Course List 2nd Semester 2007 - Sydney U3A

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72G03 DRAWING ** Explore the art of drawing using various mediums – pencil, charcoal, pastel, pen and wash, water colour pencils. Visits to Art Galleries also. Each Tuesday from 17th July, 1:15 – 3:15 Leader: Joan Bruel 9525 5334 Secretary: Mavis Ford 9523 4164 72SG04 DISCOVERING ART This course will study the work of different art mediums and the techniques artists use in their work. 1st and 3rd Tuesdays 17th July, 10:15 – 12:15 Leader: Susan Conrade 9520 8329 Secretary: Mavis Ford 9523 4164 GYMEA COMMUNITY AND INFORMATION CENTRE 38 Gymea Bay Road, Gymea. Enter through small park Opposite station entrance, or walk through from parking in Talara Rd. 72SC01 AUSTRALIA “OUR LAND” Using books and videos from the library we study and discuss the environmental, geographical, historical and cultural aspects of our wonderful country. Each Wednesday from18th July, 10:00 – 12:00 Leader: Angela Balding 9524 2018 Secretary: Trevor Campbell 9525 6970 MIRANDA COMMUNITY CENTRE 93 Karimbla Rd, Miranda Short walk south from station; parking in Karimbla or Kiora Rds, or at Miranda Fair. 72SA01 AUSTRALIAN HISTORY – DISCUSSION GROUP Talks on any topic of Australian history. Topics and talks chosen and given by group members who are prepared to do so. 1st and 3rd Wednesday from 20th June, 1:30 – 3:30 Leader: Janice Martin 9525 3868 Secretary: Elizabeth Donovan 9524 9488 72SA02 PATHWAYS TO THE GODS This is a course in comparative religion which approaches the subject from an historical point of view. We have arrived at Ancient Isreal and are reading the Bible. Each Wednesday from 25th July, 10:30 – 12:30 Leader: Jacques Goldman 9518 6741 MIRANDA FAIR TOWER - CROSSROADS Located on the 3rd Level 72SM01 THE RISE AND FALL OF ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS In depth study of ancient civilizations from early Egypt, surrounding Empires and Mediterranean states. Alternate Tuesdays from 17th July, 10:00-12:00 Leader: Elsie Barraclough 9529 7759 Secretary: Coleen Bracken 9523 6570 72M02 RESEARCHING THE KINGS & QUEENS OF ENGLAND . This group examines the times of England’s Kings and Queens and the famous people and the countries connected with them. Each Thursday 19th July, 10:00 – 12:00 Leader: Audrey Chalmers 9587 8805 72SM03 LIVES OF INTERESTING PEOPLE ** Discussing the lives and works of interesting people and how the times they lived in influenced them in what they did. 2nd & 4th Tuesdays from 12th June, 10:30 – 12:30 Leader: Rona Powell 4294 1160 Secretary: Coleen Bracken 9523 6570 OATLEY LIBRARY 26 Letitia St , Oatley (9579 6553) 10 min. walk from Oatley Station (continue past The Clock), or limited street parking 72SO01 CALLIGRAPHY ** This is a practical course where students study the history and development of Western Calligraphy since Roman times and complete relevant exercises. Each Wednesday throughout year from 20th June 10:30 – 12:30 Leader: Helen Warren Email: hwarren21@ozemail.com.au Secretary: Betty Jukes 9580 5314 72SO02 ITALIAN LANGUAGE & CULTURE Focuses on speaking, writing, listening, reading Italian at survival level or better, depending on the class. We explore grammar, literature, poetry, history, art, tourism, songs, opera themes, recipes. Classes are in English and Italian, depending on the topic and class. Each Thursday from 19th July, 10:00 – 11:45 Leader: John Della-Torre 9570 3332 72S003 A STUDY OF WRITERS OF THE EARLY NINETEENTH CENTURY We will be discussing books by various authors and spending two or three sessions on each book. Please read George Eliot’s Middlemarch and bring a copy to the first meeting. 1st and 3rd Monday from 7th May to 17th September, 10:30 – 12:30 Leader: Betty Hall 9579 1703 Secretary: Nancye Trimmer 72S004 BEGINNERS ART ** If you have always wanted to dabble in art and never had the opportunity, then this may be the course for you. No previous experience required. Course materials will be advised at the first lesson. 1st and 3rd Wednesday from18th July, 2:30 – 4:30 Leader: Don Skinner 9547 1251 OUTDOOR COURSES 72SX01 BUSH RAMBLES AND SYDNEY BY FERRY AND FOOT ** A course for those who wish to walk Sydney’s bush tracks and byways, with extended trips to Blue Mountains and other locations. All walks easy to medium. A reasonable level of fitness required. Every Thursday from 19th July - Times vary Leader: Molly Titmuss 9525 1085 Secretary: Ron Nicholls 9543 0249 72SX02 WALKING IN SYDNEY AND SURROUNDS ** Easy to medium walks around Sydney and nearby areas. A mixture of city and bush walks including lesser known ones. Alt. Fridays from13th July. Times available from Graham Lee. Contact: Graham Lee 9546 7994 72X03 CURRA MOORS, ROYAL NATION PART WILDFLOWER WALK NEW. Easy to medium walk along the best wildflower circuit in Royal National Park. We may even be lucky enough to spot some whales. It is essential to contact leader:to organize carpooling to start at Loftus Oval for 9.15 departure. Emergency phone number 0409 666 163 One day only Friday 20th July 2007 Leaders: Gary and Bronlyn Schoer 9570 1813 Email: gdschoer@bigpond.net.au 10 Sydney U3A Calendar & Course List - 2nd Semester 2007
PRIVATE HOMES 72SH01 ASPECTS OF ARCHAEOLOGY (GYMEA) ** Via books, videos, DVD’s we study various cultural groups. When available we attend exhibitions at Museum, Art Gallery or Power House Museum. Alt. Fridays from 20th July, 2:00 – 4:00 Leader: Pat Campbell 9525 6970 Secretary: Trevor Campbell 9525 6970 72SH02 FRENCH INTERMEDIATE (CARSS PARK) ** Covers grammar, vocabulary and conversation. Use will be made of audio and videotapes, supplemented by written texts. Each Monday during school terms from 23rd July, 10:00 – 12:00 Leader: Jan Williams 9546 1814 Secretary: Denis Miller 9523 3627 72SH03 FRENCH CONVERSATION (CARSS PARK) Small group participates in French conversation over a cup of tea. Each Monday during school terms from 23rd July, 12:00 – 1:00 Leader: Jan Williams 9546 1814 Secretary: Denis Miller 9523 3627 72SH04 GERMAN INTERMEDIATE (CARSS PARK) The approach is communicative, supported by scripted audio tapes and authentic written materials. Each Friday from 20th July, 10:00 – 12:00 Leader: June Swan 9150 5615 Secretary: Catherine Southall 9524 9373 72SH05 BOOK BANTER – (CARINGBAH) Each month we read a book chosen by our members. We discuss the author, the plot and the characters, etc. Limited places available. First Friday of month from 2 March, 1:30 – 3:00 Leader: Vicki Hann 9540 4550 or vickihann@hotmail.com 72SH06 PRESENTATION AND INVESTIGATION OF VARIOUS IDEAS (BLAKEHURST) Come along and join us for a relaxing day of who knows what Come what may! We will look at a pot-pourri of ideas involving voluntary individual member participation, with emphasis on communication and fun. First and third Sunday of each month Leader: Nan Bennett 9546 5401 SOUTH HURSTVILLE LIBRARY 1 Allan St, Hurstville South Buses 970-972 from Hurstville and Miranda. 72SL01 DISCUSSION GROUP ** Our friendly group enjoys stimulating and serious discussion on a variety of subjects. There is controversy, reminiscing and usually lots of laughter. Each Monday from 16th July, 10:00 – 12:00 Leader: Betty Buchanan 9580 1366 SUTHERLAND LIBRARY Committee Room, Belmont St, Sutherland 10 min. walk from station; limited 2 hour parking under building; 2 hour parking nearby. 72SS01 CRIME LITERATURE ** We read a variety of Crime Literature with particular attention to good writing and enjoy lively discussion. 2-4 newcomers welcome 1st & 3rd Tuesdays from 17th July, 10:00-12:00 Leader: Yvonne Crawford 9523 0501 Secretary: Margaret McGilchrist 9588 5536 SUTHERLAND UNITED SERVICES CLUB 7 East Parade, Sutherland (One hundred metres north, on western side of Sutherland Railway Station) 72SU01 CONTROLLING NERVES AND SPEAKING CONFIDENTLY In this 6 week course you will practice ways of controlling nervousness, relaxing and gaining confidence when addressing a group. We will cover topics such as: preparing, presenting and communicating ideas clearly and learning the various techniques suitable for social and more formal occasions. Meeting Room. 2 nd and 4 th Thursday from 13th September 1.30 – 3.30 Leader: Dorothy Clarke 9528 7259 72SU02 PSYCHOLOGY AN OVERVIEW NEW – Four sessions focussing on: 1. How psychology started and how it has changed over the years, 2. Can depression by useful, 3. How we change as we get older, 4. What can psychological testing really accomplish Large lecture hall. Alternate Thursdays 19th July to 30th August, 10.15 - 11.45 Leader: Dr. Reinhard Ronnebeck Secretary: Jacki Hallahan 95940214 72SU03 THE STORY OF THE GEORGES RIVER NEW: - A seven week program covering the multiple histories of the river. Oral histories invited! We are in-house on odd weeks and in the field on even weeks. Car pooling will by necessary and short walks will be involved. The last optional day will by a boat trip on the Woronora depending on tide and the number of people capable of driving tinnies (shared hire cost) Small meeting room. Every Wednesday from 15th August, 1:00 – 12:00 Leader: Margaret Simpson 9524 5056 72SA03 ARMCHAIR TRAVELLERS NEW - Come and share your travel stories or maybe a life experience with our new group. 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 17th July, 10:00 – 12:00 Leader: Mary Small 9522 9917 Secretary: Molly Titmuss 9525 1085 YOWIE BAY Waterbrook Lifestyle Resort 19 Wyralla Road, Yowie Bay 72SY01 FROM BACH TO BRITTEN WITH DETOURS The format will be “Concert” type programs chosen for variety, pleasure and interest. Biographical details and historical context will hopefully add to the listening experience. Important anniversaries will be observed, eg, 50 years since death of Sibelius; Elgar, born 150 years ago, Grieg, died 100 years ago.. 1st and 3rd Tuesdays from 17th July, 2:00 – 4:00 Leader: Mavis Sourry 9525 4160 Secretary: Rita Cummins 9527 2714 Sydney U3A Calendar & Course List - 2nd Semester 2007 11
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