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 

January - June 2011 

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 

Sydney U3A Events & Course Book - January - June 2011 

Website: www.sydneyu3a.org 

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MANLY AND PENINSULA 

Coordinator: Barbara Potts 9451 4967 

Assistant Coordinator: Roy Bedford 9944 7240 

Enquiries NOT Bookings 

MANLY AND PENINSULA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 

AND 21 st BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS 

Tuesday 22 February 

11:30am 

Long Reef Golf Club, Anzac Avenue, Collaroy 

All members are invited to attend our Annual General Meeting when a special resolution will be put forward - “To change our 

region name to Northern Beaches”. The short business meeting and election of office bearers will be followed by a BBQ lunch and 

birthday cake, music from our own string trio, Hugh Mackay as guest speaker, plus lucky door prize and group displays. 

The Celebration Lunch will cost $35 and advance booking is essential. 

Please forward your name and membership number, together with a cheque or money order and payable to U3A MAP (print name 

and address on the reverse), to Pamela Acott, 5 Currong Circuit, Terrey Hills 2084 by 11 February. Enquiries: 9986 3596 or email 

pamelaacott@optusnet.com.au 

Nomination forms for MAP Committee can be obtained from, and returned to: 

Secretary: Helen Baseley, 9905 3583 or baseley@iprimus.com.au by 1 Feb 

BALGOWLAH: 

ALL SAINTS’ 

CHURCH HALL 

Cnr. Sydney Rd. and Boyle St., 

Balgowlah. Buses 143 and 144 from 

Manly and Chatswood 

Venue Coordinator: Christiana Star 

9975 5051 

Email: christiana_star@netspace.net.au 

111MB01 

LITERATURE 

A wide range of authors and their books 

are discussed. Authors include Jonathan 

Franzen, Brenda Walker, Arthur Miller and 

many others.(10 sessions) 

Alt. Wednesdays from 9 Feb to 6 April, 

4 May to 29 June 10:00 - 12:00 

Leader and Bookings: Janet Lahey 

9949 2896 

111MB02 

WEIRD AND WACKY: CREATURES 

OF MYTH, FANTASY AND 

IMAGINATION**(16) 

Belief in supernatural beings, their form, 

attributes and fate, have been prevalent 

in all civilizations over thousands of years. 

Many such belief systems continue to feature 

in contemporary societies. This illustrated 

series investigates entities such as 

angels, witches, demons and faerie folk 

through antiquity to cyberspace. 

(4 sessions) 

Each Tuesday from 1 March 

11:00 - 1:00 

Leader: Jenny Wilson 

Bookings: Gael Timms 0411 484 240 

BAYVIEW GARDEN 

VILLAGE 

Cnr.Cabbage Tree Rd and Annam Rd. 

Entrance Annam Rd North. Bus 155 from 

Manly. Street parking available. 

Venue Coordinator: Mavis Bickerton 

9970 7161 

Email: mavis.bickerton@bigpond.com] 

111MG01 

INTRODUCTION TO CHINESE 

BRUSH PAINTING **(8) 

Ink and watercolors on rice paper. 

Alt. Wednesdays from 23 Feb 

9:30 - 12:00 

Leader and Bookings: Valerie Creaney 

9997 2569 

BELROSE: 

GLENAEON 

RETIREMENT 

VILLAGE 

207 Forest Way, Belrose. Forest Coach 

Lines 276 from Warringah Mall/Belrose, 

270 (some) from city/Terrey Hills. Parking 

available inside village. 

Venue Coordinator: 

Margaret Robinson 9486 3528 

Email: merobinson2@bigpond.com 

111MT01 

DOCUMENTARIES 

A wide selection of films are shown on our 

large plasma screen in our village community 

centre with subsequent discussion. 

Alt. Mondays from 7 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 

Leader: John Sheridan 9450 2495 

Bookings: Shirley Carroll 9986 2425 

111MT02 

LEARN TO ENJOY MAH JONG 

Play Mah Jong in a friendly atmosphere in 

the western game play. All welcome, beginners 

and experienced. A limited number of 

inexperienced players can be accepted. 

Each Tuesday from 8 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 

Leader and Bookings: Delvene Lawrence 

9975 3788 

Email: box142@bigpond.com 

111MT03 

POINT OF VIEW**(20) 

This is an interactive group seeking to 

expand their knowledge of the world by 

drawing on history, personal experiences 

and current affairs. Discussion is the cornerstone 

and entertainment is a by-product. 


10:00 - 12:00 

Leaders: Eunice Spangaro 9986 3401 

and Mick Greig 9486 3140 

Bookings: Eunice Nash 9450 0895 

111MT04 

EXPLORING THE NEAR DEATH 

EXPERIENCE**(16) 

What happens when we die For 30 years 

researchers have been exploring the 

question using accounts given by clinically 

dead patients who have revived. We 

will look at the history of this research, the 

typical experience and case studies. 

(8 sessions) 

Each Thursday from 28 April 

10:00 - 12:00 

Leader and Bookings: Nila Chambers 

9999 2445 

Email: nilachambers@bigpond.com 

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COLLAROY 

PLATEAU: RSL 

VETERANS’ 

RETIREMENT 

VILLAGE 

Veterans Parade, Collaroy Plateau – 

Buses 179/180 from City. Limited on-site 

parking. Street parking available 

Venue Coordinator: Ian Thompson 

9971 9221 

Email: collaroyplateau@hotmail.com 

111MV01 

ART**(14) 

(Northern Amenities Block) 

You don’t have to be able to draw a straight 

line to join this leisure class. No lessons are 

given, but help and appraisals are given. If 

you are a beginner we will get you launched 

in the medium of your choice. 

Each Monday from 7 Feb 1:00 - 4:00 

Leader: June Rodden 9402 4550 

Bookings: Bett Agnew 9971 5582 

111MV02 

FRENCH CONVERSATION**(12) 

(Cutler Hall) 

A small group talk in French about varied 

topics, film, theatre, politics and general 

interest topics. Also a small grammatical 

exercise each session. 

Each Tuesday from 1 Feb 9:45 - 11:45 

Leader and Bookings: Sheila Edwards 

9999 3221 

COLLAROY: 

WARRINGAH PLACE 

RETIREMENT 

VILLAGE 

1039 Pittwater Road, Collaroy. Activities 

Room. Buses 155/156 from Manly, buses 

188/190 from City/ upper peninsula, bus 

L60 from Chatswood/Mona Vale. Limited 

on-site parking. 


9971 9221 


111MP01 

VIEWPOINT**(20) 

A friendly cohesive group where participation 

rules. Our activities include discussion 

of pre-selected topics and newspaper 

articles and individual presentation of any 

literature of interest. 

Alt. Mondays from 31 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 

Leaders and Bookings: Mary Comber 

9948 4064 and Peter Daffy 9997 1800 

111MP02 

LEARN THE UKULELE**(12) 

Do you need some fun in your life Do you 

like to sing Ukuleles are back in fashion! 

Come and join us. No musical knowledge 

required but a small outlay required for a 

ukulele. Please ring leader to establish 

your interest. 


Leader and Bookings: Colleen Russell 

9918 3817 

111MP03 

GENEALOGY AND FAMILY 

HISTORY**(15) 

This course is for those who wish to 

research their family history and with a 

focus on the United Kingdom and Australia. 

Attendees may range from those who 

have no idea where to start, through to 

those who may be in an advanced stage 

of research and need further guidance. 


Leader and Bookings: Ian Thompson 

9971 9221 


111MP04 

SPIRIT AND SCIENCE 

A look at emotions, beliefs and spiritual 

practices and their relationship to our 

physical functioning. Explore ancient wisdom 

and the discoveries of modern scientific 

research. Reflect on aspects of spiritual 

psychology and learn ways to enhance 

your physical, mental and spiritual health. 

(7 sessions) 

Each Tuesday from 10 May 

10:30 - 12:30 

Leader and Bookings: Christiana Star 

9975 5051 


DEE WHY SENIOR 

CITIZENS CENTRE 

34 Howard Ave, Dee Why. Buses 136 

Manly/Chatswood. Short walk to/from 

Pittwater Rd and bus routes from city/ 

peninsula. Parking available in adjacent 

council carpark. 


9971 9221 


111MD01 

KINGS AND QUEENS OF 

ENGLAND 

This is a light-hearted review of the lives 

and reigns of the individuals who have 

worn the crown of England, from the time 

of the Romans to the twenty-first century. 

By the end, I hope that you will feel you 

know and understand these people slightly 

better than before. (10 sessions) 

Alt. Thursdays from 17 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 

Leader and Bookings: 

Rosemary McCulloch 9913 8509 

Email: rosemary.mcculloch@bigpond.com 

111MD02 

CHINA AND THE SILK ROAD 

Follow the fascinating history of China 

through the great dynasties, each one 

linked to vibrant trade in silk, spices and 

gems. ‘Glass togas’, Persia, Marco Polo 

and the role of food in Chinese culture all 

feature. (7 sessions) 

Alt. Thursdays from 7 April 

10:30 - 12:30 

Leader: Heather Bentley 

Bookings: Marie Smith 9918 5226 

Email: montmari@optusnet.com.au 

111MD03 

VENICE, PARADISE OR CITIES 

A survey and a celebration of Venice and 

its Lagoon - history and environment, past 

glories, magic and myth, life in the city 

past and present. Does it have a future 

(3 sessions) 

Alt. Thursdays from 24 Feb 

10:30 - 12:30 

Leader: John Flint 

Bookings: Des Cahill 9949 7005 

Email: desca@bigpond.com 

FORESTVILLE: 

FOREST 

COMMUNITY ARTS 

CENTRE 

Darley St. Forestville. Adjacent to 

library. Forest Coach Lines 270 from 

City/Belrose, 276 from Warringah Mall/ 

Belrose, 280 from Chatswood/Warringah 

Mall. Parking available. 

Venue Coordinator: Barbara Potts 

9451 4967 

Email: 

barbarapotts2003@yahoo.com.au 

111MF01 

CREATIVE WRITING**(8) 

We are a small self-help writing group and 

have been going now for 10 years. Each 

member contributes both in writing and 

editing and over the years we have had 

several members who have published. 

What you write is each member’s choice. 


Leader and Bookings: Paula Barrass 

9918 3607 

111MF02 

PAINTING IN OILS AND ACRYLICS 

Although this is not a structured teaching 

class, encouraging basic lessons are given 

to beginners and guidance and assistance 

provided when needed. 

Every First and Third Tuesday of the 

month from 1 Feb 1:30 - 4:30 

Leader: June Rodden 9402 4550 

Bookings: Julie Taylor 9958 8742 

111MF03 

READING SHAKESPEARE - THE 

COMEDY OF ERRORS 

One of William Shakespeare’s earliest 

plays. Bring a copy of the text and find 

out more about his shortest and one of his 

most farcical comedies. (4 sessions) 


Leader: Nola Fletcher 

Bookings: Marian Weston 9949 3802 

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111MF04 

SPANISH CONVERSATION**(10) 

Participants will discuss current affairs, 

participate in role-plays and presentations 

In Spanish. A good level of Spanish is 

required (vamos a Hablar Espanol). 

Each Monday from 31 Jan 2:00 - 4:00 

Leader and Bookings: Sonia Jenner 

9453 1306 

Email: sonia.jenner@gmail.com 

111MF05 

AMAZING AUSTRALIAN WOMEN 

There are so many Australian women 

whose achievements have been amazing. 

Who are they (2 sessions) 

Mondays 28 March and 4 April 

10:00 - 12:00 

Speaker: Anne Richardson 

Email: annesil@hotmail.com 

Bookings: Max Richardson 9419 8143 

FORESTVILLE 

MEMORIAL HALL 

Cnr. Warringah Rd. and Starkey St. 

Forestville. Meeting Room 2. Forest 

Coach Lines 270 from City/Belrose, 276 

from Warringah Mall/Belrose, 280 from 

Chatswood/Warringah Mall. Parking 

available. 


9451 4967 

Email: 


111MJ01 

ANCIENT PERSIA 

Explore the little known Achaemenid 

Dynasty of Cyrus, Darius and Xerxes and 

the lifestyles and culture of the people 

500BCE. The fragrances, food and carpets. 

(6 sessions) 

Each Friday from 6 May 10:30 - 12:30 

Leader: Heather Bentley 

Bookings: John Watt 9451 0900 

Email: john@wattever.com 

FORESTVILLE 

SENIOR CITIZENS 

CENTRE 

Cnr. Warringah Rd. and Starkey St. 

Forestville. Meeting Room1. Bus route 

same as for Forestville Memorial Hall. 

Parking available. 


9451 4967 

Email: 


111ME01 

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. Fridays from 4 Feb 10:30 - 12:30 

Leader and Bookings: David Synnott 

9958 6559 

Email: creativity_speaker@bigpond.com 

MANLY LIBRARY 

MEETING ROOM 

Market Place, Manly. Manly ferries from 

city, buses 155/156 from upper peninsula 

and 143/144 from Chatswood. Two hour 

free parking only. 

Venue Coordinator: Christiana Star 

9975 5051 


111MM01 

TRIGONOMETRY AND FURTHER 

CALCULUS**(8) 

This course will cover basic Trigonometry 

up to the study of radian measure and the 

trigonometric function. We will then look at 

Calculus involving the trigonometric and 

exponential functions and applications of 

Calculus to the physical world. Knowledge 

of basic Algebra and Calculus and a scientific 

calculator are needed. (11 sessions) 

Alt. Tuesdays from 25 Jan 10:00 - 12:00 

Leader and Bookings: Helen Baseley 

9905 3583 

Email: baseley@iprimus.com.au 

111MM02 

ALGEBRA**(8) 

Did you enjoy Mathematics at school and 

would like to revisit It now and perhaps be 

able to help the family with homework 

This is a series of lectures on Algebra covering 

topics such as an introduction to algebra, 

indices, factorisation, solving problems 

with equations and inequations, linear and 

quadratic functions and more. (8 sessions) 


Leader and Bookings: Helen Baseley 

9905 3583 


111MM03 

CONTENTIOUS GOVERNORS OF 

NSW**(15) 

Over the years some of our governors have 

not enjoyed the high reputation, respect and 

popularity of that of our present governor. 

This course will explore which of our past 

governors became known as “the assassin”, 

“the whistleblower”, “the crisis maker”, 

“a troublesome gentleman”, “a brave man 

not fit to be governor”, “a bohemian”, “a 

hoary lecher”. (3 sessions) 

Alt. Tuesdays from 15 Feb 

10:00 - 12:00 and repeated from 

24 May 10:00 - 12:00 

Leader and Bookings: Jack Baseley 

9905 3583 


111MM04 

IDEAS FOR AUSTRALIAN 

CITIES**(15) 

Have you ever wondered why Australian 

capital cities are located where they are 

Or, why each city has developed its own 

distinct shape, character and public image 

This course will answer these and many 

other fascinating questions about the history 

of the development of Australia’s major 

cities. (4 sessions) 

Alt. Tuesdays from 29 March 

10:00 - 12:00 

Leader and Bookings: Jack Baseley 

9905 3583 


MONA VALE 

MEMORIAL HALL 

1606 Pittwater Rd. Mona Vale. Buses 

L85/88/90 from city/upper peninsula. 


Venue Coordinator: Roy Bedford 

9944 7240 

Email: roybedford@optusnet.com.au 

111ML01 

FRENCH FOR BEGINNERS 

A course aimed at true beginners and 

those who have forgotten the French they 

once knew. 

Alt. Tuesdays from 1 Feb 10:00 - 12:00 

Leader: Joan Lawler 9979 4030 

Bookings: Beverley Gibbs 9998 0146 

111ML02 

FRENCH BEGINNERS LEVEL 2 

Learning to speak, read and write French. 

We use the text book: French Made 

Simple. 


2:00 - 4:00 

Leader and Bookings: Sarita Wright 

9970 5906 

NARRABEEN: 

TRAMSHED ARTS 

& COMMUNITY 

CENTRE 

1395a Pittwater Road, Narrabeen. Buses 

L84/85/86/88/90 from city and upper 

peninsula, buses 155/156 from Manly/ 

Church Point. Off-street parking available. 


9971 9221 


111MQ01 

CREATIVE WRITING 

We are a self help group of writers and 

each contribution is valuable, whether part 

of a chapter, short story, article or memoir. If 

time is available, contributions will be read 

and constructively discussed by all. 


Leader and Bookings: Paula Barrass 

9918 3607 

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111MQ02 

FRENCH STAGE 3**(10) 

This course concentrates on French grammar. 


Leader: Nola Fletcher 


111MQ03 

ADVANCED FRENCH 

One hour of grammar and dictation and 

one hour of French civilization, (poetry and 

literature). 


Leader and Bookings: Therese Westcott 

9913 3049 

111MQ04 

TUESDAY AT THE TRAMSHED 

A series of separate presentations on subjects 

of general Interest. 

Third Tuesday of each month 

10:00 - 12:00 Bookings not required 

Leader: Rosemary McCulloch 9913 8509 

Email:rosemary.mcculloch@bigpond.com 

1. Chinese New Year: The Year Of The 

Rabbit 

People born in this year are friendly individuals 

who enjoy the company of friends. 

Tuesday 15 Feb 

Speaker: Simon Gentry 

2. Coffee And A Migrant’s Story 

How coffee came to Australia from one 

who knows. 

Tuesday 15 March 

Speaker: George Repin 

3. Captain Cook - His Full Story 

Return visit from a very popular presenter. 

Tuesday 19 April 

Speaker: Patrick Dodd 

4. A Bowl Of Rice And A Roof Over My 

Head 

The development of a microfinance for the 

world’s poor. 

Tuesday 17 May 

Speaker: Nila Chambers 

5. Identity Fraud 

A presentation not to be missed by a Detective 

Inspector from the NSW Fraud Squad. 

Tuesday 21 June 

Speaker: Dave Christie 

111MQ05 

COFFEE & CLASSICS 

Join this friendly group in Lakeview Hall 

and listen to great classical music. As well 

as enjoying legendary performances from 

musicians from the past, we listen to many 

recordings by outstanding conductors and 

artists of our own day. For a bonus, we 

have plunger coffee and quality cookies in 

the break. 

Tuesdays 8 Feb and 8 March, then alt. 

Tuesdays from 5 April 2:00 - 4:00 

Leader and Bookings: Rosemary 

McCulloch 9913 8509 

Email: rosemary.mcculloch@bigpond.com 

111MQ06 

THE ZEN OF JAPANESE 

CULTURE**(15) 

Early Zen Buddhist monks developed 

traditional Japanese culture as a method 

of teaching and practice. It was later 

embraced by the whole community. We 

will examine traditional culture: tea, haiku, 

Ikebana etc through the monk’s eyes. The 

course will include excursions and practical 

activities. A fee will be charged to cover 

course materials. (11 sessions) 

Each Thursday from 31 March 

1:00 - 3:00 


9999 2445 


111MQ07 

MEDITATION AND RELAXATION 

Each session will start with a guided relaxation 

to release tension from the body. This 

will be followed by a brief reading or talk, 

then a short meditation. Different techniques 

for meditation will be introduced. 

Tea and a chat to finish. (8 sessions) 



9999 2445 


111MQ08 

A BRIEF HISTORY OF ETHICS**(15) 

Ethical systems vary as to their aims 

and principles. Aristotle pursues happiness, 

Hume investigates the moral sense, 

Kant’s criterion is reason, the Utilitarians’ 

is social usefulness. Nietzsche questions 

values. Levinas emphasises the Other 

and Foucault proposes an aesthetics of 

the self. (8 sessions) 


Leader: Nicole Helmy 9913 9219 

Bookings: Anne and Frank Van Asten 

9982 5409 

NEWPORT 

COMMUNITY 

CENTRE 

11-13 The Boulevarde, off Barrenjoey 

Rd, Newport. Buses L88/90 and 188/190 

from city/upper peninsula to Newport 

Bowling Club. Ample parking available. 


9970 7161 

Email: mavis.bickerton@bigpond.com 

111MC01 

THE REFORMATION 

The history and religious thought leading 

into and during the Reformation will be 

examined. This tumultuous era led to the 

schism of Western Christianity and one of 

the longest and bloodiest wars in European 

history. (7 sessions) 


1:30 - 3:30 

Leader and Bookings: Gail Ball 

9488 7844 

111MC02 

JAZZ 

A look at the various styles in jazz from the 

early days to the Cool School including 

women in jazz, music from outside the USA 

and some unusual instruments in jazz. 


2:00 - 4:00 

Leader and Bookings: Derrick Davey 

9918 6752 

111MC03 

HAVE YOUR SAY 

Why not come along and join our new discussion 

group. Share your views on health 

and social issues affecting us in 2011. 

Interactive discussion will be encouraged. 

Participants will be invited to select an 

issue for the group to consider. 


2:00 - 4:00 

Leader and Bookings: Mavis Bickerton 

9970 7161 


111MC04 

JUDAISM 

A series of three lectures by representatives 

from the NSW Jewish Board of 

Deputies. 

Bookings: Lyn Honey 9997 3292 

1. Judaism 101 

Wednesday 9 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 

Speaker: Lynda Ben-Menashe (Education 

Manager) 

2. The Jewish Experience in Australia 

Wednesday 16 March 2:00 - 4:00 

Speaker: Vic Alhadeff (CEO) 

3. Israel and the Jewish People 

Wednesday 20 April 2:00 - 4:00 

Speaker: Lynda Ben-Menashe 

111MC05 

A TALE OF THE FIRST VICE- 

REGAL FAMILY TO CALL 

AUSTRALIA HOME 

Captain Philip Gidley King (1758-1808). 

This session will look at his life, work and 

the experiences that shaped his character 

and his impact on the early colony of New 

South Wales. 

Monday 21 March 10:00 - 12:00 

Speaker: Jack Baseley 

Bookings: No booking required (Seniors 

Week) 

NEWPORT: 

PITTWATER 

PRESBYTERIAN 

CHURCH 

Cnr. Robertson Rd and Ocean Avenue, 

Newport, Buses L88/90 and 188/190 

from city/upper peninsula. 


9944 7240 


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111MN01 

RECORDER PLAYING 

A small group playing tenor, descant, treble 

and bass recorders, intermediate standard, 

playing from Renaissance music to 

Bach to modern and jazz. We would welcome 

new players 

Each Wednesday from 12 Jan 

10:30 - 12:30 

Leaders and Bookings: 

Jan Malone 9918 9126 and 

Heather Leggat 9997 3183 

WARRIEWOOD: 

NELSON HEATHER 

SENIOR CITIZENS’ 

CENTRE 

Jacksons Rd., Warriewood. Buses 

L85/88/90 from city/upper peninsula. 

Buses 156 from Manly/Church Point. 



9970 7161 


111MW01 

BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP 

All books will be selected from a wide 

range of literature, fiction, non fiction and 

biography chosen by the group. 


Leader: Barbara Fry 


111MW02 

TOPICS OF OUR TIMES**(25) 

Interactive discussion and debate on political, 

economic and social issues affecting 

Australia and the world. 


Leader: Roger Pratt 

Bookings: Moya Ward 0414 844 504 

Email: moya.ward@bigpond.com 

111MW03 

ASTRONOMY FOR BEGINNERS 

Ever looked at the night sky and wanted to 

know more about it These talks will discuss 

the solar system, stars, galaxies and 

how to locate various objects in the sky. 

No background knowledge necessary 

(7 sessions) 

Alt. Tuesdays from 8 March 1:30 - 3:30 

Leader and Bookings: Peter Kinna 

9869 1596 

Email: apkinna@bigpond.com 

111MW04 

AN OVERVIEW OF SCIENCE 

A series of lectures and discussions on 

a wide range of scientific topics by guest 

speakers. 


Leader: John Patterson 

Bookings: Idris McCalmont 9938 2927 

111MW05 

THE GOLDEN AGE OF CINEMA 

A nostalgic and interesting series screening 

features from the golden age of film 

making, that Is, the period to the early 

50’s. Members are also encouraged to 

read background material from the regular 

notes supplied, and to further their knowledge 

from other sources on film as an art 

form. 


1:30 - 4:00 

Leader: Alan Saunders 

Bookings: Beverley Edmonds 9982 6181 

111MW06 

FRENCH CONVERSATION 

Advanced conversation in French based 

on a text and tape. 


Leader: Wendy Clark 9913 9807 

Email: gac@theplanet.net.au 

Bookings: Jill Isaac 9997 1623 

111MW07 

CONTEMPORARY ISSUES 

A forum where matters of public interest 

are raised for open debate. All participants 

are free to express their views openly, and 

those who wish, may bring forward a topic 

of their choice. 

Alt. Thursdays from 13 Jan 2:00 - 4:00 

Leader: Max Rana 9452 3571 

Bookings: Marianne Van de Voorde 

9913 7968 

PRIVATE HOMES 


9944 7240 


111MH01 

TRAVEL WITH JOY (Newport) 

Now in our 11th year! A small group is invited 

to explore the world through the eyes 

and camera of a traveler interested in all 

she sees and learns of the history, culture, 

customs and life of the people. 


Leader and Bookings: Joy Chester 

9999 1299 

111MH02 

EXPLORING SHAKESPEARE 

(Avalon Beach)**(12) 

Group participation in play reading. This is a 

program to enjoy the stories and language 

of Shakespeare. We do not give lectures 

but do enjoy input from members. 


Leader and Bookings: Amy Goldsbro 

9918 5573 

111MH03 

BACH TO THE FUTURE 

(Palm Beach)**(15) 

During this year we shall consider a range 

of aspects of classical music, covering all 

genres - from chamber to symphonic, from 

plainsong to grand opera, from medieval 

to modern. All talks will be illustrated by 

recordings from the great artists. 

Alt. Fridays from 28 Jan 2:00 - 4:00 

Leader: Roger Pratt 

Bookings: Moya Ward 0414 844 504 

Email: moya.ward@bigpond.com 

111MH04 

BOOK CLUB OR PLAYREADING 

(Beacon Hill)**(10) 

People are invited to participate with either 

a book or play reading in alternate weeks. 

Interested members please phone to discuss 

further. 

Alt. Thursdays from 10 Feb 2:00 - 4:00 

Leader and Bookings: Wendy Bolton 

9939 7057 

111MH05 

PIES AND PICTURES 

(Narrabeen)**(10) 

Our friendly group meets over a lunch of 

individual beef or chicken pies specially 

ordered from a local bakery, followed by 

an outstanding movie on DVD. The Home 

Theatre has limited seating capacity and 

bookings for a place are essential. 

Alt. Sundays from 30 Jan 1:00 - 4:00 

Leader and Bookings: Bob Stubbs 

9913 8509 

Email: rjstubbs@bigpond.com 

111MH06 

ADVANCED GERMAN (Bayview) 

Some knowledge of German is necessary. 

Study material is supplied. 


Leader and Bookings: Herbert Perlich 

9997 3283 

111MH07 

JAPANESE FOR BEGINNERS 

(Bilgola Plateau)**(6) 

We will study reading and writing as well 

as conversation. If we can read the words 

then we are better able to hear, understand 

and pronounce them. We will learn 

the Japanese alphabet (both Hiragana and 

Katakana) and Kanji (Chinese characters). 

Writing these characters is excellent for our 

senior brains. Don’t be intimidated - its fun. 

Each Wednesday from 2 Feb 

10:00 - 12:00 

Leader and Bookings: Anne Radford 

9918 6761 

Email: an-rad@hotmail.com 

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