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Exploring archaeology online – Stonehenge, Creswell Crags and beyond ~ C2335304

31 Friday Jul 2015

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Adult Education, courses, Creswell Crags and beyond, Exploring archaeology online - Stonehenge, History, Ulla Rajala, WEA, WEA Chesterfield

Tutor ~ Ulla Rajala

Sat 12 Sept 15 ~ 10:00am – 3.00pm

3 sessions ~ 10:00am – 3:00pm

£52.00 or Free

WEA Office and Centre, 1 Stand Road, Whittington Moor, Chesterfield S41 8SW

https://enrolonline.wea.org.uk/online

Learn about local and world-famous archaeological sites and prehistoric art from online resources. Follow presentations, demonstrations and hands-on exercises and find information on sites such as Stonehenge and Creswell Crags and make virtual visits to painted caves and monuments.

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Getting into golf: beginners ~ C2335234

30 Thursday Jul 2015

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Adult Education, Chesterfield, courses, Getting into Golf - Beginners, Golf Lessons, WEA, WEA Chesterfield

Tutor ~ To be confirmed

Wed 02 Sept 2015 ~ 11:30am – 12:30pm

12 sessions ~ £50.05 of Free

NB: There will be a small additional weekly charge for balls or course fees.

South Chesterfield Golf Club, North Wingfield Road, Grassmoor, Chesterfield, S45 5EA

Online enrolment is available unless stated – go to

http//enrolonline.wea.org.uk/online

An opportunity to experience golf, covering all aspects of the game from putting to tee shots. Ideal for anyone new to the game or with limited golf experience and will also help build the confidence to get out onto the golf course.

The Battle of Waterloo ~ (Talk)

30 Thursday Jul 2015

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Adult Education, Brian Stone, courses, History, The Battle of Waterloo, WEA, WEA Chesterfield

Tutor ~ Brian Stone

Thursday 15 October 2015 3:30pm – 5:30pm

£8.00 (No concessions available for this course)

WEA Office and Centre, 1 Stand Road, Whittington Moor, Chesterfield S41 8SW

On 18th June 1815, Napoleon Bonaparte and the Duke of Wellington met at the Battle of Waterloo.  We will examine the background to the battle, its dramatic course and results and watch part of ‘Waterloo’ (1970).

Online booking is not available for this course.

The Universe – a long and winding road ~ C2335094

09 Thursday Jul 2015

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Adult Education, Astrology, courses, John Hudson, Science, WEA, WEA Chesterfield

Tutor ~ John Hudson

Mon 21 Sep 15 ~ 1:00pm – 3:15pm

6 Sessions ~ £52.00 or Free

WEA Office and Centre, 1 Stand Road, Whittington Moor, Chesterfield S41 8SW

Online enrolment available unless stated – go to https://enrolonline.wea.org.uk/online

This course presents our current understanding of the universe as a historical narrative – which was how it was originally discovered!  – and relates the developments in this understanding to contemporary technological improvements and techniques e.g. Galileo’s use of the telescope, Hubble space telescope.

Tai Chi, Qigong & stretches ~ C2334917

09 Thursday Jul 2015

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Adult Education, courses, Qigong, Tai Chi, Terry Beevers, WEA, WEA Chesterfield

Tutor ~ Terry Beevers

Mon 21 Sep 15 ~ 10:00am – 12:00pm

11 Sessions ~ £84.70 or Free

Quaker Friends Meeting House, 27 Ashgate Road, Chesterfield S40 4AG

Online enrolment available unless stated – go to https://enrolonline.wea.org.uk/online

We combine Tai Chi (Chen Man Ching short form) and Qigong with gentle stretching and strengthening exercises to help improve movement, mobility, balance, posture and general wellbeing. All welcome.

Improve your Maths ~ C2334919

09 Thursday Jul 2015

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Adult Education, courses, Maths, Ronald Cushing, Stand Road, WEA, WEA Chesterfield

Tutor ~ Ronald Cushing

Mon 21 Sep 15 ~ 1:00pm – 3:00pm

11 Sessions ~ Free to attend

WEA Office and Centre, 1 Stand Road, Whittington Moor, Chesterfield S41 8SW

Online enrolment available unless stated – go to https://enrolonline.wea.org.uk/online

Maths skills letting you down? Whether you want to generally improve your maths or need help with specific areas such as fractions or percentages, you can join our friendly class. You work at your own pace and you can choose to prepare to take Functional Skills in Maths if you wish to work towards a qualification.

Beginners’ Photoshop ~ C2335092

09 Thursday Jul 2015

Posted by Rick Marshall in Computers

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Adult Education, Beginners’ Photoshop, courses, David Sharp, Stand Road, WEA, WEA Chesterfield

Tutor ~ David Sharp

Mon 28 Sep 15 ~ 09:30am – 12:00pm

9 Sessions ~ £86.65 or Free

WEA Office and Centre, 1 Stand Road, Whittington Moor, Chesterfield S41 8SW

Online enrolment available unless stated – go to https://enrolonline.wea.org.uk/online

For those wishing to explore digital imaging. Photoshop is an excellent way to start. You must be familiar with using a computer, in particular saving and locating files, and comfortable using the mouse. This first term concentrates on repairing photographs, removing unwanted details, altering colour and tone, creating layers and making selections. Students are encouraged to bring their own images.

Cracking the cryptic crossword ~ C2335095

09 Thursday Jul 2015

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Adult Education, courses, cryptic crossword, John Hudson, WEA, WEA Chesterfield

Tutor ~ John Hudson

Mon 2 Nov 15 ~ 1:00pm – 3:15pm

6 session ~ £52.00 or Free

WEA Office and Centre, 1 Stand Road, Whittington Moor, Chesterfield S41 8SW

Online enrolment available unless stated – go to https://enrolonline.wea.org.uk/online

Like Bridge and chess, cryptic crosswords are one of life’s little pleasures that escape many people. This course aims to unveil the hidden code of the cryptic clue – amaze your friends with your new-found skill! And give yourself a new, daily challenge – solve that puzzle!

English for life and work ~ C2334920

09 Thursday Jul 2015

Posted by Rick Marshall in English and Maths

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Adult Education, courses, English, Joan Bartholomew, WEA, WEA Chesterfield

Tutor ~ Joan Bartholomew

Mon 21 Sep 15 ~ 6:30pm – 8:30pm

11 Sessions ~ Free to attend

Chesterfield Library, New Beetwell Street, Chesterfield S40 1QN

NB. No online enrolment

Develop your reading, writing, spelling and grammar in a friendly and supportive atmosphere! You can choose to prepare to take Functional Skills in English to gain a qualification. Or you can simply join the course to help you with everyday tasks such as form filling, letter writing or helping with your child’s homework.

Art for all ~ C2334921

09 Thursday Jul 2015

Posted by Rick Marshall in Arts

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Adult Education, Art for all, courses, Karen Davies, WEA, WEA Chesterfield

Tutor ~ Karen Davies

Mon 21 Sep 15 ~ 7:00pm – 9:00pm

11 Sessions ~ £84.70 or Free

WEA Office and Centre, 1 Stand Road, Whittington Moor, Chesterfield S41 8SW

Online enrolment available unless stated – go to https://enrolonline.wea.org.uk/online

This friendly and relaxed class will provide the opportunity for you to develop your painting and drawing skills as well as your knowledge and appreciation of art. This course is designed for all levels and abilities with individual guidance from the tutor to develop your own interests and projects.

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