Coming Up...

...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 $60 (includes GST)

Date: Wednesday 2-Apr-2025
Duration: 4 weeks
Time: 1:00pm for 4 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 1
Status: Open

NOTICE: Basic Mahjong knowledge required! Explore Western Mahjong, a streamlined and exciting version of the classic game! Designed for those already familiar with any Mahjong variant, this style simplifies scoring while keeping the strategy and thrill intact. If you know the basics of tile-matching and hand-building, you're ready to dive into Western rules. Get started today!

Membership not required
Cost $10 (includes GST)

Date: Thursday 3-Apr-2025
Duration: 4 weeks
Time: 1:00pm for 4 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 3
Status: 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 $25 (includes GST)

Date: Saturday 5-Apr-2025
Duration: Single session
Time: 8:15am for Single session
Venue: SPLC Room 1, Room 3, Room 4, Room 5, Library, Tea Room
Status: 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. This list will be shared with participants so that if desired, she/he may practise prior to the Festival in Nedlands or South Perth. The winner of the Perth Festival will receive a cash prize and 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 - registrations close 22nd March.

Membership not required
Cost $85 (includes GST)

Date: Tuesday 8-Apr-2025
Duration: 3 weeks
Time: 10:00am for 3 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 1
Status: Open

Learn about basic shapes and forms and how to construct a drawing by using basic shapes. Wire frame drawings and how to use it in multiple object drawings straight line construction method. Basics of shading and gray scale. compositions and how it can be used effectively.

Membership not required
Cost $125 (includes GST)

Date: Tuesday 15-Apr-2025
Duration: 2 weeks
Time: 9:30am for 2 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 2
Status: Open

Always wanted to learn how to draw/paint with Ink? If you are a beginner then this 2 x 3 hour class will teach you all the basics of mark making, shading, brush technique and more. Tania Daymond is a practicing artist and art teacher and lives to share the joy of creativity whatever your skill set. Look forward to getting you started on your inky journey. All materials provided.

Membership not required
Cost $125 (includes GST)

Date: Wednesday 16-Apr-2025
Duration: 2 weeks
Time: 9:30am for 2 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 2
Status: Open

Always wanted to learn how to paint using Watercolours? If you are a Beginner then this 2 x 3-hour class will teach you all the basics from colour mixing, washes, wet on wet and wet on dry. Already have some experience with Watercolour? Why not join us for a refresher in all things watercolour! Teacher Tania Daymond is a practicing artist and art teacher who enjoys sharing watercolour creativity whatever your skill set. Look forward to getting you started on your Watercolour journey! ALL MATERIALS PROVIDED.

Membership not required
Cost $125 (includes GST)

Date: Thursday 17-Apr-2025
Duration: 2 weeks
Time: 9:30am for 2 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 2
Status: Open

Always wanted to learn how to paint with acrylic paints? If you are a Beginner then this 2 x 3-hour class will teach you all the basics including colour mixing, brush technique, impasto, gouache and more. Already have some acrylic experience? Why not join us for a refresher in all things acrylic? Tania is a practicing artist and art teacher and loves to share the joy of creativity whatever your skill set. Look forward to getting you started on your Acrylic painting journey! **All materials provided for beginners.

Membership required
Cost $250 (includes GST)

Date: Monday 28-Apr-2025
Duration: 10 weeks
Time: 9:30am for 10 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 2
Status: Open

This class is for those wanting to explore beautiful watercolour techniques and painting. Let Tania, a practising artist and art teacher, walk you through the process step by step at your own pace. Bring all your favourite materials to continue your creative journey while exploring all the different techniques in watercolour under Tania's guidance. This is a relaxed and welcoming class filled with laughs and learning. (Note: Labour Day public holiday on 03 March 2025)

Membership required
Cost $180 (includes GST)

Date: Monday 28-Apr-2025
Duration: 9 weeks
Time: 10:00am for 9 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 3
Status: Open

This class provides a supportive, enthusiastic and fun environment, where students participate in activities aimed at consolidating and improving their knowledge of Italian language and vocabulary, as well as of Italian culture, food, art, traditions, places and much more. The students in this class are encouraged to speak Italian as much as possible to improve their fluency and reinforce their confidence in their Italian speaking and listening. Ti aspettiamo! Note: WA Day Public Holiday on Monday 02nd June 2025

Membership required
Cost $200 (includes GST)

Date: Monday 28-Apr-2025
Duration: 10 weeks
Time: 10:00am for 10 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 5
Status: Open

Date: Thursday 1-May-2025
Duration: 10 weeks
Time: 1:00pm for 10 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 5
Status: Open

Are you a fan of classic Spanish language songs such as Besame Mucho, Guantanamera and Quizas, Quizas, Quizas? Then what better way to learn the Spanish language than by immersing yourself in the rich culture of Latin music! Spanish teacher and Latin music aficionado Alicia Zablah presents weekly classes of Spanish language learning through music. Each session, you will explore the lyrics and music of a song in Spanish, together with a guitar accompanist. (Late enrolments accepted subject to minimum 75% of full fee)

Membership required
Cost $115 (includes GST)

Date: Monday 28-Apr-2025
Duration: 8 weeks
Time: 12:30pm for 8 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 4
Status: Open (1 place remaining)

Come and learn the fundamentals of this fun and useful craft. We cover basic stitches and techniques as well as how to read patterns and charts. Learn all you need to know to get you started on creating fashionable accessories, cosy rugs and useful items for your home. In the first lesson, we will start from the very beginning with how to hold the yarn and hook, how to make your first stitches and what pitfalls to avoid. All materials for the samples you will make in class are provided (cost included in the course fee). Just come along and enjoy yourself.

Membership required
Cost $250 (includes GST)

Date: Monday 28-Apr-2025
Duration: 10 weeks
Time: 12:30pm for 10 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 2
Status: Open

This class is for those wanting to observe and explore our beautiful flora with watercolour painting. If you are a complete beginner then let Tania Daymond, a practising artist and art teacher, walk you through the process step by step and provide all the materials. If you have already dabbled then bring all your favourite materials and work at your own pace continuing your creative journey with Tania's guidance. This is a relaxed and welcoming class filled with laughs and learning. (Note: WA Day public holiday on 02 June 2025)