Week of Events
Monday, September 14, 2026
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September 14, 2026 -Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 26 103
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September 14, 2026 -Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 26 104
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September 14, 2026 -Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 26 105
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September 14, 2026 -Qigong Energy Flow – GI 26 106
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September 14, 2026 -Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 26 107
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 26 103
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, seasoned tutor Devdan will guide students through Part 2 of the traditional long form of the Yang style. Students are advised to wear comfortable clothing to allow stretching and smooth-soled […]
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 26 104
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 26 105
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 26 106
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 […]
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 26 107
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, September 15, 2026
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September 15, 2026 -William Wordsworth’s Poetry – GI 26 098
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September 15, 2026 -The Portrait in Britain: The Age of Van Dyck and Lely – GI 26 089
William Wordsworth’s Poetry – GI 26 098
Wordsworth describes poetry as ‘the spontaneous overflow of powerful feelings... recollected in tranquillity.’ We will look at a selection of Wordsworth’s poems to examine this statement. Some poems will be familiar, but others less so. Copies of the poems will be provided. No prior knowledge needed.
The Portrait in Britain: The Age of Van Dyck and Lely – GI 26 089
In the early 17th century, immigrant Flemish artists brought a new realism and sophistication to British portraiture. They included Daniel Mytens, Peter Lely, and – most spectacularly – Anthony Van Dyck. The course also covers the civil war and commonwealth period, including native-born painters William Dobson and the talented miniaturist Samuel Cooper as we explore […]
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
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September 16, 2026 -Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
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September 16, 2026 -First Wives Club – E122
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 […]
First Wives Club – E122
Iconic actress Diane Keaton sadly passed away in 2025, so we are celebrating her career by screening her popular film, The First Wives Club. Enjoy tea, coffee and biscuits on arrival and then settle down to watch this 1996 American comedy directed by Hugh Wilson, based on the 1992 novel of the same name by […]
Thursday, September 17, 2026
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September 17, 2026 -Cheese and Wine Pairing – Wine Tasting Workshop – GI 26 100
Cheese and Wine Pairing – Wine Tasting Workshop – GI 26 100
Cheese and wine are considered the perfect combination by many, but why do they work so well together? We’ll guide you through the essentials of creating perfect wine and cheese pairings. Discover why certain flavours complement each other and learn tips to impress at your next gathering. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, a cheese lover, […]
Friday, September 18, 2026
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September 18, 2026 -Eltham Palace – V127
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September 18, 2026 -Watercolour Workshop – GI 26 097
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September 18, 2026 -Stitch & Sip
Eltham Palace – V127
Please note this visit will now take place on Friday 18 September. Once a favoured medieval palace and then a Tudor royal residence, in the 1930s Eltham Palace was transformed by eccentric millionaires Stephen and Virginia Courtauld. Enjoy tea, coffee and biscuits on arrival and then get a taste of their extravagant lifestyle on a […]
Watercolour Workshop – GI 26 097
Whether you are a complete beginner or want to take your watercolours to the next level, this friendly course is for you. Work on your own projects with individual supportive guidance or follow optional weekly skill-building exercises. Create a least one finished watercolour by the end of the course. A materials list will be provided. […]
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, September 19, 2026
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Sunday, September 20, 2026
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