From Nicola:
The date for the observatory trip has been tentatively set for Sunday 18 July, as we see the Matariki constellation quite a bit later down here than in the North Island. I'm waiting to hear back about the time, but it should definitely be early enough that people with Sunday commitments should still be able to get to them (i.e. probably about 6am). I hope this suits everyone who has let me know that they're interested. Also, the cost will be the same as for the regular observatory hours - $3 per child, $5 per adult.
Edited to add: trip now confirmed for 6.30am, 18 July. Trip will continue, rain or shine!
Location: Beverley Begg Observatory - on the far side of Robin Hood Park. Cnr City Rd and Ross St. Park on Ross St and walk across the park. Some clever soul gave us a tip to wear gumboots - the park can be muddy on a dewy winter's morning/evening.
Note: there are no toilets at or near the Observatory (!)
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Activities List
As we're coming up to a new term, and we always have new families joining, Nicola thought it might be interesting to compile a list of activities/lessons that our kids do that might inspire others if they're looking for something. Please email her just a few details for each activity, such as cost, contact number or any other relevant details, and she'll put these together and add them to next week's newsletter.
Friday, June 4, 2010
Weekend Reading - The Art of Math
Prepare yourselves - this is a long one, but well worth the read!
Paul Lockart looks at the vast chasm between what Mathematics is, and how it is taught - and laments that the teaching of mathematics seems to go out of its way to obscure its beauty and simplicity.
A Mathematician’s Lament by Paul Lockhart
Paul Lockart looks at the vast chasm between what Mathematics is, and how it is taught - and laments that the teaching of mathematics seems to go out of its way to obscure its beauty and simplicity.
A Mathematician’s Lament by Paul Lockhart
"...The first thing to understand is that mathematics is an art. The difference between math and the other arts, such as music and painting, is that our culture does not recognize it as such...
"Part of the problem is that nobody has the faintest idea what it is that mathematicians do... Nevertheless, the fact is that there is nothing as dreamy and poetic, nothing as radical, subversive, and psychedelic, as mathematics..."
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Diary Dates - 1 June 2010
SHEAF ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK
11:00am, Wednesday 2 June: orienteering at the Botanic Gardens.
Meet at Info Centre by cafe, $1 per child.
Contact Tammy to book (phone is best)
TERM 1
every Monday during term time, 11:00 - 12:00pm: Swimsation lessons; 12:00pm on: lunch and socialising. If you are interested in joining the lessons, contact Swimsation at Moana Pool. Otherwise, just turn up!
every Tuesday during term time, 12:30 - 1:30pm approx: tennis at Logan Park tennis courts. Contact Ted for more information.
11:00am, Wednesday 2 June: orienteering at the Botanic Gardens. Contact Tammy to book. (phone is best).
12:30pm, Wednesday 9 June: Meet up at Arthur Street Park.
12:30pm,Wednesday 16 June: IDSW, blue Book 2, walk 4, meet outside of 38 Warden St, Opoho.
12:30pm,Wednesday 23 June: Meet up at Mosgiel Memorial Park, Hartstonge Ave.
12:30pm, Wednesday 30 June: Meet up at St Clair playground, corner of Victoria Rd and Forbury Rd/Esplanade.
7:30pm, Wednesday 30 June: Mid-year dinner, Indian Spice, 11 North Rd.
TERM 3
1:00pm, Wednesday 1 September: St John's "Safe Kids" first aid course for children. Contact Kathrin to book
TERM 4
Wednesday 17 November: Life Education Trust visit, Calton Hill School. Contact Annemieke to book
Remember, if it's raining, our outdoor meet-ups or walks will usually be cancelled/postponed.
11:00am, Wednesday 2 June: orienteering at the Botanic Gardens.
Meet at Info Centre by cafe, $1 per child.
Contact Tammy to book (phone is best)
TERM 1
every Monday during term time, 11:00 - 12:00pm: Swimsation lessons; 12:00pm on: lunch and socialising. If you are interested in joining the lessons, contact Swimsation at Moana Pool. Otherwise, just turn up!
every Tuesday during term time, 12:30 - 1:30pm approx: tennis at Logan Park tennis courts. Contact Ted for more information.
11:00am, Wednesday 2 June: orienteering at the Botanic Gardens. Contact Tammy to book. (phone is best).
12:30pm, Wednesday 9 June: Meet up at Arthur Street Park.
12:30pm,Wednesday 16 June: IDSW, blue Book 2, walk 4, meet outside of 38 Warden St, Opoho.
12:30pm,Wednesday 23 June: Meet up at Mosgiel Memorial Park, Hartstonge Ave.
12:30pm, Wednesday 30 June: Meet up at St Clair playground, corner of Victoria Rd and Forbury Rd/Esplanade.
7:30pm, Wednesday 30 June: Mid-year dinner, Indian Spice, 11 North Rd.
TERM 3
1:00pm, Wednesday 1 September: St John's "Safe Kids" first aid course for children. Contact Kathrin to book
TERM 4
Wednesday 17 November: Life Education Trust visit, Calton Hill School. Contact Annemieke to book
Remember, if it's raining, our outdoor meet-ups or walks will usually be cancelled/postponed.
Art classes
A few of our members have contacted Studio2 regarding art classes to start next term.
From Julie S:
I went and had a look at the studio2 art class last week, the lady seemed nice, the facility looked like 5 children for a class would probably be best size. They would like us to book a session at $50 and divide that by the children booked to attend, they would prefer a weekly slot, though would consider fortnightly if we could get 2 groups going and alternating weeks. They are reasonably flexible on days and times, during or after school depending on what families wanted. I am thinking about sending my 3 on a monday from 1-3 or 1;30-3;30pm if I can find 2-3 others that this time suited that were keen. I am flexible on weekly or fortnightly depending on interest and would like to start next term. Do you know if anyone might be interested? If families wanted to organise a group they would be happy to accommodate them.
Phone Bridget Inder on 474 5949
From Julie S:
I went and had a look at the studio2 art class last week, the lady seemed nice, the facility looked like 5 children for a class would probably be best size. They would like us to book a session at $50 and divide that by the children booked to attend, they would prefer a weekly slot, though would consider fortnightly if we could get 2 groups going and alternating weeks. They are reasonably flexible on days and times, during or after school depending on what families wanted. I am thinking about sending my 3 on a monday from 1-3 or 1;30-3;30pm if I can find 2-3 others that this time suited that were keen. I am flexible on weekly or fortnightly depending on interest and would like to start next term. Do you know if anyone might be interested? If families wanted to organise a group they would be happy to accommodate them.
Phone Bridget Inder on 474 5949
Mid-year dinner 2010
The most popular date for the mid-winter dinner at Indian Spice is 7:30pm, Wednesday 30 June, so that's decided! If you'd like to come, please email Nicola this week so that she can book a table that will fit us all in.
Edited to add: Time is now either 6.30 or 7.30pm - if you let Nicola know you're coming, she will make sure you know what time :)
Edited to add: Time is now either 6.30 or 7.30pm - if you let Nicola know you're coming, she will make sure you know what time :)
Kathrin's Fruit Co-op
From Kathrin:
I am looking at starting a fruit buying co-op, mostly buying Organic fruit, and thought you might be interested. I am happy to buy the fruit, let you know what is available, and weigh and bag it, ready for you to pick up. Please let me know if you don't want to receive further emails about this, or if you know anyone else who would be interested.
This week I have:
Organic Mandarins @ $5.20kg
Bio-grow Kiwifruit @$3.30kg
Organic feijoas @$4.70kg
Bio-grow Royal Gala apples @$2.80kg.
Please email me with quantities required, and when you can pick it up. You can pay by cash, or I can give you my bank account details if you want to do a direct deposit.
Next week I hope to have organic apples and feijoas, as well as more mandarins. I'd love to hear of other suppliers if you know of any.
Kind regards
Kathrin
I am looking at starting a fruit buying co-op, mostly buying Organic fruit, and thought you might be interested. I am happy to buy the fruit, let you know what is available, and weigh and bag it, ready for you to pick up. Please let me know if you don't want to receive further emails about this, or if you know anyone else who would be interested.
This week I have:
Organic Mandarins @ $5.20kg
Bio-grow Kiwifruit @$3.30kg
Organic feijoas @$4.70kg
Bio-grow Royal Gala apples @$2.80kg.
Please email me with quantities required, and when you can pick it up. You can pay by cash, or I can give you my bank account details if you want to do a direct deposit.
Next week I hope to have organic apples and feijoas, as well as more mandarins. I'd love to hear of other suppliers if you know of any.
Kind regards
Kathrin
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