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The Gateway News - an occasional newsletter for members of U3A Hawthorn
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No face-to-face classes

The COVID lockdown has been extended until midnight Thursday 19 August. When restrictions are lifted we aim to restart face-to-face courses as soon as possible within the COVID restrictions. However, it is the decision of the tutor/convenor whether to recommence or remain on Zoom. Please keep an eye on your emails for advice about individual courses. Also check your spam folder occasionally in case emails have ended up in spam
 
"Your Gateway to learning"

Phone:
9821 0282

Email:
mail@u3ahawthorn.org.au

Office Hours
Currently closed

Status of courses

  • Some courses cannot run at all, e.g. face-to-face exercise indoors and outdoors
  • Some fitness and exercise courses are running on Zoom – Flex and Stretch Yoga, Feldenkrais, Creative Movement and Dance
  • Some year-long courses are taking a break until face-to-face can resume, others are operating on Zoom. Participants have been notified by email if the course has moved to Zoom.
Courses on Zoom with spaces available

21HUM032   The Shakers  
Presenter: Peter Conlon   Monday 16 & 23 August 1.30pm

21IT0018   Understanding and Using the Internet  
Tutor: Mike Bilsborough   Thursday 19 & 26 August 11.30am

21MUS011   Jazz for Enjoyment  
Tutor: Layton Moss   Friday 1.30pm

21MUS010   The Magic of Opera  
Tutor: Sam Alfreds   Friday 1.30pm

A Zoom link will be sent out the day before for those newly enrolling in these classes.

Cancellations

21MUS015 The Saturday Matinee - Vietnam Music and Arts Saturday 28 August has been cancelled. The lockdowns have made it impossible for groups to rehearse and prepare for performances.

21HUM010   Investing Philosophies and Strategies Session 3  
Tutor: Shaun Lee   Monday 23 August, 11.30am

21OUT020  Birdwatching Walks Friday 20 August
 

Changed Dates


21SCI010    Constructing the Alice Springs – Darwin railway line   
Presenter: Alan McCann   
New date - Thursday 18 November, 1.30pm

21MUS024   Saturday Matinee – Jenny Lu & Hamish Gould   
New date – Saturday 23 October, 2.30pm Hall

Summer School Volunteers
can you lend a hand?
 

For three weeks in January, the Summer School heralds our U3A’s New Year with a diverse program of talks and activities. This program would not be successful without the efforts of a dedicated team of volunteers.

Therefore we are looking for members who can assist with the operation of the AV/microphones, etc. U3A provides a laptop with Windows 10 and Office 365 apps so if someone has experience using Powerpoint it would be particularly useful but not necessary as training/familiarisation will be provided.

If you could spare some mornings or afternoons between the 3rd and 21st of January please contact Roger Seddon at:
Mob:   0415 352 153 or
Email: rogerseddon66@gmail.com

Editor wanted



History of Warrnambool

Note from member Ian Symons:

"I have written a history of the port of Warrnambool and I'm wondering whether a suitably-qualified U3A member would be interested in editing it for me.

The book is a detailed history comprising over 200,000 words with copious footnotes.
I'm looking for someone with a history background and some experience in editing.  Some experience in self-publishing would be helpful as I'm expecting I will have to arrange and pay for publishing as the book will appeal to a very limited audience.

I'm prepared to pay the going rate for editing and possibly also preparing an index.
If you are interested, please contact me on the number below"

Thanks,
Ian Symons
0417 027 126

The EXCEL study - part 2


The EXCEL study is trialling a personalised, physical activity program with people aged between 45-80 who experience memory concerns and mild to moderate symptoms of low mood, stress or anxiety.

The study is moving into its second phase which involves a 12 week activity program tailored to the individual.

A flyer is available for download by clicking here.

To sign up for the trial click here and complete the online form.
 
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