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21EXE006: Bushwalking 2
Mon 8th Mar, starting at: 09:30 AM
Leader: Dot Radings, Venue: Various
The bushwalking group will meet in the carpark behind St Joseph's Church every Monday at 9.30, then will carpool to the start of the walk (about 20 min drive). Walks will generally be somewhere in the area between Lysterfield, Ferntree Gully, Mt Dandenong and Gembrook. Expect to walk about 6-8 km each week in a time of about 1 and a half hours. There will be some rough paths. The leader will carry a basic first aid kit.
21DIS001: Australia and World History
Mon 8th Mar, starting at: 10:30 AM
Leader: Dick Bartley, Venue: Hybrid Hub MP 2
For over 10 years I have been taking Australian History at U3A. 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. U3A have developed a program for teaching Australian indigenous history pre-1788. We now have resources to provide everyone insights and understandings of the long (50,000 plus) years of the First Australians.
3. Current developments or happening in Australian History.
Participants will have the opportunity to decide on topics within this program.
21GAM001: Bridge
Mon 8th Mar, starting at: 03:30 PM
Leader: Robert Knighton, Venue: Hills Hub MP 1
Enjoy great social and mental stimulation by playing Bridge in a friendly environment! Both beginners and experts are welcome. If appropriate, lessons will be held separate from play sessions. Our emphasis is on enjoyment rather than intense competition, so come along and join us!
21EXE004: Table Tennis
Tue 9th Mar, 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 & Friday 9:30am-12:00 Noon.
21DIS005: Philosophy
Tue 9th Mar, starting at: 10:00 AM
Leader: Keith Purdie, Venue: Hybrid Hub T1 2
We discuss a wide range of philosophical issues and the thought of major philosophers from the ancient Greeks to our own times. Notes are distributed for pre-reading prior to each session. Classes consist of lecture and/or video input with ample time for discussion, including how the philosophy under consideration relates to our lives today. No formal background in philosophy is required only curiosity and openness to new ideas.
21MUS001: Musicians Sharing Group
Tue 9th Mar, starting at: 10:30 AM
Leader: Gaye Dunstan, Venue: Hills Hub Arts Space
Do you delight in the making of music? This weekly gathering aims to give musicians a chance to perform for and with each other in a non-threatening environment. Both individual and small group performances will be encouraged. Whether you have recently started playing for the first time or are picking up after a long break this may be what you have been looking for.
21EXE002: Line Dancing For Beginners (1)
Tue 9th Mar, starting at: 01:00 PM
Leader: Kathy Smith, Venue: Hills Hub MP 1 2 3
Line Dancing for beginners! Expect some gentle exercise, all kinds of music, and lots of laughs. A line dance is a choreographed dance with a repeated sequence of steps. Research has shown that dancing is really good for older adults - improving strength, cardiovascular health and muscle function, as well as increasing balance, co-ordination and memory.
21GAM002: Scrabble
Tue 9th Mar, starting at: 01:30 PM
Leader: Norma Pugh, Venue: Hills Hub T2
Scrabble is a word game which does wonders for your spelling and vocabulary. You don't have to be an expert. Beginners are very welcome!
21LIT001: Book Group
Tue 9th Mar, starting at: 01:30 PM
Leader: Jill Lightfoot, Venue: Hybrid Hub T1
Book group members read one book per month. They are chosen from Casey Cardinia Library's extensive sets of books for groups. We are required to submit a list of thirty titles each year with the library deciding which set we receive each month. Rarely do we all like or dislike a book and this leads to many interesting discussions, followed by afternoon tea.
21LAN002: German for Beginners
Tue 9th Mar, starting at: 05:00 PM
Leader: John Maguire, Venue: Hills Hub T1
Make your next European trip so much more enjoyable! Learn basic German conversation in a friendly, supportive and relaxed atmosphere! As a component of the course, you will also discover aspects of German culture and history. Whether you are completely new to German, the first language of over a hundred million Europeans, or have some previous knowledge, you will feel 'Willkommen' (welcome) in this class!
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