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Arts and Creativity

Creative Christmas Craft - Hand-Drawn Cards (AC50)

Monday, 28-Sep-2020

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Cost $55, $40 for Members (includes GST)
Date Monday 28-Sep-2020
Single session
Time 10:00am (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 2
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A wonderful opportunity to create 2 unique wishing cards under the expert guidance of Migara. Choose your own theme to personalise these special items. Be proud to show your artistry through this distinctive creation. This course is spread over 2 hours on Monday 28th. September and 2 hours on Sunday 4th. October. All materials supplied. BYO visual reference eg. photos.

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Health and Wellness

Meditation with Louise Hay Teachings (HW2)

Monday, 28-Sep-2020

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Cost $55, $40 for Members (includes GST)
Date Monday 28-Sep-2020
3 weeks
Time 5:30pm (1 hr, 30 min)
Venue SPLC Room 4
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Arts and Creativity

Ikebana Japanese Floral Art (AC26)

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Cost $50 (includes GST)

Date Monday 12-Oct-2020
4 weeks
Time 10:00am (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 1
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Date Tuesday 10-Nov-2020
4 weeks
Time 10:00am (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 1
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If you have ever wanted to pick something from your garden, bring it into your home and express yourself, this course is for you! Ikebana is an ancient art originating from Japan more than five hundred years ago. The word Ikebana means living flowers. In this course you will learn about the space, line, balance and harmony between the materials used, the container in which it is held and the space where it is placed. Beginners will learn the fundamentals of Ikebana techniques and forms. Continuing students will learn more advanced techniques and forms. I will be teaching in Ichiyo school style. What to bring: For the first day: 5 stems of one kind of flower, secateurs and an old towel. Branch materials will be provided. For following lessons, please bring your own materials from your garden.

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Arts and Creativity

Watercolours Ongoing + Beginners (AC13)

Monday, 12-Oct-2020

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Cost $150 (includes GST)
Date Monday 12-Oct-2020
8 weeks
Time 12:00pm (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 2
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In this course, students will be encouraged to expand their repertoire of skills and techniques. This includes colour mixing, brush control, wet in wet painting and planning a successful composition. Each lesson starts with a warmer and is followed by a main activity. Students can follow their own choice of subject matter, or create an individual interpretation of the theme the teacher introduces with a demonstration at the start of class. Students are encouraged to paint from real objects and personal photos, but also have the option of using the teacher's resources. This course is for both beginning and intermediate students. The beginning students will be recommended simpler exercises than the more experienced students.

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Language

English Fluency (L36)

Monday, 19-Oct-2020

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Cost $80 (includes GST)
Date Monday 19-Oct-2020
8 weeks
Time 10:30am (1 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 5
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Need help to improve your fluency in spoken English? Want to understand the Australian accent and idioms? Join this class and Valmy will build your confidence and speaking skills with her friendly advice and interesting conversations.

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Club Activities

Cryptic Crossword Club (CA2)

Monday, 19-Oct-2020

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Cost $55 (includes GST)
Date Monday 19-Oct-2020
8 weeks
Time 1:00pm (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 1
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Cryptic crosswords are crossword puzzles in which each clue is a word puzzle in and of itself. Cryptic crosswords are particularly popular in the United Kingdom where they originated. If you are an experienced cryptic crosswords sleuth, and you are looking to hone your skills, then come along to this club. Remember: an active brain is a healthier brain. You can delay early signs of memory loss, and help prevent Alzheimers.

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Arts and Creativity

Christmas Embroidery - Beginners (AC47)

Monday, 19-Oct-2020

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Cost $170 (includes GST)
Date Monday 19-Oct-2020
8 weeks
Time 9:30am (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 2
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Be adventurous and unleash your inventive self this Christmas. Join our class and create two Christmas ornaments. First, a sparkly snowflake Christmas tree ornament in cross stitch followed by a Christmas tree worked in festive colours. The kit includes everything needed to make this project into tableware. Your tutor will also show you how to turn the item into a festive apron, wall hanging, or cushion. What a way to get you Christmas spirit roaring and beautifully decorate your home!

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Language

Spanish A1 Beginners (L40)

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Cost $125 (includes GST)

Date Monday 19-Oct-2020
8 weeks
Time 4:30pm (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 1
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Date Thursday 22-Oct-2020
8 weeks
Time 1:30pm (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 1
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A fun introductory course to the spanish language for those who have ne previous experience. Learn how the spanish language works, pronunciation, basic conversation. Learn to introduce yourself and ask questions about personal details.

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Language

French A1 Beginners (L37)

Tuesday, 20-Oct-2020

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Cost $150 (includes GST)
Date Tuesday 20-Oct-2020
8 weeks
Time 10:00am (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 3
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This course is an introduction to basic French language. The learners begin to understand and express common needs and ideas. They learn to introduce themselves and ask questions about personal details. They interact simply while speaking slowly and clearly.

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Language

French A1 Beginners Ongoing (L2)

Tuesday, 20-Oct-2020

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Cost $150 (includes GST)
Date Tuesday 20-Oct-2020
8 weeks
Time 12:30pm (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 3
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This course is a further introduction to basic French language. The learners understand and express common needs and ideas. They introduce themselves and ask questions about personal details with some confidence. They interact simply while speaking slowly and clearly.

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Language

French B2 Intermediate Conversation (L5)

Tuesday, 20-Oct-2020

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Cost $150 (includes GST)
Date Tuesday 20-Oct-2020
8 weeks
Time 11:00am (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 1
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This course is intended for those who wish to increase and practise their acquired French language skills. The classes will be based mainly on preparation for discussion covering a wide variety of topics. Participants will be encouraged to help each other. Some grammatical areas will be examined from time to time. All who show an interest in keeping their knowledge alive, at this intermediate level, are most welcome.

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Health and Wellness

Tai Chi For Health and Stability (HW4)

Tuesday, 20-Oct-2020

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Cost $110 (includes GST)
Date Tuesday 20-Oct-2020
9 weeks
Time 4:30pm (1 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 2
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Tai Chi is a form of martial art developed from Chinese Taoist philosophy. Its gentle flow and graceful movements can also be used as a very good set of exercise. With constant practice, it can promote good health, relaxation, balance and stability. In this course, participants will be introduced to a short form of Wu style Tai Chi, with particular emphasis on movements promoting a stable body. It should be suitable for both young and seniors and no prior experience is assumed. The details of each movement will be explained. Then participants will learn with the instructor and practise together. The course is also suitable for those who have some prior Tai Chi experience and might like to extend their knowledge. The instructor is Stephen Ho, a retired engineer/academic, and he has over 50 years of experience as a Tai Chi practitioner and a qualified teacher. Image by Antonika Chanel from Pixabay

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