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Pastel, painting, waterolours and more for 2012

New Dates for 2012

PASTELS – Georgina Crawford is holding regular Saturday ’Play with Pastels’ workshops in our studio overlooking Dartmoor.  £35

Following on the success of her Pastel workshop at the end of 2011 we have the following dates for SATURDAY WORKSHOPS in 2012

28 January; 25 February;31 March; 28 April; 26 May; 30 June

Summer Programme coming soon…..

Places limited as you need lots of space and it is lovely and messy – come and have fun.

DRAWING & WATERCOLOUR – Martin Maxim will be continuing his popular workshops.

SATURDAY WORKSHOP DATES 2012

14 January; 11 February; 10 March; 14 April;12 May; 16 June

Summer dates coming soon……

These workshops are for the complete beginner and experienced painters alike, drawing and sketching, using watercolours freely, and gaining confidence with subject matter and paint.  You are free to explore all aspects in depth with an experienced tutor/illustrator. There is no time set aside for the elements of these workshops you are free to spend as much or as little time on each as you wish   £40

TWO DAY COURSE – £95 – 2012 dates to be announced
Learn subject selection, sketch, outline drawings from observation, explore painting techniques and create your own painted view , whether a landscape, building or still life.  10 – 4 each day

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PART OF THE COUNTRY and ARTS AND CRAFTS IN THE CHAPEL
11 Station Road and the Old Chapel Station Road
MORETONHAMPSTEAD
DEVON TQ13 8NL
01647 441310
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Family and Local History Course

We all have ancestors but what were they like? Where did they live and work? Were they rich or poor, heroes or villains? How were they affected by major events like wars? Today with the help of information technology at home or in the local library we can find out much about our fascinating family forebears and the places and events connected with them. This course will show you how. We will also cover some interesting local history connected to your family and find out about your own background. No PC experience necessary. Come and rediscover your family roots! This is a fascinating course continuing on from our popular two Heritage days in the Parish Hall and in combination with our exhibition at Green Hill. Do join us!  Mondays 7-9pm for 6 weeks starts January 30th 2012 in the library. Please phone 01647 440775 or go to the course page to book.

New Beginners Computing Course starts soon

A relaxed course for complete beginners to learn how to familiarise yourself with your computer starting with the keyboard and moving on to use email, the internet and simple word processing techniques. No experience required. This is a friendly relaxed class for complete beginners to help you get started on your PC.

Fris 9.30-11.30am, 6 wks starts Friday 3rd February in the library.

Phone Katheryn to book a place on 01647 440775 or go to the course page and book online.

Mens Cookery Day

Would you like to be able to cook some simple and delicious dishes? This is a day especially for men who would like to cook something interesting and nutritious. Gabrielle will show you the steps to creating different meals on this fun and informative day. All ingredients are provided and there will be lots of tasting and trying! If you are a man and need some cooking tips this is a day not to be missed. If you are a woman and want your man to cook send him a long! No experience necessary.

Saturday 24th March 10am-4pm

For more information or to book contact Katheryn on 01647 440775 or go to the course page.

Creating your own Web Presence

[ November 13, 2011; ] Now more than ever a website is part of everyday life! Learn how to create your own exciting and interesting website. The day  will help you to create your own mini website or blog that you can then use at home.  A basic computer knowledge is required. We’ll use free software from the [...] . . . → Read More: Creating your own Web Presence

French and Spanish Language Conversation courses

[ February 1, 2012; 6:30 pm; ] Come and learn a language! These are friendly fun classes with lots of interaction and small numbers so plenty of one-to-one help! Beginners French from 8pm and Spanish Coversation from 6.30pm starts on Wednesday 1st February and Intermediate Spanish Conversation starts at 6.30pm on Thursday 2nd February. Please do book if by phoning 01647 440775 [...] . . . → Read More: French and Spanish Language Conversation courses

Family Bush Craft Day

[ March 24, 2012; 10:30 am to 3:30 pm. ] Family Bush Craft Day with Dan Thompson-Mills
An exciting day to learn the skills of wild fire-making, making shelters in the woods, collecting and eating wild foods, and other outdoor skills. Also, learn how to read the language of the birds and develop a deeper connection to [...] . . . → Read More: Family Bush Craft Day

Mosaic in Moreton…in 2012…Call in at the shop on Station Road to book or phone 01647 441310

MONDAY – BEGINNERS 4 week term Session starts 10 a.m. until 12 Noon £40
Term Dates:-
Mon 9 Jan for 4 weeks
Mon 6 Feb for 4 weeks
Mon 5 March for 4 weeks
Mon 2, 16, 23 & 30April
THURSDAY – REGULAR MOSAIC CLASS – 4 week term for those who have attended one of our Beginners Class or one [...] . . . → Read More: Mosaic in Moreton…in 2012…Call in at the shop on Station Road to book or phone 01647 441310

Green Hill Opening Event

All are welcome to the opening of Green Hill – the refurbished old school, Fore Street, Moretonhampstead, TQ13 8LL on
Saturday 10 December 2011 at 12 noon
This is the result of many years’ hard work, and support from many Moreton people, with substantial outside funding. The building contains:

A new dedicated Youth Centre;
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Film Night: The Economics of Happiness

[ December 1, 2011; 7:30 pm; ] Moreton Action for Sustainability

Film: The Economics of Happiness. Thursday 1st December 7.30pm Community Club

Based on the ideas of – Helena Norberg-Hodge, Steven Gorelick, John Page, a film produced by the International Society for Ecology and Culture.

Come and join us for a viewing of this film and refreshments. All welcome.

‘At the International Society for Ecology and [...] . . . → Read More: Film Night: The Economics of Happiness