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Personal Development & Confidence through Self Expression
This empowering course focuses on building confidence, self-awareness, and personal growth through creative and verbal self-expression. Learners will explore different ways to express themselves authentically, whether through speech, writing, art, or movement. By developing communication skills, embracing individuality, and practicing self-reflection, individuals will gain the confidence to navigate personal and professional situations with greater self-assurance.
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Dates:Fri 04/04/2025 -
Fri 04/07/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:Washington Community Resource Centre (Wa
Ayton Road
Oxclose Village
Washington
NE38 0DATutor:Margaret MordueCourse code:Q00021274How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £92.40
History: Some Medieval Kings and Queens of England…with Dr. Mark Barnard
According to legend, after the death of their native-born and last prince, Llewelyn The Last, Edward I promised the Welsh a prince born in Wales, who could speak no English. Not long after he presented them with his first-born son – the first Prince of Wales. Next, he relentlessly attempted to subdue Scotland, but died before doing so. Meanwhile, Richard II’s reign has been described by Shakespeare as one of England’s worse whilst that of Henry V as one of England’s finest.
But should Shakespeare’s portrayals be challenged, or are they closer to the truth than some have suggested?
Providing a brief overview of England’s medieval rulers, this course traces how the reigns of six Plantagenets and their wives have helped shaped the country in their struggles with each other, Parliament, France and Scotland.
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Dates:Fri 04/04/2025 -
Fri 23/05/2025Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Mickleover Library (Derby)
Mickleover Library
Holly End Road, Mickleover
Derby
DE3 0GATutor:Mark BarnardCourse code:Q00020535How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
History: 350th Anniversary of the Royal Observatory
This Saturday Lecture traces the creation and development of the Royal Observatory at Greenwich through its long and eventful existence. We consider why the Observatory came into existence, what contributions it has made both in terms of scientific knowledge and in the history of our island nation and why it continues to hold a fascination for people. We will explore the advances in navigation, cartography and timekeeping made under the Observatory’s direction and consider some of the great personalities associated with it, John Flamsteed and John Harrison among them. Finally, we will consider the Observatory as it appears in Cultural History and reflect on its current incarnation.
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Dates:Sat 05/04/2025 -
Sat 05/04/2025Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:St John's United Reform Church Orpington
Lynwood Grove
Orpington
BR6 0BGTutor:Laurie JohnstonCourse code:Q00017696How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £10.00
History: Women, Queenship and Power in Medieval England
In this talk, we will explore attitudes towards women in the Middle Ages, especially to women as rulers. In the Middle Ages, just one woman – the Empress Matilda, daughter of King Henry I – inherited a claim to the English throne. Yet, on her father’s death, her cousin, Stephen, seized control of England, so that Matilda was never crowned as queen. For many medieval people, the idea of a woman ruling in her own right was foreign to contemporary minds. We will look at why this was and why queens consort, such as Matilda of Boulogne, King Stephen’s wife, and Eleanor of Aquitaine, King Henry II’s wife, represented more acceptable (if still occasionally controversial) figures of female political power.
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Dates:Sat 05/04/2025 -
Sat 05/04/2025Times:2:00pm - 4:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:The Minster (Grimsby)
St James Square
Grimsby
DN31 1EPTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00017922How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £10.50
WEA Membership
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Art Appreciation: Hilma af Klint: Swedish painter, spiritualist and pioneer of abstract art
The emergence of abstract art in the early 20th century was a revolution. When looking into its very beginnings the names of Kandinsky, Malevich, and Mondrian come to mind. But in the 1980s, the world discovered the abstract paintings made by a Swedish artist, as early as 1907. Should her many abstract paintings encourage us to rewrite the history of abstract art, or can her work and experiments be seen as marginal because of her intense spiritualism? Why did her works come to our attention so late? This is a thought-provoking case, and a great story!
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Dates:Mon 07/04/2025 -
Mon 07/04/2025Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Caroline LevisseCourse code:Q00019199How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £11.10
Ways to Wellbeing - Floral Oils
Join me in a course open to absolute beginners right through to those who have a little experience in the fascinating subject of floral aromatherapy. This course will inform you of a wide range of floral oils, where they grow, what they are good for and a little history of each oil. Comprehensive notes will be provided on Canvas for you to download and refer to. This course encourages individuals to share and discuss your aromatherapy journey. My aim is for you to incorporate oils into your everyday life. You may have your own oils that you can bring to the session, you may want to purchase the range of oils prior to the course but this is not mandatory.
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Dates:Mon 07/04/2025 -
Mon 30/06/2025Times:9:00am - 11:00amDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Georgia DanielCourse code:Q00017011How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Nature, Ecology & Permaculture: Food Sustainability - Improve health and reduce waste
This course on food sustainability, improve health and reduce waste will deliver that there is an acceptance that anyone can make changes in their life to enjoy an environmentally friendly and healthier lifestyle whilst protecting the planet. Taking constructive action is something everyone can take part in, and it does not have to hurt your finances or your way of life. Living in a more food sustainable way can make your life more enjoyable, fulfilling, and environmentally suitable. It can also prepare you for climate change lifestyle transformations.
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Dates:Mon 07/04/2025 -
Mon 07/04/2025Times:6:00pm - 8:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Lee ArmonCourse code:Q00021327How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £7.40
Music Making: Music and Rhythm of African Drumming
This dynamic and interactive course explores the rich traditions of African drumming, focusing on rhythm, technique, and cultural significance. Participants will learn the fundamental drumming patterns, hand techniques, and group coordination skills necessary to play traditional African rhythms. The course encourages self-expression, teamwork, and musicality while fostering an appreciation for African musical heritage.
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Dates:Mon 07/04/2025 -
Mon 07/07/2025Times:7:00pm - 9:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:The Eagle Building (Sunderland)
201 High Street East, Sunderla
Sunderland
SR1 2AXTutor:Mark BarfootCourse code:Q00021383How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £84.00
Cooking Practical: Springtime Cookery
Celebrate the flavours of spring with our Cooking Practical: Springtime Cookery course. Learn how to prepare delicious seasonal dishes using fresh, local ingredients. Ideal for home cooks looking to expand their culinary repertoire.
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Dates:Mon 07/04/2025 -
Mon 12/05/2025Location:The Centre of Pendeen
Church Rd
Pendeen
Penzance
South West
TR19 7SECourse code:Q00017065How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.60
Art Practical: Drawing and Introduction to Painting for the Terrified
This beginner-friendly course helps you overcome fears of drawing and painting while building confidence and foundational skills. Starting with basic drawing techniques, you’ll develop observation and mark-making skills before exploring painting through the colour wheel. Sessions cover primary, secondary, and tertiary colours, creating browns, warm and cool palettes, complementary colours, and tints, shades, and tones.
By the end of the course, you will recall, apply, and evaluate various techniques, creating independent artwork with confidence. With supportive guidance, this course provides a welcoming environment to experiment and embark on your creative journey, no matter your prior experience.
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Dates:Mon 07/04/2025 -
Mon 07/07/2025Times:4:00pm - 6:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Abbie CairnsCourse code:Q00021281How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £103.60