 12 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 3 |
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16 Jan 2020 - 26 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 23 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
History of the USA 1890-1920s: Continuity and Change, Prosperity and Prohibition (A13)
This course will explore American history from 1890 until the boom time of the 1920s and will chart the elements of continuity and change in a nation which was changing and evolving at a rapid pace. Issues covered include race relations especially those of white Americans and Afro-Americans, immigration and its effects upon the USA, the rise of big business and the growth of progressivism whose aim was to pass reforms to counter corruption. The boom in industry resulting from mass production and its effects upon the US economy will be explored and America’s entry and role in the First World War. Next, the roaring 20s will be examined, including the role of Jazz and cinema, the changing roles of women and the rise of gangsters including characters such as Al Capone. Finally, prohibition, America’s “great noble experiment”, will be analysed and explored and its failure explained.
| Category: | History (American History) |
| Tutor: | Lorraine Schofield |
| Centre: | Horwich Community Centre |
| Day: | Monday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
30 Sep 2019 - 09 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 9 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
History of the USA 1929-1947: The Wall St Crash, The Great Depression, The New Deal and Its Legacy and US Entry Into the Second World War (A14)
This course will explore the devastating effects of The Wall St Crash of 1929 and how it affected the US economy leading to a massive slump which had world-wide consequences. The Role of President Hoover and his inability to deal with the crisis will be examined as well as the social effects upon the American citizens including the Veterans’ march on Washington in 1932. The election of Roosevelt and his subsequent New Deal policies will be explored and the views of historians of their impact and legacy will be addressed. US foreign policy will also be examined, including the “special relationship” with Great Britain and the US entry into the Second World War following the bombing of Pearl Harbour. The course will conclude by looking at US political and world views in the immediate post war era and especially their great fear of communism.
| Category: | History (American History) |
| Tutor: | Lorraine Schofield |
| Centre: | Horwich Community Centre |
| Day: | Monday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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13 Jan 2020 - 23 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 16 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
History: An Introduction to Folk Learning and Popular Culture (B22)
This course will introduce students to a variety of the beliefs and practices inherent in the folklore of people in a non-scientific age. Topics will include the interpretations and uses of magic, the lore of death and representations of mortality, household lore, superstitions and omens, rituals and calendar customs, the supernatural world, folk medicine and plant lore and the ‘dark’ side of fairy tales and children’s games.
| Category: | History (Folk History) |
| Tutor: | Peter Watson |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre (upstairs room, no lift) |
| Day: | Tuesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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01 Oct 2019 - 10 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 12 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
History: House and Home (B23)
This course will look at well-to-do family living in the Lancashire Pennines c. 1600. We will examine the use of the dwelling, the daily lives and experiences of the members of the family, relationships with neighbours and other acquaintances and some typical local issues which might have affected them.
| Category: | History (Local History) |
| Tutor: | Peter Watson |
| Centre: | The Triangle Centre (upstairs room, no lift) |
| Day: | Tuesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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14 Jan 2020 - 24 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 19 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Progressing Your Family History (D44)
The internet has revolutionised research into family history, making the initial stages much easier. However, when the inevitable problems occur, other sources need to be used. This course will cover parish registers, probate and ‘The Parish Chest' studying samples of each but also discussing relevant websites to enable students to progress.
| Category: | History (Family History) |
| Tutor: | Rita Greenwood |
| Centre: | Friends Meeting House |
| Day: | Thursday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
03 Oct 2019 - 12 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 8 |
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16 Jan 2020 - 26 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 18 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Who are the Celts? (C32)
This course is for anyone who is interested in learning more about the languages, history, traditions and culture of the peoples referred to as Celtic: we will also look at examples of poems or other texts in original and translation.
| Category: | History (Historical Linguistics) |
| Tutor: | Elspeth Wardrop |
| Centre: | Horwich Community Centre |
| Day: | Wednesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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02 Oct 2019 - 11 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £85.00 | 11 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Creative Writing (D39)
An opportunity to develop your creative writing skills in a friendly and supportive environment. The course covers how to start writing, finding inspiration, finding expression in poetry or prose, creating characters and techniques of writing. There are a wide range of creative exercises and the opportunity to share what you create with other like-minded people.
| Category: | Creative Writing (Writing Poetry & Fiction) |
| Tutor: | Anthony Edge |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe (upstairs room, no lift) |
| Day: | Thursday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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03 Oct 2019 - 12 Dec 2019
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 3 |
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16 Jan 2020 - 26 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 13 |
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23 Apr 2020 - 21 May 2020
5 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £45.00 | 13 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Creative Writing (New Class) (B19)
An opportunity to develop your creative writing skills in a friendly and supportive environment. The course covers how to start writing, finding inspiration, finding expression in poetry or prose, creating characters and techniques of writing. There are a wide range of creative exercises and the opportunity to share what you create with other like-minded people.
| Category: | Creative Writing (Writing Poetry & Fiction) |
| Tutor: | Anthony Edge |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe (upstairs room, no lift) |
| Day: | Tuesday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
14 Jan 2020 - 24 Mar 2020
10 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £85.00 | 12 |
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21 Apr 2020 - 19 May 2020
5 weeks
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10:00 - 12:00 | £45.00 | 12 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Beginners Guide to iPad & iPhone (D40)
This course is suitable for absolute beginners. You will learn how to use the basic functions on your iPad or iPhone, how to use scroll on the touch screen, use apps, how to connect to the internet, create an email account, use the camera and understand settings.
| Category: | Technology (Mobile Devices) |
| Tutor: | Anthony Edge |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe (upstairs room, no lift) |
| Day: | Thursday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
|
03 Oct 2019 - 07 Nov 2019
5 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £45.00 | 2 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.
Beginners Guide to Smartphone & Tablet (D41)
This course is suitable for absolute beginners. You will learn how to use the basic functions on your tablet or smartphone, how to use scroll on the touch screen, use apps, how to connect to the internet, create an email account, use the camera and understand settings.
| Category: | Technology (Mobile Devices) |
| Tutor: | Anthony Edge |
| Centre: | The Triangle Annexe (upstairs room, no lift) |
| Day: | Thursday |
| Date | Time | Price* | Spaces Left |
|---|---|---|---|
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14 Nov 2019 - 12 Dec 2019
5 weeks
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13:00 - 15:00 | £45.00 | 8 |
*Price when paying online; cheque, cash or BACS payments will be higher.