The courses page grew too long to be able to comfortably read it so the content has been divided up into individual days.
There is also a separate page for Woodbridge based activities.
Use the links just below to jump directly to a day's program.
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17-Oct | 8 | 09:30 - 11:00 | A4 | Advanced Cryptic Crosswords | Catharine Lewis |
Long-term cryptic crossword fiend, Cathie Lewis, will lead the group in solving cryptic clues in a collaborative group. She is happy to give crosswords for ‘homework’ and for the group to work through the solutions the following week. Bring a pen/pencil and paper.
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17-Oct | 8 | 09:30 - 10:30 | A3 | Balance And Bones (Thursday) | Maureen Robinson |
This exercise class is for the pre-lycra generation. You will need comfortable, loose clothing. Bring a water bottle. The
class will be based around an exercise DVD produced by an experienced and qualified instructor from the Wollongong
U3A.
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17-Oct | 8 | 10:00 - 11:15 | C Block | Floral Art, Fresh & Dried | Helen Lindsay |
Come and share the delight in displaying your flowers in a variety of decorative arrangements suitable for many occasions. Learn the importance of size, colour, and form. Explore the beauty of using bark, seed pods, succulents and any botanical material to enhance your arrangements.
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17-Oct | 8 | 10:00 - 11:00 | A1 | Philosophy Spirituality Faith and Belief – Women of Spirit | Pam Poulson |
As a continuation of the previous two series of talks dealing with Spirituality, Faith, Philosophy and the various churches around Hobart, Pam and Karen have organised another series for 4th term, with eight interesting speakers, entitled Women of Spirit.
The presenters will be choosing their topics which will include historical, contemporary, or personal stories about Women of Spirit. Some invited guests will have spoken to us before, others will be new, but all will be interesting in the approach they take.
These courses have been exceedingly popular in the past so please enrol early. Members are asked to attend all sessions.
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17-Oct | 8 | 10:00 - 11:15 | A2 | Latin (continuing) | Margaret Jacobs |
This is a course of study that this group has been following for the last three years so it is not suitable for beginners, but if you wish to revise or continue learning and would like to join us please contact the tutor first. Margaret on seaglint7@gmail.com
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17-Oct | 8 | 11:00 - 12:00 | A3 | Fit For Life | Jeanette Ritter |
Total body workout includes balance, weights and resistance training. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
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17-Oct | 8 | 11:15 - 12:15 | D Block | Simple Tai Chi & Qi Gong (Thursday) | Carol Bessell |
This class focuses on the ancient philosophy behind Tai Chi and Qi Gong. Deep but relaxed breathing compliments the gentle flowing moves of Tai Chi and the shorter Qi Gong routines, along with some information regarding the benefits from regular practice of this Medication in motion†as Harvard Health describes Tai Chi in a published article.
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17-Oct | 8 | 11:30 - 12:30 | A2 | Stories Of My Life | Marian Hearn |
Everyone has a story to tell no matter how ordinary!
Make a collection of your remembered stories to pass on. Or a collection of stories gathered from friends and family for a special birthday, wedding, or retirement.
This is your story so there will only be comments for clarification - not literary criticism!
Over the year we will each gather stories, photos, and family histories, sharing a few snippets with the group each week if you wish, with the aim to each publish a book at the end of the year (or at an appropriate time before then).
Along the way we are bound to stray into genealogy!
Different ways of publishing will be explored from the cheapest possible to the fully printed and bound books.
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17-Oct | 4 | 13:00 - 14:00 | A1 | History - Gaza | Peter Jones |
The conflict over Gaza is incredibly complex. It involves an understanding of events going back hundreds, if not thousands of years plus the three Abrahamic faiths. Peter has lived in both Israel and Palestine and has returned to the region many times over the last 58 years. The course does not take sides or offer a solution but seeks to explain the different points of view as well as outlining the history and origins of the conflict. (this will go for 3 to 4 weeks only starting from the beginning of term)
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17-Oct | 8 | 13:00 - 15:00 | A3 | Bridge Club | Self Managed |
Bridge players can come along and play a game and get assistance from each other. Newcomers with Bridge-playing experience are welcome.
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17-Oct | 8 | 13:30 - 14:30 | A2 | Poetry for Pleasure | Self Managed |
When you think poetry, which poets come to mind? Perhaps W.H Auden, Pam Ayers, William Blake. T.S. Elliot, Ogden Nash, Pablo Neruda, Banjo Paterson, Shakespeare or any other of thousands of poets over the centuries. You may write poetry yourself.
The poetry group is for those who enjoy poetry in its many and varied forms, from the serious to the comic. Each week we share poems on a pre-set topic. (Week 1, Nature)
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17-Oct | 8 | 15:00 - 16:00 | A2 | Taoist Philosophy | Irene McFarlane |
Explore the I Ching and Chiang Tzu interpretations and applications for our times.
Bring your translations, questions and dilemmas to hash through.
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