SUMMER 2013

CLASSES & CLUBS FOR EVERYONE

Morning Afternoon & Evening

St.Matthews Street Rugby CV21 3BY

Tel: 01788 542467

www.percival-guildhouse.co.uk

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THE GUILDHOUSE WEEK AT A GLANCE

MONDAY Page MORNING French Experience Intermediate Level 3 5 Actualits - French Advanced Level 3+ 6 German Advanced 6 Italian Intermediate Level 2 7 Flower Arranging 12 The British Experience in George IIs time 9 AFTERNOON French Literature 5 Italian Intermediate Level 1 6 English as a Second Language - Elementary 4 Embroidery Circle 12 Upholstery 12 Troubling Masterpiece: Wagners 9 The Rings of the Nibelung EVENING German Beginners Continuation 6 Watercolour for Beginners Continuation 10 Belly Dance Beginners 13 Belly Dance Advanced 13 TUESDAY MORNING Parlons-en Advanced Level 3 5 Italian Advanced 7 Shakespeare Study Group - A Midsummer 8 Nights Dream Portraits - Much more than a photograph 10 Drawing for Beginners Continuation 10 Drawing with Colour, Painting with lines 10 Write the Story of your Life 8 Exercise for the Older Adult 10.30 am 13 Exercise for the Older Adult 11.30 am 13 Facets of The War to End Wars 9 AFTERNOON Italian Beginners Continuation 6 Italian Improvers Level 3 6 New Testament Greek 8 Relief Printmaking 10 Portraits for Fun 10 Behind the Iron Curtain: Eastern Europe 1945-1989 9 EVENING French Beginners Continuation 5 German Improvers Level 1 6 Spanish for Beginners 7 Watercolours for Beginners 10 Belly Dance Intermediate 13 Belly Dance Advanced 13 WEDNESDAY MORNING English as a Second Language 4 - Intermediate Continuation Lets Speak French Intermediate Level 4 5 German Intermediate Level 2+ 6 Italian Intermediate Level 2+ 7 Page Drawing with Expression 10 Watercolour Flowers 10 Flower Arranging 12 Jewellery Making: Beadwork & Wirework - All Levels 12 AFTERNOON English as a Second Language - Elementary 4 German Improvers Level 3 6 Italian Intermediate Level 3 7 Hardanger Embroidery 12 Meditation Continued (On Chair) 13 EVENING French Improvers Level 2 5 Paint Workshop Group 11 Jewellery Making: Beadwork & Wirework - All Levels 12 THURSDAY MORNING Rendez-vous avec la France - Advanced Level 2 5 Spanish Improvers Level 1 7 Spanish Intermediate Level 1 7 Writing Fiction 8 Write the Story of your Life 8 Pilates Beginners 13 Pilates Improvers 13 Chatsworth and the Cavendish Family 1550-1850 11 AFTERNOON En Route - Improvers Level 2 5 Intermediate Latin 8 Digital Photography Crash course 14 Journey into Poetry 8 Pilates All Levels 14 Pilates All Levels 14 EVENING French Improvers Level 1 5 Watercolour Painting 11 Digital Photography for Holiday and Travel14 Hatha Yoga 14 Conversational Bridge Club 17 FRIDAY MORNING Hablemos Espaol! - Advanced 1+ 7 Hablamos Ms Espaol? - Advanced 1 7 English as a Second Language 4 - Intermediate Conversational Art Workshop 11 Painting in the Spirit of the Masters 11 Hatha Yoga 14 Improvers Bridge Club 17 AFTERNOON British Painting in the Eighteenth Century 11 Painting with Beccy 11 Meditation for Beginners (On Chair) 14 Friendly Bridge Club 17 Knitting Club 17 Friday Singers Club 13

Please see DAYSCHOOLS for a wide range of one-day activities.

Welcome to The Percival Guildhouse

Rugbys Independent Centre for Adult Education and the Arts HOW TO JOIN A COURSE Get in touch with us now to find out about the class you are interested in. By Post - Fill in the enrolment form and send it with correct fee to The Percival Guildhouse, St Matthews Street, Rugby, CV21 3BY. (Cheques payable to The Percival Guildhouse). PLEASE ENCLOSE A STAMPED ADDRESSED ENVELOPE IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF YOUR ENROLMENT, OTHERWISE RECEIPTS WILL BE HELD IN THE OFFICE FOR COLLECTION, OR IN THE REGISTER FOR START OF TERM. In Person - The office will be open every weekday during term time 9.00 am - 4.00 pm. The office will be closed for Easter from 25th March - 2nd April inclusive

We accept Debit Cards as a method of payment. CENTRE STAFF - Whos Who

Executive Committee David Dove - Chairman Margaret Blundell - Secretary Mike Long - Treasurer Marilyn Adelmann Mike Beare Ian Brodie Caroline Enraght-Moony Brian McLaughlin Linden Osborn Marjorie Yarker

Office Staff Elaine Faller - Centre Manager Prabha Mistry - Office Secretary Fiona Pedley - Clerical Officer & Book Keeper Christine Hall - Catering Manager Caretaking Staff Ian Rodham Maurice Smith Janet Wash

Facilities for People with Disabilities Our building has limited resources but every effort is made to accommodate anyone with a physical disability in our classes and activities. Courses that are held in ground floor rooms are indicated in the course details. Please talk to someone in the office if you have any particular requirements. More Information on Enrolment & Fees are on the back of the Enrolment Form between pages 8-9
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GENERAL INFORMATION Most courses start week beginning 8th April 2013 Half Term is 27th - 31st May inclusive Guildhouse closed. Office Hours The Guildhouse Office is normally open during the term as follows: Monday to Thursday 9.00 am - 4.00 pm and 6.45 - 9.30 pm. Friday 9.00 am - 4.00 pm. Please note that on some afternoons and evenings the office is attended by a voluntary steward who, if unable to answer your query, will take a message so that office staff can return your call. Anyone who is interested in becoming a VOLUNTARY STEWARD please contact the office or a member of the Executive. Course Codes All courses are numbered with a three figure number, followed by two letters to show which term, and take place at The Percival Guildhouse, some of our courses take place at an outside venue: Rugby Methodist Church Centre, Russelheim Way, just a short walk away from the Guildhouse. The United Reformed Church, Hillmorton Road. Cotesbach Village Hall, Cotesbach. Church Lawford Village Hall. These are listed by the individual course. All ENROLMENT takes place at the Percival Guildhouse. Course Information Sheets For some courses, students are provided with a course outline/syllabus. It is intended to present a general statement of the topics to be covered and the order in which they are to be presented. It will be appreciated that successful learning outcomes are affected by the prior knowledge of the group and by individual interests and expertise. Some variation in the time given to particular topics, and the precise order in which they are presented, is therefore to be expected. All information is correct at the time of printing. The Percival Guildhouse reserves the right to cancel courses or engage alternative tutors when necessary. Data Protection: The information provided by students on the PGH enrolment form is held on a database and processed in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998 for administrative and statistical purposes. Please let us know if you wish to make any amendments to the personal data we hold about you.
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Summer Schools
Tuesday 25 June & Wednesday 26 June BIG WILLOW WEAVING - TWO DAY WORKSHOP Margaret Cooper 10.00am - 3.30pm LEARN HOW TO DRAW (THE EASY WAY) - TWO DAY WORKSHOP Beccy Roberts 10.00am - 3.00pm WRITING FOR PLEASURE - TWO DAY WORKSHOP Kay Rainsley 10.00am - 3.00pm Tuesday 25 June FIGURE STUDIES IN CHARCOAL AND PASTEL Mike Ivens 10.00am - 3.30pm Tuesday 25 June ASTRONOMY FOR BEGINNERS Johanna Fleur Jarvis 10.00am- 3.30pm Wednesday 26 June STARS & GALAXIES IN OUR UNIVERSE Johanna Fleur Jarvis 10.00am - 3.30 pm Thursday 27 & Friday 28 June HAVE FUN WITH PORTRAITS - TWO DAY WORKSHOP Lindsay Kyle 10.00am - 3.00 pm Friday 28 June LA CHANSON FRANAISE Anne Jones 10.00am - 3.30pm Friday 28 June & Monday 1 July UPHOLSTERY - TWO DAY WORKSHOP Ruth Brewin 10.00am - 3.00 pm Tuesday 2 July 1570 - A EUROPEAN MUSICAL TOUR Val Brodie 10.00am - 3.30pm Tuesday 2 July A GERMAN TASTER David Harding 10.00am - 3.30pm PLUS LOTS MORE EXCITING DAYSCHOOLS See pages 15/16 for more details

LANGUAGES
The following guide will help students to choose the correct course. Beginners - for those with no or very little knowledge of the language. Beginners Continuation - for those with very little knowledge of the language. Improvers Level 1 - for those who have completed a beginners course of 1 years duration. Level 1 + - progressing on from Level 1. Improvers Level 2 - for those who are gaining a little more confidence possibly with two years study and can hold a conversation in the language. Level 2+ - progressing on from Level 2. Improvers Level 3 - for those who have a good knowledge of the language leading up to GCSE Intermediate Level 1 - equivalent to a GCSE level. Intermediate Level 2 - for those with a good level of the language - equivalent to a good GCSE level. Level 2+ - progressing on from Level 2. Intermediate Level 3 - for those who are post GCSE level with a good knowledge of the language. Level 3+ - progressing on from Level 3. Advanced - for students who are fluent in a language and would like to practise their conversation skills - the classes usually conducted solely in the language.

writing skills used in everyday situations and boost your confidence. From 8 April 301su ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE - Elementary Wednesday 9 meetings 1.00 - 3.00 pm Tutor: Marylene Fleury-Rogers 62, 31 This is a continuation course but newcomers are welcome. If you need elementary English because you have just arrived in England or you do not have the opportunity to speak English at home, come and join this friendly class. You will improve your listening, speaking, reading and writing skills used in everyday situations and boost your confidence. From 10 April Students would benefit from both of the following two courses as they compliment each other, but this is not compulsory 328su ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE - Intermediate (Continuation) Wednesday 9 meetings 10.00 - 12 noon Tutor: Marylene Fleury-Rogers 62, 31 This class is designed for those who have previously studied English in their own country at intermediate level but need to improve their speaking, listening and grammar skills as well as pronunciation. From 10 April 510su ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE - Intermediate (Conversational class) Friday 9 meetings 11.30 - 1.00 pm Tutor: Marylene Fleury-Rogers 46, 23 If your English is at an intermediate level or above, come and join this conversational class to become more confident when speaking English. From 12 April

ENGLISH
NEW ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE - Elementary Monday 9 meetings 1.00 - 3.00 pm Tutor: Marylene Fleury-Rogers 62, 31 If you need elementary English because you have just arrived in England or you do not have the opportunity to speak English at home, come and join this friendly class. You will improve your listening, speaking, reading and
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Lunches are available at modest prices. See page 12 for more details.

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FRENCH
Please note that where the magazine La Vie Outre-Manche is used there is a yearly subscription of 26 approximately. 101su FRENCH LITERATURE Monday 10 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: Anne Jones 68, 34 This course is aimed at students with a good command of reading in French and a love for literature. Book to be decided. From 8 April 201su FRENCH - Beginners Continuation Tuesday 10 meetings 7.00 - 9.00 pm Tutor: Anne Jones 68, 34 This course is a continuation for near beginners, but newcomers are welcome. In a relaxed atmosphere, we shall concentrate on simple, everyday situations with basic vocabulary and grammar exercises. Course book - French for Starters. From 9 April 401su FRENCH - Improvers Level 1 Thursday 10 meetings 7.00 - 9.00 pm Tutor: Anne Jones 68, 34 This course is designed for those who have completed a beginners course. We will concentrate on speaking and understanding everyday situations with basic vocabulary and grammar exercises. Newcomers welcome. Course book: Faon de Parler 2. From 11 April 302su FRENCH - Improvers Level 2 Wednesday 10 meetings 7.00 - 9.00 pm Tutor: Anne Jones 68, 34 This course will enable you to build on basic skills you already have and guide you through new vocabulary and grammar practice. Plenty of opportunity will be given to speak and listen. Information and debates on French culture and customs will be a strong part of the course. From 10 April 402su EN ROUTE - Improvers Level 2 Thursday 10 meetings 1.00 - 3.00 pm Tutor: Anne-Sophie Adelmant 68, 34 This course is designed for holiday and leisure purposes. We will concentrate on speaking and

understanding, using cassettes, videos, role plays. and a good sense of humour. From 11 April 102su FRENCH EXPERIENCE - Intermediate Level 3 Monday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Anne Jones 68, 34 Strong emphasis on speaking and listening for people who have a good knowledge of the language. We shall use Rendez-vous magazine, as a source of news items and a good base for discussion. Come and join this lively class and share language and culture with a native speaker. From 8 April 303su LETS SPEAK FRENCH - Intermediate Level 4 Wednesday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Anne Jones 68, 34 Continuing to develop speaking and listening skills, in a friendly atmosphere we shall build on existing vocabulary and improve grammar. You will be encouraged to discuss and debate French current affairs and culture to increase your confidence. From 10 April 404su RENDEZ-VOUS AVEC LA FRANCE - Advanced Level 2 Thursday 10 meetings 9.30 - 11.30 am Tutor: Anne-Sophie Adelmant 68, 34 An all in French course, brush up, improve, or simply keep your language skills alive in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We will cover a wide range of topics using debates, and a variety of materials including the magazine La Vie Outre-Manche. From 11 April 202su PARLONS-EN - Advanced Level 3 Tuesday 10 meetings 9.30 - 11.30 am Tutor: Anne-Sophie Adelmant 68, 34 All in French, this course will be focusing on current affairs, debates, discussions and articles from the press and La Vie OutreManche magazine. From 9 April
Term starts on 8th April 2013 Half term is 27th - 31st May inclusive Guildhouse will be closed

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104su

ACTUALITS - Advanced Level 3+ Monday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Anne-Sophie Adelmant 68, 34 This all in French class is for students who are fluent in the language and who have an interest in all aspects of French life, tradition, culture and current affairs. From 8 April * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

305su GERMAN - Intermediate Level 2+ Wednesday 9 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Gertrud Robins 62, 31 If you have a sound knowledge of German equivalent to a GCSE level and are interested in the German speaking world you will be most welcome to join this friendly group. Classes are conducted partly in German with emphasis on conversation and discussion of relevant grammar points. From 10 April 106su GERMAN - Advanced Monday 7 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Gertrud Robins 48, 24 Emphasis on conversation with the class conducted mostly in German. From 8 April - No meeting 13 May * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

GERMAN
105su GERMAN - Beginners Continuation Monday 10 meetings 7.00 - 9.00 pm Tutor: David Harding 68, 34 A conversational class for near beginners. For those wishing to use German for pleasure and work. Newcomers welcome. From 8 April 204su GERMAN - Improvers Level 1 Tuesday 10 meetings 7.00 - 9.00 pm Tutor: David Harding 68, 34 Building on our existing knowledge, we shall develop our language skills further using a variety of sources, including authentic texts and dvds. Newcomers welcome. From 9 April 304su GERMAN - Improvers Level 3 Wednesday 9 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: Gertrud Robins 62, 31 A friendly conversational class for those who have a good grasp of basic German, (present and past tenses), want to improve their language in everyday situations and learn about life in German speaking countries. From 10 April

ITALIAN
205su ITALIAN Beginners Continuation Tuesday 10 meetings 1.00 - 3.00 pm Tutor: Mariarita Martino 68, 34 Continuing from a beginners course which started in Autumn 12, but near beginners are welcome to join. In a relaxed atmosphere, you will continue to develop language skills such as speaking, reading and listening. Course book: Italian 1 Palgrave Foundations. From 9 April 206su ITALIAN - Improvers Level 3 Tuesday 7 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: Joan Parker 48, 24 This course is aimed at those who have some knowledge of Italian, ie can cope in everyday situations and talk about simple present and simple past situations. Emphasis will be on developing speaking and listening skills. The second half of the book Arrivederci 1 (published by Edilingua) will be used. From 9 April 107su ITALIAN - Intermediate Level 1 Monday 6 meetings 1.00 - 3.00 pm Tutor: Joan Parker 41, 20.50 A friendly conversational class for people who have a good basic knowledge of Italian, (be

HOW TO ENROL
The office will be open every weekday during term time 9.00 am - 4.00 pm The office will be open from 3rd April for enrolment and enquiries Term starts on 8th April 2013 Half term is 27th - 31st May inclusive Guildhouse will be closed

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familiar with present and past tenses) and want to improve their language in everyday situations. From 8 April 108su ITALIAN - Intermediate Level 2 Monday 6 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Joan Parker 41, 20.50 A friendly and relaxed class designed to perfect skills already learnt and to extend knowledge of the Italian language and culture. Students should have a good grasp of the present, future and past tenses and be willing to improve their conversational skills. From 8 April 306su ITALIAN - Intermediate Level 2+ Wednesday 9 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Joan Parker 62, 31 This course is aimed at those who can express themselves in everyday situations with a fair degree of confidence (perfection not expected!). Course book: Mosaico Italia by Edilingua. From 10 April - No meeting on 5 June 307su ITALIAN - Intermediate Level 3 Wednesday 9 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: Joan Parker 62, 31 A lively informal class for people who have not yet covered all aspects of Italian grammar but can speak with a great degree of fluency. Course book: Mosaico Italia by Edilingua. From 10 April - No meeting on 5 June 207su ITALIAN - Advanced Tuesday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Mariarita Martino 68, 34 Students will be encouraged to increase their fluency by discussing all aspects of daily life, Italian geography, films and plays. Course book: Crescendo (Tomson-Heinle). From 9 April * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

covering topics such as meeting people, ordering drinks, food and paying bills. Book: Pasos 1 by Hodder & Stoughton. From 9 April 405su SPANISH - Improvers Level 1 Thursday 9 meetings 11.15 - 12.45 pm Tutor: Rosy Wesson 46, 23 For those who wish to continue learning how to cope in basic everyday situations. We will include some grammar and will further your knowledge of the Spanish culture. Newcomers with basic Spanish are most welcome. Text book: Pasos 1 by Hodder Arnold. From 11 April 406su SPANISH - Intermediate Level 1 Thursday 9 meetings 9.30 - 11.00 am Tutor: Rosy Wesson 46, 23 For those who wish to extend their knowledge of the language so that they can communicate in present, past and future situations, with emphasis on speaking and listening, old and new grammar and culture. Course book: Berlitz Speaking Your Language Intermediate Spanish. From 11 April 501su HABLAMOS MS ESPAOL? - Advanced Level 1 Friday 9 meetings 11.15 am - 12.45 pm Tutor: Rosy Wesson 46, 23 For those students who wish to continue developing their fluency by conversing about everyday life in all tenses and to revise and learn more about grammatical aspects of the language, including the subjunctive. Course book Pasos 2 by Hodder and Stoughton. From 12 April 502su HABLEMOS ESPAOL! - Advanced Level 1+ Friday 9 meetings 9.30 - 11.00 am Tutor: Rosy Wesson 46, 23 Come and continue keeping your Spanish to a very good level of understanding and conversation. We will carry on developing all skills, going over grammar and researching more into the Spanish culture. From 12 April The lower fee stated for each course applies to students who are in receipt of a means tested benefit

SPANISH
NEW 227su SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS Tuesday 10 meetings 7.00 - 9.00 pm Tutor: Lucia Salvatierra 68, 34 A course for complete beginners or those with very little knowledge of Spanish. We will be

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LATIN AND GREEK

407su INTERMEDIATE LATIN Thursday 10 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: Rosemary King 68, 34 This class is for students who have already done some Latin perhaps many years ago. We are working in a fairly leisurely way through the Cambridge Latin Course, and expect to be starting Book 4, stage 29 or so. In addition to this we read Latin stories and use the internet and other resources to study medieval manuscripts, tombstones and other interesting materials. New students with some knowledge of Latin are very welcome. You will need a copy of The Cambridge Latin Course Book 4. From 11 April 209su NEW TESTAMENT GREEK Tuesday 10 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: John King 23 No Concessions This is a friendly group that meet to read and discuss the original Greek of texts from the Old and New Testaments. This term we are studying the Epistle to the Romans. New members with some knowledge of Greek are most welcome. From 9 April LATIN READING GROUP Tuesday 10 meetings 7.00-9.00 pm See Clubs and Groups section

will help you re-discover memories by using triggers and writing exercises. It is a friendly, supportive group for all levels. Come and be inspired! 409su JOURNEY INTO POETRY Thursday 10 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: Cathy Whittaker 68, 34 Poetry is for everyone, why not have a go? This course will experiment with different techniques and writing exercises to develop your poetry whether you like free verse or use other traditional forms. The course is informal with plenty of discussion and ideas to stimulate your writing. It is for all abilities. From 11 April Ground Floor 410su WRITING FICTION Thursday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Gill Vickery 68, 34 Topics include: getting started, characterisation, dialogue, structure and plotting, writing proposals and synopses and submitting your work. From 11 April 101su FRENCH LITERATURE Monday 10 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: Anne Jones See Language section 608su WRITING FOR PLEASURE Tutor: Kay Rainsley See Summer School section

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WORDS
210su SHAKESPEARE - Study Group A Midsummer Nights Dream Tuesday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Leader: Bess Clarke 46, 23 A brilliant play about Magic From 9 April WRITE THE STORY OF YOUR LIFE 211su Tuesday 10 meetings 9.45 - 11.45 am Tutor: Cathy Whittaker 68, 34 From 9 April 408su Thursday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Cathy Whittaker 68, 34 From 11 April Ground Floor

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THE GUILDHOUSE ARTS & CRAFTS EXHIBITION

7th - 16th May 2013 at Floor One Rugby Art Gallery and Museum
A chance for Guildhouse students to display their work in a local gallery. All Guildhouse students on arts and craft courses are invited to submit work to exhibit. More details available from your tutor.

If you think your life is boring think again. The story of your life is unique. This popular course

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ENROL NOW
FEES AND CONCESSIONS Fees are shown alongside each course. Each fee includes an Administration fee of 6.00 We can give fee remission on the following categories, please get in touch with us if claim one of the following. Courses show two fee levels. 1st fee = full fee 2nd fee = for students who are in receipt of one of the following means tested benefits: Fee remission categories: 1. Job Seekers Allowance 2. Working Tax Credit 3. Housing Benefit/Council Tax Benefit 4. Income Support 5. Employment and Support Allowance (income based) 6. Unwaged dependant on above categories 1-5

Fee remission is not available for dayschools. Fee remission is limited to one course per person per term.

Students will need to provide up to date evidence of being in receipt of benefits. It is essential that you send a photocopy of the first two pages of your benefit book or documentary evidence of your entitlement to benefit. An enrolment cannot be accepted without this documentation if you are claiming fee remission. Please do not send your benefit book to us by post. Please note that students in receipt of DLA or Incapacity Benefit are not eligible for fee remission. Fee remission is no longer available for over 65 year old unless they are in receipt of one of the above means tested benefits. Fee Remission in the above categories is supported by the Percival Guildhouse. Fee Remission budgets are limited and can only be offered to students until the money runs out.

We accept Debit Cards as a method of payment.

REFUND POLICY Course fees are non-refundable except in the following circumstances: Class closed due to low numbers Medical reasons - prompt notification is required. Moving out of the area. Unsuitability of the class providing the request is made to the office immediately after the first meeting. Other than in the cases of class closure or unsuitability of the class an administrative charge of 6.00 will be made together with a deduction of any sessions to date whether the student has attended or not. Please note that no refunds will be given under any circumstances for dayschools, short courses or visits unless your place can be filled by another student, when a 6.00 administration charge will be made. PAY BY INSTALMENTS We are happy to accept spread payment for most 7/11 week courses if you are paying by cheque. Simply send us two cheques, one present-dated and one dated 1st May 2013 (each cheque for half the total fees). This facility is not available for short courses or dayschools Please send all cheques with your enrolment form or letter. PLEASE REMEMBER IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF YOUR ENROLMENT, SEND AN STAMPED ADDRESS ENVELOPE, OTHERWISE YOUR RECEIPT WILL BE HELD IN THE OFFICE FOR YOUR COLLECTION

HISTORY
Local, Natural and Family History 109su THE BRITISH EXPERIENCE IN GEORGE IIS TIME c.1727-1746 Monday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Michael Cahill 68, 34 George II and Queen Caroline, Bonnie Prince Charlie and Flora MacDonald, Sir Robert Walpole and George Frederick Handel, Wesley Whitefield, Hogarth and Fielding; familiar and not so familiar names from a period of history perhaps not so well known as it should be. The course seeks to open up this era of contrasts, placing its colourful personalities within the context of the Georgian political, social and religious scene. From 8 April Ground Floor 110su TROUBLING MASTERPIECE: Wagner's Ring of the Nibelung (Part 3) Monday 10 meetings 1.30 - 3.30pm Tutor: Michael Cahill 68, 34 2013 is the bicentenary of Wagner's birth. We conclude our non-technical and accessible exploration of his controversial music drama the Ring of the Nieblung. The course seeks to place this master-work in the context of Wagner's life and times. Newcomers are welcome. From 8 April

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FACETS OF THE WAR TO END WARS THE EARLY YEARS 1914-1916 Tuesday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Michael Cahill 68, 34 The course is an introduction, abroad and at home, to British History during the early years of World War One. It shows a country moving from optimism at its commencement to the grim realities of Gallipoli and the Somme; from excitement to personal tragedy and political upheaval. From 9 April Ground Floor 225su BEHIND THE IRON CURTAIN: EASTERN EUROPE 1945-1989 Tuesday 5 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: David Price 34, 17 Aspects of life in the Warsaw Pact countries, from when they adopted socialism on the Soviet model at the end of the Second World War until the dramatic events at the end of 1989, including the fall of the Berlin Wall. How particular characteristics, cultures and even different political systems combined to undermine the Soviet Unions protective barrier against the West. Illustrated with slides and film clips. From 9 April

The Guildhouse

PLANT SALE
Saturday 18th May 2013 10.00 am - 12.30 pm
In the Guildhouse garden
Healthy plants for sale - annuals perennials, shrubs, vegetables. Dont miss this opportunity to stock up your garden. We need lots of people who will grow plants for us. See the notice in the hall or call into the Guildhouse office and let us know if you are able to grow or supply any plants. Dont miss this great PGH fundraiser.

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ART
115su WATERCOLOURS FOR BEGINNERS CONTINUATION Monday 10 meetings 7.00 - 9.00pm Tutor: Beccy Roberts 68, 34 This is a continuation class but newcomers are very welcome. It is aimed at students with little experience. Just bring pots of enthusiasm. From 8 April 214su PORTRAITS - MUCH MORE THAN A PHOTOGRAPH Tuesday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Lindsay Kyle 68, 34 We will work on class projects and individual portraits using a variety of different media. Please bring cartridge paper and drawing materials to the first lesson. From 9 April 215su DRAWING FOR BEGINNERS CONTINUATION Tuesday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Beccy Roberts 68, 34 Each week we will look at different aspects of drawing and experiment with exciting new techniques and unusual projects. Continuing class but newcomers welcome. Please note that this course take place at Rugby Methodist Church Centre, Russelheim Way. From 9 April 228su DRAWING WITH COLOUR, NEW PAINTING WITH LINE Tuesday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Eric Gaskell 68, 34 This is a combined class from last term. We will be covering drawing/painting from life (and, weather permitting, out-of-doors) we will work with lots of materials and methods. You will need A3 paper, conte, willow charcoal, and pencils. From 9 April 217su PORTRAITS FOR FUN Tuesday 10 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: Beccy Roberts 68, 34 Continuing on from last term but newcomers welcome. We will look at shape and proportion, perspective and how to achieve the illusion of 3

dimensions. You will soon discover how rewarding it is to master proportions, perspective, light and shade and drawing from real life. From 9 April 229su RELIEF PRINTMAKING Tuesday 10 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: Eric Gaskell 68, 34 If you are a total novice or have experience of printmaking there will be something for you in this course. For the newcomer, we will learn by exploring the multi-levelled art of mono-printing, using hand printing methods, brush and stencils, cut-outs and simple jigsaw prints. For the more experienced we will develop further into more demanding single and multi-coloured, reduction and multi-block linocuts. 10.00 additional cost for inks and print materials. From 9 April Ground Floor 230su WATERCOLOURS FOR NEW BEGINNERS Tuesday 10 meetings 7.00 - 9.00 pm Tutor: Beccy Roberts 68, 34 Watercolours are a wonderfully versatile painting medium. The basic techniques are easy and fun to learn and with practice you will be able to achieve beautifully descriptive and evocative images. This course will give you the confidence and knowledge to become a creative and inquisitive water-colourist. From 9 April Ground Floor 310su DRAWING WITH EXPRESSION Wednesday 10 meetings 10 - 12.30 pm Tutor: Lindsay Kyle 85, 42.50 We will explore different subjects, styles and media to create exciting compositions. Please bring good-quality A3 drawing paper and pencils, charcoal etc. Other materials will be available at a small cost. From 10 April Ground Floor 327su WATERCOLOUR FLOWERS Wednesday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Beccy Roberts 68, 34 Painting Flowers in watercolour is a wonderfully relaxing hobby. This course is aimed at students with little or no experience with watercolours and will take you gently through all the basic steps. From 10 April

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312su PAINT WORKSHOP GROUP Wednesday 10 meetings 7.00 - 9.30 pm Leader: Paula Jones 28 Please enquire for vacancies. From 10 April Ground Floor 415su WATERCOLOUR PAINTING Thursday 10 meetings 7.00 - 9.00 pm Tutor: Andrew Michaelsmith 68, 34 Continuation of intermediate level watercolour class. From 11 April Ground Floor 503su ART WORKSHOP Friday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Mike Ivens 68, 34 Students will have the opportunity to use a variety of media, and through visual observation, will be encouraged to develop their individual projects in a relaxed friendly class. From 12 April Ground Floor 504su PAINTING IN THE SPIRIT OF THE MASTERS Friday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Lindsay Kyle 68, 34 Using the work of some of the greatest painters in history as our inspiration we will make our own paintings come to life. Individual tuition will be given on all aspects of use of colour, brush technique and composition. From 12 April 505su PAINTING WITH BECCY Friday 10 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: Beccy Roberts 68, 34 Would you like to learn to paint in a relaxed and informal environment? This is the class for you! Experiment with acrylic, watercolours and oils. Learn techniques from colour mixing to blending and glazing, lots of expert tuition, progress at your own pace, develop your own individual style! From 12 April * GUILDHOUSE PAINTING GROUP Thursday 7.30 pm. Phone Joy on 567457 See Clubs & Groups section.

ART HISTORY
NEW CHATSWORTH AND THE CAVENDISH FAMILY 1550-1850 Thursday 7 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Gillian White 48, 24 Since the Elizabethan age the Cavendish family has moved in and out of the pages of history, sometimes making its mark with scandal, sometimes with politics, sometimes with learning, and always with style. This course introduces some of the most intriguing members of the family, from Bess of Hardwick to the Bachelor Duke. You will meet dutiful wives, mistresses, philosophers, soldiers, politicians, collectors, builders and the most dissolute man in London. At the heart of the story stands Chatsworth House in Derbyshire and well look at the development of the building alongside the story of its owners. From 11 April
424su 506su BRITISH PAINTING IN THE EIGHTEENTH CENTURY Friday 7 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: Richard Yeomans 48, 24 This course of seven slide lectures will look at British painting from Hogarth to the beginnings of Romanticism. Themes covered will include, history painting, landscape and portraiture, as well as single lectures featuring Hogarth, Reynolds, Gainsborough, Joseph Wright, Stubbs and Morland. From 12 April - No meeting 3,17 May

HOW TO ENROL
The office will be open every weekday during term time 9.00 am - 4.00 pm The office will be open from 3rd April for enrolment and enquiries Term starts on 8th April 2013 Half term is 27th - 31st May inclusive Guildhouse will be closed

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CRAFTS
116su FLOWER ARRANGING Monday 8 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Anna Smith 55, 27.50 A mixed ability course, using summer flowers and foliage a varied selection of designs will be created. Students to provide flowers, foliage, oasis, containers and scissors each week as appropriate for the designs. Plus something waterproof to work on. From 15 April LATE START 313su FLOWER ARRANGING Wednesday 9 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Anna Smith 62, 31 An advanced flower arranging class. Students will be encouraged to create a wide selection of design, using seasonal flowers and foliage. Please note that this course takes place at Cotesbach Village Hall, Cotesbach. From 17 April LATE START Ground Floor 118su UPHOLSTERY Monday 10 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: Ruth Brewin 68, 34 Breathe new life into tired chairs, and other items of furniture. Some materials can be purchased from the tutor. Basic tools will be provided. Some limited storage space may be available at the Guildhouse. From 8 April Ground Floor 119su EMBROIDERY CIRCLE Monday 10 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Leader: Jean Riley 20 No Concessions A learn-from-one another group with no tutor. From 8 April 315su JEWELLERY MAKING: BEADWORK & WIREWORK - All Levels Wednesday 10 meetings 10 - 12 noon Tutor: Helen Dugdale 68, 34 Suitable for beginners and students with experience in beadwork. During the course, we will be developing techniques and introducing new ideas, using a variety of beads, threads and wire to create individual pieces of jewellery. From 10 April 316su JEWELLERY MAKING: BEADWORK & WIREWORK - All Levels Wednesday 10 meetings 7.00 - 9.00 pm Tutor: Helen Dugdale 68, 34 This class is suitable for beginners and students with previous experience in beadwork. During the 12

course, we will be developing techniques previously covered in the beginners class and introducing some more both new and traditional techniques, using a variety of beads, threads and wire to create individual pieces of jewellery. From 10 April 330su HARDANGER EMBROIDERY FOR BEGINNERS NEW & REFRESHERS Wednesday 5 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: Ilke Cochrane 34, 17 This Norwegian needlework technique is based around satin stitch and cutwork. Yes, you will be cutting holes in your stitching - but dont worry, it is not nearly so scary as it sounds! Well start with the basic stitches, then introduce small cut areas, and by the end of the course youll be surprised at the delicate work you are producing. This course is ideal for people who have never done Hardanger before as well as for those who would like to refresh their knowledge of the basics. A pack containing all the material for the course (except hoop & scissors) is available from the tutor at 9.50 (6 embroidery hoop separately available at 2). Please indicate whether you require a pack and/or hoop when enrolling. From 10 April KNITTING CLUB - A CRAFT TO SHARE Our informal group meets every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month 1.30 - 3.30 pm. All levels of ability, including new learners welcome. (Also associated crafts, e.g. crochet) Contact Sue Hunter 01788 576440 or Sue Goodchild 01788 891806

HAVE YOU TRIED OUR TASTY LUNCH MENU

Come and try our lunchtime menu. All dishes are prepared fresh everyday and can be served as required. Try our home-made soups, lasagne, cottage pie and vegetarian choices, salads and sandwiches, cakes and biscuits all at competitive prices. Place your order in the Coffee Lounge before your class starts.

MUSIC & DANCE

Please note all Belly Dance classes take place at Rugby United Reformed Church, Hillmorton Road. 120su BELLY DANCE - Beginners - Continuation Monday 10 meetings 6.00 - 7.30 pm Tutor: Lynne Chapman 51, 25.50 Discover the benefits of this colourful form of dance and enjoy the music, rhythm and cultural background. Suitable for complete beginners and those with just a little experience. From 8 April Ground Floor 218su BELLY DANCE - Intermediate Tuesday 11 meetings 6.00 - 7.30 pm Tutor: Lynne Chapman 57, 28.50 For those with at least one years experience of belly dance. From 9 April Ground Floor 121su BELLY DANCE - Advanced Monday 10 meetings 7.45 - 9.15 pm Tutor: Lynne Chapman 51, 25.50 For those with at least two years experience of belly dance. From 8 April Ground Floor 219su BELLY DANCE - Advanced Tuesday 11 meetings 7.45 - 9.15 pm Tutor: Lynne Chapman 57, 28.50 For students with at least two years experience of belly dance. From 9 April Ground Floor FRIDAY SINGERS CLUB Friday 1.00-3.00 pm meets weekly from 12th April. A choir at 1.00 pm and a self-help club at 2.00 pm that encourages singers to practise their solos in a friendly supportive group. For more details phone Linden Osborn on 01788 574763

HEALTH
EXERCISE FOR THE OLDER ADULT Tuesday 10 meetings 221su 10.30 - 11.30 am 222su 11.30 - 12.30 pm Tutor: Jill Robson 34, 17 Two separate sessions. Exercise and physical activity are amongst the healthiest things you can do for yourself. The sessions are fun and friendly. Please note that these courses take place at Rugby Methodist Church Centre, Russelheim Way. From 9 April Ground Floor 318su MEDITATION CONTINUED (On Chair) Wednesday 10 meetings 1.30 - 3.00 pm Tutor: Kailash Mistry 51, 25.50 Take a step further into your meditation practice whether you have little experience of meditation or more. We will start with a short relaxation followed by healing meditation using sound, breath awareness and energy vibrations through your own energy channels. This practice will allow you to take a journey inward with amazing experiences of discovering your body, vital energy, emotions, mind, intuition and true self. Enjoy an increased sense of peace and well-being. From 10 April 417su PILATES - Beginners Continuation Thursday 10 meetings 9.30 - 10.30 am Tutor: Petina Barnes 34, 17 Pilates is a gentle exercise program designed to improve your overall strength, flexibility, coordination and balance. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels. From 11 April Ground Floor 418su PILATES - Improvers Thursday 10 meetings 10.45 - 11.45 am Tutor: Petina Barnes 34, 17 For students with some experience of Pilates. From 11 April Ground Floor

DONT FORGET THAT YOU CAN PAY BY INSTALMENTS

We are happy to accept spread payment for most 7/11 week courses if you are paying by cheque. Simply send us two cheques, one present-dated and one dated 1st May 2013 (each cheque for half the total fees). Please send all cheques with your enrolment form or letter. This facility is not available for short courses or dayschools.

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419su PILATES - All Levels Thursday 10 meetings 12.00 - 1.00pm Tutor: Petina Barnes 34, 17 Pilates will improve your posture, increase your range of movement and help with co-ordination and balance. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels. From 11 April Ground Floor 420su PILATES - All Levels Thursday 10 meetings 1.30 - 2.30pm Tutor: Petina Barnes 34, 17 See above. From 11 April Ground Floor HATHA YOGA FOR ALL 426su Thursday 10 meetings 7.00-8.30pm 507su Friday 10 meetings 10.00-11.30am Tutor: Kailash Mistry 69, 34.50 Two separate sessions : Hatha yoga is one of the simple and gentle exercises to help maintain good physical and mental well being. Its a non-competitive activity allowing you to work at your own pace and connect with your inner self by focusing on breathing. It has been well known for countless benefits like mental peace, improve concentration powers, a relaxed state of living and harmony in life. Suitable for complete beginners and other levels. From 11/12 April 509s MEDITATION FOR NEW BEGINNERS (On Chair) Friday 5 meetings 1.30 - 2.30 pm Tutor: Kailash Mistry 17, 8.50 Heard so much about meditation and always wanted to give it a go, then this is the class for you. Learn some simple and basic steps to help you to make a start on meditation. We start with a short relaxation followed by a guided meditation technique to allow the time and space to discover your inner self and enjoy the real peace and well being. From 12 April

GENERAL INTEREST
422su DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY FOR HOLIDAY AND TRAVEL Thursday 10 meetings 7.00 - 9.00 pm Tutor: David Harding 68, 34 We shall focus on travel and holidays. This course is open to students from previous classes,and newcomers alike. Subjects to include people architecture etc. There will also be a field trip. From 11 April 425su DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY NEW CRASH COURSE Thursday 7 meetings 1.30 - 3.30 pm Tutor: David Harding 48, 24 How to get the best from your digital camera, with plenty of opportunities for practical work. Subjects to include portraits, landscape, architecture etc. There will also be a field visit. From 11 April

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DAYSCHOOLS
There are no fee concessions for the following dayschools. Mid morning refreshments and light lunches will be available for purchase at modest prices. 601su A DEMONSTRATION OF INDIAN COOKERY Wednesday 24 April 10.00 am - 1.00 pm Demonstrator: Prabha Mistry 14 Come and find out how to make fried lentil ball curry with rice and potato masala for toastie/sandwich filling, with puries. Sample this delicious food. A small charge of 2.00 will be payable on the day. The demonstration takes place in the kitchen at the Rugby Methodist Church Centre, Russelheim Way. 602su PAPER FLOWERS AND VELLUM CRAFT Saturday 27 April 10.00am - 4.00 pm Tutor: Joanne Humphreys 22 Join in a fun workshop learning how to make paper flower decorations for all occasions, with step by step instructions for all abilities. Learn how to turn vellum sheets into paper lanterns and votive shades using embossing and paper pricking techniques. Please bring your own scissors, everything else will be provided at a charge of 1.50 payable to the tutor on the day. 603su DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS Saturday 27 April 10.00 am - 4.00 pm Tutor: David Harding 22 How to make the most from your digital camera, improve your photographic skills and learn to look at photos critically. Please bring a digital camera (any sort) and some of your photos. 604su FRENCH GRAMMAR WORKSHOP Saturday 27 April 10.00 am - 4.00 pm Tutor: Anne Jones 22 This workshop will include pronouns and prepositions. Explanations and exercises will be given on the day. This dayschool is for levels intermediate to advanced. 605su SPANISH FOR HOLIDAYS Saturday 27 April 10.00 am - 4.00 pm Tutor: Lucia Salvatierra 22 A chance to get ready for your holiday in Spain with an introduction to basic words and phrases and how to survive when ordering food,

shopping, asking directions and booking hotels. Hints and tips on getting around in Spain will also be given. Please bring a notebook and a pen. 606su THE DECORATIVE ARTS OF ISLAM Saturday 27 April 10.00 am - 4.00 pm Tutor: Richard Yeomans 22 This dayschool will present in four parts, the diversity and richness of the decorative arts of Islam.

SUMMER SCHOOLS
Tuesday 25 June - Tuesday 2 July 607su BIG WILLOW WEAVING (Baskets and Sculptures) TWO DAY WORKSHOP Tuesday 25 June & Wednesday 26 June 10.00 am - 3.30 pm Tutor: Margaret Cooper 42 For beginners and improvers, this is an opportunity to design and make stunning big willow sculptures and baskets. As this is a two day course you will be able to learn details such as different weaves, how to make lids and hinges and how to apply these techniques for different designs. A flexible approach to the workshop will allow you to make the willow work of your wildest imagination. 608su WRITING FOR PLEASURE Tuesday 25 June & Wednesday 26 June 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tutor: Kay Rainsley 40 Discover your writing talents and stimulate your brain in this fun two-day workshop. Explore new ways of approaching writing, how to get started and how to keep going. Poetry and prose will be produced for the enjoyment of those who attend. Please bring pens, paper and an open mind. 609su LEARN HOW TO DRAW - THE EASY WAY! Tuesday 25 June & Wednesday 26 June 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tutor: Beccy Roberts 40 Drawing is one of the most rewarding and relaxing pastimes of all! This is a relaxed and informal beginners workshop aimed to give you the confidence to discover the artist in you! Using simple copying exercises, lots of step by step demonstrations and plenty of one to one tuition. Materials: 2B and 4B pencils, A4 copier paper or sketch pad.

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FIGURE STUDIES IN CHARCOAL AND PASTEL Tuesday 25 June 10.00 am - 3.30 pm Tutor: Mike Ivens 21 Spend a pleasant day in a small group working from the costumed model. We will consider light, tone and colour in relation to scale and proportions when describing the human form. Bring along materials i.e. soft pastels, charcoal and A2 pastel paper. Please note there will be a charge of 4.00 on the day towards the hire of a model. Suitable for all levels of ability. 611su ASTRONOMY FOR BEGINNERS Tuesday 25 June 10.00 am - 3.30 pm Tutor: Dr. Johanna Fleur Jarvis 21 If youre new to astronomy and would like to gain a basic knowledge of a wide variety of topics this dayschool is for you. Throughout the day we will focus upon different aspects of practical astronomy (understanding star charts, choosing & using a telescope) and introduce you to some of the stunning objects visible in our night sky. Students are encouraged to engage in discussion and ask questions throughout this interactive dayschool. 612su STARS AND GALAXIES IN OUR UNIVERSE Wednesday 26 June 10.00 am - 3.30 pm Tutor: Dr. Johanna Fleur Jarvis 21 This dayschool will guide you through the evolution of a star and where to find examples of beautiful snapshots of evolution in the night sky. No prior knowledge needed and students are very much encouraged to engage in discussions and ask questions throughout this interactive dayschool. 613su HAVE FUN WITH PORTRAITS Thursday 27 June & Friday 28 June 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tutor: Lindsay Kyle 40 A two-day workshop looking at new ways of using light, shade and colour to create an expressive portrait. We will work in charcoal to create preliminary sketches then work up a finished portrait in oils or acrylics. Please bring drawing materials and paints plus an A3 canvas. 614su LA CHANSON FRANAISE Friday 28 June 10.00 am - 3.30 pm Tutor: Anne Jones 21 Happy and light entertaining day looking at La Chanson from Piaf to contemporary French singers with DVDs and videos. Come and sing along! 16

615su

UPHOLSTERY TWO DAY WORKSHOP Friday 28 June & Monday 1July 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tutor: Ruth Brewin 40 This two-day workshop is for those who are interested in upholstery and would like to learn some techniques. Within the two days you should be able to upholster a stool, small box, a small chair or a drop in seat. You will need to bring along your project you would like to work on. Upholstery materials can be purchased from the tutor apart from foam but details will be supplied on where to obtain this from. No need to buy any tools or equipment as the tutor can supply for your use on the day. Please ensure that any wooden frames are intact and able to withstand the re-upholstering process. 616su A GERMAN TASTER Tuesday 2 July 10.00 am - 3.30 pm Tutor: David Harding 21 Fancy a trip to a German speaking country? The Oktoberfest is in September! Take the plunge and learn some simple conversational German, which will be presented in an entertaining yet informative manner. 617su 1570 - A EUROPEAN MUSICAL TOUR Tuesday 2 July 10.00 am - 3.30 pm Tutor: Val Brodie 21 Join a summer trip round Europe! Pack your instruments, (strings, renaissance wind, recorders) and dont forget to bring a stand! Singers needed too (SATB) - you will need to be able to sight-read as the music of the great palaces and churches is sophisticated polyphony. We travel first to the Court of Bavaria in Munich to catch up with the incomparable Olando di Lassus and his visitor Andrea Gabrielli. Well play some dance music from streets, carnivals and celebrations as we travel on to Spain. Next we head up through France where women could sing on the stage, stop off in Antwerp where Susatos shop and publishing house At the sign of the crumhorn is thriving, before getting a boat to London where Tallis and Byrd (and many talented Italian immigrants) are serenading Queen Elizabeth. Term starts on 8th April 2013 Half term is 27th - 31st May inclusive Guildhouse will be closed

CLUBS & GROUPS

RUGBY FAMILY HISTORY GROUP. Mondays 7.30 pm, Monthly at PGH. - New members welcome. Contact Tim Weedon 01455 552251 or Peter Davies 01788 810630. RUGBY FAMILY HISTORY COMPUTER GROUP. Last Friday of each month 7.30 pm. Contact Peter Davies 01788 810630. RUGBY AND DISTRICT PHILATELIC SOCIETY. Mondays 7.00 pm fortnightly. Contact Mike Whittaker 01788 817892. LOCAL HISTORY RESEARCH GROUP. Tuesdays 7.00 pm 9 April. Contact Christine Hancock, Rugby 01788 576287. LATIN READING GROUP. Tuesdays 7.00 pm 9 April. Contact John King, Rugby 01788 573067 YOGA FOR HEALTH. Wednesdays 7.00 pm 10 April. Contact Greg Shore, Rugby 01788 572020. THE GUILDHOUSE PAINTING GROUP. Thursday 7.30 pm. Contact Joy Abbis, Rugby 01788 567457 THE CONVERSATIONAL BRIDGE CLUB. Thursdays 7.00 pm from 11 April. Contact Ted Major Rugby 01788 543272. IMPROVERS BRIDGE CLUB. Fridays 10.00 am from 12 April. Contact Ted Major Rugby 01788 543272. THE FRIENDLY BRIDGE CLUB. Fridays 1.30 pm from 12 April. Contact Ted Major, Rugby 01788 543272 KNITTING CLUB. 2nd & 4th Friday of the month 1.30 - 3.30pm. Contact: Sue Hunter 01788 576440 or Sue Goodchild 01788 891806. FRIDAY SINGERS CLUB. Friday 1.00-3.00 pm meets weekly from 12 April. A choir at 1.00 pm and a self-help club at 2.00 pm that encourages singers to practice their solos in a friendly supportive group. For more details phone Linden Osborn on 01788 574763

ROOMS FOR HIRE

For regular or occasional meetings at modest rates. Enquire weekday 9.00 am - 4.00 pm.

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What is the Guildhouse?

The Percival Guildhouse is Rugbys Independent Centre for Adult Education and the Arts. It provides morning, afternoon and evening classes in a wide variety of non-vocational subjects, and a range of special events such as the popular Saturday day schools and art visits. It is a rare example in the Country of a centre with a full programme of non-vocational adult education. The Guildhouse is a registered charity. A board of volunteer trustees, the Executive Committee have responsibility for its governance. The trustees are elected by the Guildhouse membership at each annual general meeting. Day-to-day management, including administration and development of the academic programme, is carried out by a small team of employed staff, assisted by members of the Executive Committee. Class tutors are qualified professionals or recognised authorities in their subjects. Membership of the Guildhouse automatically includes anyone who enrols on a course, who belongs to a Guildhouse group or member organisation, who is a class tutor, or is a volunteer who helps and supports the Guildhouse in the furtherance of its work. More details of Guildhouse membership are available from the office.

Are you looking for a fresh interest? Your help is needed! We are looking for new Guildhouse Trustees
Trustees share the overall responsibility of the business, the charity and the building and meet about nine times each academic year to discuss policies and strategies related to the running of our adult education centre. Do you have a few spare hours to help us maintain the special place in Rugbys social heritage which The Percival Guildhouse has filled for so many years? Your reward will be the satisfaction of knowing that you are helping this unique and friendly centre to meet the Life-Long Learning needs of Rugbys people. We shall be happy to supply more information. Please contact our Centre Manager, Mrs Elaine Faller, in the office Tel 01788 542467