For those who are comfortable speaking French but are not necessarily fluent. The emphasis will be on spoken French on topics suggested by members, with grammar input from time to time.
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Canasta Club
The Canasta Club was formed in May. The manager at the Fitz is likely to change and our future there is dependent on the new manager. If you are interested in joining us, do get in touch with Michael.
Creative Writing Group
This will be a small group for those interested in writing ‘substantial’ pieces of creative written work: novels or novellas, although shorter works such as short stories would be covered.
We would discuss some aspect of the writing process and reinforce it with exercises. Participants, who need no previous skill level, would review each other’s submissions.
Poetry Group 2
A poetry study group where each member takes it in turns to choose and give a short presentation on a poet, leading to further readings and discussions of that poet’s work by all members.
A Non – Religious History of Christianity
This is a non-religious factual History.
French Discussion 2
The group explores current affairs in France and French-speaking countries. The sessions will be in French. For members with at least a good A-level in French.
Ce nouveau groupe s’adresse aux membres qui ont un bon niveau de français, un niveau B2 selon le Cadre Européen Commun de Référence pour les Langues (CEFR). Il s’agit d’un groupe de discussion dans lequel nous aborderons des thèmes de société actuels et pertinents qui seront choisis ensemble et déterminés à l’avance. Nous utiliserons de courts articles de presse ou clips comme point de départ de nos discussions. Les participants devront être capables de communiquer leurs idées spontanément. Nous réserverons quelques moments à l’acquisition de points de vocabulaire et grammaire précis. Les participants auront l’opportunité de préparer de courtes présentations s’ils le désirent.
Philosophy
This group will start with a basic introduction to philosophy.
Drawing group
This group is starting in the Autumn. No previous nexperience is necessary.
Tai Chi – an introduction
An 8 week course to introduce a short form of Tai Chi consisting of 17 moves especially designed for older people. Meeting every Tuesday morning from 11am to 12 noon at Cornerstone Community Centre Church Road Hove.By the end of the 8 weeks, group members should be able to use this sequence of moves to help develop and maintain balance, control and flexibility of movement.Tai Chi requires an ability to stand and walk unaided but is appropriate for all levels of fitness. Please wear loose clothes and flat shoes.
Unfortunately this course is fully subscribed.
Hove Book Group B
This is a new group.
This friendly and informal group meets monthly to discuss a wide range of books, chosen by members of the group.
Meetings will be on Tuesdays at the Convenors house.