City Campus
9:00amA42 Pencil Drawing⊗A42 Pencil Drawing (class full)Tutor: Javad Kazemi KhezriIn this friendly group we practise pencil drawing skills. It is not a structured class but Javad will move around the class giving advice. Please bring your own sketch pads and pencils.
Venue: Creek St, Room 5
Wednesday 9:00am to 11:45am
(full) Javad Kazemi Khezri (9:00am to 11:45am)
(3 hours) (Creek St, Room 5)C10 You don't need your Grandchildren to understand your computer⊗C10 You don't need your Grandchildren to understand your computerTutor: Sue RobbEmail and Communication: set up and use email accounts, send and receive emails, manage contacts, and understand email etiquette. We cover other communication tools like Skype, Zoom and Microsoft Teams. Internet Browsing and Online Safety: how to browse the internet effectively, search for information, and use popular websites. Review essential online safety practices such as creating secure passwords, recognizing phishing attempts, and protecting personal information. Discuss AI, Microsoft Designer and Google: what are they good for, what do they do, how do you use them?
Venue: Creek St, Room 8
Wednesday 9:00am to 10:30am
Sue Robb (9:00am to 10:30am)
(Creek St, Room 8)A08 Origami⊗A08 Origami (class full)Tutor: Lynette DuffyThis is a hands-on one term condensed course in origami led by your tutor, Lynette. You will begin with simple art forms and gradually build to more detailed creations as your folding skills develop culminating with the crane. Origami generates patience, promotes respect for yourself & the paper, assists hand-eye co-ordination, tactile/fine motor skills, space/volume awareness, focus/concentration & engages both left & right hemispheres of your brain.Required for class - 100 sheets of any origami paper from a mininum size of 15cm square.Origami paper can be purchased at book shops, Daiso, art shops or online stores.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 12
Wednesday 9:00am to 10:30am
(full) Lynette Duffy (9:00am to 10:30am)
(Adelaide St, Room 12)H14 History⊗H14 HistoryTutor: Sheila LearyClass members choose their own topic of history that is of interest to them. The focus of that topic is immersion in the research, which can lead in all directions, using critical thinking. We are non-judgmental, you can give a straight talk, encouragement is given to follow up with a Power Point presentation if you so wish. With two talks each week, the topics are very diverse, not all serious, some humorous, expanding our knowledge, thinking and also giving cause for discussion. Our friendly class is welcoming and like most U3A classes we enjoy coffee afterwards with much lively discussion.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 16
Wednesday 9:00am to 10:45am
Sheila Leary (9:00am to 10:45am)
(2 hours) (Adelaide St, Room 16)9:15amJ75 German - Advanced Class 1⊗J75 German - Advanced Class 1Tutor: Linda MainsThis class is for those who can already speak, read and write German at an intermediate/advanced level. The aim is to practise and develop speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in everyday German at this level (B1, B2, C1). The class will study lessons and articles from Deutsche Welle: https://learngerman.dw.com/de/alltagsdeutsch/s-56744441 Be prepared for class interaction, participation and regular class presentations at this level of German. Please email the tutor and include your phone number. The class continues from the previous term, but there may be places for new students.
Venue: Creek St, Room 4
Wednesday 9:15am to 10:30am
Linda Mains (9:15am to 10:30am)
(Creek St, Room 4)9:30amJ09 Arabic Post Elementary⊗J09 Arabic Post ElementaryTutor: Michael OtagoThis is a continuing class which has been operating since Term 1, 2022. Class members are now familiar with the letters of the Arabic alphabet and their sounds, with the conjugation of some classes of verbs, and are able to translate and construct simple phrases and sentences in both Modern Standard Arabic (the formal language in which Arabic is written) and the Egyptian dialect of spoken Arabic. We will continue to build on this base in 2024.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 14
Wednesday 9:30am to 10:45am
Michael Otago (9:30am to 10:45am)
(Adelaide St, Room 14)J37 Spanish - Advanced Conversation⊗J37 Spanish - Advanced ConversationTutor: Virginia Torres GuarnerosImprove your listening and comprehension through a series of movies and songs to help perfect speech and pronunciation of this beautiful language. We will work together and by conversing you will improve your language skills.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 15
Wednesday 9:30am to 10:45am
Virginia Torres Guarneros (9:30am to 10:45am)
(Adelaide St, Room 15)E16 Politics & The Economy - Hopes & Fears⊗E16 Politics & The Economy - Hopes & FearsTutor: Bruce HoldsworthAmid fears and problems, our friendly group seeks hope and solutions. We use basic economics to consider topics including worsening Climate Change and Environmental Deterioration; Democracy in danger: Money Politics and growing Inequality; Economic Developments (inflation, recession, financial crises, austerity, etc) and Technology (AI) and Education strains;; Conflicts: Israel/Gaza; the USA and its allies vs China & Russia; Ukraine War, Nationalism vs Globalisation; plus COVID and its impacts; and Social Divisions (mistreatment of women, authoritarianism vs dissent, media bias, racism and bigotry) and their economic bases.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 18
Wednesday 9:30am to 11:00am
Bruce Holdsworth (9:30am to 11:00am)
(Adelaide St, Room 18)10:00amB40 Yoga for Everyone⊗B40 Yoga for EveryoneTutor: Marta MajkaThis class is for everyone. Enjoy the benefits of improving and maintaining mobility, balance and flexibility. Find the right poses or modifications of poses if you have some restrictions from injury or illness. Learn breathing techniques (Pranayama) that help with relaxation and at the same time improve your concentration. Learn meditation techniques that help quieten the busy mind. Marta Majka is a highly qualified yoga teacher, registered member of Yoga Alliance. This class is suitable for all fitness levels. Bring your yoga mat and please wear comfortable clothing.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 11
Wednesday 10:00am to 11:15am
Marta Majka (10:00am to 11:15am)
(Adelaide St, Room 11)10:45amC26 Create Family Memoirs⊗C26 Create Family MemoirsTutor: Sue RobbIn Microsoft Word, create your family memoirs. Learn to use the Dictate, Transcription, and Translation tools, also the reverse image lookup, and the Research tool. Search the Internet using advanced search tools. Put it all in a book that is well laid out, with family tree graphics, and photos and graphics that you can manipulate. Learn all of the latest Word techniques to make this all easy. Create emails or letters for all your relatives, telling them how to record their memories, and put the results in your book. No particular computer expertise needed. Minimum enrolment of three for course to run.
Venue: Creek St, Room 8
Wednesday 10:45am to 12:15pm
Sue Robb (10:45am to 12:15pm)
(Creek St, Room 8)11:00amJ25 Italian - Intermediate⊗J25 Italian - Intermediate (class full)Tutor: Barbara SteinerThis is an intermediate to advanced level class. We will be going through all aspects of the Italian language: pronunciation, grammar, listening, speaking, writing and reading in accordance with the class requirements and expectations. This course is designed for students who can already communicate effectively in Italian and have studied the basics of Italian grammar. It is necessary to have access to a computer, as homework is sent via email.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 15
Wednesday 11:00am to 12:30pm
(full) Barbara Steiner (11:00am to 12:30pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 15)X08 Experiencing China⊗X08 Experiencing China (class full)Tutor: Bryan IlesThis program provides the opportunity to study various aspects of China, including Chinese New Year, its legend, its importance and its impact on China. Other topics include study of the social and political structure of China, including the four forms of local government. Within each local government region, time is spent looking at the geography, location, economy and any other important features. There are topics such as infrastructure development: roads, railways, fast speed train network, airports and water resources. Living standards and lifestyle changes are discussed, with a particular emphasis on their rapid change.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 16
Wednesday 11:00am to 12:30pm
(full) Bryan Iles (11:00am to 12:30pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 16)11:15amJ218 Spanish - Continuing⊗J218 Spanish - ContinuingTutor: Robin LakeThis is not a beginners class. Enjoy learning the beautiful Spanish language by practising pronunciation, conversation, reading and writing.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 13
Wednesday 11:15am to 12:30pm
Robin Lake (11:15am to 12:30pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 13)J109 French - Basic Travelers' Conversation - Beginners (continuing)⊗J109 French - Basic Travelers' Conversation - Beginners (continuing)Tutor: Dominic VuThis one-year course, for absolute beginners, is a study of the French language and French-speaking cultures, with emphasis on the development of communicative skills and basic structures. Term 1 of the course covered basic French for travelers. The course combines in-class instruction and practice with self-paced study at home as guided by the tutor. Textbooks: "Talk French 1" and "Talk French 2", published by Pearson.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 18
Wednesday 11:15am to 12:30pm
Dominic Vu (11:15am to 12:30pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 18)11:30amJ97 Japanese - Elementary⊗J97 Japanese - Elementary (class full)Tutor: Jacqueline FernandesMembers in this class have completed basic Japanese language study. This class will continue to develop listening and conversational skills. Reading and writing components are included to enable structure of simple sentences. Students should be familiar with the Hiragana and Katakana scripts. Basic Kanji are introduced with an explanation of its important usage in the written language.
Venue: Creek St, Room 3
Wednesday 11:30am to 12:45pm
(full) Jacqueline Fernandes (11:30am to 12:45pm)
(Creek St, Room 3)E08 Arab-Israeli Dispute - Background⊗E08 Arab-Israeli Dispute - Background (class full)Tutor: Coral JohnsonIsrael/Palestine is in the news - again. What is the problem? Why is it so difficult to resolve? Where there is a mixture of religion, politics and strategic location, there's bound to be conflict and controversy. With the media limited to brief sound bites, emotive images and lack of context, this two-term course presents factors often overlooked. A PowerPoint presentation includes maps, documents and basic facts. Participants are encouraged to raise questions and join in discussions.
Venue: Creek St, Room 4
Wednesday 11:30am to 12:45pm
(full) Coral Johnson (11:30am to 12:45pm)
(Creek St, Room 4)M12 Famous Operas⊗M12 Famous OperasTutor: John DrewIf you love opera and want to understand the story iine better, then this class is for you. Each week we will discuss and watch a famous opera from the 19th Century. This will cover the characters and the story of the Opera - but not the musical structure of the Opera.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 11
Wednesday 11:30am to 12:45pm
John Drew (11:30am to 12:45pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 11)J03 Arabic for Beginners⊗J03 Arabic for BeginnersTutor: Michael OtagoDuring this series of structured classes, we will work on: 1. Learning the Arabic alphabet and its sounds; 2. Leaning to read and write read simple words and phrases in Arabic script; and 3. Mastering basic vocabulary, simple conversational phrases, and elementary grammar in spoken Arabic, specifically the Egyptian dialect of the language. No prior knowledge of Arabic is required.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 14
Wednesday 11:30am to 12:45pm
Michael Otago (11:30am to 12:45pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 14)12:30pmM09 Recorder Class for New Players⊗M09 Recorder Class for New PlayersTutor: Marion MacLaughlinThis is a beginner class for anyone who would like to play a recorder. You will need to have your own recorder and also to purchase a Tutor book.
Venue: Creek St, Room 5
Wednesday 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Marion MacLaughlin (12:30pm to 1:30pm)
(Creek St, Room 5)C01 Create your Own Obituary⊗C01 Create your Own ObituaryTutor: Sue RobbWrite what you want read out at your funeral or memorial service. Create a PowerPoint of your life, complete with music. Create the service of your choice, and how you want the handout to look. If you do not want a funeral or a memorial service, create what you want sent to your family and friends.
Venue: Creek St, Room 8
Wednesday 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Sue Robb (12:30pm to 2:00pm)
(Creek St, Room 8)1:00pmJ07 French - Fundamental, Introductory⊗J07 French - Fundamental, Introductory (class full)Tutor: Coral JohnsonThis is a four-term (one year) course based on the "BBC Talk French - Complete Course" with supplementary resources. Emphasis is on pronunciation, comprehension, fluency, and having fun. Enjoy learning to speak and read the beautiful French language while learning some history in the process.
Venue: Creek St, Room 4
Wednesday 1:00pm to 2:15pm
(full) Coral Johnson (1:00pm to 2:15pm)
(Creek St, Room 4)1:15pmJ179 French - Conversation for Advanced Beginners (continuing)⊗J179 French - Conversation for Advanced Beginners (continuing)Tutor: Dominic VuThis intermediate level course is a study of the French language and French-speaking cultures, with continued emphasis on the development of communicative skills and basic structures. The course combines in-class instruction and practice with self-paced study at home as guided by the tutor. Textbook: "Communication Progressive du Francais, niveau intermediaire, 2e edition".
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 18
Wednesday 1:15pm to 2:30pm
Dominic Vu (1:15pm to 2:30pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 18)1:30pmH31 100 Wonders of the World⊗H31 100 Wonders of the WorldTutor: Laurence SalmonThis course will cover various areas of cultures from around the world. It covers the wonders of ancient worlds and what they created and put in place to grow their communities and nations. The course covers in depth: the Ice Age, Egyptian, Asian Middle East, Latin American and European cultures. At the same time it covers both Greek and Roman events that allowed a pathway for growth into today. The course also covers monuments and buildings explored by Laurence and his wife over 40 years of travel.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 15
Wednesday 1:30pm to 2:45pm
Laurence Salmon (1:30pm to 2:45pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 15)Zoom Classes (Online)
10:00amX14 The Electric Car, then, now and later⊗X14 The Electric Car, then, now and laterTutor: John MurrayWith growing interest in electric vehicles, this course looks at the pragmatics of ownership, basic understandings and the technical and social contexts that have brought the electric car to popularity. It is now provided over 6 sessions namely: Wk1 The Electric Car: not a caterpillar with wings. Wk2 The Electric Car: common concerns. Wk3 The Electric Car: clean and green or dirty and mean. Wk4 The Electric Car: Mythinformation. Wk5 The Electric Car: coming, ready or not. Wk6 Alternating Currents: the rise and fall and rise again of the electric car.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Wednesday 10:00am to 11:30am
John Murray (10:00am to 11:30am)
J10 Chinese - Mandarin for Beginners Level 1⊗J10 Chinese - Mandarin for Beginners Level 1 (class full)Tutor: Joe SmithThis is a year-long course by Zoom for those who haven't studied Chinese before. There is only one Zoom login for the whole year. Each class is recorded, so you don't have to worry about missing any. I will show the textbook on screen in the class, so you don't need to buy it. We will focus on spoken Mandarin, the national language of China. Worldwide it's the second most spoken language after English. This class will teach participants spoken phrases and vocabulary, plus the importance of using proper "tones". We will use Pinyin for writing, which is the phonetic system used, e.g. on computers, to type the Chinese character
Venue: Online via Zoom
Wednesday 10:00am to 11:00am
(full) Joe Smith (10:00am to 11:00am)
11:00amJ80 German - Advanced Class 2⊗J80 German - Advanced Class 2 (class full)Tutor: Ivar StephensenFor those who want to develop their speaking, listening and reading skills in everyday German to an advanced level, or just maintain themselves at that level. The class uses Video-Thema, an interactive online series from Deutsche Welle, accessible at no cost via: https://learngerman.dw.com/de/video-thema/s-55861568 Video-Thema is safe to use and, for those who are continually on the go, even works on a smartphone. All class members get to speak and read aloud in German during classes. The course continues from the previous term, but places should be available for newcomers.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Wednesday 11:00am to 12:00pm
(full) Ivar Stephensen (11:00am to 12:00pm)
12:30pmJ58 Spanish Book Reading for Beginners⊗J58 Spanish Book Reading for BeginnersTutor: Ania BeyerIn Term 2, 2024, there will be yet more MYSTERY! We have not chosen so far the title to read in in April, May and June. But we know that it will be another adventure!Whatever book we choose, you will be able to find it on Amazon.com.au. If you have any questions about the course, please contact the tutor.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Wednesday 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Ania Beyer (12:30pm to 1:30pm)
1:30pmL02 Reading Contemporary Australian Women Poets⊗L02 Reading Contemporary Australian Women PoetsTutor: Judith KellerAustralian poetry today is in constant growth and evolution. There are new and emerging voices alongside Australia's accomplished poets. This class is for those who would like to read contemporary Australian poetry by women. Each week we will read a selection of poetry of Australian women poets from different cultural backgrounds, and pay attention to poetry's content, form, language and imagery. The emphasis will be on the multiple meanings we as readers may bring to a poem. Participants will need their own copy of the anthology, Best of Australian Poems 2023 (eds Gig Ryan and Panda Wong) to participate.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Wednesday 1:30pm to 2:45pm
Judith Keller (1:30pm to 2:45pm)
2:00pmE13 Economics and Finance for Everyone⊗E13 Economics and Finance for EveryoneTutor: Mark DaviesThis class is about understanding economics and finance and how it affects our day-to-day life, looking at current local and international events, the changes which are occurring, and those which may be required in the future. Class discussions are based on four articles which are distributed in advance. Prospective participants are welcome to contact the tutor for class details.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Wednesday 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Mark Davies (2:00pm to 3:30pm)
2:30pmJ187 German - Intermediate⊗J187 German - Intermediate (class full)Tutor: Ivar StephensenFor those who are already suitably competent in German and want to develop their speaking, listening and reading skills in everyday German to an intermediate level. The class uses Top-Thema, an interactive online series from Deutsche Welle accessible at no cost via: https://learngerman.dw.com/de/top-thema/s-55861562 Top-Thema is safe to use and, for those who are continually on the go, even works on a smartphone. All class members get to speak and read aloud in German during classes. The course continues on from the previous term, but places should be available for newcomers.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Wednesday 2:30pm to 3:30pm
(full) Ivar Stephensen (2:30pm to 3:30pm)
Southside
9:30amF03 Canasta Variation Hand and Foot⊗F03 Canasta Variation Hand and FootTutor: Yvonne MappasCome along to learn and play the variation of this game in a friendly and supportive class. Beginners and beyond welcome. Contact Tutor for venue details.
Venue: Club Southside
Wednesday 9:30am to 12:30pm
Yvonne Mappas (9:30am to 12:30pm)
(3 hours) (Club Southside)9:45amJ74 Italian Communication C⊗J74 Italian Communication CTutor: Kevin MahoneyThis is NOT a conversation class. We read short stories, newspaper articles, tourist brochures etc. We deliver, in Italian, class talks (both prepared and impromptu). Interested members must have completed at least six years with Kevin or elsewhere and must consult with Kevin before enrolling. The Village is at 398 Cavendish Rd, Coorparoo.
Venue: The Village Coorparoo
Wednesday 9:45am to 11:00am
Kevin Mahoney (9:45am to 11:00am)
(The Village Coorparoo)10:30amA49 Card Making for both beginners and experienced⊗A49 Card Making for both beginners and experiencedTutor: Linda TanLearn fabulous paper crafting techniques from an experienced and passionate card maker. All materials for two lovely projects will be provided on the day - you need to bring a tape runner adhesive (available from Spotlight, Lincraft), pencil, ruler, small sharp scissors and double-sided foam tape if you wish to add dimension to your projects. Tombow multi-purpose glue is also highly recommended. This is an opportunity to learn new skills, meet new friends and take away something special. Projects are seasonally based. Weeks may vary subject to availability of library. Email is my preferred form of contact.
Venue: Coopers Plains Library
Wednesday 10:30am to 12:30pm
4th Wednesday of the month.
Linda Tan (10:30am to 12:30pm)
(2 hours) (Coopers Plains Library)4th Wednesday of the month.
11:00amJ31 French Intermediate Immersion⊗J31 French Intermediate ImmersionTutor: June DewsTwo books are required - CLE International "Vite et Bien 1 - A1 A2: Methode rapide pour Adultes" and "Vite et Bien 2 - B1 [2nd edition] (Claire Miquel) - for this course. This course involves French intermediate immersion and has strong emphasis on verbs, grammar, key expressions and pronunciation by a native speaker of French. Students are encouraged to speak, read and write with confidence. If unsure of level, please phone teacher before enrolling in this course.
Venue: Carindale Library
Wednesday 11:00am to 12:30pm
June Dews (11:00am to 12:30pm)
(Carindale Library)12:00pmJ36 Italian Communication B⊗J36 Italian Communication BTutor: Kevin MahoneyThis is NOT a conversation class. We read short stories, newspaper articles, tourist brochures etc. We deliver talks, in Italian (both prepared and impromptu). Interested members must have completed at least four years with Kevin or elsewhere and must consult with Kevin before enrolling. The Village is at 398 Cavendish Road, Coorparoo.
Venue: The Village Coorparoo
Wednesday 12:00pm to 1:30pm
Kevin Mahoney (12:00pm to 1:30pm)
(The Village Coorparoo)