Clarence University of the Third Age |
| M311 | WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE? | BARRY CHAPMAN |
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How to use local records at the state Library and online databases to identify
and record your ancestors, their lives and times. To get the most from this
course, it is preferable for attendees to have some computer and internet
search skills. | ||
| M312 | A COLOURFUL STORY - THE RAINBOW | DAVID LEAMAN |
| A different approach to colour - what it is, how humans have used it and how art has regional and historical styles according to paint-making methods and pigment availability. A yarn full of unusual trivia and the art of millennia. | ||
| M313 | HISTORY AND FOLKLORE | WAYNE SMITH |
| Mapping of Australia, Bushranger stories, funny pioneer incidents, early governors, the Wreck of the Batavia, the Dutch and the Portuguese in early Australia, the Mahogany Ship, early explorers and some nomenclature topics. If that isn't enough I can throw in the First Fleet and the Floating Brothel. | ||
| M314 | PAINTING CONTINUATION | SELF DIRECTED - PAT OLDING (Coordinator) |
| This is a continuation class. New people are welcome to join for sessions 2 and 3 although we do not have a tutor, just a facilitator, as we are self-led. | ||
| Class maximum 18 | ||
| M315 | FRENCH CONTINUATION | HILARY FAWCETT |
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PLEASE NOTE! THIS IS A CONTINUATION COURSE, WITH VACANCIES FROM TIME
TO TIME FOR NEW MEMBERS. At present we
expect there to be two vacancies. The group is capped at 8 members to allow
for plenty of student participation. Most sessions are dominated by assisted
discussions and conversations in French on a variety of themes and topics,
as requested by the class, with grammatical tuition as the need arises.
More fluent speakers needing a higher standard should consider the courses
at Hobart U3A. It is a very friendly, mutually supportive group, with a
great sense of humour. | ||
| Class maximum 8 | Levy $5 | |
| M321 | WRITERS WORKSHOP | COLIN PYEFINCH |
| An opportunity for those
who enjoy writing (or would like to) to share their efforts in a friendly
atmosphere of mutual support and encouragement. | ||
| Class limit 15 | ||
| M322 | GERMAN (CONVERSATIONAL) | IRENE JEPSON |
| This is an ongoing class but we have room for others. All members need to be fluent enough to understand the flow of conversation and to ask pertinent questions. | ||
| M323 | PASSIONS AND PROFESSIONS | CORAL GOWARD |
| Ten different speakers tell of their adventures. | ||
| Date | Presenter | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep | Darryl Peebles | Adventures in comedy |
| 3 Oct | Kate Kiefer | Adventures in terrestrial ecology, Antarctic Division |
| 10 Oct | Peter Stevenson | Down to earth. Adventures in geology |
| 17 Oct | Jenny Alger | Travelling around Australia for 2 1/2 years in a caravan with two children |
| 24 Oct | Stan Tilley | Adventures in Flying |
| 31 Oct | David Anderson | Adventures in exploring the Hobart Cemetery |
| 7 Nov | John Beattie | Adventures in politics |
| 14 Nov | Graham Vertigan | Adventures in collecting Printed Ephemera with a display of some rare items |
| 21 Nov | Judith Sweet | Adventures in Food and Cooking |
| 28 Nov | Maureen Absalom | Adventures in retirement |
| M324 | EARLY AUSTRALIAN CHARACTERS — NOTABLE & NOTORIOUS | BARRY REYNOLDS |
| A selection of characters who made an impact on early Australian history and folklore – Mary Reibey, David Collins, the Blue Mountains explorers, Michael Howe, the Wentworth family, Matthew Brady, Lachlan Macquarie, John Batman. | ||
| M325 | COUNTRY DANCING | ALISON JONES |
| This is social dancing. We enjoy traditional and newer dances from any source which interests us, helping each other and making friends. | ||
| Class maximum 32 | ||
| M326 | ITALIAN | ROSANNE JOYCE |
| A continuing course, not for beginners. Conversation, a little grammar and reading short novels. | ||
| Class maximum 4 | Levy $5 | |
| M331 | THE SHAPE OF THE EARTH | ALBERT GOEDE |
| Have you ever wondered why the Earth's surface is so varied? Why mountain ranges and volcanoes occur where they do? How do water , ice, wind and waves help to shape the surface of the planet? Understanding the origins of the scenery you see around you will lead to a much greater appreciation of the natural environment. | ||
| M332 | POT POURRI | JANE HALL (Coordinator) |
| Ten different speakers will discuss their particular areas of expertise or interest. | ||
| Date | Presenter | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep | Tasmania Police | Home safety, scams and other matters |
| 3 Oct | LINC representative | TBA |
| 10 Oct | Greg Irons | Wildlife Rescue |
| 17 Oct | Madeleine Summers | International Red Cross Humanitarian Issues. |
| 24 Oct | Terry Burke | Carers Tasmania — Carer Wellbeing |
| 31 Oct | Chando Steiner | Looking After Your Back |
| 7 Nov | Sally and Glen Lynch | Volunteering in the Honduras |
| 14 Nov | Helen Lawrence | Peeping into the Deep Past |
| 21 Nov | Tony Mount | Adventures of an Amateur Activities Ambassador |
| 28 Nov | Reg Watson | Thomas Francis Meagher |
| M333 | YOUR FAVOURITE CHARACTER — FACT OR FICTION | JOAN CARR |
| This course will be given by 10 different presenters and will comprise an amazing number of diverse characters - it may inspire you to wonder who is YOUR favourite character - be prepared to join in with discussion or ideas if you feel inclined. | ||
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Here are our presenters and some of their topics - the other presenters have not made up their minds yet - they might even do themselves - but you can be sure they will all be fascinating! | ||
| Date | Presenter | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep | John Hooper | Midshipman George Raper |
| 3 Oct | Joan Carr | Brian Keenan |
| 10 Oct | Peter Stevenson | Kim |
| 17 Oct | Frank Brown | Robert Hooke |
| 24 Oct | Rowena MacKean | Surprise |
| 31 Oct | Margaret Rose | Eleanor of Aquitaine |
| 7 Nov | Peter Read | Horatio Hornblower |
| 14 Nov | Graeme Lindridge | Beethoven |
| 21 Nov | Penny Cohen | Surprise |
| 28 Nov | John Coll | Surprise |
| M335 | TAI CHI | MARY NEWMAN |
| Tai Chi is an effective art form that has been proven to strengthen both body and mind and is considered suitable for anyone of any age. | ||
| Class limit 20 | Levy $2 | |
| M336 | EAST MEETS WEST (continuation) | EILEEN LEVETT |
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This course will continue on from Term 1, building on the knowledge and skills already learned,
although new members with some Chi-Kung knowledge will be welcome to join our practice sessions. Chi Kung is an exercise form aimed at balancing the body's energy. It is a Chinese 'moving' meditation with a series of specific postures that are done very slowly and gently with full awareness and mindfulness as a means for deep concentration, to stretch, strengthen and invigorate our whole being. It is not ' meditation' in the (western) accepted sense of the word - it is very practical. The course aims to teach 'mini techniques', physical movements and thought processes that can be immediately effective anywhere, any time. Each session will cover a new skill or technique, building into a sequence and repertoire of 'favourites' you can utilise in your everyday routine. What the course will cover " warming up and stretching exercises; " self-massage to improve circulation, unlock meridians & loosen joints; " relaxation exercises: learning to rest your body and mind in order to release stress & tension. As It will be 95% practical, participants will need to wear comfortable clothing. There is a little 'floor' work, but we will mainly work standing or seated; please bring a water bottle and mat or rug. | ||
| Class maximum 10 | ||
| W311 | ENJOYING AUSTRALIAN POETRY | ROWENA MACKEAN & MARGARET ANDREWS |
| We have chosen poems by Australian writers that we both like, find interesting or challenging. Come and read, discuss, share your ideas. Copies of the poems will be given out the previous week. | ||
| Class limit 15 | Levy $2 | |
| W312 | AUSTRALIAN WOMEN AND WAR | MARGARET ROSE |
| Since Federation Australia has been involved in Wars. This course tells of the roles of women in these wars, not only on active service but also on the home front. | ||
| W313 | ARMCHAIR TRAVEL | KEITH HOEY & ELIZABETH PIGOT(Coordinators) |
| Ten different travellers will tell their stories
and show their photos of destinations many and various. | ||
| 28/09/11 | Jean Howes | Modern Iran Part 2 | |
| 5/10/11 | Ian Duffy | Farce, Food, France, Finance Part 2 | |
| 12/10/11 | Wayne Smith | Singapore and the Thailand-Burma Railroad | |
| 19/10/11 | Margaret Gardener | Travelling North Queensland | |
| 26/10/11 | Rod Downie | ||
| 2/11/11 | John Biggs | Travelling South America and a little bit of China Part 1 | |
| 9/11/11 | John Biggs | Travelling South America and a little bit of China Part 2 | |
| 16/11/11 | Peter Stevenson | A trip to Antarctica | |
| 23/11/11 | |||
| 30/11/11 | Mickey Benefiel |
| W314 | SKETCHING & DRAWING | SELF DIRECTED |
| Come and join a group of enthusiastic people to follow a passion of sketching and drawing. New members to the group are welcome. | ||
| Levy $5 | ||
| W315 | MAH-JONG | DON CLAYTON |
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Mah Jong is a Chinese gambling game played with 144 tiles in 3 suits plus
winds and dragons. It has been altered to make a `Western' game. It keeps the mind active because
you may have to change said mind several times during a game.
Class limit is 4 new members (beginners) - 5 or 6 at a pinch! | ||
| W321 | SINGING FOR PLEASURE | ADRIENNE COOPER & ESMA WOOLLEY |
| Songs with melody and meaning. New members welcome. | ||
| W322 | EXPLORATION & TRAVEL | PATRICIA LOCKE |
| From Marco Polo to Edmund Hilary. Modern day exploration of Iceland, Romania, Turkey, Portugal, Spain and Canada. Leonardo Da Vinci's French models. Unusual cloud formation. Basic synchronicity. | ||
| W323 | EARLY C20TH WRITERS | NOELA FOXCROFT |
| Eight tutors describing the lead up to the present in their area of interest and their personal predictions for the next few years till 2020. Peter Stevenson, Rowena MacKean, Ian Duffy, Joan Carr, David Leaman, Mickey Benefiel, Peter Read and Shannon Rose will put their reputations on the line. Bring along your own thoughts and see how different yours are from theirs. | ||
| Class minimum 10 | ||
| W324 | CHESS | SELF DIRECTED |
| An opportunity to learn this ancient and thought-provoking board game - the only game where chance plays no part - or to refresh and improve your skills. | ||
| W325 | TAI CHI | MARY NEWMAN |
| Tai Chi is an effective art form that has been proven to strengthen both body and mind and is considered suitable for anyone of any age. | ||
| Class limit 20 | Levy $2 | |
| M326 | POETRY READING | GRAEME LINDRIDGE |
| Read and listen to much-loved poetry or recite ones you remember from way back when. Share your anthologies and favourite poems, including your own, in a friendly informal atmosphere. | ||
| W331 | FACING THE MUSIC | CHRIS CARSON |
| Presentation of recordings of classical music, early to contemporary. Non-technical discussion and class participation. | ||
| Class limit 20 | ||
| W332 | THROUGH THE WARDROBE | JOAN CARR |
| Course description. The Chronicles of Narnia books have sold more than 100 million copies and are among the most beloved books of classic children's literature. But that's not all Clive Staples Lewis wrote - he also wrote on philosophy, religion, science fiction and medieval and renaissance literature. We will look at the man and his work and revisit the magic of being able to walk through the back of the wardrobe to a different world. | ||
| W333 | SPANISH | SELF DIRECTED |
| This is a continuing course so new students should have a basic knowledge of the language. | ||
| W336 | PLAY READING — CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF | DES COOPER |
| Enjoy losing yourself in reading the part of a different character. No experience necessary – just a voice! | ||
| Class limit 8 | ||
| W335 | CIRCLE DANCING | KRISTA SANDS |
| We will dance dances from different traditions, both old and new. No previous experience is necessary, and two left feet can be accommodated. Steps are easy, pace slow to moderate, taking into account various ailments some of us, including yours truly, have accumulated over the years. You can only find out if it is for you by trying it. | ||