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Our Programme - Semester 1 2010

What's New?

2010-06-30 - Our internet access woes continue: until further notice our e-mail is not being monitored.

2010-06-30 - Our Semester 2 Programme is available for download from the Publications page and to browse on the Programme page.

2010-06-30 - We have a new page dedicated to our Children's programmes.

2010-03-10 - Our latest newsletter is available for download from the Publications page.

Please Note

Occasional Chilcare - Parents interested in our Occasional Childcare Service should ensure that they book well in advance.

Feedback - We're looking for your suggestions for new programme ideas!

Site History

2006-06-28 - Our website goes live!

2010-03-02 - After several months without internet access, we're back!

2010-06-30 - Our Children's programme page is introduced.

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Nicholson Street Community House produces a programme of classes and events on a semester basis, in January and June of each year. Our current programme (Semester 2, 2010) is available for download as a PDF document [631 KB], and is listed below. Please note that the downloadable programme does not include changes that may be made during the course of the semester.

You may download an enrolment form [PDF file, 103KB], which should be completed and mailed back to the House. Occasional Childcare and 3 Year Old Activity Group require a different enrolment form [PDF file, 154 KB].

Please note: Changes to the programme are noted on the NEWS page and are shown in the list below by strikethrough and annotations in red (cancelled classes) and green (other changes). The downloadable version of the programme does not reflect these changes.

All classes require a certain number of enrollees to run. Classes that don't meet this quota are cancelled. If you are interested in a class that is cancelled, please contact the House, as they can often be rescheduled if there is sufficient demand.

Please also note that some courses are run by outside organisations that hire space at the House. The programme listing for those courses includes a name and contact details: any enquiries and enrolments should be directed to the person listed rather than to the House.

 

NSCH 2010 Semester 2 Programme

 

ARTS, CRAFTS & CREATIVITY

PAINTING CLASS (WEDNESDAYS)

This class is taught by a professional artist. Learn correct techniques and experiment with different styles of painting using acrylics. Materials are supplied.

 

PAINTING CLASS (TUESDAY EVENINGS)

This class is taught by a professional artist. Learn correct techniques and experiment with different styles of painting using acrylics. Materials are supplied.

 

NEW! CRAFTERNOONS (THURSDAYS, FORTNIGHTLY)

Meet with other craft lovers on a fortnightly basis to share your skills and/or learn something new. Enjoy a cuppa and see demonstrations of new techniques. Some materials supplied.

 

NEW! KNITTING FOR A CAUSE (THURSDAYS, FORTNIGHTLY)

Get together with other knitting enthusiasts and create hats, scraves and blanket squares for people in need. A great way for beginners to improve their knitting skills. Needles and yarn supplied.

 

FLORAL ART HOBBY CLASS

Classes run on Tuesday afternoons, Thursday evenings or Friday mornings. Learn to select, prepare and arrange flowers for bouquets, centrepieces and much more. Classes are taught by a fully qualified floral artist. All materials are supplied.

ONGOING. Contact Cherie on 0411 691 073 for further information about fees, times, and to enrol .

 

MORNING SEWING (MONDAYS)

Learn to sew at your own pace, with th help of an experienced seamstress. Classes are suitable for beginners and more experienced students. Sewing machines and equipment are supplied. Bring your own pattern and fabric.

 

FUNKY FASHIONS (MONDAY EVENINGS)

Develop your machine sewing skills and use them to make funky customised fashion items. BYO machine, or use one of ours. Basic thread and equipment supplied. Bring your own pattern and fabric.

 

NEW! SECONDHAND ROSES (THURSDAY EVENINGS)

Take an old piece of clothing or jewellery and turn it into something seriously funky using new and recycled embellishments. Tools supplied, BYO materials.

 

NEW! PASTES AND PESTO WORKSHOP (SUNDAY)

Learn to make some delicious curry pastes and pesto from scratch. Quick, convenient, low cost ways to add lots of flavour to your cooking without too much fuss. BYO Glass jars. All ingredients supplied.

 

CHILDREN

OCCASIONAL CHILDCARE PROGRAMME (MONDAY - THURSDAY)

 

THREE YEAR OLD ACTIVITY GROUP (MONDAYS, TUESDAYS)

A group for 3-4 year old children to enjoy a range of developmental pre-kinder activities. The group is led by a qualified childcare worker. Children may be enrolled for one or two sessions per week. Please note that there is NO provision for casual attendance.

 

KID’S ART (SATURDAYS)

Give your child the chance to experiment with art materials and develop new ways to express creativity. Classes are taught by a professional artist. Suitable for children aged 5 - 12 years. All materials are supplied.

 

COMPUTERS

NEW! COMPUTERS FOR EVERYDAY LIVING (TUESDAYS)

Includes basic computer operation, word-processing, internet and e-mail. Learn to use computers with confidence.

 

NEW! WORKING WITH DIGITAL IMAGES (WEDNESDAYS)

Learn how to edit photos to use in newsletters, reports and promotional material using free software. Course requires basic computer skills.

 

NEW! GRAPHIC DESIGN BASICS (TUESDAYS)

Learn how to design eye-catching marketing materials for your club or business. Course requires basic computer skills.

 

COMPUTERS & INTERNET FOR COMMUNITY USE (MONDAYS & THURSDAYS)

Our computers are available for public use between 10 am and 2 pm Mondays and Thursdays. Access the internet, type documents or study online. Please phone first to check availability.

 

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

BOLLYWOOD DANCE (WEDNESDAY EVENINGS)

Learn to dance "Bollywood" style. Enjoy a new way of exercising and learning about a new culture at the same time. A fun-filled class for women of all ages. An earlier and a later class are available.

 

ADAVIC ANXIETY SUPPORT GROUP (MONDAY EVENINGS)

Provides a forum for discussion in a safe and confidential environment. The group is guided by a facilitator. Contact ADAVIC (Anxiety Disorders Association of Victoria) on 9853 8089 for further information.

 

NEW! WALKING FOR WELLNESS (WEDNESDAYS)

Take a walk around our local area. Make new friends and improve your fitness at the same time. Distance covered approx. 2 km. Enjoy a cuppa or cold drink afterwards.

 

NEIGHBOURHOOD CUPPA (TUESDAYS, SATURDAYS: ONE EACH PER TERM)

Meet the people who live nearby and talk about how to make our neighbourhood a safe and friendly place for all. Afternoon tea provided.

 

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

BRIDGES PROGRAMME (THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS)

A number of activities are offered through this programme for adults with physical and intellectual disabilities. Participants can enjoy cooking, computers, craft and other social programmes with the support of trained staff.

For further details, please contact Terry on 9304 1523.

 

ENGLISH FOR ARABIC SPEAKING WOMEN (WEDNESDAYS)

A specialised, accredited English class for women of Arabic speaking background.

 

NEW! ARABIC LANGUAGE CLASSES (TUESDAYS)

Learn to speak, read and write the Arabic language in a small class environment. Class is suitable for beginners. Material cost for textbook is $15.

 

NEW! BUILDING HOPE (THURSDAY EVENINGS)

A special programme for partners, family members, friends and parents of a person with an eating disorder to learn new skills. Course is conducted by Dr Genevieve Peppin and is offered by Eating Disorders Victoria in partnership with Deakin University

 

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS

CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPS (WEDNESDAYS)

A group for those who like to read and to write. Gain useful tips on structure, style and technique as your writing is workshopped in our friendly group. Gain inspiration to write your story, poem or novel as you read and discuss fiction by published authors.

 

NEW! WOMEN'S SOCIAL GROUP (THURSDAYS, FORTNIGHTLY)

Meet on a fortnightly basis to enjoy guest speakers, cooking and simple craft activities. An occasional outing will also be part of the programme.

 

COMMUNITY KITCHEN (MONDAYS, FORTNIGHTLY)

Come along to learn a new recipe every two weeks and cook with friends. Participants choose a recipe each fortnight for the following session. Focus on low-cost meals made with healthy ingredients.

 

NEW! GLENGYLE GARDENING GROUP (SATURDAYS, FORTNIGHTLY)

Get together with other local gardeners to share tips, swap cuttings and seeds and enjoy an occasional guest speaker.

 

VOLUNTEERING

If you are interested in volunteering at Nicholson Street Community House, please see our Volunteering page.

 

COMMUNITY GROUP TRAINING FOR VOLUNTEERS

Need training for your volunteers? Want to get involved in volunteering? Our training is local, low cost and available to Moreland-based community groups and individuals. Contact us today to find out what is available for you or your group. We can offer:

This programme is funded by Moreland City Council.

 

ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible to enrol in these programmes you must be currently volunteering for a Moreland-based group, club or organisation.

Some places may be available for full-fee-paying participants.

To enrol or for further enquiries please contact us.

 

NEW! WORKING WITH DIGITAL IMAGES (WEDNESDAYS)

Learn how to edit photos to use in newsletters, reports and promotional material using free software. Course requires basic computer skills.

 

NEW! GRAPHIC DESIGN BASICS (TUESDAYS)

Learn how to design eye-catching marketing materials for your club or business. Course requires basic computer skills.

 

NEW! CREATING A COMMUNITY GARDEN (SATURDAY)

Are you interested in starting a community garden in your neighbourhood? Come and here from the experts about how to plan for it and how to get things started.

 

NEW! THE SHAREHOOD WORKSHOP (TUESDAYS)

The Sharehood is all about sharing resources within your neighbourhood - skills, vegetables, tools, child-minding and much more. Find out what the Sharehood is all about and learn how to get started in your neighbourhood.

 

 

SPECIAL EVENTS

ADULT LEARNERS' WEEK

Join us to celebrate Adult Learner’s Week and try a new activity for the cost of a gold coin donation!

LITERARY LUNCH AND BOOK SWAP

A special lunch for lovers of writing and books. Enjoy a talk by guest author and a delicious lunch. Stay around afterwards to swap a book, or two and chat to some other readers.

Evening Classes and Events

PAINTING CLASS (TUESDAY EVENINGS)

This class is taught by a professional artist. Learn correct techniques and experiment with different styles of painting using acrylics. Materials are supplied.

 

FLORAL ART HOBBY CLASS

Classes run on Tuesday afternoons, Thursday evenings or Friday mornings. Learn to select, prepare and arrange flowers for bouquets, centrepieces and much more. Classes are taught by a fully qualified floral artist. All materials are supplied.

ONGOING. Contact Cherie on 0411 691 073 for further information about fees, times, and to enrol .

 

FUNKY FASHIONS (MONDAY EVENINGS)

Develop your machine sewing skills and use them to make funky customised fashion items. BYO machine, or use one of ours. Basic thread and equipment supplied. Bring your own pattern and fabric.

 

NEW! SECONDHAND ROSES (THURSDAY EVENINGS)

Take an old piece of clothing or jewellery and turn it into something seriously funky using new and recycled embellishments. Tools supplied, BYO materials.

 

BOLLYWOOD DANCE (WEDNESDAY EVENINGS)

Learn to dance "Bollywood" style. Enjoy a new way of exercising and learning about a new culture at the same time. A fun-filled class for women of all ages. An earlier and a later class are available.

 

ADAVIC ANXIETY SUPPORT GROUP (MONDAY EVENINGS)

Provides a forum for discussion in a safe and confidential environment. The group is guided by a facilitator. Contact ADAVIC (Anxiety Disorders Association of Victoria) on 9853 8089 for further information.

 

NEW! BUILDING HOPE (THURSDAY EVENINGS)

A special programme for partners, family members, friends and parents of a person with an eating disorder to learn new skills. Course is conducted by Dr Genevieve Peppin and is offered by Eating Disorders Victoria in partnership with Deakin University

 

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