WEEKENDS (Mutunga Wiki) 

Watercolour Pastels

Saturday 3 August, 9am-2pm, 1 day $70
Have you tried watercolour pastels? Free your
inner artist with quick and relaxing watercolour
pastel techniques. In this hands-on art workshop
we will create a range of original artworks using a variety of media including watercolour pastels, pencil, pen, acrylic paint, gesso, and printed text. Not an artist? You don't need to be - no experience needed and all materials provided.
​(The above imaged is provided by way of an example)
Course ID: C33
Tutor: Shelley Chappory
  

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Saturday 3 & 10 August, 9am-1pm, $60
Gain an insight into the unique cultural history of Aotearoa and in doing so learn the answers to fundamental questions such as, what is the Treaty of Waitangi?  Compare the Declaration of Independence with that of the Treaty texts.  Involves activity based learning techniques.  This two part workshop offers a safe environment to enable full and free discussion and will be held at the Pehiaweri Marae in Glenbervie.  A certificate will be available on completion of both sessions. The workshop facilitation will be shared by experienced Te Tiriti Waitangi workshop facilitators.  To enrol contact Kathryn, email kathrynmckenzie468@gmail.com or ph 027 2766957. Alternatively, you can register with CEW 
Course ID: C400
Facilitators:  Kathryn McKenzie / Moea Armstrong
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I Want that Bag!

Saturday 9am-10.30am, starts 3 August,
6 weeks $75 plus materials**
Learn to crochet and make your own stylish eco-friendly bag. The sample bag* shown above can be viewed at the CEW office. Crocheting is fun and is very on-trend right now. Our tutor will teach you the basics plus some more advanced stitches that will all go together to make a bright and colourful bag, decorated with flowers. Be part of a CAL or ‘crochet along’ group that will meet once a week during the term. Join this class and become hooked on crochet!  ** Material costs are $29.50 and are in addition to the course fee. This includes a selection of yarns for both the bag and the flowers, and a crochet hook which will all be provided for you on the day.
(*The above image is provided by way of an example only)
Course ID: C18
Tutor: Janette Morrison
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Sat 9am-11am, starts 17 August, 6 wks, $150
​Discover the healing power of the body’s eco-system. It can heal itself if we provide it with the right conditions. This six week course will cover the importance of sleep, diet, mindfulness, posture, exercise and your connection to others. Learn how to trust the power of nature as the true healer. Our facilitator is Sophia Xiao-Colley, a Chinese acupuncturist with a degree in medicine. Not sure if this course is for you? Sophia is offering a FREE one hour introductory session on Saturday the 3rd of August @ 9am – registration essential.
Course ID: C490
​Tutor: Sophia Xiao-Colley
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Saturday 10 August, 9am-2.30pm, 1 day $100
When thinking about a romantic landscape, a field of poppies, lavender or sunflowers comes into one's mind. This workshop gives you an opportunity to paint this iconic romantic landscape and bring a touch of Tuscany into
your home. Create an acrylic painting on a medium size canvas, choosing an image
which appeals to your taste and level of experience. Our tutor will guide you step by step
through this exciting creative process. Suitable
for students with any level of artistic experience.
Materials provided
​​(The above image is provided by way of an example only)
Course ID: C35
Tutor: Elena Nikolaeva
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Digital Art

Sat 10 August, 9am-2pm, 1 day $50
Create your own original digital artwork. Combine photos, textures, colours, lines, type and more. Prepare your artwork to print and frame, to exhibit in an art gallery, or to create a gift item. Explore how to create artworks at home for fun, for gifts, for sale, or to decorate gift items like cards, bags, and coffee mugs. Our tutor has been creating and teaching how to make digital artworks for over 20 years.
Course ID: C125
Tutor: Shelley Chappory

Calligraphy

Saturday 10 August, 9am-4pm, 1 day $85
Become enthused about calligraphy and discover its practical day to day use. In this one day workshop you will acquire the basic skills of fundamental letter construction and learn a variety of traditional lettering styles. A useful art form which can be used for certificates, invitations or special journal entries. All materials provided. Take home a calligraphy pen and practice journal.
Course ID: C14
Tutor: Julie Jones

Breadmaking

Sat 10 & 17 August, 9am-12.30pm, 2 morn $75
Home-baked bread always tastes best! Make a range of European and Middle Eastern breads including baguettes, ciabatta, pitas and wraps. Our tutor will teach you the secret to making bread which is better for your digestive system. Join Amy for a day of mixing, kneading and baking. Ingredients provided. Discover the art of bread making! 
Course ID: C170
Tutor: Amy Sinclair

Writing Short Stories

Saturday 17 Aug, 9am-12 noon, 1 morn $35
Writing short stories offers the best opportunity for people to learn the basic tools of story telling and the craft of writing. Whether you're writing for pleasure or to generate income, this workshop will cover the techniques involved in creating a solid short story. No previous experience is required.
Course ID: C435
Tutor:  Geoff Bartlett
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How to Start an Art Journal

Sat 17 August, 9am-2pm, 1 day $70
Explore the benefits of Art Journaling. Use your art journal for artistic inspiration, to develop
your creativity, collect ideas & samples, explore art techniques, and to relax. Try out a range of creative techniques in an artist quality journal you can take home and continue to enjoy. In this hands-on workshop we will create original art pages using drawing, painting, collage, writing, and printing. No art experience needed and all materials included.
Course ID: C32 
Tutor: Shelley Chappory
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Mosaics

Sat 17 August 9am-4pm & Sun 18 August,
9am-11am 2 mornings $100
Explore your creative side. Mosaics is the art of creating pictures and designs using pieces of tile, ceramics or glass. In this introductory workshop you will create a set piece of work with all materials provided including tiles, glue, grout, etc. No experience necessary. Learn the art of mosaics today!  Visit the Gallery page to view examples.
Course ID: C41
Tutor:  AnneMaree Herbert
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Sat 9am-11am, starts 17 August, 6 wks, $150
​Discover the healing power of the body’s eco-system. It can heal itself if we provide it with the right conditions. This six week course will cover the importance of sleep, diet, mindfulness, posture, exercise and your connection to others. Learn how to trust the power of nature as the true healer. Our facilitator is Sophia Xiao-Colley, a Chinese acupuncturist with a degree in medicine. Not sure if this course is for you? Sophia is offering a FREE one hour introductory session on Saturday the 3rd of August @ 9am – registration essential.
Course ID: C490
​Tutor: Sophia Xiao-Colley
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Learn how to cook authentic Indian vegetarian
food which offers a great balance of flavours
and nutrition. Purnima is offering two separate
courses that will give you a great start to your
Indian cooking experience or a transition to an
affordable and nourishing vegetarian lifestyle.
Refer below for a list of dishes available in
each course. Ingredients extra.

COURSE ONE: Sat 17 Aug, 9am-11am, 4 wks $75
Chana Masala, Kadhai Paneer, Rajmah Masala, Palak Peneer, Vegetarian Pulao, Lachla Parantha, Jeera Rice and Ajwaini Paranthas. Dishes will be taught in a manner that allows flexibility according to your taste
Course ID: C195
Tutor: Purnima Goyal
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COURSE TWO: Sat 17 Aug, 3pm-5pm, 4 wks $75
Malai Kofta, Dal Tadka, Jeera Allu, Mix Veg, Butter Paneer Masala with Spinach Paranthas, Peas Pulao, Missi Roti & Butter Naan.
Course ID: C196
Tutor: Purnima Goyal
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Sat 17 August, 12-2pm, 4 weeks $75
If you enjoy Indian snacks then this course is
for you. You will learn a variety of vegetarian
snacks - Onion Bhaji and mix veg pakoras, bread pakoras, chole kulche, sago fritters, lentil vadas and Hara Bhara Kabab accompanied with tamarind, coconut and mint coriander chutney. Join our tutor, Purnima Goyal, and learn some authentic Indian dishes. Ingredients extra.
Course ID: C197
Tutor: Purnima Goyal
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New Class Ideas


​Do you have any ideas for courses that are not yet offered? Would you like to become a Tutor?
Please contact CEW

Upholstery Workshop

​​​Do you have a chair or stool that needs recovering? Bring your favourite piece of furniture back to life! Learn the basics of upholstery in this intensive weekend workshop with our experienced tutor.   You will be given the opportunity to meet with the tutor prior to the class to discuss your project and calculate the quantity of fabric needed together with any other resources that may be required (contact the CEW office for when the info evening will be held). No large items accepted due to time constraints.  Basic sewing skills recommended. Material costs are extra.  Use of staple gun included in fee. This is a popular course so two workshops are being offered this term. Please note that spaces are limited. Enrol early to avoid disappointment. Visit the Gallery page to view projects from previous classes. 
Workshop One - course ID C355
Sat & Sun, 24 & 25 Aug 9am-4.30pm, $155  OR

Workshop Two - course ID C357 at & Sun, 7 & 8 Sept 9am-4.30pm, $155
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Tutor: Ken Brain

Sat 24 August, 9am-2.30pm, 1 day $70
Materials extra
​Palette knife technique is effective and rewarding. It allows you to avoid unnecessary details, creating the main shapes and colours in a fast and easy way. Our tutor will provide you with step by step instructions. This workshop is suitable for people with different levels of artistic experience and the tutor will provide images with various degrees of complexity to cater for a range of abilities. You are required to bring your own art supplies to this workshop and a list will be provided on enrolment. Alternatively, if requested, the tutor can provide
materials for an additional fee.
(The above imaged is provided by way of an example)
Course ID: C36
Tutor: Elena Nikolaeva
  

Basic Soap Making

Sat 24 August, 9am-12 noon, 1 morning $55
In this fun class you will learn the basics of soap making. We will use the traditional Cold Process method and use oils that may be in your pantry already.  This  method produces very mild soap that is perfect for baby or sensitive skin yet will still clean the grubbiest of hands. This is a practical hands-on workshop. Take home  a beautiful  handmade  soap together with full instructions. All ingredients provided. View examples at the CEW office. 
Course ID: C38
Tutor: Lyn Madden
  
Saturday 24 August, 9am-11am, 1 morn $25
Have you heard about Instagram but felt too
nervous to take a step further? Or maybe you
are on Instagram already but feel you are not
making as much out of it as you could? This
introductory session will help you decide if this
platform is right for you...whatever your intention
for using it. You will learn how it compares
to other social media platforms and in what
ways it may or may not be of use to you (and
your business if you have one). You will understand how to best use the platform to your
advantage and learn a few things to watch out
for to keep you safe and sane.
Course ID: C110
Tutor: Maggie Buxton
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Sat 24 August, 9am-12noon, 1 morn $35
Explore the creative possibilities of Mailchimp.
This powerful, FREE, easy-to-use software can create beautiful emails and handy databases. Design email invites, announcements, newsletters, promotionals, business forms and more... Set up an easy to use database of contacts – family & friends, or clients and customers. Join us and discover how Mailchimp can help you with your emails.
Course ID: C130
Tutor: Shelley Chappory

Saturday 31 Aug, 9am-12noon, 1 morn $35
Improve the SEO of your website and Social
Media. Explore how to quickly update your
SEO in simple easy steps you can do in one
day. Use the benefits of SEO (Search Engine
Optimisation) to help folks easily find your
website and Social media. If you have a business or would like people to find you on the
internet then come along and find out how SEO can be your key to success.
Course ID: C120
Tutor: Shelley Chappory
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Effective Communication 

Sat 31 August, 9am-4pm, 1 day $75
Having trouble getting people to do what you want? Tired of being a victim? Learn how to form lasting, meaningful foundations for effec-tive conversations and results with people, including your boss, colleagues and family. Using NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) communicating can become easy and efficient with surprisingly effective results. Enjoy a lighthearted series of classes, discover new techniques and change the way you communicate. Put your best foot forward wherever you go!
Course ID: C65
Tutor: Michelle Sime

Sat 31 August, 9am-2.30pm, 1 day $100
Painting on textured canvases is a common practice in contemporary art. Texture creates an unusual and interesting surface which an artist uses as a feature of a painting. A textured canvas gives a painting an unusual effect of softness, adding a 3D effect to the surface. This workshop gives you an opportunity to experiment with a textured canvas, by painting a landscape. Guided by our tutor you will work on a medium size canvas with acrylic paints making a texture on canvas on which you will paint a beautiful scene. This workshop is fun and enjoyable and is suitable for students with any level of artistic experience with Elena providing detailed instructions. All materials provided
(The above imaged is provided by way of an example)
Course ID: C37
Tutor: Elena Nikolaeva
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Sat 31 August, 9am-11am, 1 morn $30
Want to be crafty and eco-conscious? Join this workshop and learn how to make beeswax food wraps, your very own cling wrap alternative. Craft your way to plastic-free living using natural ingredients with no additives! This is a hands-on class and you will get to make a couple of wraps to take home (all materials provided). Beeswax wraps make great gifts and are a perfect home essential for wrapping up lunchbox items, preserving last night’s dinner or bundling up your favourite on-the-go snacks.
Course ID: C20
Tutor: Greer Rasmussen
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Saturday 31 Aug, 12.30-2.30pm, 1 afternoon $35
Have you ever dreamed of making your own fragrances? Would you like something natural to pop in the bath while you soak? Learn the first steps on how to create your own fragrance blends using natural essential oils. Make a roll on perfume & bath bomb to take home. These make great gifts for family and friends. All ingredients provided. 
Course ID: C225
​Tutor: Raewyn Rouse
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Mexican Cooking

Sat 7 Sept, 9am-3pm, 1 day $65
Having trouble finding delicious Mexican food? Why not learn to cook it yourself? Learn some basic Mexican recipes that are easy to follow. Make authentic tortillas, salsas, tacos, etc. Don't worry, it's only as spicy as you want it to be. Gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options available. Ingredients are extra.​
Course ID: C200
Tutor:  Diane Coleman
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Mini Mural Artwork

Sat 7 Sept, 9am-2pm, 1 day $80
Paint a Mini Mural onto corrugated iron for
your garden, shed, or entrance-way. Explore
your inner creativity with a relaxing day of
painting. Bring along your own design or adapt
one of ours. Never painted before? No experience needed. Visit the gallery page to view examples. All materials provided including iron and paints.
Course ID: C24
Tutor: Shelley Chappory
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Wild Herbs

Sat 7 Sept, 9am-12pm 1 morning $35
Are you curious and open to new tastes? Then join our tutor on a herbal excursion. Discover how to forage for herbs on a short field trip and learn how to identify and use wild edible herbs that are full of vitamins, minerals and essential phytochemicals, in short: they are way more nutritious than cultivated veggies. So challenge your taste buds and get to know some of the weeds/herbs that you will find (almost) anywhere. 
Course ID: C223
Tutor: Bianca Haux
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Moss Terrarium

Sat 7 Sept, 9am-12 noon, 1 morn $65
Do you want to add some greenery to your home or office? Create your very own miniature garden using moss, pebbles, etc, You don’t need to have a green thumb or have lots of space, you just need to think small, as you make a scaled-down garden in a glass container. Follow our tutor’s step by step instructions to make your own terrarium and learn how to care for it. Materials provided. Join our tutor and add a little green to your life!
Course ID: C236
Tutor: Satomi Chave
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Kokedama: Moss Balls

Sat 7 Sept, 1-4pm, 1 afternoon $65
Kokedama, also known as Japanese string gardens or moss ball gardens are beautiful
moss covered spheres which have plants
growing out of them. These miniature gardens
are great for small spaces and are a lovely
way to add a bit of greenery either indoors or
out. They are fun to make and easy to care for.
In this workshop you will make your own
kokedama to take home, with all materials
provided.
​Course ID: C235
Tutor: Satomi Chave

Upholstery Workshop

Refer About the Home for details
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Workshop One - course ID C355
Sat & Sun, 24 & 25 Aug 9am-4.30pm, $155  OR

Workshop Two - course ID C357
Sat & Sun, 7 & 8 Sept 9am-4.30pm, $155
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Sat 28 Sept, 9am-11am, 1 morning $30
Thinking of keeping bees? Discover whether you have the aptitude to work with bees by handling a live hive in this hands-on practical session. There will also be the opportunity to ask questions of our experienced local beekeeper. If you grow your own veges and have your own fruit trees you realise how important honey bees are in this equation. Help a declining bee population plus enjoy the benefits of the garden being pollinated and harvesting your own honey.
Course ID: C243
Tutor: David Herbert
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Coloured & Scented Soap

Sat 28 Sept, 9am-12noon, 1 morn $60
Have you already attended a soap making workshop with Lyn? Do you want to learn more? If you already know the basics, learn how to add colour and scent to your soaps. Handmade soaps make great gifts!​
Course ID: C40
​Tutor: Lyn Madden
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Pastries

Sat 28 Sept, 9am-1pm, 1 morn $50
Discover Amy's secrets to baking her famous pastries, said to be some of the best in Northland. Learn how to make delicious pastries such as croissants, tarts, danishes and pies. all ingredients provided. Ingredients provided.
Course ID: C175
Tutor: Amy Sinclair

Sat 2 & 9 November, 9am-12pm and
Sat 16 November, 9am-3pm, $150
Improve your tutoring skills and come away with a toolkit to help you become a great adult educator!  This workshop is suitable for anyone who facilitates groups, teaches staff one-on-one or teaches adults privately. Whether you are new to tutoring or simply want to improve your teaching techniques, this course will be very beneficial! By the end of the course, you will have gained confidence in your ability to facilitate a group and teach one-on-one. You will have discussed the differences between teaching adults and children, different learning styles and their relationship to tutoring, how to create a positive learning experience, how to embed literacy and numeracy into a lesson, create a course outline and a lesson plan including objectives and outcomes, write good handouts, learn the skills of positive lesson delivery and more! In order to get the most out of what you have learned you will also have a chance to experience teaching a brief lesson first-hand, in a non-judgmental environment, with helpful suggestions to take away afterward. This workshop will be held over three consecutive Saturdays; two half days and one full day (as above).  Learn how to tutor adult learners and make a difference in someone's life!
Course ID: D440
Tutor: Jo Martin

Hula Mai

This course will be available next term
Are you looking for something fun and active to do? Join Maria and bring the colour and sounds of the Pacific Islands to life by learning some Pasifika style dance moves.  Experience the art of dance with the added bonus of getting a great fitness workout.
Course ID: C430
Tutor: Maria Lawton
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