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Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 090
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 090
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, seasoned tutor Devdan will guide […]
Silver, Sleighs, and Gingerbread: Exploring Russian Decorative Arts at Dorich House Museum – GI 25 145
Silver, Sleighs, and Gingerbread: Exploring Russian Decorative Arts at Dorich House Museum – GI 25 145
This session will explore the collection of Russian decorative art at Dorich House Museum, Kingston University, which includes porcelain, silver, glass, lacquerware, and folk art. Between 2021 and 2023, Louise […]
Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market – V124
Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market – V124
Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market is recognised as one of the best in Europe. Enjoy its bustling atmosphere, stunning location and handpicked high-quality exhibitors. On arrival enjoy tea, coffee and a […]
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 091
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 091
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Continuing through Part 3, experienced Devdan will guide […]
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 092
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 092
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. For those who have completed and assimilated the […]
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 093
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 093
Literally meaning ‘Life Energy Cultivation’, Qigong has its roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, Tai Chi and martial arts. A holistic system of coordinated body posture, movement, and breathing, Qigong is […]
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 094
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 094
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, tutor Devdan will introduce Yang […]
3 events,
Female Pioneers of Reform in Victorian Britain – GI 25 138
Female Pioneers of Reform in Victorian Britain – GI 25 138
This course will examine the work and legacies of three fascinating women who fought bravely against convention to improve the situation of women in Victorian society. Josephine Butler challenged the […]
Take 6: Drawing (also Online) – GI 25 146
Take 6: Drawing (also Online) – GI 25 146
In this Art History lecture, we look at different approaches to drawing including Childhood, Academic, and Expressive to investigate its power and importance. Is there anyone who has not, at […]
20th Century Italian Art – GI 25 131
20th Century Italian Art – GI 25 131
In the early 20th Century, the Futurist movement broke dramatically and violently from Italy’s illustrious artistic past. Artists including Balla, Boccioni, Severini, and Carra chose provocatively modern subjects and added […]
2 events,
Watercolour Painting for Beginners – GI 25 142
Watercolour Painting for Beginners – GI 25 142
In this three-week course students will be introduced to basic watercolour techniques and applications. You will learn key uses of the medium such as watercolour washes, wet-on-dry, wet-on-wet, and colour […]
Messing About on the Wey – T373
Messing About on the Wey – T373
The Wey Navigation, opened in 1653, played a significant part in the success of Guildford. By linking the town to London and its docks, cargos could be transported easily and […]
3 events,
French Conversation – GI 25 082
French Conversation – GI 25 082
Do you want to practise your French by engaging in conversation with others? Join native speaker Julie, to practise and exchange with others on a wide range of topics. In […]
Images of Christmas – GI 25 147
Images of Christmas – GI 25 147
From the Roman period until today, images of the Nativity have featured in Western Art. We shall trace the changes in religious depictions, and representations of the Holy Family, arriving […]
Top Ten Tips for Successful Interiors: A Christmas Lecture with Spirit – GI 25 221
Top Ten Tips for Successful Interiors: A Christmas Lecture with Spirit – GI 25 221
A festive lecture to celebrate interior design incorporating top ten tips for successful interiors. Entertaining tales of the very best (and worst) and their influence on Christmas today, followed by […]
2 events,
Cracking Cryptic Crosswords – GI 25 148
Cracking Cryptic Crosswords – GI 25 148
If you like wit and wordplay, you’ll enjoy cryptic crosswords. This course will introduce you to the specialised language of cryptic clues, giving you enough skill to begin to tackle […]
Strange Yuletide: Bizarre and Brilliant Christmas Traditions from Around the World (also Online) – GI 25 149
Strange Yuletide: Bizarre and Brilliant Christmas Traditions from Around the World (also Online) – GI 25 149
Think you know Christmas? Think again! From pooping nativity figures and roller-skating to mass, to Icelandic trolls and flaming straw goats, this lively, laughter-filled course explores the weirdest and most […]
1 event,
Ian Shaw’s Early Xmas Caper – E107
Ian Shaw’s Early Xmas Caper – E107
GI Music Lounge In this inimitable one-man powerhouse show, jazz singer and entertainer Ian Shaw explores the joys, tears and sheer horror of the festive season. Join this mischievous artist […]
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Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 090
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 090
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, seasoned tutor Devdan will guide […]
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 091
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 091
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Continuing through Part 3, experienced Devdan will guide […]
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 092
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 092
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. For those who have completed and assimilated the […]
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 093
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 093
Literally meaning ‘Life Energy Cultivation’, Qigong has its roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, Tai Chi and martial arts. A holistic system of coordinated body posture, movement, and breathing, Qigong is […]
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 094
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 094
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, tutor Devdan will introduce Yang […]
1 event,
TalkingART: BAROQUE – GI 25 210
TalkingART: BAROQUE – GI 25 210
What does “Baroque” mean to you? Outlandish? Handel and J.S. Bach? Over decorated? Rubens, Rembrandt, Van Dyck, Caravaggio? Vivian Westwood? Like many terms, it can be a catch all - […]
2 events,
Watercolour Painting for Beginners – GI 25 142
Watercolour Painting for Beginners – GI 25 142
In this three-week course students will be introduced to basic watercolour techniques and applications. You will learn key uses of the medium such as watercolour washes, wet-on-dry, wet-on-wet, and colour […]
Celebrating Winter with Plants – T374
Celebrating Winter with Plants – T374
Enjoy this festive talk looking at the stories and folklore behind a range of festive plants. Celebrate our winter favourites from holly, ivy, mistletoe and frankincense, to Christmas trees, poinsettias […]
2 events,
Festive Scents – Essential Oils Workshop – GI 25 150
Festive Scents – Essential Oils Workshop – GI 25 150
Step into the spirit of the season with our Festive Scents workshop! Discover the warm, comforting aromas of Christmas – like cinnamon, clove, pine, and sweet orange – and learn […]
Members’ Christmas Reception – E101
Members’ Christmas Reception – E101
Join Institute staff, trustees and volunteers for a social event to celebrate the festive season. Enjoyed mulled wine and mince pies, with Christmas music playing as the perfect accompaniment! Book […]
3 events,
Cracking Cryptic Crosswords – GI 25 148
Cracking Cryptic Crosswords – GI 25 148
If you like wit and wordplay, you’ll enjoy cryptic crosswords. This course will introduce you to the specialised language of cryptic clues, giving you enough skill to begin to tackle […]
Stitch and Sip social craft group
Stitch and Sip social craft group
Come along to our informal, community group, where you can learn and share crafting skills with likeminded people. Be part of a fun, friendly and supportive group. Please bring along […]
Suntou Susso – E112
Suntou Susso – E112
GI Music Lounge Suntou Susso - The Future is Ancestral solo tour An Intimate Evening with the Kora Step into an unforgettable evening with Suntou Susso, a captivating singer, performer […]
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Canceled Christmas Melt & Pour Soap Making Workshop – GI 25 151
Canceled Christmas Melt & Pour Soap Making Workshop – GI 25 151
Sorry, this activity has been cancelled. Looking for a unique and creative way to get into the Christmas spirit? Join us for a cosy 90-minute festive Soap Making Workshop. In […]
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The Gas Giants: Saturn – A Science Perspective (Also Online) – GI 25 152
The Gas Giants: Saturn – A Science Perspective (Also Online) – GI 25 152
Saturn is the second largest planet in the solar system and is surrounded by a glorious system of rings. In this day school we examine the history of the scientific […]
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V Café Festive Lunch – Wednesday
V Café Festive Lunch – Wednesday
Tis' the season to be veggie Celebrate the Christmas season at V Café with a unique, flavour-filled veggie festive lunch. Nick and team will be serving a special two-course menu, […]
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V Café Festive Lunch – Thursday
V Café Festive Lunch – Thursday
Please note: Thursday's festive lunch is fully booked Tis' the season to be veggie Celebrate the Christmas season at V Café with a unique, flavour-filled veggie festive lunch. Nick […]
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V Café Festive Lunch – Friday
V Café Festive Lunch – Friday
Tis' the season to be veggie Celebrate the Christmas season at V Café with a unique, flavour-filled veggie festive lunch. Nick and team will be serving a special two-course menu, […]
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