U3A Nunawading held its 32nd Annual General Meeting at the Nunawading Community Hub on Wednesday 17 August with approximately 70 members and invited guests in attendance. This was our first AGM at our new home and the first held face-to-face since 2019 due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Many of our classes will be on show when Whitehorse Council launches this year’s Victorian Seniors Festival at the Hub on Sunday 2 October. Xingqi or Chinese Chess commences in Term 4, our August Forum still has vacancies, one of our Tai Chi classes took themselves outdoors and you can now get a cappuccino at the Hub.
By Yvonne Desousa, Class Leader
On the last day of Term 2, the level 6 Japanese Class were treated to a rare delight. Paul Maguire welcomed us to his beautiful home where he hosted a Tea ceremony.
By Mel Green, Class Leader
In July, the U3A Military History Group went to one of Victoria’s important military heritage sites, the Puckapunyal Australian Armoured Corps Museum. We made the 250km return bus trip and enjoyed a special opening and guided tour by the Museum Curator, Graeme Woodham, pictured.
Whether it’s a year-long or short course, or just a single session, there are lots of opportunities to share your special interests with your fellow members of U3A.
This is a call out to those who are not currently Class Leaders but have a passion for a particular subject, craft or activity that they would like to share …
This month in Snippets we visit The Lume, photograph a Wednesday walking group, showcase the colour red and play a little table tennis. There’s also news of a doll-dressing competition and a musical event you may wish to attend.
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