www.chsgardens.co.nz Their comprehensive programme includes garden and native garden awards, a National Garden Register of open gardens to visit, education courses, touring programmes including walking groups and providing advice to gardeners. The Society also has a number of specialist circles, including Daffodils, Begonias, Chrysanthemums, Fruit and Vegetables, Floral Art, and Fuchsias. Over fifty Garden Clubs … Continued
There is good evidence that singing together can improve health. Sing your way out of the blues by joining a community choir. The choirs are a part of the programme of the Muse Community Music Trust in Christchurch where the philosophy is that everyone can make music and that we learn best when we are … Continued
The Centre offers a variety of classes each term: Painting, Folk Art etc.It’s a facility for educational, arts and crafts tuition and a meeting place for art and craft interest groups set on 1.5 acres of public reserve with lovely gardens and established trees. Phone the number above to enquire about groups and courses or … Continued
Sells a wide variety of craft supplies and handcraft materials: Knitting, needlecraft, art supplies, fibrecraft etc traditional and contemporary material supplies. Offers a wide variety of classes, Embroidery, Spinning, , etc. Classes and timetable are listed on the website.
Dave will train people in the use of computers in their own home. The service is offered to beginners and more advanced, to make them familiar with their own machine. Is a qualified computer technician so can fix computers as well. Ring Dave on the number above for information regarding costs and tuition.
The Cottage is a community based initiative which seeks to involve local people in developing their skills and gives an opportunity to sell their craft work. Open 10.30 am – 3.45 pm Mon-Fri. Dallington Community News published quarterly. The following groups operate from the Cottage: Dallington Friends and Leisure Group, Wednesdays 10am-12.00 noon at Burwood … Continued
For information on all the courses ring the above telephone number or look at their website. N.B. Polytechnic now call ARA City campus 130 Madras Street, Christchurch Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 8.00am–5.00pm, Friday: 9.00am–4:30pm Woolston campus Ensors Road, Christchurch Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 8.00am–5.00pm Friday: 9.00am–4:30pm
It is a unique set of 26 yoga postures scientifically developed in 1978 to prevent and reduce the symptoms of many common illnesses. The classes are held at the above address.. For more information (class times and costs per session) contact Kate Burford, or check out the website. Information about Bikram Yoga is also available … Continued
Computer, tablet, IPad, phone and new technology training classes for people who are 50 plus. www.seniornet.org.nz is the Website address for SeniorNet groups nationwide. Ring the above telephone for further details regarding classes, etc.
For assistance and information about renewing a drivers licence, the older driver test, defensive driving or any other aspects of driving skills, please contact Jay or Barry or leave a message on the landline. They will arrange for the most approptiate person to give the required help.Will match any other cheaper prices for driving schools.As … Continued
