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Arts and Creativity

Ikebana Japanese Floral Art (AC26)

Membership is required

Cost $50 (includes GST)

Date Monday 8-Feb-2021
4 weeks
Time 3:15pm (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 1
(Full)

Date Monday 22-Mar-2021
4 weeks
Time 10:00am (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 1
3 places remaining (Open)
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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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Computers and Technology

Taming Your iGadget (CT2)

Tuesday, 9-Mar-2021

Open

Membership is required

Cost $80 (includes GST)
Date Tuesday 9-Mar-2021
4 weeks
Time 9:30am (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 5
(Open)

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You received an iPad/iPhone for Christmas... now what? Is your iDevice at risk of becoming an expensive paperweight? Have you ever held your iPad and thought "If only someone could show me how this all works?". Our very own Apple Genius Carlos Arevalo will show you how to get the most out of your iGadget, such as emailing, privacy settings, online purchase, bill payment, tailoring to personal preferences and all the cool things you can do within each application or feature. He has tips and tricks to share with you. Don't have an iPad? SPLC will loan you one for the duration of this course! (Terms and Conditions apply)

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Talks and Lifestyle

Noongar Cultural Conversation (T11)

Friday, 12-Mar-2021

Full

Membership is required

Cost $60 (includes GST)
Date Friday 12-Mar-2021
Single session
Time 3:00pm (1 hr, 30 min)
Venue SPLC Room 4
(Full)

Join us on a journey to discover the Noongar culture, caring and connection to country, and Noongar protocols and practices with Belinda Cox from Djirrily Dreaming. Belinda is a Kangeang/Bibblemun lady from the Noongar Nation with over 25 years experience delivering Noongar culture, specialising in native bush plants for health and well-being, and performing traditional ceremonies using native plants in the old ways. This series of talks starts with 2 sessions in Term 1 and continues throughout the year. Activities cover Noongar language, bark art, traditional seasons and uses of native plants. $ 60 per session.

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Bus Outings

Autumn Afternoon Delight (OT2)

Friday, 26-Mar-2021

Open

Cost $95, $80 for Members (includes GST)
Date Friday 26-Mar-2021
Single session
Time 9:00am (6 hr)
(Open)

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Enjoy a bus ride through the Valley with your SPLC friends, while indulging your senses with local wine & cheese tastings at 3 different wineries. We'll also drop by the Margaret River Chocolate Company then have some refreshments at the Homestead Brewery before heading back home. This'll be a day for chatting, laughing and chasing away those covid blues! (Note: We will need to confirm numbers by Friday 12th March to book all the tour venues)

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Arts and Creativity

Botanical Hand-Painted Gift Cards and Box Set Fun Workshop (AC57)

Sunday, 28-Mar-2021

Full

Cost $70, $60 for Members (includes GST)
Date Sunday 28-Mar-2021
Single session
Time 9:30am (3 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 2
(Full)

Come and have some botanical holiday fun creating your own hand painted cards and gift box! Tania is a practising botanical ink artist and a qualified art teacher who loves to share her joy in all things botanical! Tania will walk you through step by step six watercolor flower designs using fun watercolour pencils creating your very own gift cards. You will finish the class painting and folding your very own gift box. This is an ideal fun class for beginners and beyond! All materials included.

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Talks and Lifestyle

RAC Presents - Your Driving Future (T21)

Monday, 19-Apr-2021

Open

Cost $15, $10 for Members (includes GST)
Date Monday 19-Apr-2021
Single session
Time 10:00am (1 hr, 30 min)
Venue SPLC Room 2
(Open)

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As we are all helping the economic recovery by holidaying in WA, this RAC presentation is helpful in bringing experienced drivers up to speed on road rules and road safety as well as considering mobility options beyond driving. Topics include: * Road safety facts and tips * Safer cars and ANCAP ratings * Changing road conditions and road rules * Alcohol, medication and the impact of health on driving * Mobility for the future Follow-up sessions will feature "Your Leisure Years" and "From Hooves to Highway".

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Club Activities

Mahjong for Beginners - Western (Monday) (CA12)

Monday, 3-May-2021

Open

Membership is required

Cost $120 (includes GST)
Date Monday 3-May-2021
8 weeks
Time 9:30am (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 5
(Open)

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Western Mahjong is derived from the ancient Chinese game, but with a wider range of hands. However it retains the simplicity that makes the game so relaxing. This course is designed for beginners and assumes no previous experience. Eventually, the goal is to join one of the groups playing independently at South Perth or just among a group of friends over a cuppa.

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Arts and Creativity

Botanical Ink Drawing (AC56)

Monday, 3-May-2021

Open

Membership is required

Cost $185 (includes GST)
Date Monday 3-May-2021
8 weeks
Time 9:30am (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 2
(Open)

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Discover your hidden botanical artist by learning to observe and draw the details of beautiful flora around us! Tania is a practising botanical ink artist and a qualified art teacher who is delighted to share her love of all things botanical. Learn different ink techniques each week with fun exercises. For beginners and beyond building your drawing skills to create a botanical ink drawing you will be proud of. (All materials provided on the day) NO CLASS ON JUNE 7th.

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Talks and Lifestyle

Walking the Camino to Santiago de Compostela (T23)

Monday, 10-May-2021

Open

Membership is required

Cost $50 (includes GST)
Date Monday 10-May-2021
Single session
Time 2:30pm (1 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 2
(Open)

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Join Alan as he walk with you on the famous and scenic pilgrimage route from Porto, Portugal to Santiago in Spain. Feel the apprehension, joy and fascination of following the footsteps of countless pilgrims who walked this route over 1000 years. Discover what motivates the current pilgrims and meet the friendly people he encountered. Virtually visit the amazing and spiritual city built to accommodate the shrine of St James in Santiago. This exceptional adventure is explored through photos, artworks and artefacts.

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Health and Wellness

Yoga for Everybody (HW14)

Monday, 10-May-2021

Open

Membership is required

Cost $110 (includes GST)
Date Monday 10-May-2021
8 weeks
Time 5:00pm (1 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 3
(Open)

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Yoga is for Every Body, regardless of shape, size, ability or age, we all benefit from doing yoga. This course is suitable for all levels of experience and the yoga postures can be adapted to fit a person''s individual ability. Included in each class are warm-ups, stretches, balancing, asanas (postures), mindful breathing and relaxation. The aim is to keep the body healthy through movement. Join us on the mat!

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Arts and Creativity

Acrylics For Beginners Ongoing (AC2)

Tuesday, 11-May-2021

Open

Membership is required

Cost $200 (includes GST)
Date Tuesday 11-May-2021
8 weeks
Time 9:30am (3 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 2
(Open)

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This class is an opportunity to continue developing skills with acrylic paint, to see the possibilities and a range of outcomes with this fun and versatile medium. Ever wanted to pick up a paint brush but not sure how or where to start? The lessons will start on tone, colour, brushwork, texture and composition, where all subject matter will be provided, leading to your more personal projects as skills progress. Talented artist, Peta Zellar, will begin with how to use painting materials during the 1st week and then move on to colour, tone and brushwork. Eventually, as the weeks progress, she will assist you in working towards a finished masterpiece!

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Language

Spanish B1 Intermediate (L32)

Tuesday, 11-May-2021

Open

Membership is required

Cost $150 (includes GST)
Date Tuesday 11-May-2021
8 weeks
Time 2:00pm (2 hr)
Venue SPLC Room 5
(Open)

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This course adds to the learner''s knowledge of basic Spanish expressions. The learner understands frequently used language in areas such as shopping, family and employment. Communication involves a direct exchange of information, describing immediate matters in simple terms.

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Welcome to the South Perth Learning Centre

We aim to provide a focal point in the South Perth area for the social and educational interaction of all adult members of the community.

Our objectives are to create a welcoming environment in which people can develop their personal and community lives in a friendly neighbourhood context.

Our courses and activities include arts & creativity, club activities, language, computer & technology, cooking, health & wellness and more! Please visit our Programme page for a complete list of activities.

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