This is the last newsletter for Term 2, so I’d like to remind you that we have a three-week break before the start of Term 3. Also, this is another reminder of the upcoming AGM and your opportunity to give back to this wonderful organisation. Finally, congratulations to the Thornburn Ladies for their Biggest Morning Tea.
Our new membership system, Member Wizard, is on track to be ready for members on 9 July.
Our current membership system was frozen from Sunday 31 May. This will allow us to migrate all existing member records including enrolments from our current system, and to complete configuration of the new system.
Because the membership system is closed, you will not be able to login to view or enrol in classes, enter withdrawal requests, or enter apologies. Instead, these will need to be done at the U3A Reception Desk at the Hub, by filling in a form.
Welcome to the almost end of Term 2. In the Course Admin area, it has been very busy with making sure all your details are up-to-date before we move over to the new management system, Member Wizard.
A special thank you to Ken Briscoe for leading us through this transition to the new technology. I am sure you all appreciate the time, expertise and commitment needed to make this change possible.
Please read the article, Important Member Wizard Update, from Ken in this newsletter. It will help you to understand what you need to do for an easy transition to the new system.
Thank you to all who supported the Biggest Morning Tea and associated raffles. Around $5000 was raised. Congratulations to the Thornburn Badminton Group for their efforts.
Term 3 and 4 Computer classes are now available for enrolment. You will need to enrol using an orange form at Reception while our membership system is changing over to Member Wizard.
For the first two weeks of Term 3, many of the normal Computer class slots will be taken by Member Wizard training sessions. Keep an eye out for details once the new system is live.
The new classes are listed below. Download the Computer class brochure to read the descriptions.
Enjoy a wonderful afternoon of music, dancing, laughter, and friendship!
Dance to a great selection of classic tunes, in a relaxed social atmosphere. BYO snacks, tea and coffee supplied (sorry, no alcohol). Whether you love to dance or simply enjoy good company, come along and have a fun afternoon out!
Leading Senior Constable Curtis Williams from Crime prevention and Community engagement, Victoria Police, was well received. He gave lots of good, useful information about being aware of your surroundings especially at the ATM, on the street, on public transport and in the home.
He took several questions from the audience and spoke of various ways to secure your home which are not too costly.
With winter upon us, it’s important to stay warm and healthy. In our June Snippets we feature the Hub café for hearty holiday catchups; an upcoming Arts exhibition; a reminder to get your flu shot; details on how to get cash back on your car registration; a reflection on the stunning colours of Autumn and, if you’re looking after little ones, check out the school holiday program.