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Community Education - Time to reset, renew, and reconnect

Community Education - Time to reset, renew, and reconnect

Our Winter Weekend Workshops offer a unique opportunity for learners

Our Winter Weekend Workshops offer a unique opportunity for learners to stay engaged, explore new interests, and develop practical skills in a supportive and welcoming environment. Designed to suit a wide range of ages and abilities, these short courses provide hands-on learning experiences across creative, cultural, and vocational areas. Whether participants are looking to try something new, build confidence, or connect with others in their community, the workshops deliver meaningful and enjoyable learning experiences during the winter months. 

6th of June 2026 

•    Barista Course - NZQA Unit 17285  - 2 Saturdays, 09:00 to 03:00 pm 

•    Sculpture Painting Workshop - Kia Ora Board Themed  -  09:00 am to 04:00 pm 

    Look Fabulous after 40  - 09:30 am to 11:00 am 

    Light Up Canvas Art  - 09:30 am to 1:30 pm 

    The Ultimate Makeup Guide for Women of 50 years plus   09:30 am to 03:30 pm 

    Using AI with Microsoft Excel Workshop  - 09:30 am to 01:30 pm 

    Xero - An Introduction (ONLINE) - 09:30 to 03:30 pm 

    Resin Art Workshop  - 09:30 am to 12:30 pm 

    Leather Binding Journal -  09:30 am to 1:30 pm 

    Candle Making with Soy Wax  - 10:00 am to 02:00 pm 

13th of June 2026 

    Workplace First Aid Express & Refresher Course - NZQA Units 6402 & 6401 -from 08:30 am to 05:00 pm 

    Basic Soap Making Workshop - 09:00 am to 12:00 pm 

    Growing and Caring for Indoor Plants -  09:00 am to 01:00 pm 

    Sewing - Open / Beyond Beginners (Sat)  -  09:00 am to 03:00 pm 

    Investment- 101 - 09:30 to 12:30 pm 

    Small Engine Repairs - 09:30 am to 03:30 pm 

    Work Dynamics - 09:30 to 03:30 pm 

    Digital Marketing Workshop for Small Businesses  - 09:30 am to 03:30 pm 

    Makeup Artistry for Personal Use and in the Workplace - 09:30 am to 03:30 pm 

    Four Season Landscapes in Soft Pastels -Beginner Level - 09:30 to 03:30 pm 

    Leather Keychain Making - 09:30 am to 01:30 pm 

    Glass Fusing - 10:00 am to 02:00 pm 

    Floral Art - Special Occasion Florals – 10:00 am to 01:00 pm 

    Xero - The Next Steps - ONLINE  - 13 June, 09:30 am to 03:30 pm 

For more info and enrolments, please visit our website: www.rutherfordcomed.co.nz

by Ramona Toth


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