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Creative Writing: moments of looking - creative writing and photos
This course will explore how photos can be used as a vital stimulus for creative writing. Over two days, you will look at the work of some of the world’s finest photographers, from André Kertesz, to Walker Evans and Garry Winogrand. Using these images as starting point, the course will explore how other photos can be used as a means of unlocking your own powers of creative writing and observation. The course will also look at how established authors have used photographs in their own work, from John Berger, to Susan Sontag, Tony Harrison and Geoff Dyer
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 10/06/2025Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:2 sessionsLocation:Kresen Kernow (Redruth)
Kresen Kernow
Little Vauxhall
Redruth
TR15 1ASTutor:Mark CreesCourse code:Q00016900How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
Personal Development: Build your resilience
Feeling overwhelmed by life's constant challenges? This 7-week emotional resilience course equips you with powerful tools to navigate uncertainty and build inner strength.
Explore how your thoughts, emotions, and experiences influence your mental wellbeing and overall resilience. Discover effective coping strategies to manage stress, stay positive, and communicate effectively in your social circles.
By examining your life perspective and approach, you'll gain the confidence to recharge your batteries and cultivate a more positive outlook.
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:14 sessionsLocation:KCU Ltd at Fuller Church (Kettering)
51 Gold Street
Kettering
NN16 8JBTutor:Caroline SmyCourse code:Q00016764How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:4 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
Textiles and Fashion: Crafting Confidence -Textiles and Sewing Skills
This course is designed to introduce students to the art of sewing and the world of textiles, from foundational skills to garment construction. Through practical, hands-on learning, students will develop proficiency in sewing techniques, fabric selection, and pattern construction. By the end of the course, students will be able to design, create, and customise their own garments or textile projects, with a focus on craftsmanship, creativity, and sustainability.
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 22/07/2025Times:5:30pm - 7:30pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:St Marys Community Centre (PONTEFRACT)
The Circle
Chequerfield
PONTEFRACT
WF8 2AYTutor:Victoria BouldCourse code:Q00020284How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £67.20
Fitness and Exercise: Seated Aerobics
Get Moving and Feel Empowered!
It is said that sitting for long, uninterrupted periods of time may leave you more prone to cardiovascular problems. So come along to this Seated Aerobics course to get those limbs moving, and those hearts pumping!
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 08/07/2025Times:10:30am - 12:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Gladys Court Bournemouth
70/72 Wellington Road
Bournemouth
BH8 8JGTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00016945How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.80
WEA Membership
WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Personal Development: Gratitude journaling
This 7-week course is your gateway to a more fulfilling life! Discover the transformative power of gratitude journaling, a practice that combines mindfulness and writing to boost your wellbeing.
Explore how expressing gratitude can shift your perspective and cultivate a more positive outlook. Learn practical journaling techniques to track your everyday blessings and witness the uplifting impact on your mood.
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:14 sessionsLocation:KCU Ltd at Fuller Church (Kettering)
51 Gold Street
Kettering
NN16 8JBTutor:Caroline SmyCourse code:Q00016769How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
History: What do you know about Spain; its history and what lies away from the tourist beaches?
Spain away from the Costas. A brief history of Spain from prehistoric times to the present day and a look at the various regions that make up Spain
Be able to describe an outline of Spain's history
Be able to state some of the influences of the New World on Spain Be able to describe some aspects of the geographic and other differences of the Spanish regions
Outline some of the food and culture of the regions
Describe some aspects of modern-day Spain
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Dates:Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025Times:7:00pm - 9:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Billericay Reading Rooms (Billericay)
73 High Street
Billericay
CM12 9ASTutor:Derek RobinsonCourse code:Q00021276How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
Art Practical: Abstracting Summer Landscapes
Capture the essence of summer in your art with our Art Practical: Abstracting Summer Landscapes course. Learn how to use abstraction to depict the colors and energy of summer landscapes. Ideal for artists looking to explore abstract landscape painting.
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Dates:Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025Times:3:00pm - 4:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Abi KremerCourse code:Q00017772How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30
Personal Development: Health and safety at home
During this 6 week introduction to health and safety within the home, will covering all the main health and safety risks within the home, for example, manual handling, trips and falls, COSHH, food safety and food allergens.
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Dates:Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 16/07/2025Location:KCU Ltd at Fuller Church (Kettering)
51 Gold Street
Kettering
NN16 8JBCourse code:Q00016770How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
Art Practical: Learn to Paint Animals
Explore the art of animal painting with our Art Practical: Learn to Paint Animals course. Learn techniques for capturing the beauty and character of animals in your artwork. Ideal for artists of all levels interested in animal portraiture.
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Dates:Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025Times:9:00am - 10:30amDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Abi KremerCourse code:Q00017769How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30
Art Practical: Introduction to Abstract Art
Unleash your creativity with our Art Practical: Introduction to Abstract Art course. Learn how to express yourself through abstract forms and explore new artistic techniques. Ideal for artists and crafters looking to experiment with abstraction.
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Dates:Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025Times:11:00am - 12:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Abi KremerCourse code:Q00017770How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30