Week of Events
Monday, July 20, 2026
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July 20, 2026 -Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 26 031
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July 20, 2026 -Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 26 032
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July 20, 2026 -Qigong Energy Flow – GI 26 033
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July 20, 2026 -Foundations of Judaism and Christianity – GI 26 060
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July 20, 2026 -Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 26 034
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 26 031
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 tutor Devdan will guide students through the progression of the 108 movements of the traditional long form of the Yang style. Students are advised to wear comfortable clothing […]
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 26 032
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 108 Yang Long Form, this course works on refining the flow of the movements and explores related forms such as 24, 48 and sword. Students […]
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 26 033
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 beneficial for health and balance. The cultivation of Chi (Qi) – the flow of energy – enables meditation through mindful movement of the body. Suitable […]
Foundations of Judaism and Christianity – GI 26 060
Religion has played a highly important part in the lives of human beings. This course is an introduction to the foundations of two great religions of the Middle East: Judaism and Christianity. It considers their origins and early historical development, their key texts and beliefs and some of their key practices, as well as their […]
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 26 034
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. In this course, tutor Devdan will introduce Yang Style Tai Chi concentrating on short forms; a series of continuous, flowing movements which are performed slowly and gracefully. The forms are learnt gradually, posture […]
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
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July 21, 2026 -The Tempest – Shakespeare’s Farewell? – GI 26 075
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July 21, 2026 -Lesser-known Italian Regions: Fun Facts and Local Recipes – GI 26 072
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July 21, 2026 -Jan Van Eyck: The Real Idea (also Online) – GI 26 076
The Tempest – Shakespeare’s Farewell? – GI 26 075
For many The Tempest was not only Shakespeare’s last play but his best. This year Kenneth Branagh plays Prospero in the RSC production – how will his performance be rated? In this course we will discuss the play’s themes and characters. But mostly we will wonder at Shakespeare’s genius. Please bring along a copy of […]
Lesser-known Italian Regions: Fun Facts and Local Recipes – GI 26 072
These two sessions are dedicated to exploring some lesser-known facts about smaller regions in Italy that usually are not the first choice for holiday makers. We will explore Val D’Aosta, Trentino, Molise and San Marino, focusing on history, geography and of course food! The course will be delivered in both Italian and English. Suitable for […]
Jan Van Eyck: The Real Idea (also Online) – GI 26 076
When we look at a painting by Jan van Eyck, we are taken back to early 15th century Flanders, a world of faith and symbolism which can seem remote from us. We are drawn in by the fabulous rendering of the visual world but behind it are a web of comments on his society and […]
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
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July 22, 2026 -Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
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July 22, 2026 -Watercolour Pencils – GI 26 077
Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
Join us on Wednesday mornings at our 'chatter and natter' table. Run by our friendly table volunteers, we provide a welcoming space for individuals to come together to meet, chat and socialise over a hot drink. One conversation can make all the difference! Pop in anytime from 10.30am - 11.30am The group will either meet […]
Watercolour Pencils – GI 26 077
If you are curious about how to use watercolour pencils, then join Songül for this fun course! This versatile medium is portable, convenient and easy to use indoors or outdoors. Watercolour pencils can be used both wet and dry, as well as in combination with other mediums. Some drawing experience preferred. A list of required […]
Thursday, July 23, 2026
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Friday, July 24, 2026
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July 24, 2026 -Stitch & Sip
Stitch & Sip
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 any projects that you're working on, be it knitting, crochet, embroidery or needleprint, felting, cross stitch or punch-needle. Anything goes! Stitch & Sip meet on […]
Saturday, July 25, 2026
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Sunday, July 26, 2026
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