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SUMMARY:Expressive Watercolours Online
DESCRIPTION:Watercolour is an exciting and versatile medium. During this course we aim to explore this versatility playing with colour and a host of different techniques such as laying washes\, wet-in-wet\, sponging. We will also look at how to put a successful picture together through a range of different subjects from flowers to landscapes with the aim of producing pictures we can enjoy creating and be proud of!
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/expressive-watercolours-online/
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts Course
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SUMMARY:Expressive Watercolours
DESCRIPTION:Watercolour is an exciting and versatile medium. During this course we aim to explore this versatility playing with colour and a host of different techniques such as laying washes\, wet-in-wet\, sponging. We will also look at how to put a successful picture together through a range of different subjects from flowers to landscapes with the aim of producing pictures we can enjoy creating and be proud of! An intermediate level course. \nPlease bring any related materials that you have.  The idea is to make the most of what you have got. \nNo Session 27th May (Half Term)
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/expressive-watercolours/
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts Course
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T121500
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SUMMARY:Patch to Quilt - Build your quilting confidence one stitch at a time
DESCRIPTION:A relaxed\, informal class to learn the skills of machine patchwork and quilting and add a little design pizazz along the way!  A range of techniques will be covered including rotary cutting\, getting the best from your sewing machine\, colour choices\, machine piecing and quilting\, and basic construction methods. There will be a fresh project each term which can be used to make a quilt\, wall-hanging\, or smaller project – or you can bring your own project.  All levels of experience are welcome.\nFind out more at https://bit.ly/4l58H9e \nNo session 26th May Half Term
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/patch-to-quilt-build-your-quilting-confidence-one-stitch-at-a-time-2/
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260713T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
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SUMMARY:Get Writing for All with Elizabeth Barber - Monday Morning
DESCRIPTION: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 the group for those who find this helpful. Students can enrol at any half term\, with most students continuing throughout the year.
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/get-writing-for-all-monday-morning-01-06-2026/
CATEGORIES:Humanities Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T144500
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
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SUMMARY:Abstract Painting
DESCRIPTION: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 each week to aid as reference material. This course is ideal for beginners and amateur artists who want to experiment with materials and ideas further. \nPlease bring overalls\, pencil\, basics acrylic set\, paper palette\, palette knife\, paper or canvas. Materials will be discussed in the first lesson\, so don’t worry about having everything at the first session. Kits are something that you build over time.  Every kit is unique to the artist.
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/abstract-painting/
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
CREATED:20260212T233559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T110141Z
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SUMMARY:Writing your Memoirs with Sharon Priestley
DESCRIPTION:Have you thought about writing your life story but are concerned that you will not know how? If so\, this course is for you. In a supportive atmosphere\, you will be offered suggestions designed to give you confidence in writing even if you have never done anything like this before. You may find that this writing project is more worthwhile (and fun) than you imagined. Students will have the opportunity to read some of their work aloud\, and all feedback will be given in a spirit of positivity and encouragement. Experienced and beginning writers are all welcome!
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/writing-your-memoirs-01-06-2026/
CATEGORIES:Humanities Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
CREATED:20260212T233548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T093043Z
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SUMMARY:Get Writing for All with Elizabeth Barber - Tuesday Morning
DESCRIPTION: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 the group for those who find this helpful. Students can enrol at any half term\, with most students continuing throughout the year.
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/get-writing-for-all-tuesday-morning-02-06-2026/
CATEGORIES:Humanities Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T144500
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T121928Z
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SUMMARY:Applied Arts with Callum Abbott
DESCRIPTION:This Art Club focuses on experimentation with a wide range of materials and mixed media. The tutor will provide inspiring ideas and direction on technique. Each class begins with demonstrations\, and you are then encouraged to develop ideas and allow your work to take on its own unique style. This course leads you to working on many different surfaces and allows you to explore what’s possible when you combine different and unconventional materials to produce incredible outcomes. \nPlease bring Overalls\, Pencil\, basics acrylic set\, paper palette\, palette knife\, paper or canvas. Materials will be discussed in the first lesson\, so don’t worry about having everything at the first session. Kits are something that you build over time. Every kit is unique to the artist. \n 
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/applied-arts/
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
CREATED:20260212T233526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T115317Z
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SUMMARY:Woven Tapestry - Tuesday Evening
DESCRIPTION: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 skills while giving in-depth insight into the world of woven tapestry.
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/woven-tapestry-tuesday/
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
CREATED:20260212T233550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T180738Z
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SUMMARY:Get Writing for All with Adrian Poynton - Tuesday Evening
DESCRIPTION: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 the group for those who find this helpful. Students can enrol at any half term\, with most students continuing throughout the year.
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/get-writing-for-all-with-adrian-poynton-tuesday-evening-02-06-2026/
CATEGORIES:Humanities Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
CREATED:20260212T233549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T092945Z
UID:10001186-1780480800-1783512000@www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk
SUMMARY:Get Writing for All with Elizabeth Barber - Wednesday Morning
DESCRIPTION: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 the group for those who find this helpful. Students can enrol at any half term\, with most students continuing throughout the year.
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/get-writing-for-all-wednesday-morning-03-06-2026/
CATEGORIES:Humanities Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
CREATED:20260212T233512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T092336Z
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SUMMARY:Contemporary Basketry for all abilities
DESCRIPTION:This mixed-ability basketry course is contemporary in its’ approach and will use a wide variety of natural materials. \nBeginners will start with simple forms on which to explore a range of basic techniques and material processes. \nImprovers will build on their experience thus far\, learning to manipulate and apply basketry techniques to new and sometimes experimental materials. Exploration of surface and form is at the core of learners’ creative outcomes. \nSuitable for all abilities
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/contemporary-basketry-for-all-abilities/
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T125000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T145000
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
CREATED:20260212T233532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T091802Z
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SUMMARY:The Sketchbook
DESCRIPTION:The Sketchbook course is an ideal course for anyone wishing to explore an idea or theme in greater detail. The course will allow you to develop drawings\, prints and painting studies in an array of different mediums and techniques all guided by the tutor throughout. \nThe course is also ideal for those wishing to strengthen and develop further ideas for determining future projects for example paintings or writing. \nYou will be provided a hardback concertina sketchbook to develop and work through to create the visual narrative. \nThe sketchbook can be displayed and treasured once completed. \nPlease bring a pencil\, a fine-line pen\, and a basic watercolour set and brushes.
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/the-sketchbook/
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
CREATED:20260212T233552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T180642Z
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SUMMARY:Get Writing for All with Adrian Poynton - Wednesday Evening
DESCRIPTION: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 the group for those who find this helpful. Students can enrol at any half term\, with most students continuing throughout the year.
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/get-writing-for-all-with-adrian-poynton-wednesday-evening-03-06-2026/
CATEGORIES:Humanities Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T144500
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
CREATED:20260212T233534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T091851Z
UID:10001148-1780576200-1783608300@www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk
SUMMARY:Oil Painting
DESCRIPTION:The Thursday afternoon 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 and still life. Current and past painters will be discussed in class also for inspiration.
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/oil-painting-04-06-2026/
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
CREATED:20260212T233554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T105753Z
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SUMMARY:Topics in Psychology with Lesley Ayres
DESCRIPTION:Why do different individuals see things differently? \nWhat influences what we see and how our memory works? \nAre we reliable witnesses? \nSome topics that be considered in this course: \n– Cognitive Psychology – how do we learn things?\n– Memory – how it works (or not in some cases)\n– Perception – do we all see the same thing?\n– Moral Development – Right vs Wrong?\n– Autism and the Theory of Mind\n– Eye Witness Testimony – how we think we know what we see (or do we?)
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/topics-in-psychology-04-06-2026/
CATEGORIES:Humanities Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
CREATED:20260212T233557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T103441Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Garden Design
DESCRIPTION:A course for all garden lovers wishing to explore further about garden design. Create either a large or small project\, learn how best to plant up boarders & pots\, to making the best of your existing garden\, no matter its size.\nYou will understand have to create a scale plan of your garden ideas showing plant positions and any existing features.\nNo garden is too small or too big to create a perfect design.
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/exploring-garden-design/
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
CREATED:20260316T115400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T103336Z
UID:10001238-1780740000-1783771200@www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk
SUMMARY:Collage Club with Callum Abbott
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Callum Abbott on a journey to find freedom through art\, develop your own personal style and learn how to combine mediums and materials to create unique works of art. We will be exploring abstract drawing\, collage and painting and will delve into colour\, composition and technique. \n 
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/collage-club-with-callum-abbott-06-06-2026/
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260720T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T003225
CREATED:20260212T233524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T091020Z
UID:10001170-1781515800-1784548800@www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk
SUMMARY:Watercolours
DESCRIPTION:This opportunity is for anyone wishing to explore watercolours\, from beginner to the more experienced painter.\nWe will be looking at different theories\, and practical applications\, exploring this versatile medium. We will find our preferred technique and develop our personal style. From portraits to florals\, landscapes to botanical\, we will delve into subjects working from supplied copyright free images and be guided through to a finished painting. \n 
URL:https://www.letchworthsettlement.org.uk/event/watercolours/
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts Course
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