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New and returning convenors for 2016

29/2/2016

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Six new programs, with six new or returning convenors, have now commenced and submitted their first newsletter reports for the year: 
  • Bird Watching (Kathy Costello)
    A new activity for those who would like to know more about birds in the Benalla district, would appreciate help in identifying birds and can bring along a pair of binoculars. 
  • Brain Games (Elspeth Maconachie)
    It is well established that new skills can help build brain pathways with benefits for memory, confidence, happiness and even falls prevention.  Brain Games will offer a variety of entertaining and informative ways to challenge, inform and exercise your brain. 
  • Collectors (Judith Borthwick)
    A new group for those who enjoy collecting and are prepared to show their collection to others.  Interested members who don’t have their own collection are also welcome to attend.
  • Play Reading (Keith Rogers)
    An interactive group for those who have always enjoyed drama and going to the theatre and for those who have  had previous experience in a theatre environment, or always wanted to.  The group will read chosen plays in a relaxed classroom setting.  
  • Rail and Tourism (Bill Dewing)
    Join Bill Dewing for an armchair rail tour of South West Canada and North West America.  Seven sessions, each featuring a DVD.
  • Tech Savvy Drop In (Bev Lee and Tech Savvy mentors)
    A monthly ‘drop in’ group for members keen to develop computer skills and solve problems which come up when using their computer, laptop, tablet or mobile phone.  Mentors from the Tech Savvy group will provide one on one assistance; small group tuition or refer on to local IT specialists if required.

The Executive Committee/Programs Committee usually hold a Convenors' meeting in first Semester.  It's on the drawing board - more news later! 
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Getting ready for 2016 - a reality check!

9/2/2016

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Enrolment days have been and gone and we are now into Week 2 of the timetable.  It's a busy time for convenors new and old.  Last week I was involved in helping plan for and support the Playreading group; tomorrow I'm convening the Tech Savvy Group; next Monday 'Writing Workshop', then next Wednesday the new 'Tech Savvy Drop In' session.  Going to someone else's group as a participant comes as quite a relief! 

New courses/activities 'Playreading', 'Collectors', 'Brain Games', 'Birdwatching', 'Tech Savvy Drop In' and 'Rail and Tourism' have added variety to our U3A program and are proving popular.  A big question though - will there be enough chairs in W4??? 

The website has been updated for the New Year, with revised details on each course/group page, some new photos, and some early contributions from some convenors to refer on to their group members.   A reminder to convenors - don't forget to take photos from time to time to add to the website/newsletter.  Also, don't forget the newsletter report due at midday on the fourth Monday - in this case the 22nd February. 

Another question to think about - do you have the photocopier number?  Did someone remember the milk?  Other considerations...will the photocopier work?  Is the urn going to boil just in time?

Keith Rogers put it well during the Playreading group when he reflected that even if he is standing up looking confident and has done this sort of thing before, inside he's still quite worried and anxious that people will engage with the group and that it will go well. 

So, as I go back to my planning for tomorrow (fingers crossed!), I'd like to wish my fellow convenors all the best for the coming year!

Bev Lee
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