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An Introduction to Art Appreciation (KEN24T100)

Arts and Crafts

Explore different ways to look at and discuss art, giving you a richer understanding of artworks from across the ages.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 16 May 2025

Number of weeks: 2

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Kendal Cancer Care

Full fee: £24.00
Concessionary fee: £12.00
Staff fee: £20.40

An Introduction to Physical Photoshop (KEN24T099)

Arts and Crafts

Experiment with different ways to physically alter photographs, using a range of materials and techniques to create fun effects.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 16 May 2025

Number of weeks: 2

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Kendal Cancer Care

Full fee: £24.00
Concessionary fee: £12.00
Staff fee: £20.40

Android Smartphone for Improvers (KEN24T148)

Digital Skills

The emphasis of this course is about Apps that we use in a ‘typical day’ scenario, such as a day out by train, city break by car, using Google maps as Satnav, online groceries and many more!

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 11 July 2025

Number of weeks: 2

Time: 12:30 - 15:30

Venue: Windermere Library

Free Course

Beginners Drawing and Painting - An Introduction to Mixed Media (KEN24T081)

Arts and Crafts

Learn how to combine a range of painting and drawing techniques to create expressive artwork.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 29 April 2025

Number of weeks: 11

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Kendal Cancer Care

Full fee: £141.00
Concessionary fee: £75.00
Staff fee: £121.20

Beginners Painting: Book Illustrations (KEN24T101)

Arts and Crafts

Dive into the world of book illustration and learn how to bring stories to life through your artwork.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 6 June 2025

Number of weeks: 5

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Kendal Cancer Care

Full fee: £63.00
Concessionary fee: £33.00
Staff fee: £54.00

Beginners Painting: Landscapes (KEN24T102)

Arts and Crafts

Discover the art of painting landscapes with watercolours and acrylics.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 6 June 2025

Number of weeks: 5

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Kendal Cancer Care

Full fee: £63.00
Concessionary fee: £33.00
Staff fee: £54.00

Computers for the Absolute Beginner - An Introduction to IT (KEN24T149)

Digital Skills

This course is designed for those absolute beginners who want an introduction to using digital devices. Learn to understand the terminology, what are input and output devices, how to create folders and store documents. Be able to create, edit, save and print simple documents using Word and Excel. Be able to navigate your way safely around the internet and how to send an email.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 2 May 2025

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Windermere Library

Free Course

ESOL - First Steps into English - Term 2 (KEN24T110)

ESOL

This course is for learners with little experience of speaking, reading and writing English. The course helps you to speak with other people and be able to get help with everyday events and local facilities.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 23 April 2025

Number of weeks: 12

Time: 11:30 - 14:30

Venue: Kendal Cancer Care

Free Course

Spanish Beginners (Summer) (KEN24T084)

Languages

This is a fabulous class for those want to learn a new language or those who want to re-learn a language from scratch. We have excellent Tutors who will help you achieve. Please note this course is designed to be delivered over a full academic year, covering three terms. If you wish to join the course in term 2 or term 3 please contact the centre to arrange an initial assessment to check that this is the right course and level for you. We will also ask the course tutor to contact you to discuss your current level and any previous language learning you have undertaken, again to ensure that the course is appropriate and that you will have an enjoyable and high quality learning experience with the service.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 24 April 2025

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Grange Library

Full fee: £72.00
Concessionary fee: £36.00
Staff fee: £61.20