Yarram Community Learning Centre Course Information
Training session schedule for the 2nd Term 2008.
  
ENROL IN YARRAM COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTRE COURSES BY:
• MAIL: Yarram Community Learning Centre P.O. Box 212, YARRAM VIC 3971
• EMAIL: Click here to send an email
• IN PERSON: Old Union Bank Building, 292 Commercial Rd, Yarram
• ENROLMENT HOTLINE: Phone 5182 6294
OPENING HOURS - WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY– 10 am to 3 pm
The usual fees and cancellation policies apply
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RL at the end of the description of a class, means that there is a “Requirements List” of items needed to be brought to the class.
 Mobile phones are becoming a problem so we would like to remind you please to turn your phone off before your class starts. Our Health Policy is to protect your health by asking all learners and staff who are feeling ill to stay at home and pamper themselves until they are fully recovered.
The Crafts Needles & Threads Saturday Classes Get Physical The Arts Computers The Workshop
WRITERS GROUP EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
We are planning a get-together for all writers on Sunday afternoons, - once or twice a month. This group would bring in their latest work for discussion and constructive comments, help with entering competitions, etc. If you are a writer, or would like to learn to write from like-minded people, and are interested in being part of this group, please call Dana at the office.
NORDIC WALKING Expressions of Interest
We are looking for people who would be interested in Nordic Walking as a fitness exercise. What is Nordic Walking? It is walking while using weighted poles, which provides extra movement thus using more muscles than ordinary walking and burning more calories. The sessions are one hour at a time and can be held in the morning &/or evening.
If you are interested in this healthy outdoor exercise with a new twist – contact Dana on 51826294 or email: yclc@dcsi.net.au
FREE COME & TRY - TAI CHI FOR HEALTHNew class
Our trainer, Lorraine, is inviting all interested people who would like to try a free Tai Chi exercise class to see how they like it. It is a great way to exercise for health, help arthritis and re-energize your body for the day ahead.
Date: Monday 6th October Cost: Free
Time: 10.45 – 11.30 am Venue: Regent Theatre Supper Rooms
ATTENTION ALL ARTISTS & CRAFTSPERSONS
You are invited to contribute your work to a themed exhibition titled – Flood Fire Famine.
This exhibition will be at the Courthouse Gallery on 30th October - 11th November 2008.
Entry Forms are available now from the Courthouse Gallery or the YCLC Office. For further information, please contact Helen on 51826978 or Dana on 51826294
The Crafts
CRAFT & CONVERSATION
Due to popular demand we have extended our Craft & Conversation days to include Tuesdays, to give everyone a chance to come along and learn some crafty skills in an informal and fun social gathering. Bring along your current craft project or just come for a chat. Everyone Welcome!!
Date: Every Tuesday from 7th October Venue: Old Union Bank Time: 10 – 3.00 pm Cost: $2 per day
PAPER TOLE
Beginners will learn this 3 dimensional art form and to help experienced Paper Tolers to complete their current projects. We are offering several Classes in 2 locations – Hedley and Yarram. All advanced students bring their current projects and tools. Beginners are very welcome and will begin with a simple project. RL and Beginners Kit cost to be advised. Tutor: Merril Lees
Date: Wednesday 8th Oct. & each fortnight - 5 sessions Yarram Time: 6.30 pm start Cost: $55.00
          Thursday 30th Oct, 27th Nov. & 11th Dec.- 3 sessions Hedley Time: 7 – 9.30 pm Cost: $33.00
FESTIVE CHRISTMAS CAKE CENTRE PIECE
Make a special centre piece to add a personal touch to your Christmas cake, and provide a talking point for your guests. Use bread dough and painting techniques and a little imagination to create a focal point that will last indefinitely. Tutor: Merril Lees
Date: 2 Fridays from 28th November Time: 10 – 3 pm Venue: Union Bank Cost: $48
DECORATIVE SERVIETTE HOLDERS
You too can make and embellish this useful wooden serviette holder using leather-look, painting and bread dough. You will be amazed at the possibilities and variety of 3 dimensional decorations you can create. You will be able to make many more at home for lovely gifts. Venue: Old Union Bank Tutor: M. Lees
Date: 2 Wednesdays 29th October & 12th November. Time: 10 – 3 pm Cost: $58.00 incl. Kit
          3 Tuesday Nights from 11th November Time: 6.30–9.30pm Cost: $58.00 incl. Kit
OVEN BAKED ARTICLE
With these special Porcelain 150 Paints you will be able to paint your favourite design on any article such as Crockery, Glass, Metal, Ceramics or Copper. The finished product does not need to be kiln-fired, but will be baked in your own oven – what could be easier? Your finished piece will display great depth of colour and once baked, will be resistant to water, dishwashing liquid, alcohol-type solvents and will have the appearance of true enamel. RL
Date: Tuesday 28th Oct. Time: 10 – 4 pm approx Cost: $30 Venue: Old Union Bank Tutor: Merril Lees

Our Health Policy: We try to protect your health by asking all learners and staff who are feeling ill to stay at home and pamper themselves until they are fully recovered. This courtesy stops the spread of illness such as colds and flu, gastro and other viruses, and ensures an enjoyable learning environment for all.

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Needles & Threads
PATCHWORK QUILTS
Producing a beautiful Quilt is a great way to relax and meet friendly like minded people. Chose from the many quilt designs available, or bring a design you admire and Michelle will help you turn it into an heirloom your family will appreciate for many years to come.
Date: Friday 10th October & each Friday fortnight Time: 10 – 3 pm
Tutor: Michelle Travers Venue: Old Union Bank Cost: $16.50 per day
YARRAM SPINNERS
The Yarram Spinners are a friendly group who meet at the Centre every second Monday of each month. There are excellent spinners and knitters who would be pleased to share their knowledge and teach you to spin, knit or crochet - they even have spare wheels they can lend to anyone wishing to spin at home.
There will be a special visit from the Boolarra Wool Group on the 10th November. All Welcome!
Date: Monday, 13th Oct., 10th November Time: 11 – 4 pm approx Cost: $ 3 per day Venue: Old Union Bank
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Get Physical
STRENGTH TRAINING
Classes will be held twice each week on Mondays and Thursdays in Yarram, and Tuesday Evening in Port Albert.
Enrolment day is Tuesday 7th October at the Old Union Bank, and classes will begin on Thursday 9th Oct. and Monday 13th Oct, but you are invited to join in at any time.

TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS & HEALTH
Lorraine and Pam are offering this unique form of Tai Chi developed by a team of medical and Tai Chi experts. It is designed to help arthritis sufferers, but anyone will benefit from this program of mild exercise. The moves are soft, flowing, and easy to learn, with take home notes provided. Gentle warm up and cool down exercises are incorporated into each lesson. The benefits to be gained from this program include flexibility, strength, increased stamina, posture, and balance. With elements of Qigong included in the 6 basic and 6 advanced movements this program works on the whole mind/body/spirit principle.

*Remember: Lorraine is holding a free come & try session in Tai Chi for Health for anyone who would like to come along to a session before enrolment day. This class will on Monday 6th October, at 10.45am. All Welcome.

COST: Mondays only = $ 55.00 Thursdays only = $60.50 Both Days = $ 115.50

MONDAY:   | THURSDAY:  
Session 1: 7.30 – 8.15am Lorraine, Tai Chi A&H | Session 1: 7.30 – 8.15 am Lorraine Morn Exercises
Session 2: 10 –11 am Lorraine St. Train | Session 2: 10.00–11.00 am Lorraine St. Train
Session 3: 11 - 12 pm Lorraine St. Train | Session 3: 11.00–12.00 pm Lorraine St. Train
Session 4: 12 – 1.00pm Lorraine St. Train | Session 4: 12.15 – 1.00 pm Lorraine, Tai Chi A&H
Session 5: 1.30–2.15 pm Pam, Tai Chi A&H | Session 5: 5.00 – 5.45 pm Pam, Tai Chi A&H
Session 6: 5.00 – 5.45pm Pam, Tai Chi A&H |    

*We welcome all Prime Movers into session 4 if they wish to stay together as a group.

MONDAY EVENING:   | THURSDAY EVENING:
Session 4: 6 pm – 7pm Jayne   | Session 4: 6 pm – 7pm Jayne
Session 5: 7 pm – 8pm Simone   | Session 5: 7 pm – 8pm Simone

PORT ALBERT
TUESDAY:
Evening Session: 6.00 – 7.00 pm Jayne - St. Train Begin 14th Oct. excl. Cup Day Cost: $56.00 per term
THURSDAY:
Evening Session: 6.15 – 7.00 pm Pam – Tai Chi A & H Begin 9th Oct. Cost: $68.00

Please note – because of the need to sign special forms, participants cannot enrol in Strength Training Classes on the Internet or with the Trainers themselves.
All participants must enrol via the Office.
LEARN TO DANCE
Here is your chance to learn old time dancing. Come along – no partner needed. Great way to keep fit and have fun at the same time.
Date: Each Sunday night Time: 7pm Venue: Regent Supper Rooms Cost: $2.00
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The Arts
SLUMPED GLASS PLATES
You will enjoy decorating a piece of glass using special paints, and other smaller glass shapes adhered to the glass. If you have a favourite design or drawing you like, bring it along to see if it is suitable. You will be delighted when it comes back slumped into the shape of a plate or sandwich tray. We have added a night class for your convenience. Booking essential for each session.
Date: Day: Tuesday 14th Oct., 11th Nov. & 2nd Dec. Time:10 – 4pm Cost: $26.50 per day incl.one plate
Evening: Wednesday 15th & 29th Oct. & 12th & 26th Nov. Time: 6.30 – 9pm
Cost: $26.50 incl.one plate Venue: Old Union Bank Tutor: M. Lees
PATCHWORK QUILTS
Producing a beautiful Quilt is a great way to relax and meet friendly like minded people. Chose from the many quilt designs available, or bring a design you admire and Michelle will help you turn it into an heirloom your family will appreciate for many years to come.
Date: Friday 18th July & each Friday fortnight, Time: 10 – 3 pm Tutor: Michelle Travers, Venue: Old Union Bank Cost: 16.50 per day.
DECORATIVE & FINE ART - Including Portraits
Amaze yourself by painting landscapes, seascapes, and Portraits of ancestors, family members or pets, in an amazing new medium and acrylics.
Join this friendly group of artists in morning or afternoon classes – or bring your lunch and stay for both. All Welcome.
Date: Thursday 9th October & each Thursday (11 Weeks) Time: Morn. 10 – 12 pm Aft: 1 – 3 pm
Venue: Old Union Bank Cost: $14.00 per session Tutor: Janice Timmins
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Computers for Everyone
We schedule our classes at time of printing, but all classes are flexible and depend on numbers so occasionally changes need to be made. Please feel free to discuss your computer needs at any time. All computer classes are held at 310 Commercial Road, and cost $66 (inc. GST).
We welcome Fay Lake as our new tutor.

Unless otherwise noted the computer classes are held at our new premises 310 Commercial Rd, (TAFE are also locate here at the flagpole entrance to the park) and cost $66 inc GST.

NO MORE STAIRS YEAH!!!!

1 Computers for Absolute Beginners
If you have never used a computer, this is the class for you. You will learn to use the mouse, play solitaire (and win) writing and saving letters, among many other things.
Evening class: 2 - 4 pm
Date: 5 Fridays from 17th October – 14th November		 3. Internet & Email
We’ll show you the easy and fast way to surf the net to get the information you need, email features, send pictures to your friends, and set up a free email account.
Evening class: 7 pm – 9 pm
Date: 5 Mondays from 13th October to 10th November
2. The Next Step
This is a Beginners class for those who can use a computer but would like to know the basics of Windows and word processing. Other areas includeusing dialog boxes, adjusting Windows settings, the Control Panel and cutting and pasting.
Evening class: 7 pm – 9 pm
Date: 5 Thursdays from 16th October – 13th November
 4 Digital Photos & Graphics
Use a digital camera & scanner to transfer your photos to the computer, and then use a graphics program to manipulate, retouch & enhance the images.
Familiarity and computer experience preferred.
Evening class: 7 pm – 9 pm
Date: 5 Tuesdays from 14th October – 11th November
Classes are also held in the following:
* Desktop Publishing with Publisher
* PowerPoint Presentations
* Excel Spreadsheets
* Access Databases
Call Dana.
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First Aid
Dates for all First Aid Classes will be set as soon as class numbers are achieved.
Please register your interest and as soon as we have enough numbers, classes will go ahead.
FIRST AID CERTIFICATE LEVEL 1
1 day or 2 nights Date: Advised at Booking Venue: Old Union Bank,  Tutor: Tom Reakes Cost: $90 		FIRST AID CERTIFICATE LEVEL 2
2 full days or 5 nights Date: Advised at Booking Venue: Old Union Bank,  Tutor: Tom Reakes
Cost: $190
CPR UPDATE
If it has been 12 months since your last certificate - it's time for a CPR update!! 1 morning or 1 night.
Date: Advised at Booking,  Time: Tutor: Tom Reakes
Venue: Old Union,  Bank Cost: $60
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At The Workshop
MEN'S SHED
A day for the blokes – if you have a few spare hours on Wednesdays, come along to the men’s shed.
Plenty to do if you want to build it, fix it, bugger it or break it. If you bugger it up, we will help fix it. Just want a chat? There is always someone who will listen. Have a project but don’t know where to start – we’ll start you off. Want something to do? We can give you a small project for the community.
Come and go as you please – no strings attached. Doors open at 9am.
Date: Wednesday 8th October & each Wednesday Lunch provided – Cost $3.00 per day.

The Workshop opens at 9am so drop in and have a chat to Mark


   

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