U3A Cairns provides a nurturing environment where over 50’s can learn new skills, share their knowledge with others & have a social interaction with other members Welcome to new members and previous members who have recently rejoined: Larry Miller, Gordon Stafford, Alana Channells, Jan Calahan, Evelyn Lewiston, Thea Verstegen, Alan Barber, Anna Maruna, Annette Eastwood, Ian Buchanan, Peter Miller, Barbara McLucas, Helen Fox, Meryl Chard, Margaret Stewart, Jeanette & Jim Lidstone, Belinda Cook, Leah Momsen, Bruna McDowell, Cheryl Howell, Susan Beer, Heather Barker, Jan Carr, Maxwell Alpen, Gael Campbell, Emma Jagger, Di Myers, Robyn Ryan, Maz Cash and Alberta Jenkin. U3A CLOSED Monday 5 th October; THE PRESIDENT’S DESK September has brought a few changes, springtime, hot weather and a new U3A committee. We are welcoming some new faces with fresh ideas whilst pleased to retain some experienced members too. Exciting new projects are in the pipeline and we’ll keep you posted. For your ideas and comments there is a Suggestion Box in the reception area or e-mail our secretary: [email protected]WELCOME AFTERNOON TEA For New Members 7th October 2.00pm at U3A. RSVP to The Office by 2 nd October 4051 0400 Meet the committee and get to know the opportunities that U3A Cairns provides. NAME BADGES - Name badges required for all classes & activities. MEMBERSHIP FORMS - Available at The Office. Please encourage your friends to join. BULLETIN DEADLINE Thursday 20 th September or earlier – VIP 100 word max. Editor: Rosalind Baker [email protected]om BULLETIN POSTAGE A major expense for U3A. It would help if you opted to collect your bulletin from The Office or provide your email . BACKGAMMON 19 th October 3pm. Severin Hall. Convenor Rosalind Baker: 0402 017 243 [email protected]WELLNESS COURSE Fridays, Starts Friday 9 th October then every Friday 2– 3pm, Severin Hall Interactive classes to explore new healthy options. Nutrition, exercise, healthy minds and alternative medicines. Tutor: Karen Leitch 0475 961 619 - Convenor: Chris Payze SPANISH BEGINNERS CONVERSATION Monday 12 th October 9am and weekly from thereon. Convenor: Yeoey Damon 40537866 EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST to hear Leo Guanghui speak on his recent trip to his home Province of Henan, China. His talk will be about the local culture and traditions of Henan Province. CLASS CO-ORDINATOR Yeoey Damon 4053 7866 Bulletin 129 Mulgrave Rd (PO Box 6915) CAIRNS, QLD, 4870 p: 07 4051 0400 e: [email protected]w: www.u3acairnsinc.org.au October 2015 DIARY DATES & GENERAL BUSINESS CO-ORDINATOR’S CORNER
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U3A Cairns provides a nurturing environment where over 50’s can learn new skills, share their
knowledge with others & have a social interaction with other members Welcome to new members and previous members who have recently rejoined: Larry Miller, Gordon Stafford, Alana Channells, Jan Calahan, Evelyn Lewiston, Thea Verstegen, Alan Barber, Anna Maruna, Annette Eastwood, Ian Buchanan, Peter Miller, Barbara McLucas, Helen Fox, Meryl Chard, Margaret Stewart, Jeanette & Jim Lidstone, Belinda Cook, Leah Momsen, Bruna McDowell, Cheryl
Howell, Susan Beer, Heather Barker, Jan Carr, Maxwell Alpen, Gael Campbell, Emma Jagger, Di Myers, Robyn Ryan, Maz Cash and Alberta Jenkin.
U3A CLOSED Monday 5th October;
THE PRESIDENT’S DESK September has brought a few changes, springtime, hot weather and a new U3A committee. We are welcoming some new faces with fresh ideas whilst pleased to retain some experienced members too. Exciting new projects are in the pipeline and we’ll keep you posted. For your ideas and comments there is a Suggestion Box in the reception area or e-mail our secretary: [email protected] WELCOME AFTERNOON TEA For New Members
7th October 2.00pm at U3A. RSVP to The Office by 2nd
October 4051 0400 Meet the committee and get to know the opportunities that U3A Cairns provides.
NAME BADGES - Name badges required for all classes & activities. MEMBERSHIP FORMS - Available at The Office. Please encourage your friends to join. BULLETIN DEADLINE Thursday 20th September or earlier – VIP 100 word max. Editor: Rosalind Baker [email protected] BULLETIN POSTAGE A major expense for U3A. It would help if you opted to collect your bulletin from The Office or provide your email .
BACKGAMMON 19th October 3pm. Severin Hall. Convenor Rosalind Baker:
Fridays, Starts Friday 9th October then every Friday 2–3pm, Severin Hall
Interactive classes to explore new healthy options. Nutrition, exercise, healthy minds and alternative medicines. Tutor: Karen Leitch 0475 961 619 - Convenor: Chris Payze SPANISH BEGINNERS CONVERSATION Monday 12th October 9am and weekly from thereon. Convenor: Yeoey Damon 40537866 EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST to hear Leo Guanghui speak on his recent trip to his home Province of Henan, China. His talk will be about the local culture and traditions of Henan Province. CLASS CO-ORDINATOR Yeoey Damon 4053 7866
Bulletin 129 Mulgrave Rd (PO Box 6915) CAIRNS, QLD, 4870
U3A Cairns Inc. Page 2 COMMITTEE MEMBER OF THE MONTH Merril Molloy, Our New U3A Secretary Merril has gallantly taken on this new challenge with a smile and time for everyone.
BOOK CLUB – TWO Monday 5th October 10–12pm, Mulgrave Room. We meet regardless of the holiday. True Spirit by Jessica Watson s the story of the sixteen year old Australian girl who sailed solo, non-stop, and unassisted
around the world. Her book takes us from her childhood and her dream of sailing around the globe all the way to the completion of her epic journey, when she sailed triumphantly into Sydney Harbour. Her story is inspirational to young people everywhere. It is such an exciting account but when she was out there alone many of us were worried for her safety. Convenor: Merril Molloy 4058 1809. BOOK CLUB – THREE Date: Monday 5th October 1.15 - 3pm, Mulgrave Room
Manhattan 1996: The trial of the Vanderbilt claimant is finally coming to an end. The case has been seeking to establish whether or not a man is the son of this fabulously wealthy family. The Claimant is a brilliant reworking of
the Tichborne case, which made headlines in both the British and Australian Press in the late nineteenth century. Convenor: Jill Greaves 4051 1765 BOOK CLUB – FOUR
2nd Monday 12th Oct. 1.15-3pm Scott Room The Book Thief by Markus Zusak It is 1939 in Nazi Germany. By her brother’s graveside, Liesel’s
life is changed when she picks up The Gravedigger’s Handbook. Left there by accident, it is her first act of book thievery. So begins a love affair with books and words, as Liesel, with the help of her accordion-playing foster father, learns to read. Soon she is stealing books from Nazi book-burnings, the mayor’s wife’s library and wherever there are books. Convenor: Jac Waters 4045 3336 BRIDGE - BEGINNERS
Mondays. 9:30-12pm, Scott Room. The formal lesson set was completed and beginners now develop as they play in a
friendly & supportive environment. Others can play too. The next set of 16 beginners' lessons will commence early in 2016; register your interest by contacting the U3A reception, to be notified when the lesson is scheduled. Convenor: Garry McGregor 4032 1616.
BRIDGE – CASUAL Mondays 9.30 -12pm, Mulgrave Room. New members welcome.
Convenor: Joan 4059 1681 Or Pat 0434 263 365
BRIDGE – INTERMEDIATE Fridays 9 - 12pm. Scott Room, Cost $4.00 Learn the popular conventions
and you will improve your bidding and judgment in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Convenor: Lai Knight 4054 3794.
CLASSES & ACTIVITIES
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BROADBAND FOR SENIORS Tuesdays 9:30-12pm. Library. This program trains members and others in the use of the internet and the setting up and
sending of e-mails. Time for Q&A. To join the program or for a refresher please book preferably by e-mail: Convenor: Chuck [email protected] or 4032 5522
CARDS AND GAMES Mondays.1 – 4pm, Severin Hall. A fun afternoon of cards & table games. Enjoy afternoon tea with your fellow members.
Convener: Doris Fleischmann 4039 4981 CARDS IN PUBLISHER 4th Friday, 30th October, 10 –12pm, Library. We have only four computers - if you can bring your own laptop you’re welcome to join. Convenor Carol Rothwell: [email protected] or phone front office 4051 0400 CHARLES DICKENS DISCUSSION GROUP
First Friday of the month. 12.30 - 3.30. Mulgrave Rm. As we discuss both the delicate balance between the comedy and tragedy in the novel "Nicholas Nickelby" and critique the interwoven relationships between the 110 characters and their experiences we are mainly
reading and interpreting the book as a script. We have also critiqued the Royal Shakespeare Company's extensive DVD play looking at melodrama, political satire, class comedy, social criticism and domestic farce. We are more like a Literary Fellowship so have changed the name to Charles Dickens Discussion Group. Reading Chapters 56-60 during which Squeers is arrested; Ralph has lost access to the will; Newman Noggs confronts Ralph, and the Cherryble Bros. expose Ralph as Smike's father.Convenor: Zoe Wallace 0409 008 715
CHESS–SOCIAL Wednesdays 9.30-12 pm. Severin Hall Chess for all. Join a keen group of players of various skill levels who meet to play some games,
have a go at a chess puzzle and learn to improve their chess. You are also welcome if you want to learn this challenging but interesting game. Come along and, after an introductory session or two, you will be on your way to chess mastery. Convenor: Chris Coulman. 4032 5724
COUNTRY DANCING Tuesdays 1.30-3pm. Severin Hall. The “Movers & Shakers” danced on “All Saints Day”. These were 3 of the new dances introduced to
us on Tuesday by Anne following her recent trip to Dance Camp in USA. Neither partners nor previous experience needed. New members always welcome Contact Anne Archdeacon 0408 014 698 CREATIVE MOVEMENT
1st & 3rd Fridays 2nd & 16th October, 9.30-11:30am, Severin Hall. Participants can enhance their balance, flexibility and
coordination. We learn the Creative Movement Vocabulary through dance, musical theatre, improvisation and choreography. Warm up - Cool Down. Everyone is a creative artist! Convenor: Zoe Wallace: 0409 008 715
EXPLORING ART Wednesdays 2 - 4.00pm. Girl Guides Hut. Give expression to your creativity! New members
are always welcome. Contact Frank 0405 437 792
U3A Cairns Inc. Page 4 EXPLORING MUSIC 2nd Friday, 9th October. 10 –12 noon. Severin Hall
A CELEBRATION OF THINGS IBERIA - Part 4 Showcasing Music and Dance from Latin American countries. A quick visit of La Paz & some Bolivian folk dances. Music from the times of the Jesuits
& the recent discovery of Baroque music in Moxos, north Bolivia. From Peru “El condor Pasa” & folk dances. From Argentina “Navidad Nuestra” the nativity story in music by Ariel Ramirez. An exotic visual & aural journey of music & dance. Also 10 min. Singing for Joy vocal warm up. Tutor: Herman Soenario: [email protected] Convenor: Max Harker 4054 5627
FAMILY FAVOURITES COOKING SHOW 3rd Monday 19th October, 9.30-11.30am, Girl Guides Hut. Parking – on site. Come and join the happy band of fellow
U3Aers for our final Cooking Show of the year. We will celebrate a very early Xmas with lots of goodies to taste. We’ll be back next year full of bright ideas and good food! Everyone welcome, for a seat at the table: Contact Judi 4058 2127 or email [email protected]
FIELD TRIP 3rd Wed, 21st Oct. 7.45 am Crystal Cascades - Copperlode Crystal Cascades Carpark. This is approx.. 1 – ½ hour walk each way with a coffee and snack break at Lake Morris Kiosk. This is a reasonably
steep climb at first ending in a great view. Bring water, walking shoes & sticks. All welcome. Convenor: Anne Davies 4036 1840.
FRENCH CONVERSATION – BEGINNERS Wednesdays 1- 2pm Scott Room. Bring a French dictionary and a writing pad. Convenor: Graham Durose 4054 4885, Tutor:
2nd & 4th Tuesdays 13th & 27th October 1-3pm, Scott Room. Genealogy: you may be a beginner or been researching your family tree for years. There’s
more info online now to help you search. Full access to Ancestry.com.au for all UK census records, and more. I encourage anyone to come along and I’ll endeavour to put you in touch with your ancestors. Convenor: Chuck Rothwell, E-Mail preferred [email protected] or 4032 5522
GERMAN CONVERSATION Wednesdays 2.15 - 3.15pm Scott Room. Convenor: Russell Devine 0419 373 334 Tutor: Erika Kaegi-Fluri [email protected]
Convenor: Nick Ruello 4059 0836. MEMORY TEASERS (Trivia) 2nd & 4th Monday 12th & 26th October 10–12pm, Girl Guides Hut. Quiz masters: Denise & Janannie, Music Master: Fred. 1st prize - delicious morning tea shared with losers. Convenor: Gael Campbell 4032 0144 NGO (NEVER GROW OLD) CHOIR 2nd Friday, 9th October. 12.30-1.30pm. Severin Hall Sing for pleasure & joy. A good voice not needed. Not a professional group. The experience of singing with others creates empathy & mutual belonging. Convenor (temp): Max Harker; seeking a new Convenor. Choir Master:Herman Soenario [email protected] SCRABBLE CLASS & GAMES
1st & 3rd Mondays, 5th & 19th Oct 1-3.30 pm Severin Hall. More Players Welcome. Tutor: Janannie Farmer: [email protected]
Convenor: Jac Waters 4045 3336
SPANISH CONVERSATION- Monday 12th October onwards on Mondays 9 – 10 am Severin Hall
Beginners welcome. Register at Reception. Convenor: Yeoey Damon 4053 7866
SQUARE DANCING – BEGINNERS Thursdays 1.00 – 3.30pm Severin Hall. No specific fitness required (non-athletic dance form - sets can be
walked). Have loads of fun. No partner required. Convenor: Alison Durose 4054 4885 Tutor: Graham Durose [email protected] TEMARI JAPANESE CRAFT
Thursdays 12-2 pm Mulgrave Room. Kits will be supplied for beginners – no experience needed. Convenor: Margaret
Scammell 4053 7117 WELLNESS COURSE
Tuesdays: 10 -11am Scott Room. Class continues for 6 weeks. 1st week - Diet & Exercise. Program details available at the Office. If you have booked but cannot attend please advise The Office.
Tutor: Karen RN from Integrated Living Convenor required.
YOGA CLASSES - GENTLE Mondays 10.30-11.45am Severin Hall. The class is again full, but if you are interested, please add your name to the Waiting List at The
CINEMA CLUB 3rd Wednesday, 21st October 12.40- 3pm, Event Cinemas 108 Grafton Street Cairns. I will advise you of details on 15th October. Last month we saw "A Walk in the Woods", an amusing interaction between Robert Redford and Nick Nolte as they walked the Appaluchian Trail that extends between Springer Mountain in Georgia and Mt. Katahdin in Maine, 2200 miles long - the longest hiking trail in the World. Wonderful scenery but a little disappointing that they didn't finish the walk.
Please wear your name badge and join us for coffee afterwards. Convenor: Maggie Hill 4039 4410 [email protected]
LUNCHEON CLUB Melbourne Cup Luncheon - Bayleaf Restaurant Friday 23rd October.,12–2.30 pm Cnr Lake & Gatton Streets, Cairns, located at Bay Village Tropical Retreat Balinese Banquet and a free drink on arrival. Cost Members $25, Guests $30 Hats are optional – if you have a hat, wear it. There will be a prize for the most original hat. Enjoy a fun afternoon, everyone welcome. Bring friends. A great
way to introduce friends to U3A. Those wearing name badge eligible for the lucky door prize. Visitors badges are provided. Parking: Be early to avoid lunchtime congestion. If you are running late & can’t find a park call 40514622 and management will direct you to their private car park. Wheel Chair Access. Convenor & Host: Rosalind Baker 0402 017 243 [email protected]
JAMES COOK UNIVERSITY Members can attend lectures JCU Smithfield FREE. Semester 1, 2016, starts Monday 22/2/16. See JCU website for subjects offered. Members must have an email address to attend JCU. Information re joint U3A/JCU orientation
U3A ONLINE Separate from U3A Cairns Inc. www.u3aonline.org.au Click on ‘Our Courses’ then 'Independent Study Courses'. Extra cost involved
Thanks to Senator Jan McLucas who has kindly sponsored this Bulletin.
SOCIAL EVENTS
EXTERNAL COURSES
U3A Cairns Inc. Page 7 MR FIX-IT WANTED A competent handyman needed to fix things at U3A. No pay but grateful thanks and a cup of tea. Contact Office Manager: Jac Waters 4045 3336 CONVENORS WANTED The NGO Choir and the Wellness Group both need convenors. This job requires very little work yet you will derive much satisfaction from making an effort and feeling appreciated. Contact Course Co-ordinator Yeoey Damon 4053 7866 WANTED Ball Point Pens – Please leave your donations of pens at The Office.
TIME TABLE OCTOBER 2015 Monday Course Contact Name Phone Occurrence Venue 9.00 - 10.00 Spanish Conv. Beginners Yeoey Damon 4053 7866 12th Oct Mondays Severin Hall 9.30 - 12.00 Bridge Beginners Garry McGregor 4032 1616 Mondays Scott Room 9.30 - 12.00 Bridge Casual Joan Thiesfield 4059 1681 Mondays Mulgrave Room 9.30 - 11.30 Family Cooking Show Judi Corcoran 4058 2127 3rd Monday Girl Guides Hut
10.00 - 12.00 Memory Teasers -Trivia Gael Campbell 4032 0144 2nd & 4th Mondays Girl Guides Hut 10.00-12.00 Book Club Two Merril Molloy 4058 1809 1st Monday Mulgrave Room 10.30 -11.45 Yoga Classes - Gentle Yeoey Damon 4053 7866 Mondays Severin Hall 1.00 - 3.00 Scrabble Class Jac Waters 4045 3336 1st, 3rd, Mondays Severin Hall 1.00 – 3.00 Backgammon Rosalind Baker 4059 0090 3rd Monday Severin Hall 1.00 - 4.30 Cards & Games Doris Fleischmann 4039 4981 Mondays Severin Hall 1.15 - 3.00 Book Club Three Jill Greaves 4051 1765 1st Monday Mulgrave Room 1.15 - 3.00 Book Club Four Jac Waters 4045 3336 2nd Monday Scott Room Tuesday Course Contact Name Phone Occurrence Venue 9.00 - 2.00 Handicraft Audrey Samways 4053 1504 Tuesdays Girl Guides Hut 9.30 -12.00 Broadband for Seniors Chuck Rothwell 4032 5522 Tuesdays Library 10.00 -11.00 Wellness Class Yeoey Damon 4053 7866 Tuesdays Scott Room 10.00 - 12.00 French Conversation Colin Bramall 0429 408 750 Tuesdays Mulgrave Room 1.30 - 3.00 Country Dancing Anne Archdeacon 0408 014 698 Tuesdays Severin Hall
Wednesday Course Contact Name Phone Occurrence Venue
7.15 - 1.00 Field Trip Anne Davies 4036 1840 3rd Wednesday Crystal Cascades 9.00 - 12.00 Mah-Jong Group 1 Lyn Duffield 4053 1632 Wednesdays Girl Guides Hut 9.00 - 12.30 Mandarin Chinese Nick Ruello 4059 0836 Wednesdays Mulgrave Room 9.30 - 12.00 Chess Social Chris Coulman 4032 5724 Wednesdays Severin Hall 12.40 - 3.00 Cinema Club Maggie Hill 4039 4410 3rd Wednesday Event Cinema, City 1.00 - 2.00 French Conv. Beginners Graham Durose 4054 4885 Wednesdays Scott Room 2.00 - 4.00 Exploring Art Frank Malcolm 0405 437 792 Wednesdays Girl Guides Hut 2.15 - 315 German Conversation Russell Devine 0419 373 334 Wednesdays Scott Room
Thursday Course Contact Name Phone Occurrence Venue
9.30 - 12.00 Mah-Jong Group 2 Noelene Day 4053 4227 Thursdays Severin Hall 10.00 - 12.00 French Intermediate Marie-Claude Nicot 0414 744 778 Thursdays Mulgrave Room 12.00-2.00 Temari Japanese Craft Margaret Scammel 4053 7117 Thursdays Mulgrave Room 1.00 - 3.30 Square Dancing Alison Durose 4054 4885 Thursdays Severin Hall
Friday Course Contact Name Phone Occurrence Venue
9.00 - 12.00 Bridge Intermediate Lai Knight 4054 3794 Fridays Scott Room 9.30 - 11.30 Creative Movement Zoe Wallace 0409 008 715 1st & 3rd Fridays Severin Hall 10.00- 12.00 Exploring Music Max Harker 4054 5627 2nd Friday Severin Hall 10.00 -12.00 Cards in Publisher The Office 4051 0400 4th Friday Library 12.00 - 3.00 U3A Luncheon Rosalind Baker 0402 017 243 Last Friday Ochre Restaurant 12.30 - 3.30 Charles Dickens Group Zoe Wallace 0409 008 715 First Friday Mulgrave Room 12.30 – 1.30 NGO Choir Max Harker 4054 5627 Second Friday Severin Hall 2.00-3.00 Wellness Course Chris Payze 4053 5612 2nd 9th 30th Oct Scott Room
OFFICE CLOSED Tuesday 3rd November ½ day only closes 12noon. Christmas holidays 4 weeks – 19/12/15 – 17/1/16. Resume Monday 18/1/16.
MEMBERSHIP FEES Single $30 Couple $50 Visitors $15 - 3months
ADDRESS FOR CLASSES U3A Centre,129 Mulgrave Road Cairns for Library, Mulgrave & Scott Rooms & Severin Hall. Girl Guides Hut, 32 James Street, Manunda. DID NOT RECEIVE BULLETIN - Contact The Office. Bulletins via email, or arrange to pick up at office.
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