U3A Geelong

05/03/2024

15/09/2023

U3A Geelong Choir Christmas Concert
Wednesday the 29th of November. 1.30 – 3.00pm
at St. Cuthbert’s Church, Heyers Road Grovedale.

Afternoon tea provided.
Cost = A gold coin donation

15/09/2023

U3A Geelong Open Day
will be held on
Tuesday 10th of October
between 10.00am and 2.00pm
at Cobbin Farm

09/11/2022

An introduction to basic drawing and watercolour techniques from observing botanic subjects from nature.

We will begin with practising a series of drawing exercises with the use of graphite pencils and later introduce the use of watercolour exploring tone, form and light.

Fri 11:00am-01:15pm Cobbin Farm Sun Room

09/11/2022

Check the website for the latest details regarding courses for next year.

We've added a few NEW courses below

Bookings are essential - they can be done online or at the office once enrolments start on Friday Dec 2nd.

09/11/2022

This friendship group will provide the chance to broaden your social network.

We will meet at a suitable cafe for coffee and optional lunch. Members can suggest and participate in private activities of interest in between the formal meet ups.

This class will run the second and fourth Monday of the month. Tutor: Nadia Covacci

09/11/2022

The “double helix” DNA structure attributed to Watson, Crick and Wilkins won the Nobel Prize in 1962.
Beneath lies buried a tragedy: a massive contribution from a crystallographer and molecular biologist who died and therefore could not, and was not recognised for the prize.

THIS CLASS WILL BE DELIVERED VIA THE INTERNET
Weds 01:30pm-03:30pm Leopold Library

09/11/2022

Ron Hedgcock is an experienced lecturer with a solid background knowledge of Christianity and Art.

This course is in the form of a series of sessions each devoted to a major theme in Christian doctrine or tradition.
Hundreds of art works digitally projected are shown in the series with explanatory hand out papers.
The material is by turns academic, entertaining and enlightening; and no religious motivation lies behind the discussions.

Tues 11:00am-01:00pm Leopold Library

09/11/2022

This class will offer the opportunity to participate in two series of field trips led by martin Hughes..
Geology in the Bush – Term 1 and
Flinders Ranges Geology Trip – Term 4

A full day basic geology class plus separate full-day field trips in subsequent weeks

For more details please visit our website

09/11/2022

How are we alive? Biochemistry helps us understand the mechanisms that occur in cells and organs.

Some basic concepts of biochemistry.

Lots of examples of real life No prior knowledge is assumed.

A relaxed and flexible approach to suit the group.

THIS CLASS WILL BE DELIVERED VIA THE INTERNET
Weds 01:30pm-03:30pm Leopold Library

09/11/2022

Dementia is a general term for loss of memory, language and problem solving skills severe enough to interfere with daily life.

A class delivered in four sessions designed to raise awareness, remove the stigma and provide information.

This class will be extended if there is sufficient interest.

Tues 01:00pm-03:00pm Cobbin Farm Utility Room