Dante Alighieri Society Italian Language Classes
In February 2021 we are pleased to offer two new Absolute Beginners classes for those who have no previous learning of Italian.
Mondays 7pm-8.30pm Tutor: Rosa Cirrottola (Starting on Monday 15th February) OR
Thursdays 5.30pm-7.00pm Tutor: Brunella Olivieri (Starting on Thursday 11th February)
There is no form to complete, however, once you have paid, please send us an email telling us you have made payment and which course (day and time) you wish to be enrolled in.
Course Fee for 16 classes is $255 and payment can be made by internet banking into our Dante Scuola account: 11-7800-0054463-20
Classes are held at St. Ninian's Church Lounges, 5 Puriri Street, Riccarton.
Students must purchase their own textbook. The textbook for Absolute Beginners and Beginners is Buongiorno Italia (covers two years).
Author: Joseph Cremona
Publisher: BBC Active. UK, 04 August 2005
Format: Paperback
ISBN 0563519452
Available from Fishpond or Book Depository
New students at all levels and abilities are welcome – please go to our website for more information on class times and levels.
Please go to www.dantechch.com... or email dantechch@gmail.com or ring Jan Tedesco on 03-3519796 or 021-2394090.
Classes start from Thursday 11th February with enrolments closing on 7th February.
Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.
Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.
-
63.9% Yes
-
33.6% No
-
2.6% Other - I'll share below
Paddy Gower seeks ‘bloody great Cantab’
The Kiwi journalist drilling deep into the country’s biggest issues is on a mission to find the local greats.
Paddy Gower is looking for the Good Kiwi in every region to feature in his show, The F@#$ing News - Paddy Gower Live on Tour.
To nominate a Good Kiwi, email reporters@press.co.nz with the name and a description of why your nominee should win. You an also share the local issues you think Paddy needs to tackle in the comments below.
It could be the woman whose knitting circle has made 3800 items for victims of domestic violence, the guy running the length of Aotearoa for mental health, or the woman with terminal cancer who spends her time campaigning to raise awareness and save lives.
“Basically I am looking for ... a bloody great Cantab who just gets on and gets things done. The criteria is somebody who has a positive attitude and makes the community a better place," Gower said.
“I will give this person the 'Big Ups' they deserve, and the community can celebrate them with me.”
A Good Kiwi will feature in each of Gower’s live shows in 14 centres through November and December. He will name the Cantabrian Good Kiwi at his Christchurch show on the evening of Friday, November 22, at St Margaret’s College.
The F@#$ing News - Paddy Gower Live on Tour is a sort of book tour, sort of stand-up comedy, some journalistic yarns and memoir, and some motivational speaking - with a fair bit of local in each show.
Gower also wants to know about topics of interest in the region.
“I’m ... going to be taking on a big issue facing Canterbury and offering up solutions.”
A stinky suburb, a neighbourhood needing a round-about or a cathedral in disrepair - “I will make your views count”, he said.
“I'm touring the nation to spread positivity, optimism and good vibes.”
*For tickets to the The F@#$ing News - Paddy Gower Live on Tour visit paddygower.co.nz
Lost reading glasses
Hi, I attended the Sat. Riccarton Market yesterday, 9 th Nov and have lost my glasses.
I have phoned Riccarton House but nothing has been found.
I walked to and from the market via Kahu Rd, Fendalton Park, Fendalton Road, Glandovey Road
Ph 021486166 please.