Take a Well Deserved Bow for a Great Performance!

Published on November 2, 2023, updated on November 2, 2023
Category: Latest News

Our performers in action – from left to right: Genevieve, Frank, John, Don, Wilma, Michelle, Peter (guitar), Jim

On Tuesday, 15 August, our Multi-instrumental Group performed at St. Vincent’s Nursing Home in Eltham.

We put on an amazing concert featuring Australian rock standards and vocal music from all over the world. The culmination was when all the residents and carers sang an Australian medley together.

Members involved included Michelle Leong (vocals, ukulele), John Liew (guitar, vocals), Don Lam (guitar), Frank Foley (vocals, kazoo, ukulele), Wilma Pontefract (keyboard), Jim (The Bassman) Maunder, Genevieve Richardson (ukulele) and me.

St. Vincent’s residents enjoying our musical contribution.

Thanks to all our great performers, well done!

Peter Simondson

Tutor – Multi-instrumental Group

POSTSCRIPT

On the 23rd of October the Multi Instrumental Group played at Wantirna Views.

It was a great performance featuring songs like Jamaican Farewell, San Francisco, Mocking Bird, and Bye Bye Blackbird to mention only a few.

Here are some photos from the performance:

Upcoming Seminars
The Seminar schedule for the remainder of 2024 is now available.
PDF From Healthy Eating Habits in Seniors
Dr Mitra Zarrati recently presented on this topic to a U3AM Seminar. She has now provided a PDF of her notes on this topic.
Thank You Milly Ching for Your Years of Volunteer Service
After 10 years of service as Curriculum Manager, Millie has retired from the Committee of Management. This article reviews her work during these years as an acknowledgement of her outstanding service.
Thank You Ruth Foxwell For Your Years of Volunteer Service
After 13 years of service as Office Manager and then as Enrolment Manager, Ruth has retired from the Committee of Management. This article reviews her work during these years as an acknowledgement of her outstanding service.
New English (ESL) Course starting in Term 2
This course is designed for those wanting to improve their English language skills in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
New Music Course starting in Term 2
This monthly course will appeal to music lovers who enjoy listening, singing and maybe even dancing to the songs of yesteryear.
Position Vacant: Treasurer of U3AM Committee of Management
U3A members are invited to register their interest in taking up the position of Treasurer. We are looking for a person with administrative experience specifically in financial management and interested in the position of Treasurer.
President’s Message
President David McNamara notes the busy start we’ve had to 2024, invites one or more volunteers to take on the role of Function and Catering Coordinator, and gives notice of an emergency evacuation drill later in February.
Vale Margaret Murphy
A touching tribute to Margaret Murphy, who established the Reading for Pleasure book group in 1998.
Humans of U3A
Many U3A members have led exciting and interesting lives. In this new section for the newsletter, we’d like to share some of your experiences with the broader U3A community. Get in touch if you’d like to be involved.
Exercise and the Ageing
Warwick Wright emphasises the importance of keeping our bodies and brains active as we get older.
History – From History to Science
From History to Science is a new course at U3AM this year. Tutor Andrew Leopold has provided information about the range of topics available for the class.

Term 2 Begins	Mon 15 Apr 2024
Newsletter Deadline	Sun 21 Apr 2024
Tutor's Meeting and buffet luncheon.	Thu 23 May 2024 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Term 2 Finishes	Fri 21 Jun 2024

U3A Manningham

Take a Well Deserved Bow for a Great Performance!

POSTSCRIPT

Term Dates

Contact Us

Supporters

U3A Manningham

POSTSCRIPT

Government of Victoria

City of Manningham

Learn Local

U3A Network