'Bueno lingo Italia'

Every Thursday starts 28 Feb for 10 wks, 7pm to 9pm at Fulford School

Learn to introduce yourself in Italian and give your nationality, read a cafe menu and order something to eat and drink, all in a fun and informative environment. 

Cost: £85

Booking details:- please contact  01904 552806 or visit www.yortime.org.uk

York’s historic symbols and legends

Thu 28 Feb, 5.30pm to 7.30pm at Explore York Library Learning Centre

Go on a journey of discovery to uncover the hidden myths and legends behind the many varied symbols in this historic city. Using local examples investigate the meaning of ancient and medieval carvings, coats of arms and shop signs and uncover the often curious stories that surround them. Along the way meet a colourful cast of characters including mystic prophets, inspired artists, conspiring crooks and a host of ghosts.

You’ll get the chance to practise your symbol spotting skills, have a go at hieroglyphics and design your own coats-of-arms or logo.

The course will give you more insight into how symbols, myths and legends are used generally, and will enhance your enjoyment of visits to historic sites in York and beyond.

Cost: £50 (concessions may apply)

Booking details:- please contact 01904 552806 or visit www.yortime.org.uk

Shout it out

Every Monday starting Mon 25 Feb (10 wk course), 7pm to 9pm

Discovering your confidence and clarity of voice.

Sessions will have a comfortable feel where each member of the course will be able to create a personalized learning plan. We will practice techniques ranging from brief, 5-second speeches to longer speeches of five minutes. We will view powerful speeches via film clips and online resources, and discuss the strengths and weaknesses of these presentations. The course will be highly interactive, but in a welcoming, safe, and fun manner!.

Cost: £95

Booking details:- Please contact 01904 552806 or visit www.yortime.org.uk

Make do and mend, vintage style

Starts Mon 25 Feb, 7pm to 9pm (5 wk course) at York High School

Design and make small pieces of textiles, such as bags and accessories. Techniques will include patchwork, quilting, appliqué and beading. Teaching and learning will be based on a variety of methods and these will include tutor presentation, various demonstrations and one to one personalised guidance.

Cost: £50 (concessions may apply)

Booking details:-  Please contact  01904 552806 or visit www.yortime.org.uk

Paving the way

Tue 26 Feb, 1pm to 3pm at Rowntree Park

Due to flooding we have been unable to do any work in the park this winter.  Tasks will be dependent on the ground conditions but we would like to resurface and re edge the bark chip paths, cut back the footpath edges and have a general tidy up.

All tools will be provided but please come prepared to get a bit muddy. 

Cost: Free 

If you would like more information or to let us know you plan to come along please contact Jenny Cairns on 07833 436832 or jennifer.cairns@york.gov.uk

Silver sparkles

Every Monday 25 Feb to 25 Mar, 7pm to 9pm at Huntington School

Come along to this 5 wk course to learn traditional techniques of how to make beautiful pieces of jewellery for you to keep or give away as a present.

Cost: £55 (concessions may apply)

Additional costs:- expect to spend between £20/£30 on silver to complete jewellery projects during the course.

Course suitable for all levels of abilities -  beginners/improvers.

Booking details: contact 01904 552806 or visit www.yortime.org.uk

Viking incursion

Sat 23 Feb, 2pm to 3pm at Explore York Library Learning Centre

King Aethelred II, long remembered as 'the Unready', reigned during one of the most traumatic periods in Anglo-Saxon history.  His rule saw wave upon wave of Viking incursions which depleted English resources and morale, tested regional loyalties, and eventually brought Aethelred's expulsion and Danish rule over England. 

This lecture will present an overview of the Viking raids and battles which pressed the resolve of the English as shown in contemporary documents and literature, and consider the reign of Aethelred II as a precursor to the end of the Viking and Anglo-Saxon Age.

To book a place (cost: £4), please contact Explore York on 01904 552828 or exploreyork@york.gov.uk or book online through the Inspire website, www.feelinginspired.co.uk