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...Click on an activity below for details, or visit our programme page for a complete list and to enrol into multiple activities.

Membership required
Cost $100 (includes GST)

Date Monday 11-Nov-2024
5 weeks
Time 9:30am for 5 weeks
Venue SPLC Room 5
Open

Mandarin and Chinese Culture for Fun! 你好 (Ni hao). This ongoing Mandarin course expands on previous knowledge of the language and Chinese culture. You will use pinyin; (Chinese phonetic system) to learn how to introduce yourself, greet others, ask simple questions and socialise. Cultural learning is integrated in the course to maximise the fun of learning the language. Join us and keep enjoying the fun of making festival foods (such as dumplings and Moon Cake), exploring Chinese music while learning the language!

Membership required
Cost $120 (includes GST)

Date Tuesday 12-Nov-2024
6 weeks
Time 9:00am for 6 weeks
Venue SPLC Room 1
Open

This course is designed for those that have an understanding of the French language and want to develop a more in-depth knowledge of the culture so as to be able to converse in French. You will interact with your fellow students, discussing current aspects of French life and culture.

Membership required
Cost $120 (includes GST)

Date Tuesday 12-Nov-2024
6 weeks
Time 11:00am for 6 weeks
Venue SPLC Room 1
Open

Join this class to enjoy educational and humorous discussions of all things French. Bring your own experiences and keep your French language skills alive through conversations and ongoing discovery in this supportive and convivial environment.

Membership required
Cost $120 (includes GST)

Date Tuesday 12-Nov-2024
6 weeks
Time 1:15pm for 6 weeks
Venue SPLC Room 1
Open

Fun and interactive! This French course centres around mastering everyday conversations in French. The focus is on building confidence in speaking the language and understanding how to make the language work for you. Classes are planned around listening to dialogues, understanding the language structures and grammar used, practising the pronunciation while reading the transcript. Other activities include music, movie clips and other cultural highlights.

Membership required
Cost $90 (includes GST)

Date Sunday 17-Nov-2024
Single session
Time 9:00am for Single session
Venue SPLC Room 2
Open

Explore the gentle movement of water in our "Ripples by the Sea" palette knife painting class! Learn to create dynamic, textured seascapes featuring soft waves, shimmering reflections, and the play of light on water. Perfect for all skill levels, this class will guide you in capturing the calming beauty of the ocean’s ripples with bold strokes and vibrant colors, bringing serenity to your canvas. **All materials provided**

Membership required
Cost $60 (includes GST)

Date Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 18-Nov-2024
Single session
Time 2:45pm for Single session
Venue SPLC Room 5
Open (1 place remaining)

Learn Western Mahjong in a week! Western Mahjong is derived from the ancient Chinese game, but with a wider range of hands. However it retains the simplicity that makes the game so relaxing. In this class you will learn the basics of Western Mahjong which will enable you to join the many Western Mahjong clubs around Perth. Previous knowledge of Mahjong (or other Asian styles) is recommended. Walk-ins accepted at $15 per session.

Membership required
Cost $65 (includes GST)

Date Monday 3-Feb-2025
10 weeks
Time 1:00pm for 10 weeks
Venue SPLC Room 1
Open

Cryptic crosswords are crossword puzzles in which each clue is a word puzzle in and of itself. Cryptic crosswords are popular in the United Kingdom where they originated. If you enjoy Cryptic Crosswords and you are looking to extend your knowledge by practising how to do them then come along to this club. Remember: research has shown that by keeping the brain active it will remain healthier, delay any early signs of memory loss, and help prevent Alzheimers.

Membership required
Cost $20 (includes GST)

Date Thursday 6-Feb-2025
8 weeks
Time 1:00pm for 8 weeks
Venue SPLC Room 3
Open

Feeling crafty but prefer to socialise? Join us for a chat and some quality time with your needles, hooks or hoops, and, of course, your yarn. Share your knowledge and gather some tips and tricks of the trade. This group is for those who can already knit, crochet or enjoy other crafts, and would like to relax while creating with other yarn crafters. Complimentary refreshments.

Membership not required
Cost $90 (includes GST)

Date Saturday 8-Feb-2025
13 weeks
Time 9:30am for 13 weeks
Venue SPLC Room 4
Open

For those who love the cerebral challenge and social aspect of traditional Mahjong but lack experienced peers to play with, this is the ideal session to enrol in. Join fellow enthusiasts of the fascinating game of Mahjong (both Hong Kong and Western style) in a welcoming environment that focuses on friendly social interaction and fun. Previous experience necessary. Drop-in players welcome at $7 per session, no membership required.

Membership not required
Cost $0 (includes GST)

Date Friday 14-Feb-2025
7 weeks
Time 9:30am for 7 weeks
Venue SPLC Courtyard
Open

Spring is only a few weeks away, perfect timing for the formation of our new SPLC Courtyard Green Thumbs Club! This club of avid gardeners will meet fortnightly on Friday mornings starting 23 August and help landscape the SPLC courtyard into a welcoming community space, ready for the warm weather. Come and bring your enthusiasm, gardening gloves and a trowel! We will also run a year-long plant sale stall and invite guest speakers on gardening and landscaping topics.

Membership not required
Cost $15 (includes GST)

Date Saturday 5-Apr-2025
Single session
Time 8:15am for Single session
Venue SPLC Room 2
Open

Mahjong enthusiasts throughout WA are invited to this Festival which will be in the same format as the Australasian Mahjong Festival held every year in the Eastern states since 1994. Since there is such a huge variety of different styles (Western, Chinese, etc) played throughout Australia, the organisers have distilled the competition down to a manageable list of 16 games. We have permission to use this list for our One-day Festival. This list will be shared with participants so that if desired, she/he may practise prior to the Festival. The winner of the Perth Festival will receive a cash prize of $200 which may be used towards the registration fee for the next Australiasian Mahjong Festival to be held in Rockhampton in August 2024. In addition, the winner will receive bragging rights as the WA Mahjong Champion. Morning/afternoon tea & biscuits will be provided, BYO lunch & coffee mug. Note: It's not about winning!!! The focus is on having fun and making new friends. www.mahjongwa.org.au

Membership not required
Cost $20 (includes GST)

Date Saturday 5-Apr-2025
Single session
Time 8:15am for Single session
Venue SPLC Room 1, Room 3, Room 4, Room 5, Library, Tea Room
Open

Mahjong enthusiasts throughout WA are invited to this Festival which will be in the same format as the Australasian Mahjong Festival held every year in the Eastern states since 1994. Since there is such a huge variety of different styles (Western, Chinese, etc) played throughout Australia, the organisers have distilled the competition down to a manageable list of 16 games. We have permission to use this list for our One-day Festival. This list will be shared with participants so that if desired, she/he may practise prior to the Festival. The winner of the Perth Festival will receive a cash prize of $200 which may be used towards the registration fee for the next Australiasian Mahjong Festival to be held in Rockhampton in August 2024. In addition, the winner will receive bragging rights as the WA Mahjong Champion. Morning/afternoon tea & biscuits will be provided, BYO lunch & coffee mug. Note: It's not about winning!!! The focus is on having fun and making new friends. www.mahjongwa.org.au