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News and Upcoming Events...
U3A Redlands Musical Theatre present "Right Royal Ravers"
to be held at the Thornlands State School Hall, South Street, Thornlands on Sunday 17th June at 2.00pm
Tickets cost $10 each - available at the U3A Redlands Office or at the door on the day
Right Royal Ravers is a farcical, historical romp of drama, music and dance taking place during the period fo teh rule of Henry VIII and his daughter Elizabeth I.
A new Cinema Appreciation Group will be starting up on the 6 June. Meeting on the 1st Wednesday of the month at Cineplex Victoria Point foyer for 9.50am. The group will meet once a month to view, discuss and appreciate films. To find out more contact the U3A Redlands office on 3821 3888.
Coin and Stamp Group
The June Coin and Stamp Group meeting will be on Thursday 21st June, meeting at the Uniting Church Small Hall, Passage St. Cleveland at 2.00pm.
This months subject is "A Decade - in the 1970's"
New Spanish Classes starting Term 3 at Victoria Point Library.
Mondays 1.30 pm - 3.30 pm and Fridays 1.30 pm - 3.30 pm. For further information contact the U3A Redlands Office to be put in touch with the Tutor, Beverley Ross.
Mahjong Moreton Shores - Tuesday Group
We are pleased to advise that this group is now able to cater for learners and any member who wishes to join the group. We are a very 'sociable' bunch and extend an invite to any Mahjong player, experienced or not.
Please contact the U3A Redlands office on 3821 3888 for the tutors contact details.
A Brief History of DNA - a series of 6 talks by Dr George Chapman
19 July - Cracking the Genetic Code
26 July - The Genetic Engineers Toolbox
2 August - Harvesting the Gene
9 August - Designing Magic Bullets
16 August - Its all in our DNA
23 August - Brave New World
The talks are being held at 9.30am until 11.30am on 6 successive Thursdays in Term 3 at TAFE Alexandra Hills Campus. Entry $4, tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided.
To register your interest please contact the U3A Redlands Office on 3821 3888 or email
This is a U3A Redlands District Inc. activity
The Paper Quilling Class has spaces available, beginners always welcome. This group meets at the Capalaba Library each Friday 2.00pm - 4.00pm. Contact the office to be put in touch with the Tutor, John Yanni.
U3A Choir - Redlands U3A Singers
Annual Concert
On Saturday June 23rd commencing 2pm
Entry : $10 at the door including afternoon tea
The programme is a varied one of light music, with some well known songs including a selection that were popular during the first World War.
Conductor : Margaret Ward Accompanist : Judith Johnson
The U3A Breakfast Group will meet on Sunday morning the 24 of June at the RSL, Middle Street, Cleveland for 8.30am. All welcome.
The following meeting of the U3A Breakfast Group will be on Sunday 29 July at the Espresso Bar, next to the Victoria Point Library for 8.30am.
Beginners Lawn Bowls at Cleveland for Term 3
Come along and learn how to play Lawn Bowls commencing Tuesday 17 July 1.00 - 2.30pm at the Cleveland Bowls Club. Contact the office for more details.
Overview
U3A, short for the University of the Third Age, provides members with affordable education and the opportunity to study and learn in a relaxed environment. The U3A approach to instruction is informal and study groups are attended by an experienced tutor. There are no prerequisites required to join classes and no exams or formal assessments of students. Redlands U3A provides activities and classes covering a range of different subjects. Peruse our list of courses and find that subject that has always interested you but you never had the time to do.
How do I join?
You can apply for membership by completing our online form and then paying your application fee by EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer).
Alternatively, you can download and print our membership application form and bring the completed form and payment to our office during office hours.
For more information on joining U3A Redlands and attending classes, please read our Frequently Asked Questions.