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FINDING MY VOICE: BUILDING MY SELF-ESTEEM
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomUsing humanistic theories, we will explore self-esteem levels through held values, feelings, levels of respect and behaviours. The concept of an inner-critic and 'imposter syndrome' - influence and impact will
A DAY OF MEDIEVAL MUSIC AND DANCE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomSuitable for musicians and dancers who would like to learn Medieval music and dance. If you have secure playing and music reading skills on your instrument, you will enjoy playing
COLOUR ANALYSIS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA dip into the process of colour analysis, exploring colour theories and qualities and how colour analysis systems have developed over the years. There will be some group exercises where
LOST CUMBRIA ON FILM
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomJoin us as we embark on a time travelling adventure with producers from Cumbria Film Archive. Their rare films, going back well over a century, mean you will enjoy a
SUNDAY LECTURE: Understanding the Anthropocene
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThe Anthropocene is the proposed new phase of Earth’s history that tries to articulate how humans shape the Earth system. But what is the Anthropocene, why does it matter so
FINDING MY VOICE: HOW I RELATE TO OTHERS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThis session offers an introduction to understanding how individuals behave in relationships. Using Transactional Analysis concepts, we will explore how learned behaviours become repeated and how we can begin to
TALK & TEA: A PHILOSOPHER’S GUIDE TO BOREDOM
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomIn this talk we will explore insights from Bertrand Russell and Fernando Pessoa. Russell views boredom as a barrier to happiness, urging us to seek meaningful pursuits, while Pessoa invites
UPHOLSTERY WORKSHOP
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomYou will learn to strip a small item of furniture (e.g. a drop in dining seat or dining chair, stool), tackle interior paddings and rebuild it using traditional or modern
A VERY SPECIAL WOODWIND RECITAL
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomAn hour of memorable musical performances, held in the intimate setting of our wonderful oak-floored Lecture Room. (One hour, no interval). Laurence Perkins (Bassoon), Philippa Davies (Flute), Colin Honour (Clarinet),
SUNDAY LECTURE: TREES, FAIRIES AND ECOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVES IN THE WORK OF BEATRIX POTTER
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThis talk will explore Beatrix Potter’s importance as an ecological writer, looking at how her work encourages early ecological awareness and what is now called ‘nature literacy’ in young readers.