Events at the Chemnitz Adult Education Centre in June
Tuesday, 06.06.2017, 18:45 to 20:15, VHS Chemnitz, Moritzstraße 20
Power of attorney and co. - What do I really need ?
The lecture is intended to show how to formulate one's own precautionary wishes in a legally compliant manner.
The lecturer is the head of the care authority of the city of Chemnitz.
Tuesday, 06.06.2017, 17:00 to 19:30, VHS Chemnitz, Moritzstraße 20
Resilience - thriving despite adverse circumstances ?
The lecture provides a comprehensive overview of the phenomenon of resilience and shows that each of us has the ability to develop positively despite adverse circumstances.
Thursday, 08.06.2017, 19:30 to 21:00, VHS Chemnitz, Moritzstraße 20
Cuba after 57 years of embargo - not just a travelogue
The speaker, Hellmut Naderer, has visited Cuba several times and presents the country, its people and nature, while also addressing current social issues.
This event is a co-operation between the Chemnitz Adult Education Centre and FAIREwelt Chemnitz.
Saturday, 10 June 2017, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm, VHS Chemnitz, Moritzstraße 20
Business etiquette - good behaviour in everyday (professional) life
Although around 200 years old, some of Knigge's ideas are still relevant today.
What is still relevant today of what we were taught as children? And are there new rules, e.g. for using a mobile phone or telephone, that could not have existed 20 years ago? The course provides practical answers to these questions.
Saturday, 10 June 2017, 10:15 to 14:15, VHS Chemnitz, Moritzstraße 20
Family programme - paper workshop for young and old
A sheet of paper is created - the source of inspiration for self-made paper has its origins in nature. Just like a wasp, paper will be diligently produced in a recycling process using flowers and leaves brought along. Imaginative papers are created in the arts and crafts process.
Monday, 12 June 2017, 18:45 to 20:15, VHS Chemnitz, Moritzstraße 20
The suffering of a meaningless life
Is a meaningful life possible despite suffering, guilt and death? This question is asked again and again in view of the unalterability of fate and strokes of fate. However, people always have the opportunity to take a stand on their fate, whatever the circumstances.
The course on this topic is intended as an introduction for people who want to actively engage with their lives and the question of freedom and fate in a logotherapeutic context.
Monday, 12.06.2017, 18:15 to 21:00, VHS Chemnitz, Moritzstraße 20
Parent spokesperson - what now? The Chemnitz discussion forum for parent representatives in daycare centres and schools
An offer for all elected parent representatives who want to do more than just organise the cake bazaar. The development of a culture of representation, the functioning of networks and many other topics will be discussed at this event.
This event is a cooperation between the Children's Rights Office Saxony and the Chemnitz Adult Education Centre.
Tuesday, 13 June 2017, 17:45 to 20:15, VHS Chemnitz, Moritzstraße 20
Osteoarthritis - the fight against wear and tear
This lecture is intended to help you understand osteoarthritis and find ways to counteract the progression of symptoms. You will learn what you need to consider in your diet, learn self-help exercises to do at home and receive information about alternative treatment methods.
Tuesday, 13.06.2017, 19:00 to 21:00, VHS Chemnitz, Moritzstraße 20
Exhibition "Chemnitz Perspectives"
Participants of the two courses "Du siehst was, was ich nicht seh" and "Der Eigene Blick" exhibit their perspectives on the city of Chemnitz in photographs and documentaries. Chemnitz perspectives - an exciting image of our city.
Wednesday, 14 June 2017, 10:00 to 14:00, DAStietz, Moritzstraße 20
Participation of the VHS Chemnitz in the Chemnitz integration fair
Wednesday, 14.06.2017, 14:30 to 16:00, VHS Chemnitz, Moritzstraße 20
The treatment of hearing loss
With around 10 million people affected in Germany, hearing loss is a significant health problem. But nowadays there is a solution for almost every hearing impairment.
Prof Dr Jens Oeken, Head Physician at the Clinic for ENT Medicine, Head and Neck Surgery at Klinikum Chemnitz gGmbH and Medical Director of Klinikum Chemnitz, will talk about modern treatment methods.
This event is a cooperation between the Pro Seniore Residenz Chemnitz and the Chemnitz Adult Education Centre.
Thursday, 15 June 2017, 19:30 to 21:00, VHS Chemnitz, Moritzstraße 20
Travelogue Cuba
Seven weeks backpacking across Cuba! The two students Martin and Susann will talk about their experiences in the jungle, hospitable people, Ché Guevara smiling from the walls and the carnival in a picture presentation.
This event is a cooperation between the Chemnitz Adult Education Centre and FAIREwelt Chemnitz.
Saturday, 17 June 2017, 10:15 to 12:30, meeting point: Stadtpark, bus stop line 5,Markersdorfer Straße
Herb stalking with calendula at the summer solstice
Nature is in full bloom, everything is growing and thriving.
The sun is at its peak, we enjoy the longest days of the year and get to know the herbs that have the greatest healing power around St John's Day. "Kräuterhexl" Calendula talks from the witch's cauldron and reveals delicious recipes.
Tuesday, 20.06.2017, 17:00 to 18:30, VHS Chemnitz, Moritzstraße 20
Self-determined living with personal assistance
Living with a disability often means being dependent on outside help and support in everyday life. Personal assistance is one way to get this help.
The lecture "Self-determined living with personal assistance" provides insights into life with assistance and presents the advantages and disadvantages of this self-chosen form of living and offers plenty of space for mutual exchange.
Wednesday, 21 June 2017, 18:45 to 21:00, VHS Chemnitz, Moritzstraße 20
Insights into a poor neighbourhood: Villa Itati living environment in Buenos Aires
Join us on a journey to Villa Itatí, a marginalised neighbourhood in Buenos Aires.
The lecture immerses you in the world of this neighbourhood, presents the results of field research carried out on site with illustrative pictures, plans and original quotations and shows references to Europe and Germany.
Saturday, 24 June 2017, 14:00 - 16:15, meeting point: Brühl/Georgstraße entrance
Urban development on Chemnitz Brühl
Chemnitz Brühl is in the midst of upheaval and is once again on the way to becoming a lively neighbourhood. The tour of the Brühl provides an insight into the development of the neighbourhood in recent years, introduces stakeholders, the old and the new at the Brühl and leaves room for exchange about the development of this extraordinary neighbourhood in the middle of Chemnitz.
Monday, 26 June 2017, 17:00 to 19:30, VHS Chemnitz, Moritzstraße 20
A garden full of healing powers
A lecture for garden owners and herb lovers alike. We will be talking about the beauty of our wild herbs and many garden herbs.
"Kräuterhexl" Calendula gives tips on growing and processing, has new delicious recipes for garden parties and explains medical perspectives on wild and cultivated greenery.
Wednesday, 28 June 2017, 18:00 to 19:30, VHS Chemnitz, Moritzstraße 20
"Art comes from skill" - Max Liebermann (1847-1935)
From Impressionism to Expressionism to ostracised art during the National Socialist era.
Subject to change due to current events.