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U3A Course Book & Events The University of the Third Age Sydney U3A Sydney U3A Incorporated ABN Number: 32 251 810 797 January - June 2015 Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 Suite 2, Level 2, 36 Carrington Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Phone: 02 9262 2702 Fax: 02 9262 2452 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian Website: paper 1 www.sydneyu3a.org SYDNEY U3A Incorporated CONTENTS NOTICES U3A operates in many countries to provide low-cost intellectual stimulation for people in active retirement. There are no formal entrance requirements and no examinations. It is selfsupporting and run by its members. SYDNEY U3A.................................................................. 2 IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ....................................... 2 The Course Book is published twice a year (January/June) by Sydney U3A Incorporated. EDITORIAL MATTERS Editor: Ian Thompson. Printer: B.E.E. Printmail Sydney U3A: Level 2, 36 Carrington Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Phone: 9262 2702 Fax: 9262 2542 Email: [email protected] Sydney U3A Website: www.sydneyu3a.org Office Hours: 10:00 - 1:00 Monday to Friday PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE.............................................. 3 EVENTS FOR ALL................................................ 4-9 COURSE BOOK EASTERN..................................................................... 10 ENDEAVOUR (SOUTHERN)........................................ 14 Front Cover Photo: Three Owls in a Row. Photo by: Emmanuel Keller GREATER WESTERN.................................................. 19 HARBOURSIDE NORTH.............................................. 23 Sydney U3A Office Bearers President Beverley Peken 9888 3101 INNER WEST................................................................ 31 VP (Education) Ian Thompson 9971 9221 NORTHERN BEACHES................................................ 38 VP (Public Relations) Mike Goodwin 9671 2284 Treasurer Dorothy Johnson 9621 2389 UPPER NORTH............................................................ 46 Secretary Sondra Riley 0422 592 586 Deputy Secretary Carolyn Franklin 9482 5015 Eastern Caro Phillips 9389 2440 Endeavour (Position Vacant) Greater Western Dorothy Johnson 9621 2389 Harbourside North Barbara Boston 9958 7040 Inner West Jenny Waldron 8753 0521 Northern Beaches Ruth Buchanan 9971 7450 Upper North Alan Barge 9487 2899 METROBUS NETWORK MAP.......................... 56 PLANNING CALENDAR...................................... 57 Regional Presidents INDEXES.............................................................. 58-59 NEW MEMBERS REGISTRATION FORM..... 60 The University of the Third Age offers all seniors a variety of intellectually stimulating programs to acquire new knowledge and skills in an informal, friendly atmosphere throughout seven regions in Sydney. ENQUIRIES: General Enquiries should normally be directed to the Central Office (9262 2702). Enquiries about regional activities and courses should be made to the above regional representatives. Sydney U3A Course Book is printed and mailed by: B.E.E. Printmail. Proudly printed on Australian paper. IMPORTANT - Please Read • • • • • 2 Members of Sydney U3A may join courses in any region, subject to availability. You must book for all courses unless indicated otherwise. To book into a course, contact the Booking Secretary on the phone number provided. In the case of problems, contact the Regional Course Coordinator or nominated Venue Coordinators - however Course and Venue Coordinators will NOT take bookings for courses. Don’t procrastinate - book early to avoid disappointment, as many classes fill quickly. Proudly printed on Australian paper • • • • • If you have booked into a course and later decide not to proceed with it, please advise the booking person so that others on a waiting list may attend. Many courses are fortnightly, others weekly, some once or twice a month and yet others are single sessions. A planning calendar is provided at the back as an aid to choosing fortnightly courses. Many courses include a small fee for materials or use of equipment. The **(10) indicates limited positions available in a course due to a variety of reasons. Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 President's Message A New Year is here and we look forward to all the stimulating courses and exciting events that this book offers. Congratulations to all those involved in the many months that it takes to collect the material to assemble the Course Book. Thank you for your diligence on behalf of all members. Educationally, we continue to deliver a diverse range of courses over an amazing range of topics as well as physical activity to keep the mind and body co-ordinated. The office team is now settled and a small re-adjustment in layout will make the office more visitor-friendly. Much work has been done on the technical detail needed for the new website and we are optimistic that the first stage will go live in the first half of 2015. The on-line Course Book is more complex with a later live date. I have been visiting the writings of Peter Laslett, the architect of the Cambridge model of The University of the Third Age. In his book A Fresh Map of Life (1989) he outlines the first appearance in Britain in the 1950s of a Third Age, as we know it. By the 1980s this was a settled feature of social structure and his Cambridge model of University of the Third Age was born, an adaptation from the French model. The movement filled a huge social need and “took off” worldwide. Today, 30 years later, we take for granted our right to this time of our life, Me Time, without thought to its newness and how it came about. Enjoy semester 1, 2015 Beverley Peken, President, Sydney U3A Inc. Thank You As Editor, I would like to thank all our regional Course and Venue Coordinators for their dedicated hard work in helping with putting this Course Book together. A special thanks also to the Event Coordinators who put together the fabulous range of activities and tours that are found at the front of this book. Thanks to those who have also contributed to publication of this book in many other ways, including proof-reading and in other editorial roles. We are very fortunate in having so many members with a wealth of talent and a willingness to present such a wide range of interesting and thought-provoking courses in a warm, social environment. Without this generosity in offering their time in delivering these fabulous courses and talks we would not have a Sydney U3A as we enjoy it today. We must not forget the volunteers who work tirelessly behind the scenes in taking membership enrolments, arranging rooms and equipment, welcoming members at the respective venues, organising refreshments, plus the many other day-to-day roles that makes Sydney U3A a wonderful educational organisation for seniors in a welcoming social environment. I know you will enjoy attending the wide range of courses and talks that are on offer for this new semester. Ian Thompson, Vice President (Education), Sydney U3A Inc. U3A Network NSW Conference Annual General Meeting and Members’ Forum to be held at Mittagong RSL Club, cnr Hume Highway and Bessemer Street, Mittagong NSW Wednesday 29 April to Friday 1 May Keynote Speaker: Hugh Mackay on conference theme: The Art of Belonging Speakers include: • • • • • Tony Whittingham, Third Age Learning in a Digital World plus You can Teach an Old Dog New Tricks – E-Learning Sheila Benning, Sowing Ideas for Courses and Sharing Results Bert de Hosson, Electronic Management for U3As Warwick Wilson, Immigration and refugees Linda Emery, Who Do You Think You Are? Conference Dinner: Thursday 30 April 7pm Annual General Meeting and Members’ Forum: Friday 1 May 9am to 11.30am Further details: www.nsw.u3anet.org.au Sydney U3A members are encouraged to attend Hosted by U3A Southern Highlands Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 Proudly printed on Australian paper 3 EVENTS FOR ALL Semester 1, 2015 RANDWICK & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY 15 April 10:30 am 669 Anzac Parade, Maroubra Bowen library 2nd floor lift access Speaker: Freda Brookes Exhibitions: Works of Art, Photographs, Maps and Files Morning tea $2 Booking essential and by 8 April Margaret Steel 9371 6953 (2 - 5 pm) Travel arrangements will be provided at time of booking THE GREAT SYNAGOGUE AND JEWISH MUSEUM Guided tour Thursday 30 April 10 - 11 am 166 Castlereagh Street, Sydney The Great Synagogue is the headquarters of the Jewish Faith in Sydney. Built in Byzantine style and consecrated in 1878, it features touches of Gothic architecture and a stunning 'wheel window'. Founded in the 1980s, the AM Rosenblum Jewish Museum showcases the Great Synagogue's outstanding collection of Jewish artefacts including textiles, ritual silver and paintings. Cost $7 Booking essential and by 23 April Margaret Steel 9371 6953 (2 - 5 pm) Travel arrangements will be provided at time of booking GARVAN INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL RESEARCH**(30) Guided tour Tuesday 19 May 10 am - 12 noon 384 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst The Garvan Institute is a leader in gene-based medical research and we will be given the opportunity to hear about its breakthrough medical research. Our 90 minute tour will start with a walk through the Garvan and Kinghorn Centre buildings where there will be minimal seating available and we will have to walk for a period of 45 minutes. We will then move into the auditorium for a brief video and short presentation and hear from one of their researchers about the work they are conducting. Cost: Gold coin donation for morning tea provided at end of tour Bookings essential April Acheson 9349 5203 (not before 14 April) Organised by Eastern Region 4 Proudly printed on Australian paper Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 EVENTS FOR ALL Semester 1, 2015 St. MARY’S CATHEDRAL Guided tour Wednesday 20 May 10 - 11:30 am College Street, Sydney The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Mary is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney and the seat of the Archbishop of Sydney. Lunch $5 in convict built crypt of St.James Church, King St. 12:15 pm Musical Recital in St.James Church 1:15 pm. Donation $5 Booking essential and by 13 May - Margaret Steel 9371 6953 (2 - 5 pm) SYDNEY HOSPITAL AND LUCY OSBURN-NIGHTINGALE MUSEUM Guided tour Tuesday 9 June 10 - 11:30 am Macquarie Street, Sydney The Nightingale Wing, a four-storey Gothic Revival building behind Sydney Hospital, was designed by Thomas Rowe to provide accommodation for Lucy Osburn and the five trained nurses. It became home to the oldest nursing school in Australia. Donation $5 Refreshments available at on-site cafe Booking essential and by 2 June - Margaret Steel 9371 6953 (2 - 5 pm) END OF SEMESTER LUNCHEON Royal Automobile Club Tuesday 23 June 12 noon 89 Macquarie Street, Sydney. Parking available Near Circular Quay and bus terminus Enjoy food, fun and fellowship in an old world setting Cost at menu prices Booking essential and by 16 June - Margaret Steel 9371 6953 (2 - 5 pm) Members from all regions welcome Organised by Eastern Region Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 Proudly printed on Australian paper 5 EVENTS FOR ALL Semester 1, 2015 OPERA WITH LUNCH FOR SENIORS’ WEEK Friday 6 March 10:45am for 11am start (3:30 pm finish) Dougherty Community Centre - 7 Victor Street, Chatswood Cavalleria Rusticana and Pagliacci Introduced and explained by Ken Healey Lunch Cost: $28 (no refunds) Please mention special dietary requirements when booking Booking essential (up to 2 March). For enquiries and Bookings: Marje Ashworth 9516 2785 (Mon-Fri 9 - 5) Towards the end of the nineteenth century Italian opera appeared to be on the wane. This presentation of Mascagni’s Cavalleria Rusticana in a DVD double-bill with Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci reveals how in the 1890s Italian opera discovered realism (or verismo in Italian). This new style was distinguished by the use of common, everyday themes, though the term was often applied more broadly. Arguments still surround this style of Italian opera writing including which opera came first, a 1907 competition inviting young composers to submit a short opera, one of which bore the same title as another already successful opera, and will Domingo be Ken’s chosen tenor in both operas? There is only one way to find out. HISTORY TOUR OF THE QUARANTINE STATION, NORTH HEAD Wednesday 11 March Meet at the entrance to the Station at 10:15am for 10:30am start Cost: $30 (no refunds) - Tour takes approx. two hours No stairs but some steep slopes. Reasonable walking fitness required and enclosed shoes. Bookings essential: Marje Ashworth 9516 2785 (Mon-Fri 9 - 5) Getting there: North Head Scenic Drive. Sydney Harbour National Park. Manly. Parking available. Bus 135 leaves from Stand J opposite Manly Wharf at 9.38am (there is only one bus an hour). Or you can go by a Sydney Harbour Eco Hopper ferry from Wharf 6 at Circular Quay for $18 return, leaving at 9:25, arriving at the Quarantine Station Wharf at 10am. Return ferries are 12:43pm or 2:03pm. Explore the history of the Quarantine Station, hear stories of passengers who stayed there and the staff who lived and worked there. Visit the original historic buildings, view the equipment used, and appreciate the exceptional beauty of the Station’s surroundings. You will hear how procedures were carried out and experience what it must have been like to have been quarantined there. There is a café if you want lunch, or a museum to peruse if you want to stay after the tour. TOUR OF HISTORICAL WAVERLEY CEMETERY**(30) Wednesday 13 May Meet at the Reception Office no later than 10:15 am Just inside the gates at the intersection of St.Thomas Street and Trafalgar Street, Bronte. Cost: $22 (no refunds) – Tour takes up to two hours Involves walking in hilly terrain, so wear sensible shoes. Bring sun protection and drinking water. Unsuitable for people with mobility problems. Bookings essential: Marje Ashworth 9516 2785 (Mon-Fri 9 - 5) Getting there: For those taking public transport, the 378 from Central is the best bus to catch which has a stop a short block away from the gates. There is also plenty of on-street parking on the adjacent roads. Waverley Cemetery is a treasure trove of history. It was established in 1877, is noted for its largely intact Victorian and Edwardian monuments and contains the graves of many significant people who shaped Australia, including the poet Henry Lawson. You will learn about the other famous people buried there and the cemetery’s many fascinating stories. This is a working, full-service cemetery. The cemetery is self-funded, so tours of this nature contribute to its upkeep. Organised by Harbourside North Region 6 Proudly printed on Australian paper Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 EVENTS FOR ALL Semester 1, 2015 PATONGA – PALM BEACH Wednesday 18 February and Thursday 26 February Travel to Woy Woy by train, then bus to Patonga. Return to Palm Beach by Ferry | 9:15am train Central Country Platform to Woy Woy | Travel in the 3rd carriage and use your $2.50 excursion fare | Then bus to Patonga. Return by the 3pm Ferry to Palm Beach - ferry cost $5 | Then return by bus back to the city. Enjoy lunch at the lovely old Patonga Beach Hotel or at the local Fish and Chip Shop famous for its seafood, or bring a picnic. There will be time to browse the Art Galleries and ramble around the area. Bookings essential: Bobbie Kersten 8854 1646 Mob: 0410 873 605 Email: [email protected] SYDNEY CONSERVATORIUM OF MUSIC MUSEUM AND HERITAGE TOUR**(20) Thursday 12 March 11:15am Meet at Morshead Fountain entrance to Botanic Gardens, Cnr. Macquarie Street and Cahill Expressway (opposite State Library) Come and celebrate the centenary of this acclaimed international school of music. Walk the corridors underneath the Royal Botanic Gardens while listening to the stories about musicians past and present. Early lunch in park (BYO), followed by tour and concert. $18 charge payable on the day, finish 3pm Bookings essential as numbers are limited, Beatrice Scheepers Email: [email protected] Mob: 0402 969 004 (inquiries only) DOWNING CENTRE VISIT Tuesday 17 March 9:30 am - 12:30pm Tuesday 14 April 9:30 am - 12:30pm Leader: Ross Bell This will be a half-day visit to one of the busiest court complexes in Australia. Visit both local and district courts and learn about the support services on hand to assist and support the thousands of people who pass through the court system every year. Bookings essential: Ross Bell: email [email protected] Tel: 8005 6218 (inquiries only) Full information about visiting and transport options will be emailed to participants on enrolment OPERA: THE BARBER OF SEVILLE - Rossini Wednesday 25 March 1pm Burwood Library, Carpenter Room Corner Railway Parade and Condor Street, Burwood Introduced by David Liell This is a real comic opera. One of Rossini’s best. Produced by the Opera and Chorus of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden and starring Juan Diego Florez as Count Almaviva, Joyce Di Donato as Rosina and Pietro Spagnoli as Figaro. Estimated duration 3 hours. Cost: $5 (Afternoon Tea) Bookings: Bobbie Kersten 8854 1646 Mob: 0410 873 605 Email: [email protected] Organised by Inner West Region Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 Proudly printed on Australian paper 7 EVENTS FOR ALL Semester 1, 2015 BALLET: GISELLE - Adolphe Charles Adam Wednesday 15 April 1pm Canada Bay Library, Function Room Corner Wellbank and Flavelle Streets, Concord M41 Metrobus from Burwood Station to front door of Library Introduced by David Liell This fairy tale is based on a prose passage about the Wilis in Elementargeister by Heinrich Heine and a poem about a girl who dies after an all-night ball Fantomes by Victor Hugo. It is an Australian production recorded at the Adelaide Festival Centre in 1990 and stars Christine Walsh and Kevin Coe. DVD Duration 100 minutes Cost: $5 (Afternoon Tea) Bookings: Bobbie Kersten 8854 1646 Mob: 0410 873 605 Email: [email protected] HISTORIC HILLCREST HOUSE A visit to the home of Lawrence Hargrave - Stanwell Park Wednesday 22 April A talk by historian and author Michael Adams Depart Central 9am outside Country platform (the one in front of taxi stand) Coach to Stanwell Park, stopping to see the Sri Venkate Swara Temple. Morning Tea at Bald Hill, lunch in Stanwell Park Reserve at the Kiosk or bring your own picnic. Cost $25 Pay in advance Bookings essential: Bobbie Kersten 8854 1646 Mob: 0410 873 605 Email: [email protected] HOW THE COURTS WORK**(15) Due to popular demand course leader Beatrice Scheepers is repeating these two walks Part 1: Friday 10 April Meet 9.30am on steps of Sydney Town Hall, George Street Enjoy an insider’s view of the history, charm and curiosities of the inferior courts (civil and criminal) sitting at Brickfield Hill. Finish 12:30 pm. Affordable Korean lunch afterwards. Part 2: Friday 17 April Meet 9.30am at Queen Victoria Statue, Queens Square, opposite Hyde Park Barracks, Macquarie Street. Discover the quirks and intricacies of the superior courts (civil and criminal) at Queens Square, and view the recent refurbishments to the Law Courts building. Finish 12:30. Affordable lunch afterwards. Bookings essential (after 20 March) Email bookings only. Beatrice Scheepers Email: [email protected] Please note: Airport-style security applies at all courts, and participants are asked to leave all aerosols and sharp-bladed instruments at home. DARLINGHURST ART CRAWL**(20) Thursday 7 May Meet 10am at bus stop, corner of Burton and Forbes Streets, Darlinghurst. Bus 389 Darlinghurst is full of small galleries, so come along and feast your eyes on paintings, sculpture, jewellery, photography and ceramics. Start with coffee, then lunch later in park (BYO); Finish 2:30 pm Bookings essential as numbers are limited, Email bookings only. Beatrice Scheepers Email: [email protected] Mob: 0402 969 004 (inquiries only) Organised by Inner West Region 8 Proudly printed on Australian paper Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 EVENTS FOR ALL Semester 1, 2015 OPERA: RINALDO - HANDEL Wednesday 6 May 1pm Canada Bay Library, Function Room (Corner Wellbank and Flavelle Streets, Concord) Bus M41 Metrobus from Burwood Station Introduced by David Liell This was Handel’s first London Opera performed at the Queen’s Theatre, Haymarket in 1711. The story is based on the first Crusade as described by Tasso;s Jerusalem Delivered. This production is from Glyndebourne and stars Sonia Prina as Rinaldo with the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment. DVD Duration 190 minutes. Modern dress. Cost: $5 (Afternoon Tea) Bookings: Bobbie Kersten 8854 1646 Mob: 0410 873 605 Email: [email protected] GUIDED TOUR OF SYDNEY TOWN HALL**(20) Thursday 18 June Meet 9:30am at front steps, Town Hall, George Street This tour will include Centennial Hall, the Vestibule, Council Chambers, Lady Mayoress's Suite, Lord Mayor’s Room, the Grand Organ and the Lower Ground Floor. $5 payable on the day Bookings essential, but not before Thursday 28 May Email bookings only. Beatrice Scheepers Email: [email protected] | Mob: 0402 969 004 (inquiries only) Organised by Inner West Region ROCK ‘N’ ROLL DANCE PARTY Sunday 17 May 2pm - 6pm Auditorium, Pittwater RSL Club 82 Mona Vale Road, Mona Vale Come along and spend a Sunday afternoon reviving happy memories of years gone by. Your host John Shearer will select music from the 60s and 70s. Join in the dancing, or just enjoy the music. Lucky Door Prizes The Dance Party will cost $10 and advance booking is essential, by Wednesday 13 May Please send your name and membership number, together with a cheque or money order, payable to U3A Northern Beaches (print name and address on the reverse) to Northern Beaches U3A, PO Box 291, Dee Why, NSW 2099. If direct deposit is preferred, please email [email protected] for bank details. If you have any queries please contact Ruth Buchanan by email [email protected] (preferred) or 0401 203 368 Organised by Northern Beaches Region Insurance Sydney U3A Inc. has public liability insurance to cover against possible damage or injury to persons or property arising from proven negligence by any member of Sydney U3A or its invitees at the site on which the activity occurs, except in the case of water or aircraft activity. Members participating in a course that has a physical component, such as bush walking or exercise classes, are asked to sign a form acknowledging that the member understands the insurance cover before being accepted into one of these courses. Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 Proudly printed on Australian paper 9 EASTERN Regional Course Coordinator: Margaret Steel 9371 6953 Enquiries Only The only mandatory fee payable in Sydney U3A is your annual subscription. However, the regions do appreciate your voluntary contributions towards refreshments and a token of gratitude for the leader. EDGECLIFF: ST. JOSEPH’S PARISH CENTRE 10 Albert Street, Edgecliff. Buses 327, 324,325, 200 or train to Edgecliff station. Limited parking beneath Albert Court or on the street. Wheelchair accessible. All sessions 10:30 - 12:30 unless otherwise indicated. No bookings required. 151EJ01 NINE FABULOUS FRIDAYS A series of separate presentations on subjects of general interest 1.The Huguenots: The almost Forgotten People The Huguenots, the Protestants of France, contributed an enormous amount to all the countries to which they fled in their search for religious freedom. Friday 20 Feb Speaker: Robert Nash 2. The Hanseatic League A review of trade in the Baltic in the Middle Ages, focusing on the role and operations of the League, why it was established, and why it declined. Friday 6 March Speaker: Paul Waite 3. Gypsies in Australia This presentation will consider the history of the Romanies in Australia, beginning with the earliest convict arrivals, and the origins of their marginalisation within society. Friday 20 March Speaker: Christine Yeats 6. Pinchgut Opera and Vivaldi’s Bajazet Vivaldi’s passionate and powerful Bajazet (Verona - 1735) is a sublime tragedy with amazing virtuosic arias, heartfelt lyricism, defeat, betrayal, love, lust and poison. Friday 15 May Speaker: Liz Neilsen Learn about recent major developments in education that benefit seniors. Learn about anything at any time using free resources from the world’s great universities and colleges. Monday 23 Feb Speaker: Tony Whittingham 7. Writing a ‘short’ history of Australia in the 20th Century 3. Managing Depression and Building Resilience Andrew Tink’s reaction to a request by NewSouth Publishing to write in less than 12 months a narrative non-partisan history including sport, the arts, politics and the military in 80,00 words or less of Australia in the 20th Century. Friday 29 May Speaker: Andrew Tink Depression is more common than you think. But there is hope. We consider how to recognise it, how to manage it and develop strategies that help us mentally and emotionally cope when life gets hard. Monday 9 March Speaker: Christine Lopascinsler 8. What is a Just War? 4. Falls Prevention Australia has gone to war regularly since 1901. Which of World War I or II, the Korean War, the First Gulf War etc. were ‘just’ wars? Friday 12 June Speaker: Tony Palfreeman 9. Coal Seam Gas – Discussing community's Concerns 151EJ02 6. Cancer Prevention 5. Roman Religion I share with you my secrets of how I helped myself. It has been a hard journey, and yet I still feel pretty healthy and well. I will talk about what I have discovered about health, and what my doctors did not tell me about ageing and health. Monday 9 Feb Speaker: Gunhild Krogsdam 10 5. Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine – What they are and how they work? Come and hear about acupuncture and Chinese herbs – how they work, what they can be used for, how they help with ageing gracefully – and get answers to common questions. The speaker is a researcher from the Garvan Institute Monday 13 April Speaker: Machelle Boothroyth 4. The Lebanese in Australia The real truth about Roman religion; the gods, ritual and various beliefs will be explored with even a bit of Latin thrown in. Friday 1 May Speaker: Anne Richardson We look at strategies to lessen the chances for a fall. Monday 23 March Speaker: Christine Lopascinsler What is CSG? How is it extracted and what are the Community’s concerns about it? The talk will concentrate on the current NSW situation and the community’s opposition to its extraction. Friday 26 June Speaker: Heather Saville EIGHT ALTERNATIVE MONDAYS WITH THE THEME: HEALTH AND AGEING 1. How I Survived From the Age of 50 to 78 People from the Mt Lebanon region of Syria, now Lebanon, have been coming to Australia since the 1870s. A quick glimpse of their early history here through legislative lens. Friday 17 April Speaker: Freda Backes 2. You are Never Too Old to Learn Proudly printed on Australian paper This session will address common cancers, causes of cancer (including cancer genetics, lifestyle and environmental factors), cancer prevention strategies and screening programs. Monday 4 May Speaker: Gabriella Prest 7. The Age of Ageing We look at the way in which the unprecedented ageing of population is causing the social and economic collapse of civilisations. Monday 18 May Speaker: Antony McCurdy Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 8. Health, Drugs and Ageing This session will discuss the clinical implications of using multiple medications in older people. Older people age in a highly individual and varied way, which impact on individuals’ health needs and goals for treatment. The speaker is a researcher on clinical and geriatric pharmacology, USyd. Monday 1 June Speaker: Danijela Gnjidic 151EJ03 SECRET SOCIETIES In the last decade some works of fiction ignited interest in secret societies and the conspiracy theories they tend to generate. We will explore the continuity of thought and the connections linking many secret societies from ancient times to the present day Mondays 16 Feb. 2, 16, 30 March. 20 April. 11, 25 May Leader: Gail Ball 1511EJ04 MEDICARE: THE FUTURE The course examines the projected costs to the Federal Government of future funding of Medicare and looks at possible means-testing for Medicare eligibility. Tuesday 10 Feb Speaker: Brett Hurley 151EJ05 ST. VINCENT’S HOSPITAL SYDNEY 1857-2015 History of St.Vincent’s Hospital Sydney founded by the Sisters of Charity 1857. Tuesday 17 Feb Speaker: Anne Cooke 151EJ06 THE BUSHRANGERS The Wolloojack gang were the most feared gang of NSW bush rangers in the late 1820s, almost unknown, their deeds censored in a convict colony. Three hangings, a gunfight, murder and mayhem, a ripping yarn. Tuesday 24 Feb Speaker: Michael Adams 151EJ07 IS FORGIVENESS REALLY FREE? Forgiveness, Atonement and other relational necessities. What is forgiveness? How do we forgive other people and yet uphold justice and truth? From an author and theologian. Tuesday 3 March Speaker: Michael Jensen 151EJ08 151EJ15 Life and society in ancient Iran under: 1, Medians, Achamenians, Selucides, Parthian and Sasanid Empires. 2. Islam 651 to 946 AD 3. Safavid rule 1501 to 1786 and aftermath to 1794. 4. Qajar rule 1794-1925, first Iranian revolution 1905 followed by Pahlavi dynasty 19251978, second revolution and establishment of Islamic Republic of Iran (4 sessions) Tuesdays 10, 24 March. 14, 28 April Leader: Ali Nasseri What is Parkinson’s disease? Is it only for the aged? Simple home steps for quality of care. Speaker is a member of Prince Henry Hospital Trained Nurses Association. Tuesday 26 May Speaker: Lyn Smith ANCIENT AND CONTEMPORARY IRAN 151EJ09 POST-REFORMATION MUSIC An international musical performer and theologian explores the effects of the English Reformation on Music in the Church, Cathedral and Concert hall. Tuesday 17 March Speaker: Daniel Dries 151EJ10 PIANISTS ALL: A SELECTION OF JAZZ PIANISTS The dynamic range of the piano makes it ideal for group and solo work. We will hear lesser-known pianists and some familiarly known as singers or band leaders. The second session will contrast some of these players (2 sessions) Tuesday 7 April. Thursday 11 June Leader: Leonard Clarke 151EJ16 A BOY’S OWN ADVENTURE, THE STORY OF EDWARD JOHN EYRE IN AUSTRALIA Edward John Eyre was 17 when he reached Sydney in 1833. We trace his journeys over eight years as he travelled the width of Australia. Tuesday 2 June Speaker: Barbara Boston 151EJ17 EVENT: TOUR OF SYDNEY HOSPITAL Tuesday 9 June See Events for All at front of book 151EJ18 UNDERSTANDING JEWISH FOOD TRADITIONS A journey into how the dietary laws created different cuisines throughout the Jewish world. Tuesday 16 June Speaker: David Hilton 151EJ20 151EJ11 PUBLIC SPEAKING The respiratory system; breathing technique; voice production. How to be heard and effective in speaking. Tuesday 21 April Speakers: Mavis Feingold, Margaret Steel 151EJ12 ABORIGINAL ARTS AND MEDIA Contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait culture as expressed through arts and media. Tuesday 5 May Speaker: Christopher Sainsbury 151EJ13 CELEBRATION OF NURSES IN WWI Coast Hospital Trained Nurses who went to war and won. Presented by the Curator of Nursing and Medical Museum, Prince Henry Hospital. Tuesday 12 May Speaker: Lyn Smith 151EJ14 EVENT: GARVAN INSTITUTE TOUR Tuesday 19 May See Events for All at front of book Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 PARKINSON’S DISEASE AND AGED CARE EVENT: LUNCH ROYAL AUTOMOBILE CLUB Tuesday 23 June See Events for All at front of book 151EJ21 MINDFULNESS FOR HEALTH AND HAPPINESS Judith is a lecturer at UNSW in Biological Sciences. Studies show us that learning to be present and letting go of the stories we create about situations help to enhance emotional resilience and improve both physical and mental health (4 sessions) Each Wednesday from 18 Feb Leader: Judith: Lissing 151EJ22 BUDDHISM FOR MODERN-DAY AUSTRALIANS Ian is a lecturer, lawyer and theologian. This course focuses on the key ideas and teachings of Buddhism. Introduction to Buddhism; Buddhism as both a religion and a system of psychology; the different types or forms of Buddhism; the key ideas and teachings of Buddhism; similarities and differences from other religions. (4 sessions) Each Wednesday from 18 March Leader: Ian Ellis-Jones Proudly printed on Australian paper 11 151EJ23 EVENT: TOUR TO RANDWICK HISTORICAL SOCIETY Wednesday 15 April See Events for All at front of book 151EJ24 A BRIEF HISTORY OF ROME Lecturer in local college. View of Ancient Rome: mythical origins, the forum and city, expansion and Romanisation, from Republic to Empire, Games and culture, enemies, collapse and legacy. Wednesday 22 April Speaker: Barry Corcoran 151EJ25 WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD Introduction to a video on changing seasons. Wednesdays 29 April and 10 June Leader: Robin Hutcheon 151EJ26 HISTORY OF PRINCE HENRY HOSPITAL 151EJ31 151EJ37 HUMAN RIGHTS WATCH Human Rights Watch is an international organisation dedicated to defending and promoting human rights around the world. Our rigorous investigations and strategic advocacy expose human rights abuses and lay groundwork to create meaningful, lasting change. Wednesday June 17 Speaker: Elaine Pearson 151EJ32 BE ALERT AND ALARMED Author Elaine Walters discusses in her recently launched book expansion of the commercialised drug culture and the dangers associated with the use of cannabis and other gateway drugs by adolescents. Elaine is a drug counsellor and drug educator. Wednesday 24 June Speaker: Elaine Walters 151EJ33 LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL PART 1 The History of the Coast/Prince Henry Hospital from 1881-2003, from infectious diseases to a modern University teaching facility. Presented by the hospital Museum Curator. Wednesday 6 May Speaker: Lyn Smith A course in which you can listen, sing, and discuss music, mainly rock ‘n roll from its beginnings in the 50’s and 60’s. (10 sessions) Alt Thursdays from 12 Feb Leader: John Shearer 151EJ27 151EJ34 PODIATRY A brief overview of what podiatry is? How a podiatrist can help you with general podiatry issues. How diabetes affects the feet and how to reduce falls. Wednesday 13 May Speaker: Michael Bozic What was the outcome? Hollywood! A thriving industry! Thursday 19 Feb. Speaker: Hugh Watson 151EJ35 TWO MORE GREAT PAINTERS 151EJ28 EVENT: TOUR TO ST. MARY’S AND ST. JAMES CHURCHES Wednesday 20 May See Events for All at front of book 151EJ29 THE THEOSOPHICAL SOCIETY. WHAT IS IT ALL ABOUT? An introduction to the Theosophical Society, past and present, with other comments about its international effect on attitudes, the zeitgeist and the birth of other organisations, for example, Rudolf Steiner schools. Wednesday 27 May Speaker: Kate Smorty 151EJ30 STEPPING ON (SO), STEPPING OUT WITH CONFIDENCE SO is a research based prevention program by the NSW Health system for older people. It includes exercise, home hazards, calcium, vitamin C and pharmacy. Wednesday 3 June Speaker: Patricia Lynch 12 CONFESSIONS OF A NAZI SPY 1. Aboriginal artist Emily Kngwarreye, who started to paint at 70 years of age, is more highly regarded abroad than at home. The Empress of Japan is one of her admirers. An Art Gallery, purely dedicated to her work, was established in Melbourne in 2013. 2. Ginger Riley Mmunduwalawala began painting when he was 50 years of age and created an intensely colourful and unique style, which was recognised in many international exhibitions (2 sessions) Thursdays 5 and 19 March Leader: Reinhard Ronnebeck EVENT: TOUR OF THE GREAT SYNAGOGOUE Thursday 30 April See Events for All at front of book 151EJ38 1066 AND ALL THAT, THE BAYEUX TAPESTRY The Norman Conquest is recorded in this tapestry, often regarded as the world’s oldest comic book. Is it Norman propaganda or is it a unique record of history, secular and sacred art? Thursday 14 May Speaker: Dorothy McDonald 151EJ39 THE NEW 114th US CONGRESS In the early stages of the New Congress we will be getting some idea of how it will be performing and the issues being considered. The President and the Supreme Court will continue to impact on the work of Congress leading up to the elections of 2016. Thursday 25 June Speaker: Bill Levantrosser ELIZABETH BAY: TRABARTHA APARTMENTS Residents’ Lounge 2nd Floor 61-69 Roslyn Gardens. 10 minutes walk from Kings Cross Station. Buses 323,324,325 from Watsons Bay/Bondi Junction; 326, 327 from Circular Quay. Limited street parking. 151ET01 LAST FRIDAY BOOK CLUB Share your interest in books by enjoying lively discussions with other avid readers. At each meeting the group decides the next book to be discussed, with the condition that it is readily available at an affordable price or can be borrowed from a local library. (5 sessions) Last Friday of each month from 27 Feb Leader and bookings: Jan Macindoe 9660 0208 Mob: 0424 537 557 Email: macindoe@big:pond.net.au 151EJ36 THE MIDDLE EAST AND SOUTH ASIA 1. A kaleidoscope of cultures and civilisations. 2. Buddhism, history and its global spread. (2 sessions) Thursdays 16 April and 28 May Leader: Himanshu Jhala Proudly printed on Australian paper Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 MAROUBRA: BOWEN LIBRARY Anzac Pde (cnr Gale St) Maroubra Junction Buses 353,400 from Bondi Junction; 393, 397,399 from Central Railway or the city. 151EB01 FILM DISCUSSION**(20) Do you enjoy going to the movies, and would you like to share your opinions with others? Each fortnight, a discussion of acting, characters, plot and cinematography will be held on one or two nominated movies. Alt. Tuesdays from 3 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leaders and Bookings: Graham Blazey 9365 1961 Gail Filetti 9349 5591 151EB02 DISCUSSION GROUP If you are interested in the world around you, combined with a love of the occasional debate, come and join us at Maroubra. We have fun. Alt Tuesdays from 10 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Judy Banwell 9664 2853 PADDINGTON: EJ WARD COMMUNITY CENTRE 189 Underwood Street, Paddington. Buses 380, 381, street parking. 151EP01 FRENCH INTERMEDIATE Some previous knowledge is required. Course covers basic grammar, reading, vocabulary and conversation. A full year course. Alt Mondays from 23 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leaders and Bookings: Albert and Arlette Rousseau 9371 5725 151EP02 FRENCH ADVANCED This is an informal discussion group. We chat, debate topical subjects, read articles, learn pronunciation and have fun while brushing up on our French with a Parisian presenter. A full year course. Alt Fridays from 6 Feb 10:30 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Sabina Menczel 9371 5760 151EP03 FRENCH CONVERSATION Lively discussion group debating topical subjects. A full year course. Each Thursday from 5 Feb 9:30 - 11:00 Leader and Bookings: Sophie Brown 9953 2557 151EP04 ITALIAN BEGINNERS This course is a new course for beginners. Each Thursday from 5 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Pia Ottavian 0416 778 966 WOOLLAHRA: HOLDSWORTH COMMUNITY CENTRE WAVERLEY COMMUNITY AND SENIORS CENTRE B31- 33 Spring Street (Mill Hill Community Centre), Bondi Junction. Regular buses or trains to Bondi Junction. 151ES01 SPANISH INTERMEDIATE Corner of Edgecliff Road and Queen Street Woollahra Bus 200 from Bondi Junction 151EW01 ITALIAN BEGINNERS An adequate knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation is needed, as well as a sense of humour. Each Thursday from 12 Feb Leader and Bookings: Christine Lozano 9389 4310 This is a new course for beginners. Alt Thursdays from 5 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Isabella Franceschini 9380 9231 PRIVATE HOMES 151EW02 First Thursday of each month from 5 Feb 2:00 onwards Leader and Bookings: Janet Sculfer 9387 2770 ITALIAN ADVANCED This course is for people who have a reasonable knowledge of Italian. It is conducted in Italian including some advanced grammar. Alt Wednesdays from 11 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Isabella Franceschini 9380 9231 151EW03 151EH01 BRONTE - BOOK GROUP 151EH02 NORTH BONDI - BOOK GROUP Third Wednesday of each month from 21 Feb 2:00 onwards Leader and Bookings: Patricia Dunn 9365 6896 151EH03 GERMAN ADVANCED Previous knowledge of German essential. Alt Fridays from 13 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Lisa Gerber 9313 7668 151EW04 ROSE BAY - BOOK GROUP First Wednesday of each month from 4 Feb 2:00 onwards Leader and Bookings: Sylvia Bennett 9371 5547 FRENCH BEGINNERS Course focus is on conversation necessary for travelling. Also covers basic grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary. Each Thursday from 5 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Jeanette Pham 9398 1835 Email: [email protected] Members are asked to quote their membership number when booking into all courses Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 Explore courses in other regions CATCH A METROBUS Services run every 15 minutes Metrobus Network Map on Page 52 Proudly printed on Australian paper 13 ENDEAVOUR (SOUTHERN) Regional Course Coordinator: Ted Watson 9527 3689 Enquiries Only The only mandatory fee payable in Sydney U3A is your annual subscription. However, the regions do appreciate your voluntary contributions towards refreshments and a token of gratitude for the leader. ENDEAVOUR (SOUTHERN) REGION OF SYDNEY U3A Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting and Election of Office Bearers followed by a Welcome to New Members will be held on Thursday 12 February at 10:30am at Cronulla School of Arts, Upstairs Theatrette 6 Surf Road, Cronulla All members, including new members and ESPECIALLY LEADERS, are invited to attend our Annual General Meeting, which is an invaluable opportunity for all members to indicate support for the continuing success of our organisation. Your attendance will confirm that you are interested in promoting the excellent work of U3A as an ongoing community influence in the Sutherland and St George regions. The AGM will also be an opportunity for each Leader to showcase features of their particular course for the first semester of 2015. Morning tea will follow the AGM, providing opportunity for members to socialise and renew acquaintance with others, and to make welcome new members in our region. Positions open for election/re-election are President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Regional Course Coordinator and Committee Members. Information and nomination forms may be obtained from and returned to Secretary, Thelma King (9525 1580), 31A Drake Avenue, Caringbah 2229 by 29 January 2015. All Sydney U3A members are welcome to attend. Please write this date in your diary now. CRONULLA SCHOOL OF ARTS 151EC02 RECORDER 1. Upstairs Activity Room We are an enthusiastic group of recorder players, descant, treble and tenor. If you are fairly competent in any of these instruments we would love to hear from you. Each Thursday from 5 Feb 10:30 - 11:45 Leader and Bookings: Dorothy Singleton 9523 9134 151EC01 151EC03 A two-storey building with two rooms in 6 Surf Road, Cronulla. A short, level walk from the station. FRENCH FOR POST BEGINNERS**(20) This course is suitable for those with approximately 60 hours of recent tuition. Each Monday from 2 Feb 2:00 - 3:30 Leader: Diana Glenn 9523 9361 Email: [email protected] 14 ART- PAINTING AND DRAWING Come on a journey of discovery to find the artist in you. Learn to create your own masterpiece using the medium of your choice. Enjoy the seaside ambience and relaxed atmosphere of Cronulla with its wealth of subjects to paint. Focus on light, shape, movement and colour. This could be the class for you. Everyone is welcome. Proudly printed on Australian paper Second and fourth Thursday from 12 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Noelene Smith 9544 7642 2. Upstairs Theatrette 151EC04 EXPLORATIONS IN MUSIC A music appreciation course. A listening experience covering various kinds of music from early classical, romantic, orchestral and choral through to jazz and synthesizer. We explore different countries, themes or individual composers from a range of different eras. Detailed handouts supplied. Come, enjoy and be challenged. Second and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 11 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader: Sam Adams 9522 9386 Bookings: Dorothy Mills 9520 4072 Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 151EC05 THE PURSUIT OF POETRY For the enjoyment and engagement of all members. The group will be encouraged to present poems as wide- ranging in time, place, type and content as they choose. Second and fourth Thursdays of each month from 12 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader: Patricia Green 9524 2523 Mob: 0408 555 264 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Ted Watson 9527 3689 Email: [email protected] 151EC06 HISTORY OF ART This course looks at the works of worldfamous artists over the centuries. Members of the class present biographies with DVD and computer presentation. Second and fourth Tuesdays of each month from 10 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Beverley Theodore 9532 1141 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Margaret Kingston 9523 1353 Email: [email protected] 151EC07 GEMS OF THE SILVER SCREEN Films: current, forties and fifties periods, all in DVD format, will be supplied and shown by Brian Harvey from his collection. First and third Tuesdays of each month from 3 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 approx. Leader: Brian Harvey 9579 2207 Bookings: Dorothy Mills 9520 4072 151EC08 ASPECTS OF AUSTRALIAN HISTORY A potpourri of Australian history presented by some class members and occasional guest speakers. Second and fourth Mondays of each month from 9 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader: Barry Hughes 9520 6130 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Beryl Davis 9524 2661 151EC09 ARMCHAIR TRAVELLERS Come and share travel stories and life experiences. First and third Wednesdays of each month from 4 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Frank Daniel 9524 2311 Mob: 0417 400 374 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Mary Small 9522 9917 Email: [email protected] 151EC10 BALLET ON SCREEN Newcomers and connoisseurs are welcome – Royal Ballet’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (Christopher Wheeldon; Carmen (Culberg Ballet) with Part 2 of The Australian Ballet’s 50th Anniversary Gala; Sleeping Beauty (Australian Ballet); Le Songe (based on Midsummer Night’s Dream) (Ballets de Monte Carlo); Best of the Bolshoi Ballet (London 1956). (5 sessions) Mondays 16 Feb, 16 Mar, 20 April, 18 May, 15 June 1:30 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Jean Singleton-Turner 9525 6084 Email: [email protected] 151EC11 READING AND DISCUSSING SHAKESPEARE**(25) We begin with the tragedy of Othello, ‘The Moor of Venice’; ‘O! beware my lord of jealousy’; ‘It is the green-ey’d monster’. We follow with The Taming of the Shrew. First and third Tuesdays of each month from 3 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Robert Englund 8521 7540 Email: [email protected] 151EC12 SHAKESPEARE’S WORLD AND STAGE First session - The Royal Shakespeare Company’s Richard ll (2013) filmed at Stratford-upon-Avon with David Tennant in the title role. Second session – Shakespeare’s wordy comedy Love’s Labour’s Lost described by the Director as ‘a joyful banquet of language, groaning with puns, rhymes and parodies’ filmed at Shakespeare’s Globe, London (2007). Wednesdays 1 April and 6 May 1:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Jean Singleton-Turner 9525 6084 Email: [email protected] 151EC13 JANE AUSTEN AND HER WORLD Discover, or revisit, Jane Austen and her world. Each session will comprise a short lecture (by a different speaker each month) on a topic relevant to Jane Austen’s time, followed by the screening of a film adaptation of each of the major novels, and discussion thereafter. (6 sessions continuing to Sept) Wednesdays 18 March, 20 May and 17 June 1:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Jean Singleton-Turner 9525 6084 Email: [email protected] 151EC14 SCIENCE FICTION – POSSIBLE FUTURES? Science fiction may have many interesting elements – exploring the cosmos, contact with other species, scientific advances, time travel, robots, etc. Come and share the mind-expanding experiences and pleasure of classic Sci-Fi. At our first meeting we will select the books for our voyage into possible futures. Second and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 11 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Robert Englund 8521 7540 Email: [email protected] Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 151EC15 NAN AND POP TEACH ETHICS Probably everyone wants their children and grandchildren to grow into good, honest and fair adults. This course hopes to show you how children’s literature can allow them to introduce values and ethical thinking to young children (6-12 years) in a way that can be powerful and effective. Please enrol via email. If not possible please use home phone number. (4 sessions) Second and fourth Tuesdays 10 Feb, 24 Feb, 10 March and 24 March 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Ross Bell 8005 6218 Mob: 0402 285 972 Email: [email protected] 151EC16 OPERA IN CRONULLA An inexpensive and comfortable way to familiarise yourself with all types of opera. A large screen and good sound will make this a most pleasant experience. The program, during the semester, will include La Boheme (Giacomo Puccini), L’elisir D’amore (Gaetano Donizetti), Otello (Giuseppe Verdi), Cosi Fan Tutte (Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart), and Macbeth (Giuseppe Verdi). There will be no opera during school or public holidays. First Thursday of each month from 5 Feb 1:00 - 4:00 Leaders: Dorothy Singleton 9523 9134 and Krista Blinco 9540 3098 (for bookings) 151EC17 AN AFTERNOON WITH GILBERT AND SULLIVAN A pleasant afternoon of Gilbert and Sullivan operas on DVD. The performance will also include an introductory handout detailing the synopsis of the opera and names of the cast. Third Thursday of each month from 19 March 1:00 - 3:00 Leader: Sam Adams 9522 9386 Bookings: Thelma McColough 8338 8616 CRONULLA COMMUNITY HALL 38-60 Croydon Street. Meeting room 1. A short walk from Cronulla station. Take Cronulla Street into Cronulla Mall. Access via walkway next to shop 15. Parking is available in Croydon Street car park and enter beside numbers 38-60. 151EA01 FRENCH FOR INTERMEDIATE SPEAKERS**(18) This is a cooperative group for those willing to participate in and contribute to a mixture of French discussion/text/grammar/culture. Course participants should be willing to lead in different aspects of the sessions. Each Monday from 2 Feb 2:00 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Susan Molloy-Johnson 9546 5170 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian paper 15 GYMEA COMMUNITY HALL 31-33 Gymea Bay Road. A short walk from Gymea station to rear of a small park beside the Gymea Hotel or enter from Talara Road where parking may be found. 151EG01 CREATIVE WRITING An introduction to the fun of self-expression. Alt Mondays from 2 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Frank Davis 9524 2661 Bookings: Sandra Keller 9540 1194 Email: [email protected] 151EG02 MIDDLE EASTERN DANCING The oldest dance form for women explored and expressed to traditional music. A great way to keep fit and have fun. If you can walk you can dance. Each Monday from 2 Feb 1:30 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Faye Green 9521 6575 Email: [email protected] 151EG03 Each Wednesday from 4 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Angela Balding 9524 2018 Bookings: Leona Harris 9522 3225 MIRANDA COMMUNITY CENTRE 93 Karimbla Road. A short walk south from Miranda station with parking in Karimbla or Kiora Roads or in Miranda Fair. 151EM01 AUSTRALIAN HISTORY DISCUSSION GROUP Talks on any aspect of Australian history. Topics and talks chosen and given by group members who are prepared to do so. First and third Wednesdays of each month from 4 Feb 1:30 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Janice Martin 9522 0932 Mob 0416 067 455 Email: [email protected] Secretary: Elizabeth Donovan DRAWING**(20) 151EM02 Explore the art of drawing using various mediums - pencil, charcoal, pastel, pen and wash, watercolour pencils. Course includes visits to art galleries. Each Tuesday from 3 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader: Judith Walker 9544 2638 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Sue MacDonald 9528 8179 Email: [email protected] As a background to Roman religion we will briefly consider Roman history, law and the emergence of the individual citizen. Literature and the arts will be included but little military history. Alt Wednesday from 4 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Jacques Goldman 9518 6741 151EG04 DISCOVERING ART This class will discuss the different aspects of art from architecture to sculpture with topics such as art nouveau, Celtic art, surrealism, origami and abstract art. We will also look at your favourite artists. Visits to art galleries are a regular highlight. First and third Tuesdays of each month from 3 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Joan Bruel 9525 5334 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Judy Meredith 9528 8730 GYMEA COMMUNITY CENTRE 39 Gymea Bay Road, Short walk from Gymea station to small park near Gymea Hotel or walk through from Talara Road where some parking may be found. 151ED01 AUSTRALIA OUR LAND**(15) Using books and videos from the library we study and discuss the environmental, geographical, historical and cultural aspects of our wonderful country. 16 PATHWAYS TO THE GODS MIRANDA: WESTFIELD 600 Kingsway. A short walk from Miranda Station. Suite G108 next to Lincraft Store on ground floor, Kiora Road. 151EW01 THE RISE AND FALL OF ANCIENT CIVILISATIONS**(20) In-depth study of ancient civilisations from early Egypt, surrounding empires and Mediterranean states. Each Tuesday from 3 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Elsie Barraclough 9529 7759 Bookings: Coleen Bracken 9523 6570 151EW03 FRENCH INTERMEDIATE**(18) Covers grammar, vocabulary, listening and conversation. Use will be made of audio and videotapes, supplemented by written texts. Each Monday from 2 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Bill Leach 9579 1251 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Denis Miller 9523 3627 Email: [email protected] 151EW04 FRENCH CONVERSATION**(18) A small group participates in French conversation over a cup of tea. Each Monday from 2 Feb 12:00 - 1:00 Leader: Bill Leach 9579 1251 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Denis Miller 9523 3627 Email: [email protected] OATLEY LIBRARY 26 Letitia Street, Oatley. A 10-minute walk from Oatley Station (continue past the clock) or limited street parking. 151EO01 ITALIAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE Focuses on speaking, writing, listening and reading Italian at survival level or better, depending on the class. We explore grammar, literature, poetry, history, art, tourism, songs, opera themes, and recipes. Classes are in English and Italian depending on the topic and the class. Each Thursday from 12 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: John Della Torre 9570 3332 151EO02 ENJOYING ART**(16) This is an art group that meets once a week to enjoy our own art. There are no formal lessons as each of us likes to do our own form of art. We have beginners to serious artists, and we find that we learn by helping each other. Each Wednesday from 4 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Doreen Kellett 9525 0531 Mob: 0407 276 416 Email: [email protected] 151EW02 WORLD HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENTS**(20) This is a discussion group. All members are entitled to participate by doing research on agreed topics and taking part in group discussions. Each Thursday from 15 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Elizabeth Torok 9666 8169 Bookings: Yvonne Muntz 9544 1122 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian paper Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 SOUTH HURSTVILLE LIBRARY 1 Allen Street, South Hurstville. Buses 970 or 972 from Hurstville or Miranda stations. 151EL01 DISCUSSION GROUP**(16) Our friendly group enjoys stimulating and serious discussion on current affairs and a variety of subjects. There is controversy, reminiscing and usually lots of laughter. Each Monday from 2 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Betty Buchanan 9580 1366 151EL02 AWARD-WINNING NOVELS**(10) Friendly group meeting, to discuss awardwinning novels, or novels any one of the group thinks should have won an award! First Wednesday of each month from 4 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Patricia Healy 9529 6734 Email: [email protected] HURSTVILLE BENEVOLENT SOCIETY 7-11 The Avenue, Level 4, Building 2. Car park next door with access to lift. 10-minute walk from Hurstville station. 151EB01 DISCUSSION GROUP Would you enjoy sharing and exchanging various ideas? We explore a subject chosen by the group as well as spontaneous individual contributions. First and third Tuesdays of each month from 3 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Dorothy Clarke 9528 7259 Email: [email protected] 151EB02 WRITING CREATIVELY**(10) A small friendly self-help group where you can develop your writing skills and share your stories and life experiences. Beginners welcome. First and third Tuesdays of each month from 3 Feb 1:30 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Yvonne Tracey 9587 3245 Email: [email protected] 151EB03 GERMAN CONVERSATION**(10) Intermediate to advanced conversational German. Second and fourth Thursdays of each month from 5 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Helmi Albrecht 9597 6628 Mob: 0412 635 976 Email: [email protected] 151ES04 SUTHERLAND LIBRARY IT’S TIME TO BE CREATIVE Committee Room, Sutherland Library, Belmont Street, Sutherland 151ES01 CRIME LITERATURE**(25) Emphasis is on top-quality authors of both fiction and non-fiction books. All members have the opportunity to contribute during this enjoyable and relaxed gathering. First and third Tuesdays of each month from 3 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Marilyn Fookes 9524 6372 Mob: 0425 369 819 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Rowena Evans 9520 7711 Email: [email protected] SUTHERLAND LEISURE CENTRE Committee Room, Sutherland Leisure Centre, 1 Rawson Avenue, Sutherland 2014. Parking available. A long walk from the Sutherland station. 151ES02 ASPECTS OF ARCHAEOLOGY**(12) Using books, DVDs and VCRs, a variety of cultures are studied, for example, Mayan and Indian. When appropriate we attend exhibitions at the Australian or Powerhouse Museums in lieu of a meeting. First and third Fridays of each month from 6 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader: Mary Armstrong 9567 0995 Bookings: Trevor Campbell 9525 6970 SUTHERLAND PENSIONERS CENTRE YOWIE BAY: WATERBROOK LIFESTYLE RESORT 19 Wyralla Road, Yowie Bay. A long walk from Miranda Station; ample parking along street. 151EY01 MUSIC FOR PLEASURE: THE CLASSICAL ROMANTICS**(20) Music appreciation: classical and romantic periods. First and third Tuesdays of each month from 3 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Joint Leader: Joan Bolton 9541 3016 Mob: 0416 143 077 Email: [email protected] Joint Leader and Bookings: Bob Hallahan 9594 0214 Mob: 0424 926 683 Email: [email protected] OUT THERE! 151EX01 U3A ENDEAVOUR CAMPUS WALKERS: BUSH RAMBLES AND SYDNEY BY FERRY AND FOOT Community hall at 749 Old Princess Highway Sutherland. A very short walk from the Sutherland Railway Station. 151ES03 ARE YOU MAKING THE MOST OF RETIREMENT? This is Your Time! What are You doing during this important part of Your life? How will you stay happy, healthy and fulfilled? A workshop exploring the joys, opportunities and pitfalls of retirement, and with a break for morning tea. Email enrolment preferred. Thursday 5 Feb 9:30 - 11:30 Leader and Bookings: Henry Collins 9544 4328 Email: [email protected] Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 “The true sign of intelligence is not knowledge but imagination” (Einstein). We all own the cleverest machine in the universe – the brain. We all have imagination. With encouragement, anyone can create stories, poems, pictures, songs and solutions to problems. A series of 8 weekly sessions of 2 hours exploring various approaches to creativity. Email enrolment preferred. Each Thursday from 12 Feb 9:30 - 11:30am Leader and Bookings: Henry Collins 9544 4328 Email: [email protected] Bush and town walks previously walked by leader. Items of interest indicated such as history, fauna, flora, geology. Walks described in our programs to indicate degree of difficulty. A 4-5 day social walking holiday held yearly. Members are encouraged to participate in as many activities as possible. Each Thursday from 5 Feb variable meeting times Leader: Allen Griffiths Email: [email protected] Bookings: June Symes 9524 2817 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian paper 17 151EX02 151EH03 A variety of walks around all areas of Sydney and surrounds ranging from medium level to easier bushwalks, track and street walks, going to beautiful and interesting places, whilst enjoying good company in the outdoors. We welcome members from all U3A regions to come and join us. Alt Fridays from 13 Feb 8:30 - 3:00 (variable) Coordinator and Bookings: Joan Collins 9521 3269 Email: [email protected] Assistant Coordinator/Bookings: Robyn Kemp 9520 4740 Email: [email protected] Group meets to share experiences (successes and failures). Topics include seed raising and saving, permaculture, organics, herbs and vegetables and companion planting. On alternate Saturdays, we visit the gardens of members for afternoon tea and new ideas. First and third Saturdays of each month from 7 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Robyn Daniel 9524 2311 Mob: 0438 524 231 Email: [email protected] WALKING IN SYDNEY AND SURROUNDS**(35) 151EX03 WALKING AROUND SYDNEY**(35) A variety of walks around all areas of Sydney ranging from medium level to easier bushwalks, track and street walks, going to beautiful and interesting places whilst enjoying good company in the outdoors. We welcome members from all U3A regions to come and join us. Alt Fridays from 6 Feb. Various locations and times as per program. Coordinator: Mac Simpson 9389 7459 Mob: 0450 740 404 Email: [email protected] Assistant Coordinator/Bookings: Teresa Lamberton 9502 4420 Email: [email protected] GARDENING: HARVESTING THE SUBURBS (Gymea Bay)**(12) 151EH04 MUSIC TO WARM YOUR HEART (Lilli Pilli)**(12) We would love you to join us in a relaxing afternoon of beautiful classic music, followed by a scrumptious home-made continental afternoon tea. First Monday of each month from 2 Feb 1:30 - 3:30 Leaders: Dorothy Singleton 9523 9134 and Krista Blinco 9540 3098 (bookings) PRIVATE HOMES 151EH01 BOOK BANTER (Gymea)**(12) Each month we read a book chosen by our members. We discuss the author, the plot and the characters. First Friday of each month from 6 Feb 1:30 - 2:30 Leader and Bookings: Vicki Hann Mob: 0419 482 254 Email: [email protected] 151EH02 CURRENT AFFAIRS DISCUSSION and GROUP SOLVING OF CROSSWORDS (Kogarah) Come and join us for a relaxing afternoon. We look at a potpourri of ideas involving voluntary individual member participation with emphasis on communication and fun. Any topic at all may be discussed, no subject is taboo. We will solve one puzzle together before the discussion. First and third Sundays of each month from 1 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Nan Bennett 9587 7448 Secretary: Celia Chrimes 9520 0923 18 Proudly printed on Australian paper Explore courses in other regions CATCH A METROBUS Services run every 15 minutes Metrobus Network Map on Page 52 Members are asked to wear their name badges at all meetings and courses Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 GREATER WESTERN Regional Course Coordinator: Sue Brennan 9624 4270 Email: [email protected] Enquiries Only The only mandatory fee payable in Sydney U3A is your annual subscription. However, the regions do appreciate your voluntary contributions towards refreshments and a token of gratitude for the leader. WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS will be held on Friday 27 March 2 - 4 pm at Seniors’ Leisure & Learning Centre, Old Council Chambers, Civic Place, Parramatta All new members and friends are cordially invited to join the Greater Western Committee and Course Leaders to learn about current courses, view those on display with leaders, and hear what we have planned for the future. To assist with catering please book with June Keith 9621 1215 Email: [email protected] Over Afternoon Tea please let us know what interests you Everyone Welcome GREATER WESTERN REGION OF SYDNEY U3A Mid-year Madness Again will be held on Friday 26 June 2 pm at Seniors’ Leisure & Learning Centre, Old Council Chambers, Civic Place, Parramatta FOOD - ENTERTAINMENT - FUN Come and enjoy the company of members old and new, Please bring along a Party Plate All Sydney U3A members are welcome to attend Please write in your diary now Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 Proudly printed on Australian paper 19 PARRAMATTA SLLC Old Council Chambers, Civic Place, Parramatta. Wheelchair accessible 151GS01 STORYTELLERS PARRAMATTA Share your writing with a friendly like-minded group and discover the creative techniques used by other writers and poets. Optional writing exercise topics include Life Writing, Photo Prompts and Poetry. Come to Storytellers and join in the fun. Alt Tuesdays from 3 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Shirley Brabham 9686 9447 Email: [email protected] 151GS02 BOOK OF THE MONTH Discussion group. New members most welcome. Share the experience, expand your understanding and enjoy the process. Every Fourth Monday from 9 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Isabel Halton 9872 4467 151GS03 GROWING YOUR FAMILY TREE Interested in your family history? Join a friendly, helpful group all engaged in digging up their ancestors. Alt Tuesdays from 10 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: John Venables 9484 0526 151GS04 MY WORD Love the English language? Wonder how our idiosyncratic sayings came about and what some of those peculiar words mean? Come along to expand your knowledge and write creatively in an enjoyable and easy-going environment. Alt Wednesdays from 4 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leaders and Bookings: Ann Orel 9638 2547 Email: [email protected] Rachelle Rassaby 9797 2287 Email: [email protected] 151GS05 BRUSH UP YOUR SCRABBLE Scrabble enthusiasts will be attracted by the prospect of playing a new miscellany of opponents. The less experienced will find more opportunities to improve. Alt Fridays from 6 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Vera Petrini 9633 2163 151GS06 MANDARIN This continuing course is intended for the third age people who want to learn Mandarin, by means of learning Chinese char- 20 acters and sentences using alphabetic transliteration. Your class level will determine alternate Monday session access. Each Monday from 2 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Ying Mei Zhang Bookings: Ying Mei Zhang 9635 8798 or Nicole Liu 9311 2480 151GS07 MANDARIN PIES (Practice in Everyday Speaking Chinese) These sessions are intended for learners of Mandarin who want to practice and improve their listening and speaking skills. Depending on skill level, activities range from basic everyday conversation with emphasis on pronunciation and sentence structure, to role plays and discussions facilitated by native Mandarin speakers. Each Friday from 6 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Stanley Yan 9980 7289 Email: [email protected] 151GS08 THRILLERS AND MYSTERIES Join a monthly book-reading group for those who read for entertainment and love ‘whodunits’. We each take turns in selecting two authors for the following month. Second Monday of each month from 9 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Dorothy Johnson 9621 2389 151GS09 CALLIGRAPHY Learn ‘beautiful writing’ and discover your artist within. No experience or talent necessary. Alt Thursdays from 12 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Georgie Tuck 9626 1334 151GS10 A HISTORY OF NORTH AMERICA We will talk about the Early American Civilisations and cultures from the Mesa and Clovis, to the North American indigenous peoples: Red Indians and Eskimos. We also discuss the European colonisation of North America from the Spanish, through to the British and French, and in conclusion the American War of Independence. Alt Fridays from 6 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Mike Goodwin 9671 2284 Email: [email protected] 151GS11 A LIVELY DISCUSSION GROUP Have your say. I may not agree with what you say but I will defend your right to say it. Alt Fridays from 13 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Martin Hanich Bookings: Dorothy Johnson 9621 2389 (after 5pm) Proudly printed on Australian paper 151GS12 INTRODUCTION TO MARX’S CAPITAL This course provides an accessible introduction to Marx’s Capital (Volume 1), for all those who wanted to read this seminal work but were daunted by its reputation. Topics will include Marx’s labour-theory of value, the transformation of money into capital, surplus value, and the accumulation of capital. (5 sessions) Alt Mondays from 2 February 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Garry Marks 0434 618 968 151GS13 PEOPLE WHO CHANGED THE WORLD We look closely at the lives of personalities who had a significant influence on humanity’s social and economic development. Our focus is psychological. We consider the environment they grew up in, their family relationships, what they did that may have changed their world and how that may have affected our own lives. Alt Thursdays from 5 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 1. Frank Lloyd Wright The greatest American architect of all time. 5 Feb 2. Lech Walesa The first president of post- communist Poland. 19 Feb 3. Margaret Thatcher The first female prime minister of the United Kingdom. 5 March 4. Ernest Rutherford The first man to split the atom. 19 March 5. Ronald Reagan The oldest man ever elected US President. 2 April 6. Rosa Parks Mother of the US Civil Rights Movement. 16 April 7. Barrack Obama 44th President of the USA. 30 April 8. Samuel Morse Inventor of the telegraph. 14 May 9. Dmitri Mendeleev Creator of the first valid periodic table of elements. 28 May 10. Malcolm X African-American political activist and civil rights leader. 11 June Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 11. Abraham Lincoln 2. Forgotten Australians 16th President of the USA. 25 June Leader: Barry Hanlon 9872 2914 Bookings: Rex Broadbent 9686 3114 Email: [email protected] A survey of Australians who were world leaders in their fields but have been all but forgotten. We review their achievements and the reasons why they have dropped from public view. Tuesday 24 March Speaker: Tony McCurdy 151GS14 TRAINS, PLANES, AUTOMOBILES AND SHIPS Presenting iconic examples from the transport world demonstrating the history and development of the various modes. Also included, journeys from around the world using the various modes and where possible personal accounts. Opportunities provided to allow those interested to delve further into some of the items discussed, including modelling transport systems. Alt Tuesdays from 17 Feb 1:30 - 3:30 Leaders: Dick Hayhoe and Phil Mallon Bookings: Dick Hayhoe 9659 3725 151GS15 ITALIAN: STRICTLY FOR BEGINNERS**(12) Informative and fun for those wishing to travel in Italy and have no knowledge of the language. Focus will be on speaking, listening, reading and writing, to achieve a level to ease navigation through your journey. Text supplied at a nominal cost. Alt Wednesdays from 11 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Luisa Maiorca 0414 295 323 Email: [email protected] 151GS16 HILL TOWNS OF ITALY The hill town of Assisi is familiar to many, either through their own visits or second hand. In this course we will visit some less famous and familiar Italian towns, both on the hilltops and on the plains. (2 sessions) Tuesdays 10 and 24 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Speakers: Nora Hinchen and John Flint Bookings: Sue Brennan 9624 4270 Email: [email protected] 151GS17 SUPER SINGLE SESSIONS**(25) A series of separate presentations on subjects of general interest. All talks are from 10:00 - 12:00 Bookings: Sue Brennan 9624 4270 Email: [email protected] 1. How I Got Published – Variations on the Publishing Theme There are many reasons we may want to have our writing in print and a lot of ways of getting work published. Four of our members who followed different publishing paths share with us their experiences in getting their work into print. Tuesday 10 March Speakers: Shirley Brabham, Carmel Liddell, Morag Sutton and Pam Williamson 3. Ageing in the Era of Hi-Tech GUILDFORD: HEWITT HOUSE Corner of Guildford and Byron Roads, Guildford. 151GN01 WRITING CREATIVELY A rapidly ageing population is creating challenges for our health systems but the revolution in information and communica tions technologies is creating solutions – body worn sensors and robots being two examples. Tuesday 21 April Speaker: Laurie Wilson Learn the skills of transforming experiences into prose and poetry and share the results in a friendly supportive environment. Alt Wednesdays from 11 Feb 1:30 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Lorna Clayton 8861 5736 4. Venturing out of Africa: The first steps of the Great Human Journey PRIVATE HOMES Migration is one of the defining characteristics of the human race. The story of the spread of humans across the continents is a fascinating one. Tuesday 5 May Speaker: Himanshu Jhala 151GH01 5. First Settlements and Early Civilisations Flowing water and skills in cultivation of crops enabled early hunter-gatherers to settle down on the banks of great rivers of Egypt, Mesopotamia, India and China. Tuesday 19 May Speaker: Himanshu Jhala 6. People on the move: Nomads and Seafarers The Indo-Europeans, the Phoenicians, the Huns, the Arabs, the Vikings, the Turks and the Mongols shaped the history of mankind from the Bronze to the Middle Ages. Tuesday 2 June Speaker: Himanshu Jhala 7. European Colonialism and the world around us today. The fall of Byzantium in 1453 triggered a chain of events that influenced the fates of global societies resulting in the Brave New World we live in today Tuesday 16 June Speaker: Himanshu Jhala 8. Jazz - the Forgotten Genre Jazz is a musical genre that incorporates an enormous range of styles from small ensembles to scored orchestral works. A personal selection. Tuesday 30 June Speaker: Leonard Clarke Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 BRIDGE FOR ADVANCED PLAYERS (North Parramatta)**(8) Bridge for advanced players in a noncompetitive atmosphere. Alt Wednesdays from 14 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Liz Sobolewski 9630 7592 151GH02 LET’S TALK ABOUT IT (Merrylands West)**(10) Informal discussion about the activities and personalities of yesterday and today’s prominent people, including royalty, outstanding contributors to the world scene and people in the news for whatever reason. Alt Wednesdays from 4 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Bev Cockburn 9635 7802 151GH03 MUSIC AND OTHER JOYFUL NOISES (Oatlands) Class members are invited to bring their own choice of music (tapes, CDs, etc.) and perhaps talk about the reason for their choice, be it personal or about the composition or musician. Any kind of music is welcome, including musical jokes. Last Friday of each month from 27 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: June Kendrick 9638 1752 151GH04 EXPLORING THE PAST (Merrylands West)**(10) Video clips and discussion about various famous people and events of historic importance from the past. Alt Thursdays from 5 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Bev Cockburn 9635 7802 Proudly printed on Australian paper 21 151GH05 ANYONE FOR MURDER? (Merrylands West)**(10) Participants will be offered a selection of DVDs and videos of murder mysteries featuring well-known fictional sleuths such as Frost, Morse, Colombo, Barnaby, Miss Marple, Hercule Poirot and Inspector Lynley. Alt Wednesdays from 11 Feb 10:00 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Bev Cockburn 9635 7802 151GH06 MUSIC AND SONG (Carlingford, Toongabbie, Cherrybrook)**(8) Learn the theory and terminology of music, voice production and breathing methods. Bring along a short life story of your most admired composer and sing your favourite song. Note rotation of different homes. Fourth Wednesday of each month from 25 Feb 1:00 – 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Suzanne Su 9872 1230 151GH07 BRUSH UP YOUR CHESS (Carlingford) For all those with the basic skills; have played, love chess, and enjoy challenging the mind with this game of pure skill, with the demand required to achieve checkmate, this group is the one for you. Alt Fridays from 13 March 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Dorothea Ratcliffe 9637 9639 BLACKTOWN CITY LIBRARY Fourth Floor, up Alpha Street Ramp. Four hours parking available with Seniors Card. Wheelchair accessible Study Room, Corner of Alpha Street and Flushcombe Road. Wheelchair accessible 151GB01 151GL01 TAI CHI Tai Chi has been said to relieve stress, arthritis and blood pressure. It can also assist in the mobility of mind and body, and aid blood circulation and muscle toning. Beginners, intermediate and advanced classes. Each Tuesday from 3 Feb 12:45 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Uta Trost 9626 9683 DESK-TOP FLYING FOR SENIORS (Carlingford)**(12) Any frustrated aviator may learn to fly; navigate and enjoy the scenery from 22,000 airports worldwide, projected onto a 6 x 4 foot screen, using a stable of 50 aircraft (Wright Bros to Boeing 747). No flying expertise required. Venue close to Carlingford Railway Station or Parramatta/Epping bus route. Alt Tuesdays from 10 Feb 1:30 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Keith Manwaring 9872 2907 151GH09 THE MAGIC OF MUSIC (Blacktown)**(8) A relaxing afternoon listening to beautiful music chosen by class members from their own musical library. It can be classical, songs from the shows or just easy listening, and maybe some jazz. Alt Wednesday from 4 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Sybil Gifford 9671 4623 FAMILY TREE MYSTERIES SOLVED**(10) TOPICAL CHAT**(12) This is a support group for those addicted to researching their family history. Members range from beginners, to those with over thirty years experience in genealogy. Come and join our friendly and helpful group whose members assist each other to solve their genealogy problems. Alt Tuesdays from 3 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Marie Donaldson Bookings: Kerry Stevenson 0421 313 419 Email: [email protected] Bring along your ideas for light-hearted discussions with fellow members. Alt Fridays from 13 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Margaret Dwyer 9831 2512 Email: [email protected] TOONGABBIE: ST. ANTHONY’S CHURCH HALL 151GB02 151GB03 FUN AND GAMES A light-hearted course to stretch your mind by playing scrabble, rummikub, canasta, and other games in a friendly atmosphere. Alt Fridays from 6 Feb 10:00 - 1:00 Leader and Bookings: Norma Fergusson 9622 8580 151GB04 151GH08 22 BLACKTOWN: WESTPOINT POETRY AND PROSE FOR EVERYONE**(15) Bring your poems or prose to read, or just relax and listen to the reading of established authors, or members’ own work. Alt Thursdays from 5 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Norma Fergusson 9622 8580 151GB05 AUSTRALIAN COLONIAL HISTORY – THE GREAT LAND The British colonisation of Australia meant that the Aboriginal people had most of their land stolen. We will talk about the Aboriginal Land Conservation; the British land grants and land acts, the pastoral industry, and conclude by talking about the land squatters and land selections. Alt Thursdays from 29 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Mike Goodwin 9671 2284 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian paper Aurelia Street, Toongabbie. Close to rail station and bus stop for 705 and 711, both Blacktown-Toongabbie-Parramatta and return services, parking available on site. Wheelchair Accessible 151GT01 MONDAY CANASTA AND MAH JONG (WESTERN STYLE) Learn Canasta and Mah Jong (Western Style). Practice, refresh and polish up your skills for both these social games with a friendly group. Each Monday from 2 Feb 1:00 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Jon Hendrikse 9632 1039 151GT02 LINE DANCING Come along as a beginner and learn line dancing, or further your skills with this enjoyable, healthy activity to country or modern music. Each Wednesday from 4 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Vicky Fitzgibbon 9622 5638 Mob: 0427 240 583 Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 HARBOURSIDE NORTH Regional Course Coordinator: Kathy Vern-Barnett 9427 6309 Email: [email protected] Enquiries Only The only mandatory fee payable in Sydney U3A is your annual subscription. However, the regions do appreciate your voluntary contributions towards refreshments and a token of gratitude for the leader. CHATSWOOD: DOUGHERTY COMMUNITY CENTRE 7 Victor Street, Chatswood. 3-hour free parking at Westfield car park opposite. Ticket must be activated at the concierge desks in the shopping centre. Public transport - short walk from Chatswood bus and train interchange. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Kathy Vern-Barnett 9427 6309 Email: [email protected] Associate Coordinator: Sally Davis 9411 3800 Email: [email protected] Booking for all sessions is essential 151HD01 MODERNISM AND THE ARTS The period from approximately 1880 to 1930 saw what amounted to a revolution in art, music, literature, architecture and design and involved a host of famous names. We will examine these changes, and the course will conclude with a visit to the Art Gallery of NSW. (6 sessions) Each Wednesday from 21 Jan 1:30 - 3:30 Leader: Keith Potten Bookings: Sue Davies 9967 5457 Email: [email protected] 151HD02 BYZANTIUM The Roman Empire centered in Constantinople survived the fall of Rome for over 1000 years. It had a fascinating mixture of history, culture, rulers and religious controversies. As the guardian of classical knowledge during the Dark Ages of Europe, it was also the bulwark against Islamic invasion for 700 years. (7 sessions) Alt Wednesdays from 28 Jan 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Gail Ball Bookings: Jan Yeoman 9411 3457 Email: [email protected] 151HD03 151HD07 We consider the background to the latest current event, crisis or calamity in Asia, our region. The topic will be decided closer to the date and will depend on what is in the news. Second session is held 23rd June (see below 151HD27) Tuesday 27 Jan 1:30 - 3:30 Leader: Simon Gentry Bookings: Jennie Gentry 9948 5496 In this series of talks we will look at and discuss gardens with a theme that tells a story. We can develop ideas from gardens as diverse as tropical to cold climate, Japanese to Australian and many others to influence and inform us. (4 sessions) Each Monday from 2 Feb 10:00 ‑ 12:00 Leader: Rosemary McColl Bookings: Molly Jeavons 9929 5170 151HD04 151HD08 A course that will trace the rise of a national music culture in France beginning with the pioneering efforts of Berlioz and covering the major influences through to Debussy and Ravel, in words and music. Alt Thursdays from 29 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: John Hughes Bookings: Maya Varga 9904 8520 Andy Warhol and Jeffrey Smart were contemporaries. Pop artist Warhol was successful but controversial, his works selling for $100 million. Australian painter Jeffrey Smart, described as ‘hyperrealist’, enjoyed living in the 20th century, saying “to me the world has never been more beautiful”. World events will be related to the paintings shown. (2 sessions) Wednesdays 4 and 11 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Reinhard Ronnebek Bookings: Ronda Broadbridge 9417 1943 Email: [email protected] FOCUS ON ASIA – Session 1 MUSIC OF FRANCE TWO MORE GREAT PAINTERS 151HD05 ON BEING CONSCIOUS In doubting everything, Descartes raises up conscious thinking as against material existence. But in thinking, am I the same as one who feels and senses? Do I know my own experience beyond doubt? Pursuing these questions, Gilbert Ryle (1947) deconstructs Descartes’ legacy of being conscious as a mystery behind public observation. (4 sessions) Each Friday from 30 Jan 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Max Deutscher Bookings: John Stone 9411 3447 Email: [email protected] 151HD06 FRENCH FOR NEAR BEGINNERS**(16) Can you remember a little school French? If so, this course is for you. We will study basic phrases through topics such as likes and dislikes, hotel bookings, and asking the way. The course focuses on conversation. (8 sessions) Each Monday from 2 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Bridget Miall 9411 7882 Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 GARDENS OF DISTINCTION 151HD09 SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS This is the second year of ‘Spanish for True Beginners’. Newcomers are expected to be familiar with some Spanish grammar and vocabulary. In a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in class we learn more than 50% of the lesson together and the remainder at home. Each Friday from 6 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Lucy Safarian 9428 4480 151HD10 TWO FAMOUS HISTORICAL FIGURES 1. J. Edgar Hoover The legendary head of the FBI was a secretive man, with a lust for power. He served 10 American presidents, many of whom didn’t trust him. But he could not be dismissed. Proudly printed on Australian paper 23 2. Peter the Great The father of modern Russia, he was a hands-on practical tsar. A majestic 208cm tall, he was a heroic drinker and womaniser. Tuesdays 10 and 17 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Paul Barclay Bookings: Annika Tults 9882 3669 151HD11 DISCUSSION GROUP Would you like to hear some interesting opinions? Do you want to air some of your own? This is a varied group who consider some of the issues of life and living that contribute to our modern existence. Alt Thursdays from 19 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Margaret Thomason 9488 8960 151HD12 THE USE OF ANIMALS IN RESEARCH The contribution of animal-based experiments to current medical knowledge, the ethics of using animals and the law controlling such use will all be considered. What of the future? Tuesday 24 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Speaker: Rosemarie Einstein Bookings: Janet Bayley 9411 1847 Email: [email protected] 151HD13 MANDARIN**(12) This will be the second semester of the Mandarin course. New enrolments welcome but will be expected to have basic understanding of Mandarin words. Focus will be on simple conversation, vocabulary as well as reading and writing simple Chinese characters. (10 sessions) Each Tuesday from 3 March 1:30 - 3:30 Leader: Julie Qiu Bookings: Rosemary Chen 9428 5942 (after 5pm) 151HD14 NORTH KOREA - A PERSONAL TRIP Anecdotes from a Democratic People’s Republic of Korea journey, from the far northern border to the East Sea, from Pyongyang to old Kaesong and the Demilitarised Zone. Fields, farms, factories to holiday camps and more. Wednesday 4 March 10:30 - 12:30 Speaker: Maureen Brew Bookings: Joy Martin 9888 6465 Email: [email protected] 151HD15 EVENT: CAVALLERIA RUSTICANA AND PAGLIACCI OPERAS - with lunch See Events For All at the front of the book for full details Friday 6 March 10:45 for 11:00 24 151HD16 151HD20 We will examine the evolution of food gathering, preparation and storage from pre-history until now and include aspects of the myths and folk-lore associated with food from many countries. Topics range from cereals, vegetables, meats and fish and the cooking methods specific to different civilisations. (6 sessions) Each Wednesday from 11 March 1:30 - 3:30 Leader: Jenny Toynbee-Wilson Bookings: Sally Davis 9411 3800 Email: [email protected] Ostensibly the most civilised of arts, music owes more than is acknowledged to sources of aggression and conflict. Few feuds can rival musical rows, whether it’s Gilbert’s with Sullivan or Wagner’s with everyone. Many are laughable, others devastating. We will examine the causes and the music they created and inspired. (4 sessions) Each Monday from 13 April 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Paul Butler Bookings: Sally Davis 9411 3800 Email: [email protected] FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD MUSICAL MAYHEM 151HD17 SAFETY ON THE ROAD 1. Street Smart Pedestrians Find out what you can do every time you go out to avoid being another statistic. Get ‘Street Smart!’ Tuesday 3 March 10:00 - 12:00 2. Drive Safer - Drive Longer This workshop covers practical driving tips, information on the age 85 driving test, a refresher on road rules plus health issues for seniors and alternative transport options for when you are not driving. (2 sessions) Tuesdays 10 and 17 March 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Fiona Frost Bookings: Lynette Brady 9958 3577 Email: [email protected] 151HD18 SHAKESPEARE TODAY DISCUSSION One play per session will be presented. Andrew will introduce Twelfth Night, Henry V and Hamlet. Gwynn’s choices are Winters Tale, Othello and Julius Caesar. They will chat about each before inviting the audience to join the conversation. Familiarity with the plays would be helpful. (6 sessions) Each Tuesday from 24 March 10:30 - 12:30 Leaders: Andrew Caro and Gwynn Roberts Bookings: Jan Yeoman 9411 3457 Email: [email protected] 151HD19 TREATMENT OF AGE-RELATED EYE DISEASE This talk by a specialist ophthalmologist covers aspects of ageing and eye health, providing an overview of new developments in the management of eye diseases, particularly cataracts and macular degeneration. Email booking preferred. Monday 30 March 10:30 - 12:30 Speaker: Simon Chen Bookings: Barbara Ellis 9416 3071 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian paper 151HD21 ANCIENT GREEK DRAMA The flowering of Greek drama took place in the 5th century BCE, an era of great cultural, intellectual and political development, especially in Athens. We will consider the development of Athenian drama with particular reference to Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides. (3 sessions) Each Wednesday from 6 May 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Norma Boston Bookings: Sue Barr 9418 3858 Email: [email protected] 151HD22 TAD DISABILITY SERVICES Bill will give a presentation of the services offered by Technical Aid for the Disabled volunteers for people with a disability or physical problem not solved by a commercial product. Monday 11 May 10:30 - 12:30 Speaker: Bill Todd Bookings: Kathy Vern-Barnett 9427 6309 Email: [email protected] 151HD23 SHAKESPEARE AND THE ANTISTRATFORDIANS In these sessions, we will unpick the Shakespeare authorship debate by examining the historical circumstances and characters that gave rise to it. We will find out who wrote the works attributed to Shakespeare and ask ourselves if their authorship really matters anyway. (2 sessions) Tuesdays 5 and 12 May 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Rebecca Barnett Bookings: Kathy Vern-Barnett 9427 6309 Email: [email protected] Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 151HD24 20th CENTURY AUSTRALIAN ADVENTURERS 1. The 1900s in Sydney: George and Florence Taylor were accomplished editors, artists, architects, inventors, nationalists and aviators. Also, Patrick Taylor, Australia’s aerial showman. 2. Cousin to Bert Hinkler, Lores Bonney travelled the world with a Gypsy Moth in 1930s. 3. In 1919 Frank Briggs piloted for Billy Hughes and pioneered commercial flight in Australia. (3 Sessions) Each Monday from 18 May 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Chris Beazley Bookings: Sandra Neilley 9427 6547 (after 10 April) Email: [email protected] 151HD25 SAMUEL PEPYS AND MUSIC “Music and women” Pepys wrote in his diary “I cannot but give way to whatever my business is.” He played five instruments, and wrote one successful song, all while running Charles II’s navy. Tuesday 19 May 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Derek Parker Bookings: Sally Davis 9411 3800 Email: [email protected] 151HD26 PEOPLE IN HISTORY 1. Forgotten Australians A survey of Australians who were world leaders in their fields but have been almost forgotten. We review their achievements and reasons why they have dropped from public view. 2. Medieval Heroines in History and Legend The life and achievements of Heloise, Hildegard of Bingen and Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine whose personalities still engage our modern imagination. Mondays 15 and 22 June 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Antony McCurdy Bookings: Julie Dixon 9413 3506 151HD27 FOCUS ON ASIA – Session 2 In this series we consider the background to the latest current event, crisis or calamity in Asia, our region. Each topic will be decided closer to the date and will depend on what is in the news. Tuesday 23 June 1:30 - 3:30 Leader: Simon Gentry Bookings: Jennie Gentry 9948 5496 MOSMAN ART GALLERY Corner of Myahgah Road and Art Gallery Way, Mosman (opposite Alan Border Oval). 3-hour parking lower level of Bridgepoint Shopping Centre, Spit Junction. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Eve Klein 9969 7994 enquiries only. 151HA01 MONDAYS IN MOSMAN All courses are from 10:30 to 12:30 No Bookings Required. Enquiries Eve Klein 9969 7994 Email: [email protected] 1. Australian Drama and the Cosgrove Actors 8. Napoleon and Wellington This is an account of the lives, personal histories and wars of Napoleon and his principal opponent, Wellington, including operational methods of their armies and how Wellington finally defeated Napoleon. (2 sessions) Mondays 13 and 20 April Speaker: Michael Peters Australians created some of the first silent films of the world. In particular we will look at some, and the career of the Cosgrove brothers who wrote and starred in them. Monday 9 Feb Speaker: Jenny Rudd O’Neill 9. The Misunderstood Middle Ages 2. The People, History and Politics of Afghanistan 10. The History of Television in Australia After 15 visits to Afghanistan as consultant to UN agencies, our speaker offers his broad knowledge and experience. He will examine its history and the mix of tribalism and politics. Mondays 16 and 23 Feb Speaker: Peter Sloane 3. Rediscovering Our Harbour Gems A depiction and viewing of sites such as Cockatoo Island, North Head Sanctuary, and Middle Head available for visits, tours, events and the wonderful views as revealed by our speaker. Monday 2 March Speaker: A Representative from the National Harbour Trust 4. The Mystique of an Indian Childhood Reminiscences of an early childhood spent among the exotic sights, sounds and sensations of India in the early 1950s. Monday 9 March Speaker: June Wait 5. The Great Siege of Malta Many know of Malta being besieged in WWII but how many know of the great siege of Malta? When was it, who was involved, and why was it important? Monday 16 March Speaker: Paul Wait 6. Protein in Older Adults and Hidden Dietary Sugars Two dieticians explain the importance and illustrate the effects on blood sugar levels. Monday 23 March Speakers: Jean Reid and Suzanne Adijans 7. Aged Care Physiotherapy Our speaker is an aged-care specialist, and will outline the process of physical ageing, explain advances and developments that have occurred, and summarise the entry points of government-subsidised physio. Monday 30 March Speaker: Rik Dawson Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 A wide-ranging look at the major achievements of the Middle Ages and how they underpin much of modernity. Monday 27 April Speaker: Antony McCurdy Having written reviews for the SMH for many years, our popular journalist offers a presentation of the history of television from its early days to the present. (2 sessions) Mondays 4 and 11 May Speaker: David Dale 11. Is Sleeping Beauty a Crime Story? “Truth will come to light; murder cannot be hid long” (Shakespeare). Why are we fascinated by the crime genre? The speaker takes us on a search for the answer. Monday 18 May Speaker: Kathy Bradley 12. Language is Fascinating… We will explore the theories of how language evolved and the way language develops through usage and culture. The Latin language will be the focus. Monday 25 May Speaker: Anne Richardson 13. Coming to Terms with the Past Our novelist has worked as a counsellor, teacher, and journalist. She will speak on her recently released novel In My Father’s House which depicts how war damages people’s lives. Monday 1 June Speaker: Jane Mundy 14. Real Politik This is a summary of a researched series that our speaker presents on ‘Australia in the Asian Century’. Monday 15 June Speaker: Ian De Mellow 15. Climate Change A summary of a research series that our speaker presents on this very important subject. Monday 22 June Speaker: Ian De Mellow 16. The Third Decade of the Mosman Art Prize From 1967 to 1976 this prize continued to reflect Australia’s own style including all the contemporary and highly controversial movements of abstraction, installation, art minimalism and realism. Monday 29 June Speakers: Mosman Art Gallery Guides. Proudly printed on Australian paper 25 151HA02 AN INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCHING YOUR FAMILY HISTORY**(20) An introduction to researching your family history and with a focus on Australasia and United Kingdom ancestry. Tips will be provided on where to start and with discussion on some of the key websites to visit and places to go. Basic internet searching skills are assumed. (2 sessions) Bookings essential Tuesdays 9 and 23 June 1:30 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Ian Thompson Email: [email protected] THE MELODY ROOM AT MOSMAN ART GALLERY Corner of Myahgah Road and Art Gallery Way, Mosman (opposite Alan Border Oval). 3-hour parking lower level of Bridgepoint Shopping Centre, Spit Junction. Wheelchair accessible. Venue Coordinator: Annika Tults 9882 3669 Email: [email protected] 151HR01 FORGOTTEN EMPIRES The rich and vast ancient Persian Empires which challenged Alexander the Great and opened the Silk Road, lifestyle, carpets, and Zoroastrian faith. (6 sessions) Each Thursday from 5 Feb 1:30 - 3:30 Leader: Heather Bentley Bookings: Annika Tults 9882 3669 151HR02 PLAGIARISING CLASSIC COMPOSERS Need a hit melody? Borrow one. We will play some tunes you are sure to recognise, and discuss copyright and court cases. Puccini’s Turandot with four composers and six finales: we will view and discuss them. (2 sessions) Thursdays 19 and 26 March 1:30 - 3:30 Leader: Francesco Assenza Bookings: Annika Tults 9882 3669 151HR03 AGEING IN THE ERA OF HI-TECH The rapid ageing of the population is creating challenges for our health systems, but the revolution in information and communication technologies is providing solutions such as ‘smart’ homes, body-worn sensors and robotic helpers. Thursday 2 April 1:30 - 3:30 Speaker: Laurie Wilson Bookings: Inez Glanger 9960 1495 151HR04 REMARKABLE WOMEN LEADING POLITICAL CHANGE Come on a global tour as we use multimedia to examine the lives and achievements of a group of remarkable women in the politics and culture of the countries they lead. 26 Thursday 9 April 1:30 - 3:30 Speaker: Tony Whittingham Bookings: Inez Glanger 9960 1495 151HR05 MAPPING AN EMPIRE The gripping story of the stupendous work of 19th century science exploration and achievement in the mapping and definition of the Indian subcontinent. Thursday 16 April 1:30 - 3:30 Speaker: Antony McCurdy Bookings: Inez Glanger 9960 1495 151HR06 PEPYS AND WREN Two great men of the 17th century: Christopher Wren, the most highly acclaimed English architect and Samuel Pepys, famous diarist and secretary of the Navy. Thursday 23 April 1:30 - 3:30 Speaker: Paul Barclay Bookings: Annika Tults 9882 3669 151HR07 J. EDGAR HOOVER J. Edgar Hoover, legendary head of the FBI, was a secretive man with a lust for power. He served ten American presidents, several of whom didn’t trust him. He could not be dismissed. Thursday 30 April 1:30 - 3:30 Speaker: Paul Barclay Bookings: Annika Tults 9882 3669 151HR08 INDOCHINA: GREAT KINGDOMS TO….? Three Indochinese countries, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam, have experienced the excesses of colonial history. Formerly parts of great Asian kingdoms, they became reluctant French colonies. After WWII they struggled for independence, but then became embroiled in the horrific Vietnam War, after which their circumstances diverged widely. (6 sessions) Each Thursday from 7 May 1:30 - 3:30 Leader: Simon Gentry Bookings: Jennie Gentry 9948 6496 MOSMAN SQUARE SENIORS CENTRE Next to Mosman Council Chambers off Military Road, Spit Junction. 3 hour parking lower level Bridgepoint Shopping Centre. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Merv Simmons 9968 4817, Mob: 0409 929 971 If unable to contact the bookings person specified below, please contact Venue Coordinator. Bookings are essential. 151HS01 TOURS OF SIKKIM AND BHUTAN IN WORDS AND FILM 1. Sikkim The tiny and beautiful state of Sikkim lies south of Tibet, sandwiched between Nepal to the west and Bhutan to the East. Wednesday 28 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Proudly printed on Australian paper 2. Bhutan The Kingdom of Bhutan is in the heart of the eastern Himalayan Mountain Range. It lies east of the Indian state of Sikkim. It is south of the Tibetan region of China. Wednesday 4 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Speaker: Michael Suckling. Bookings: Pamela Simmons 9968 4817 (after 5pm) 151HS02 HUMAN ACHIEVEMENT OVER THE AGES 1. The Beautiful Tree How the world’s poorest people are educating themselves and providing a rich educational experience for their children against all odds. Wednesday 11 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 2. Mapping an Empire The gripping story of the stupendous work of 19th century science exploration and achievement involved in the mapping and definition of the Indian subcontinent. Wednesday 18 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 3. Medieval Heroines in History and Legend We look at the life and achievements of Heloise, Hildegard of Bingen and Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine whose personalities still engage our modern imagination. Wednesday 25 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 4. Forgotten Australians A survey of Australians who were world leaders in their fields but have been all but forgotten. We review their achievements and the reasons why they have dropped from public view. Wednesday 4 March 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Antony McCurdy Bookings: Pamela Simmons 9968 4817 (after 5pm) 151HS03 TURKEY - THE ROAD LESS TRAVELLED Visit not only the famous sites of western Turkey but also journey into eastern Turkey and explore the culture and architecture of cities, excavations and roads far less travelled. Wednesday 11 March 10:00 - 12:00 Speakers: June and Paul Wait Bookings: Pamela Simmons 9968 4817 (after 5pm) 151HS04 THE BATTLE OF HASTINGS - 1066 The battle which changed English history was a close-run engagement which could have gone either way. Wednesday 18 March 10:00 - 12:00 Speaker: Paul Wait Bookings: Pamela Simmons 9968 4817 (after 5pm) Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 151HS05 FOCUS ON ASIA This is an opportunity to discuss current events in Asia where something dramatic is always happening: a change in government, corruption, a coup attempt, an intercountry dispute, etc. The exact topic will be decided a month before the talk. You are welcome to make a suggestion. Wednesday 25 March 10:00 - 12:00 Speaker: Simon Gentry Bookings: Phyllis Clout 9969 6846 151HS06 CHINA – THE NEW SILK ROAD We all know about the romantic Silk Road which supplied Europe with silk, tea and other exotica and introduced Buddhist philosophy to China (and Japan). It died out when cheaper shipping took over. Now China is planning to restart it, going even further with different modes: fast rail, new roads, pipelines. Wednesday 1 April 10:00 - 12:00 Speaker: Simon Gentry Bookings: Phyllis Clout 9969 6846 151HS07 THE VALLEY OF THE PO The towns adjacent to Italy’s longest river reflect many different aspects of Italian history, life and culture. The course will explore a number of these towns, well and lesser known, with reference to their history, literature, art, music and film, and some of the personalities associated with them. (2 sessions) Wednesdays 8 and 15 April 10:00 - 12:00 Leaders: John Flint and Nora Hinchen Bookings: Norma Kidner 8094 9292 (after 5 pm) 151HS08 CRIME, PUNISHMENT AND CIVIL DISPUTES IN COLONIAL NSW These lectures examine the birth and development of the criminal justice system in early NSW. Important Criminal Court decisions are reviewed including those arising out of the convict/settler and Aboriginal conflict. Punishments of convicts are considered; also the fight for jury trials and court disputes between settlers. (7 sessions) Each Wednesday from 22 April 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Malcolm Robertson Bookings: Norma Kidner 8094 9292 (after 5pm) 151HS09 TWO 19th CENTURY NOVELS This century was when the English novel reached its peak. Jane Austen’s Persuasion came at the beginning, and examined issues relevant to the upper middle class. Hardy’s Far from the Madding Crowd comes in the latter half of the century and examines issues closer to the interests of the farming community. (2 sessions) Wednesdays 10 and 17 June 10:00 - 12:00 Speaker: Margaret Little Bookings: Hazel Joyce 9948 3552 THE MANORS OF MOSMAN RETIREMENT VILLAGE 6 Hale Road, Mosman (off Military Road). Buses: 143, 144, 175, 247, 257 M30. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Lesley Duffill 9969 9546 151HV01 BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP This friendly group discusses a variety of demanding literature including poetry, drama and non-fiction. The emphasis is on Australian works but great classics still hold their place, so we will start the year by reading one of the all-time favorites, Great Expectations, by Charles Dickens. New members are welcome. Alt Tuesdays from 27 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Mary Billing Bookings: Sheila Newman 9908 7792 Mob: 0413 030 779 151HV02 EXTENDING OUR WRITING**(16) Whatever stage you are at, come along and practice writing, try different styles and genres each week and get friendly feedback. Alt Tuesdays from 3 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: To be announced Bookings: Michael Bartok 9960 4665 Email preferred: [email protected] MOSMAN: WARRINGAH BOWLING CLUB 82 Bradleys Head Road, Mosman. Buses: 247 from Chatswood to Taronga Zoo stops at Warringah Bowling Club; 238 from Athol Wharf to Balmoral Beach stops not far from club, near the Mosman Police Station. Parking in nearby streets. Venue Coordinator: Ros Tinker 9969 9373 151HB01 DANCE DELIGHT – MOVEMENT TO MUSIC Come along and move to a variety of great tunes where the emphasis is on enjoyment and variety, not technique. These sessions will include circle dances, old time dancing, Latin American rhythms, folk dances, free expression and lots more. All levels of fitness welcome. No partners required. Each Friday from 6 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Ros Tinker 9969 9373 Email: [email protected] McMAHONS POINT COMMUNITY CENTRE 165 Blues Point Road, 300 metres from North Sydney Station. Any bus or train to North Sydney Station. Bus routes 265, 269, 229, 230 run within 20 metres of the centre. No on-site parking, and parking in the area is impossible. Venue Coordinator: Lesley Duffill 9969 9546 151HV03 151HE01 Our friendly group discusses two topics each meeting. Come and discuss current affairs and debate social issues. New members are always welcome. Alt Wednesdays from 4 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Joan Castle Bookings: Rose Hochmann 9489 4989 A lively writers’ group where we share our writing for appreciation, comment and positive feedback. We make use of a Writers’ Yearbook for its suggestions, and to give direction to our work. Alt Tuesdays from 20 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Alan Ecob 0414 337 944 151HV04 151HE02 A two-year course for those attempting Spanish for the first time. Those members wishing to join should have a basic knowledge of Spanish grammar. Each Monday from 2 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Joseph Ellis 9929 3656 This group explores the magic of poetry in all its various forms through reading, appreciating and writing poetry. We give and receive friendly, positive feedback. Alt Tuesdays from 27 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Geoff Lucas 9416 7717 CREATIVE WRITING**(10) TOPICAL ISSUES SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS**(12) Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 WRITING POETRY**(12) Proudly printed on Australian paper 27 151HE03 151HM04 151HM13 The club reads 10 novels per semester (both classics and modern) chosen by the members, who all enjoy a lively discussion on the books read. Alt Fridays from 30 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Toni McLennan 9412 1585 Use Windows 8 to find, to save, to move and to rename files and folders on your hard drive or memory sticks. Learn more about storage, retrieval, file types and folders. Monday 30 March 9:15 - 12:15 Learn how to use your iPhone, covering wifi, 3g/4g, apps, photos, navigation etc. Both iPhone courses cover similar ground. Wednesday 18 March 9:30 - 12:00 BOOK CLUB**(14) McMAHONS POINT COMPUTER EDUCATION UNIT McMahons Point Community Centre, 165 Blues Point Road, 350 metres from North Sydney Station and several bus routes. Buses: 265, 269, 229, 230 run past or close to the Centre. Parking over 2 hours impossible within 1 km. APPLICATIONS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Fill-in an online application form for all our computer courses at: http://bit.ly/u3apply Get further details of each course, the venue and transport options on our website at: http://bit.ly/computeru3a or via our Facebook site at computeru3a. You can also email an enrolment request or direct questions to the Computer Courses Coordinator at email: [email protected] As a last resort, phone Fay Smith 8060 3451 If you need to cancel a course please let us know ASAP so a reserve can take your place. 151HM01 WINDOWS 8 FILES**(6) UNDERSTANDING YOUR iPHONE**(8) 151HM05 151HM14,15 Cell addresses, entering and editing and formatting data, workbooks, worksheets and other essentials. We will use Open Office’s Calc which is similar to Microsoft’s Excel. You will already be skilled at word processing. (2 sessions - you will need to attend both) Wednesdays 25 Feb 2:00 - 5:00 and 25 March 2:00 - 5:00 A simple course covering the basics from opening the box, navigating the screen, setting up email accounts, using the internet, downloading applications, and uploading and emailing photographs. (1 session as below) Wednesday 4 March 9:30 - 12:00, or Wednesday 20 May 9.30 - 12:00 SPREADSHEETS FOR BEGINNERS**(6) 151HM06 SPREADSHEET FUNCTIONS**(6) Simple arithmetic formulae and some inbuilt functions. We will use Open Office’s Calc which is similar to Microsoft’s Excel. You will already have skills in the design and use of spreadsheets Wednesday 29 April 2:00 - 5:00 151HM07 INTERNET BROWSERS**(6) What are web and email servers, web and email addresses, hot spots, tabs, encrypted pages? Change your home page, and use webmail. We will use Internet Explorer but our examples apply to Mozilla and all other browsers. Monday 23 Feb 9:15 - 12:15 151HM08, 09, 10 INTRODUCTION TO iPAD AND iPHONE**(8) 151HM16 CREATING YOUR WEBSITE**(8) For experienced Windows users with word processing familiarity. Learn website creation and maintenance through hands-on creation of sample websites. (9 sessions) Each Monday from 27 April 9:15 - 12:15 LANE COVE: LIVING AND LEARNING CENTRE 180 Longueville Road, Lane Cove. Buses: 252, 253, 254 from city (QVB), 536 from Chatswood Station and Gladesville. Venue Coordinator: Robert Lynn 9433 8066 151HL01 THE iPAD - HALF-DAY INTRODUCTION**(8) DISCUSSION GROUP You get to know your iPad in the company of others under the guidance of our tutor. You must bring your iPad fully charged. (1 session as below) 151HM08 Monday 2 Feb 9:00 - 12:00, or 151HM09 Monday 16 Feb 9:00 - 12:00, or 151HM10 Monday 2 March 9:00 - 12:00 Topical issues and ideas discussed in a friendly and lively atmosphere. Join us to continue learning and communicating with an active group. Alt Mondays from 19 Jan 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Barbara Meth 9438 5014 151HM11 151HL02 Explore the Desktop and Task Bar, manage icons, resize and move windows and use easy menus. Monday 16 March 9:15 - 12:15 A small group session on research – how to find the answers to your questions using news groups, Facebook, Youtube and simple searches. Wednesday 22 April 9:30 - 12:00 151HM03 151HM12 History examines change, but also continuity. In this course we will examine change and continuity with regard to several aspects of our lives, such as alcohol, crime and the law, standardization, religion and the workplace. The connection between past and present will prove fascinating. Alt Thursdays from 29 Jan 1:30 - 3:30 Leader: Frank Wilson 8021 7059 Bookings: Ann Drysdale 9427 8435 WINDOWS EXPLORER**(6) In Windows 7 use Windows Explorer to save, find, move and re-name files and folders on your hard drive, memory sticks, DVD and camera. Learn about file types, folders and sub-folders. Monday 9 Feb 9:15 - 12:15 151HM02 WINDOWS 7 CONTROLS**(6) WINDOWS 8**(6) This course looks at the changed navigation, features and tools. The course will suit people who have recently upgraded from Windows 7 to Windows 8. Monday 9 March 9:15 - 12:15 28 THE PAST IN THE PRESENT HOW DO I ??**(6) FACEBOOK – HALF-DAY INTRODUCTION**(6) Introduction to social media, uploading photos, creating groups and setting up your Facebook site. You will learn a lot of useful skills in this workshop. Wednesday 10 June 9:30 - 12:00 Proudly printed on Australian paper Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 151HL03 DISCUSSION GROUP Join this happy group to air your views and discuss a variety of interesting topics selected by the group of members. Alt Thursdays from 29 Jan 11:00 - 1:00 Leader: Beatrice Blanks 9953 6575 Bookings: Val Kaley 9427 0786 151HL04 BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP**(12) A group centred on literary fiction. Our book for the first session is Middlemarch by George Eliot. Group limited to 12 to ensure everyone has a chance to speak. Every Fourth Monday from 9 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Janice Gentle 9439 3801 LANE COVE GARDENS RETIREMENT VILLAGE 5 Hart Street, Lane Cove North. Due to unanticipated circumstances, the Five First Fridays series of presentations will not run during this Semester. Sessions will re-commence from the first Friday of the month in 2nd Semester and will be advertised in the next Course Book. Venue Coordinator Sue Barr: 9418 3858 GREENWICH: WATERBROOK RETIREMENT RESORT 6 Ulonga Avenue, Greenwich (off Innes Road, which is off Pacific Highway opposite the old ABC site). Regular buses along Pacific Highway, including M20. Limited car parking is available at the venue. Venue Coordinators: John and Ena Hall 9433 8076 151HW01 NAPOLEON AND WELLINGTON The lives, personal histories and wars of Napoleon and of his principal opponent, the British general Wellington, including the operational methods of their two armies. We will conclude by considering how Wellington in the end defeated Napoleon. (2 sessions) Tuesdays 27 Jan and 3 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Michael Peters Bookings: Janice Walker 9909 1671 151HW02 FIVE REVOLUTIONS - WHAT HAVE WE LEARNED? Recent history in our region has experienced five major revolutions: Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Afghanistan, and China. All were different: some violent with many casualties; some popular (or populist); some military-backed coups. All resulted in wrenching change in society and structure. What can we learn from them? Who will be next? (6 sessions) Each Tuesday from 10 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Simon Gentry Bookings: Jennie Gentry 9948 5496 151HW03 INDULGENT TASTES - AN HISTORICAL VIEW When do treats become dangerous social trends? The Romans loved their gems literally to death, Madame de Pompadour had 50 jewel snuffboxes, and Van Gogh adored absinthe. But there is a fascinating historical side to these, and more. (3 sessions) Alt Tuesdays from 24 March 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Heather Bentley Bookings: Barbara Potts 9451 4967 151HW04 PEOPLE WHO CHANGED THE WORLD Sir Timothy Berners-Lee, Rosalind Franklin, and Steve Jobs. We look at the psycho-social background of people who significantly changed their world and how that may have affected our lives. We consider the environment they grew up in, their family relationships and the events that made a contribution to their work. (3 sessions) Alt Tuesdays from 31 March 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Barry Hanlon Bookings: Mary Morrison 9433 8004 151HW05 ETHICAL BEHAVIOUR: THEORY AND PRACTICE This course covers 2500 years of moral theory, from Plato and Aristotle to John Stuart Mill and John Rawls. It then extends into the practical applications of building a more ethical society, drawing on recent publications by the leader in ethics, ethical practices, whistleblowing and the professions. (4 sessions) Each Tuesday from 5 May 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Peter Bowden Bookings: Kate Caro 9433 8056 Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 151HW06 AN ASTRONOMICAL TRILOGY Interested in astronomy? In these talks, we will tour the Solar System, discover the fascinating lives of stars and investigate the galaxies and the expanding Universe. (3 sessions) Each Tuesday from 2 June 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Peter Kinna Bookings: Rosalie Lund-Conlon 9807 9956 151HW07 FRIDAY FILMS AT WATERBROOK**(34) Classic films from the silent era to the contemporary will be presented with some analysis and background pertaining to the cast, director and production issues. A full list of movies to be presented will be available at the first performance. Coffee at 9:45 before the film. Alt Fridays from 13 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Hugh Watson Bookings: Valia Linklater 9438 1916 151HW08 WATERCOLOUR PAINTING**(6) A practical course in the basic techniques of European watercolour painting. Numbers will necessarily be limited. Equipment will be provided on loan and consumables provided at a small charge ($2 per session) until students feel confident enough to buy their own materials. Alt Fridays from 6 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: John Hall Bookings: Ena Hall 9433 8076 CASTLE COVE: WATERMARK RETIREMENT VILLAGE 8b Deepwater Road, Castle Cove Off Eastern Valley Way. Bus 207 from Carrington Street City via North Sydney. Bus 136 from Chatswood Station. Alight from bus at Eastern Valley Way and continue north to Deepwater Road. There is street parking near the village. Venue Coordinator: Barbara Boston 9958 7040 Email: [email protected] Bookings essential for all courses at this venue Bookings: Norma or Barbara Boston 9958 7040 151HC01 CLASSIC MOVIES**(20) A selection of the best and most influential movies that developed the industry will be presented with some analysis and background pertaining to cast, director and production. A full list of movies will be supplied at the first performance. (10 sessions) Alt Fridays from 6 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Hugh Watson Proudly printed on Australian paper 29 151HC02 151HC08 Vietnam, its people, culture, beauty and history, through the eyes of one who has been involved for 20 years, and author of Scales of the Dragon; The Vietnam Experience. Tuesday 10 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Speaker: Michael Adams The twentieth century saw amazing breakthroughs in scientific discoveries and progress in medical treatments. We will examine three exciting discoveries in the area of infectious diseases and trace their impact on the general health of the community and the way medicine is practiced today. (3 sessions) Each Tuesday from 5 May 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Penny Bishop THE VIETNAM EXPERIENCE 151HC03 THE ART OF ABORIGINAL STORY TELLING MEDICAL MILESTONES An Aboriginal story is like an onion, it has many layers. The deceptively simple story, set near Sydney, reveals the history of people down to the Dreaming beginnings. Tuesday 17 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Speaker: Michael Adams PRIVATE HOMES 151HC04 151HH01 Puccini has been called the greatest Italian opera composer after Verdi. This semester we will see five of his operas. Play the recorder with a small group meeting not far from Roseville station. New Intermediate level students will be welcome. Alt Mondays from 2 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Sheila Caldwell 9498 1197 OPERA AT THE MOVIES: A PUCCINI FESTIVAL**(20) 1. Manon Lescaut (1892) Tuesday 24 Feb 10:00 - 12:30 2. La Bohéme (1896) Tuesday 24 March 10:00 - 12:30 3. The Girl of the Golden West (1910) Tuesday 28 April 10:00 - 12:30 4. La Rondine (1915) Tuesday 26 May 10:00 - 12:30 5. Turandot (1926) Tuesday 23 June 10:00 - 12:30 Leader: Frank Assenza 151HC05 THE ENIGMATIC JOAN OF ARC We explore the enigmatic life of Joan of Arc; peasant girl, adviser to a king, military leader, martyr at 19, patron saint of France. Tuesday 3 March 10:30 - 12:30 Speaker: Antony McCurdy 151HC06 BUDDHISM IN CHINESE HISTORY In this course we will discuss how and why Buddhism became a major religion in China and a lasting influence on Chinese culture. We will cover its introduction in the Han dynasty, its growth during the long period of disunity and the height of its influence in the Tang dynasty. (4 sessions) Tuesdays 10 and 17 March, 14 and 21 April 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Bernice Lee 151HC07 Coordinator: Kathy Vern-Barnett 9427 6309 Email: [email protected] INTERMEDIATE RECORDER (Roseville)**(12) OUT THERE! Coordinator: Kathy Vern-Barnett 9427 6309 Email: [email protected] 151OT01 FOOD FOR THOUGHT**(14) We meet to sample the cuisine of different nationalities. We aim to discover some of the cooking origins, locations and unique ingredients in our travels. Friendliness, fun and food is a basis for finding out about different cultures. Every Third Friday from 21 Feb Leader and Bookings: Sarah Fennamore 9955 1962 151OT02 FOOD FOR THOUGHT**(12) We meet to sample the cuisine of different nationalities. We aim to discover some of the cooking origins, locations and unique ingredients in our travels. Friendliness, fun and food is a basis for finding out about different cultures. Alt Fridays from 20 Feb Leaders and Bookings: Sissi Stewart 9908 2045 or Lyn Honey 9997 3292 Email: [email protected] THE GLORY OF GOTHIC A profusely illustrated look at the origin, development and nature of the architectural achievements of Gothic cathedrals. Tuesday 7 April 10:30 - 12:30 Speaker: Antony McCurdy 30 Proudly printed on Australian paper Explore courses in other regions CATCH A METROBUS Services run every 15 minutes Metrobus Network Map on Page 52 Members are asked to quote their membership number when booking into all courses Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 INNER WEST Regional Course Coordinator: Colleen Adams Assistant Regional Course Coordinator: Patricia Cox 9713 4586 Email: [email protected] Enquiries Only The only mandatory fee payable in Sydney U3A is your annual subscription. However, the regions do appreciate your voluntary contributions towards refreshments and a token of gratitude for the leader. INNER WEST REGION OF SYDNEY U3A Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting and Election of Office Bearers will be held on Wednesday 11 February 1:30 - 3:30 at Carpenter Room 2 Conder Street, Burwood Library All members are invited to attend our Annual General Meeting which will be followed by light refreshments and with opportunity for members to socialise. Members should consider standing for election to the committee to assist in the running of our excellent organisation. Positions for election are President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Regional Course Coordinator and committee members. Guest Speaker: Chloe Mason Topic: “The World is my Country” The story of Alice Wheeldon Afternoon tea: please bring a plate Nomination forms for Committee members are available from Jenny Waldron 8753 0521 Email: [email protected] All Sydney U3A members are welcome to attend ASHFIELD: CARDINAL FREEMAN VILLAGE ASHFIELD CIVIC CENTRE CLUB ASHFIELD 2nd Level (lift available) 5-7 Charlotte Street, Ashfield. Trains: Inner West and South Line (short walk from station) Buses: 491, 462/4/6, 480/3. Car Park: (Elizabeth Street) token from Club required for exit. Venue Coordinator: Patricia Cox 9713 4586 Email: [email protected] Queen/Clissold/Victoria/Seaview Streets, Ashfield. Buses: 413, 418. Street parking only. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Patricia Cox 9713 4586 Email: [email protected] 260 Liverpool Road, Ashfield. Bus 418 from Bondi Junction to Ashfield. Bus 461/480/483 from City to Ashfield. Trains: Inner West and South Lines (short walk from station - 1 block). Venue Coordinator: John Rosenberg 9719 8150 Email: [email protected] 151WA01 151WE01 TAI CHI CHUN YEUNGS 28 STEPS and QIGONG Brush up your bridge skills with our informal group in a friendly non-competitive atmosphere. All levels of skill welcome. Each Tuesday from 6 Jan 1:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Liz Sobolewski 9630 7592 This course is for people who enjoy playing the recorder and would like to join an established group. We perform a wide variety of music at intermediate level (not for beginners). Each Tuesday from 3 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: David Young 9569 8167 Bookings: Peter Andrews 9747 3692 Tai Chi is a popular Chinese traditional culture that was established over three hundred years ago. Tai Chi is a very good way to maintain health and longevity, and is an easy way to exercise. Each Tuesday from 3 Feb 10:30 - 12:00 Leaders: June and Charles Chang Bookings: Bobbie Kersten 8854 1646 Mob: 0410 873 605 Email: [email protected] BRIDGE FOR THE LESS COMPETITIVE RECORDER GROUP Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 151WF01 Proudly printed on Australian paper 31 151WF02 COOPERATIVE YOGA AND RELAXATION This course is for experienced yoga practitioners who share their knowledge in a collaborative atmosphere. Each Wednesday from 11 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Heather Adams 9712 7126 Email: [email protected] 151WF03 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE We investigate various aspects of English including grammar, pronunciation, spelling, formal and informal speech and writing, and idiom, usually from a newspaper article or short story. To join, you need at least a beginning level of spoken and written English and you should be literate in your first language. Each Thursday from 29 Jan 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Janet Egan 0415 133 994 Email: [email protected] 151WF04 SHARING FAMILY HISTORY RESEARCH**(14) This is a friendly and passionate group of family historians who enjoy sharing their research and discovering all manner of twists and turns in their family narrative. We welcome anyone who is looking for extra help or has any question about their research. Every First Thursday from 5 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leaders: Ronda and John Gaffey Bookings: Ronda Gaffey Email: [email protected] 151WF05 QIGONG: AS RELEVANT TO LIFE**(20) Based on the Oriental concept of Creation Spirituality, these QiGong classes are geared towards the harmonizing of our three enlivening centres: Healing Breath, Human/ Compassionate Heart and the Uplifting Spirit. The life cycle of the five Phases are incorporated into each movement. This is a component of traditional Chinese medicine. Each Friday from 16 Jan 9:30 - 11:30 Leader: Marimil Lobregat Bookings: Denise Yuen 0410 570 188 Email: [email protected] BURWOOD RSL CLUB 92 Shaftesbury Road, Burwood. Buses 490/492 from Burwood Station; on-site parking. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: John Rosenberg 9719 8150 Email: [email protected] 32 151WB01 CURRENT AFFAIRS DISCUSSION News of the day. No topics are out of bounds, but we discuss politics and religion with sensitivity. Members sometimes prepare a topic for discussion. Each Monday from 19 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Allan Maloney 0419 493 376 Email: [email protected] 151WB02 CINEMA DISCUSSION AND STUDY GROUP This popular group discusses two movies per session, that is, members see two group-selected feature films in each fortnight. Each film is presented by a member of the group (voluntary) in a 5 to 10 minute introduction. Discussion follows. Our group is warm, friendly and stimulating. Alt Wednesdays from 28 Jan 1:30 - 3:30 Leader: Frank Wilson 8021 7059 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Betty Candy 9799 9030 Email: [email protected] 151WB03 ITALIAN CONVERSATION INTERMEDIATE**(10) This class aims to improve conversational skills for students who have knowledge of Italian grammar. Note: no handouts will be supplied. Each Wednesday from 28 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Nadia Favotto 9705 7217 Mob: 0429 060 013 151WB04 PROMINENT INDIVIDUALS AND THEIR INFLUENCE ON HISTORY This course will endeavour to assess the influence of, and the interaction with the process of history of various prominent individuals e.g. Napoleon, TalleyrandPerigord, Mao Tse Tung. Alt Wednesdays from 28 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Frank Wilson 8021 7059 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Betty Candy 9799 9030 Email: [email protected] 151WB05 USING THE iPHONE AND iPAD WORKSHOP You will need to be in possession of either an iPhone or iPad to participate in this course. Note that the iPhone and iPad are very similar to operate. Ideally, the iPhone or iPad should have IOS 8 installed. The approach will be a workshop where we help one another. Alt Wednesdays from 4 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Allan Maloney 0419 493 376 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian paper 151WB06 INVESTMENT DISCUSSION GROUP Our course aims to help members to understand the forces and current events that affect investment markets. To do this, we shall examine specific topics and undertake some practical activity. This is a Discussion Group only, and our members are not permitted, by law, to provide financial advice. Alt Thursdays from 5 Feb 9:30 - 11:30 Leader and Bookings: Greg Buriak 9799 9663 151WB07 TWITTER FOR TWILIGHT TWEEPS (8) The little blue bird can chirp up an exciting world of followers; URL shorteners and news aggregators. Learn how to manage your Twitter account through avatars, hashtags, profiles, DMs, dashboards and @mentions. This is an amateur, handson course. Prerequisites: valid email address, fully charged iPad (no Android), reasonable level of e-literacy. (2 sessions) Thursdays 5 and 19 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Beatrice Scheepers Mob: 0402 969 004 (enquiries only) Bookings: [email protected] 151WB08 A PLACE IN TIME Come on a voyage through literature to various places in the world at a particular time in their history and examine the social or political issues involved in the period described. First novel: Mansfield Park by Jane Austen. Alt Fridays from 13 Feb 10:30 - 12:30. Leader: Iris Ryall 9744 1647 Bookings: Edna May 9797 8202 151WB09 DISCUSSION GROUP: SOCIAL ISSUES AND CURRENT AFFAIRS Each fortnightly meeting is divided into two sessions by a tea break. First session: Topic for discussion is prepared and presented by any group member who volunteers. Second Session: Current Affairs, no subject taboo, a friendly, intelligent group of men and women where everyone is encouraged to participate. Alt Fridays from 23 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: George Elliott 9874 7208 Email: [email protected] Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 CAMPSIE CENTRAL LIBRARY 14-28 Amy Street, Campsie. Two blocks to railway station. Bus Routes 400, 412, 413, 415, 444, 445, 487 and 492 go down Beamish Street. Parking available beneath the library. Venue Coordinator: Joy Pegler 9771 6185 Email:[email protected] 151WM01 CREATIVE WRITING Always wanted to tell that story? This course is about learning and experimentation, a journey of creative exploration where the signposts get demystified and your sense of achievement develops at a cracking pace. There will be assignments but no pressure other than the level of commitment you choose for yourself. (9 sessions) Alt Tuesdays (except school holidays) from 9 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Pearlie McNeill 9718 2885 Mob: 0407 903 322 Email: [email protected] CITY: CUSTOMS HOUSE LIBRARY Meeting room Level 2. Please enter quietly through Reading Room. Opposite Circular Quay Station. Venue Coordinator: Dianne Ekert 0419 245 756 Email: [email protected] 151WC01 FILM APPRECIATION**(20) Do you enjoy contemporary cinema and sharing your ideas? Members of this group research a film and lead the discussion three to four times a year. We also look at issues, trends and news in the film world. Alt. Mondays from 2 Feb 1:30 - 3:30 (public holidays excluded) Leader and Bookings: Susanne de Ferranti 9660 3425 Email: [email protected] 151WC02 DECONSTRUCTING CONTEMPORARY ART**(25) Every other Thursday we visit contemporary art shows in Sydney galleries. On alternate weeks we meet at Customs House for evaluation of news, events, trends, theory and history of the work visited. We build a virtual art collection and develop a personal aesthetic and new ways of interpreting current concerns. Each Thursday from 5 Feb 1:30 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Wendy Fraser 9569 7942 Mob: 0408 711 672 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Helen Biddle 9428 1585 Email: [email protected] CITY: U3A OFFICE Level 2, 36 Carrington Street, Sydney. City-bound buses that stop near Wynyard and/or travel along York or George Streets. Train to Wynyard Station then a short easy walk to building. Venue Coordinator: Dianne Ekert 0419 245 756 Email: [email protected] 151WO01 HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY: FROM FIRST BEGINNINGS TO THE DIGITAL AGE Photography is everywhere. Dash-cams capture meteors crashing to earth, selfies are exchanged by phone and we are all monitored by street cameras. This technology has evolved in less than 200 years. This course provides an overview of the development of technology, changing styles and the effect of photography on peoples’ lives. (6 sessions) Mondays from 9 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 (public holidays excluded) Leader and Bookings: Janet Oakley 9660 6669 Email: [email protected] 151WO02 Step outside and smile as cameras in planes, satellites, drones take your photo. Come on an exciting learning experience that examines the history, applications and privacy issues of ‘spy’ cameras. Wednesday 4 March Speaker: Tony Whittingham 4. The Wolloo Jack Bushranger Gang The most feared gang of the late 1820’s, unknown because of severe censorship in a penal colony. Their headquarters was at Stanwell Park. Three hangings, a gunfight with one bushranger killed, murder and mayhem. A ripper yarn Wednesday 18 March Speaker: Michael Adams 5. Phoenix from the Ashes The beautiful Venetian theatre La Fenice, destroyed three times by fire, and last rebuilt in 2004, has premiered many famous operas. Musical extracts, film clips and pictures accompany this outline of its story. Wednesday 1 April Speakers: Nora Hinchen and John Flint 6. Roman Religion CRACKING CRYPTIC CROSSWORDS**(20) Get into the minds of crossword compilers and learn how to solve their devious clues – and have fun while keeping your brain active. Alt Tuesdays from 10 Feb to 24 March 1:30 - 3:30 Alt Tuesdays from 14 April to 23 June 1:30 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Ron Shapiro 9810 4490 Mob: 0413 609 369 Email: [email protected] 151WO03 WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS AT CARRINGTON STREET**(25) Not to be missed – a series of stimulating and entertaining talks by U3A members (10 sessions) Alt Wednesday from 4 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Bookings: Dianne Ekert Email: [email protected] 1. A Look at Some of Our Top Women Scientists We discuss some of our top women scientists and inventors from around the world, their discoveries and inventions from antiquity to now and how these women have shaped our lives. Wednesday 4 Feb Speaker: Ian Thompson 2. Learning through the Hobby of Birdwatching Different habitats = different birds = travel. So my great hobby has inevitably led me to some understanding of ecology, but surprisingly also into anthropology and politics. Wednesday 18 Feb Speaker: Joy Pegler Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 3. The Spy in the Sky The real truth about Roman religion, the gods’ ritual and various beliefs will be explored with even a bit of Latin thrown in. Wednesday 15 April Speaker: Anne Richardson 7. The Enigmatic Joan of Arc We explore the enigmatic life of Joan of Arc; peasant girl, advisor to a king, military leader, martyr at 19, patron saint of France Wednesday 29 April Speaker: Antony McCurdy 8. The History of Photography and is it an Art? We look back on photography throughout history and discuss whether or not it has legitimacy as one of the arts Wednesday 20 May Speaker: Alan Rozen 9. Two Queens of France Marie Antoinette was Austrian, while Catherine de Medici was Italian. Both became queens of France, with far-reaching consequences. Wednesday 3 June Speaker: Paul Barclay 10. An Introduction to Entomology – the Study of Insects An introduction to entomology and with a fascinating and close-up look at the biology and habitat of insects and other arthropods found in and around the home. Wednesday 17 June Speaker: Ian Thompson Proudly printed on Australian paper 33 151WO04 SEARCHING FOR THE BLACK SHEEP IN YOUR FAMILY If you’re interested in tracing your ancestry across all lines of your family you may have a secret black sheep hiding there. Learn how to find and document it as an electronic publication. We will also have occasional external speakers. Helpful material is provided as part of the course at a charge of $10. (6 sessions) Alt Thursdays from 22 Jan 1:30 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Simon Haynes 0419 628 436 Email: [email protected] DRUMMOYNE COMMUNITY CENTRE 10 Cometrowe Street, Drummoyne. Five minutes from Lyons Road. Buses 490, 492, 500 series and X20, 504 and X04. Street parking. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Patricia Cox 9713 4586 Email: [email protected] 151WD01 FRENCH CONVERSATION**(15) This class is conducted in French. Participants are expected to have a reasonable grasp of the French language in order to contribute to the discussions and speak on a range of topics and current affairs. Each Wednesday from 28 Jan 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Jocelyne Sealey Bookings: Patricia Cox 9713 4586 Email: [email protected] 151WD02 SPANISH INTERMEDIATE**(18) Some language knowledge required. We focus on writing, speaking, listening and personal interaction. We will end up holding a conversation in Spanish. The class will be conducted mainly in Spanish. Each Wednesday from 28 Jan 1:15 - 3:15 Leader and Bookings: Les Margulis 0421 456 806 Email: [email protected] 151WD03 SPANISH FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS**(18) No experience required. We focus on writing, speaking, listening. We will end up holding a conversation in Spanish Each Thursday from 29 Jan 1:15 - 3:15 Leader and Bookings: Italo Santamaria 9742 5629 Email: [email protected] 34 GLEBE: COMMUNITY ROOMS, THE OLD FIRE STATION 113-115 Mitchell Street, Glebe. Buses: 370, 431, 433 Venue Coordinator: Dianne Ekert 0419 245 756 Email: [email protected] 151WG01 ADVANCED JAPANESE This is a class for people who have an elementary knowledge of Japanese. It covers reading, writing and speaking the language in a small friendly group. New members welcome. (2 series x 10 sessions) Series 1 Each Thursday from 29 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Series 2 Each Thursday from 23 April 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Tsuiko Mukai Bookings: Juanita Eaglefield 9816 5807 151WQ01 FIRST FRIDAY BOOK GROUP**(12) Books are chosen by members of the group, who initiate the discussion. Time is given for all those attending to give their opinions of the book. First Friday of each month from 6 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Jan MacPherson 9660 5701 Email: [email protected] GLEBE: ST. HELEN’S COMMUNITY CENTRE 184 Glebe Point Road, Glebe. Buses: 370, 433, 431. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Dianne Ekert 0419 245 756 Email: [email protected] 151WG02 151WK01 We use black and white (charcoal, pencil, ink), with some other media, such as Conté. The basics are covered, including tone, perspective and composition. Students are encouraged to suggest topics. Weather permitting, we draw outdoors and occasionally visit art galleries. Only an interest in drawing is required. Alt Thursdays from 5 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Neville Bendall 9660 1873 As a background for Roman religion we will briefly consider Roman history, law and the emergence of the individual citizen. Literature and the arts will be included, but not much military history. Alt. Fridays from 6 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Jacques Goldman 9518 6741 PATHWAYS TO THE GODS DRAWING**(12) GLEBE: LIBRARY, BENLEDI HOUSE GLEBE: TOXTETH HOTEL 186 Glebe Point Road (corner Wigram Road) Buses: 370, 433, 431 Venue Coordinator: Jenny Waldron 8753 0521 Email: [email protected] Fireside Lounge, ground floor, 345 Glebe Point Road. Buses: 431,433, 370; street parking available. Coordinator: Dianne Ekert 0419 245 756 Email: [email protected] 151WJ01 151WT01 This course explores the incredible world of classical music, the lives of composers and performers together with musical ideas and topics. Learn about the well loved, the unfamiliar and hear fascinating stories from the world of music and musicians. Come and enjoy much wonderful music from great recordings. (10 sessions) Alt Thursdays from 12 Feb 2:00 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Paul Butler Email: [email protected] Topics are drawn from a wide range of political and cultural themes, and examined from a philosophic perspective. Discussion aims to promote differing worldviews and to challenge common belief systems. Members are expected to participate in internet/web research, questioning and facilitating. Email address essential. (2 series x 7 sessions) Series 1: Each Tuesday from 17 Feb 3:00 - 5:00 Series 2: Each Tuesday from 5 May 3:00 - 5:00 Leader: Michael Holland 0402 132 552 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Dianne Ekert 0419 245 756 Email: [email protected] MUSIC MATTERS GLEBE: NAG’S HEAD HOTEL Conference Room Upstairs, 162 St John’s Road. Buses: 470 from city. Limited street parking. Easy walking from Glebe Point Road. Venue Coordinator: Dianne Ekert 0419 245 756 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian paper PHILOSOPHY IN THE PUB**(12) Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 LEICHHARDT MUNICIPAL LIBRARY Italian Forum (Piazza level), 23 Norton Street, Leichhardt. Buses: Norton Street: 370, 436/8/9, 440/4/5. Parramatta Rd: 413, 461, 480/3 and Metrobus10 (Prepay Only Maroubra Junction to Leichhardt). Lift to parking station beneath Library (Note: Concession parking with validated ticket.) Wheelchair accessible. Venue Coordinator: Barbara Burton 9798 5620 Email: [email protected] NOTE: Please make bookings by email, for preference, giving course name and date, membership number and contact details. Confirmation will be sent to your email address. ALL BOOKINGS: Venue Convenor: Margot Simington 9571 9297 Email: [email protected] 151WL01 AFGHANISTAN: ITS PEOPLE AND ITS POLITICS**(30) Fifteen visits to Afghanistan as consultant to FAO and other UN Agencies gave Peter an ideal platform to gain a broad knowledge of the people, history and politics of this fascinating country. Peter examines its history and particular place in the world and its difficult mix of tribalism and politics. (3 sessions) Each Friday from 6 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Peter Sloane 151WL02 THE OPERA HOUSE INSIDE**(30) The base and the shells were designed by Utzon; the glass walls and interiors by others. Utzon Opera House motifs and themes will be recalled and guidelines for regeneration canvassed. Friday 27 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Speaker: Peter Compagnoni 151WL03 TOWARDS A RENEWABLE SOCIETY**(30) How Australia is making the transition to a sustainable society and how NGO, Beyond Zero Emissions, is promoting that change through research and costed plans to implement the change. Friday 6 March 10:30 - 12:30 Speaker: John Mobbs 151WL04 FROM A CHINESE PERSPECTIVE**(30) 1. Yellow Shadows in a White Land White women partnered with Chinese men, daring to cross inter-racial boundaries, thus causing affront to the concept of a pure white Australia. Time passes and so has this old prejudice. Friday 13 March 10:30 - 12:30 2. Chinese Coolies in France in WW1**(30) How did thousands of Chinese farmers and labourers come to be working for the Allies in France during WW1? China’s quest for international recognition resulted in shame and humiliation. Friday 20 March 10:30 - 12:30 3. When Britain Bullied China**(30) China’s century of humiliation began with the Opium Wars (1839-1860). Britain led the way for imperialist powers of the day to force unequal treaties on a once proud but weakened empire. Friday 27 March 10:30 - 12:30 Speaker: Gordon Mar 151WL05 AN INTRODUCTION TO HINDUISM AND BUDDHISM**(30) 1. Hinduism Hinduism had no definite beginnings or founder but from about 1500BC it was concerned with the nature of the human soul and its liberation from the cosmic process of reincarnation. Friday 10 April 10:30 - 12:30 2. Buddhism Buddhism, a reform movement of Hinduism, began probably in 6th century BC when Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment becoming the Buddha. Friday 17 April 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Gail Ball 151WL06 THE TEACHER SOLDIERS**(30) Of NSW teachers who fought in WWI, one lived in Leichhardt and taught at Glebe. See how online resources were used to find this information and learn how for yourself. Friday 24 April 10:30 - 12:30 Speaker: Ross Bell 151WL07 LIVE POETS READING**(30) Modern poetry is obscure and boring! Carolyn Gerrish and John Upton will refute this myth as they read and discuss their poetry. A lively session is guaranteed. Friday 1 May 10:30 - 12:30 Speakers: Carolyn Gerrish/John Upton 151WL08 SHAKESPEARE: JULIUS CAESAR**(20) We will examine and discuss the overwhelming rich and powerful language of this fascinating play, and see how Shakespeare exposes the dangerous power of manipulative rhetoric, a lesson for our own day. We use CD, DVD. Please bring a copy of the play to each session. (4 sessions) Each Friday from 8 May 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Margaret Beale 151WL09 LANGUAGE IS FASCINATING**(30) We will explore the theories of how language evolved, the links between languages, and the fascinating ways language Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 develops through usage and cultural contexts. Latin language will be a focus. Friday 5 June 10:30 - 12:30 Speaker: Anne Richardson 151WL10 CHRISTIANITY IN JAPAN**(30) Portuguese ships began arriving in Japan in 1543 with Catholic Jesuit missionaries, most famously, Francis Xavier. As the Japanese resisted all invaders, so they resisted attempts to change their religion, apart from some stalwart characters, particularly in the Nagasaki area. Learn of early martyrs, hidden Christians and those practising today. (2 sessions) Fridays 12 and 19 June 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Rita Tratt 151WL11 1066 AND ALL THAT: THE BAYEUX TAPESTRY**(30) The Norman Conquest is recorded in the Bayeux Tapestry, often regarded as the world’s oldest comic book. Is it Norman propaganda or a unique record of history, secular and sacred art? Friday 26 June 10:30 - 12:30 Speaker: Dorothy McDonald MARRICKVILLE LIBRARY Marrickville Library. Corner of Marrickville and Petersham Roads, Marrickville. Metrobus M30. Short walk to station. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Patricia Cox 9713 4586 Email: [email protected] 151WV01 CLASSIC MOVIES Classic movies from the silent to the contemporary era. A selection of the very best and most influential films that helped develop the industry is presented. Analysis, background and historical settings plus production issues and biographical details pertaining to the director, cast and production personnel are explored. Alt Wednesdays from 4 Feb 10:00 - 12:30 Leader: Hugh Watson 9519 5082 Bookings: Marie Doyle 9558 4223 Email: [email protected] NEWINGTON COMMUNITY CENTRE Avenue of Europe, Newington. Bus 526 (Olympic Park Wharf to Burwood via Strathfield); 525 (Parramatta/Strathfield Stn/Burwood Stn), 540/2/3/4 (from Auburn Stn, Eastwood Stn, Macquarie Centre). Parking: $4 for three hours. Venue Coordinator: Joy Pegler 9771 6185 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian paper 35 151WN01 TAKE ME TO THE OPERA**(70) John Bolton-Wood listens and talks to his friends and colleagues from the Australian operatic scene and Opera Australia of today. The talk is interspersed with beautiful music that has influenced his guests during their careers. First Tuesday of each month from 3 Mar 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: John Bolton-Wood Bookings: Lesleyanne Kilkeary 9484 6285 Email: [email protected] PANANIA LIBRARY Corner Tower Street and Anderson Avenue, Panania. Train: East Hills Line (one-minute walk from Panania Station). Buses: 923 (Bankstown to Picnic Point), 924 (Bankstown to East Hills). Parking in adjacent car park accessed from Peffer Street. Venue Coordinator: Joy Pegler 9771 6185 Email: [email protected] 151WP01 AUSTRALIAN PERSPECTIVES**(25) This is an informal discussion group during which the guest speakers introduce us to their varied ethnic, cultural and historical experiences. (3 sessions) First Monday of each month from 4 Aug 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Joy Pegler 9771 6185 Mob: 0429 778 269 Email: [email protected] 1. Bushrangers of the South Coast 2 Feb Speaker: Michael Adams 2. Southern Highlands of Papua New Guinea before Independence 2 March Speaker: Frank O’Brien 3. The Clinique Medico-Chirurgicale in Burkina Faso, West Africa 4 May Speakers: Peter and Gloria Lawrence 151WP02 FILM DISCUSSION GROUP**(25) This friendly group meets monthly to discuss recent movies. Members will undertake to view up to three group-selected feature films screening during the coming month. At each monthly meeting, a volunteer will introduce one of the selected films in a five-to-ten minute talk that will be followed by general discussion. (6 sessions) Second Tuesday of each month from 10 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Frances de Groen 0412 394 474 Email: [email protected] 36 REVESBY: COMMUNITY HALL Macarthur Avenue, Revesby. Train: East Hills line (two minutes’ walk from Revesby Station). Buses: 923 (Bankstown to Picnic Point, 924 (Bankstown to East Hills), 926 (Bankstown to Revesby Heights). Parking: Very limited street parking only. Venue Coordinator: Joy Pegler 9771 6185 Email:[email protected] ROZELLE NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE 665A Darling Street, Rozelle. Ferry to Darling Street Wharf then buses: 433, 440, 442, Balmain East Wharf to Campsie 444/5. Victoria Road buses 502/504. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Patricia Cox 9713 4586 Email: [email protected] 151WU01 DISCUSSION GROUP - TOPICAL ISSUES**(16) 151WR01 TAI CHI**(25) This class is for Tai Chi novices as well as for more experienced practitioners. The aim is for all participants to progress from six to twenty four Tai Chi forms. Each Thursday (except school holidays) from 29 Jan 9:30 - 11:00 Leader and Bookings: Patrick Brennan 9773 4182 Enjoy stimulating discussion on a range of local and global issues. These can include interesting social, political, economic or environmental issues and ideas. Alt Wednesdays from 28 Jan 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Renate Watkinson 9660 0294 Email: [email protected] PRIVATE HOMES ROZELLE: HANNAFORD CENTRE Coordinator: Patricia Cox Email: [email protected] Please note that all private homes have limitations on numbers. 608 Darling St (corner Nelson St) Rozelle Balmain East Wharf (Darling Street) then buses 444/5. Victoria Road buses 502/504. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Barbara Burton 9798 5620 Email: [email protected] 151WS01 151WH01 HISTORY OF ENGLISH LITERATURE (Rozelle) Continuing tracing the history of English Literature. Each Monday from 2 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Frances Stone Bookings: Barbara Oates 9818 5187 Email: [email protected] FRENCH CONVERSATION ADVANCED**(15) 151WH02 We are a group that meets every Tuesday and discusses various topics in French. We also read a variety of texts. Each Tuesday from 3 Feb 10:45 - 12:15 Leader: Alan Rodrick Bookings: Lisette Engel 9810 3807 Email: [email protected] A wide range of books will be selected by members who will lead a discussion of their choice. Every fourth Monday from 2 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Pam Dingle 9810 6165 Email: [email protected] 151WS02 FRENCH CONVERSATION INTERMEDIATE**(15) The class aims to improve conversational skills in French for tourist purposes. We also discuss other matters of interest such as films, television and books. We read articles on various topics to improve pronunciation and translation and we touch on grammar as required. Each Tuesday from 3 Feb 2:00 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Michael Georgeson 9818 2648 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian paper BALMAIN BOOK CLUB**(10) 151WH03 CLASSICAL BOOK CLUB (Stanmore)**(10) Members take turns reading from prescribed text, which is interspersed with lively discussion and commentary. For this semester the text is Cervante’s Don Quixote. Alt Tuesdays from 3 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Sondra Griffiths 9332 4490 151WH04 PLAYING MODERN BOARD and CARD GAMES (Balmain)**(12) Join with others in a friendly atmosphere to have fun playing a range of modern board and card games invented since 2000 while also giving your brain a good ‘workout’. Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 People new to these types of games and those with some experience are welcome. Alt Tuesday from 27 Jan 2:00 - 5:00 Leader and Bookings: Katarina Hackman Email: [email protected] 151WH05 INNER WEST BOOK GROUP Enhance your enjoyment of reading by sharing your ideas with others. Every four weeks we will read and discuss a book, choosing from a wide range of literature. First book in February is The Lives of Others by Neel Muckerjee. Every four weeks from Wednesday 4 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Jennie Winton 9798 3589 Email: [email protected] 151WH06 FILM DISCUSSION GROUP (Newtown) Film appreciation group. Members invited to discuss two movies every fortnight and give their rating. Members to vote on future movies with two to volunteer to present their choices. Alt Thursdays from 5 Feb 1:30 - 3:30 Leader: John Swords 9516 3915 Bookings: Carol Green 9516 3915 151WH07 SOUTH WEST SONGBIRDS (Revesby)**(50) Are you looking for a place to sing besides in the shower? You’re in luck. We aim to provide light-hearted group singing with accompaniment. Song requests welcome. Come and make new friends. All songbirds welcome to tweet along. Every second Thursday from 29 Jan 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Gloria Cunneen 9773 8319 Mob: 0424 258 348 WOOLLOOMOOLOO: OZANAM LEARNING CENTRE Series 1 Each Monday from 16 February 10:00 - 12:00 Series 2 Each Monday from 27 April 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and bookings: Anton Crouch 9660 2889 Email: [email protected] Series 1. Shakespeare on film Examples of a range of approaches to the filming of Shakespeare – from using a traditional stage setting to a foreign language action drama. Included will be Laurence Olivier’s revolutionary 1944 Henry V, Max Reinhardt’s 1935 Midsummer Night’s Dream, Orson Welles as Falstaff, and Hamlet in Russian. Series 2. Film Noir B Our group started in 2011 with a course on Film Noir and we now return to this most fascinating of styles and see what craftsmen can do on a modest budget. Directors represented include Richard Fleischer, Joseph Lewis, Anthony Mann and Jacques Tourneur. OUT THERE! Coordinator: Bobbie Kersten 8854 1646 Mob: 0410 873 605 Email: [email protected] 151WX01 VISITING REGIONAL GALLERIES Using public transport we will visit regional art galleries to see a diversity of art. More details available on enrolment. Second or third Saturday or Sunday of each month (depending on exhibition dates) from 20 Jan. early-am to mid-afternoon. Details of first outing will be supplied when enrolling. Leader and Bookings: Helen Biddle (not before 20 Jan.) Email: [email protected] (Please supply phone and U3A membership numbers) 151WX02 FOURTH TUESDAY LUNCH GROUP**(12) Level 3, 99 Forbes Street. Train: 5-7 minute walk from Kings Cross Station (Eastern Suburbs line) via William Street. Bus: Frequent buses along William Street; routes 324, 325, 326, 327; alight on William Street, near the corner of Forbes Street and walk down Forbes Street to the centre. Parking: limited street parking, many spots with meters. Disabled access and a lift. Venue Coordinator: Anton Crouch Email: [email protected] We meet for lunch at restaurants that serve a variety of cuisines situated close to public transport around Leichhardt Council LGA. We try to have the chef/owner tell us their background/menu development. We try to book BYO wine restaurants. Attendees who chose to BYOW are required to pay corkage (6 sessions) Fourth Tuesday each month from 27 Jan Leader and Bookings: David Cameron 9810 6498 Email: [email protected] 151WZ01 151WX03 A series of courses considering motion pictures in a thematic way. Generally, the time period covered is the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. Themes include genres and the work of directors and actors. A film is shown at each session, with members encouraged to consider the work in its historical context. (2 series x 6 sessions) Introduce people to the game of croquet in a pleasant friendly atmosphere, learn skills and strategy. There are green fees charged by the club at $5.00 per visit. This includes use of mallets and clubhouse. If you can walk you can play croquet. Second Tuesday of each month from 3 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 FILM GROUP**(20) HAVE A CRACK AT CROQUET Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 Marrickville Croquet Club, Corner of Lawson and Frazer Streets, Marrickville Leaders and Bookings: Janet Ryan 9572 7568 Email: [email protected] 151WX04 MY FAVOURITE ETHNIC EATING PLACE**(20) Do you enjoy good food and conversation with like-minded people? Five monthly lunches at inexpensive restaurants within the Sydney LGA. Members in turn choose venues which will stimulate interest in cuisines from different cultures supplemented with a talk by the restaurateur, about food/ traditions. Members pay for their own meal. Second Wednesday of each month from 11 Feb 12:00 - 2:30 Leaders and Bookings: Paulette and Gary Hay 9361 5431 Email: [email protected] 151WX05 BUSH WALKS WITH A TOUCH OF HISTORY All walks medium-grade. You are responsible for your own safety on the walks. Bring water, morning tea and lunch. Wear shoes with a safe walking tread. NOTE: Trains: We travel in the third carriage. Timetables subject to change: Check Transport Info Line 131500. Call Leader for late program changes. Last Sunday of each month from 22 Feb Leader and Bookings: Bobbie Kersten 8854 1646 Mob: 0410 873 605 Email: [email protected] 22 Feb - Freshwater to Collaroy Coastal Walk 9:00 Ferry to Manly, 9:42 Bus to Freshwater. Return by Bus to city. 29 March - Thirroul to Belambi Rockplatform and Beach Walking 9:28 Train Central suburban platform 25 to Thirroul. Return by train to city. 26 April- Thornleigh- Cherrybrook Circuit - Thornleigh 9:30 Thornleigh Station Return by Train to City 31 May - Johnston Bay and Blackwattle Bay Circuit (easy 9 km) This walk is being led by Chris and Rob Lin 9:30 Outside Hungry Jacks - Country Train platform 28 June- Katoomba- Lone Pine - Leura Prince Henry Cliff Walk 9:18 Train Central Country Platform. Return by train to City 151WX06 BIRDS IN THE ENVIRONMENT On this field trip on the Curra Moors Track in the Royal National Park we will observe how various habitats directly influence the bird species that are found there. Meet at 9:30 at the Audley kiosk car park. Wear good walking shoes protection from sun and insects, and carry water. Tuesday 24 March 9:30 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Joy Pegler 9771 6185 Mob: 0429 778 269 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian paper 37 NORTHERN BEACHES Regional Course Coordinator: Rosemary Caruana 0401 819 086 Email: [email protected] Enquiries Only The only mandatory fee payable in Sydney U3A is your annual subscription. However, the regions do appreciate your voluntary contributions towards refreshments and a token of gratitude for the leader. NORTHERN BEACHES REGION OF SYDNEY U3A Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting and Election of Office Bearers will be held on Wednesday 25 February 11:30am at Miramare Gardens, 289 Mona Vale Road, Terrey Hills (NOTE, entry is via 48 Myoora Road) This short business meeting will be followed by a CELEBRATION LUNCH Guest Speaker The Celebration Lunch will cost $40 and advance booking is essential Please send your name and membership number, together with a cheque or money order, payable to U3A Northern Beaches (print name and address on the reverse) to Christine Ferguson, PO Box 67, Balgowlah, NSW 2093 by 11 February. If direct deposit is preferred, please email [email protected] for bank details. Please indicate any special dietary requirements - replies by 11 February please Nomination forms for Northern Beaches Committee can be obtained from and returned to the Secretary: Jeanette Bywater, 9948 8532 or [email protected] by Monday 19 January. All Sydney U3A members are invited to attend If you wish to attend the AGM and not stay for the lunch, you are most welcome. Advance notice must be given by phoning Christine Ferguson Mob: 0409 306 768 so that appropriate seating can be arranged Please write in your diary now BALGOWLAH: CLUB TOTEM 195 Condamine Street, Balgowlah. Level 3, Washaway Room. Regular buses from Peninsula/City and Manly/Chatswood. Threehour free parking in Stockland Balgowlah Shopping Centre. Wheelchair accessible, via lift from Stockland car park Venue Coordinator: Helen Baseley 9905 3583 Email: [email protected] 151BB01 LITERATURE A wide range of authors and their books are discussed. These include The Paris 38 Wife by Paula McLain, The Children Act by Ian McEwan and The House of Fiction by Susan Swingler. Alt Wednesdays from 4 Feb 11:00 - 1:00 Leader and Bookings: Maureen Smith 9982 7985 Email: [email protected] BAYVIEW GARDENS VILLAGE Corner Cabbage Tree Road and Annam Road. Entrance Annam Road North. Bus 155 from Manly. Street parking available. Venue Coordinator: Moya Ward 9979 5881 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian paper 151BG01 CURRENT AFFAIRS DISCUSSION GROUP**(15) This group will discuss topical subjects that affect and/or interest us all. Lively debate is anticipated on international and national current affairs, as well as looking at local issues. All participants are welcome to contribute or, as some prefer, to listen and learn. Alt Wednesdays from 14 Jan 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Moya Ward Email: [email protected] Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 BELROSE: GLENAEON RETIREMENT VILLAGE 207 Forest Way, Belrose. Community Centre. Forest Coach Line Buses 280/270 from Warringah Mall/Frenchs Forest, 270 from City/Terrey Hills. Parking available inside village. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Margaret Robinson 9486 3528 Email: [email protected] 151BT01 DOCUMENTARY FILMS A wide selection of films is shown on the large plasma screen in the Village Community Centre, with subsequent discussion. Alt Mondays from 2 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader: John Sheridan Bookings: Shirley Carroll 9986 2425 151BT02 LEARN TO PLAY MAH JONG Lessons on a one-to-one basis are conducted in a relaxed and easily understood way by a tutor who has over 50 years experience. Games are played with a reference book which illustrates the ‘hands’ to play. Each Tuesday from 3 Feb 9:30 - 12:00 Leader: Rob Nicol Bookings: David Bright 0404 446 326 151BT03 JAZZ AND SWING MUSIC Come and listen to Jazz and Swing music from the 1920’s to the present day. The musicians, singers and composers of this unique genre will be presented. Some videos of present day and historical significance will be included. Alt Tuesdays from 3 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Eric Hitchen 9451 1414 Email: [email protected] 151BT04 POINT OF VIEW**(20) Topics for discussion are generated within the group and can be researched on the internet. In a friendly environment, individual presentations are encouraged but not essential. Our meeting room limits class size but we welcome new enquiries. Alt Wednesdays from 4 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leaders: Mick Greig 9486 3140 and Barbara Potts 9451 4967 Bookings: Kay Cooper 9486 3054 BROOKVALE: WARRINGAH MALL LIBRARY Pittwater Road. Library is located on 2nd floor adjacent to Hoyts theatre entrance. The Multifunction Room is within the library and at the rear. Three-hour free parking. Regular buses from City/Upper Peninsula and from Manly and Forest regions. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Jack Baseley 9905 3583 Email: [email protected] 151BA01 ISSUES FOR DISCUSSION**(23) A participative group where all those present are encouraged to raise issues that may be of interest to them and to others. The topics are debated in a friendly atmosphere for the benefit of all attendees. Please come and enjoy the company of other U3A members. Alt Thursdays from 8 Jan 1:30 - 3:30 Leader: Cyril Perry Bookings: Mary Comber 9948 4064 Email: [email protected] 151BA02 SUPERVISED BRIDGE FOR IMPROVERS**(16) Participants will need to have completed the Beginners Bridge, Continuing Bridge for Beginners and Further Bridge courses, or equivalent. Bookings essential. Alt Fridays from 6 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Helen Baseley 9905 3583 Email: [email protected] 151BA03 BOOK CLUB**(9) A book discussion group which will meet monthly to share views on a variety of authors. Books will be chosen from a range of genres according to the interests of the group. (5 sessions) Thursdays 12 Feb, 12 March, 9 April, 7 May, 4 June 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Joan Giumelli 9981 7509 Email: [email protected] 151BA04 ITALIAN Three more weeks of fun and information from the tragic Italophile. Hope to see last year’s great group as well as some new faces. (3 sessions) Thursdays 5, 12 and 19 March 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Anne McNeill 9938 6274 Email: [email protected] Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 151BA05 BRIDGE FOR BEGINNERS An introduction to the card game of Bridge, for those who have never played before and would like to have a basic understanding of this great social game. The course includes notes and some supervised play. Alt Wednesdays from 11 March 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Helen Baseley 9905 3583 Email: [email protected] 151BA06 BANNED! Book and media censorship by State, Church and Community has featured prominently throughout history down to the present day. Books are burned, printing presses closed down, writers gaoled or even killed. How has it been justified? (6 sessions) Alt Tuesdays from 17 March 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Joan Giumelli 9981 7509 Email: [email protected] 151BA07 FOCUS ON ASIA What’s the news from our neighbourhood, Asia? Let’s look at the latest current event/ crisis/calamity and examine the background. The exact subjects will be selected about a month ahead, depending on the news at the time. (2 sessions) Tuesdays 24 March and 16 June 2:00 - 4:00 Speaker: Simon Gentry Bookings: Jennie Gentry 9948 5496 COLLAROY PLATEAU: RSL VETERANS’ RETIREMENT VILLAGE Veterans Parade, Collaroy Plateau. Northern Amenities Block. Buses 179/180 from City. Limited on-site parking. Street parking available. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Ruth Buchanan 0401 203 368 Email: [email protected] 151BV01 ART: PAINTING AND DRAWING IN ANY MEDIUM**(14) If you are an artist, or would-be artist, haven’t painted for years, or would just like to paint with a friendly group, maybe we are what you need. This is not a teaching group but assistance and appraisals are given. Each Monday from 2 Feb 1:00 - 4:00 Leader: June Rodden 9402 4550 Bookings: Shirley Mangold 9981 2469 Proudly printed on Australian paper 39 COLLAROY: WARRINGAH PLACE RETIREMENT VILLAGE 1039 Pittwater Road, Collaroy. Activities Room. Buses 155/156 from Manly, buses 188/190 from City/Upper Peninsula, bus L60 from Chatswood/Mona Vale. Limited on-site parking. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Ruth Buchanan 0401 203 368 Email: [email protected] 151BP01 PLAY THE UKULELE**(12) Do you need some fun in your life? Do you like to sing? Ukuleles are back in fashion! Come and join us and make new friends. No musical knowledge required. Please ring leader to establish your interest. Each Monday from 2 Feb 1:30 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Colleen Russell 9918 3817 DEE WHY SENIOR CITIZENS CENTRE 34 Howard Avenue, Dee Why. 200 metres from Pittwater Road and regular bus routes from City/Peninsula. Bus 136 Manly/Chatswood stops nearby in Howard Avenue. Three-hour free parking available in Council car park directly opposite. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Ruth Buchanan 0401 203 368 Email: [email protected] 151BD01 FROM THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK TO ABBA A series of music appreciation courses featuring Buble, ABBA, Beatles after the Beatles, Johnnys, hits of the early 70s and the Great American Songbook. If you liked Magic of Music you’ll love this. Main Hall Alt Thursdays from 22 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: John Shearer 0414 458 995 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Janet Leeder 0466 998 331 Email: [email protected] 151BD02 MAH JONG – THE WESTERN GAME Learn and play Mah Jong in a friendly atmosphere. Patient teaching is provided when requested. Main Hall Each Thursday from 22 Jan 1:15 - 3:15 Leader: Ruth Buchanan 0401 203 368 40 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Christine Ferguson 9981 2520 Email: [email protected] 151BD03 CANASTA FOR ALL Canasta is a great social card game. This is an opportunity to learn the rules of the game, pick it up again if you have played before, or to polish up your playing skills in a friendly and supportive environment. The Lounge Alt Thursdays from 22 Jan 1:30 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Eve Lane 8919 0167 151BD04 CHINA – NEW SUPERPOWER China, using its new-found economic/political strength, has been making a ruckus in the South (and East) China Sea and causing concerns with its neighbours. What’s up? We look at China’s 2000-year history for clues. Main Hall. (8 sessions) Each Friday from 23 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Simon Gentry Bookings: Jennie Gentry 9948 5496 151BD05 ENTOMOLOGY – THE STUDY OF INSECTS AND OTHER ARTHROPODS 1. An introduction to entomology with a close-up look at insects and other creepy crawlies found in and around the home. Main Hall Thursday 29 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 2. A close-up study of social insects, focusing on ants and termites and their means of communication. Thursday 12 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 3. The fascinating world of insects and other bugs found in the home garden – their biology, reproduction and habitat. Thursday 26 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 151BD07 MEETING CHAIRMANSHIP Are you contemplating becoming President or Chairman of your sporting club or community organisation? Are you worried about your ability to run an Annual General Meeting or a Committee Meeting? This course will give you the confidence to chair a meeting, including handling motions and conducting elections. Main Hall Thursday 12 March 10:00 - 12:00 Speaker: David Plomley Bookings: Brenda Fuller 9971 5280 Email: [email protected] 151BD08 WOMEN WHO HAVE INFLUENCED OUR LIVES From the suffragettes including women in politics, writers, leaders of women’s struggle for equal pay for equal work and others. (4 sessions) Main Hall Friday 27 March then Alt Fridays from 17 April 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Margaret Millar Bookings: Barb or John McDougall 9451 8970 Email: [email protected] 151BD09 CRYPTIC CROSSWORDS Learn the secrets of solving and compiling, the cryptic crossword. Session 1 covers the basics of the cryptic, Session 2 involves class work solution of a puzzle and Session 3 covers compiling a grid block and developing the clues. Leader is ‘DP’ of the SMH. Main Hall (3 sessions) Alt Fridays from 10 April 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: David Plomley Bookings: Brenda Fuller 9971 5280 Email: [email protected] 151BD10 ICONIC AUSTRALIAN INVENTIONS OF OUR TIME Speaker: Ian Thompson Bookings: Marg or Warren Cliffe 9451 5980 Email: [email protected] A look at some classic Australian inventions from the 19th century colonial era through to the present time, and the people and science behind these discoveries and inventions. Main Hall Thursday 23 April 10:00 - 12:00 Speaker: Ian Thompson Bookings: Marg or Warren Cliffe 9451 5980 Email: [email protected] 151BD06 151BD11 4. The biology and habitat of insects as vectors of disease, particularly insects such as mosquitoes, head lice, dust mites, bed bugs and ticks that invade the human body. Thursday 26 March 10:00 - 12:00 ACTIVE SENIORS DANCING Join in the fun. Easy instruction to have you dancing (strictly speaking). The first week will be a ‘Black Friday’ Dance. Think ‘Addams Family’. All Morticias and Lurches welcome. Meet up with who knows whooo! Main Hall Alt Fridays from 13 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader: Barbara Martin 0413 656 387 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Brenda Fuller 9971 5280 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian paper TOUR OF SANDSTONE CARVINGS, NORTH HEAD A guided tour of the carvings in the sandstone on North Head, many done by the early settlers whilst serving their time at the Quarantine Station. Full details will be provided at time of booking. Booking essential, after 1 April. Thursday 21 May 09:30 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Ruth Buchanan 0401 203 368 Email: [email protected] Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 151BD12 Alt Tuesdays from 3 Feb 1:00 - 4:00 Leader: June Rodden Bookings: Ann Chadderton 9451 6579 This course reviews options for clean and dirty electricity generation, future transport and the efficient usage and storage of electricity. It will also cover issues such as cutting electricity costs in the home, the electricity grid and plans for 100% clean energy. (3 sessions) Each Friday from 22 May 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: John Davis 9979 8633 Email: [email protected] 151BF04 DEVELOPING RENEWABLE ENERGY WORLDWIDE 151BD13 THE SPY IN THE SKY Step outside and smile as cameras in planes, satellites and drones take your photo. Come on an exciting learning experience that examines the history, applications and privacy issues of ‘spy’ cameras. Thursday 4 June 10:00 - 12:00 Speaker: Tony Whittingham Bookings: Jill Whittingham 9451 5804 Email: [email protected] FORESTVILLE: FOREST COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE Darley Street, Forestville. Adjacent to library. RTA bus 136 from Chatswood/ Manly; Forest Coach Lines 270 from City/ Belrose, 280 from Chatswood/Warringah Mall. Parking available. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Terri Nixon 8901 0156 Email: [email protected] 151BF01 CREATIVE WRITING A small self-help writing group, not a teaching group. Each member contributes both in writing and editing. Over the years several members have been published. Choice of writing material is up to each member. Alt Mondays from 12 Jan 1:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Jo McGahey 9986 3063 151BF02 READING SHAKESPEARE: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM “I have a dream past the wit of man to say what it was” Bring a copy of the text and we’ll find out what it was. (4 sessions) Alt Mondays from 2 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Nola Fletcher 9913 7918 151BF03 ART AND PAINTING IN ANY MEDIUM If you want to paint or draw a masterpiece or just do your own thing, this course could be for you. This is not a teaching class but assistance is given when needed. SPANISH CONVERSATION The class will be speaking Spanish all the time, developing oral comprehension, oral interaction and audio comprehension at an intermediate to advanced level. Each Monday from 9 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Sonia Jenner 9453 1306 Email: [email protected] 151BF05 MAKING MOVIES WITH AN iPAD Learn how to use your iPad to make Hollywood style movies. We will cover the principles of movie making from storyboard to production. You will require the iMovie app. (2 sessions) Tuesdays 3 and 10 March 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Tony Whittingham Bookings: Jill Whittingham 9451 5804 Email: [email protected] 151BF06 SCENES FROM THE SILK ROAD All new material with segments over the 1600 year history. The course will bring to life Ancient China, the Mogao Caves, the Uighur, Central Asia, the Roman buyers, the fabulous luxury goods and personalities – and more. (8 sessions) Alt Fridays from 20 March 10.00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Heather Bentley 0408 158 858 Email: [email protected] 151BF07 THE SPY IN THE SKY Step outside and smile as cameras in planes, satellites and drones take your photo. Come on an exciting learning experience that examines the history, applications and privacy issues of ‘spy’ cameras. Tuesday 21 April 10:00 - 12:00 Speaker: Tony Whittingham Bookings: Jill Whittingham 9451 5804 Email: [email protected] 151BF08 CREATING AMAZING PRESENTATIONS WITH AN iPAD Learn how to use your iPad to create and deliver spectacular presentations using your knowledge, experience, photos and internet resources. You will require the free Haiku Deck app. (2 sessions) Tuesdays 5 and 12 May 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Tony Whittingham Bookings: Jill Whittingham 9451 5804 Email: [email protected] 151BF09 READING SHAKESPEARE: RICHARD III “Oh that I could forget what I have been, or not remember what I must be now.” What is the cause of Richard’s anguish? Bring a Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 copy of the text and we’ll find out. (4 sessions) Alt Mondays from 15 June 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Nola Fletcher 9913 7918 FORESTVILLE: SENIOR CITIZENS CENTRE Cnr. Warringah Road and Starkey Street, Forestville. RTA bus 136 from Chatswood/ Manly; Forest Coach Lines 270 from City/ Belrose, 276 from Warringah Mall/Belrose, 280 from Chatswood/Warringah Mall. Parking available. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Terri Nixon 8901 0156 Email: [email protected] 151BE01 ROMAN HISTORY: ENEMIES OF ROME History is usually written by the winners, but does this mean the losers are demonised? We’ll discuss some of Rome’s most dangerous enemies, from Hannibal (3rd Century BCE) to Zenobia (3rd Century AD) and analyse the ancient accounts of their activities. (7 sessions) Alt Thursdays from 12 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Leonie Hayne 9417 2894 FRENCHS FOREST: LIONEL WATTS COMMUNITY CENTRE 93-95 Blackbutts Road, Frenchs Forest, (behind Glen St. Theatre). Easy parking. Forest Coach Lines Bus 281 from Chatswood, 270 from City, 280 from Warringah Mall (transfer at Forest Way). Alight at Glenrose Shops. Venue Coordinator: Ruth Buchanan 0401 203 368 Email: [email protected] 151BU01 FRIDAYS IN THE FOREST A fortnightly series of separate presentations on issues of general interest given by speakers prominent in their field. Bookings not required Alt Fridays from 13 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 1. A Trip to the Antarctic Come and join Ernest Shackleton and the crew of the Endurance as they attempt to cross Antarctica. We use multimedia to retrace and re-live ‘the greatest adventure story ever told’. Friday 13 Feb Speaker: Tony Whittingham Proudly printed on Australian paper 41 2. Remarkable Women Leading Political Change Come on a global tour as we use multimedia to examine the lives, achievements and aspirations of a group of remarkable women and the politics of the countries they lead. Friday 27 Feb Speaker: Tony Whittingham 3. Victor Hugo and Alexander Pushkin These two poets had a significant impact on the literature and politics of their countries. Friday 13 March Speaker: Paul Barclay 4. Long Reef’s Rock Platform A presentation on the remarkable inhabitants of the intertidal element of Long Reef’s rock platform. Friday 27 March Speaker: Douglas Walker MONA VALE MEMORIAL HALL Marie Antoinette was Austrian while Catherine de Medici was Italian. Both became Queens of France, with far-reaching consequences. Tuesday 3 Feb Speaker: Paul Barclay 151BL01 FRENCH LEVEL 4 2. Trip to Kimbriki Resource Recovery Centre For those who already have a comprehensive grasp of grammar and conversation. Textbook used: French Made Simple by Pamela Haze, plus a variety of other literature. Alt Wednesdays from 4 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Sarita Wright 9970 5906 Email: [email protected] We will learn how to Rethink, Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. No charge. Own transport arrangements to Kimbriki. Advance booking by 10 Feb via Rosemary McCulloch. Booking essential. Tuesday 17 Feb Leader: Rosemary McCulloch 3. Hidden Gems 151BL02 Biographies of two men whose lives are shrouded in myths and legends. Presented here is what is factually known about these two fascinating historical figures. Friday 10 April Speaker: Paul Barclay Not suitable for people without a basic knowledge of the language. Textbook used: French Made Simple by Pamela Haze. Alt Tuesdays from 10 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Olivia Kesby 9938 3028 Email: [email protected] Universal energy and how it keeps us healthy … or not. Friday 24 April Speaker: Liz Adams 7. Catherine the Great and Potemkin Catherine, Empress of Russia, was a reformer, moderniser and famously a lusty woman. Potemkin was her ideal partner in and out of bed. Friday 8 May Speaker: Paul Barclay 8. Sustainability in Your Garden What you can do in your garden to enhance the sustainability of the environment on the Northern Beaches. Friday 22 May Speaker: Cameron Little 9. Universal Energy and How it Keeps us Healthy: Part II Everything is inter-connected in the universe through energy patterns vibrating at different levels or frequencies. We are also energy vibrating and manifesting in a human body. Friday 5 June Speaker: Liz Adams 10. Small Gardens Water Management The management of water usage for small and patio gardens. Friday 19 June Speaker: Cameron Little 42 1. Two Queens of France 1606 Pittwater Road, Mona Vale. Buses L85/88/90 from City/Upper Peninsula. Parking available. Venue Coordinator: Ruth Buchanan 0401 203 368 Email: [email protected] 5. Vlad Dracula (The Impaler) and Rasputin 6. Universal Energy and How it Keeps us Healthy: Part I Alt Tuesdays from 3 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Rosemary McCulloch 9913 8509 Email: [email protected] FRENCH LEVEL 2 151BL03 FRENCH LEVEL 3 Concentrating on reading, writing and speaking French. Must have basic knowledge of the language. Textbook used: French Made Simple by Pamela Haze. Alt Wednesdays from 11 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Sarita Wright 9970 5906 Email: [email protected] NARRABEEN: BAPTIST CHURCH 13 Grenfell Avenue, Narrabeen (cnr Wakehurst Parkway). Buses L84/85/86/88/90 from City/Upper Peninsula, 156 from Manly/Church Point to either Narrabeen Terminus or Gondola Street. Off-street parking available. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Barbara Bohm 9913 3481 Email: [email protected] 151BQ01 FRENCH LEVEL 3**(10) This course concentrates on grammar, self-expression and conversation. Alt Mondays from 2 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Nola Fletcher 9913 7918 151BQ02 TUESDAY NOT AT THE TRAMSHED A series of separate presentations on subjects of general interest. Booking not required (except for Kimbriki, 17 Feb). Proudly printed on Australian paper Come along and hear tales of Easter Island from Gay, tales of bush fires from Fred and beautiful Poetry written by Jennifer. Tuesday 3 March Speakers: Gay Fletcher, Fred Hoschke and Jennifer de Vroome 4. The First Salvo The story of the Sydney and Newcastle shelling by Japanese submarines shortly after the Sydney Harbour attack, the East Coast sea war and the sociological impact of war at Australia’s doorstep. Tuesday 17 March Speaker: Steven Carruthers 5. Australian Plants used by Early Settlers The first settlers lived at the end of a long and unreliable supply line and experimenting with local plants for survival was essential. Learn about the common plants of 200 years ago. Tuesday 31 March Speaker: Jennifer Farrer 6. Mapping an Empire The gripping story of the stupendous work of 19th century science, exploration and achievement involved in the mapping and definition of the Indian Sub-Continent. Tuesday 14 April Speaker: Antony McCurdy 7. Battle of Britain Austin Mack returns with a riveting account of this famous air battle during the summer of 1940. “Never was so much owed by so many to so few”; Winston Churchill Tuesday 28 April Speaker: Austin Mack 8. Discoveries and Inventions that have shaped our World A look at some of the top discoveries and inventions that have changed the course of history and shaped our world, together with the science and patents behind those discoveries. Tuesday 12 May Speaker: Ian Thompson Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 9. The Life and Times of Chairman Mao Terrified of assassination he had three concentric cordons of bodyguards, a poison food taster and a special armoured train. While he was in power, life expectancy of a Chinese person rose from 46 to 71 years. Tuesday 26 May Speaker: Ron McPhail 10. Richard III The maligned King, beloved in his time yet ‘so piteously slain and murdered to the great heaviness of this city’ (Recorder of York). This presentation puts the record straight. Tuesday 9 June Speaker: Kevin Herbert 11. Three Times Born A tale of courage and human generosity from two survivors. Ana spent time in Bergen Belsen Concentration Camp during WWII and Gaby had two close fatal encounters during the Holocaust. Tuesday 23 June Speakers: Ana and Gaby Deleon 151BQ03 THE WORLD INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION During the industrial revolution Britain experienced a consistent growth in population, production, trade and incomes. A rural society evolved into an urban one. A similar process spread to Europe, the USA and Australia. This course will identify the key changes as well as the remarkable individuals responsible. (8 sessions) Each Friday from 6 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Jim Murray 0414 938 284 Email: [email protected] 151BQ04 FRENCH ADVANCED One hour of grammar and dictation and one hour of French conversation. Alt Mondays from 9 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Therese Westcott 9913 3049 Email: [email protected] 151BQ05 UKULELE FOR BEGINNERS Did you ever want to play an instrument but were too scared to try? Well, here is your chance. Come and learn the ukulele. Each Tuesday from 10 Feb 1:00 - 2:15 Leader and Bookings: Felicity Davis 9979 8633 Email: [email protected] 151BQ06 COFFEE AND THE CLASSICS Come and join this friendly group. Each session will concentrate on one or two composers with a particular focus on French and Spanish music from past and present. Alt Tuesdays from 10 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Rosemary McCulloch 9913 8509 Email: [email protected] 151BQ07 DANCING FOR EVERYBODY Something for everybody. ‘Basics for Starters’ at 2:00 followed by ‘Moving on Up’ for improvers at 3:00. Join one or both sessions. Learn new steps, have fun with friends. Join our teachers, Bram and Barbara, at our new venue. Alt Thursdays from 12 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader: Barbara Martin 9981 1212 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Susan Archer 0438 608 947 NORTH NARRABEEN: COASTAL ENVIRONMENT CENTRE Pelican Path, Lake Park Road, North Narrabeen. Regular buses from City/ Upper Peninsula, bus 156 from Manly/ Church Point to Narrabeen High School, then approx 300mtrs walk. Car park opposite 34 Lake Park Road ‘Whitewash Café’. Follow Pelican Path along the lakeshore heading east. CEC is 40mtrs inside the grounds of Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Barbara Bohm 9913 3481 Email: [email protected] 151BR01 MONDAY AT THE MOVIES For those who enjoy current movies, a movie club operating similar to a book club. Each month, view up to three nominated movies in your own time and join us for a stimulating discussion about the plot, actors, producers and cinematography. Decide your own ratings. (5 sessions) Mondays 9 Feb, 9 March, 20 April, 4 May, 1 June 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Heather Leggat Bookings: Alan Leggat 9997 3183 Email: [email protected] NORTH NARRABEEN: NORTHERN BEACHES COMMUNITY COLLEGE Community College Annex, 1525 Pittwater Road, North Narrabeen. Regular buses from City/Upper Peninsula, 156 from Manly/Church Point. Limited parking available at College although there is a car park opposite, across Pittwater Road. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Barbara Bohm 9913 3481 Email: [email protected] Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 151BX01 TRIVIA Interesting and tricky questions and topics, well suited to the U3A age group, will make for a lot of fun and laughter. Get up a team or come on your own and give the grey cells a workout! Prizes for the winning team. Bookings required. Alt Fridays from 6 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Janet Atkinson 9970 6019 Email: [email protected] 151BX02 CREATIVE WRITING An opportunity for people interested in writing fiction, poetry, short stories, articles, family histories and more to read their work and receive constructive criticism and assistance with a view to improving their writing skills as well as enjoying others’ contributions and friendship. Alt Mondays from 9 Feb 1:30 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Diane Harding 9944 0886 Email: [email protected] NEWPORT COMMUNITY CENTRE 11-13 The Boulevard, off Barrenjoey Road, Newport. Buses L88/90 from City/ Upper Peninsula to Newport Bowling Club. Ample parking available. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Ann Hardiman 9940 0460 Email: [email protected] 151BC01 PLAY READING This course is for lovers of theatre. You have the opportunity to read great plays. The leader has been involved in amateur theatre for thirty years. She loves to listen to the group give their interpretation of the characters. Men would be most welcome. Activity Room Alt Wednesdays from 28 Jan 1:45 - 4:00 Leader: Jeannie Sarrington 9918 3044 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Lynne Honey 9997 3292 151BC02 ART CLASS – EASY ACRYLICS AND MIXED MEDIA Experimenting with different techniques will broaden the range of both beginner and the more advanced painter. Classes commence with a 20-minute demonstration, an opportunity to learn about colour mixing and new techniques as well as time to work on individual projects. Classes end with a short discussion and critique. Activity Room. Each Friday from 30 Jan 1:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Jenie Clough 0407 288 153 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian paper 43 151BC03 ART CLASS WITH KAYE DEXTER This course is designed to develop painting skills in beginners and more advanced students using acrylic paints and exploring a variety of techniques. Students will need to bring their own paper, canvas, paints, brushes, water containers, etc. Activity Room. Each Monday from 2 Feb 1:00 - 4:00 Leader: Kaye Dexter Email: [email protected] Bookings: Joan Shaw 9918 2984 151BC04 MAGIC OF MUSIC A music appreciation course with a strong emphasis on 60s to 70s Rock ‘n’ Roll, including the Swing era and some Jazz. Relive and enjoy the music of a simpler time. Main Hall Alt Tuesdays from 3 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: John Shearer 0414 458 995 Email: [email protected] 151BC05 FRENCH FOR POST-BEGINNERS This course is for current and/or new learners who have a sound knowledge of the rudiments of French grammar. The objective is to build learner confidence through vocabulary development, speaking, listening, reading and writing. Grammar is learned in context and homework is given. A good dictionary is essential. Activity Room (9 sessions) Alt Wednesdays from 4 Feb 1:45 - 3:45 Leader: Rosemary Costley Bookings: Ann Hardiman 9940 0460 Email: [email protected] 151BC06 WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON AT NEWPORT Take time out once a month to hear a range of interesting speakers. Bookings not required. Main Hall First Wednesday of each month from 4 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader: Mavis Bickerton 9970 7161 Email: [email protected] 1. Space and Society The dream of spaceflight is as old as humanity. We will explore the origins of human desire to reach for the stars and its expression in societies through myths and legends. Wednesday 4 Feb Speaker: Kerrie Dougherty 2. Rediscovering our Harbour Gems Enjoy historic and current photos, colourful and little known tales of former military, colonial and convict sites. Join the many Sydney-siders rediscovering parts of our city, including Cockatoo Island. Wednesday 4 March Speaker: Patrick Dodd 44 3. Two 20th Century Giants Kemal Ataturk was the father of modern Turkey, victor of Gallipoli. Mahatma Gandhi was a pivotal factor in the liberation of India from colonial rule, the founder of nonviolent resistance. Wednesday 1 April Speaker: Paul Barclay 4. Indulgent Tastes: An Historic View How do treats become dangerous obsessions? What do absinthe, precious stones and snuffboxes have in common? A fascinating tale of magic, myth and medicine. Wednesday 6 May Speaker: Heather Bentley 5. Medieval Heroines in History and Legend Nadia Kudiarskyj 0433 186 856 Email: [email protected] 151BC10 THE HISTORY OF COUNTRY MUSIC IN AUSTRALIA These talks aim to represent the early (first 50) years of Australian country music. Performers are introduced with one of their songs to illustrate the style and background of the music and singer. Geoff will sing the songs, accompanied by his guitar. You are encouraged to sing along where possible. Main Hall (3 sessions) Each Friday from 13 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader: Geoff Williams 9979 7131 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Lynne Honey 9997 3292 We look at the life and achievements of Heloise, Hildegard of Bingen and Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine whose personalities still engage our modern imagination. Wednesday 3 June Speaker: Antony McCurdy NEWPORT: PITTWATER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 151BC07 Corner Robertson Road and Ocean Avenue, Newport. Buses L88/90 from City/ Upper Peninsula. Venue Coordinator: Ann Hardiman 9940 0460 Email: [email protected] ART CLASS WITH DENISE BARRY This course welcomes all from beginners on. We will be working mainly in acrylic paint. The emphasis will be on fun, relaxation and creativity, encouraging each individual style. The leader comes from an art background as a practising artist (painter), art teacher and therapist. Activity Room Each Thursday from 5 Feb 1:00 - 4:00 Leader: Denise Barry 9974 5335 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Terry Bickerton 9970 7161 Email: [email protected] 151BC08 YOGA AND RELAXATION The course leader is an International Yoga Teacher’s Association trained teacher. She teaches simple yoga postures and classes include stretching for muscle flexibility, movement for joints, breathing practices and relaxation. Main Hall Each Wednesday, except the first Wednesday of each month, from 11 Feb 2:00 - 3:30 Leader: Louise Matthews 9981 4165 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Lynne Honey 9997 3292 151BC09 151BN01 RECORDER PLAYING A small group playing tenor, descant, treble and bass recorders and playing music from Renaissance to Bach through to Modern and Jazz. We welcome new players at this level. Each Wednesday from 7 Jan 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Colleen Russell 9918 3817 151BN02 CURRENT TOPICS DISCUSSION GROUP A friendly forum to debate current topics. All participants are free to suggest items for the agenda and to express their views openly. Alt Thursdays from 22 Jan 1:30 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Carolyn Abercrombie 9973 1381 Email: [email protected] YOGA These classes focus on the essence of Yoga that nourishes the whole being. Through gentle breathing, gentle connective tissue exercises and dynamic movements and postures, you will be guided to re-connect to yourself, release stored tension and build strength and flexibility in a way that nurtures the body and soul. Main Hall. (7 sessions) Each Thursday from 12 Feb 2:00 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Proudly printed on Australian paper Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 WARRIEWOOD: NELSON HEATHER SENIOR CITIZENS CENTRE Jacksons Road, Warriewood. Buses L85/88/90 from City/Upper Peninsula. Buses 156 from Manly/Church Point. Parking available. Wheelchair accessible Venue Coordinator: Ruth Buchanan 0401 203 368 Email: [email protected] 151BW01 TOPICS OF OUR TIMES**(25) A discussion group which will consider topics that affect and interest us all: these may be local, national or international. Whilst all members are encouraged to submit topics and actively participate in the discussions, you are welcome to simply listen. Banksia Room Alt Tuesdays from 20 Jan 2:00 - 4:00 Leader: Antoine van de Walle 0401 095 797 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Peggy Crocker 9975 6828 Email: [email protected] 151BW02 CONTEMPORARY ISSUES**(25) A friendly forum at which matters of public interest are discussed and debated, all participants being free to express their views openly and nominate items for the agenda. Banksia Room Alt Thursdays from 29 Jan 2:00 - 4:00 Leader: Lynn Grierson 9913 3964 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Marianne van de Voorde 9913 7968 151BW03 FRENCH CONVERSATION**(16) Advanced conversation in French based on a text and tape. Waratah Room. Alt Fridays from 30 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Wendy Clark 9913 9807 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Maureen Black 9982 7149 151BW04 SINGING FOR THE JOY OF IT No ability required. A friendly group, we sing mainly songs from shows; we do not sing in parts. This activity suits anyone with a desire to sing with others of similar interests. There is no commitment to attend regularly but many of us do. Angophora Room. Alt Fridays from 6 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Alan Turner-Morris 9400 9223 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Caris Guilliana 9905 5789 Email: [email protected] 151BW05 YOU NEED NOT AGREE**(16) A small group for discussion of topical and general matters. Waratah Room Alt Mondays from 9 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: David Garrett 9971 7574 Email: [email protected] 151BH03 151BW06 Last term we explored different periods of theatre history; now we will read together some of the most outstanding and popular plays of each period and discuss their merits. Newcomers very welcome. Alt Tuesdays from 27 Jan 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Diana Arfaras 9982 3450 Email: [email protected] BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP All books will be selected from a wide range of literature, fiction, non-fiction and biography chosen by the group. Banksia Room. Alt Fridays from 13 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Marian Weston 9949 3802 151BW07 AN OVERVIEW OF SCIENCE A series of one-off speakers on a wide range of science topics. Banksia Room (8 sessions) Alt Fridays from 20 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader: John Patterson Bookings: Merryn Parnell 9999 3414 Email: [email protected] 151BW08 THE GOLDEN AGE OF CINEMA Films were made to be seen by an audience, so why not get that great feeling again by joining our friendly group. Interesting films from a variety of sources (up to about 1950) will be screened, with notes and information supplied. New members welcome. Banksia Room (7 sessions) Alt Wednesdays from 18 March 1:30 - 4:00 Leader: Alan Saunders Bookings: Gabrielle Hogan 9974 5604 ROMPING THROUGH THE HISTORY OF THEATRE (Narrabeen)**(12) 151BH04 MUSIC LITERACY (Bilgola)**(8) Learn to read music and play the recorder while having fun with a group of absolute beginners. Each Tuesday from 3 Feb 10:30 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Meg Corlette 9979 2434 Email: [email protected] 151BH05 TABLET COMPUTER WORKSHOP (Belrose)**(6) Enjoy learning to use your iPad or Android tablet computer. Have fun and work collaboratively with peers and with guidance of a tutor to uncover the power of your device. Each Thursday from 5 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leaders and Bookings: Delvene Lawrence 9975 3788 and Antoine van de Walle 8090 2884 Email: [email protected] 151BH06 PRIVATE HOMES DRAWING FOR ENJOYMENT (North Curl Curl)**(7) 151BH01 From portraits to still life, pencil, pen and ink, charcoal, etc – morphing realism to abstract. Each Monday from 9 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 or 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Pamala Cowan 9939 2945 Venue Coordinator: Ruth Buchanan 0401 203 368 Email: [email protected] Note: Booking essential for all Private Homes PIES AND PICTURES (Narrabeen)**(14) 151BH07 Our friendly group meets over a lunch of individual beef or chicken pies specially ordered from a local bakery, followed by an outstanding movie on DVD. Please note the home theatre has limited capacity. Alt Sundays from 11 Jan 1:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Bob Stubbs 9913 8509 Email: [email protected] BOOK/PLAYREADING CLUB (Forestville)**(10) 151BH02 151BH08 Remember the magnificent movies made since the ‘70s? I have selected some of the best from my collection for your enjoyment. Come and mingle with your friends in the half-hour before the movie starts and in the intermission over quality coffee and biscuits. Alt Wednesdays from 14 Jan 1:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Bob Stubbs 9913 8509 Email: [email protected] During this year we shall consider a range of aspects of classical music, covering all genres - from chamber to symphonic, from plainsong to grand opera, from medieval to modern. All talks will be illustrated by recordings from the great artists. Alt Fridays from 13 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Roger Pratt 9918 9277 Email: [email protected] WAM: WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON MOVIES (Narrabeen)**(14) Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 People are invited to participate with either a book or play reading on alternate weeks. Interested members please phone to discuss further. Alt Thursdays from 12 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Shirley Carruthers 9486 3657 BACH TO THE FUTURE (Avalon)**(15) Proudly printed on Australian paper 45 UPPER NORTH Regional Course Coordinators: Grahame Marr 9487 3806 [email protected] or Clive Finch 9473 9426 Enquiries Only The only mandatory fee payable in Sydney U3A is your annual subscription. However, the regions do appreciate your voluntary contributions towards refreshments and a token of gratitude for the leader. UPPER NORTH COURSE SHOWCASE AND WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS will be held on Monday 9 February, 10 am - 12.30 pm at Turramurra Uniting Church (behind shops parking area) Welcome to a Showcase of Courses where new and current members and non-members can sample what’s on offer at U3A Listen to short lectures on a wide range of topics Discuss the courses you might be interested in with course leaders Meet the Upper North committee members to discuss general U3A matters Refreshments provided BRING YOUR FRIENDS Bookings: Claudine Parr 9487 2170 Email: c_ [email protected] Sue Shaw, 9868 4056 Email: [email protected] Marilyn Pryor, 9449 3415 Email: [email protected] BEROWRA: COMMUNITY CENTRE The Gully Road, Berowra (Balcony room) Venue Convenor: Anne Lycett 9456 1763 Email: [email protected] 151NA01 AFFAIRS OF INTEREST Topics will include: Iconic Australian Inventions of our Time; One Small Step out of the Village; Magic and Medicine; Precious Stones in the Ancient World; Energy after Coal and Gas are gone; Gothic Cathedrals; Birth of Hornsby Shire; John Macarthur: Visionary or Villain; A Look into the Art World: Ways of Seeing. Each second and fourth Mondays from 9 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Anne Lycett: 9456 1763 Email: [email protected] 46 151NA02 DAILY LIFE IN THE ANCIENT WORLD A series of sessions based on DVD lectures by History Professor Robert Garland, followed by questions and discussion on the content. He brings to life the experiences of the ordinary people of the ancient world. We have a look at the lives of the earliest citizens of Mesopotamia, Egypt and Europe through to the Middle Ages. Alt Fridays from 13 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Pauline Holbrook 9456 2483 Email: [email protected] or Margaret McDonell 9985 7974 CASTLE HILL: WARRINA VILLAGE ARV 151NC01 ISSUES AND IDEAS In this lively, long-lived group, newcomers are very welcome. We research papers (on a voluntary basis) on a wide variety of contemporary issues. We then discuss one per session. Alt Tuesdays from 10 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Rose Leaf 9634 3159 151NC02 GREAT BOOKS OF THE WESTERN WORLD This course commences with The Man Who Loved Children by Christina Stead and includes a play reading of David Williamson’s The Removalist. Alt Tuesdays from 17 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Jenny Trimboli 9484 9223 Alix Scott Community Centre, Langshaw Circuit. Parking is available. Venue Convenor: Rose Leaf 9634 3159 Proudly printed on Australian paper Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 EPPING: UNITING CHURCH Corner Chester and Oxford Streets, Epping (small Hall). Very short walk from station or bus interchange. Venue Convenor: Wendy Walker 9858 1162 Email: [email protected] 151NX01 BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP A reading and discussion group with an occasional classic text, but with the emphasis on contemporary literature. The first book will be The Lives of Others by Neel Mukherjee, then Summer House with Swimming Pool by Herman Koch. Alt Thursdays from 12 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Wendy Walker 9858 1162 Email: [email protected] EPPING: LEISURE AND LEARNING CENTRE 1 Chambers Court, Epping. Off Pembroke Street, beneath Library. 5 minutes from station/bus stops. Some limited parking. Wheelchair accessible. Venue Convenor: Ian De Mellow 9487 1908 Email: [email protected] 151NE01 IDEAS THAT WILL CHANGE THE 21st CENTURY: EVOLUTION OF MONEY AND CAPITAL (1) One of the great challenges of the 21st Century will be the continuing evolution of money and capital, which is the bedrock of human evolution and all its global manifestations and has always been thus since 1800 BC. Part 1 of a 20 lecture series run over two semesters. Alt Wednesdays from 18 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Ian De Mellow 9487 1908 Email: [email protected] 151NE02 TAI CHI**(20) Learn the ancient art of Tai Chi and gain health benefits through its gentle exercises and relaxation, ideal for Third Agers. Tai Chi’s graceful, fluid movements combine three forms of exercise: strength, stretching and breathing. Participants should provide assurance from their GP that they are medically fit to undertake an exercise course. (10 sessions) Alt Wednesdays from 11 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Siang Tan 9888 7874 151NG01 EPPING: COMMUNITY CENTRE TAI CHI**(15) 8 Oxford Street, Epping, (meeting room). 3 minute walk from station and bus interchange. Limited parking. Wheelchair accessible Venue Convenor: Ian De Mellow 9487 1908 Email: [email protected] 151NF01 HUMANITY: A WORK STILL IN PROGRESS An exploration of some history, science and ideas which have led to the continued advancement of humankind. This series of 10 lectures is based on three themes: the human body; the concept of time, space and computing; and literature and architecture. Alt Wednesdays from 11 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: David Malone 0418 440 828 HORNSBY: LEISURE AND LEARNING CENTRE 25 Edgeworth David Avenue, Hornsby. Short walk from the station, Westfield Shopping Centre. Easy parking. Venue Convenor: Clive Finch 9473 9426 151NQ01 YOGA 151NF02 ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE The Alexander Technique improves our coordination and results in smoother, more balanced, movement. Everyday movements such as walking, bending, getting in and out of chairs become easier and more graceful, lessening the impact of arthritis and other age-related complications. Each Tuesday from 10 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Susan Whittingham 9868 1448 Email: [email protected] 151NF03 THE FIRST AIF: THE MAKING OF THE MOULD The experiences of the first Australian Imperial Force established a legacy that has profoundly influenced the growth of Australian nationhood. This applies not only to military traditions but also to the more fundamental ways Australia looks at the world, and the world sees us. Who were the Australians of the first AIF? Alt Wednesdays from 18 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Ian De Mellow 9487 1908 Email: [email protected] GORDON: LIBRARY 799 Pacific Highway, Gordon. Adequate parking on Highway after 10:00 am or in parking station. 3-hour parking at Woolworths. 5 minutes walk from station. Wheelchair accessible Venue Convenor: Tina Van der Heyden 9943 2212 Email: [email protected] Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 Learn the ancient art of Tai Chi and gain health benefits through its gentle exercises and relaxation. Tai Chi’s graceful fluid movements combine three forms of exercise: strength, stretching and breathing. Participants should provide assurance from their GP that they are medically fit to undertake an exercise course. Each Thursday from 5 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Michael Wong Bookings: Margaret Harragon Email: [email protected] Yoga for everybody, beginners to the experienced will enjoy the benefits of correct breathing, bending, stretching, twisting, balance, mind control and relaxation. Yoga is about health and wellbeing and now is a good time to start. The class leader is an experienced, certified and practicing yoga teacher. Each Wednesday from 28 Jan 6:30 - 7:30pm Leader and Bookings: Graham Marshall 0400 098 756 Email: [email protected] 151NQ02 PAINTING IN ACRYLICS Come and join our friendly class. Encouraging basic lessons are given to beginners and guidance and assistance provided when needed, whatever your skill level. Alt Thursdays from 5 Feb 9:30 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Janny Drayer 9144 1741 151NQ03 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY We will explore subjects as diverse as the atomic bomb and the splitting of the atom, the making of a human baby, Australian wildlife and its part in the environment, top women scientists, exploring the planets, exploring distant galaxies from the Hubble telescope and great inventions that saved the world. Some presentations will make use of professionally made DVDs. Alt Thursdays from 12 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Clive Finch 9473 9426 Proudly printed on Australian paper 47 HORNSBY: CENTRAL LIBRARY MEETING ROOM 28-44 George Street, (entry in Hunter Lane). Opposite the Hornsby station. Parking: Council car park, or nearby Westfield Shopping Centre. Venue Convenors: Lesley Goldberg 9484 2243 Email: [email protected] Jeannie Pollard 9457 9161 Email: [email protected] 151NY01 AFRICA - NO PLACE FOR A LADY? Accompany Victorian lady travellers, including a trader, a missionary, pioneer nurses, explorers and hunters, on expeditions from the Cape to Cairo. Highlights include encounters with wildlife and slavers, visits to native villages and Boer camps. Bring plenty of mosquito repellent! (6 sessions) Alt Tuesdays from 17 Feb 10:15 - 12:15 Leader and Bookings: Nola Bramble 9489 4239 (6 - 8 pm) 151NY02 AN HISTORIAN’S PERSPECTIVE ON TWO INTERNATIONAL ISSUES 1. Standardisation across the world Tuesday 12 May 10:15 - 12:15 2. International diplomacy Tuesday 26 May 10:15 - 12:15 Leader: Frank Wilson Bookings: Jeannie Pollard 9457 9161 Email: [email protected] 151NY03 AUSTRALIAN HISTORY SEMINARS Historians and researchers discuss their work. Topics include: Federation; NSW from colony to democracy; Lawrence Hargrave, aviator; “The priest and the divorce trial 1900”; Parramatta Lancers; Hawkesbury rail bridge; Thompsons of Thompson’s Corner; Sydney shipwrecks, and early inns. Alt Tuesdays from 10 Feb 10:15 - 12:15 Bookings: William Davies 0404 072 562 Email: [email protected] 151NY04 ETHICAL BEHAVIOUR: THEORY AND PRACTICE This course provides an introduction to moral theory and extends into practical applications in building a more ethical society. The leader, a member of the Australian Association of Professional and Applied Ethics, will draw on recent publications in ethics, ethical practices, whistleblowing and the professions. (3 sessions) Wednesdays 11 and 25 Feb and 11 March 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Peter Bowden Bookings: Lesley Goldberg Mob: 0419 163 779 (6 - 8 pm preferred) Email: [email protected] 48 151NY05 4. The Beautiful Tree If you can count from 1 to 9 you can solve Sudoku puzzles to give you hours of fun. Sudoku puzzles resolve using logic so there is no guesswork and there are just a few rules. It keeps your brain active. Challenge yourself and see how quickly solutions will come to you.(3 sessions) Wednesdays 8 and 22 April and 6 May 10:15 - 12:15 Leader and Bookings: Don Athukorala 9477 4587 Email: [email protected] 5. Graphology: Hand-writing Analysis SUDOKU FOR BEGINNERS A look at the way people of the world’s poorest regions are building up their communities through high-quality education. Thursday May 7 Speaker: Anthony McCurdy Discover things about yourself and others from hand-writing. Thursday June 4 Speaker: Jean Harney 151NY06 LINDFIELD GARDENS Continuing excursions into the world of classical music in all its forms, where you will meet familiar and not so familiar composers. Alt Wednesdays from 4 Feb 10:15 - 12:15 Leader: John Yates Bookings: Nancy Sinden 9476 3632 Email: [email protected] 2 Ulmarra Place, Lindfield. Ample street parking available. Bookings through the Office 9416 8466 Fourth Thursday of each month 10:00 - 12:00 THE WORLD OF CLASSICAL MUSIC KILLARA: LOURDES RETIREMENT VILLAGE 95 Stanhope Road, Killara. Meetings held at the Village Auditorium. Easy street parking available in Stanhope Road. Wheelchair accessible. Venue Convenor: Lesley Ransley 9980 9949 Email: [email protected] First Thursday of each month 10:00 - 12:00 151NR01 HISTORICAL AND OTHER INTERESTING TOPICS This is a lecture series on a wide variety of topics given by people with expertise in, and enthusiasm for, their subject. The auditorium is well equipped for audio-visual presentations. Comments and questions are encouraged. Bookings not required. Leader: Lesley Ransley 9880 9949 Email: [email protected] 1. Fire and Rescue A welcome return by the Director and Principal Investigator of Fire Investigation and Safety Compliance in Australia. He may even bring a sniffer dog and his handler. Thursday Feb 5 Speaker: Morgan Cook 2. Antics from the Airport Help Desk Some funny stories from our domestic and international help desks. Thursday March 5 Speaker: Cheryl Cartwright 3. Lindy Chamberlain and the Royal Commission 1987 The Inside story of an eventful piece of Australian History from one of Australia’s leading barristers and Counsel Assisting the Royal Commission. Thursday April 2 Speaker: Chester Porter Proudly printed on Australian paper 151ND01 1. Living Landscapes under threat. Native plants and animals are vital to our local area. Thursday 26 Feb Speaker: Leigh Martin 2. Mead, Meet, Manners and Money Everyday life of the Plantagenet Era Thursday 26 March Speaker: Roger Link 3. Art History and Appreciation Thursday 23 April Speaker: John Perrin 4. Sir Sidney Kidman - The Cattle King Thursday 28 May Speaker: Barbara Boston 5. Medical Entomology A close look at insects that invade the human body Thursday 25 June Speaker: Ian Thompson LINDFIELD: SENIOR CITIZENS RESOURCE CENTRE 271 Pacific Highway, Lindfield, behind Library. 5 minutes walk from station and Lindfield shopping car park. Very limited parking on site. Wheelchair accessible Venue Convenor: Ebba van der Helder 9416 2232 151NL01 ROMAN HISTORY: PAGANISM IN THE ROMAN WORLD Romans believed they owed their success to the official State Gods. There were also other gods and beliefs which added morality and emotion. In this course we will discuss various aspects of religions and philosophy Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 over 1500 years of expansion and change. Alt Monday from 9 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Leonie Hayne 9417 2894 151NL02 RUSSIAN ADVANCED**(12) This is a continuing course where new members with an adequate level of Russian are very welcome. Each Monday from 2 Feb 12:00 - 2:00 Leader: Olga Petlevanny 9939 6871 Bookings: Natasha 9887 1735 151NL03 SPANISH CONVERSATION**(10) Most of the time we discuss current affairs, cultural events or a subject previously decided upon. Spanish is spoken 90% of the time. Good knowledge of the language is required. Alt Tuesdays from 10 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader: Maria Criado 0424 939 767 Bookings: Jenny Brady 9966 8510 151NL04 LATIN - INTERMEDIATE A This continuing course will proceed to Stage 34 of the Oxford Latin Course Part III and more complex grammar enhanced by passages of prose and poetry from classical authors. Each Wednesday from 4 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Helen Ledwidge 9489 7161 151NL05 LATIN - INTERMEDIATE B This course is for those who have completed more than half of the Oxford Latin Course Part II, second edition. Significant topics of Latin language and culture from Chapter 28 onwards will be studied this semester with extra material added from literary sources. It is anticipated that the class will be ready to begin the Oxford Latin Course Part III, second edition by the end of the semester. Each Wednesday from 4 Feb 10:30 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Barbara Twomey 9144 3583 151NL06 LATIN - INTERMEDIATE C This course is for those who have just started the Oxford Latin Course Part II, second edition. The class will resume at Chapter 19 and progress through the remaining chapters with extra material added from literary sources. Each Wednesday from 4 Feb 12:15 - 1:45 Leader and Bookings: Barbara Twomey 9144 3583 151NL07 151NL13 For students wishing to continue learning the basic alphabet, vocabulary and grammar of Classical or Koiné Greek, this course will continue from Chapter 5 of Athenaze Book 1, An Introduction to Ancient Greek, second edition. Each Wednesday from 4 Feb 9:30 - 10:30 Leader and Bookings: Barbara Twomey 9144 3583 We discuss current affairs, articles of interest from magazines and journals, also topics previously agreed on. New members with a good knowledge of French are welcome. Alt Fridays from 13 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Mary Lambert 9440 2531 ELEMENTARY ANCIENT GREEK 151NL08 NOVELS AND BIOGRAPHIES FROM THE 19th CENTURY ONWARDS A literary discussion group studying 10-11 books each semester. The first two books will be Howards End by E. M Forster and House of Grief by Helen Garner. Enthusiastic readers most welcome. Alt Thursdays from 12 Feb 10:15 - 12:15 Leader and Bookings: Maurice O’Donovan 9411 8717 151NL09 MEDIA DISCUSSION GROUP The group discusses the news of the day - topics decided by popular choice; everyone happily participates, even though consensus is rare. New members welcome. Alt Thursdays from 5 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leaders and Bookings: Fay and Bill Rees 9415 8257 151NL10 SOLO WHIST: A CARD GAME Knowledge of Solo required for this friendly group. Each Thursday from 5 Feb 1:00 - 3:30 Leaders and Bookings: Georgie Guthrie 9416 6052 and Joan Martin 9453 2074 151NL11 GERMAN INTERMEDIATE**(12) Text book: em neu 2008 Brückenkurs Kursbuch Hueber Verlag. Sechs Bausteine: Lesen, Sprechen, Hören, Schreiben, Grammatik, Wortschatz. Basic German grammar required. New members welcome. Each Friday from 13 Feb 11:00 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Marika McLachlan 0411 151 722 151NL12 GERMAN ADVANCED**(12) Students need to have a sound knowledge of German. New members welcome. Each Friday from 13 Feb 9:30 - 11:00 Leaders and Bookings: Ebba van der Helder 9416 2232 and Marika McLachlan 0411 151 722 Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 FRENCH CONVERSATION**(12) PENNANT HILLS: LEISURE AND LEARNING CENTRE 8 Warne Street, Pennant Hills. 5 minute walk from station. Some parking on-site, plus limited (3-hour) street parking. Venue Convenor: Clive Finch 9473 9426 151NP01 ART PRACTICE GROUP Love art? Then join this fun, relaxed class. Whether you are good at art or want to be good, this is the place for you. Experiment with any media, explore your own style and develop your creative expression by learning to look. Bring your own materials. Beginners are welcome. Alt Mondays from 9 Feb 1:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Terry Goddard 9878 1174 PENNANT HILLS: COMMUNITY CENTRE Corner Yarrara Road and Ramsey Street in Small Hall (lower level, Library building). Parking Community Centre car park or shopping centre opposite. Venue Convenor: Clive Finch 9473 9426 151NM01 FRENCH ADVANCED The focus is on conversation, correct pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary enrichment through poetry and song. There will be discussion in French of current affairs in France. New members of advanced standard welcome. Alt Wednesdays from 11 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader: Chimène Hortense 9489 5025 Bookings: Mary Ferguson 9487 7063 or Enrico Colli 9634 3105 Proudly printed on Australian paper 49 PYMBLE: UNITING CHURCH Corner Pacific Highway and Livingstone Avenue, Pymble. Limited parking on site at lower level with lift from parking area. Church is opposite station. In the John Downes meeting room unless otherwise indicated. Venue Convenor: Bill Rees 9415 8257 Email: [email protected] 151NU01 FRENCH READING AND WRITING INTERMEDIATE**(10) For those having completed at least three years of a preliminary course. The aim of this course is to develop skills in reading, writing and speaking French. Alt Wednesdays from 4 Feb 1:30 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Peter Rennie 9451 3821 151NU02 FRENCH READING AND WRITING ADVANCED**(10) Suitable for those having a good basic knowledge of French grammar and pronunciation. Alt Wednesdays from 11 Feb 1:30 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Peter Rennie 9451 3821 151NU03 GERMAN INTERMEDIATE**(10) For prospective students please phone leader for full details. Each Thursday from 5 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Tamara Cronin 9144 6401 ST. IVES: UNITING CHURCH Corner Douglas Street and Mona Vale Road, St. Ives. Entrance to car park is in Douglas Street. In addition, street parking, level walking, disabled facilities, wheelchair accessible. Courses are in the Calvin Room unless otherwise indicated. Venue Convenor: Alan Barge 9487 2899 Email: [email protected] 151NI04 4. A Trip to the Antarctic with Sir Ernest Shackleton History is usually written by the winners but does this mean the losers are demonised? We discuss some of Rome’s most dangerous enemies, from Hannibal (3rd century BC) to Zenobia (3rd century AD) and analyse the ancient accounts of their activities. (Wesley Room) Alt Wednesdays from 11 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Leonie Hayne 9417 2894 Monday 23 Feb Speaker: Laurie Wilson Monday 9 March Speaker: Tony Whittingham 5. Music and Wholeness in Later Life Monday 23 March Speaker: Ruth Bright 6. Remarkable Women leading Political Change MONDAYS AT ST. IVES Alt Mondays from 12 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Dorothy Smith 9417 1359 Email: [email protected] Bookings: Joan Addison: 9488 9089 1. Behind the Scenes at the BBC Monday 12 Jan Speaker: Rosemary McCulloch 2. Voices in Harmony – Actions in Disharmony Monday 9 Feb Speaker: Bill Blissenden ROMAN HISTORY: THE ENEMIES OF ROME Monday 20 April Speaker: Tony Whittingham 151NI05 7. Inside Pine Gap: The True Story of a NSA Agent Everyone has at least one story in them just waiting to be found. Whether your stories come from life or your imagination, come and find them in our group. Alt Wednesdays from 11 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Cecilia Inglis 9402 5554 Bookings: Carole Cohen 9144 1685 WRITING STORIES Monday 4 May Speaker: David Rosenberg 8. The Ethics of Eavesdropping, Whistleblowers and Leakers Monday 18 May Speaker: David Rosenberg 151NI06 UKULELE FOR BEGINNERS 9. Medical Milestones Monday 1 June Speaker: Penny Bishop 10. The Vietnam War Monday 15 June Speaker: Ian De Mellow 11. ABC Tales – Spanning the Years before Johnny O’Keefe and Geoffrey Robinson Monday 29 June Speaker: Pauline Thomas 151NI02 PHILOSOPHY In this course we research and study philosophers and the issues they raised. Are they still valid today? How and why? Topics are chosen by the members of the group. There are no formal lectures but lots of discussion. (Knox Room) Alt. Tuesdays from 10 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader: Margot Taverne 9449 2923 Email: [email protected] 151NI07 We continue discussions on the history and application of science and technology, with a mix of speakers, using film and with informal talks. Interesting topics. No loss of continuity if you miss sessions. (Wesley Room) Alt Wednesdays from 4 Mar 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: John Roberts Bookings: Doug Milne 9487 2853 151NI08 BIG HISTORY 151NI03 Enjoy a dazzlingly interesting course that will transform the way you think about science, technology and the entire course of human history. We are surrounded by inventions. Where did these inventions come from? How do they work? And how do they reflect, even define, the values of our culture? A series of DVD presentations by Professor Bernard Coulson. (12 sessions) Alt Wednesdays from 21 Jan 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Pam and Barrie Heath 9489 5126 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian paper No previous musical knowledge required, just a need to have a lot of fun with a friendly group of other beginners. (Knox Room) Each Wednesday from 11 Feb 9:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Roscoe Behrmann 0425 163 031 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY: OUR PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE INVENTIONS 151NI01 50 3. Ageing in the Era of High Tech A DVD series by Professor David Christian, Macquarie University. He surveys the past from conventional history to the much larger scales of biology and geology to the universal scales of cosmology weaving a single story from the origins of the universe to the present day. Human history is seen as part of the history of the Earth, which in turn is the history of the universe. Alt Wednesdays from 8 April 1:00 - 3:00pm Leader and Bookings: Philip Baynash 9889 1716 Email: [email protected] Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 151NI09 151NV01 We discuss and debate actively current events of importance in these two friendly and lively groups which run concurrently in adjacent rooms. New members welcome. (Calvin Room) Alt Thursdays from 19 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Bob Potts 9499 6136 A friendly, welcoming group discusses a heterogeneous mixture, jumble, medley: all things philosophical, social and more. Alt Wednesdays from 11 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: James Hillier 9639 7650 CURRENT AFFAIRS FORUM 1 151NI10 CURRENT AFFAIRS FORUM 2 We discuss and debate actively current events of importance in these two friendly and lively groups which run concurrently in adjacent rooms. New members welcome. (Knox Room) Alt Thursdays from 19 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Alan Barge 9487 2899 Email: [email protected] 151NI11 THE JOY OF MUSIC The wonderful gift of music has been a joy and inspiration to many of us. Some of our favourite U3A presenters will join us as we discover the delight music has brought to our lives. We’ll examine the development of Western music and feature highlights from the baroque, classical and romantic periods – both instrumental and vocal. (Wesley Room) Alt Thursdays from 5 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Valmai Cameron 9416 1377 Bookings: Margaret Knowlden 9488 7927 or Judy Bannigan 9489 3445 Email: [email protected] or [email protected] 151NI12 THE GOLDEN AGE OF CINEMA Films were made to be seen by an audience, so why not get this great feeling again by joining our group? Interesting films from a great range of sources will be screened, notes and information are provided. New members welcome. (7 sessions) Alt Fridays from 20 March 10:00 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Alan Saunders 9144 6088 TURRAMURRA NORTH: THE COTSWOLDS VILLAGE 28 Curagul Road, North Turramurra. Easy street parking is available, and near to bus stop. Venue Convenor: James Hillier 9639 7650 GALLIMAUFRY 151NV02 PLAY READING Group reading of plays in a relaxed manner, no previous experience is necessary. Copies of plays will be provided Alt Fridays from 6 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: John Dryden 9449 2875 Email: [email protected] TURRAMURRA SOUTH: UNITING CHURCH Corner Chisholm and Vernon Streets, South Turramurra (Vestry). Plenty of parking available. Bus to station. Venue Convenor: Grahame Marr 9487 3806 151NW01 FRENCH INTERMEDIATE**(10) For those having completed at least four years of a preliminary course. This course aims at developing the student’s skills in reading, writing, and speaking French. Each Wednesday from 11 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Ethleen Low 9476 4259 51-53 Rohini Avenue, Turramurra. Cowper Room north of Eastern Road. Close to rail, bus and parking. Venue Convenor: Patricia Johnson 0416 013 413 Email: [email protected] Second Wednesday of each month from 11 Feb 10:30 - 12:00 151NN01 SPEAKERS’ PROGRAM – WEDNESDAY IN THE VILLAGE A series of separate presentations on subjects of general interest. 1. The History of Women’s Liberation. For example, Germaine Greer Wednesday 11 Feb Speaker: Peter Stamford. 2. Istanbul; the most significant historical city? Wednesday 11 March Speaker: Barrie Heath 3. Behind the scenes with the BBC Wednesday 8 April Speaker: Rosemary McCulloch 4. Gold from the beginning Wednesday 13 May Speaker: Barrie Butt 5. Australian Shipwrecks Wednesday 10 June Speaker: Graeme Marshall Bookings: Patricia Johnson 0416 013 413 Email: [email protected] 151NN02 TURRAMURRA NORTH: THE LANDINGS CREATIVE WRITING 440 Bobbin Head Road, North Turramurra. Clubhouse. Easy street parking is available. Venue Convenor: Wendy Bull 9488 5268 Email: [email protected] 151NJ01 TOPICS OF INTEREST A variety of speakers will lecture on their favourite subjects in the comfortable and well-equipped clubhouse auditorium. Comments and questions are encouraged. Second and fourth Tuesdays of each month from 10 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Convenor: Wendy Bull 9488 5268 Email: [email protected] Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 TURRAMURRA: ROHINI VILLAGE Everyone has a story to tell. Our friendly interactive group will help you find the key to unlock the door to your imagination. Alt Tuesdays from 3 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Ann Powell Bookings: Joy McGrane 9449 4043 151NN03 THE ILIAD AND THE ODYSSEY When John Keats first read Homer he compared the experience to that of finding a new planet. When you join Prof. Elizabeth Vandiver for these lectures on The Iliad, you will understand what enthralled Keats and other readers of Homer. Four sessions of DVD lectures. For thousands of years, readers have thrilled to the tale of one of the greatest journeys in all literature. Four sessions of lectures by Prof. Vandiver on The Odyssey. Alt Mondays from 16 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Tony Goodwin: 0418 203 141 Email: [email protected] Proudly printed on Australian paper 51 TURRAMURRA: UNITING CHURCH WAHROONGA: ROSETTA PARK 10 Turramurra Avenue, Turramurra. Adequate parking, behind shopping centre. 5 minutes walk from station. Wheelchair accessible Venue Convenor: Grahame Marr 9487 3806 Email: [email protected] UPA Complex, Level 6, Activities Room, Rosetta Park. Corner Pacific Highway and Ada Avenue, Wahroonga. No visitors parking, but 2 hours available in shopping centre park. Wheelchair accessible Venue Convenor: Don Linforth 9489 4003 Email: [email protected] 151NT01 WHAT IF? The whole course of history could have been very different. WHAT IF certain events HAD or HAD NOT taken place? Alt Mondays from 9 Feb Leader and bookings: Varoe Legge 9488 9922 Email: [email protected] 151NT02 CURRENT AFFAIRS DISCUSSION GROUP We discuss current affairs and associated ideas based on media reports in an informal and objective manner. Subjects presented for discussion by a leader who is rostered on a voluntary basis in each session. New members are welcome. Alt Tuesdays from 10 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: John Martin 9456 7774 Email: [email protected] 151NT03 AUSTRALIAN POLITICAL AND SOCIAL HISTORY We will examine change and continuity with regard to many aspects of our lives such as Consumerism, Capitalism, Alcohol, Crime and the Law, Standardisation, Diplomacy, etc. The connection between past and present should be fascinating. Alt Thursdays from 12 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader: Frank Wilson Bookings: Margaret Marshall 9487 1898 151NTO4 UKRAINE A series of three talks on this troubled country. I. History of Ukraine in the 20th Century A precursor to the current situation. Monday 16 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 2. History of Ukraine from From Declaration of Independence in 1991 to the present. Monday 2 March 10:30 - 12:30 151NS01 UKULELE FOR BEGINNERS No previous musical knowledge required, just a need to have a lot of fun with a friendly group of other beginners. Alt Wednesdays from 4 Feb 9:30 - 12:00 Leader: Roscoe Behrmann 0425 163 031 Bookings: Don Linforth 9489 4003 151NS02 ITALIAN FOR BEGINNERS AND TRAVELLERS Members will be able to go to Italy, greet people, introduce themselves, order coffee, buy train and theatre tickets, book accommodation, ask directions, learn the accent, read and write. We concentrate on basic Italian conversation and some grammar. Course book is Berlitz Italian Phrase Book & Dictionary and CD pack. Alt Tuesdays from 3 Feb 10:00 – 12:00 Bookings: Don Linforth 9489 4003 151NS03 For people with some Italian wishing to read, write, speak conversational Italian, greet people, introduce themselves, order food, buy train and theatre tickets, book accommodation, ask directions, learn some grammar, translate passages, write letters, learn about Italian culture and customs, cities and geography. Course book is Italian Berlitz Intermediate (Audiobook) + (Audio CD) Alt Tuesdays from 27 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 Bookings: Don Linforth 9489 4003 WAHROONGA: THE WONIORA 9 Woniora Avenue, Wahroonga. Walking distance from Wahroonga Station. Plenty of underground and street parking. Wheelchair accessible Venue Convenor: Tina Van der Heyden 9943 2212 Email: [email protected] Monday 16 March 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Kristina Bailey 9487 8732 Mob: 0415 158 077 52 Proudly printed on Australian paper GERMAN INTERMEDIATE (12) This course assumes that students have studied German in the past and want to brush up on their speaking and reading skills and basic grammar. The emphasis is on oral German and some necessary grammar. Each Monday from 2 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leader and Bookings: Dorothee Schifter 9487 2578 Email: [email protected] WAITARA: AMITABHA FOUNDATION 79 Edgeworth David Ave. Limited Parking Venue Convenor: Jane Croucher 8250 5213 151NZ01 LEARN TO MEDITATE Course offering a variety of techniques from the authentic Tibetan tradition. Suitable for beginners or for those wishing to refresh their practice. For those of any religious faith, or none. Tuesdays 11 Feb to 11 Mar 7:00 - 8:00 pm Wednesdays 6 May to 3 June 11:00 - 12:00 Leader: Jane Crancher 8250 5213 Booking not required. PRIVATE HOMES ITALIAN INTERMEDIATE 3. Current issues in Ukraine. 151NB01 Venue Convenor: Jan Heath 9419 7336 Email: [email protected] 151NH01 PHILOSOPHY (Pymble) In this group we research and discuss philosophers and the issues they raised. Topics and method are varied to accommodate the interest of the members of the group. This year we will use DVDs on Philosophy and related subjects which will be discussed during the sessions. Alt Mondays from 9 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leaders and Bookings: Margot Taverne 9449 2923 Jock Buselli 9484 7041 Email: [email protected] or [email protected] 151NH02 A WAY WITH WORDS (Pymble) In this Creative Writing course, we combine a variety of writing exercises with the reading of works by members of the group (prose and poetry), which are discussed in a supportive and friendly manner. Alt Thursdays from 12 Feb 10:15 - 12:15 Leader: Veronique Ellis 9801 9410 Bookings: Margot Taverne 9449 2923. Email: [email protected] Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 151NH03 151NHO9 We meet each month to discuss both fiction and non-fiction. Our first book will be Pure Gold Baby by Margaret Drabble First Monday of each month from 2 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 Leaders and Bookings: Fay and Bill Rees 9415 8257 You are invited on a voyage of discovery. We explore the way people around the world express their thoughts and feelings in poetry. Materials will be provided for reading and discussion. You bring your own poems and I’ll bring mine, recite a ballad and meet some Sydney poets. Alt Thursdays from 19 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Ron Wilkins 9876 1948 Email: [email protected] BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP (Pymble) 151NH04 RECORDER GROUP (Waitara) This is a group meeting regularly to enjoy playing music. New members need to be auditioned. Alt Wednesdays from 4 Feb 10:00 - 12:30 Leader and Bookings: Annette Salt 9489 5997 WITH RHYME AND REASON (Eastwood)**(10) 151NHO5 DISCUSSION GROUP (Wahroonga) A friendly group focusing on current affairs and topics of general interest. Alt Mondays from 2 Feb Leader and Bookings: Eva Browne 9487 7246 151NH06 INDONESIAN INTERMEDIATE (Wahroonga) Refresh and expand your knowledge of Indonesian with a small group of like-minded people in a very relaxed atmosphere. Textbooks used: Colloquial Indonesian by Sutanto Atmosumarto and Bahasa Tetanggaku stage 2 by Ian J White. Alt Wednesdays from 11 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 Leader and Bookings: Tina Vander Heyden 9943 2212 Email: [email protected] 151NH07 PLAY READING (Wahroonga) No need for acting skills, just an interest in reading plays with a friendly group. Second and fourth Friday of each month from 13 Feb 1:30 - 3:30 Leader and Bookings: Jill Baxter 9487 5972 151NHO8 HEALTHY EATING FOR ONE (West Pymble) Learn how to select, buy, store and prepare the foods that will improve your health and reduce your waistline. Good nutrition tips that we all should know. (4 sessions) Alt Thursdays from 12 Feb 1:00 - 3:00 Leader and Bookings: Susanne Hledik 0414 497 512 Email: [email protected] Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 Explore courses in other regions CATCH A METROBUS Services run every 15 minutes Metrobus Network Map on Page 52 Members are asked to wear their name badges at all meetings and courses Proudly printed on Australian paper 53 Your Planning Page Date 54 Time Proudly printed on Australian paper Course Venue Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 Notes Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 Proudly printed on Australian paper 55 metrobus network M10 - Leichhardt, Sydney Uni, Broadway, Central, Town Hall, UNSW, Kingsford, Maroubra Junction M20 - Botany, Mascot, Rosebery, Redfern, Central, Town Hall, Wynyard, Nth Sydney, St Leonards, Gore Hill M30 - Mosman, Cremorne, Neutral Bay, Wynyard, Town Hall, Central, Sydney Uni, Newtown, Enmore, Sydenham M40 - Chatswood, Willoughby, Naremburn, Wynyard, Town Hall, Museum, Paddington, Bondi Junction M41 - Hurstville, Bexley North, Campsie, Burwood, Ryde, North Ryde, Macquarie Park M50 - Drummoyne, Rozelle, Town Hall, Surry Hills, UNSW, Coogee M52 - Parramatta, UWS, Rydalmere, Ermington, West Ryde, Top Ryde, Gladesville, Drummoyne, Town Hall, Wynyard, Circular Quay M54 - Parramatta, Carlingford, Epping, Macquarie University, Macquarie Park M60 - Parramatta, Baulkham Hills, Castle Hill, Cherrybrook, Pennant Hills, Thornleigh, Hornsby M61 - Castle Hill, Baulkham Hills, M2, Wynyard, Town Hall, Central M90 - Liverpool, Moorebank, Milperra, UWS Bankstown, Strathfield, Burwood M91 - Parramatta, Granville, Chester Hill, Yagoona, Bankstown, Padstow, Hurstville M92 - Parramatta, Lidcombe, Bankstown, Padstow, Menai, Sutherland 56 Proudly printed on Australian paper www.131500.com.au Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 Planning Calendar January - June 2015 Use this calendar to plan your timetable. A fortnightly course lies on one line for the duration of the semester. Public holidays are shown in grey. School holidays are shown in green. January February March April Monday 12 26 9 23 9 23 6 20 4 18 1 15 29 Tuesday 13 27 10 24 10 24 7 21 5 19 2 16 30 Wednesday 14 28 11 25 11 25 8 22 6 20 3 17 2015 May June Week A Thursday 1 15 29 12 26 12 26 9 23 7 21 4 18 Friday 2 16 30 13 27 13 27 10 24 8 22 5 19 Saturday 3 17 31 14 28 14 28 11 25 9 23 6 20 Sunday 4 18 1 15 1 15 29 12 26 10 24 7 21 Monday 5 19 2 16 2 16 30 13 27 11 25 8 22 Tuesday 6 20 3 17 3 17 31 14 28 12 26 9 23 Wednesday 7 21 4 18 4 18 1 15 29 13 27 10 24 Thursday 8 22 5 19 5 19 2 16 30 14 28 11 25 Friday 9 23 6 20 6 20 3 17 1 15 29 12 26 Saturday 10 24 7 21 7 21 4 18 2 16 30 13 27 Sunday 11 25 8 22 8 22 5 19 3 17 31 14 28 Week B July 2015 August September October November December Week A Monday Tuesday 13 27 10 24 7 21 5 19 2 16 30 14 28 14 28 11 25 8 22 6 20 3 17 1 15 29 Wednesday 1 15 29 12 26 9 23 7 21 4 18 2 16 30 Thursday 2 16 30 13 27 10 24 8 22 5 19 3 17 31 Friday 3 17 31 14 28 11 25 9 23 6 20 4 18 Saturday 4 18 1 15 29 12 26 10 24 7 21 5 19 Sunday 5 19 2 16 30 13 27 11 25 8 22 6 20 Monday 6 20 3 17 31 14 28 12 26 9 23 7 21 Tuesday 7 21 4 18 1 15 29 13 27 10 24 8 22 Wednesday 8 22 5 19 2 16 30 14 28 11 25 9 23 Thursday 9 23 6 20 3 17 1 15 29 12 26 10 24 Friday 10 24 7 21 4 18 2 16 30 13 27 11 25 31 14 28 29 12 26 13 27 Week B Saturday 11 25 8 22 5 19 3 17 Sunday 12 26 9 23 6 20 4 18 2015 Easter Friday - 3 April Easter Monday - 6 April Anzac Day - Saturday 25 April Queen's Birthday - Monday 8 June Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 1 15 Bank Holiday - Monday 3 August Labour Day - Monday 5 October Proudly printed on Australian paper 57 COURSE INDEX Eastern Region.................................................. Pages 10 to 13 Endeavour (Southern) Region.......................... Pages 14 to 18 Greater Western Region................................... Pages 19 to 22 Harbourside North Region................................ Pages 23 to 30 Inner West Region............................................. Pages 31 to 37 Northern Beaches Region................................ Pages 38 to 45 Upper North Region.......................................... Pages 46 to 52 A Art Appreciation 12, 15, 16, 23, 33 Drawing 14, 16, 34, 39, 45 Painting 14, 16, 29, 39, 41, 43, 44, 47, 49 B Book Groups 12, 13, 18, 20, 27, 28, 29, 34, 36, 37, 38, 39, 45, 47, 49, 53 C Cinema / Movies Appreciation 13, 32, 33, 35, 36, 37, 43 Viewing 15, 22, 29, 37, 39, 45, 51 Computers / Computing 22, 28, 32, 41, 45 Creative Thinking 17 Creative Writing 16, 17, 21, 27, 33, 41, 43, 50, 51, 52 D Discussion Groups 13, 16, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22, 24, 27, 28, 29, 32, 36, 38, 39, 44, 45, 46, 51, 52 E Economics/Finance/Investment 32, 47 Exercise/Health Alexander Technique 47 Health/Nutrition 11, 24, 53 Meditation/Relaxation 52 QiGong 33 Tai Chi 22, 31, 36, 47 Yoga 32, 44, 47 F Famous People 20, 21, 23, 25, 29, 32, 40 G Games Board Games 22, 36 Bridge 21, 31, 39 Canasta 22, 40 Mah Jong 22, 39, 40 Scrabble 20, 22 Solo Whist 49 Trivia 43 Genealogy/Family History 20, 22, 25, 32, 34 H History Africa 48 Australian 15, 16, 22, 24, 30, 47, 48, 52 Ancient 16, 26, 46 Asian 23, 26, 30, 35, 39, 40, 41 British 26, 29 Human 50 Middle East 12 North American 20 Roman 16, 23, 34, 41, 48, 50 Ukraine 52 World 16, 28, 29, 43, 46, 52 L Language English / ESL 20, 32 French 13, 14, 15, 16, 23, 24, 36, 42, 43, 44, 45, 49, 50, 51 German 13, 17, 49, 50, 52 58 Proudly printed on Australian paper Greek 49 Italian 13, 16, 21, 32, 39, 52 Japanese 34 Latin 49 Mandarin 20, 24 Russian 49 Spanish 13, 23, 27, 34, 41, 49 Legal Matters 27 Leisure Activities Calligraphy 20 Croquet 37 Crosswords 18, 33, 40 Dance 16, 22, 27, 40, 43 Gardens and Gardening 18, 23 Literature Children 15 Crime 17 English 36 Historical 51 Novels 15, 17, 27, 32, 46 Poetry 15, 22, 27, 53 Shakespeare 15, 24, 35, 41 M Music Appreciation 11, 12, 14, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 24, 34, 39, 40, 44, 45, 48, 51 Opera 15, 30, 36 Performance 14, 30, 31, 40, 43, 44, 45, 50, 52, 53 Singing 37, 45 O Outdoor/Outings Eating Out 30, 37 Museums / Galleries 37 Walks / Bushwalking 17, 18, 37 P Philosophy 20, 26, 29, 34, 48, 50, 52 Photography 33 R Religion Christianity 35 Buddhism 11, 12, 30, 35 Hinduism 35 S Science and Technology Archeology 17 Astronomy 29 Entomology / Insects 40 Environment 41 Fiction 15 Inventions / discoveries 30, 50 Series 45, 47, 50 Secret Societies 11 Social Media 32 T Theatre / Play Reading 24, 43, 45, 46, 51, 53 Travel 15, 21, 26, 27 Single Session Series Monday 10, 25, 46, 50 Tuesday 21, 42, 51 Wednesday 33, 44, 47, 51 Thursday 47, 48 Friday 10, 41, 45 Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 SUBURBS INDEX A Ashfield....................Cardinal Freeman Village....................... 31 Civic Centre............................................ 31 Club Ashfield.......................................... 31 Avalon.......................Private Home.......................................... 45 B Balgowlah.................Club Totem............................................. 38 Balmain....................Private Home.......................................... 36 Bayview....................Bayview Gardens Village........................ 38 Belrose.....................Glenaeon Retirement Village.................. 39 Private Home.......................................... 45 Berowra....................Community Centre................................. 46 Bilgola.......................Private Home.......................................... 45 Blacktown................City Library............................................. 22 Private Home.......................................... 22 Westpoint................................................ 22 Bondi North..............Private Home.......................................... 46 Bronte.......................Private Home.......................................... 13 Brookvale.................Warringah Mall Library........................... 39 Burwood...................RSL Club................................................ 32 C Campsie...................Central Library........................................ 33 Carlingford...............Private Home.......................................... 22 Castle Cove..............Watermark Retirement Village................ 29 Castle Hill.................Warrina Village ARV............................... 46 Chatswood...............Dougherty Community Centre................ 23 City............................Customs House Library.......................... 33 U3A Carrington St. Office....................... 33 Collaroy....................Warringah Place Retirement Village....... 40 Collaroy Plateau......RSL Veterans’ Retirement Village.......... 39 Cronulla....................Community Hall...................................... 15 School of Arts......................................... 14 Curl Curl...................Private Home.......................................... 45 D Dee Why...................Senior Citizens Centre........................... 40 Drummoyne ............Community Centre................................. 34 E Eastwood..................Private Home.......................................... 53 Edgecliff...................St Joseph’s Parish Centre...................... 10 Epping......................Leisure and Learning Centre.................. 47 Community Centre................................. 47 Uniting Church........................................ 47 Elizabeth Bay...........Trabartha Apartments............................. 12 F Forestville................Forestville Senior Citizens Centre.......... 41 Forest Community Arts Centre............... 41 Private Home.......................................... 45 Frenchs Forest........Lionel Watts Community Centre............. 41 G Glebe........................Library - Benledi House.......................... 34 Nag’s Head Hotel................................... 34 Old Fire Station Community Rooms....... 34 St Helen’s Community Centre................ 34 Toxteth Hotel.......................................... 34 Gordon......................Library.................................................... 47 Greenwich................Waterbrook Retirement Resort............... 29 Guildford..................Hewitt House.......................................... 21 Gymea......................Community Hall...................................... 16 Community Centre................................. 16 Private Home.......................................... 18 Gymea Bay...............Private Home.......................................... 18 H Hornsby....................Central Library........................................ 48 Leisure and Learning Centre.................. 47 Hurstville..................Benevolent Society................................. 17 South Hurstville Library.......................... 17 K Killara.......................Lourdes Retirement Village.................... 48 Kogarah....................Private Home.......................................... 18 L Lane Cove................Gardens Retirement Village................... 29 Living and Learning Centre.................... 28 Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015 Leichhardt................Municipal Library.................................... 35 Lilli Pilli.....................Private Home.......................................... 18 Lindfield....................Lindfield Gardens................................... 48 Senior Citizens Resource Centre........... 48 M Maroubra..................Bowen Library........................................ 13 Marrickville...............Library.................................................... 35 McMahons Point......Community Centre................................. 27 Community Centre Computer Education...28 Merrylands West......Private Home.................................... 21, 22 Miranda.....................Community Centre................................. 16 Westfield................................................. 16 Mona Vale.................Memorial Hall......................................... 42 Mosman....................Art Gallery........................................ 25, 26 Mosman Square Seniors Centre............ 26 The Manors Retirement Village.............. 27 Warringah Bowling Club......................... 27 N Narrabeen.................Baptist Church........................................ 42 Private Home.......................................... 45 Narrabeen North......Coastal Environment Centre.................. 43 Northern Beaches Community College.. 43 Newington................Community Centre................................. 35 Newport....................Community Centre................................. 43 Pittwater Presbyterian Church................ 44 Newtown...................Private Home.......................................... 37 O Oatlands...................Private Home.......................................... 21 Oatley.......................Library.................................................... 16 Out There!................................................................... 17, 30, 37 P Paddington...............EJ Ward Community Centre................... 13 Panania.....................Library.................................................... 36 Parramatta................Senior Learning and Leisure Centre...... 20 Parramatta North.....Private Home.......................................... 21 Pennant Hills............Community Centre................................. 49 Leisure and Learning Centre.................. 49 Pymble......................Uniting Church........................................ 50 Private Home.................................... 52, 53 Pymble West............Private Home.......................................... 53 R Revesby....................Community Hall...................................... 36 Private Home.......................................... 37 Rose Bay..................Private Home.......................................... 13 Roseville...................Private Home.......................................... 30 Rozelle......................Hannaford Centre................................... 36 Neighbourhood Centre........................... 36 Private Home.......................................... 36 S Stanmore..................Private Home.......................................... 36 St. Ives......................Uniting Church........................................ 50 Sutherland................Leisure Centre........................................ 17 Library.................................................... 17 Pensioner’s Centre................................. 17 T Toongabbie..............St Anthony’s Church Hall........................ 22 Turramurra...............Rohini Village.......................................... 51 ..................................Uniting Church........................................ 52 Turramurra North.....The Cotswolds Village............................ 51 The Landings.......................................... 51 Turramurra South....Uniting Church........................................ 51 W Warriewood..............Nelson Heather Senior Citizens Centre. 45 Wahroonga...............Rosetta Park........................................... 52 Private Home.......................................... 53 The Woniora........................................... 52 Waitara......................Amitabha Foundation............................. 52 Private Home.......................................... 53 Waverley...................Community and Seniors Centre............. 13 Woollahra.................Holdsworth Community Centre.............. 13 Woolloomooloo.......Ozanam Learning Centre....................... 37 Y Yowie Bay.................Waterbrook Lifestyle Resort................... 17 Proudly printed on Australian paper 59 NEW MEMBER REGISTRATION FORM All Correspondence to: SYDNEY U3A INC. Level 2, 36 Carrington Street, SYDNEY NSW 2000 Telephone: (02) 9262 2702 Fax: (02) 9262 2542 Email: [email protected] Please print clearly First Name:......................................................... Surname:.................................................................. Year of Birth:................ Sex: M / F Telephone:......................... (home)..................................(mobile) Street Address:..................................................................................................................................... Suburb:.................................................................................................. Postcode:............................... Email address: Print Clearly Major life occupations?......................................................................................................................... Where did you hear about U3A?.......................................................................................................... Do you require a current Course Book? Yes / No I hereby apply to become a member of Sydney U3A and if admitted agree to abide by the rules of the Association (Copies of the Constitution can be obtained at Central Office or on the website www.sydneyu3a.org) Signature.................................................................................. Date.................................................... New Membership subscription is $60. This entitles members to attend any or all of the courses in the Course Book. Annual renewal is $50. Please make cheque/money order for $60 payable to Sydney U3A, and post to the above Street address. Optional Information We would welcome your involvement in U3A. Please Circle 1 Would you be interested in volunteering as a Course Leader or Speaker? If yes, what is your area of interest / expertise? Yes / No 2. Would you like to volunteer to assist in your local region? This could include taking phone bookings for a course or class secretary. Yes / No 3. Would you be prepared to volunteer a few hours of your time on a regular basis, usually fortnightly, to assist with administration work in Central Office at Wynyard? Yes / No Office Use Only Registration No. 60 Receipt No. Proudly printed on Australian paper Date of Joining Region Sydney U3A Course Book & Events January - June 2015
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