'Recreation
plays an important part in the life of a student. A student’s lot is not an
easy one, and to relieve the strain, recreation of some kind is desirable.' (The Brown and Gold, 1954)Over the years these leisure pursuits, particularly important for boarders, have changed dramatically. Even hobbies were often justified as being ‘useful’ and ‘instructive’ in the pages of The Brown and Gold.
1927 : Bookbinding
was popular, especially on rainy days.
1956: The study of crystal sets and wireless gave many boys a thrill.
During the warmer months it has been no uncommon sight to see boys flying model planes made from balsa wood. Some who can afford it have fitted their planes with engines. But we are told that the roar of these engines is not welcome in the back yard.
Stamp collecting is very popular. One pupil has almost 7000 stamps in his collection.
An unusual hobby is the growing of
rare plants and cereals.1956: The study of crystal sets and wireless gave many boys a thrill.
During the warmer months it has been no uncommon sight to see boys flying model planes made from balsa wood. Some who can afford it have fitted their planes with engines. But we are told that the roar of these engines is not welcome in the back yard.
Stamp collecting is very popular. One pupil has almost 7000 stamps in his collection.
1998 :
Concordia had
a Chess Club, Radio Communication Club, Electronics Club, Card Club, Science
Fiction Club and a Drama Club.
Photo: Playing pool in 1940.
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