BONSAI

Come and learn how to combine horticulture and art with Bonsai.  An introductory course for 1st timers or for anyone that has attempted Bonsai and is after some tips and hints.  Cost includes a pot and plant, just bring along some scissors, pliers and secateurs. 

Greg Weir, 2 Saturdays 7/14 November, 9am to 1pm.  Fee:  $120

BRIDGE

Stimulate your brain as well as enjoying other players’ company. Learn to play bridge socially, at the local club or on the internet with others in far-off countries. Bridge is easy to learn and fun to play. Pick up the basics in six easy lessons. Fee includes Paul Marston’s book “Introduction to Bridge”.

David Cohen, 6 Tuesdays begins 27 October, 7pm to 9pm.  Fee:  $95

BUSHWALKING

Begin Session 1 with some map reading and direction finding, then take a two-hour walk around Oxley Park practising your new skills.  Session 2 is a 3 to 4-hour walk at Oxley Park; Session 3 Attunga State Forest (4-hour); Session 4 Warrabah National Park (full day).  Information sheet available.

Kerry Lowe, 4 Saturdays begins 24 October at 1pm.  Fee:  $40/Conc $35

CAKE DECORATING – MOULDED FLOWERS

If you have the basic skills in cake decorating then join this course and learn to mould flowers (azaleas, frangipani, hibiscus and orchids); to mould small wired roses, waratahs and other wildflowers; and small cutter flowers (violets, daisies, geraniums, jasmine), also suitable for bread dough flowers.  A requirements list is available.

Barbara Parsons, 4 Mondays begins 26 October, 6pm to 9pm.  Fee:  $110/Conc $100

CANINE GOOD CITIZEN

Discover how dogs learn – use this knowledge to help train your dog using positive methods.  Improve your dog’s obedience and strengthen the bond between you and your dog.  Bring your dog, flat collar and lead.  Ngaia is an accredited trainer.

Ngaia Pitney, 6 Mondays begins 19 October, 6pm to 7pm.  Fee:  $95

Learn how to mix colours, develop your own creative style in a variety of media, and expand your skills.  Continuing students welcome.  Maria Henry. A requirements list is available

a)      9 Tues begins 20 October, 9.30am to 2.30pm, Tennis Club.  Fee: $285/Conc $270

b)      9 Tues begins 20 October, 6pm to 9pm, OHS.  Fee: $190/Conc $175

c)      9 Wed begins 21 October, 9.30am to 12.30pm, Tennis Club.  Fee: $190/Conc $175

d)      9 Thurs begins 22 October, 9.30am to 12.30pm, Tennis Club. Fee: $190/Conc $175

FLOWER ARRANGING

Come along and learn how to arrange flowers for any occasion from local florist Pauline Gale. This course will show you how to make a corsage, table arrangements & bouquets.  All flowers are supplied.

Pauline Gale, 3 Tuesdays begins 20 October, 6pm to 8.30pm.  Fee: $220

Beginners cover basic strokes and paint a key ring, key rack and a welcome sign.  Experienced folk artists will be painting a key cupboard and rouging.  A requirements list is available.

Margaret Hemmings, 8 Wednesdays begins 21 October, 9.30am to 12.30pm. Fee: $160/Conc $150

HAIR STYLING & MAKEUP APPLICATION

Do you want to learn how to style your hair and apply your makeup to create yourself into a thing of beauty?  Come and learn all the tricks of the trade from a Senior Makeup & Hair artist that has worked for one of Sydney’s leading photography studios.  No need to go out and buy anything, learn to use what you already have in the cupboard, and get expert advice on what you may need to complete your set.  Whether you need to impress for a job interview, night out or just for everyday wear this is the course for you.  A requirements list is available.  Michelle Zaicov.  Fee:  $160

a)      3 Wednesdays begins 28 October, 9am to 4pm

b)      6 Tuesdays begins 10 November, 6pm to 9pm

HAND REFLEXOLOGY

Whether in the office, on a long journey or at home, hand reflexology can help to heal the stresses and strains of everyday life, including RSI, headaches indigestion and panic attacks.  Learn quick and easy treatments that can fit into even the busiest schedule.  Bring a small pillow and towel.

Kerry Moss, Saturday 31 October, 9.30am to 3.30pm.  Fee: $75

OWNER BUILDER CERTIFICATE

Do you need your Owner Builder certificate for your Development Application – we offer a correspondence course that you can do online from home or in a paper based format in your own time.  Fee:  $140

Contact Tamworth or Quirindi Campus for more information.

PATCHWORK / SEWING

Come and join with others working on either a patchwork or sewing project with Jenny’s expert help and advice.  Share your new ideas or gain new inspiration to start, continue or finish off your chosen project.  Beginners to advanced are welcome, there are no limits to what project you can work on!  

Jenny Campbell, 6 Wednesdays begins 21 October, 1pm to 4pm.  Fee:  $145/Conc $135

PHOTOGRAPHY

Get the most from your camera whether it is film or digital, SLR or a small compact camera.  Cover elements of composition (depth of field, rule of thirds, golden mean, leading lines) and presenting your photography.  A requirements list available.  Terese Johnston.

Small Compact Cameras – 2 Mondays 19/26 October, 6.15pm to 9.15pm. Fee:  $75

SLR Cameras – 4 Mondays begins 9 November, 6.15pm to 9.16pm. Fee:  $110

SILVER JEWELLERY MAKING

Come and learn the basics of silver smithing including cutting, soldering, shaping, making links, filing and polishing and walk away with 1 to 2 pieces of jewellery that you have made over the weekend.  All tools are provided and silver is approximately $1.75 per gram (approx. $50 for a lightweight bracelet).  Wear old clothes and bring a chair or stool, your lunch and a cool drink.

Belinda Knight, Saturday/Sunday 7/8 November, 9am to 4pm.  Fee:  $130

“NEW”

SONGWRITING WORKSHOP with Lawrie Minson

Have you ever wanted to know how to write songs? Lawrie Minson is conducting a workshop on the fundamentals of writing songs. Whether you are just getting started or you are an experienced songwriter this is an opportunity to tap into the talents of one of Tamworth’s best. Bring a pen and paper and a guitar (optional) and you might leave with a hit song!

Lawrie Minson, Sunday 1 November, 10am to 2pm.  Fee:  $70

WAKE UP TO YOUR LIFE

In the west we are taught that a focus on ourselves and what we want will bring us happiness, certainly this is true for some but for many there is still something missing. Tibetan Buddhism and other spiritual disciplines are full of simple techniques designed to address this gap. Practical and effective; if regularly practiced these techniques can reunite you with your own wisdom and help you live a more fulfilled life.  This ancient wisdom is more philosophy and psychology than religion. As we apply Buddhist teachings of meditation, selflessness, appreciation for our humanity, impermanence, compassion, karma and wisdom we will be able to experience more joy, happiness, contentment and connection to ourselves and others in our lives. N.B: This is not a religious course. Please bring a smile, an open mind, a willing heart, a bottle of water and loose comfortable clothes. 

Pedro Sousa, Saturday 31 October, 9.30am to 1.30pm Fee:  $60/Conc $55

YOGA

Learn a fusion of classical Hatha yoga styles that emphasise correct alignment balancing between strength and flexibility.  Wear comfortable clothing – bare feet essential.  All equipment provided.

Veronica Strudwick. Yoga Studio, Winners Walkway. Fee: $125

a)      8 Mondays begins 26 October, 6pm to 7.30pm

b)      8 Tuesdays begins 27 October, 10am to 11.30am

c)      8 Thursdays begins 29 October, 10am to 11.30am

YOGA – BACK & NECK CARE

Take care of your back from your neck to your tailbone.  Learn to strengthen your abdomen as well as your back muscles; relieve lower back spinal compression and lengthen your buttock and hamstring muscles for a healthier happier you.  Fee:  $135

Veronica Strudwick, 8 Tuesdays begins 27 October, 6pm to 7.30pm. Yoga Studio, Winners Walkway. 

Gift Vouchers are available from Tamworth Community College and the Quirindi Campus. If you would like to give a gift with a difference why not pay for part or all of a course fee, and provide an opportunity for a friend or loved one.

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