COVID-19
Groups have been meeting face-to-face again. Under Level 2, a Spring Seminar Series will be held. U3A members should continue to observe social distancing and good hygiene practices. For the latest information on COVID-19, visit https://www.health.govt.nz
U3A Manawatu the first 20 years
This book, a history of U3A Manawatu researched and written by Carol Phillips, is available now for $10 a copy plus $4.50 pp. You can download further information and guidelines on how to purchase a copy here.
Collectors’ Circle
Spring Seminar Series
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Sketching Group vacancies
There are 2 vacancies in the Sketching Group which meets at 10am on the 3rd Monday each month. If interested, please contact Pauline Wellwood on 356 1977 or dandpwellwood@slingshot.co.nz
Call for expressions of interest: JAZZ and BIG BAND
Are you interested in Jazz and Big Band music? If you think you would like to join this proposed new group, please contact John Ward by phone 358 7117 or email contact@gramophoneroom.co.nz
ZOOM – video and audio conferencing, chat and webinars
Michael Lawrence is happy to help members one-on-one if they need help setting up or using Zoom. Please contact him by email preferably on michael.lawrence97@gmail.com or ring 323 2456.
Recording & Broadcast Group
Now has a weekly programme on Manawatu People’s Radio. It is called “Manawatu Conversations” and focuses primarily on oral history. It is broadcast on Tuesdays at 1pm on 999AM. You can also hear the station here, or follow the link on the station’s web page: http://www.mpr.nz/. Past episodes are available as podcasts here. Queries to kstuartbirks@gmail.com
Membership Administrator
Merle Smillie has taken over membership administration from Larry Haist, on the U3A Manawatu Committee. Merle can be contacted at 357 0778 or merleiansmillie@xtra.co.nz.