John and Angela Le Mare were in Europe in January for the 46th Monte Carlo International Circus Festival. This was the fifteenth time they had attended the festival and it was the last time they will be going. Angela has made a film showing some of the highlights of the festival. They are no longer […]
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WORLD FAMOUS PEOPLE AND THEIR ILLNESSES
World famous people and their illnesses – how they may have affected the course of our world’s history Discussions will reflect on such events as Napoleon at Waterloo, Nelson at Trafalgar, Roosevelt/Stalin/Churchill at Yalta, JFK to name a few. About the Speaker: KEVIN ALFORD Cardiologist and Physician O. A. M.M.B., B.S. (Hons) UNSW SYD. F.R.A.C.P. […]
Read moreShakespeare for Groundlings 2024
SHAKESPEARE FOR GROUNDLINGS* Susan Roberts MONDAY, 8 April to MONDAY 17 June 2024 Margaret Christie Studio 9AM-11AM RESEARCHING SIR FRANCIS BACON THE SECRET OF SHAKE-SPEARE Conspiracy Theory: you are all familiar with the term. It is a label which has been used, by some, as a description of content relating to my course. Therefore, I […]
Read moreCryptic Crosswords Beginners & Learners
Tutor: Toni Koppi 9:30 – 11:30 Monday Language Room Do you find cryptic crossword clues mostly nonsense? Would you like to learn about the different types of clues and how to interpret and solve them? Do you want to engage in a mental activity that can be challenging and involves lateral thinking? This course, however, […]
Read morePoetry 2024
Tutor: Barbara Vines 9:00a.m.- 11:00a.m. Mondays 26 February – 25 March 2024 Margaret Christie Studio We will begin by looking at a selection of poems based on a particular theme by various authors including a brief look at poetic form and structure, as well as poems selected by group members to share for discussion. Group […]
Read moreThis is your life… how to get your memoir published
You will learn everything you need to know about memoirs; WHY write a memoir? HOW to write a memoir? WHEN will the memoir be complete? WHO will publish my memoir into a book? Whether you are tech savvy or not, a memoir can be produced using many formats. Alison will explain the intricate details in […]
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Without our wonderful volunteers U3A noosa wouldn’t be the hive of activity we all know and love. Almost everyone volunteers their time and talents including the management committee, receptionists, admin staff and tutors. Occasionally we introduce you to one of these hard-working people who contribute so selflessly to the smooth running of U3A noosa and […]
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