Clarence University of the Third Age |
| M211 | WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE? | BARRY CHAPMAN |
| Learn from an experienced family historian. To get the most from this course, it is preferable for attendees to have some computer and internet search skills. | ||
| M212 | GUESS WHO’S COMING TO DINNER | FRANK BROWN ET AL |
| Who would you like to have for dinner guests, and why? Margaret Rose, Ian Duffy, Pat Jeffery, John Hooper, Rowena MacKean, Peter Read, Joan Carr, Lynn and Frank Brown will expound on their choices. | ||
| M213 | FAVOURITE CHARACTER - FACT OR FICTION | SUE STORR AND JOAN CARR |
| Ten different presenters will talk about their favourite characters - it might be anyone – it might even be themselves! | ||
| Date | Speaker | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 17 June | Joan Carr | Helen Keller |
| 24 June | Peter Read | Harry Flashman |
| 1 July | Margaret Rose | Dame End Lyons |
| 8 July | John Coll | Joh Bjelke Petersen |
| 15 July | Mickey Benefiel | Napoleon the third |
| 22 July | Frank Brown | John Masters |
| 29 July | Jane Hall | TBA |
| 5 Aug | Peter Stevenson | Rudyard Kipling |
| 12 Aug | David Leaman | TBA |
| 19 Aug | Pat Olding | Bridget Talbot |
| M214 | PAINTING CONTINUATION – ALL MORNING | PAT OLDING (facilitator) |
| This is a self led group with a different member introducing a new topic each week. New members are welcome in the second session which begins at 10.50 am, and there will be a member there to assist them. We do venture into other mediums occasionally, such as pastels, scraperboard, coloured pencil, and pencil sketching. | ||
| Class maximum 15 | ||
| M215 | FRENCH | HILARY FAWCETT |
| Focus on supported conversation - grammar tuition as required. Small, friendly group, high participation for each student. Content of course largely decided by class members, but please note, it is not a 'French for Tourists' class. Continuing members have preference but when vacancies occur new members are made very welcome. | ||
| Class limit 8. | ||
| M216 | POETS, COMPOSERS AND ENTERTAINERS | SHEILA SPARGO |
| This course gives examples in words, music and pictures, of how different branches of the Arts gain inspiration from one another, largely the setting of poetry to music but also including sessions on humour and ballet. | ||
| M221 | 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 | ||
| M222 | CHEMISTRY IN THE HOME | JOHN COLL |
| We will look at various rooms in your house and see what’s in products you use in those rooms, and what they do. | ||
| M223 | AFFAIRS OF STATE | EILEEN LEVETT |
| A light-hearted romp through the royal bedchambers of history. Bring your sense of humour! | ||
| M224 | PAINTING: CONTINUATION FROM SESSION ONE. | |
| See M214 | ||
| M225 | ITALIAN | ROSANNE JOYCE |
| General conversation, acting an Italian comedy. Please note I will be in Italy May 8th – July 1st but group knows and is happy to run themselves. | ||
| Class limit 5 | Levy $5 | |
| M231 | FRENCH FOR TRAVELLERS | ROBERT HUGHES |
| This is not a continuation course similar to other classes we've taught at U3A Clarence in the past. It is designed for those who have done little or no French or who studied French a long time ago. It is not a grammar course, but is designed to enable students to cope in basic conversational situations they may well encounter in French-speaking countries, such as catching a bus, shopping, eating in a restaurant. | ||
| Class size: 6-12 | ||
| M232 | POT POURRI | KEITH HOEY |
| Ten different speakers will discuss their particular areas of expertise or interest. | ||
| Date | Presenter | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| 17 June | Mike Calder | Capturing the spirit of Tasmania in Photos |
| 24 June | Laureen Carpenter | A History of bathing suits |
| 1 July | Leisha Owen | Digging deeper into LINC |
| 8 July | Jean Weeding | The future of the Cascades Female Factory |
| 15 July | Tiziana Botti | Taswater: a snapshot of Tasmania's new water provider |
| 22 July | John Biggs | Generational phases in post-colonial Tasmania |
| 29 July | Philip Sweetingham | My memories of Lindisfarne State School 1950 - 1954 |
| 5 Aug | Trevor Semmens | The facination of woodworking planes |
| 12 Aug | Chando Steiner | Eat well and stay healthy |
| 19 Aug | Jane Hall | Nursing in remote areas of Tasmania |
| M233 | FROM MONET TO VAN GOGH: A HISTORY OF IMPRESSIONISM | CECILIA WOOTTON |
| This follows on from the lectures on the Louvre held last year. Again Professor Brettell enlightens us on the Impressionists, analysing an era within the history of art that launched the birth of modernity and changed the way we see the world. We begin by looking at the troubled state of art in France in the 1850’s and the development of impressionism following the rebuilding of Paris by Napoleon III. | ||
| M234 | MY COLLECTION | PAT OLDING |
| This course gives individuals the chance to show their collections, explain how all began, and discuss some of the individual items, with the group. | ||
| Limit 30. | ||
| Date | Speaker | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| 17 June | Nan Benefiel | Quilts and Sashes |
| 24 June | Pat Olding | My African Bird Collection |
| 1 July | Colin & Rita Pyefinch | Quotes and Bears |
| 8 July | Peter Stevenson | Musical Instruments |
| 15 July | Patricia Stokes | Fabric Art |
| 22 July | John Olding | Pyramids |
| 29 July | Ken Roberts | Royal Crown Derby |
| 5 Aug | Rob Cowling | 100th Anniversary of the Roral Australian Navy |
| 12 Aug | Pat Olding | My Collection of Photos of Australian Flora and Fauna |
| 19 Aug | Rex Cox | My Interest in the Maritime Museum |
| M235 | TAI CHI | MARY NEWMAN |
| Tai chi is an effective art form that has been proven to relax and strengthen both the body and the mind, and is considered suitable for anyone of any age. | ||
| Class limit 20 | Levy $2 | |
| M236 | MANDARIN | TONY DOMIGAN |
| A beginners introduction to Mandarin conversation. Simple conversation skills will be taught using the Pinyin tone system reinforced with some limited reading and writing skills. The course is suitable for people with little or no Mandarin experience. | ||
| W211 | POETRY READING | GRAEME LINDRIDGE |
| Read poems you like and the ones you remember. Recite any verses that tickle your fancy, or maybe a song, or a rhyme that you've written. | ||
| W212 | DISCOVERING MUSIC THROUGH THE LANGUAGE OF NOTATION (1st 5 weeks) | NINA THOMAS |
| This course traces the history of music notation from the earliest times through to computers, encompassing Western and non-Western music. It looks at the role of the conductor and how music scores are organized. No previous music knowledge is necessary. | ||
| W213 | FAVOURITE BOOKS (2nd 5 weeks) | DOROTHY SMALLHORN |
| Bring your favourite book/s to talk about and convince us that we should read it/them too! | ||
| W214 | PHILOSOPHY IS FUN! | HELEN LAWRENCE |
| We have personal beliefs about the meaning of life; in fact we are all philosophers. Give some famous philosophers the flick - here’s your chance! What do YOU think? | ||
| W215 | 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. | ||
| W216 | MAH JONG | PRUE CRANE |
| Mah Jong is a Chinese game of Winds and Dragons, played with tiles and is a good mental challenge. We will play the Australian version of the game. | ||
| W221 | SINGING FOR PLEASURE | ADRIENNE COOPER & ESMA WOOLLEY |
| Songs with melody and meaning. New members welcome. We need more men! | ||
| Levy $5 | ||
| W222 | HISTORY OF NEW ZEALAND | RICHARD DAVIS |
| The survey will emphasise Maori Treaty rights, the growth of democracy, legislative innovation, economic challenges, women’s progress, and comparisons with Australia, from 9th century AD Maori colonisation to the present day. | ||
| W223 | THE MAGIC OF TURKEY | ELINOR MORRISBY |
| History of Anatolia from 20,000 BC to modern day Turkey including the Persian, Greek, Roman, Selcuk and Ottoman periods. Includes music where appropriate. | ||
| W224 | CHESS | SELF-DIRECTED |
| Learn or improve your skills at this ancient and thought-provoking board game - the only game in which chance plays no part. | ||
| W225 | TAI CHI | MARY NEWMAN |
| Tai chi is an effective art form that has been proven to relax and strengthen both the body and the mind, and is considered suitable for almost anyone of any age or physical capability. | ||
| Class limit 20 | Levy $2 | |
| W226 | CRYPTICS FOR NEOPHYTICS |
| FRANK BROWN Introduction to the invigorating world of Cryptic Crosswords. This course is aimed primarily at beginners but experienced puzzlers will be catered for – promise! Note; Bring writing implements and sense of humour. | |
| Levy $3 | |
| W231 | FACING THE MUSIC | CHRIS CARSON |
| Presentation of recordings of classical music early to contemporary. Non-technical discussion and class participation. | ||
| Class limit 20 | ||
| W232 | ARMCHAIR TRAVEL | JAN GREIG |
| Ten different speakers will give illustrated talks with the aid of Powerpoint. | ||
| Date | Presenter | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| 19 June | Richard Davoren | Samoa |
| 26 June | Mickey Benefiel | Homelink Travel |
| 3 July | Tony Hope | China |
| 10 July | Graeme Wootton | A Slide Show – TBA |
| 17 July | Jean Howes | Ghana to Madiera |
| 24 July | Pat Jeffery | TBA |
| 31 July | Peter Sands | Compostela Pilgrimage |
| 7 Aug | Wotjek Grun | Romania |
| 14 Aug | Jude Mudaliar | TBA |
| 21 Aug | Joan Carr | Wales |
| W233 | PLAY READING | SELF DIRECTED |
| Enjoy losing yourself in reading the part of a different character. No experience necessary – just a voice! | ||
| Class limit 8 | ||
| W234 | BACKGAMMON | GRAEME LINDRIDGE |
| Backgammon is the ultimate head-to-head board game – an easy to play, addictive mix of luck, skill and fun. Boards provided, or bring your own. | ||
| W235 | TASTER EXERCISE PROGRAM | HELEN LAWRENCE & CHRIS WATTS |
| Some of the activities may occur outside if the weather is fine. (Nordic walking and Fitness in the Park) so please bring a jacket and appropriate footwear. | ||
| Date | Instuctor | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 19 June | Corina McCarthy | Nordic Walking |
| 26 June | Corina McCarthy | Nordic Walking |
| 3 July | Corina McCarthy | Nordic Walking |
| 10 July | Jo Elliot | Gentle Weight Class |
| 17 July | Jo Elliot | Gentle Weight Class |
| 24 July | Jenny Jacobs | Heart Moves Class |
| 31 July | Vicki Allen | Sit and Be Fit Class |
| 7 Aug | Jenny Jacobs | Heart Moves Class |
| 14 Aug | Sherri / Toby | Fitness in the Park |
| 21 Aug | Sherri / Toby | Fitness in the Park |