Events & Course Book - Sydney U3A

U 3 A
The University of the Third Age
Events &
Course Book
Sydney U3A
The University of the Third Age offers all
seniors a variety of opportunities to use
their knowledge, skills and experience and
to acquire new ones in an informal, friendly
atmosphere
July - December 2012
Sydney U3A Incorporated
ABN Number: 32 251 810 797
PO Box R1766, Royal Exchange, NSW 1225
Phone: 02 9252 2033 Fax: 02 9252 2339
Email: mail@sydneyu3a.org
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HARBOURSIDE NORTH
Regional Course Coordinator: Kathy Vern-Barnett 9427 6309
Email: kvernb@optusnet.com.au
Enquiries Only
HARBOURSIDE NORTH REGION OF SYDNEY U3A
Notice is hereby given that the
Annual General Meeting and Election of Office Bearers
followed by our
Annual Christmas Lunch
will be held on
Wednesday 28 November at 12 noon
at
Chatswood RSL, 446 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood
(Western side of Chatswood Railway Station)
Guest Speaker: Ruth Shatford
Travels in France
For booking enquiries and nomination forms please phone Graeme Marshall 9489 8648
Further details and invitations will follow.
All Sydney U3A members are welcome to attend
Please write this date in your diary now
CHATSWOOD:
DOUGHERTY
COMMUNITY
CENTRE
7 Victor Street, Chatswood. 2-hour free
parking at Westfield car park opposite.
Public transport - short walk from
Chatswood bus and train interchange.
Wheelchair accessible
Venue Coordinator:
Kathy Vern-Barnett 9427 6309
Email: kvernb@optusnet.com.au
Booking for all sessions is essential
122HD01
A REVIEW OF WOMEN’S
LIBERATION
The heroines of Women’s Liberation are
not widely recognised. The contributions
of the Pankhursts and Germaine Greer
made little difference. Olympe de Gouges
and Mary Wollstonecraft broke the ice. A
man, John Stuart Mill, provided the theory,
Annie Besant and Marie Stopes, the
means.
Monday 9 July 10:30 - 12:30
Speaker: Peter Stamford
Bookings: Rhonda Broadbridge
9417 1943
122HD02
HOW TO REACH PEOPLE WITH A
MESSAGE
More than ever, in all aspects of life, communicating
with each other has become a
vital necessity. Within the family, through
the media, in business, socially and in
government, reaching people and listening
to them has a vital need. Find out how
to do it.
Monday 23 July 10:30 - 12:30
Speaker: Peter Lazar
Bookings: Sally Davis 9411 3800
122HD03
DO WE REALLY KNOW WHAT WE
THINK WE KNOW
By looking at the Theory of Knowledge
within the context of International Baccalaureate
programme we examine how
perception, emotion, language and reason
impact the way knowledge is conveyed in
various subject areas - such as Maths, Science.
Monday 13 Aug 10:30 - 12:30
Speaker: Anne Richardson
Bookings: Max Richardson 9419 8143
122HD04
UKRAINE: IS IT LITTLE RUSSIA
We look at the history and geography of
Ukraine, and the Crimea, Sevastopol, Balaclava,
the 1945 allied conference at Yalta,
Russian nuclear submarines, the Dnieper
River and the beautiful city of Kiev.
Monday 20 Aug 1:30 - 3:30
Speaker and Bookings: Graeme Marshall
9489 8648
122HD05
MEMORY AND AGEING
This presentation delivers an understanding
of the myths about dementia and
the issues relating to normal ageing and
memory loss. An interactive session that
aims to alleviate ageing worries and provide
strategies to help your memory.
Monday 8 Oct 10:30 - 12:30
Speaker: Pam Davis
Bookings: Margaret Urquhart 9411 8501
122HD06
THE WORK OF THE AGE
DISCRIMINATION COMMISSIONER
Susan Ryan was appointed Australia’s
first Age Discrimination Commissioner in
July 2011. She will speak about her role,
the protections provided by the Act and
her priority areas of work.
Monday 19 Nov 10:00 - 12:00
Speaker: Susan Ryan
Bookings: Pat Alderson 9953 2578
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GRACE AND BRADMAN
Grace and Bradman became world
famous sportsmen and changed the idea
of sport as entertainment forever. Both
were heroes of a depression but both
were deeply flawed. This discussion tries
to put their achievements and failures into
perspective.
Monday 26 Nov 10:30 - 12:30
Speaker: Peter Stamford
Bookings: John Stone 9411 3447
122HD08
WORLD ON TIGHTROPE
We begin where we left off last year: one
economy after another falling into recession
after the Global Financial Crisis.
We consider the counter-measures each
government has taken. We discuss some
flaws in the system exposed by the crisis
but do not see the world falling off the
tightrope. (8 sessions)
Alt. Tuesdays from 17 July 10:30 - 12:30
Leader: Ian de Mellow
Bookings: Margo Martin 9997 2526
122HD09
FOCUS ON ASIA
Continuing this series we’ll consider the
background to the latest current event/crisis/calamity
in Asia - our region. Each topic
will be decided closer to the date depending
on what’s in the news. (2 sessions)
Tuesday 28 Aug and Wednesday
14 Nov 1:30 - 3:30
Speaker: Simon Gentry
Bookings: Jennie Gentry 9948 5496
122HD10
FASCINATING ANCIENT PERSIA
AND US - PART 2
More on ancient (and modern) Persia,
especially Zoroastrianism, food and wonderful
carpets. We also look at Hafez,
often called ‘the greatest poet ever’.
(6 sessions)
Alt. Tuesdays from 21 Aug
10:30 - 12:30
Leader: Heather Bentley
Bookings: Pat Alderson 9953 2578
122HD11
FOUR AUSTRALIAN EXPLORERS
This course will look at the travels of early
explorers in New South Wales, John
Oxley, Hamilton Hume, Alan Cunningham
and Thomas Mitchell, following their journeys,
considering their experiences and
their impressions of the country through
which they passed. Each session will deal
with the journey of one explorer.
(4 sessions)
Each Tuesday from 6 Nov 10:30 - 12:30
Leader: Barbara Boston
Bookings: Norma Boston 9958 7040
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SPEAK EASY**(15)
Topical issues and ideas are discussed in
a friendly and lively atmosphere. Join our
informal forum to continue learning in an
active group that enjoys stimulating, serious
and not so serious discussion. There
is controversy, reminiscing and usually
lots of laughter. New members welcome.
Alt. Tuesdays from 17 July 1:30 - 3:30
Leader and Bookings: Sue Barr
9412 3301
122HD13
MODERNISM AND THE ARTS
We shall examine the important developments
in art, music, literature, architecture
and design in the period 1880 to 1930,
possibly the most revolutionary and intellectually
challenging period in human history.
One session will consist of a visit to
the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
(6 sessions)
Each Tuesday from 16 Oct 1:30 - 3:30
Leader: Keith Potten 9851 6492
Bookings: Lynette Brady 9958 3577
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VOICES FROM HEAVEN:
VIVALDI’S ORPHANS
Everyone recognises the popular piece
The Four Seasons. But Vivaldi composed
literally hundreds more, many for the
female orphans at Ospedale della Pietà in
18 th Century Venice. This story is slowly
being revealed by researchers.
Tuesday 27 Nov 1:30 - 3:30
Speaker and Bookings: Sue Barr
9412 3301
122HD15
THE HISTORY OF NORTH SHORE
LITERATURE
A brief historical journey examining the
richness, context and meaning of the fictional
and poetic literature of the northern
shore of Sydney from settlement through
the Great War, between the Wars, and
Post War to the present. (3 sessions)
Each Wednesday from 11 July
1:30 - 3:30
Leader: Terry Fogarty
Bookings: Julie Dixon 9413 3506
122HD16
ISLAM IN THE MODERN WORLD
This course will enable participants to gain
a greater appreciation of Islam, its religious
practices and spiritual dimensions. One
session will include a visit to the Auburn
Gallipoli Mosque. (8 sessions)
Each Wednesday from 1 Aug
1:30 - 3:30
Leader: Levent Gunaydin
Bookings: Molly Jeavons 9929 5170
122HD17
KOKODA
The story of Kokoda - the heroic defence
of our nation against a powerful foreign
invader has finally gained its rightful place
at the forefront of Australian War History.
Why do thousands of Australians make
this arduous pilgrimage each year
Wednesday 25 July 10:30 -12:30
Speaker: Robert Kohn
Bookings: Barbara Ellis 9416 3071
Email: bellis58@bigpond.com
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SOCIAL MEDIA
Each Wednesday from 1 Aug
10:30 - 12:30
Leader: Tony Wittingham
Bookings: Kathy Vern-Barnett 9427 6309
1. The Social Media Revolution
We examine and discuss the impact of
social media on society, business and
education and explore the opportunities
evolving from the revolution for us.
(2 sessions)
Wednesdays 1 and 8 Aug
2. Using Social Media for Lifelong
Learning
We examine the use of social media
for learning and its potential to enrich
seniors’ lifelong learning by providing
anytime-from-anywhere access to global
multimedia resources and experts.
(2 sessions)
Wednesdays 15 and 22 Aug
3. Social Media for Story Telling
Social media stories derive their power by
weaving together images, music, narrative
and voice, thereby giving deep dimension
and vivid colour to characters, situations,
experiences, and insights. (2 sessions)
Wednesdays 29 Aug and 5 Sept
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THE CHINESE OPIUM WARS
How an ancient culture was corrupted and
destroyed by British greed. A sad indictment.
Wednesday 12 Sept 10:30 - 12:30
Speaker: Paul Barclay
Bookings: Annika Tults 9882 3669
122HD20
CHARLEMAGNE, EMPEROR OF
THE FRANKS
Charlemagne, a giant of a man united
much of Europe into his empire. He was
an able general, administrator and scholar,
and a loyal friend of the papacy. He
married five times.
Wednesday 19 Sept 10:30 - 12:30
Speaker: Paul Barclay
Bookings: Annika Tults 9882 3669
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MEDICAL MILESTONES
The 20 th Century saw amazing breakthroughs
in scientific discoveries and
progress in medical treatments. We will
examine some of these exciting discoveries
and trace their impact on the general
health of the community and the way medicine
is practiced today. (4 sessions)
Each Wednesday from 17 Oct
10:30 - 12:30
Leader: Penny Bishop
Bookings: Sally Davis 9411 3800
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DISCUSSION GROUP
Do you like to think about and discuss
some of the interesting and confronting
questions of our times We encourage
participation and enjoy stimulating
exchanges of opinion.
Alt. Thursdays from 19 July
10:00 - 12:00
Leader and Bookings:
Margaret Thomason 9488 8960
122HD23
INTRODUCING RUSSIAN (FOR
BEGINNERS)**(15)
A course suited to those who hope one
day to visit Russia without feeling totally
lost, or those simply curious about the language
and mores of the country. We will
cover the Cyrillic alphabet and hopefully
basic communication skills. More information
on application.
Alt. Thursdays from 26 July 1:30 - 3:30
Leader and Bookings: Ellen Meadem
9922 4379
122HD24
ITALIAN FOR BEGINNERS AND
TRAVELLERS**(18)
Course 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. Berlitz Italian Phrase Book &
Dictionary CD Pack.
Alt. Fridays from 20 July 10:30 - 12:30
Leader: Adrian Walker
Bookings: Joy Martin 9888 6465
MOSMAN ART
GALLERY
Corner of Myahgah Road and Short
Street, Mosman (opposite Alan Border
Oval). 3-hour parking lower level of
Bridgepoint Shopping Centre, Spit
Junction. Wheelchair accessible
Venue Coordinator:
Eve Klein 9969 7994 for enquiries only.
122HA01
MONDAYS IN MOSMAN
A series of separate presentations on subjects
of general interest
All courses are from 10:30 - 12:30
No booking required
1. Personal Well Being and the
Pursuit of Happiness.
In a world that is challenging and we continually
meet stress and adversity, this
presentation looks at these factors and
explores the benefits and dynamics of
achieving a degree of well being and happiness.
Monday 2 July
Speaker: Dan Moalem
Please note that due to the
unavailability of the Mosman Art
Gallery there will be no sessions on
Mondays 9 and 16 July.
2. ‘What If’ - Science Fiction - the
Benefits and Demerits
A 2-part depiction through the science fiction
authors, films, technology, book covers,
forecasts, science and robots.
Mondays 23 and 30 July
Speaker: Max Richardson
3. The Hermit Kingdom. North
Korea or the Democratic People’s
Republic of Korea
Monday 6 Aug: A bird’s eye view of North
Korea today: the appearance, facilities
and services.
Monday 20 Aug: A day in the life of North
Koreans.
Monday 3 Sept: What does the future
hold for them and what is the effect on the
rest of the world
Speaker: John Yates
4. Family History - Research to
Publishing
How to self-publish for the family and
posterity, presented by the author of eight
self-published histories and a local authority
and consultant.
Monday 13 Aug
Speaker: Margaret Szalay
5. The Chinese Opium Wars
The shameful corruption and destruction
of an ancient civilization by British greed.
Monday 27 Aug
Speaker: Paul Barclay
6. A Republican and a Democrat -
Does Politics Influence Dance
The life and works of these two famous
dancers, Fred Astaire, the Republican
and Gene Kelly, the Democrat and how
the politics of their era may have affected
aspects of their dance style.
Monday 10 Sept
Speaker: Anne Richardson
7. Wives and Slaves in Roman
Times
How women and slaves were treated in
their time through the eyes of Cicero, Seneca
and Pliny. A look at the original words
on this subject by these famous Roman
writers
Monday 17 Sept
Speaker: Anne Richardson
8. Charlemagne: Emperor of the
Franks
A man of great stature as well as a scholar
and a warrior who unified much of Europe.
A remarkable human being.
Monday 24 Sept
Speaker: Paul Barclay
9. Historic Houses Trust (HHT)
A leader in the conservation and management
of historic places in Australia.
An overview of the achievements of this
important organisation.
Monday 8 Oct
Speaker: Gary Cook
10. ‘A Chest Full of Memories’
There have been significant changes in
the treatment of heart and lung conditions
since the 1960s. A session from a nursing
perspective in large metropolitan hospitals.
Monday 15 Oct
Speaker: Marea Reading
11. Estonia and its People and
Estonians in Australia
A brief history of the culture and history
of famous Australian Estonians since
pre-WWII farming settlement in Thirlmere
NSW.
Monday 22 Oct
Speaker: Valdur Liira
12. Women’s Emancipation
Olympe de Gouges to Germaine Greer.
The idea of the revolutionary movement
of emancipation for women to a separate
female culture.
Monday 29 Oct
Speaker: Peter Stamford
13. Dame Mary Gilmore
An account of this marvellous Australian
lady who was a poet, journalist, political
activist and a humanitarian of renown.
Monday 5 Nov
Speaker: Sue Barr
14. How Mathematics Affects Our
Lives
(a) A reflection on how mathematics is
responsible for so much of our living standard,
amenities and appliances. (b) Making
sense of climate change. A dispassionate
look at the science of global warming
and pollution and the outcome of the international
climate forum held in Copenhagen.
Two subjects in one session.
Monday 12 Nov
Speaker: Dan Moalem
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15. ‘You Must Remember This’
Song lyrics both familiar and unfamiliar
reflecting the times from WWI to WWII.
You are encouraged to sing along with the
music and join us for an end-of-year quiz
and morning tea to celebrate. (2 sessions)
Mondays 19 and 26 Nov
Speaker: Nora Hinchen and Friends
122HA02
EXHIBITION VISIT SERIES
A series of lectures and tours to coincide
with the Mosman Art Gallery’s 2012 exhibitions.
All sessions are from 11:00 - 1:00
Bookings: Angela Jones 9908 8700
1. Mosman Art Prize
The oldest government art prize in Australia
with several prizes, one of $30,000.
Thursday 26 July
2. Bungaree, the First Australian
Commissioned works of 16 aboriginal artists
to mark the story of Bungaree, chief of
the Broken Bay aborigines.
Thursday 6 Sept
3. Taiwan - Australian Watercolour
Exhibition
An important cultural exchange showing
the transformations between traditional
and contemporary works.
Thursday 6 Dec
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 Mobile: 0409 929 971
If unable to contact the bookings
person specified below, please
contact Venue Coordinator.
122HS01
JOURNEYING THROUGH
AUSTRALIA’S REGIONS
A journey through the remote parts of our
continent and an explanation of the history,
the people and the challenges for their
future.
Wednesdays 11 and 18 July
10:00 - 12:00
Speaker: Richard Quilty
Bookings: Phyllis Clout 9969 6846
122HS02
HISTORY OF HUMAN RIGHTS
There has been much discussion regarding
a necessity for an Australian charter
of rights but little reference to its fundamentals.
What is a right Where do rights
come from and who delivers them Why a
Bill of Rights Would it work We discuss
these questions and much more.
(3 sessions)
Each Wednesday from 25 July
10:00 - 12:00
Leader: Peter Stamford
Bookings: Barry Quigley 9948 3552
122HS03
BIX BEIDERBECKE: CULT FIGURE
FROM THE 1920s
Bix Beiderbecke died at 28 in New York in
1931. His accomplishments are preserved
on some 200 recordings as jazz cornettist
or pianist as well as the scores of a
small number of transcribed piano pieces.
Beiderbecke is a cult figure to jazz aficionados.
We will play excerpts from his
recordings.
Wednesday 15 Aug 10:00 - 12:00
Speaker: Frank Murphy
Bookings: Pamela Simmons 9968 4817
(after 5 pm)
122HS04
FOUR 20 th CENTURY ISSUE
NOVELS
War, Capitalism, Justice and Totalitarianism
were the major themes of the last 100
years. One novel per theme per week.
War: Remarque’s All Quiet on the Western
Front; Capitalism: Steinbeck’s Grapes
of Wrath; Justice: Kafka’s The Trial; and
Totalitarianism: Orwell’s 1984.
(4 sessions)
Each Wednesday from 22 Aug
10:00 - 12:00
Leader: Andrew Caro
Bookings: Phyllis Clout 9969 6846
122HS05
THE GREAT SIEGE OF MALTA
Many have heard about how Malta was
besieged during WWII. But how many have
heard about the Great Siege Voltaire said
that ‘nothing is better known than the siege
of Malta’. When was it Who was involved
Why was it so important
Wednesday 19 Sept 10:00 - 12:00
Speaker: Paul Wait
Bookings: Pamela Simmons 9968 4817
(after 5 pm)
122HS06
AN INDONESIAN ADVENTURE
At 15 David joined the Navy, attaining the
rank of Lieutenant Commander. He will
mainly focus on his time training in Indonesia
where he underwent the Indonesian
Command and Staff Course. Janel,
a school teacher, travelled extensively
throughout Indonesia, gaining insights
into their way of life.
Wednesday 26 Sept 10:00 - 12:00
Speakers: David and Janel Gayford
Bookings: Barry Quigley 9948 3552
122HS07
BIO-MIMICRY
What do space solar panels, the Eastgate
Centre in Zimbabwe, medical sutures, seat
belts, artificial tendons, tsunami warning
systems, gecko tape, self-cleaning paints
and dresses worn by Maria Sharipova
have in common They are all inspired by
nature. Come and see how. (3 sessions)
Each Wednesday from 3 Oct
10:00 - 12:00
Leader: Lesley Duffill
Bookings: Pamela Simmons 9968 4817
(after 5 pm)
122HS08
MUSIC OF VIENNA
Join this friendly group and come and listen
to great classical music both familiar
and unfamiliar. As well as enjoying legendary
performances from musicians of
the past, we listen to many recordings by
outstanding conductors and artists of our
own day.
Each Wednesday 10:00 - 12:00
Leader: Rosemary McCulloch
Bookings: Phyllis Clout 9969 6846
1.Haydn and Mozart
Wednesday 24 Oct
2. Beethoven and Hummel
Wednesday 31 Oct
3. Schubert and Czerny
Wednesday 7 Nov
4. Brahms
Wednesday 14 Nov
5. Mahler and Franz Lehar
Wednesday 21 Nov
6. Fritz Kreisler and Schoenberg
Wednesday 28 Nov
MOSMAN:
GARRISON-
KILLARNEY
RETIREMENT
CENTRE
13 Spit Road, Mosman (opposite Post
Office). 100 metres flat walk from
Spit Junction bus stop. Wheelchair
accessible
Venue Coordinator: Annika Tults
9882 3669
122HK01
MEDICINE THEN AND NOW
There have been tremendous advances in
medical care. Learn what we did 60 years
ago and how it has changed.
Thursday 12 July 1:30 - 3:30
Speaker: Joan Castle
Bookings: Annika Tults 9882 3669
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GRACE AND BRADMAN - HEROES
OR CROOKS
Grace and Bradman were crucial to the
development of professional sport and of
modern sports arenas. Both were ‘shamateurs’
who treated real professionals with
disdain. They left a strange legacy of sport
for the common man.
Thursday 19 July 1:30 - 3:30
Speaker: Peter Stamford
Bookings: Inez Glanger 9960 1495
122HK03
THE ROYAL HOUSE OF STUART
The 17 th century was a turbulent period
of British history. The Stuart dynasty presided
over and indeed caused much of the
political and religious violence.
Thursday 26 July 1:30 - 3:30
Speaker: Paul Barclay
Bookings: Annika Tults 9882 3669
122HK04
THE SOCIAL MEDIA REVOLUTION
The recent social media explosion has
changed the way people and communities
interact. Social media has changed education
forever, and enabled businesses to
reach out directly to customers. This presentation
examines social media’s impact
on society, business and education, and
explores the opportunities evolving from
the revolution for us.
Thursday 2 Aug 1:30 - 3:30
Speaker: Tony Wittingham
Bookings: Margaret Lanigan 8920 3302
122HK05
SOCIAL MEDIA FOR LIFELONG
LEARNING
We are at the beginning of a revolution in
the way that we learn. This presentation
demonstrates and provides guidelines for
using the social media tools that enable
lifelong learners to communicate, share
and collaborate globally with experts and
other learners, and provide opportunities
to develop knowledge, skills and self-esteem.
Thursday 9 Aug 1:30 - 3:30
Speaker: Tony Wittingham
Bookings: Margaret Lanigan 8920 3302
122HK06
THE KOKODA ADVENTURE
The Story of Kokoda - our heroic defence
against a powerful foreign invader - has
finally gained its rightful place at the forefront
of Australian War history. I invite you
to experience Kokoda in the footsteps
of those ‘Ragged Bloody Heroes’. Thousands
of Australians make this arduous
pilgrimage every year.
Thursday 16 Aug 1:30 - 3:30
Speaker: Robert Kohn
Bookings: Margaret Lanigan 8920 3302
122HK07
THE GOLDEN YEARS OF POSTER
ART
The series presents exemplary poster art
of the last two centuries. Starting with the
French period of Toulouse Lautrec, we
continue through Art Nouveau and Art
Deco periods in Europe, and the Jazz Age
in USA. We conclude with posters from
countries as diverse as Japan and Australia.
(4 sessions)
Each Thursday from 23 Aug 1:30 - 3:30
Leader: Jenny Toynbee-Wilson
Bookings: Daphne Tinker 9968 3928
122HK08
AUSTRALIAN FOLK SONGS,
BALLADS AND VERSE
Discover how folk songs and ballads tell
the Australian story from convict birth to
Federation and contemporary Australia.
Warren Fahey, author of over 20 books
and hundreds of CDs and ABC radio programs
will take the class on a ride through
history.
Thursday 20 Sept 1:30 - 3:30
Speaker: Warren Fahey
Bookings: Judy Blanche 9904 1197
122HK09
TWO IMPORTANT SCIENTISTS
Count Rumford, American-born soldier,
statesman, scientific experimenter was
also a Count of the Holy Roman Empire.
A unique and important figure. Thomas
Young was described as ‘the last man who
knew everything’. He really deserved that
title as you will learn.
Thursday 27 Sept 1:30 - 3:30
Speaker: Paul Barclay
Bookings: Annika Tults 9882 3669
122HK10
VOICES FROM HEAVEN:
VIVALDI’S ORPHANS
Everyone recognizes Vivaldi’s popular
piece, The Four Seasons. But he composed
literally hundreds more, many for
female orphans at the Ospedale della
Pietà in the 18 th century Venice. This story
is being slowly revealed by researchers.
Thursday 4 Oct 1:30 - 3:30
Speaker: Sue Barr
Bookings: Jan Watson 9499 3961
122HK11
MEMOIRS OF A MIDWIFE
The lifeforce in nature. The miracle of
birth. The wonder and tenacity of the will
to live. The strength of babies and children
to survive against all odds. Stories from a
nurse/midwife’s long and happy career.
Thursday 11 Oct 1:30 - 3:30
Speaker: Joan Brandt
Bookings: Inez Glanger 9960 1495
122HK12
MUSIC FOR LISTENING
Six sessions of classical music on various
themes.
Each Thursday from 18 Oct 1:30 - 3:30
Leader: John Yates
Bookings: Marje Ashworth 9516 2785
1. The Voice as Musical Instrument
Thursday 18 Oct
2. Music at the Court of Augustus
The Strong
Thursday 25 Oct
3. The Haydn Brothers
Thursday 1 Nov
4. The Mozart Men
Thursday 8 Nov
5. Is it Schumann or Schubert - or
even Schobert!
Thursday 15 Nov
6. End of Term Special
The Best of the Best - 2 hours of foot tapping
music - classics but not necessarily
classical.
Thursday 22 Nov
THE MANORS
OF MOSMAN
RETIREMENT
VILLAGE
6 Hale Road, Mosman (off Military Road).
Buses: 143, 144, 175, 247, 257
Wheelchair accessible
Venue Coordinator: Valia Linklater
9438 1916
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BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
Our friendly group continues reading great
classics - old and new, biography and
non-fiction as well as drama and poetry.
The book chosen for our first session is
My Brilliant Career by Miles Franklin. New
members welcome.
Alt. Tuesdays from 24 July 10:00 - 12:00
Leader: Val Muir
Bookings: Barbara Shannon 9953 4973
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ESPANOL INTERMEDIO**(12)
Curso de conversación, redacción, ejercicios
gramaticales, lectura y comprensión
de texto, conducido mayormente en español.
Máximo 12 personas.
Each Monday from 23 July 9:45 - 11:45
Leader and Bookings: Elizabeth Ellis 9929
3656 (despues de 5 pm)
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EXTENDING OUR WRITING**(16)
We will experiment with a variety of writing
activities that explore different genres,
including poetry, short story, satire and
humour, on different subjects taken both
from life and from our imagination. We
read our work aloud for discussion and
feedback.
Alt. Tuesdays from 17 July
10:30 - 12:30
Leader: Jenny Rudd O’Neill
Bookings: Elly van Schie 9905 2568
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RELIGION AND THE NOVEL (1)
In Graham Greene’s novel The Heart of
the Matter (1948) a police officer in Sierra
Leone tries to reconcile his life, his conscience
and his God. This novel caused
Greene ‘the most personal anguish to
write’. Selected unabridged sections of
the novel will be listened to followed by
group discussion. (4 sessions)
Each Monday from 16 July
10:00 - 12:00
Leader and Bookings: Max Lawson
9969 7773 or 9534 1207
Email: ginnahastings@yahoo.com
122HV05
RELIGION AND THE NOVEL (2)
In Graham Greene’s novel The End of the
Affair (1951), the central character has
a rival for the love of his mistress: God.
There can be no end to this affair as this
complex and absorbing novel makes
clear. Selected unabridged readings will
be listened to, followed by group discussion.
(4 sessions)
Each Monday from 13 Aug 10:00 - 12:00
Leader and Bookings: Max Lawson
9969 7773 or 9534 1207
Email: ginnahastings@yahoo.com
122HV06
TOPICAL ISSUES
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 18 July
10:00 - 12:00
Leader: Joan Castle
Bookings: Rose Hochmann 9489 4989
McMAHONS
POINT COMPUTER
EDUCATION UNIT
Courses conducted at the 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
Apply direct for all computer and
photo courses via the Internet at
http://bit.ly/u3apply.
Get fuller details of each course and
the venue on our website at:
http://bit.ly/computeru3a, or email an
enrolment request to the Computer
Courses Coordinator: David Hume
Email: computeru3a@gmail.com
As a last resort, phone 9817 3638.
Some of our courses are for
BEGINNERS. Some are at
INTERMEDIATE level, and for these
you need a skill level equal to
completing a beginner’s course.
122HM01,02,03
COMPUTER BASICS
COURSES**(6)
These three beginners’ courses use Windows
XP or Windows 7 to teach basic skills
- mouse, keyboard, on-screen windows,
how the file system works, and using the
internet and email. Other topics: security,
simple word-processing, using CDs and
flash drives, and basic photo management.
Class members can nominate topics for
the last session. (9 sessions)
122HM01 Windows 7
Each Monday from 16 July 9:15 - 12:15
122HM02 Windows XP
Each Wednesday from 10 Oct
9:15 - 12:15
122HM03 Windows 7
Each Thursday from 11 Oct 9:15 - 12:15
122HM04
CREATING YOUR WEBSITE**(7)
An intermediate course for people experienced
with Windows. Learn website creation
and maintenance through hands-on
creation of sample websites. You only
need familiarity with word processing and
file handling - this is not a ‘programming’
course. You’ll be given easily-used software
tools to create web pages and prepare
illustrations. (9 sessions)
Each Monday from 8 Oct 9:15 - 12:15
122HM05,06
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY - AN
INTRODUCTION**(7) or (6)
An intermediate course. Learn how your
camera works and manage, catalogue and
edit your digital photographs using free software.
Includes the basic principles of photography,
how to store, transfer, display and
share photos. Information on different digital
camera types and useful internet resources.
Bring your camera, transfer cable and
Instruction Manual. (5 sessions)
122HM05
Each Wednesday from 18 July
9:15 - 12:15**(7)
122HM06
Each Wednesday from 18 July
2:00 - 5:00**(6)
122HM07
INTRODUCTION TO LINUX**(7)
An intermediate course for people with
sound experience running computers. All
Linux programs are free, and it reads and
writes Windows and Apple files doing 99%
of what they can. You will learn skills you
can build-on later, including safe installation
alongside Windows and Apple. We will
use ‘Ubuntu’ or a variant. (5 sessions)
Each Wednesday from 10 Oct
2:00 - 5:00
122HM08,09
HALF-DAY BLOGGING
WORKSHOPS**(6)
With an illustrated blog you can keep
friends in touch with your activities, or proclaim
your thoughts, insights or prejudices
to the world. You will use simple software
to easily create and maintain a blog. You
can open it to the whole world, or restrict it
to a chosen few.
122HM08
Wednesday 4 July 2:00 - 5:00
122HM09
Wednesday 26 Sept 9:15 - 12:15
122HM10,11,12
THREE TWO-DAY PICASA
WORKSHOPS
Intermediate course about using ‘Picasa’
- Google’s free software for storing, cataloguing
and simple-editing digital photos.
Less detail than the 5-day Digital Photo
course, but more than we cover in our
‘Computer Basics’ classes. Bring your
camera with photos and its transfer
cable. (2 sessions)
122HM10
Wednesdays 4 and 11 July 9:15 - 12:15
122HM11
Wednesdays 22 and 29 Aug 9:15 - 12:15
122HM12
Wednesdays 5 and 12 Sept 9:15 - 12:15
122HM13
HALF-DAY INTRODUCTION TO
THE iPAD**(8)
A beginners course where you get to know
your iPad in the company of others under
the guidance of our tutor. You must bring
your iPad. Apply in the same way as our
other courses, as places are limited.
Wednesday 11 July 2:00 - 5:00
122HM14,15
TWO HALF-DAY WORKSHOPS -
PANORAMIC PHOTOS ON YOUR
CAMERA**(7)
This intermediate-level course shows
how any digital camera can take panoramic
photos, either horizontal or vertical,
ranging from just 2 or 3 photos wide,
up to a full 360 O . Free software is used to
‘stitch’ the photos together and ‘play’ them
like a video either as a stand-alone program
or on the internet.
122HM14
Wednesday 19 Sept 2:00 - 5:00
122HM15
Wednesday 26 Sept 2:00 - 5:00
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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: Valia Linklater
9438 1916
122HM16
CREATIVE WRITING**(10)
A lively writers group where we share our
writing for appreciation, comment and
positive feedback. We work through tutor’s
points and publication is encouraged.
Alt. Tuesdays from 17 July 10:00 - 12:00
Leader and Bookings: Ann Howard
9955 2074
122HM17
WRITING POETRY**(12)
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 24 July 10:00 - 12:00
Leader and Bookings: Geoff Lucas
9416 7717
122HM18
BOOK CLUB**(14)
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 20 July 10:00 - 12:00
Leader and Bookings: Toni McLennan
9412 1585
LANE COVE: QE
CENTENARY
CENTRE
180 Longueville Road, Lane Cove.
Buses: 252, 253, 254 from QVB, 536
from Chatswood Station and Gladesville.
Venue Coordinator: Ron Mead
9871 2580
122HL01
DISCUSSION GROUP
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 2 July 10:30 - 12:30
Leader and Bookings: Barbara Meth
9438 5014
122HL02
20 TH CENTURY AUSTRALIAN
POLITICAL AND SOCIAL HISTORY
The writing of Australian history is barely
65 years old. This leaves the study of 20 th
century Australia as fascinating, refreshing
and a dynamic process. Welcome to
what should be an interesting course.
Alt. Thursdays from 12 July to 23 Aug
then from 18 Oct 1:30 - 3:30
Leader: Frank Wilson 9764 1071
Bookings: Ann Drysdale 9427 8435
122HL03
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 12 July
10:30 - 12:30
Leader and Bookings: Loma Denshire
9427 5285
122HL04
BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP**(12)
A book group centred on literary fiction. Our
book for the first session is To Kill a Mockingbird
by Harper Lee. Group limited to 12 to
ensure everyone has a chance to speak.
Every Fourth Monday from 23 July
10:30 - 12:30
Leader and Bookings: Janice Gentle
9439 3801
LANE COVE
UNITING CHURCH
HALL
Corner of Finlayson St and Coxs Lane.
Transport details as for Centenary Centre
above.
Coordinator: Ron Mead 9871 2580
122HU01
CLASSICAL MUSIC FOR
PLEASURE
Each session will be centred around a
theme, or focused on a particular composer,
all illustrated by recorded music.
Alt. Tuesdays from 24 July 10:30 - 12:30
Leader and Bookings: Rex Benn
9498 1784
GREENWICH:
WATERBROOK
RETIREMENT
RESORT
6 Ulonga Avenue, Greenwich (off Innes
Road, which is off Pacific Highway
opposite the old ABC site). Buses: 252,
253, 286, 290, 143, 144 (along Pacific
Highway). Car parking is available at the
venue.
Venue Coordinators:
John and Ena Hall 9433 8076
122HW01
CHINA AND THE SILK ROAD
A grand sweep of 3,000 years of golden
dynasties, lifestyles, caravans and glass
togas. China, Rome, Persia and Venice;
Mongols and merchants in dazzling trade.
(6 sessions)
Each Tuesday from 3 July 10:00 - 12:00
Leader: Heather Bentley
Bookings: Janice Walker 9909 1671
122HW02
THE OPIUM WARS
The shameful corruption and destruction
of an ancient civilization by British greed.
Tuesday 14 Aug 10:00 - 12:00
Speaker: Paul Barclay
Bookings: Annika Tults 9882 3669
122HW03
VLAD DRACULA (THE IMPALER),
AND RASPUTIN
Biographies of two men whose lives are
shrouded in myths and legends. Presented
here is what is factually known about
these fascinating historical figures.
Tuesday 21 Aug 10:00 - 12:00
Speaker: Paul Barclay
Bookings: Annika Tults 9882 3669
122HW04
THE STORY OF THE NOBEL
PRIZES
These talks will describe the life of Alfred
Nobel and the history of the prizes that he
established with special reference to the
Peace prize. (2 sessions)
Tuesdays 28 Aug and 4 Sept
10:00 - 12:00
Speaker: Penny Bishop
Bookings: Mary Morrison 9433 8004
122HW05
QANTAS - THE SPIRIT OF
AUSTRALIA
The history of Qantas from humble beginnings
in Western Queensland to its 40 th
anniversary in 1960. Maps, flight covers,
stamps, photographs, letters, air mail
stickers, labels, vignettes, ephemera, will
be displayed to cover the early years, first
steps overseas, wartime operations and
postwar expansion to become a leading
international airline.
Tuesday 11 Sept 10:00 - 12:00
Speaker: Maurice Williams
Bookings: Pat Alderson 9953 2578
122HW06
BIO-MIMICRY
What do space panels, the Eastgate
Centre in Zimbabwe, medical sutures,
seat belts, tsunami warning systems, and
dresses worn by Maria Sharapova have
in common Come and find out how they
were all inspired by nature. (3 sessions)
Each Tuesday from 18 Sept
10:00 - 12:00
Leader: Lesley Duffill
Bookings: Joy Williams 9953 8526
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122HW07
ROSSINI - PRODIGY, CELEBRITY
AND WIT
The extraordinary life of Rossini, with a look
at his two most popular operas and many
of his unfamiliar works. (2 sessions)
Tuesdays 9 and 16 Oct 10:00 - 12:00
Speaker: Nora Hinchen
Bookings: Mary Morrison 9433 8004
122HW08
HILL TOWNS OF ITALY
The hill town of Assisi is familiar to many,
through their own travels or at second
hand. In this course we will visit some
of the less famous localities in various
regions of Italy. (2 sessions)
Tuesdays 23 and 30 Oct 10:00 - 12:00
Speakers: Nora Hinchen and John Flint
Bookings: Rosalie Lund-Conlon
9807 9956
122HW09
SOME AUSTRALIAN ISLANDS
Aspects of the history and environment
of Lord Howe, Norfolk, King, Flinders and
Fraser Islands are presented. (2 sessions)
Tuesdays 6 and 13 Nov 10:00 - 12:00
Speaker: John Flint
Bookings: Rosalie Lund-Conlon
9807 9956
122HW10
A STORM IN A TOPOGRAPHIC
TEACUP. EARLY ENGLISH
WATERCOLOURISTS
English watercolour painters of the 18 th
and 19 th centuries. Paul Sandby to JMW
Turner.
Tuesday 20 Nov 10:00 - 12:00
Speaker: John Hall
Bookings: Ena Hall 9433 8076
122HW11
SYMBOL OF SYDNEY - THE
HARBOUR BRIDGE
The story of the Sydney Harbour Bridge
from the time when the northern and
southern shores were linked solely by
ferry transport, until its 50 th anniversary in
1982. We cover its design and construction,
the opening celebrations, the commemorative
stamp issues and its impact
on the Sydney community.
Tuesday 27 Nov 10:00 - 12:00
Speaker: Maurice Williams
Bookings: Ena Hall 9433 8076
121HW12
WATERCOLOUR PAINTING**(6)
A practical beginners’ 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
($1 per session) until students feel confident
enough to buy their own materials.
Alt. Fridays from 6 July 10:00 - 12:00
Leader: John Hall
Bookings: Ena Hall 9433 8076
121HW13
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.
Alt. Fridays from 13 July. Coffee at
9:45, film presented 10:00 - 12:00
Leader: Hugh Watson
Bookings: Valia Linklater 9438 1916
CASTLE COVE:
WATERMARK
8b Deepwater Rd Castle Cove, off
Eastern Valley Way. Buses: 207 from
Carrington Street, City via North Sydney,
136 Chatswood Station to Dee Why.
Alight at Eastern Valley Way near Smith
Street. Cross Eastern Valley Way and
walk north to Deepwater Road. There is
ample street parking around the village.
Wheelchair accessible
Venue Coordinator: Barbara Boston
9958 7040
Email: nboston@bigpond.net.au
122HC01
CLASSIC MOVIES**(20)
A selection of the best and most influential
movies which developed the industry.
A full list of movies to be presented will be
available at the first performance.
(10 sessions)
Alt. Fridays from 20 July 10.30 - 12:30
Leader: Hugh Watson
Bookings: Barbara or Norma Boston
9958 7040
122HC02
PUTTING CREATIVE FUN INTO
EVERYDAY THINKING**(18)
How we think limits what we think. ‘Thinking
blocks’, assumptions and biases, can
affect anyone. Activity in this entertaining
and involving workshop will help to identify
any limits in individual thinking, and then
through applying creative thinking techniques
in the workshop and daily life, help
to overcome those limits. (10 sessions)
Alt. Tuesdays from 17 July
10:30 - 12:30
Leader: David Synnott
Bookings: Barbara or Norma Boston
9958 7040
OUT THERE!
Coordinator: Kathy Vern-Barnett
9427 6309
Email: kvernb@optusnet.com.au
122OT01
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 as a basis for finding out about
different cultures.
Alt. Fridays from 3 Aug
Leader and Bookings: Sarah Fennamore
9955 1962
122OT02
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 as a basis for finding out about
different cultures.
Alt. Fridays from 10 Aug
Leader and Bookings: Kathy Smith
9904 0450
122OT03
CAFÉ POETS
We invite you to join us to share your love
of poetry and prose or unleash your creativity
by trying out your own writing skills.
We meet in a Lane Cove cafe, the name
of which will be given on booking.
Alt. Thursdays from 19 July
10:30 - 12:00
Enquiries and Bookings: Meg Venning
9887 2386
PRIVATE HOMES
Coordinator: Kathy Vern-Barnett
9427 6309
Email: kvernb@optusnet.com.au
121HH01
INTERMEDIATE RECORDER
(Roseville)**(12)
Play the recorder with a small group meeting
not far from Roseville station. Intermediate
students only.
Alt. Mondays from 9 July 10:00 - 12:00
Leader and Bookings: Sheila Caldwell
9498 1197
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.
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