Give it a Go - Spring Programme 2013

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Enjoy Languages Beginners Spanish Monday 4th Feb, 18th Feb, 4th Mar, 18th Mar 5 - 6pm

A four week beginner’s course aimed at students who have no knowledge of the Spanish language. Each session will cover a different topic and introduce you to the Spanish language. The sessions are designed so that you learn something different each time. The sessions are taught by a Student Volunteer where Spanish is their first language. Sign up via http://giagspanish. eventbrite.co.uk Meeting Room 4, the Students’ Union FREE

Enjoy Languages Intermediate Spanish Monday 11th Feb, 25th Feb, 11th Mar, 25th Mar 5 - 6pm

A four week intermediate course aimed at students who already have beginner’s knowledge of the Spanish language and wish to develop their skills further. The sessions are taught by a Student Volunteer where Spanish is their first language. Sign

up via http://giag intermediatespanish. eventbrite.co.uk Meeting Room 4, the Students’ Union FREE

Trip to London Chinese New Year Sunday 10th Feb

Spend the day in England’s capital city, and join in the celebrations for the Chinese New Year of the Snake. Celebrations will be taking place around Trafalgar Square, Leicester Square, and Chinatown, where there will be performances, food and fireworks. www. visitlondon.com. Coaches depart Museum Rd at 8:10am and Langstone Student Village at 8:25am, leaving London at 6:30pm TICKETS £14 *National Express Return Coach Ticket to London £20

Volunteering Week Monday 11th Friday 15th Feb

Ever thought about giving Volunteering a go? You can help clean a beach, paint a day centre for the elderly, have a go at speed dating and raise money for charity! To find out more email the Volunteer Coordinator: alice. larden@upsu.net FREE

Valentine's Card Drop in Workshop Tuesday 12th Feb 3 5 pm Show how much you care by making a beautiful personalised card for your loved one. We will provide all the materials so all you need to do is get creative! 3rd Space, Students’ Union TICKETS £2

Modern Jive Tuesday 12th Feb 7:45pm onwards

Qualified instructors will teach you the fun and stylish dance steps. Beginners are welcome and it is not necessary to bring a partner, just wear something comfy. Once the class has finished, the music will


continue playing on until 10:30pm. This is freestyle time when it’s your opportunity to practice what you’ve learnt. Portsmouth Irish Society 77 Elm Grove, PO5 IJF TICKETS £4

Mug/Plate Painting Drop in Workshop Tuesday 19th Feb 4-6pm

A Child Friendly activity. Stop by for a fun and relaxed mug/ plate painting session. We will provide you with all the materials you need to be as artistic as you like. Meeting Room 1, Students’ Union TICKETS £2 MUG PAINTING £3 PLATE PAINTING

Laser Quest at Action Stations Thursday 21st Feb Meet 4:45pm at the

Students’ Union, Cambridge Road Entrance Must Book in advance Experience the thrilling game of hi-tech tag at Action Stations, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. A unique 2 floor arena with challenges inspired by the Royal Navy and Marines. You can purchase 1 game per person in advance. If you find you want to play a second game after the first you can purchase it directly from Action Stations on the evening itself. Must book by Monday 18th February. Meet at Union Shop, will walk as a group to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard TICKETS £5 FOR 1 GAME

Make your very own cute felt necklace. You could either make it for yourself or as the perfect gift for somone else (like mum!) All materials provided. 3rd Space, Students’ Union TICKETS £4

Trip to Amsterdam Thursday 28th FebSunday 3rd Mar

Explore this charming city full of canals and bridges. Tickets include: return coach travel to Amsterdam, 2 nights b&b in a hostel, and travel insurance. Buy online at: www. upsu.net/giveitago TICKET £135

Mothers Day Card Drop in Workshop Monday 4th Mar 3 5pm Create the perfect card to show your mum how much you care. We will provide all the materials. 3rd Space, Students’ Union TICKETS £2

Bookmark Making Drop in Workshop Thursday 7th Mar 1 - 3pm Felt Necklace Drop in Workshop Wednesday 27th Feb 12-2pm

It’s World Book Day! Celebrate by making a creative bookmark to help keep your place while you read


all those important text books! Library Entrance TICKETS £1

eggs! Meeting room 2 at the Union. TICKETS £2

Harry Potter Studio Tour + Coach Travel Saturday 9th Mar

Cupcake Decorating Wednesday 20th Mar, 5-7pm

Read the books? Watched the films? Now it’s your chance to go behind- thescenes to see what went in to making the most successful film series of all time! Give it a Go has teamed up with the Cinema Society to offer its members a £2.50 discount. Even if your not a cinema society member you’re saving £22.10 by going with The Union! Buy online at www.upsu.net/ giveitago Coaches depart Museum Rd at 1:30pm and Langstone Student Village at 1:45pm leaving the studios at approx 8:30pm TICKETS £46 CINEMA SOCIETY MEMBER £43.50 **£22.10 SAVING!

Must book in advance Come along to this class to learn a number of decorating techniques including how to make buttercream. At the end of the workshop, take home some cupcakes beautifully decorated by you. Please remember to bring a tin with you. All ingredients provided. Must book by Monday 18th March. 3rd Space at the Union. TICKETS £5

*National Express Return Coach Ticket to Bath £39

Bunting Making Drop in Workshop Monday 25th Mar 2 -4pm

Make your very own fabric bunting perfect for brightening up your room. 3rd Space at the Union. TICKETS £3.50

Easter Egg Hunt Tuesday 19th Mar 2-4pm

Must book in advance Love a good Easter Egg hunt? Come along with friends, get a team together and seek out chocolate

gardens and attractions including the Roman Baths, the 15th-century Bath Abbey and the Jane Austen Centre. www. visitbath.co.uk Coaches depart Museum Rd at 8:10am and Langstone Student Village at 8:25am, leaving Bath at 5pm TICKETS £15

Trip to Bath Saturday 23rd Mar Bath is brimming with places to visit – museums, galleries,

Get Involved!

*Prices correct on nationalexpress.com on 4/2/2013 **Prices correct on nationalrail. com and wbstudiotour. co.uk on 29/1/2013


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