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  • November 2026
  • Stitching Beauty from the Everyday - Tea Bag Textiles

    Saturday 28 November
    1 day, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Alysn Midgelow-Marsden
    Explore the subtle colours and beautiful translucency of used tea bags in this tactile mixed media workshop. Learn how to layer and embellish discarded tea bags with hand stitching, beading and found objects to create a unique textile panel.
    $167.00 incl. GST
  • Watercolours - An Introduction

    Saturday 28 November
    One day, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Andrew Ockleston
    A beginner level watercolour class. All materials are included and you'll take home your own starter watercolours kit.
    $125.00 incl. GST
  • Japanese Incense Making

    Saturday 28 November
    2 hours, Sat 1:00 PM - Sat 3:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ema Frost
    Learn about incense and its history in Japan. You'll learn and make incense to take home.
    $125.00 incl. GST
  • Pickling & Preserving Workshop

    Saturday 28 November
    1 hour, 30 minutes, Sat 1:30 PM - Sat 3:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ali Bostanabad
    This workshop offers a practical and engaging opportunity for participants to learn how to pickle and preserve seasonal fruits and vegetables. The session is designed to build hands-on skills that support sustainable food practices and reduce household food waste.
    No Charge
  • Upcycled Jewellery: Feather earrings and more from inner tubes

    Sunday 29 November
    3 hours, Sun 9:30 AM - Sun 12:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ronja Schipper
    Join waste warrior Ronja Schipper (AKA re:purpose Ronja) in this fun workshop, crafting a pair of earrings and a necklace from discarded bicycle inner tube.
    $55.00 incl. GST
  • A Celebration of Plant and Pattern with Zoë Nash

    Sunday 29 November
    One day, six hours At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Zoë Nash
    Immerse yourself in a day of creativity and connection with nature in this one-day art workshop with Zoë Nash, celebrating plants and patterns. Perfect for anyone with a love of the natural world, this course encourages you to explore drawing, painting, and mixed media in fresh, playful ways.
    $135.00 incl. GST
  • A Creative Decoupage Experience – Gilded Seashells

    Sunday 29 November
    2 hours, 30 minutes, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 12:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Fabiola Morlang-Gonzalez
    Discover the beauty of transforming simple seashells into elegant, gold-accented keepsakes using the decoupage process.
    $85.00 incl. GST
  • Alcohol Ink Blooms

    Sunday 29 November
    4 hours, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 2:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Kavita Lamba
    Unleash your creativity and explore the vibrant world of alcohol ink in this hands-on four hour workshop! In Alcohol Ink Blooms, you'll learn the techniques to create stunning florals, landscapes, and even abstract designs using the dynamic and colourful medium of alcohol ink.
    $95.00 incl. GST
  • Barista: Latte Art

    Sunday 29 November
    1 day, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Isabella Brown
    This course is for those who can already use an espresso machine confidently, and now want upskill milk and pouring.
    $55.00 incl. GST
  • Carve Your Own Pounamu Māori Whale's Tooth Pendant

    Sunday 29 November
    1 day, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Maha Tomo
    Using traditional methods and also modern machinery participants will get to create a Rei Niho (whale's tooth) pendant. (Includes all materials).
    $215.00 incl. GST
  • ChatGPT Made Easy: Practical Skills for Everyday Work & Life

    Sunday 29 November
    One day, 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Jam Mayer
    This hands-on course helps you get the most out of ChatGPT for writing, planning, organising, learning, and everyday problem‑solving.
    $45.00 incl. GST
  • Crystal Macramé Jewellery – A Handmade Christmas Gift Workshop

    Sunday 29 November
    3 hours, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 1:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Yoko Onishi
    This Christmas, give a gift that comes straight from the heart, made entirely by you. In this festive hands-on workshop, you'll learn the art of micro macramé and craft your own beautifully wrapped crystal pendant. With a wonderful selection of crystals to choose from, you'll find the perfect stone for everyone on your list, each one becoming a unique, wearable piece of jewellery that's ready to gift.
    $80.00 incl. GST
  • Embossed Metal for Textile Art

    Sunday 29 November
    One day At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Alysn Midgelow-Marsden
    Join Alysn Midgelow-Marsden to experiment with metal as a surface for textile-based work. You’ll learn how to emboss patterns into lightweight metal, apply alcohol inks for colour, and combine fabrics, threads, and beads to build rich surfaces. (All materials included).
    $167.00 incl. GST
  • Gelli Plate Printing

    Sunday 29 November
    Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ursula Utting
    Learn the skills to confidently print your own designs with gelatin plates. You'll take home your own commercial gelli plate 8 x 10 inches.
    $160.00 incl. GST
  • Japanese Shortcake: Mastering the Fluffy Sponge Cake and Decoration

    Sunday 29 November
    5 hours, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 3:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Yu Takano
    Discover the secrets of baking the classic fluffy Japanese sponge cake and learn techniques for frosting and decorating your cake, with expert baker, Yu.
    $93.00 incl. GST
  • Makeup for the 40+

    Sunday 29 November
    One day, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Trudy Van Zyl
    You may be stuck doing the same makeup routine that you have always done. But now that you are in your 40's or older, the makeup look that you loved in your 20's and 30's just isn't right any more.
    $98.00 incl. GST
  • Packing for Travel

    Sunday 29 November
    4 hours, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 2:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Sharon McLean
    Stressing out over your travel packing? Concerned about excess weight? Confused about rolling vs flat packing? Come and learn some essential tips from an expert and take the stress out of your travelling.
    $65.00 incl. GST
  • Travel Sketching

    Sunday 29 November
    1 day, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Tony McNeight
    Join this one day course and learn how to use pen, watercolours and pencil to create your own personal travel journal.
    $150.00 incl. GST
  • Hissing and Sizzling - Barbecue Brilliance

    Sunday 29 November
    One day, 12:15 PM - 5:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Tracey Sunderland
    Come along and learn how to produce mouth watering, fall-off-the-bone meat every time you have a BBQ and the importance of rubs, marinades and accompaniments. And you will also learn a selection of fresh seasonal salads to accompany your meat dishes.
    $120.00 incl. GST
  • Transitioning Your Garden for the Changing Seasons at Kings Plant Barn

    Sunday 29 November
    2 hours, Sun 3:00 PM - Sun 5:00 PM Kings Plant Barn, 86 Lunn Avenue.
    Paul Crowhurst
    Come and learn how to revive your small garden, your patio and your pots for the changing seasons. Landscaper and container specialist Paul Crowhurst will inspire you and share his tips for making it easy.
    $40.00 incl. GST
  • December 2026
  • From Garden to Jar: DIY Flavoured Salts

    Tuesday 01 December
    3 hours, Tue 6:00 PM - Tue 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Tracey Sunderland
    Come and discover how to transform simple ingredients into beautifully aromatic, gourmet flavoured salts—perfect for gifting or elevating your own home cooking and pick up presentation tips to package your salts beautifully for thoughtful, handmade gifts.
    $59.00 incl. GST
  • Sewing for Children 9 - 12 Years

    Friday 18 December
    1 day, Fri 9:00 AM - Fri 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Kate Pierre
    Come and have fun and learn the basics of hand sewing and using a sewing machine. For children 9 - 12 years. Materials included. Bring your lunch.
    $106.00 incl. GST
  • Christmas Cooking with Nichole (8 - 12 Years)

    Monday 21 December
    2 days, Mon & Tue 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Nichole Fernandez
    Join Nichole for two days of cooking for Christmas.  During this course you will learn to cook a range of goodies that make great Christmas gifts. Course fee includes ingredients and materials. Suitable for children 8 to 12 years.
    $158.00 incl. GST
  • February 2027
  • Woodworking for Beginners

    Wednesday 10 February
    Eight Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Konrard Wojak
    A step-by-step class where you will learn to draw, measure and assemble a simple project. Gain confidence in using machinery, knowledge and characteristics of wood, different cuts, joins and techniques. Read the full course description on our website for information about the project and the materials you should bring.
    $218.00 incl. GST
  • NZ Sign Language for Beginners

    Tuesday 16 February
    Eight Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Learning some basic NZSL means you can learn to communicate with NZ’s Deaf community. NZSL knowledge is useful in all areas of life, but it is especially useful if you work in any kind of role that includes contact with the public, such as retail, health care and customer service, where you may come into contact with deaf customers or consumers.
    $60.00 incl. GST
  • March 2027
  • Building Apps with AI

    Tuesday 02 March
    Six Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Sam Hambling
    Unlock the power to build websites and software without writing a single line of code.
    $270.00 incl. GST
  • Becoming Unstoppable

    Saturday 06 March
    Saturday - 6 hours At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Shona Hurndell
    Feeling stuck? Come and discover the power of belief transformation. We'll delve into the roots of our beliefs—how they're formed and how they shape our thoughts and perceptions. More importantly, we'll explore practical techniques to identify and replace disempowering beliefs with empowering ones that align with our true selves and goals.
    $75.00 incl. GST
  • May 2027
  • Woodworking for Beginners

    Wednesday 05 May
    Eight Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Konrard Wojak
    A step-by-step class where you will learn to draw, measure and assemble a simple project. Gain confidence in using machinery, knowledge and characteristics of wood, different cuts, joins and techniques. Read the full course description on our website for information about the project and the materials you should bring.
    $218.00 incl. GST
  • Barista: Latte Art

    Saturday 22 May
    1 day, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Isabella Brown
    This course is for those who can already use an espresso machine confidently, and now want upskill milk and pouring.
    $62.00 incl. GST
  • Barista for Beginners

    Sunday 23 May
    Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Isabella Brown
    Through a combination of online learning and hands-on practice, learn about espresso and learn to make popular espresso coffees. A course fee subsidy applies for permanent residents of NZ (conditions apply).
    $62.00 incl. GST
  • Soft Stone Sculpture

    Sunday 23 May
    5 hours, Sun 11:00 AM - Sun 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Alasdair Scott
    Create your own masterpiece to enhance your garden or interior spaces. The soft stone sculpture is one of the most accessible mediums to work with as ideas can be quickly realised and easily modified. Includes sculpting block. Courses run 11am - 4pm.
    $138.00 incl. GST
  • June 2027
  • Barista for Beginners

    Saturday 19 June
    Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Isabella Brown
    Through a combination of online learning and hands-on practice, learn about espresso and learn to make popular espresso coffees. A course fee subsidy applies for permanent residents of NZ (conditions apply).
    $62.00 incl. GST
  • Barista: Latte Art

    Sunday 20 June
    1 day, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Isabella Brown
    This course is for those who can already use an espresso machine confidently, and now want upskill milk and pouring.
    $62.00 incl. GST
  • July 2027
  • Barista for Beginners

    Saturday 17 July
    Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Isabella Brown
    Through a combination of online learning and hands-on practice, learn about espresso and learn to make popular espresso coffees. A course fee subsidy applies for permanent residents of NZ (conditions apply).
    $62.00 incl. GST
  • Woodworking for Beginners

    Wednesday 28 July
    Eight Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Konrard Wojak
    A step-by-step class where you will learn to draw, measure and assemble a simple project. Gain confidence in using machinery, knowledge and characteristics of wood, different cuts, joins and techniques. Read the full course description on our website for information about the project and the materials you should bring.
    $218.00 incl. GST
  • August 2027
  • Barista for Beginners

    Sunday 15 August
    Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Isabella Brown
    Through a combination of online learning and hands-on practice, learn about espresso and learn to make popular espresso coffees. A course fee subsidy applies for permanent residents of NZ (conditions apply).
    $62.00 incl. GST
  • Soft Stone Sculpture

    Sunday 15 August
    5 hours, Sun 11:00 AM - Sun 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Alasdair Scott
    Create your own masterpiece to enhance your garden or interior spaces. The soft stone sculpture is one of the most accessible mediums to work with as ideas can be quickly realised and easily modified. Includes sculpting block. Courses run 11am - 4pm.
    $138.00 incl. GST
  • September 2027
  • Barista for Beginners

    Saturday 11 September
    Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Isabella Brown
    Through a combination of online learning and hands-on practice, learn about espresso and learn to make popular espresso coffees. A course fee subsidy applies for permanent residents of NZ (conditions apply).
    $62.00 incl. GST
  • Barista: Latte Art

    Sunday 12 September
    1 day, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Isabella Brown
    This course is for those who can already use an espresso machine confidently, and now want upskill milk and pouring.
    $62.00 incl. GST
  • Becoming Unstoppable

    Sunday 12 September
    Sunday - 6 hours At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Shona Hurndell
    Feeling stuck? Come and discover the power of belief transformation. We'll delve into the roots of our beliefs—how they're formed and how they shape our thoughts and perceptions. More importantly, we'll explore practical techniques to identify and replace disempowering beliefs with empowering ones that align with our true selves and goals.
    $75.00 incl. GST
  • October 2027
  • Woodworking for Beginners

    Wednesday 13 October
    Eight Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Konrard Wojak
    A step-by-step class where you will learn to draw, measure and assemble a simple project. Gain confidence in using machinery, knowledge and characteristics of wood, different cuts, joins and techniques. Read the full course description on our website for information about the project and the materials you should bring.
    $218.00 incl. GST
  • November 2027
  • Barista: Latte Art

    Sunday 28 November
    1 day, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Isabella Brown
    This course is for those who can already use an espresso machine confidently, and now want upskill milk and pouring.
    $62.00 incl. GST
  • Soft Stone Sculpture

    Sunday 28 November
    5 hours, Sun 11:00 AM - Sun 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Alasdair Scott
    Create your own masterpiece to enhance your garden or interior spaces. The soft stone sculpture is one of the most accessible mediums to work with as ideas can be quickly realised and easily modified. Includes sculpting block. Courses run 11am - 4pm.
    $138.00 incl. GST
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