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22CRA002: Needlework

Mon 5th Dec, starting at: 09:30 AM

Leader: Pepe Pugh, Venue: Hills Hub T 1 2

If it requires a needle (knitting or sewing type) this is your group! Knitting Cross Stitch Tapestry Embroidery and Crochet are all embraced. This is an informal group where you can work on your own projects. Dig out any unfinished projects that have been in a cupboard for years & bring them along. You don't have to be an expert. Beginners welcome.

22DIS002: Current Affairs

Mon 5th Dec, starting at: 10:30 AM

Leader: Dick Bartley, Venue: Hills Hub T 1 2

This class is not only about discussing current events but also to do some research into a topic. The intention is for the class to develop a list of topics that they would like to examine. Each participant to undertake some background reading and during class participation present and discuss the facts. Given we will from time to time discuss issues that people feel strongly about, the objective is to present various arguments which participants can consider. Hopefully, we can all learn more and become better informed about a current issue. We also hope to utilise various media options (radio interviews, Slow TV, iView) as a basis for input on various topics.

22EXE003: Table Tennis (Tuesdays)

Tue 6th Dec, starting at: 09:30 AM

Leader: Linda Andrews, Venue: Hills Hub MP 1 2 3

We are a very enthusiastic group of players whose aims are fitness and fun. We laugh as hard as we play. You don't have to play at Olympic standard to join us. Classes are held every Tuesday 9:30am-12:00 Noon.

22ART009: History of Rock

Wed 7th Dec, starting at: 01:00 PM

Leader: Jon Snyder, Venue: Hills Hub MP 3

Join us as we look at the emergence of rock n roll in the mid 1950’s and its development through to the 1980’s. We will also look back pre-1955 to styles that contributed to rock, including mainstream popular music, blues, jazz, rhythm and blues, and country and western. We will look at important milestones, including significant musicians, performers, song writers, record companies and producers, technological innovation, and so on.

22EXE005: Yoga

Thu 8th Dec, starting at: 09:30 AM

Leader: Ray Schmidt, Venue: Hills Hub MP 3

Yoga is an old discipline from India. It is both spiritual and physical. Yoga uses breathing techniques, exercise, and meditation. It claims to improve health and happiness.

22MUS004: Music Jamming

Thu 8th Dec, starting at: 02:00 PM

Leader: Paul Bianco, Venue: Hills Hub Foyer

This activity is an opportunity to give like-minded members an opportunity to get together, jam and have fun. It is to be an informal gathering around the grand piano at the Hub, with a few guitars, a ukulele or two and who knows, sharing songs selected by the members of the group.

The group will meet from 2pm to approximately 4pm on the 2nd Thursday each month.

22EXE004: Table Tennis (Fridays)

Fri 9th Dec, starting at: 09:30 AM

Leader: Linda Andrews, Venue: Hills Hub MP 1 2 3

We are a very enthusiastic group of players whose aims are fitness and fun. We laugh as hard as we play. You don't have to play at Olympic standard to join us. Classes are held every Friday 9:30am-12:00 Noon.

22ART001: Art: Open-Medium

Fri 9th Dec, starting at: 01:00 PM

Leader: Iain Johnson, Venue: Hills Hub MP 1

Join and explore with us, Art: Open-Medium such as Water-Colour, Oil, Acrylics and Pastels to list a few. Hands on with special emphasis on developing one's own style. Show and tell at the beginning of each class to openly critique each other's work and constructively comment and debate the merits of each work.

22DIS001: Australia and World History

Mon 12th Dec, starting at: 10:30 AM

Leader: Dick Bartley, Venue: Hills Hub T 1 2

This year, we have the option to explore:
(1) A history of the world. This includes major events that made an impact on the lives of people, nations and the progress of the world;
(2) In terms 3 and 4, we will be offering an Indigenous history pre-1788. The program will include where the first Australians originally came from, aboriginal peoples and their cultures, how they adapted to the changes in environment, Torres Strait islander peoples and their cultures, the Dreaming, Mungo Lady and Mungo Man and more.
We will spend some time exploring the history of the Kulin Nation. A major topic will be exploring how the First Australians managed the land. Here we will be using Bruce Pascoe's book "Dark Emu" and Bill Gummage's "The Greatest Estate on Earth".

22EXE003: Table Tennis (Tuesdays)

Tue 13th Dec, starting at: 09:30 AM

Leader: Linda Andrews, Venue: Hills Hub MP 1 2 3

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2023 U3A Emerald Courses Handbook now available to download

Hot off the press for 2023! You can download a preview of next year’s (2023) courses Handbook by clicking here. Please note: Enrolments will commence at 10:00am on 6th December, 2022. (More details to follow.)

Emerald’s Come Sit By Me Project

“Come Sit By Me” is a project supported by the Emerald Village Association for seniors to share hobbies and interests with young students.Pass on a skill or hobby to a young student, and in return learn a bit about how they pass the time! 4 weeks on a Thursday afternoon, 11.30am to 3.00pm10th, 17th, 24th

Passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II a Condolence Book has been made available for signing at Government House Victoria. If you would like to sign the Condolence Book, there will be an opportunity for you to do so at the front gates of Government House daily, between 8am and 6pm. From Tuesday 13

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