GENERAL INTEREST 2010
Please note the following
In most cases classes will be taught by the tutor named in the brochure/website on the dates stated. We make every effort to make our programme as accurate as possible at the time of printing. We do, however, reserve the right to make any changes that may be necessary.
Location:
Risingholme - course to be held at Risingholme Community Centre
Riccarton - course to be held at Riccarton High School, Curletts Road
CGHS or Christchurch Girls' High - course to be held at Christchurch Girls' High School, 10 Matai Street
Shirley Boys' High - course to be held at Shirley Boys' High, corner of North Parade and Averill Street
Shirley Community Centre - course to be held at Shirley Community Centre, corner of Shirley Rd and Slater Street.
Refund Policy
1. If a class does not commence due to insufficient enrolments, fees will be refunded fully.
2. A refund less $20 administration fee will be given if a student withdraws within one week prior to course commencement.
3. As many of our courses are run on a self-funded basis, it means that your enrolment may have helped to get a
course started. Therefore NO refunds given on the day of course commencement and after course commencement.
DESIGNING YOUR GARDEN Risingholme or Riccarton High J
Learn to use the design process and principles to measure your section and draw up an imaginative concept plan. This is a valuable tool for planning the future development of your outdoor area. Includes a field trip to a garden centre, date to be arranged.
Term 4 Tues 12 Oct – 30 Nov
Wed 13 Oct – 1 Dec
Fee $70
Length 8 wks
Location Tues Risingholme 1- 3 pm
Wed Riccarton 7 - 9 pm
Tutor Ken Growcott
HERBS AT HOME Risingholme J
A course on how to use, prepare and purchase herbals for use at home aiding recovery from some of the most common maladies such as common colds and fever, digestive complaints, tiredness, depression, aches and pains, arthritis, insomnia and more.
Term 4 Tues 12 Oct – 30 Nov
Fee $70
Length 8 wks
Time 7 – 9 pm
Location Risingholme
Tutor Steve Allen
ORAL HISTORY Risingholme
Risingholme Community Centre offers an event during Heritage Week 22 – 31 October 2010.
Term 4: Saturday 30 October
Fee: $110
Time: 8.45 am - 4pm
Location : Risingholme Community Centre
This year’s theme 'On the Horizon: rediscover the settlement of our City' highlights the early encounters and discoveries that helped shape Christchurch and Canterbury.
Sustainable Living New Brighton Community Gardens
Faced with the twin challenges of climate change and rising oil prices, current city lifestyles will need to adapt. If denial is not your style, and you'd enjoy getting together with others in the community to better understand what is happening, to practice new skills and play your part as parents and citizens, come to join this evening study group. Led by Rhys Taylor from Sustainable Living. Background information can be found at www.sustainableliving.org.nz and full notes supplied. Optional field trip.
Course supported by CCC and Ecan as members of Sustainable Living Education Trust.
Term 4 Tues 2 Nov - 7 Dec
Fee $35
Length 6 wks
Time 6 - 8 pm (Earlier start to allow some activity in the garden as part of the course but starting time is flexible)
Location New Brighton Community Gardens
Tutor Rhys Taylor
Topiary Riccarton High J
Your guide to the popular world of topiary and formal garden. Learn about the history of Topiary from French châteaux up to contemporary Topiary trends. Learn how to create your own Topiary and hedges at home! Full instruction will be given in propagation from cutting, designing, training, shaping and maintenance. Learn how to incorporate Formal Garden designs utilising Topiary and Hedges. Material costs approximately $20.
Term 4 Thurs 14 Oct – 2 Dec
Fee $85
Length 8 wks
Time 7 – 9 pm
Location Riccarton High School
Tutor Jean Osborne