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Port Macquarie Hastings U3A Inc
2 Lochinvar Place
Port Macquarie
NSW 2444
phone:02 6584 4192
mail: office@pmhu3a.org.au
Web: pmhu3a.org.au or Courses

2023 Term 2

01-May-2023 to 23-Jun-2023


ENROLMENTS:


ANZAC DAY

Note that, since the 25th April is ANZAC day, we will be closed on that day.


REFUND POLICY

Unless a course is cancelled members are not eligible for a refund of course fees except in exceptional circumstances. Members requesting a refund are required to fill in a “Refund Request” form which then goes to the executive for a decision. Refunds can only be made by bank transfer.

Membership fees are not refundable.


COURSES VENUE: PMHU3A Centre unless otherwise stated.

Please consider others

PAYMENT METHODS:


Monday

Cosmology: Our Universe on a Grand Scale Tutor: Kerry Hinton

For7 weeks  OnMonday 
From:
01-May to 19-Jun  Time: 01:00 PM to 03:00 PM 

Location: Laurieton Public Lib  Places: 12 max (7 vacant)  Fee: $17.50

An introductory view of our current understanding of the Universe. Including stars, galaxies, black holes and the evolution of the Universe from birth to its far future. Note, no class long weekend, Monday 12th June. Please note this course is presented at Laurieton Public Library

This is a new course.

The Art of Storytelling Tutor: Brenda Davies

For7 weeks  OnMonday 
From:
01-May to 19-Jun  Time: 12:30 PM to 02:30 PM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 09  Places: 12 max (8 vacant)  Fee: $17.50

Storytelling has been an important part of our culture since the dawn of time. We all have lots of stories from our past experiences, but we are not all good at sharing them in an engaging way. This course explores what makes a good story and will help us all to be captivating storytellers. Bring an A4 exercise book, a pen and an open mind. Please note there is no class on the holiday 12th June.

This is a new course.

This course is closed.

Tuesday

German Conversation Tutor: Hanna Filan

For8 weeks  OnTuesday 
From:
02-May to 20-Jun  Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 04  Places: 10 max (6 vacant)  Fee: $20.00

This course is for people who would like to converse in German about everyday subjects, such as travel, past or current events. Members need to have a reasonable command of German.

This is a new course.

Introduction to Psychology Tutor: Carol Baker

For8 weeks  OnTuesday 
From:
02-May to 20-Jun  Time: 01:00 PM to 03:00 PM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 09  Places: 20 max (13 vacant)  Fee: $20.00

This Great Course with Professor C.A.Sanderson looks at the history, methods, and fundamental findings of psychology. It also introduces us to the most up-to-date 21st-century research and discoveries -- including strategies to increase our wellbeing and happiness, and improve our everyday lives. The course will extend over two terms.

This is a new course.

Line Dance to the 50's Tutor: Helen Ross

For7 weeks  OnTuesday 
From:
02-May to 20-Jun  Time: 09:30 AM to 10:30 AM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 10  Places: 30 max (20 vacant)  Fee: $17.50

A gentle line dance class to the music of the 50's with tutoring from an experienced teacher, concentrating on movement to your own ability. Please note there will be no class on 6th June

This is a new course.

Tai Chi Tutor: Eleanor Pinkerton

For8 weeks  OnTuesday 
From:
16-May to 20-Jun  Time: 12:30 PM to 01:30 PM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 10  Places: 20 max (5 vacant)  Fee: $15.00

Tai Chi is a gentle exercise programme to improve mind/body balance. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels. It also provides stress relief. Please wear loose clothing.

This is a new course.

This course is closed.

Writing Life Stories Tutor: Rita Spencer

For3 weeks  OnTuesday 
From:
09-May to 20-Jun  Time: 11:30 AM to 03:30 PM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 08  Places: 12 max (11 vacant)  Fee: $15.00

Perhaps you're interested in writing your own or someone else's; or maybe just a shorter story of one or more particular times. Perhaps you've already begun or are well into such work. These sessions will provide general guidance and will also workshop particular aspects of creative non-fiction writing.

This is a new course.

This course is closed.

Wednesday

Acting Out The Drama with Night4Murder Tutor: Robin van Loggerenberg & Janet Dawson

For8 weeks  OnWednesday 
From:
03-May to 21-Jun  Time: 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 10  Places: 12 max (10 vacant)  Fee: $20.00

The Night4Murder group is pleased to present 'Acting Out The Drama' .... a social and inclusive group course involving play acting, improvisation, voice and character development, learning lines, possible script writing AND....having fun!

This is a new course.

This course is closed.

Bridge at U3A Tutor: Rowan Ferguson

For8 weeks  OnWednesday 
From:
03-May to 21-Jun  Time: 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 05  Places: 14 max (8 vacant)  Fee: $20.00

This course is intended for those who have played bridge previously but would like a bit of revision. We will go over the basic standard American system but we can extend it when there will be benefit to the students. Emphasis will be on the bidding but we will also cover the basic principles of declarer play and defence.

This is a new course.

Learning French - a Great Courses DVD Tutor: Sue Moll

For8 weeks  OnWednesday 
From:
03-May to 21-Jun  Time: 01:30 PM to 03:30 PM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 08  Places: 11 max (0 vacant)  Fee: $20.00

We will watch two lectures per session by the Great Courses Lecturer. Members will be provided with some course notes that will help them navigate the practice elements at the end of each DVD. There will be a cost for photocopying payable to the tutor at the first class. (Cost to be advised later). All levels are welcome to enrol.

This is a new course.

Waiting list!

Thursday

The Nature of Gemstones Tutor: Gayle Sutherland

For8 weeks  OnThursday 
From:
04-May to 22-Jun  Time: 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 05  Places: 10 max (7 vacant)  Fee: $20.00

The Nature of Gemstones: the journey from Earth's depths to a jewellery showcase. Where do they come from? What are they made of? Why do we wear them? This course will answer these questions and many others.

This is a new course.

This course is closed.

Friday

Preventing Dementia Tutor: Karen Roberts

For4 weeks  OnFriday 
From:
26-May to 23-Jun  Time: 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 04  Places: 8 max (7 vacant)  Fee: $10.00

This course is based on a free online course run through the Wicking Dementia Education and Research Centre. The course start May 16. However, our first class will be May 26, then then June 2, 16, 23. You can find out more about the course by going to (https://www.utas.edu.au/wicking/preventing-dementia) and then register. If you join this U3A class, you will need to go online each week and read the content that is supplied. We will then meet each Friday to consider the content and share our understandings, ask questions etc. If you choose not to do this program as a U3A course, you are encouraged to still register to do it independently.

This is a new course.

This course is closed.

Saturday

First Aid Course Tutor: None

For1 weeks  OnSaturday 
From:
13-May to 13-May  Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 10  Places: 50 max (30 vacant)  Fee: $0.00

First Aid Course for Seniors presented by Jaime Martin from Hastings First Aid

This is a new course.

This course has finished.