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French Improvers
This class is for students who wish to build up their confidence and extend their language skills in conversation. We will also work on grammar and vocabulary using texts, articles, videos, and quizzes providing an opportunity to learn about French culture and traditions.
Abstract Painting
Each lesson begins with an approachable practical experiment that is later developed using various materials such as acrylic paints, watercolours, pen and ink and collage. All will be demonstrated to understand how the materials can be used in each session and constant guidance will be given throughout the course. Contemporary artists are introduced and discussed […]
The Bookshop by Penelope Fitzgerald
An elegant short novel about Florence Green, a "small, wispy and wiry" widow who in 1959 is determined to open a bookshop in a small seaside town, against polite but ruthless local opposition. Penelope Fitzgerald is herself a true original, a superb and perceptive chronicler of eccentricity as well as conformity, with a firm moral […]
Get Writing for All
These classes are ideal for anyone who enjoys writing or would like to start. No experience is necessary. The emphasis is on having fun and through a combination of reference to published texts, writing and listening, confidence is built in writing fiction and non-fiction. Short, optional homework exercises are set weekly with supportive feedback from […]
Life Drawing
Drawing the human body is a wonderful way for anyone, from beginner to the more experienced, to improve their drawing skills. Using short and long poses, and a variety of media and materials we will explore the visual potential of the human form to create exciting images.
Creative Writing for Improvers
This course is for those with some basic knowledge and experience in creative writing who wish to continue to develop their skills in a supportive environment. It will focus on writing prose and the techniques used to write articles, short stories, novellas, and novels. • Develop your skills in the fundamentals of writing effective stories […]
A Journey through the most Beautiful Places in the Middle East
On this journey with Wafà, we will discover 25 of the most beautiful places of the Middle East. We will visit lush oases, endless deserts and UNESCO World Heritage sites from the Valley of the Kings, to Wadi Rum and Petra, to the Island of Qeshm, the largest in the Persian Gulf. We will discover […]
Contemporary Basketry Beginners
Sessions starting Nov 7th – 3D Traditional forms and contemporary twists This class, suitable for beginners, is an informal introduction to working with natural materials. We will make some simple contemporary forms on which to explore a range of basic basketry techniques and material processes.
Oil Painting
The afternoon Thursday oil painting group is a lively, approachable and unique class. Students are encouraged to build and respond to their own natural strengths and focus on building their own unique style within the painting process. Each student shall shape a diverse narrative from their own sources of inspiration, from their own sketches, photography […]
Psychopathology
This course, open to beginners, will include an examination into phobias and the understanding of personality disorders such as: Bi-Polar Schizophrenia Narcissism Psychopathy Sociopathy
Exploring Opera
Using a combination of talk, live and recorded musical examples and video, this course will steer you through the joyous experience of opera whether you are already experienced, a complete novice, or somewhere in between. The emphasis is on enjoyment of each work and many of them will be available to watch in the ‘Met. […]
Woven Tapestry
Learn woven tapestry skills at your own pace. A course perfect for learning the basics in tapestry weaving and for further developing skills and woven tapestry knowledge. Choose from a selection of projects aimed at various skill levels from beginner to improver. Lucy will work with you to help you develop your weaving and design […]
Chinese Intermediate
This course is for those who have a good basic knowledge of spoken Mandarin and Chinese characters. We will be following a textbook and lots of videos for conversation and vocabulary building. We will also be having fun practising more Chinese characters (excellent for mindfulness), reading simple Chinese books and news headlines, and following the […]
Greek Myth – The Labyrinth of Myth
Greek Myth – The Labyrinth of Myth The first five sessions will illustrate the interconnectedness and labyrinthine nature of Greek myth: 1. Introduction: - What is Greek myth? - How does it contribute to our understanding of the ancient world? - Our sources - Why it matters - Introduction to the family of Helios the […]
Chinese Beginners Plus
This course is for those who have a basic understanding of Mandarin Chinese, including Pinyin. We’ll be extending your vocabulary, learning from everyday conversations, having fun practising Chinese characters (good for mindfulness), reading simple Chinese books, and finding out about Chinese culture and customs. By the end of the course, you should be able to […]
Abstract Drawing
Join Callum Abbott in his first Settlement course in abstract drawing. Learn how to free your mind, and not simply draw what you see, but draw what you feel. We will be exploring shape, line, pattern as well as colour, and developing your skills to create different marks and experimenting with materials. No experience necessary, […]
Printmaking: Playing with Print
Let’s get printing! During this short course we will experiment with different types of printing techniques, gelli plate printing, silk screen, collograph, tetrapak, and lino using a variety of inks and paints. This will be a very informal relaxed course where we can share ideas and find inspiration for our printing projects.
Exploring Interior Design
This new course will develop your ability to visualise in three dimensions and make your Interior Design concept an exciting reality! You will learn how to measure, make a scale plan, use a colour wheel, create a mood board, and, crucially, work within budget. Suitable for beginners seeking a structured approach to their personal projects […]
Five Remarkable Women: in praise of pioneers
Five Remarkable Women: in praise of pioneers In this short series of two hour talks, our tutors offer their perspective on the lives and achievements of five extraordinary women, each of whom left a huge legacy within and often beyond their respective fields. Five Remarkable Women lectures, with Margaret Norwich, Christopher Budd, Louise […]
Simply Sewing Focus on Technique
We will develop our construction skills and sewing processes through making small and jolly projects in a workshop style. Your tutor will be including skills such as topstitching, trimming and layering seams, making binding, perfect zips, pressing and finishing to complete gorgeous things such as gift bags, make up purses, bunting and bags. (Perfect for […]
The Wright Brothers and the Science of Flight
In 1903, the Wright brothers kick-started the modern era of high-speed travel by air. With practically no data to work with, they built up their own with painstaking experimental kites and gliders. Their final mastery of powered flight is one of humanity’s greatest engineering achievements. The photographic evidence available online brings the story to life.
Portraiture
Portrait painting is becoming increasingly fashionable in the art world. There are many painting styles that can render a stunning portrait. New Settlement tutor Komathy is introducing this portraiture course to teach how to sketch and paint portraits. Komathy will provide guidance as you start your own painting. She will teach quick painting methods, how […]
Still Life Drawing Club
Vanessa has been running a Still Life Drawing Club for the last three years in Newark on Trent and brings this monthly club to the Settlement. The club focuses on bringing out each person’s individual style by everyone working from a still life arrangement of fascinating objects and given the freedom to respond in different […]
Embroidery Coral Reef Mixed Media Textile Art
During this course we will create an intricate mixed-media piece of art inspired by coral reefs. We will use a variety of techniques to build up a textural 8-inch hoop. You will experiment with a range of fabrics, needle felting, simple printing, stitches & beads to build a unique piece of art to take home.
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The Beertles Saturday 7th December
The Beertles Saturday 7th December
The Beertles in Letchworth! Following the success last year of this fabulous Beatles tribute band, the Settlement presents, The Beertles in Letchworth live in the Kincaid Hall on Saturday 7th December at 8pm (doors: 7.30pm). “Mark & Tom as John & Paul are incredible” “What an amazing show, I’m buzzing! Licensed bar provided by Garden […]
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A Hard Day’s Night
A Hard Day’s Night
Come and relive all the fun, excitement, and chaos of Beatlemania at our special 60th anniversary screening of A Hard Day’s Night. Packed with classic Beatles songs written and recorded at lightning speed, this modestly made, relatively low budget pop flick captured a real sense of a cultural moment unfolding. Six decades on, it remains […]
The Beertles Sunday 8th December
The Beertles Sunday 8th December
The Beertles in Letchworth! EXTRA SHOW DUE TO PUBLIC DEMAND! Following the success last year of this fabulous Beatles tribute band, the Settlement presents, The Beertles in Letchworth, an extra show in the Kincaid Hall on Sunday 8th December at 7pm (doors: 6.30pm). “Mark & Tom as John & Paul are incredible” “What an amazing show, […]
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Willow Christmas Decorations – Angels, Stars, and Reindeer
Willow Christmas Decorations – Angels, Stars, and Reindeer
Learn how to make some lovely festive decorations in this workshop suitable for beginners. You can make as many of each as time allows. Choose from cute angels, star wands, or one-stick reindeer – a truly ancient method of bending and wrapping a withy to represent an animal; ours will include small rose prunings for […]
Five Remarkable Women – Constance Lytton
Five Remarkable Women – Constance Lytton
Hear Craig Angus, Assistant Archivist at Knebworth House, Park & Gardens talk about the life of suffragette, Lady Constance Lytton of Knebworth, using photos, letters and family documents from the Knebworth House Archive, to discuss the part she played in the struggle for women’s suffrage and the life changing effect it had upon her.
Le Club de Culture Francaise
Le Club de Culture Francaise
Come and join us for 2 hours of fun that will include a presentation of different aspects of French culture. There will be books magazines and DVD that you can borrow. This French immersion afternoon will give you also an opportunity to chat and enjoy the company of others whilst sharing fun activities around French […]
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A Christmas Carol – A Reading
A Christmas Carol – A Reading
A Christmas Carol – A Reading Living Theatre, the group that stunned the Letchworth Festival earlier this year with their performance in Howard Park, is set to appear at the Settlement in the Kincaid Hall on Friday 13th December, at 7pm. With two actors taking inspiration from Charles Dickens’ famous public readings, Living Theatre presents […]
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Classic Albums: The Elvis Christmas Album & Phil Spector’s A Christmas Gift for You
Classic Albums: The Elvis Christmas Album & Phil Spector’s A Christmas Gift for You
Join us for the next in our series of talks about the most influential LPs in music history. In a seasonal special, Stephen Barnard and Christopher Budd reveal the stories behind two of the most familiar and top selling Christmas records ever made – Elvis Presley’s Christmas Album (1957) and Phil Spector’s A Christmas Gift […]
Block Printing Workshop
Block Printing Workshop
Woodblock-printing or block-printing is a great technique for printing text, images, or patterns, and is used widely throughout East Asia, having originated in China. Learn and experiment with block printing in this new workshop open to all.
Pete and Mike’s Christmas Cracker
Pete and Mike’s Christmas Cracker
What better way to get into the spirit of Christmas than to join Peter Chapman and Mike O’Neill for their programme of your favourite Christmas songs, carols and seasonal readings. You can smell those chestnuts roasting already! O Come… and have a great afternoon of festive fun! Peter Chapman (voice) and Mike O’Neill (piano) put […]
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Five Remarkable Women – Dusty Springfield
Five Remarkable Women – Dusty Springfield
Join Stephen Barnard as he talks about Dusty Springfield, a true pioneer of blue-eyed soul music and arguably the first female pop singer to take control of her own career.
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