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October - November 2013 Newsletter– No.231
Melton Inc.
Learning for Pleasure
A volunteering, not for profit,
learning co-operative for
mature age people.
Some of the busy members from the Wednesday Art Group, photo 1,2 & 3,
Thursday Craft Group photo 4, Wednesday Scrabble Group photo 5 and the
Monday Computer Group photo 6.
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President: John Bermingham.
Ph; 9743 2048
Secretary: Jennifer Kiem.
U3A Melton Office:
Ph: 8746 2641
Web:www.u3amelton.com
Email:u3amelt@bigpond.com
Gate 1
Rear Victoria University
Rees Road
Melton South 3338.
PO Box 2020
Melton South 3338.
Registration No.A0025178H
Editor : Carolyn Hogg
President’s Message……………. Out And About - At Melton U3A
The funds from our Federal grant have been received and installation of the split air cooler/heat will begin in the
next few weeks in the computer room. This will be appreciated by members using the room as it currently is very
cold in winter and hot during summer.
Melton U3A was represented at two Seniors Week events on Wednesday 2nd October.
Secretary Jenny and I attended the launch of Seniors Week for the City of Melton. Held at the Caroline Springs
library we were entertained with live music, were well fed and had the chance to promote our U3A.
On Friday 4th October, Jenny and I represented U3A at the Seniors Dinner Dance, which is another great
opportunity for meeting people and promotion.
We are still enrolling new members, meaning our membership has continued to grow throughout the year.
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A movie group has been formed and was successfully launched on Monday 14th October.
Once again I ask all members to think about any course they would like to see, or run at U3A. Any idea will be
considered, as well as making members feel they are contributing.
The Djerriwarrah Festival will be held on 9th November and we will again be participating.
This a great event to display and sell our art and craft and promote u3a.
A list for volunteers will be in the lunch room, please try and help and be involved in your U3A
- John Bermingham
If you would like to contribute to the newsletter with news, a good joke, a story or poem you have written, or any
piece of useful information please send via email to: u3a.news.flyer@gmail.com
Public holiday: U3A will be closed on Tuesday November 4th being Melbourne Cup day...
AT THE MOVIES WITH U3A
The lights were down, the audience
seated and the smell of popcorn filled
the air.
Everything was in place for the first
of the Monday movies at U3A.
For the next 2 hours not a sound
from the audience as they watched
entranced, a movie none had seen
before, or even heard of.
The film shown, ‘Across The Universe,’
told a tale using music and lyrics of
the Beatles of the changes and
turbulence of the late 1960s.
Underneath the musical aspect, the
film told a tale of searching as well as
romance.
The movie ended, lights went up and
a stunned audience sat, several of
who were seen to wipe a tear from their
eye.
A great start to a new course!
Second Exercise Class
Ida has commenced another class
on Fridays 1pm to 2pm in the University lunch
room.
Walk across the drive opposite U3a main door
then take 2nd set of double doors to your left
(they open automatically) & walk straight ahead
through first room to the next room.
Voice Training
Has commenced with good attendance
with Dawn Rumble leading the group on
Thursdays at 1pm at u3a in Room 2.
Members, please remember the importance of
updating any relevant information to U3A; your
phone number, email address, home address etc.
Not been feeling well?
To any one who has not been feeling up to
par, or have partners who may be unwell,
we wish you and yours all the best and hope
you’ll be feeling better soon.
Birthday Wishes Oct-Nov.
Glenys Nicholls ~ Carol Oppermann
Vivienne Mudd
Jennifer Kiem ~ Gail Bourke
Margaret Veith ~ Derek Thompson
Heather Greenbank ~ Jane Sultana ~ Lillian Abbott
Anne Gatt ~ Anne Hodges ~ Denise Stembridge
Marion Mortensen ~ Allyson Watts
Members' General Meeting on Thursday October 24th 2013 at 12.00pm in room 1.
Guest Speaker will be Darren Cunningham who is the Leisure and Development Officer, with the
Melton City Council and he will give a talk on “Ageing well in Melton” All members welcome.
This will be followed by a Leaders Meeting at 12.30 pm and a Committee Meeting at 1.30pm.
Going to the cinema
On the 4th week of each month a
movie at Reading Cinemas Melton
will be arranged.
This will be a little flexible
depending on what is showing for
the month.
Please read notices on the boards
to keep up to date with these
events.
Christmas Breakup
at Eynesbury Homestead
Is on Friday December 6th.
Remember to write your name
on the advertisement on the notice
board at u3a if you will be attending.
Spouses and partners welcome.
U3A breaks up for
Christmas
on Friday
December 20th
and return at the
beginning of the
school year in
2014
Members were asked why they joined U3A so here are a few replies from the computer group...
"I enjoy coming in each week as the all the staff & students are friendly & welcoming . They make
computer jargon easy to understand. We learn at our own pace & no question is considered to be a
silly one." … Joanne
“As to why I go to computer class_ I didn't learn at school & am trying to keep up with technology & the
lessons have been most valuable teaching me the use of Word Programs for sending greeting card type
messages, correctly & easily writing letters, & also my small home office needs with XL Spreadsheet.
The class is fun & informal and whilst Thelma with Nola's assistance, provide structured lessons with
worksheets, explaining clear step by step procedures, they have also been able to help solve other "how to
do" problems outside of this format as I come across them.” … Cheers Lauren
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“I decided to join the computer class to fill in the Microsoft Office skills gaps I had identified after
leaving my employ.
In a normal office environment, if a problem happens, the person near you, (or the IT department)
usually has the answer, this no longer works when you are in the big bad world.” ... Gordon
A few sayings to think about.
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"A gentleman is one who puts more into the world than he takes out."
"The person who doesn't make mistakes is unlikely to make anything."
"Work for a cause, not for applause. Live life to express, not to impress. Don't strive to make your presence
noticed, just make your absence felt."
"Great people talk about ideas. Average people talk about things. Small people talk about other people."
"You can never be overdressed or overeducated."
MELTON COMMUNITY GARDEN
If you enjoy gardening and love to see the product of this relaxing pastime why not become a member of the
Melton community garden.
Meet other people with the same interests, have something to be enthused about, as there’s nothing like watching
and waiting to see the results of your work, time, nurturing and most of all the taste of home grown vegies and
fruit…
Not only these benefits but there’s a whole host of other aspects to be involved in, so make sure you read the
pamphlet that Jenny, our secretary has emailed you.
N.B. Don’t forget to attend the Farmer’s Market too.
The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber
The Melton Library would like to invite you to an evening to celebrate the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Be enthralled with some of the magical, musical songs from the productions of Cats, Phantom of the Opera and
Evita.
November 26th at 7pm at the Melton Library, 31 McKenzie Street. Call the library on 9747 5300. FREE of charge.
Bronnie Masefau - Creative Design
Bronnie is a working mum, the wife of a preacher, business owner and best-selling author. Her design
portfolio includes projects both locally, throughout Australia, as well as internationally.
Bronnie identifies as more of a homemaker rather than an interior designer. Her philosophy focuses on the ability
to create a backdrop for family events. It’s this enthusiasm that has led her to produce the beautiful books
‘Australian Vintage Living’ and ‘Inspiring Through Creative Design’ published in 2013. Come and hear about
Bronnie’s journey and her design ‘secrets’.
WHERE: Caroline Springs Library 193 Caroline Springs Boulevard WHEN: Wednesday, 13 Nov.
TIME:10am & 2.00pm @ Melton Library and Learning Hub 31 McKenzie St, Melton COST: FREE
Melton City Council presents Jane Austen: “as delightful a creature as ever appeared in print”
Celebrate 200 years of Jane Austen. A fully costumed one act play with the script based on Jane’s letters to her sister
Cassandra and the novel, Pride and Prejudice.
Enter a world of balls and assemblies, dancing and suppers, fashion and flirtation and handsome young men.
WHEN: Friday November 1, 2013 TIME: 2pm WHERE: Melton Library and Learning Hub
Address: 31 McKenzie Street, Melton COST: Free RSVP: Melton Library
Jane Austen was a fond of her heroines as we are.
When creating Elizabeth Bennett, Emma Woodhouse and Anne Eliot, she wrote of young ladies of spirit, and had a
different opinion of each .
Using excerpts from Jane’s letters and passages from her books, this is an opportunity to get to know the ladies in
question.
WHEN: Friday November 1, 2013 TIME: 11 am COST: Free
RSVP: Caroline Springs Library WHERE: Caroline Springs Library 193-201 Caroline Springs Boulevard Caroline
Springs.
Email: libraryevents@melton.vic.gov.au Phone: 9747 5300
N.B. These two Jane Austen events are on the same day, in case you would like to attend both.