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Celebrating 30 Years
COURSE HANDBOOK 2020
U3A NEPEAN BLUE MOUNTAINS INC.
UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE
UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE
THE PRINCIPLES OF THE U3A MOVEMENT
The U3A movement is non-religious and non-political and has three main principles:
THE THIRD AGE PRINCIPLE
• Membership of a U3A is open to all in their third age, which is defined not by a particular age but by a period in life
in which full time employment has ceased.
• Members promote the values of lifelong learning and the positive attributes of belonging to a U3A.
• Members should do all they can to ensure that people wanting to join a U3A can do so.
THE SELF-HELP LEARNING PRINCIPLE
• Members form interest groups covering as wide a range of topics and activities as they desire; by the members,
for the members.
• No qualifications are sought or offered. Learning is for its own sake, with enjoyment being the prime motive, not
qualifications or awards.
• There is no distinction between the learners and the teachers; they are all U3A members.
THE MUTUAL AID PRINCIPLE
• Each U3A is a mutual aid organisation, operationally independent but a member of The Third Age Trust, which
requires adherence to the guiding principles of the U3A movement.
• No payments are made to members for services rendered to any U3A.
• Each U3A is self-funded with membership subscriptions and costs kept as low as possible.
CLASS LEADERS/TUTORS
Our class leaders/tutors have a wide and diverse background in their fields. We are always looking for new class
leaders/tutors so if you think that may be a role for you, please let us know.
MEMBERSHIP AND CLASSES
As all class leaders/tutors, office personnel and committee positions are voluntary, membership fees are kept to
a minimum. Our Membership Fee for 2020 will be $40.00. Each U3A association is unique and membership of one
U3A association does not permit attendance in another U3A’s classes.
ENROLMENT
Enrolment Days are held each year in January.
Membership does not guarantee direct entry into a particular class and Membership Fees are not refundable.
Enrolments are taken on enrolments days and after that date, members should contact the class leader/tutor to
check if there is a vacancy in their class.
BENEFITS
As Elizabeth Barrett Browning once said, “let me count the ways….”. There is the obvious benefit of learning new
skills, becoming absorbed in new and fascinating subjects. Then there is the benefit of making new friends, with all
that implies. You will also find a lot to laugh about, as all U3A classes are fun. We also organise bus trips and other
social functions and these are advertised through our monthly newsletter. And of course, medical studies have
shown that active minds and bodies remain healthy longer.
NEPEAN BLUE MOUNTAINS INC
UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE
ABN 35 956 305 595
HEAD OFFICE 7 Castlereagh Street, PENRITH NSW 2750 TELEPHONE (02) 4722 3405
POSTAL ADDRESS PO Box 958, PENRITH NSW 2751 EMAIL u3a@u3apenrith.org.au
OFFICE HOURS 9:00am – 3:00pm Monday to Friday WEBSITE www.u3apenrith.org.au
(during NSW State School Term Dates)
1. TERM DATES U3A COURSE VENUE ADDRESSES
TERM 1 Monday 3 Feb to Thursday 9 Apr (10 wks) GOING APPROXIMATELY EAST TO WEST:
TERM 2 Monday 27 Apr to Friday 3 Jul (10 wks) ST MARYS CORNER
TERM 3 Monday 20 Jul to Friday 25 Sep (10 wks) 207-209 Queen Street, St Marys
TERM 4 Monday 12 Oct to Friday 11 Dec (9 wks) HENRY LAWSON CLUB
144 Henry Lawson Avenue, Werrington County
2. ENROLMENT DAYS
PENRITH JORDAN SPRINGS COMMUNITY HUB
Monday 13 January 9am to 12noon 2-6 Cullen Avenue, Jordan Springs
School of Arts, KINGSWOOD NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE
7 Castlereagh St, Penrith 19 Bringelly Road, Kingswood
SPRINGWOOD PENRITH SCHOOL OF ARTS
Wednesday 15 January 10.30am to 12.30pm 7 Castlereagh Street, Penrith
Springwood Sports Club,
CWA PENRITH
81 Macquarie Rd, Springwood
1 Tindale Street, Penrith
3. EVENTS PENRITH VALLEY SENIORS CLUB
NSW SENIORS FESTIVAL Wed 12 to Sun 23 Feb 86 Station Street, Penrith
30TH ANNIVERSARY Wed 19 Feb MELROSE HALL
AGM Thur 7 May 169 Great Western Highway, Emu Plains
CLASS LEADERS/TUTORS GLENBROOK BOWLING CLUB
& VOLUNTEERS LUNCH Fri 9 Oct 1 Hare Street, Glenbrook
ART EXPO Fri 30 Oct to Sun 1 Nov BLAXLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE
33 Hope Street, Blaxland.
4. RENEWING YOUR
ACQUINAS COURT
MEMBERSHIP FOR 2020 2 Hawkesbury Road, Springwood
Membership renewal will commence in November
with the arrival of your Course Handbook 2020 and SPRINGWOOD COURT
Membership application form. This will be the last 133 Macquarie Road, Springwood
time that renewing members will be asked to fill out a SPRINGWOOD LUTHERAN CHURCH
membership application form. 41 Raymond Terrace, Springwood
Any future changes to your contact details, during the
year, can be made via a Change of Details form which SPRINGWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
will be available either via the webpage or by collection 160 Macquarie Street, Springwood
from the office. SPRINGWOOD UNITING CHURCH
Commencing November 2019, renewing members can 4 Lewin Street, Springwood
pay their fees either by cash, cheque, money order or via LAWSON BOWLING CLUB
direct credit to our bank account 2 Loftus Street, Lawson
Details for this are on the Membership application form.
MID MOUNTAINS COMMUNITY CENTRE
We ask that, where possible, members pay their
9 New Street, Lawson
fees prior to or on the Enrolment Days. Of course, all
members must have paid their fees before the first day BLACKHEATH AREA NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE (BANC)
of class attendance. 1 Gardiner Crescent, Blackheath
Commencing in 2020 , all members are required to wear KEITH BATES MEMORIAL HALL
their Membership Card when attending U3A activities. 265 Great Western Highway, Blackheath
The reverse side contains an area for you to complete
your emergency contact details and important medical Courses are also held in private homes at various
information. locations. Please contact our office for further details.
As we will no longer capture that information on
your enrolment form, we ask that you keep it up to
date, especially when undertakings activities away
from classrooms. A plastic name badge holder will
be supplied at no cost, however special anniversary
lanyards will be available for a donation of $2.00.
COURSE HANDBOOK 2020 3
INDEX
ART Line Dancing – Beginners 10 German Beginners @ Penrith 14
Acrylic Painting 5 Line Dancing – Wednesday 10 German Intermediate @ Springwood 15
Art Tuition: Drawing and Painting 5 Line Dancing – Friday 10 Italian Continuing
Art with a Difference 5 Meditation 10 from 2019 @ Penrith 15
Creating and Learning about Art 5 Meditation, Mantra Italian Conversation 1 @ Penrith 15
Drawing 5 and Metaphysics 10 Italian Conversation
Washi-E Art 5 Stretch/Yoga/Pilates 10 Advanced @ Penrith 15
Watercolour @ Springwood 5 Table Tennis @ Penrith 11 Italian Beginners 15
Artistic Catch Up 5 Table Tennis @ Jordan Springs 11 Latin 15
Botanical Drawing And Painting 6 Tai Chi 11 Spanish Beginners 15
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Spanish Beginners 1 16
COMMUNICATION Falls Prevention and Yang Spanish Beginners 2 16
Creative Talk 6
24 Style – Advanced 11 Spanish Intermediate 16
Creative Writing @ Blaxland 6
Tai Chi - Social Club
Just Write! 6 LITERATURE
- Yang Styles 24, 28 and
Law for Seniors 6 English Literature @ Lawson 16
40 plus 16 Sword Form 11
Poetry Reading @ Blackheath 16
COMPUTING Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls
Poetry - Understanding the Art 16
Basic Computing @ St Marys 6 Prevention – Intermediate 11
Computer Mechanics 6 Yoga Exercises 11 MATHS AND
General Computing SCIENCE
HISTORY Maths for Fun 16
– starting with the basics 7 My Family Tree 12
Using your Windows 10 Laptop 7 Mathematics beyond Intermediate
The Medieval World 12
Introduction to Windows 10 7 and School Certificate 17
Paint Shop Pro 7
HOSPITALITY Physical Science 17
Cooking: Mediterranean, Spanish
Basic Computing 7 MUSIC
and Italian Cuisine 12
CRAFTS Easy Guitar Tunes 17
INDOOR Harmonica for Fun 17
Crafty Needles Group 7
RECREATION Musical Memories @ Penrith 17
Embroidery, Patchwork
Canasta 5 on Mondays 12 Ukulele for Fun 17
and Quilting 7
Canasta 5 on Fridays 12 Ukulele Group @ Kingswood 18
Enjoy Your Tapestry 8
Chess @ Penrith 12 Jam Session 18
Fabricaholics Anonymous 8
Chess @ Springwood 12
Friday Handicraft Circle 8
Complete Idiot’s Guide To
OUTDOOR
Knitting and Crochet 8
Playing 10 Card Games In 9 Weeks 13
RECREATION
Sewing Class 8 Bushwalking in the Blue Mountains 18
Mah Jong @ Penrith 13
DRAMA, SINGING Culture Vultures 18
Mah Jong @ Springwood 13
AND STAGE Out and About with the Possums 18
Scrabble @ Penrith 13
Exploring Shakespeare 8 Out and About with the Snails 18
LANGUAGES Walking with a Touch of History 18
Movie Nights 8
English Conversation For ESL 13 Travel Group 19
20th Century Play Reading 9
French @ Jordan Springs 13
Theatre Workshops 9
French Starters @ Jordan Springs 13
PHILOSOPHY AND
Classic Rock Singalong 9
French @ Blackheath 13
PSYCHOLOGY
EXERCISES FOR Conflict Resolution 19
French Intermediate @ Penrith 14
BODY AND MIND Happiness, Well-Being
French Intermediate @ Blaxland 14
Ballroom Dancing 9 and Resilience 19
Conversation in Simple French 14
Beginning Yoga 9 Listen, Engage and Transform 19
La Causette 1 @ Penrith 14
Carpet Bowls 9 La Causette 2 @ Penrith 14 PHOTOGRAPHY
Circle Dancing 10 German Conversation @ Penrith 14 Introductory Photography 19
Darts 10 German Intermediate @ Penrith 14 Photography @ Penrith 19
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COURSE INFORMATION
DRAWING
ART Penrith School of Arts - Hall
ACRYLIC PAINTING Tue 9:00am - 11:00am WEEKLY
Penrith School of Arts – Room 2 Commencing 4 February
Tue 9:00am - 11:00am WEEKLY Students will need their preferred drawing
Commencing 4 February materials: pencil, coloured pencil, black pen,
Little or no experience required. Your choice of charcoal, etc and sketch books.
painting support. You bring your own paints, brushes, NB: THIS COURSE IS WAITING LIST ONLY.
painting support, etc – your own choice of subject (e.g. Contact: Helen Johnson
landscape; waterscape; portrait; animal; urban-scape Ph: 0412 239 214 (text messages only)
or city-scape).
Contact: Helen Johnson & Bobbie Tavola WASHI-E ART
Ph: 0412 239 214 (text messages only) Penrith School of Arts - Room 2
Wed 1:00pm - 2:30pm WEEKLY
ART TUITION: Commencing 5 February
DRAWING AND PAINTING Making pictures and fine paper craft. The principle
Glenbrook, 25 Moore St subject in this class is the Japanese art of “Chigiri-E”
Tue 10:00am - 12:00pm The papers used are natural handmade Japanese
or 1:00pm - 3:00pm WEEKLY papers available in many colours, shaped by hand
Commencing 4 February tearing then glued to a paper or card base. The whole
Wed 10:00am - 12:00pm WEEKLY concept of this art can be summed up in the Japanese
Commencing 5 February phrase “Wabi-Sabi” (the art of simple elegance).
Knowledge, creativity and pleasure gained from Contact: Leslye Burmann or Susan Keenan
drawing and painting with various media are the Ph: 0407 015 048 or 0468 317 235
purpose of these lessons. E: slburman@iinet.net.au or
Contact: Nance Le Merle susan.keenan3@bigpond.com
Ph: 4739 9130
WATERCOLOUR @ SPRINGWOOD
ART WITH A DIFFERENCE Springwood Lutheran Church
Tue 10:00am - 12:30pm
Lawson Bowling Club
or 1:00pm - 3:30pm WEEKLY
Mon 10:00am - 12:00pm WEEKLY
Commencing 4 February
Commencing 3 February
Watercolour looks simple but it is probably the most
This is for people to be creative in their own way, style
difficult medium to work with. This class caters for
and time. It is untutored but friendly and like minded
beginners through to intermediate level, but some prior
others are willing to help. Bring whatever materials you
art experience is desirable. Materials list will require
have and just have fun and relax.
some additional expense.
Contact: Dianne Grey
Contact: Grahame Coote
Ph: 0401 302 939
Ph: 0405 515 396
E: elizabethgrey1@gmail.com
E: gxc@yahoo.com
CREATING AND ARTISTIC CATCH UP
LEARNING ABOUT ART Emu Plains, Melrose Hall
Penrith School of Arts - Hall Mon 10:00am - 1:00pm WEEKLY
Thur 10:30am - 12:30pm WEEKLY Commencing 3 February
Commencing 6 February This is a development opportunity for artists. The aim
Watercolour and acrylic painting that can be applied is to provide you with opportunities to be inspired,
when creating landscape, portrait and cityscape informed and connected with the art and community.
artworks. Materials to bring: paints, brushes and your We offer tips to support your creativity and help you
choice of painting support (e.g. paper, canvas, etc). excel while developing your ability to analyse materials
Contact: Cathy Brown and techniques. Learn how to select a theme based on
Ph: 0422 604 134 your personal interests.
E: yybrown@hotmail.com Contact: Shadee Selim
Ph: 0412 656 308
E: deeshadee@hotmail.com
COURSE HANDBOOK 2020 5
COURSE INFORMATION
BOTANICAL DRAWING AND PAINTING LAW FOR SENIORS
(Proposed course; will only proceed if there are Penrith School of Arts - Room 2
sufficient participants) Wed 11:30am - 1:00pm WEEKLY
Emu Plains, Melrose Hall (except 2nd Wednesday of each month)
Mon 1:30pm – 3:30pm WEEKLY Commencing 5 February
Commencing 3 February The course will cover: an introduction to the legal
The target of this course is to develop and system; dealing with various entities and government
demonstrate skills and technique in drawing natural authorities; dealing with your children as you get
specimens in Botanical method together with mixing older and general health issues that can cause legal
watercolour paints to catch natural colours and blend issues; nursing homes and palliative care. Selling your
into transferred images previously drawn. . property and buying into retirement properties; general
legal capacity of people; wills and probate, family
Contact: Pamela Powell
trusts and other assets.
Ph: 4735 5957
Contact: Barry Wall
COMMUNICATION Ph: 4567 0010
CREATIVE TALK
Penrith School of Arts - Room 2
COMPUTING
Thur 10:30am - 12:00pm WEEKLY BASIC COMPUTING @ ST MARYS
Commencing 6 February St Marys Corner (Community Centre)
We have a weekly subject on various matters. Very Thur 1:00pm - 3:00pm WEEKLY (Terms 1 & 2 Only)
friendly group who create an atmosphere of fun and Commencing 6 February
lots of laughs. This course suitable for those with little or no
Contact: Mary Harmer knowledge of computers or for those who wish to
Ph: 4733 1105 revise or improve their skills. The course travels at a
E: marytheboss@yahoo.com.au gentle pace to ensure all students can keep up. The
course covers Windows 10, Microsoft Office, internet,
CREATIVE WRITING @ BLAXLAND emails and computer security and maintenance.
Additional areas may be covered depending on student
Blaxland Community Centre requirements and could include scanning documents
Mon 10:00am - 12:00pm WEEKLY and simple photo enhancements.
Commencing 3 February
Contact: Richard Abbott
You can expect to write about a thousand words each Ph: 0405 214 933
week on an optional selection of topics which we set, E: rabit5540@gmail.com
and on which we will give constructive feedback. There
is also a short writing exercise in the second half of
each session. The aim is to encourage everyone, from
COMPUTER MECHANICS
the beginner to the experienced writer, not only to start Penrith School of Arts – Computer Room
writing, but to continue writing. Wed 11:30am – 1:00pm WEEKLY (Term 4 only)
Commencing 14 October
Contact: Warren Nicholls
Ph: 0439 192 202 Sessions on components and compatibility;
E: warren.nicholls@gmail.com assembling and disassembling desktop/tower
systems; system base software installation and
JUST WRITE! build/configuration testing. We will also cover:
troubleshooting; how to determine component makes,
Kingswood Neighbourhood Centre models and compatibility; how to inventory and probe
Mon 12:30pm - 2:30pm WEEKLY a system; upgrade options; how to examine and tune
Commencing 4 February computer performance.
“Just Write!” is a course for anyone who would like to Contact: Rob Byrne
write. Lots of fun, engaging writing activities will help Ph: 0415 297 132
unleash your creativity and get words onto paper. No E: rpb0912@gmail.com
previous writing experience needed; just paper, pens
and a positive attitude.
Contact: Vivienne Melville
Ph: 0411 891 627
E: kennyviv@hotmail.com
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GENERAL COMPUTING PAINT SHOP PRO
– STARTING WITH THE BASICS Penrith School of Arts - Computer Room
Jordan Springs Community Centre - Ironbark Tue 10:30am - 12:30pm WEEKLY - Beginners
Tue 1:30pm - 3:30pm WEEKLY Commencing 4 February
Commencing 4 February Thur 9:30am - 11:30am WEEKLY - Advanced
Commencing 6 February
This course begins with the basics and progresses
throughout the year. Subjects such as understanding Turn you favourite snapshots into stunning images
computer hardware and software; use of the internet; you’ll be proud to share with easy to use photo editing
filing documents/photos; email; Microsoft Word, Excel, software that lets you manage, adjust and edit your
PowerPoint; synchronising of computers with other photos. Dramatically transform photos using versatile
devices and general overview of technology. creative design tools, including brushes, textures,
layers, vector tools and more. Import your images into
Contact: Laurette Lideros
cards, calendars and many other personal items.
Ph: 0449 834 073
E: laurette.lideros@gmail.com Contact: Lee Day
Ph: 4739 9485
USING YOUR WINDOWS 10 LAPTOP E: leonieday1@bigpond.com
Glenbrook Bowling Club
Mon 10:00am - 11:30am WEEKLY BASIC COMPUTING
Commencing 3 February Penrith School of the Arts - Computer Room
Get the most out of your Windows 10 laptop. Learn to Wed 1:00pm - 3:00pm WEEKLY
individualise it – how to transfer files from your camera, Commencing 5 February OR
phone or usb drive; edit your photos; add music to your Thu 1:00pm - 3:00pm WEEKLY
computer; burn music discs; send emails with attachments; Commencing 6 February
basis word processing; create simple PowerPoint Contact: Oleen Rolls
presentations; surf the internet, etc, etc, etc, PHEW! Desirable Ph: 4736 7836
that you have rudimentary mouse and keyboard skills. E: oleen_rolls@hotmail.com
Contact: Peter Gibson
Ph: 0405 440 876
E: petergibson@ozemail.com.au CRAFTS
CRAFTY NEEDLES GROUP
INTRODUCTION TO WINDOWS 10 Penrith School of Arts - Room 1
Penrith School of Arts - Computer Room Thur 1:00pm - 3:30pm WEEKLY
Mon 1:00pm - 2:30pm WEEKLY Commencing 6 February
Commencing 3 February
Bring your UFOs (unfinished objects) to finish (e.g.
Similar to course above but moving along at a more embroidery, patchwork, quilting, cross stitch, etc) and
leisurely pace. No previous experience with computers enjoy a good chat. Beginners are welcome.
is required. Starting with basics such as booting up,
Contact: Elsie Short
using a mouse (touchpad is not encouraged), keyboard
Ph: 9623 8457
operation, setting up the desktop then moving onto
individualisation etc as outlined for the course below.
Fun (and success) guaranteed.
EMBROIDERY, PATCHWORK
Contact: Peter Gibson AND QUILTING
Ph: 0405 440 876 Penrith School of Arts - Room 1
E: petergibson@ozemail.com.au Fri 9:00am - 12:30pm WEEKLY
Commencing 7 February
This class is for beginners or if you have not done
embroidery or patchwork for a while and would like a
little help to get you started again.
Contact: Barbara Orth
Ph: 4733 3422
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COURSE INFORMATION
ENJOY YOUR TAPESTRY SEWING CLASS
Penrith School of Arts - Room 2 Penrith School of Arts - Hall
Fri 9:00am - 10:00am WEEKLY Thur 10:30am - 12:30pm WEEKLY
Commencing 7 February (except 4th Thursday of each Month)
Have you always wanted to create a tapestry, or, do you Commencing 6 February
have one you’re not sure how to complete? Come and “Come sew with me” – Learn how to fine tune your
be part of our small group and enjoy the guidance or sewing, learn the basics and finish off your UFOs that
the help you may need to complete your tapestry. have been languishing in your cupboard. Or, you can
Contact: Carolyn Grant start a new project with help if required. You can bring
Ph: 4735 6294 your own sewing machine along, but we do have three
E: carolyngrant@optusnet.com.au sewing machines that students can use. Please bring
thread, pins, scissors, tape measure and any other
FABRICAHOLICS ANONYMOUS things that you might need.
Penrith School of Arts – Room 1 Contact: Chris Bolton
Tue 9:00am – 12:00pm WEEKLY Ph: 0412 428 317
Commencing 4 February E: bolton37@optusnet.com.au
We will start with a sampler quilt, building block by
block each month.
Contact: Denise Challis
DRAMA, SINGING
Ph: 0448 252 302
E: denisemchallis@gmail.com
AND STAGE
EXPLORING SHAKESPEARE
FRIDAY HANDICRAFT CIRCLE Penrith School of Arts - Room 2
Penrith School of Arts - Room 1 Mon 2:00pm - 3:30pm WEEKLY
Fri 1:00pm - 3:30pm WEEKLY Commencing 3 February
Commencing 7 February 2016 marked the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s
This group meets on Fridays and encourages death and this is an opportunity to see why his works
members to share their knowledge to improve skills are still performed and celebrated. Our class reads
in patchwork, embroidery, cross stitch, knitting, etc. and discusses various plays, sharing ideas and making
Everyone in this class will be encouraged to interact sense of the characters, plots and language. A film
and learn from each other. version is also used to make our study even more
Contact: Chris Price interesting and enjoyable.
Ph: 0408 313 931 Contact: Paul Ryan
E: chrisprice46@bigpond.com Ph: 4735 2637
E: pbryan54@hotmail.com
KNITTING AND CROCHET
Penrith School of Arts - Room 1 MOVIE NIGHTS
Tue 10:00am - 12:00pm WEEKLY Penrith School of Arts - Hall
Commencing 4 February Sat 7:30pm - 10:00pm FORTNIGHTLY
Sit and knit or crochet while you chat. If you want to (2nd and 4th Saturdays each month)
improve your basic skills we can help you too! Commencing 8 February
Contact: Denise Challis There is no need to enrol in this course – U3A
Ph: 0448 252 302 members can just turn up on the night. We try to
E: denisemchallis@gmail.com show the latest movies when available or any special
requests. We discuss the movie while sharing
refreshments. A voluntary donation of $2 per person
helps to cover the cost of the refreshments.
Contact: Harry May
Ph: 4732 1520
E: harrymay@optusnet.com.au
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20TH CENTURY PLAY READING
Katoomba, 3 Raymond Terrace
EXERCISES FOR
Mon 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Commencing 3 February
WEEKLY BODY AND MIND
For those who enjoy reading and discussing plays.
BALLROOM DANCING
Penrith Ballroom Dance Studio -
Contact: Michael Butler
Unit 7/42-44 Abel St, Jamisontown
Ph: 0411 219 473
Fri 9:30am - 11:00am WEEKLY - Advanced
E: mjbutler54@gmail.com
Fri 11:30am - 1:00pm WEEKLY - Beginners
Commencing 7 February
THEATRE WORKSHOPS
Ballroom Dancing is a feel-good way to improve
Werrington - Henry Lawson Club,
your fitness, concentration and balance, make new
Henry Lawson Theatre
friends, put a spring in your step and a smile on your
Mon 11:30am - 1:00pm WEEKLY
face! Proper ballroom dance shoes are required for
Commencing 3 February
this course. Therese will address this matter at the
Theatre workshops are conducted in a real theatre beginning of the course. To continue in the class
where participants can experience the pleasure correct shoes must be worn by week 4. Dances/steps
of: taking on roles; creating characters; exploring can be modified to meet your abilities. “WALK IN and
movement; enacting real or imagined experiences; DANCE OUT at Penrith Ballroom Dance”.
working from play scripts and developing performance
Contact: Therese Walz
skills in a collaborative, supportive environment.
Ph: 0402 069 576
Workshops can offer participants the opportunity to
E: learntodance@penrithballroomdance.com.au
be in real productions. Participants need only bring
themselves in comfortable clothes.
BEGINNING YOGA
Contact: Sari Erasmus-Hickey
Penrith School of Arts - Hall
Ph: 0407 146 506
Mon 12:45 PM - 2:15 PM WEEKLY
E: sariehickey2016@gmail.com
Commencing 3 February
CLASSIC ROCK SINGALONG Beginning Yoga offers a gentle introduction to the
practice of Yoga, focussing on enhancing day-to-day
Blaxland Community Centre - Room B
functionality. We use breathing techniques, relaxation,
Wed 10:00am - 12:00pm WEEKLY
stretching and yoga postures to work on balance,
(first 6 weeks of each term)
strength, flexibility and mindfulness.
Commencing 5 February
Contact: Debra Harslett
Research reports group singing raises the spirit, makes
Ph: 0410 606 102
you happy and helps create friendships – feeling better
E: debra.harslett@bigpond.com
is pretty much guaranteed. This singalong provides
for non-singers to sing away from their kitchen and
bathroom and experience how much fun it is to sing
CARPET BOWLS
with like minded people. It is not a choir therefore Penrith School of Arts - Hall
there are no auditions, no solos and no pressure. The Tue 7:00pm - 9:00pm WEEKLY
best part is no experience is needed. All you need is a Commencing 4 February
willingness to sing and enjoy yourself. Come along and enjoy a fun filled night. There are two
Contact: Geordie Conyngham mats and if you do not know how to bowl, there are
Ph: 0421 788 183 willing members to show you how. We play for about
E: gmc@exemail.com.au an hour or so and then pause for a cuppa and bikky.
Then off again to resume our fun. Beginners
welcome. Bring a small plate for supper.
NB: THIS COURSE IS WAITING LIST ONLY.
Contact: Harry May
Ph: 4732 1520
E: harrymay@optusnet.com.au
9COURSE INFORMATION
CIRCLE DANCING MEDITATION
Blaxland Community Centre Penrith School of Arts - Room 2
Tue 1:30pm - 3:30pm WEEKLY Tue 12:00pm - 1:00pm WEEKLY
Commencing tba Commencing 4 February
You will mostly be learning traditional Folk Dances This group explores some techniques from Buddhist
from various cultural backgrounds as well as some (Vipassana), Taoist, Christian and Yogic meditations
more recent dances brought back from Workshops in with the purpose of encouraging individuals to develop
Findhorn in 1993. Many are inspired by nature. their preferred method, with the group practising
Contact: Elizabeth Mitchell sequentially, meditations from each of these traditions.
Ph: 4751 4947 It does not set out to teach the philosophy of any of
E: elizabethmitchell2@bigpond.com these – only to introduce the concepts for participants
to explore further if they so desire.
DARTS Contact: Marie Stewart
Penrith School of Arts - Room 1 Ph: 9833 7538
Wed 1:30pm - 3:30pm WEEKLY E: mar-stew1@bigpond.com
Commencing 5 February
Two dart boards available so you can have a hit
MEDITATION, MANTRA
and giggle game and/or a fair dinkum game. Darts AND METAPHYSICS
supplied or you can bring your own. Penrith School of Arts - Room 2
NB: THIS COURSE IS WAITING LIST ONLY. Wed 9:00 AM - 11:30am WEEKLY
Commencing 5 February
Contact: Chris Price
Ph: 0408 313 931 A blend of Western and Eastern meditation, mantra
E: chrisprice46@bigpond.com and metaphysics. Topics we will include are the nature
of being, existence and reality, and, cause and effect.
LINE DANCING – BEGINNERS Beginners are welcome.
Penrith School of Arts - Hall Contact: Carmel Oxley
Wed 10:15am – 11.15am WEEKLY Ph: 4736 8026
Commencing 5 February E: sunnydays@tpg.com.au
This class is for those who want to learn the basics of
line dancing.
STRETCH/YOGA/PILATES
Penrith School of Arts - Hall
Contact: Helen Jones
Mon 11:15 AM - 12:30pm WEEKLY
Ph: 4721 2954
Commencing 3 February OR
Wed 9:00 AM - 10:15am WEEKLY
LINE DANCING - WEDNESDAY Commencing 5 February
Penrith School of Arts - Hall
Yoga helps you feel harmonious, integrated and
Wed 11:15am - 1:00 PM WEEKLY
complete. As you learn about your centre in a yoga pose
Commencing 5 February
you practice finding your centre in other areas of your
This is a great way to exercise, meet people and have life; dealing with a posture can train you to deal better
fun. NB: THIS COURSE IS WAITING LIST ONLY. with life events. Pilates strengthens and tones muscles,
Contact: Lee Billi improves posture, provides flexibility and balance, unites
Ph: 9832 3805 body and mind, and creates a more streamline shape.
We enjoy stretching our bodies and calming our minds.
LINE DANCING - FRIDAY NB: THIS COURSE IS WAITING LIST ONLY.
Penrith School of Arts - Hall Contact: Bette Masters
Fri 11:30am - 1:00pm WEEKLY Ph: 0407 921 158
Commencing 7 February E: bettemasters@hotmail.com
For the young at heart. Throw your cares away for an
hour in this easy, relaxed, line dance class. Have fun
while keeping fit, using your memory skills and helping
your balance.
Contact: Bobbie Kersten
Ph: 0410 873 605
E: bobbiekersten@gmail.com
10 U3A NEPEAN BLUE MOUNTAINS INC. UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGETABLE TENNIS @ PENRITH TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS AND
Penrith School of Arts - Hall FALLS PREVENTION AND YANG
Thur 1:00pm - 4:30pm WEEKLY 24 STYLE – ADVANCED
Commencing 6 February
Penrith School of Arts - Hall
Players of all skill and fitness levels are welcome. We Thur 9:00am - 10:15 AM WEEKLY
mostly play doubles, mixing and matching whoever’s Commencing 6 February
turn it is to play. After 4:00pm is reserved for singles
In 1997, Dr Paul Lam led a team of Tai Chi and medical
round robin and coaching.
experts to create this program. It is easy to learn and
NB: THIS COURSE IS WAITING LIST ONLY. safe. Studies have shown it relieves pain and improves
Contact: David Davis quality of life. For this reason, arthritis foundations
Ph: 0419 983 878 around the world are supporting this program.
E: djdacd@tpg.com.au NB: THIS COURSE IS WAITING LIST ONLY.
Contact: Lennette Ruttle or Peter Henley
TABLE TENNIS Ph: 4735 1542 or 0438 824 654
@ JORDAN SPRINGS E: ruttlejl@gmail.com or henleypmm@bigpond.com
Jordan Springs Community Centre - Hall
Tue 1:00pm - 3:00pm WEEKLY TAI CHI - SOCIAL CLUB - YANG
Commencing 4 February STYLES 24, 28 AND 40 PLUS
All are welcome to have fun and enjoy yourselves. 16 SWORD FORM
Contact: Herb Wolring Penrith Valley Seniors Centre - Hall
Ph: 0413 266 561 Thur 3:00pm - 4:15 PM WEEKLY
E: Herbert.wolring@bigpond.com Commencing 6 February
A varied program of Tai Chi, which will incorporate
TAI CHI practice and tuition of 24 and 28 Step Yang styles, TCA
Penrith Valley Seniors Centre - Hall and various Qi Gongs aimed at intermediate to advanced
Tue 2:00pm - 2:50pm WEEKLY - Beginners students. Followed by Tai Chi 16 Sword Yang style.
Tue 3:00pm - 4:00pm WEEKLY - Inter/Adv.
Contact: Lennette Ruttle or Peter Henley
Commencing 4 February
Ph: 4735 1542 or 0438 824 654
Penrith School of Arts - Hall
E: ruttlejl@gmail.com or henleypmm@bigpond.com
Fri 9:30am - 10:30am WEEKLY - Advanced
Fri 10:30am - 11:30am WEEKLY - Inter/Adv.
Commencing 7 February TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS AND FALLS
Tai Chi is a gentle exercise involving body, mind and PREVENTION – INTERMEDIATE
spirit producing an enhanced feeling of wellbeing and Penrith Valley Seniors Centre – Hall
self-empowerment. It has proven health-giving benefits. Thur 2:00pm - 2:50pm WEEKLY
As well as strengthening the body, it has been shown to Commencing 6 February
improve balance – an important aid to older people. Its Contact: Lennette Ruttle or Peter Henley
practice can become a source of continuing pleasure. Not Ph: 4735 1542 or 0438 824 654
only do we make strong friendships, we also have fun. E: ruttlejl@gmail.com or henleypmm@bigpond.com
Contact: Marie Stewart or Peter Henley
Ph: 9833 7538 or 0438 824 654 YOGA EXERCISES
E: mar-stew1@bigpond.com or Penrith School of Arts - Hall
henleypmm@bigpond.com Tue 11:00am - 12:30pm WEEKLY
Tue 12:45 PM - 2:30pm WEEKLY - Beginners
Commencing 4 February
The class entails stretching, breathing and relaxation with
a combination of Hatha Yoga and Pilates. Please bring a
yoga mat, a small blanket or towel and a bottle of water.
NB: Due to the popularity and demand to attend Yoga
classes, the beginners class is only open to members
who don’t attend other Yoga classes with the U3A.
Contact: Lorraine Brown
Ph: 0437 692 356
E: lbrown40@bigpond.net.au
11COURSE INFORMATION
HISTORY INDOOR
MY FAMILY TREE
Jordan Springs Community Centre -
RECREATION
Banksia Room CANASTA 5 ON MONDAYS
Wed 1:30pm - 2:30pm WEEKLY Penrith School of Arts - Room 1
Commencing 5 February Mon 1:00pm - 4:00pm WEEKLY
This course is concerning family history with the Commencing 3 February
thought of starting or building a family tree. You could If you enjoy a game of cards, Canasta is for you. Come
begin your tree or build on one that is already started along and join other like-minded people. No experience
and as a result the course would be individualised necessary. It is an easy game to pick up.
within some common topics. Contact: Irene Kelso
William Hempel Ph: 0402 561 232
Ph: 0410 950 101 E: raclaire1947@gmail.com
E: whempel@ozemail.com.au
CANASTA 5 ON FRIDAYS
THE MEDIEVAL WORLD Penrith School of Arts – Hall
Springwood, 321 Macquarie Rd Fri 1:00pm - 3:30pm WEEKLY
Tue 2:00pm - 4:00pm WEEKLY Commencing 7 February
Commencing 4 February OR Canasta 5 is a thinking game which is not difficult to
Thur 2:00pm - 4:00pm WEEKLY learn. It is usually played either as a group of four (4)
Commencing 6 February people (two (2) pairs) or a group of six (6) people (three
The course will deal not only with European history (3) pairs). Once you are comfortable with your game
and culture but other contemporaneous civilisations. you can enjoy a chat as well.
Participant’s interests will be taken into account. Topics Contact: Sue Carrick
include: Picts; Celts and Anglo-Saxons; Vikings; the Ph: 4730 2841
Arthurian legends; plagues and peasant revolts; the great E: scarrick64@gmail.com
Islamic caliphates; the Mongol invasions; Aztec, Mayan
and Chimu cultures; architecture, art, music and literature. CHESS @ PENRITH
Marie McInnes Penrith School of Arts - Room 2
Ph: 4751 2076 Fri 1:30pm - 3:30pm WEEKLY
E: marie.mcinnes@sydney.edu.au Commencing 7 February
This course is for both beginners and those with some
HOSPITALITY knowledge of the game. Because of the nature of
chess and the varying skills of those attending, some
COOKING: MEDITERRANEAN, members would be playing while beginners are tutored.
SPANISH AND ITALIAN CUISINE Contact: U3A Office
Penrith School of Arts - Kitchen Ph: 4722 3405
Wed 12:00pm - 2:00pm WEEKLY
Commencing 5 February CHESS @ SPRINGWOOD
This class provides recipes for hearty family meals and Springwood - Aquinas Court, 2 Hawkesbury Rd
some entertaining. It is influenced mainly by Spain, Thur 10:30am - 12:30pm WEEKLY
Italy, Greece and France with recipes being sourced Commencing 6 February
from the tutor’s mother. Fresh ingredients only are These sessions are open to all levels of chess players
used, including herbs, olive oil and butter. Due to the from beginners to advanced. At present a mixed group
size of the kitchen, participation is limited, but this has offering a range of opportunities for advancement.
resulted in an intimate friendly environment thoroughly Contact: Peter Lonergan
enjoyed by previous participants. Ph: 4751 3394
Contact: Adolfo Gonzalez E: pliz@bigpond.com
Ph: 0408 110 824
E: adolfogonzalezq@gmail.com
12 U3A NEPEAN BLUE MOUNTAINS INC. UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGECOMPLETE IDIOT’S GUIDE
TO PLAYING 10 CARD GAMES
LANGUAGES
IN 9 WEEKS ENGLISH CONVERSATION FOR ESL
Penrith School of Arts – Room 1
Penrith School of Arts – Hall
Wed 12:00pm – 1:15pm WEEKLY
Fri 12:pm – 3:00pm WEEKLY
Commencing 5 February
Commencing 7 February
A conversation for speakers of other languages who
In 9 weeks you will learn 10 card games, and yes,
would like to improve their English skills.
Contract Bridge will be included.
Contact: Lu Szuhyta
Contact: Henry Nazar
Ph: 0411 214 455
Ph: 0432 986 961
E: lu.szuhyta@hotmail.com
MAH JONG @ PENRITH FRENCH STARTERS
Penrith School of Arts - Hall
Wed 1:00pm - 3:00pm WEEKLY
@ JORDAN SPRINGS
Commencing 5 February Jordan Springs Community Centre
Kingfisher Room
This course will teach beginners the basics of the
Wed 10:30am - 11:30am WEEKLY
game, while advanced players have an afternoon
Commencing 5 February
of enjoyable games. Text: The Game of Mah Jong
Illustrated, by Patricia A Thompson and Betty Maloney. This course is for those who wish to learn French and
for those who have already started learning French.
Contact: Brian Grenenger
Emphasis will be on talking and listening activities.
Ph: 0420 826 628
See contact details below.
MAH JONG @ SPRINGWOOD FRENCH @ JORDAN SPRINGS
Springwood Presbyterian Church Hall Jordan Springs Community Centre
Thur 1:00pm - 4:00pm WEEKLY Kingfisher Room
Commencing 6 February Wed 11:30am - 12:30pm WEEKLY
This course caters for all those wishing to learn the Commencing 5 February
game, whether beginner or more experienced players. This course is for continuing students and for new
WE learn from one another through enjoyment and students who have studied French for at least 6
mutual help. Text: The Game of Mah Jong Illustrated, months.
by Patricia A Thompson and Betty Maloney. Contact: Annette Allaburton
NB: THIS COURSE IS WAITING LIST ONLY. Ph: 0404 004 319
Contact: June Bonn E: aallaburton@gmail.com
Ph: 0405 541 847
E: junebonn@gmail.com FRENCH @ BLACKHEATH
Blackheath Area Neighbourhood Centre
SCRABBLE @ PENRITH Thurs 12:30pm – 2:00pm WEEKLY - Intermediate
Penrith School of Arts - Room 2 Thurs 2:00pm – 3:30pm WEEKLY - Advanced
Thur 12:30pm - 2:30pm WEEKLY Thurs 3:30pm – 5:00pm WEEKLY - Beginners
Commencing 6 February Commencing 6 February
Want to keep the grey matter working? Well come This course covers grammar, conversation,
along and join the Scrabble group. Whether you are a pronunciation and French culture.
novice or a well-worn player, we would love to see you Contact: Heather Pye
at our group. Learn all those funny little two and three Ph: 4787 7337
letter words that will help you master the game. E: heatherpye@bigpond.com
Contact: Beverley Borg
Ph: 0413 417 634
COURSE HANDBOOK 2020 13COURSE INFORMATION
FRENCH INTERMEDIATE @ PENRITH LA CAUSETTE 1 @ PENRITH
Penrith, CWA Rooms, Castlereagh St Penrith School of Arts - Room 1
Wed 10:00am - 11:30am WEEKLY Mon 11:30am 1:00pm WEEKLY
Commencing 5 February Commencing 3 February
This course is mainly for continuing students. This In this intermediate course you will expand your
course covers vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, French vocabulary, revise important grammar rules
discussion, culture, customs and history. and practice various scenarios for tourists.
Contact: Alain Plaine-Lepine See contact details below.
Ph: 4571 1368
E: alain.lepine@bigpond.com
LA CAUSETTE 2 @ PENRITH
Penrith School of Arts - Room 1
FRENCH INTERMEDIATE Thur 9:00am - 10:30am WEEKLY
Commencing 6 February
@ BLAXLAND This course will suit students with over 5 years of French.
Blaxland Community Centre
Contact: Monique Marchais
Tue 9:00am - 10:30am WEEKLY
Ph: 0499 994 546
Commencing 4 February
E: moniquemarchais1952@gmail.com
Some knowledge of French is desirable. Emphasis will
be on speaking and listening, and on reading stories of
topical interest. Grammar lessons will supplement the
GERMAN CONVERSATION
reading, listening and speaking aspects of the course. @ PENRITH
Contact: Fay Love Penrith School of Arts - Room 2
Ph: 0407 282 731 Mon 9:30am - 10:30am WEEKLY
E: faylove@rocketmail.com Commencing 3 February
Participants should have a fair grounding in German
CONVERSATION IN SIMPLE FRENCH and be prepared to converse.
Penrith School of Arts - Room 2 See contact details below.
Mon 1:00pm – 2:00pm WEEKLY GERMAN INTERMEDIATE
Commencing 3 February
@ PENRITH
The class will comprise conversations in simple
French, including vocabulary and syntax. Not for Penrith School of Arts - Room 2
beginners or fluent French speakers. Applicants must Mon 10:30am - 11:30am WEEKLY
know grammar, conjugation, pronouns, prepositions, Commencing 3 February
and gender, and have a reasonable vocabulary. New students are welcome but should have a basic
Contact: Murray Love knowledge of German.
Ph: 4735 5226 See contact details below.
E: love@optushome.com.au GERMAN BEGINNERS @ PENRITH
Penrith School of Arts - Room 2
Tue 11:00am - 12:00pm WEEKLY
Commencing 4 February
Learn German as it is spoken in present-day Germany.
The beginners course focuses on speaking skills while
introducing elementary knowledge of the structure of
the language. You will not only gain an understanding
of an interesting culture and its people, but also
discover that learning the German language can be a
lot of fun.
Contact: Barbara Lang
Ph: 0433 449 075
E: barbara.lang000@gmail.com
14 U3A NEPEAN BLUE MOUNTAINS INC. UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGEGERMAN INTERMEDIATE ITALIAN BEGINNERS
@ SPRINGWOOD Penrith CWA Rooms, Castlereagh St
Springwood Court, 133 Macquarie Rd, Springwood Fri 10:30am – 12:00pm WEEKLY
Wed 1:30pm - 3:00pm WEEKLY Commencing 7 February
Commencing 5 February
Contact: Ciro Catanzaro
In this intermediate level course, we use a textbook Ph: 9623 3758
which provides dialogue used in everyday situations. E: cirocat@gmail.com
Our lessons consist of conversation, grammar
and German culture – in an enjoyable and friendly
atmosphere.
LATIN
Penrith Library
Contact: Elizabeth Culliver
Wed 9:30am – 11:30am FORTNIGHTLY -
Ph: 4739 8577
Intermediate
E: feeacull@tpg.com.au
Commencing 5 February
Fri 9:30am – 11:30am FORTNIGHTLY -
ITALIAN CONTINUING Advanced
FROM 2019 @ PENRITH Commencing 7 February
Penrith School of Arts - Hall Contact: Alison Waters
Mon 9:30am - 11:00am WEEKLY Ph: via U3A office 4722 3405
The course will include spoken Italian, some grammar
and useful tourist language and information. Students SPANISH BEGINNERS
will have lots of practice in speaking simple Italian Penrith School of Arts - Room 2
dialogues. Students will need to bring an exercise Fri 10:00am - 11:30am WEEKLY
book, pen and lots of enthusiasm. Commencing 7 February
Contact: Clara Carboni This introductory Spanish course will focus on
Ph: 4739 8340 basic conversation and vocabulary in topics such as
E: clara.carboni9@gmail.com greetings, personal information, home and family, and
cultural awareness. Students will enjoy all aspects of
ITALIAN CONVERSATION 1 their newly acquired language skills.
@ PENRITH Contact: Louise Allan
Ph: 0431 375 101
Penrith School of Arts - Room 1
E: louallan53@hotmail.com
Mon 9:30am - 11:15am WEEKLY
Commencing 3 February
This course is for students who have learnt Italian at
Beginners 1 and 2 and they want to achieve the ability
to speak the language when travelling to Italy in a
simple way using useful dialogue to get by with the
locals. Textbook is ‘Buongiorno Italia’. Other handouts
on grammar and language exercises are supplied by
the tutor during the course.
See contact details below.
ITALIAN CONVERSATION
ADVANCED @ PENRITH
Penrith School of Arts - Room 2
Mon 11:30am - 1:00pm WEEKLY
Commencing 3 February
This course is for students who want to practice
dialogues on the day-to-day topics and to have fluency
to speak. Also, to further their knowledge by learning
some of the grammar and to understand the language
structure.
Contact: Maria Paysden
Ph: 0438 404 836
E: bpaysden@tpg.com.au
COURSE HANDBOOK 2020 15COURSE INFORMATION
SPANISH BEGINNERS 1 POETRY READING @ BLACKHEATH
Penrith School of Arts - Room 1 Blackheath, Private Home
Wed 9:00am 10:00am WEEKLY Tue 10:00am - 12:00pm FORTNIGHTLY
Commencing 5 February Commencing 4 February
Why learn Spanish? If you learn Spanish you’ll have A course for those who love poetry. We will read
a head start in learning other Latin-based languages poems on subjects chosen and discussed from week
(French, Italian and Portuguese). Spanish is the third to week. No prior knowledge is required.
most spoken language in the world after Mandarin Contact: Patricia Whitehead
and English. At the end of this course students will Ph: 4787 5230
be able to understand and use expressions that are E: patw2785@gmail.com
used on a daily basis as well as simple phrases to
satisfy immediate needs (shopping, eating out, ask for POETRY - UNDERSTANDING THE ART
directions, etc).
Katoomba, 96 Narrow Neck Rd
See contact details below. Thur 2:00pm - 3:30pm FORTNIGHTLY
SPANISH BEGINNERS 2 Commencing 13 February
Penrith School of Arts - Room 1 Close analysis of text often reveals unexpected
Wed 10:00am - 11:00am WEEKLY insights into a poet’s skill, imagination, emotion
Commencing 5 February and message. Our lively group discussions involve
See contact details below. poetic craft, universal ideas and as much laughter as
seriousness. In 2020 we continue to examine features
SPANISH INTERMEDIATE of the works of English poets born in the late 10th
Penrith School of Arts - Room 1 century – diverse men and women with diverse styles
Wed 11:00am - 12:00pm WEEKLY and concerns.
Commencing 5 February Contact: Libby Beckett
At the end of this course students will be able to Ph: 4782 5263
express and understand the main ideas of a simple E: lochtiebeckett@hotmail.com
text or conversation about situations that are known
to them (e.g. studies, leisure, etc) as long as they
are clearly stated in Spanish. You will also be able to MATHS AND
manage most situations that you find when on a trip.
Likewise, you will be able describe experiences etc and SCIENCE
briefly justify your opinions or explain your plans. MATHS FOR FUN
Contact: Adolfo Gonzalez Lawson Mid Mountains Neighbourhood Centre
Ph: 0408 110 824 Wed 10:00am - 12:15 PM WEEKLY
E: adolfogonzalezq@gmail.com Commencing 5 February
If you always struggled with high school maths, come
LITERATURE and learn in a fun environment at your own pace.
Contact: Raoul O’Brien
ENGLISH LITERATURE @ LAWSON Ph: 0413 554 941
Lawson Bowling Club E: rob5665@hotmail.com
Mon 2:00pm - 3:30pm FORTNIGHTLY
Commencing 10 February
If you enjoy laughter, serious debate and good reading,
come join us. This group discusses novels, drama,
prose and poetry.
Contact: Marie Standen
Ph: 4751 2120
E: mstanden@pnc.com.au
16MATHEMATICS BEYOND HARMONICA FOR FUN
INTERMEDIATE AND SCHOOL Kingswood Neighbourhood Centre
CERTIFICATE Mon 12:00pm - 1:00pm WEEKLY
Commencing 3 February
Glenbrook Bowling Club - small room
Mon 10:15 AM - 12:00pm WEEKLY Come along and have some fun while learning to play
Commencing 3 February the harmonica. No prior skills are necessary.
This course covers topics in algebra, calculus, Contact: Peter Granton
numerical methods and statistics. The topics are Ph: 0412 576 567
presented in a manner which is simple, logical and E: petergranton57@gmail.com
enjoyable. Practical applications and historical
background are presented where relevant. The MUSICAL MEMORIES @ PENRITH
objectives of the course are to provide an appreciation Penrith School of Arts - Room 1
of mathematics for its own sake and its relevance to Thur 10:30am - 12:00pm WEEKLY
the progress of modern society. A simple scientific Commencing 7 February
calculator is recommended for the class. This is an entertaining morning session, listening to
Contact: Sesha Prasad the old songs and tunes which we do not hear often
Ph: 0437 228 643 enough these days. This course will use recordings
E: seshaprasad@yahoo.com to present music of the great performers from stage
and screen. This course has now been running for 18
PHYSICAL SCIENCE years and is a great way to relax and enjoy the great
Leura, 31 Hester Road music from yesteryear. In one years attending, you will
Tue 11:00am - 12:00pm FORTNIGHTLY listen to approximately 1,066 different tracks! We also
Commencing 4 February include video sessions.
Presentation and discussion on various aspects Contact: Keith Webster
of physics and chemistry. Each student will do a Ph: 0407 255 231
presentation twice yearly on topics selected by the E: joke_5@bigpond.com
course tutor.
Contact: Dr Graham Engel UKULELE FOR FUN
Ph: 4784 2234 Blackheath Area Neighbourhood Centre
E: graham.engel@bigpond.com Mon 10:00am - 12:00pm WEEKLY
Commencing 3 February
MUSIC Learn to play the instrument that is captivating the
music world! You will learn basic chords, some music
EASY GUITAR TUNES theory and simple improvisation techniques. We will
enjoy playing a variety of Rock and Roll, Jazz and Blues
Penrith, CWA Rooms, Castlereagh St
songs in a supportive friendly group. Some ukuleles
Fri 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM WEEKLY
available for use.
Commencing 7 February
Contact: Merran Maclaren
If you have a guitar, have some basic ability in playing
Ph: 0403 901 207
chords and like to accompany yourself in playing and
E: merranmaclaren@hotmail.com
singing across multiple genres of popular singalong
tunes, then this course is for you. We will be learning at
least 2 new songs each week building up to a healthy
repertoire by year end.
Contact: Bruno Zuliani
Ph: 4773 9710
E: brunozuliani60@gmail.com
COURSE HANDBOOK 2020 17COURSE INFORMATION
UKULELE GROUP @ KINGSWOOD CULTURE VULTURES
Kingswood Neighbourhood Centre Penrith RSL Bingo Area
Mon 10:00am - 12:00pm WEEKLY Fri 1:30pm - 3:00pm MONTHLY
Commencing 3 February Commencing 7 February
This course will cover basic ukulele strumming This group enjoys a range of cultural activities such as
techniques and common chords; counting songs in music, art and drama. We hold 2 planning meetings
and timing; playing together; practice techniques for per term to set up the calendar of events. The group is
when practicing alone; a brief history of the ukulele and based on collaboration and group members need to be
how to enjoy playing. Last, but most important, how to competent with email. Group members also take the
have fun doing the above. lead on organising some activities. There may be costs
Contact: Phil Howson associated with entry to activities and the cost of one’s
Ph: 4739 3112 own refreshments at or near venues.
E: philip.d.howson@gmail.com Contact: Eileen Ross
Ph: 0419 480 108
JAM SESSION E: rosseileen40@gmail.com
Penrith, CWA Rooms, Castlereagh St
Fri 12:30pm – 3:00pm FORTNIGHTLY OUT AND ABOUT WITH THE POSSUMS
(1st and 3rd Friday each month) Walking Group
Commencing 7 February Mon WEEKLY
Can you play a musical instrument reasonably well? Commencing 3 February
Would you like to join a group of musos for a regular The Possums do a variety of bushwalks, one week
jam session during the 2020 term year? This may around Sydney and the other in the Blue Mountains.
be your best bet. We will play popular music from Walkers need to be reasonably fit and able to walk
different genres that will be agreed at each session at least 10 kilometres with some steep ascents
and practiced before the next. We won’t be a strum and descents. We mostly use public transport but
and hum group. The aim is to play songs proficiently occasionally also carpool to get to and from the walks.
and create a repeatable set of numbers. Contact: Lorraine Woods or Annette Watson
NB: THIS COURSE IS WAITING LIST ONLY. Ph: 0421 107 674 or 0405 494 901
Contact: Geordie Conyngham E: lorraine333@ozemail.com.au
Ph: 0421 788 183
E: gmc@exemail.com.au OUT AND ABOUT WITH THE SNAILS
Walking Group
OUTDOOR Mon WEEKLY
Commencing 3 February
RECREATION Come and enjoy the spectacular views around Sydney
and the Blue Mountains while also learning a bit of the
BUSHWALKING IN THE BLUE rich history in the area. We walk at a slow to moderate
MOUNTAINS pace and the walks average about 7 kilometres.
Woodford, 54 Pimelea Dr Contact: Edgar Hillermann
Mon 10:30am - 1:00pm FORTNIGHTLY Ph: 0401 515 450
Commencing 3 February E: edgar.hillerman@gmail.com
Bushwalking in the Blue Mountains is an activity that
completes established bushwalks of approximately
WALKING WITH A
1 - 2 hours duration. At the same time, it involves some TOUCH OF HISTORY
of the mountain’s tourist attractions such as the Three Hekarwe Walking Group
Sisters and the Corridor of Oaks. Walkers need to be Mon WEEKLY
reasonably fit and able to walk for approximately 2 Commencing 3 February
hours with some steep ascents and descents. Starting and finishing times vary depending on the
Contact: John and Donna Cooper program. We will use public transport as much as
Ph: 4758 6820 possible to get us to and from the walks.
Contact: Trish Ryan or Gwen Baker
Ph: 0404 050 792 or 4735 2057
E: bobandtrishryan@gmail.com
or gmbbaker@bigpond.com
18 U3A NEPEAN BLUE MOUNTAINS INC. UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGETRAVEL GROUP LISTEN, ENGAGE AND TRANSFORM
Penrith School of Arts – Room 1 Springwood Court, 133 Macquarie Rd, Springwood
Tues 1:00pm - 2:00pm MONTHLY Thu 10:00am - 12:00pm FORTNIGHTLY
(last Tuesday each month) Commencing 6 February
Commencing 25 February If you are open to new ideas in the areas of mind, body
We will be discussing various aspects of travel. If you and spirit, and want to hear about developments in
have a destination you wish me to present then please emotional health that have happened in other parts of
let me know before the next meeting. We welcome the globe, this course may appeal to you. In the group
newcomers who might like to join in and share their we will use music along with other visual and creative
travel experience with us. presentations to help stimulate discussion.
Contact: Jenny Thomas Contact: Col Jennings
Ph: 0414 337 237 Ph: 4751 3789
E: jenny_thomas@travelassociates.com E: coljennings14@gmail.com
PHILOSOPHY AND PHOTOGRAPHY
PSYCHOLOGY INTRODUCTORY PHOTOGRAPHY
Werrington - Henry Lawson Club
CONFLICT RESOLUTION Mon 10:00am - 11:30am WEEKLY
Mt Riverview, 11 Marguerite Ave (Term 1 only)
Tues 1:00pm - 3:00pm WEEKLY Commencing tba
(10 week course, terms 1 and 3 only) What is photography? In this course the topics
Commencing 4 February to be covered are: introduction to your camera;
Do you feel uncomfortable when people say unkind composition; aperture – depth of field; shutter speed;
things? Do you tend to either say nothing and later feel lenses; patterns; colour temperature – lighting; street
resentful, go along with things to keep the peace, or photography; macro/close up; panoramas stitching
get angry and say things you later regret? Most people images.
believe there are only three solutions: compromise, Contact: Luciano Vranich
win or lose, but there are better ways. Come share Ph: 0405 099 029
with others and learn about yourself. You will discover E: lucianovranich@bigpond.com
handy ‘tools’ that enable you to see conflict as an
opportunity for growth. PHOTOGRAPHY @ PENRITH
Contact: Dr Mimi Wellisch Penrith School of Arts - Room 2
Ph: 0431 682 137 Fri 11:30am - 1:30pm WEEKLY
E: mimi.wellisch@bigpond.com Commencing 7 February
All keen photographers, beginners and experienced
HAPPINESS, WELL-BEING alike are most welcome. It is intended to have
AND RESILIENCE photography excursions and exhibitions of the class
works during the year and there will be something new
Springwood Court, 133 Macquarie Rd, Springwood to do each class.
Tues 10:00am - 11:30am WEEKLY
(8 week course in term 1 only) Contact: Lloyd Popely
Commencing 4 February Ph: 0414 454 576
E: lloyd_p1@bigpond.com
This course continues the themes of happiness and
wellbeing and looks further at how we have built
our values and meaning in life. We will have lots of
discussions, gentle exercises to stimulate our thinking,
shared stories, a modicum of research findings and
a bit of fun on the way. We can look at our shared
knowledge and experiences and build on it to create
more authentic happiness and wellbeing for ourselves
and the people in our lives.
Contact: Janice Poulson
Ph: 0408 603 798
E: janicepoulson70@gmail.com
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