TERM 1, 2020

Activities

Brochure

SHOALHAVEN

. ACTIVITIES BROCHURE TERM 1, 2020

U3A Shoalhaven (Third Age of Learning Inc.)

5/48 Berry Street NOWRA 2541

ABN: 85 532 879 658

Tel: (02) 4424 0216

Email: shoalhaven.uni3a@gmail.com

www.shoalhaven.u3anet.org.au

TERM 1, 2020

Monday February 10 - Friday 3 April 2020

Enrolments:ONLINE - From Wed 29 Jan. Use website address above and follow links

In the office - Thursday and Friday, January 30 and 31, between 10:30am and 2:30pm

Alternately post Enrolment, or leave in U3A letterbox 5, at the front of our Berry St building.

Office Hours:During Term: 9:30 – 12:30, Monday, Wednesday and Friday

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Eric Courtney

2020 Management Committee President: …………………………………………... Eric Courtney

Secretary: Ros Woolmer Webmaster: Peter Eales

Assistant Secretary: Jude Papesch MyU3A Administrator: Warren Mason

Treasurer: Helen Benefer Course Co-ordinators:

Assistant Treasurer: Barbara Davis Patricia Cornish Glenis Brooking

(Robyn Compton - non committee)

Assistant Publicity: Bernice Dedini Committee:

Office Logistics: Bernice Dedini Lynette Liddy Denis Simond

I feel privileged and very pleased to extend a sincere welcome to all joining our friendly U3A here in the

Shoalhaven in this new year. On behalf of our existing members, I welcome especially, those joining us for the

first time.

Our new Website is now in operation, thanks to the hard work of our IT team, particularly Peter Eales. Copy

this address into your search engine; https://shoalhaven.u3anet.org.au then go to 'Activities Brochures' page.

The term 1 program offers a wide variety of activities and courses to stimulate your mind and keep you

moving, both at manageable cost.

In our dangerous and tragic climate, mitigated so selflessly by the volunteers and professionals of our

emergency services, who also use the latest technology to warn us of the constantly changing risks likely to

effect us, it makes sense for us to take up such technology. Our Technology workshops can assist you in

getting started and learning its effective use.

Given the drastic hit to our local tourism industry, perhaps we can help in a small way by dining out more

often than ususal, as well as donating to the relief efforts that are and will be necessary.

Watch for mid-term bulletins advising of additional activities arising during term; profiling course presenters

occasionally and reporting on existing and possible future courses.

Please let non-computer user members know of these bulletins where possible, so we can avoid incurring the

time and financial costs of snail-mail and spread our message further.

Let us know your ideas that you think could increase your enjoyment of our program.

LEARNING FOR LIFE

SNEAK PEEK OF COURSES

FIND SOMETHING TO INTEREST YOU IN OUR TERM 1 PROGRAM…

A single session and, or, a series…enrol on time, as some have maximum numbers!

ART, LITERATURE P#

POTTERING with PENCILS, PAINT and PAPER MONDAY 2 NOWRA

MOSAICS MONDAY 2 HUSKISSON

CHARADES TO SHAKESPEARE TUESDAY 3 NOWRA

ART WITH CREATIVITY FRIDAY 9 NOWRA

CURRENT AFFAIRS, PHILOSOPHY

WHAT IS LIFE? WEDNESDAY 5 NOWRA

LIVING COSTS SAVINGS THURSDAY 8 NOWRA

ENTERTAINMENT, EXCURSIONS, TRAVEL

JOHN'S TRAVELS WEDNESDAY 6 NOWRA

MARGARET OLLEY EXHIBITION WEDNESDAY 5 SYDNEY

LET’S DO LUNCH THURSDAY 6 SHOALHAVEN

DIANNE’S MOVIES THURSDAY 7 NOWRA

TEA/COFFEE CLUB THURSDAY 7 NOWRA

OPERA – COSI FAN TUTTE - MOZART FRIDAY 9 BERRY

BLUE MILE WALK FRIDAY 8 WOLLONGONG

SHOALHAVEN SINGING FOR SENIORS FRIDAY 8 NOWRA

CAPITAL WEEKEND SAT/SUN 11 CANBERRA

HEALTH, SPORT

TENPIN BOWLING MONDAY 2 BOMADERRY

KEEPING THE MARBLES ROLLING MONDAY 3 NOWRA

TAI-CHI/QIGONG TUESDAY 3 NOWRA

HEALTHY DIET TUESDAY 3 NOWRA

SEATED MASSAGE WEDNESDAY 5 NOWRA

LAWN BOWLS WEDNESDAY 4 BOMADERRY

CROQUET WEDNESDAY 5 NOWRA

MAHJONG THURSDAY 6 NOWRA

PETANQUE FRIDAY 8 TERARA

BRIDGE FOR BEGINNERS FRIDAY 9 NORTH NOWRA

HISTORY, CULTURE, LANGUAGES

ITALIAN INTERMEDIATE MONDAY 2 NOWRA

FRENCH ADVANCED TUESDAY 3 NOWRA

HISTORY - CULBURRA; HUME, AUST FEDER'N TUESDAY 4 CULBURRA

GERMAN INTERMEDIATE TUESDAY 3 NOWRA

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING TUESDAY 3 NOWRA

GIOTTO'S CHAPEL ART TUESDAY 4 NOWRA

FRENCH ELEMENTARY THURSDAY 6 NOWRA

HISTORY - BERRY; “JESSIE” HICKMAN FRIDAY 8 BERRY

FRENCH INTERMEDIATE FRIDAY 9 NOWRA

ARCHAEOLOGY - PREHISTORY CAVE ART FRIDAY 9 NOWRA

HISTORY NOWRA - AUSTRALIA WW2 FRIDAY 10 NOWRA

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY

TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP MONDAY 2 NOWRA

FORENSICS TUESDAY 4 NOWRA

TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY 6 NOWRA

SCIENCE WEDNESDAY 5 NOWRA

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MONDAY

1Sessions: 8

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

10, 17, 24/2; 2,

9, 16, 23, 30/3.

9:30 - 11:30

5/48 Berry St

$32

2 Sessions: 8

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

10, 17, 24/2; 2,

9, 16, 23, 30/3.

10:00 - 1:00

Woollamia Rd

& Dent St

HUSKISSON

$32

3 Sessions: 8

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

10, 17, 24/2; 2,

9, 16, 23, 30/3.

10:30 - 12:00

Narang Rd Nowra

$10 to U3A

4Sessions: 7

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

10, 17, 24/2; 2,

& 16, 23, 30/3.

1:00 - 3:30

5/48 Berry St

$29

5 Sessions: 1

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

**Cost

9/3

1:00 - 3:00

4/48 Berry St

$10**

(also 1:00pm

WED 25/3)

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If you thought this was beyond you - think again! Modern lane technology gives

you options to facilitate your game, even if the body isn't as able as it was when

you last played.

Members who have been enjoying this activity extend a friendly invitation to the

members who are missing out, to -

come and join them for the exercise and the fun of it at S'haven City Lanes!

Single game cost $8 including shoe hire, paid by the players to the lanes' proprietor

on each day.

INTERMEDIO ITALIANO CONTINUA Facilitator: Eric Courtney

Max: 12 Members

Ci fa piacere imparare questa belle lingua!

This course is in its third year, so is unable to take beginners. New entrants will

need a good level of prior study.

The class is a self teaching group using the 'Basic Italian Grammar' text and 'Italian

for Dummies' as tools for grammar study and practical work.

Much homework is involved! NOTE; 2.5 hr session duration.

TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP Leader: Eric Courtney

Frustrated by lack of confidence and or knowledge in the use of smartphones,

tablets or computers?

Bring your portable device along to this workshop and discuss your problem/s with

other users to find solutions from our collective knowledge and experience.

**Single fee covers attendance at one or both sessions.**

Experienced users invited to come to assist (Fee-free enrolment on the day).

POTTERING with PENCIL, PAINT and PAPER

Leader: Don Bastock Max 12 Members

We are a group of friendly, creative people who get together to explore art and

engage in diverse conversation without a tutor.

We bring our own equipment and materials.

Tea, coffee and biscuits are available.

You are welcome to join us if this sounds suitable to you.

MOSAICS at Jervis Bay Maritime Museum

Leaders: Lulu Davies, Val Starling, Janice Hughes Max 22 Members

Have you ever wanted to learn Mosaics? Lulu, Val and Janice are happy to share

their knowledge of this creative activity and get you started with the basics of this

craft.

Gain hands-on experience in priming, cutting tiles, gluing and grouting your initial

simple project. Your next project/s will be limited only by your imagination.

New Members PLEASE BRING:

1. A3/A4 ply MDF board, pot/or saucer

2. Glue - good for tile gluing onto ceramics, pottery and timber/cardboard

3. Mosaics pieces e.g. tiles, crockery, shells, pebbles, glass pieces/stones

4. Bath/tea towel - for cutting/breaking tiles in.

TENPIN BOWLING Leader: Kim Cartledge

MONDAY CONT'D

6 Sessions: 8

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

10, 17, 24/2; 2,

9, 16, 23, 30/3.

1:00 - 3:00

4/48 Berry St

$42. (Includes

Manual)

TUESDAY

7 Sessions: 1

Date:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

11/2

++See left)

**(See left)

$10 to U3A

8 Sessions: 1, then weekly.

Date:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

25/2

6:30-9:00pm

Presbyterian

Church HALL,

**$10 to U3A

9 Sessions 7

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

11, 18, 25/2; 3,

17, 24 & 31/3.

1:00 - 3:00

5/48 Berry St

$29

10 Sessions: 7

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

11, 18, 25/2; 3,

17, 24 & 31/3

1:00-3:00

4/48 Berry St

$29

11 Sessions: 8

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

11, 18, 25/2; 3,

10, 17, 24, 31/3.

4:15 - 5:15

5/48 Berry St

$32

12 Sessions: 2

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

11 & 18/2

09:00-10:15

4/48 Berry St

Nil

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HEALTHY DIET Leader: Subhani Muthuthanthiri

Sabhuni is a Nutrition Counsellor with considerable experience in general and

sports nutrition assessment and planning tailored to individual needs. This course

details the value and influence of healthy eating aimed at prevention of non

communicable diseases (diabetes, hypertension, liver and kidney, hyperlipidemia)

as well as management of intolerances and allergies. It also explores food health

labelling and interpretation and will outline the counselling services Sabhuni

provides for individuals in our region.

Playing at/with roles in parlour games (charades?) or in classical theatre

(Shakespeare, Shaw) has roots in the human need to communicate reality and or

imagination. These classes build experience in the many aspects of drama/theatre.

Enjoy fun activities in parlour gamesto exploe new avenues of expression. With his

experience from over 300 theatrical productions in many different phases of

professional and community theatre, Dottore Sandy is prepared to share his love

and commitment to this endeavour.

GERMAN, INTERMEDIATE Leader: Anna Holt FORMER AND CONTINUING STUDENTS WELCOME!

Anna, an experienced and qualified former language teacher, is assisting members

to achieve a competent conversational level in this language.

The course, commenced in Term 1 2017, requires new entrants to have a good

grounding in this language. It is conducted in an informal and relaxed atmosphere

with homework necessary.FRENCH, ADVANCED Leader: Carmel Smallwood

Bonjour!  Comment allez-vous? Très bien? Bon!

Et votre français?   Un peu rouillé?

Alors ...  join our advanced French class.  What do we do? Conversations in the

target language, listening, reading, writing and regular grammar.  It is fun and much

progress is made! … some light homework is required.

This program is designed specifically for U3A members. It develops mental agility

through games and exercises using main functions of brain activity – verbal,

numerical, spatial recognition, logical thinking, short and long term memory,

creativity and lateral thinking.

Tasks are completed individually in a friendly, non-competitive environment.

Participation in prior session/s of this course is very advantageous.

Bring paper, pencil and eraser. Come prepared to have fun!!

TAI CHI / QIGONG FOR HEALTH Leader: Joanne Fabri

Arthritis can make exercise painful. This form of gentle and calming Tai Chi helps

to strengthen joints and muscles. Qigong is another form of TaiChai.

++TaiChi at 11:30am / Qigong at; 11:30am, 2:00 & 5:30pm Tuesday.

TaiChi also at 10:00 & 11:30am Wednesday (Advise U3A of day and time

session you prefer by Email to office or on Enrol Application form).++

This introductory session is for beginners; continue at $15 per session.

**At Community Gateway Centre, Cnr Berry and Plunkett Sts, Nowra.

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING Leader: Eleanor Risby

Scottish dancing is a gentle and enjoyable activity which does NOT require that

you - be of Scots descent; own a kilt (or sword) or have an accent! No partner

required. Beginners welcome.

Venue: St Andrews Church HALL. NOTE: Park and enter the Hall from

Woolworths carpark. (North St end). Entry through single black spear-top gate,

behind the Hall. Wear flat, flexible soled shoes, casual dress.

** There is a $6 charge for each weekly session after the first night.

CHARADES to SHAKESPEARE Leader: Sandy (Il Dottore) Santmyers

KEEPING THE MARBLES ROLLING Leader: Judy Potter

TUESDAY CONT'D

13 Sessions: 1

Date:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

3/3.

10:00-12:00

Community Centre

in

IRT Village

Culburra Rd

Culburra Beach

$10

14 Sessions: 4

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

11, 25/2;

10, 24/3.

10:00-12:00

5/48 Berry St

$20

15 Sessions: 1

Date:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

18/2

11:00 – 12:00

5/48 Berry St

$10

WEDNESDAY

16 Sessions: 6

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

**Cost:

19 & 26/2; 4,

11, 18 & 25/3.

1:00-3:00

See text left

$10 to U3A

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Whether you have played this great game before and would like to brush up, or

have never played, this is a chance to be taught by experienced coach, Charlie

Francis, on Bomaderry Bowling Club greens. The only requirement is flat-soled

shoes (or bare feet).

** Each Lesson fee $5; NIL for Bomaderry Bowling Club members.

HAMILTON HUME (1797 – 1873)

Hamilton Hume, a significant explorer of early Australia, was born near Parramatta

NSW. His family moved to a land grant at Appin in 1812. From the age of 12, he

began exploring the areas of Bong Bong, Berrima, Mittagong, Five Islands

[Illawarra] and the county of Argyle [Goulburn]. In 1824, Hume and William

Hovell led an expedition from Lake George [Canberra] to Geelong on Corio Bay in

Victoria, crossing the flooded Murrumbidgee River and discovering the Murray

River. Hume was an essential member of John Oxley’s 1827 expedition into

western NSW. In his 2016 book, author Robert Macklin describes Hume as ‘our

greatest explorer'.

AUSTRALIAN FEDERATION 1901

British colonies emerged on the continent of Australia throughout the nineteenth

century. Each was self-governing within the British Empire. Why did those same

colonies decide to federate and form one nation, a commonwealth? Sir Henry

Parkes, Premier of New South Wales and widely acknowledged as the ‘father of

federation’, was ably assisted by many others with the same passionate view for the

future of Britain’s colonies in Australia. A substantial issue was that of state rights

in the federation, still vigorously debated today. What legal and political processes

were used to encourage the Australian public and Queen Victoria to agree to the

unification of the states in the Australia as a Commonwealth of Australia?

FORENSICS Leader: Ken Jeffery

Ken, an experienced presenter and member of U3A Kiama, has generously offered

to present this term's course in the unavoidable absence of our usual presenter, Juan

Alvarez.

Ken brings a deep knowledge of this science which he will demonstrate in his talks

listed below by week;

W1. The OJ Simpson case in California and Graeme Thorne Case in Sydney.

W2. Ballistic evidence in the Belanglo State Forest Backpacker murders was

critical in convicting Ivan Milat.

W3. Canadian and UK cases (1 each) of Art fraud detected with use of

Forensic science .

W4. In 1991 some human remains were found in a bog outside Ekaterinburg

Russia. Were they the Romanov family remains of the last Tsar?

GIOTTO'S CHAPEL ART REVOLUTION Presenter: Patrick DeGabriele

In 1305 the great Italian master frescoed the Scrovegni Chapel in Padua and

changed the face of European art forever. This humble son of a shepherd rose to

become the greatest of artists, and his introduction of humanity, realism and

movement into painting continues to influence the way we see the world. This

illustrated talk will focus on his masterpiece in its social and artistic context, and

attempt to explain why it’s still regarded as both important and very beautiful.

LAWN BOWLS Leader: Charlie Francis

HISTORY AT CULBURRA Leader: Lloyd Pitcher

WEDNESDAY CONT'D

17 Sessions: 1

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

**Cost:

26/2.

8 am-6 pm

8:17 am Train

Ex Bomaderry

$10 to U3A

18Sessions: 1

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

1/4

9:30 – 12:30

Nowra

Showground.

$10 to U3A

19Sessions: 6

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

19, 26/2; 4,

11, 18 & 25/3.

10:00 – 12:00

5/48 Berry St

$26

20 Sessions: 7

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost

12, 19, 26/2; 11,

18, 25/3 & 1/4.

10:00 – 12:00

4/48 Berry St

$29

21 Sessions: 4

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

19/2; 4, 18/3; 1/4.

1:00-3:00

5/48 Berry St

$20

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Each of us has a life’s journey from cradle to grave. We inherit a world in which

we grow up, play many roles and build a legacy in a changing world.

Staying alive requires maintaining health and responding to changing environments

constantly. Life involves biology, body, mind (imagination. meaning, purpose and

the greater good), experiences, choices, family and other relationships, learning,

work, play, needs, desires, emotions including love and compassion, community,

perceptions, concepts of self and more.

How do I know I am alive? Who am I? What happens when I die?

SEATED MASSAGE Leader; Sandy (Il Dottore) Santmyers

This course is intended for those in a caring relationship wishing to give and

receive, a 15-20 minute relaxing and stress relieving, fully clothed massage,

anywhere at any time.

A brief review of the anatomical structure of the neck, back and shoulders will

serve as the basis for this hands on learning experience.

Show your partner that you really do care in a practical way by helping them enjoy

15 minutes of healing touch and relief from the tensions of the day.

Requirements;

1. A comfortable bed pillow,

2. A caring attitude.

3. Comfortable clothing including slacks.

SCIENCE Leader: Graeme Warnock

This segment, with its popular and enthusiastic presenter, answers all... well most,

of your scientific queries.

Graeme unravels the intricacies of the scientific world in a clear and lucid manner

on the assumption there are no stupid questions but there are logical answers to

most questions.

MARGARET OLLEY EXHIBITION Leader: Denis Simond

In celebration of Margaret Olley's generosity to various public galleries in

Australia, this exhibition is being held at the National Trust S H Ervin Gallery and

features over 70 works from collections in Queensland, NSW, the ACT and

includes works by European masters, Australian artists and ceramics from Papua

New Guinea.

National Trust S H Ervin Gallery, Watson & Millers Pt Rds, The Rocks.

Admission ($12 Adult, $10 Conc), Meals and Refreshments at own expense.

Depart Wynyard Stn at 3:15pm to arrive At Bomaderry at 6:15pm.

CROQUET Leaders: Anne & John Woods

Max: 20 Players

Enjoy a complimentary Morning Tea and learn about Croquet.

Take this opportunity to get a feel for this interesting game, with roots going back

to medieval times. It provides beneficial exercise, a moderate level of competitive

strategy in the pleasant outdoors and is great for couples and singles alike.

Wear flat shoes (no sandals), a hat and slacks,

(no skirts, as they limit freedom to swing a mallet).

We have regular BBQs and a lot of fun at our green,

located inside the main gates of the Nowra Showground.

WHAT IS LIFE?

Leader: Allan Moore Max: 15 members

WEDNESDAY CONT'D

22 Sessions: 1

Date:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

4/3

1:00-3:00

5/48 Berry St

$10

23 Sessions: 1

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

25/3

1:00 - 3:00

4/48 Berry St

$10

(also 1pm

MON 9/3)

THURSDAY

24 Sessions: 7

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

13, 20, 27/2; 5,

19, 26/3 & 2/4.

9:30 - 11:30

5/48 Berry St.

$29

25 Sessions: 4

Dates:

Time:

Cost:

20/2; 5 &

19/3: 2/4.

12:00

$18 for year.

26 Sessions: 6

Date:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

27/2; 5, 12, 19,

26/3 & 2/4.

10:00 - 12:00

4/48 Berry St

$26

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The Lunch Club enjoys social interaction at a variety of local dining venues

fortnightly and through the school holidays. Lunch is at your own cost. Guests

are invited occasionally.

Participants will be emailed on venues.

MAHJONG Leader: John Coghlan

WHY DO THIS COURSE?

Mahjong has long been popular with people in China and other Asian countries.

Now it is becoming a popular pastime all over the world. In addition to being a fun

way to pass the time and socialise, mahjong is also a great way to support healthy

aging. Mahjong keeps your mind sharp. It is a mentally stimulating game that

requires you to use multiple parts of your brain, with logic, risk-management, quick

decision-making, pattern recognition and problem solving.

If you have a mahjong set, please bring it along.

Royal National Park Coastal Walk

This time two years ago, I did a spontaneous walk in the Royal National Park. I

took 2 days to cover the 26km from Otford to Bundeena. I thought I'd show you

some of the highlights to encourage you to have a go too.

Tibet in 1984

I spent 3 months in China, travelling independently, including a month in Tibet and

was fortunate to get a permit to visit Lhasa. Through my photos, you will see that I

got a lot out of meeting the friendly Tibetans, seeing some of the beautiful

countryside (although rugged) and learning about some of their customs (spiritual).

TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP Leader: Eric Courtney

Frustrated by lack of confidence and or knowledge in the use of smartphones,

tablets or computers?

Bring your portable device along to this workshop and discuss your problem/s with

other users to find solutions from our collective knowledge and experience.

**Single fee covers attendance at one or both sessions.**

Experienced users especially invited to assist (No fee enrolment on the day).

ELEMENTARY FRENCH

Tutor: Alan Madge Max 12 Members

This course commenced in Term 3, 2019 and was oversubscribed but may be able

to take a few new entrants with a good French background. Students will need to

acquire the 'French for Dummies' (Ed 2) text which will be supplemented by

handouts and Audio Visual resources (eg., YouTube).

Participants will need to do at least two hour's homework per week.

LET’S DO LUNCH Leader: Sue Reeves

JOHN'S TRAVELS Presenter: John Davis

THURSDAY CONT'D

27 Sessions: 6

Cost:

Venue:

Term fee $17

5/48 Berry St.

Date:

Time:

13/2

1:00 pm

Date:

Time:

20/2

1:00 pm

Date:

Time:

27/2

1:00 pm

Date:

Time:

5/3

1:00 pm

Date:

Time:

12/3

1:00 pm

Date:

Time:

19/3

1:00 pm

28 Sessions: 4

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

13 & 27/2;

12 & 26/3.

10 am

See Text

$14 for year.

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Capturing seven oscars; best actor, best picture and best director, this film is about

two priests who simply can not agree and stars Bing Crosby, Barry Fitzgerald and

Jean Heather with many more directed by Leo McCarey. It is filled with music

including such classics as Ave Maria, Swinging on a Star and more. A must see

film to make you feel much better about life.

COFFEE CLUB Leaders: Glenis Brooking, Sue Otter

Been house bound too long? New to our region? Suddenly alone?

Meet and socialise over a 'cuppa' fortnightly with your local peers at the Tea Club

Café, 46 Berry St (almost next door), at least for the first two

sessions and then at venues the group determines from time to time.

This program will continue through the school holidays also.

Based on the story of George M Cohan, this musical will have you smiling from

beginning to end. James Cagney is so cocky and such a wonderful dancer that you

feel yourself grinning with pleasure at his routines. Joan Leslie, Walter Huston and

Richard Whorf also feature in this not to be missed oldie but goodie directed by

Michael Curtiz.

Father Goose 118m 1964

Under Ralph Nelson's direction, this proved to be one of Cary Grant funniest roles

as a beachcomber who is recruited to be a coastwatcher on a South Pacific island

during WW11. During an enemy attack he answers a distress call and discovered a

French school teacher (Leslie Caron) with seven girl students, that is when a

hilarious battle of the sexes between a messy American, a prim mademoiselle and

seven mischievous little girl begins.

Going In Style 92m 2017

Morgan Freeman Michael Caine and Alan Arkin starred under Zach Braff's

direction in one of the best comedies of its year. Three pensioners; Willie, Joe and

Al team up as to buck retirement and step off the straight and narrow, having

become casualties of the corporate world. They risk everything by embarking on a

daring bid to knock off the very bank that hoodwinked them out of their money.

Going My Way 126m 1971

John is undergoing a medical refurb this term so

Dianne has agreed to look after our movie addicts.

Now for the usual mix of quality films.

Bring your lunch and or cake to eat during the show.

Complimentary lollies sweeten the experience……so don't miss out!!!

Witness 108m 1985

Dir., Peter Weir. Starring Harrison Ford and Kelly McGillis.

An Amish women and her son are caught up in the murder of an undercover agent.

Their saviour turns out to be a hardened detective John Book (Harrison Ford). The

end result is an action-packed struggle of life and death - a must see.

Two Weeks Notice 97m 2002

From the writer and star of the smash hit Miss Congeniality comes this irresistible

comedy giving new meaning to the term 'workplace relations'. Marc Lawrence

directed Sandra Bullock and Hugh Grant in a funny, sexy and sassy tale about

opposites attracting and love at last glance.

Yankee Doodle Dandy 126m 1936

DIANNE'S MOVIES Leader: Dianne Wurr

THURSDAY CONT'D

29 Sessions: 1

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

12/3

10:00 - 12:00

5/48 Berry St

$10

FRIDAY

30 Sessions: 1

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

27/3

8:00am-3:00pm

8:17am Train

Bomaderry

$10

31 Sessions 1

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

3/4

10:00 - 12:00

410 Comerong Rd

NUMBAA

$10

32 Sessions 1

Date:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

14/2

10:30 - 12:30

Snr Cits Cntr

39 Berry St

Nowra

$10

33 Sessions: 1

Date:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

13/3

10:00 - 12:00

Uniting Church

Wesley Hall

77 Albert St

BERRY

$10

34 Sessions: 8

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

14, 21, 28/2; 6, 13,

20, 27/3; & 3/4.

9:30 - 12:00

5/48 Berry St

$32

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HISTORY AT BERRY Leader: Lloyd Pitcher

ELIZABETH JESSICA [“JESSIE”] HICKMAN

“The Lady Bushranger” was born at Burraga NSW in 1890.

At the age of eight, her parents separated. Jessie was placed with Hyland’s Vice-

Regal Circus, a travelling horse show, at Burraga.

She later attained fame as a roughrider. After several brushes with the law, she had

a boy to Ben Hickman, who wanted to marry her and settle down. But Jessie

wanted a life in the Wollemi wilderness, near her brother in Kandos.

She built a small farm in the Widden Valley and kept a cave hideout on Nullo

Mountain. Jessie stole property, horses and cattle until her death from a brain

tumour in Muswellbrook NSW in 1936.

ART WITH CREATIVITY Facilitator: Eric Courtney

This course has now developed into a continuing activity for those who have

attended part or all of the course since its inception in Term 1, 2018 and is now

unable to take in beginners. However, if you have basic art skills and experience

and are looking for a supportive environment in which to practise and develop, you

are welcome to join.

Course members need to work on a mutually supportive basis, sharing ideas and

suggestions and critiquing each others' works as requested.

BLUE MILE WALK Leaders: Joyce wall & Mollie Robinson

The 3.5km Wollongong Blue Mile walk now follows The Tramway, accessed by a

long but gradual stairway, along the waterfront. There is an easy climb up to the

Lighthouse then on to the Golf Club for lunch (at own expense). Joyce and Molly

have 'walk-tested" (at a leisurely pace) the route and got to the club a little before

noon. MAX 20 Members.

PETANQUE Leader: Albert Forgan

Boost your Vitamin D and enjoy healthy, gentle exercise by learning this fun game,

played with 3 metal boules and a wooden jack.

Feel the pleasure as you acquire the skills of this historic game. It originated in

France and is for singles, doubles or triples. Bring your own boules set if you have

one, but it is not essential.

SHOALHAVEN SINGING FOR SENIORS Leader; Judy Potter

The benefits of music and singing are well known, especially as we age. Through

the shared joy of singing we aim to promote wellness in ageing, improve health and

reduce social isolation by providing the opportunity for dementia and non dementia

participants to make meaningful connections with others in the community. All

your favourite tunes available!

Continues weekly. Gold coin donation for morning tea.

LIVING COSTS SAVINGS Leader: Letitia Jackson

The NSW Government is helping ease the cost of living with more than 70 rebates

and savings available. Come and meet Letitia from Services NSW who will explain

how you can access these rebates and save!

Those who are keen to access any or all of these rebates can book for a free follow-

up one hour session where Letitia will do most of the paperwork needed for you.

FRIDAY CONT'D

35 Sessions: 2

Dates:

Time:

Venue:

Cost:

28/2 & 13/3.

1:00 - 3:00

Wesley Hall

Berry Uniting

Church

77 Albert St

Berry

On site parking

$14

36Sessions: 7

Date:

Time:

Venue:

Cost

14, 21, 28/2;

6, 20, 27/3 & 3/4.

1:00 - 3:30

5/48 Berry St

$29

37 Sessions: 1

Date:

Time:

Venue:

Cost

13/3

1:00 - 3:00

5/48 Berry St

$10

38Sessions: 8

Date:

Time:

Venue:

Cost

7, 14, 21, 28/2;

6, 13, 20, 27/3.

9:30 - 12:00

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$32

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FRENCH, INTERMEDIATE Leader: Alan Madge

Max: 12 members

This course has progressed to around year 11 high school standard and is now only

open to applicants with Intermediate French.

The first hour of each session is spent on conversational and aural (listening) skills.

After a 30 minute break, study covers French structure and grammar using

intermediate text and introductory French literature.

Homework is an essential element!

PREHISTORY OF ART Leader: Peter Bindon

Archaeologists seem to discover new occurrences of cave art all around the world

with great regularity. This talk examines some of the most recent finds and

discusses the theories of the evolution of art in its various contexts. It looks at many

of the newest discoveries and outlines the difficulties of dating the artworks

themselves.

BRIDGE FOR BEGINNERS Leader: Lydia Adams

Max: 12 members

Have you ever wondered what the game of Bridge is all about?

Over the 8-week course, conducted by experienced teacher and player, Lydia

Adams, you will learn the basics of this very popular and interesting game. It is a

very good way to keep the brain active and to make new friends. Some knowledge

of card playing is advisable but certainly not necessary.

A recommended teaching manual (cost $20) will be available for purchase. Lessons

will be held at the North Nowra Community Centre, the home of Nowra Bridge

Club, in Hood Close, behind the shopping centre,.

So come along and try your hand (and brain) at the best card game of all.

OPERA AT BERRY Leader: Eric Courtney

COSI FAN TUTTE Co-sponsored by Kiama/Shoalhaven U3A's

Due to personal reasons, Vincent, our Italian Opera interpreter, is unable to be with

us this term.

Mozart seemed a worthwhile composer to provide an exhilarating operatic

experience. While, at first acquaintance, this work seems to have a rather politically

incorrect (these days) story line, it comes to a philosophically worthy ending. First

performed in 1790, its initial run (in Vienna) cut short by the death of the emperor

Joseph II, it had another five performances in that year but subsequently

disappeared from the operatic repertoire.

But, of course, the music is absolutely exquisite! Many of the work's arias will

reach into your emotions and your heart, even without a full translation of the

words. There is a good level of English subtitles in this performance. The staging

and acting are quite enchanting, with a delightful and substantive interpretation of

the role of Despina, one of the co-conspirators in the plot.

The work is in two acts, lending itself nicely to our two session presentation.

FRIDAY CONT'D

39 Sessions: 4

Cost: $20

Venue:

Date:

Time:

CWA Hall

39 Berry St

Nowra

21/2

10:00-12:00

Date:

Time:

6/3

10:00-12:00

Date:

Time:

20/3

10:00-12:00

Date:

Time:

3/4

10:00-12:00

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HISTORY NOWRA Leader: Lloyd Pitcher

AUSTRALIA'S WW2

SUBMARINES AROUND AUSTRALIA

World War II came to Australia in 1942. Both Japan and Germany attacked

Australian shipping in an effort to reduce Australia’s contribution to the Allies’

cause. This presentation looks at the impact of mines and submarine attacks on

Australian harbours and shipping. The Australian public had little idea of the war

being fought so close to home.

DARWIN BOMBED!

On Thursday 19 February 1942, Japanese forces made two bombing attacks on the

town of Darwin. The Australian Federal government censored the news of the

attacks. Peter Grose (2009) wrote this was the deadliest single event ever to take

place on Australian soil. We explore the Japanese motives for the attacks, the roles

of the USA and Britain in the 1930s and examine details of the two attacks.

Extensive damage was caused to Darwin Harbour and Town along with the RAAF

station. The aftermath, as civil and military order collapsed, was described as “a

shambles on a gigantic scale” and a shameful episode in Australia’s history.

Shocked Australians realised they were no more stoic or heroic than any other

people. Today, Darwin has fully recovered from the 1942 Japanese attacks (despite

Cyclone Tracy in 1974) and is a thriving city. How do we remember the bombing

of Darwin?

SYDNEY HARBOUR ATTACKED!

Since 26 January 1788, Sydney New South Wales had been aware of the possibility

of attacks by foreign nations. Its isolated position as a far-flung outpost of the

British Empire contributed to these fears. After the 1870 withdrawal of British

garrison troops, Sydney focused on its defensive harbour fortifications. The

American naval base at Pearl Harbour in Hawaii was attacked by Japanese forces

on 7 December 1941. On 8 December 1941, Australian Prime Minister Curtin

declared war on Japan. Japan bombed Darwin in February 1942. Sydney became

part of the war on 31 May 1942 when three Japanese midget submarines entered

Sydney Harbour to sink Allied shipping. On 08 June, Japanese submarines off the

coastline shelled Sydney and Newcastle. In November 2006, a surprising find was

made by divers off Bungan head, on Sydney’s northern beaches. We explore the

details of these attacks and the response of the military and civilians in Sydney and

in Newcastle.

THE COWRA BREAKOUT

At 1:50 am on Saturday 5 August 1942, a bugle sounded in Prisoner of War Camp

Number 12 in the country town of Cowra. 1,154 Japanese POW’s surged out of

their huts and attempted to break out of B Compound then through the perimeter

fences. Many were killed by the Australian garrison and many committed ritual

suicide. It took 10 days to round up the surviving escapees. No civilians were killed

or injured and there was no looting or pillaging. Government censorship suppressed

this news until 1965. We examine the types of prisoners in the camp and the

reasons for their escape attempt. Today, Cowra has the only war cemetery outside

Japan containing Japanese soldiers. It also has a Japanese Cultural Centre, a World

Peace Bell as well as the largest Japanese Garden in the southern hemisphere,.

Cowra is now designated a ‘Centre of World Friendship’.

SATURDAY, SUNDAY

40 Sessions: 7

Date:

Time:

Date:

Time:

Accomm

Cost;

SAT 4/4

From 8:00am

SUN 5/4

to 6:30pm

Pavilion Hotel

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CAPITAL WEEKEND in CANBERRA MAX: 10 Leader: Lloyd Pitcher

This tour visits the following venues and exhibitions;

1. National Gallery Aust - Matisse/Picasso Works.

2. National Portrait Gallery.

3. Parliament House.

4. Botanic Garden.

5 Australian War Memorial.

6. National Library.

7. National Museum.

Members must agree to carry only 1 airline cabin bag/backpack and MUST agree to

wear the vehicle seatbelt for the FULL duration of the bus travel.

The cost quoted includes admission charges to the various venues as well as the

transport from Nowra, to, around and from Canberra back to Nowra. Hotel

accommodation including breakfast is also included, but all other meals and

refreshments are at own cost.

** COST;

Partners sharing must enrol separately, paying $299.00 each,

(Twin share Total of $598.00).

Single travellers pay $369.00.

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