Community Groups
U3A Hastings Inc
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U3A is the title adopted internationally to describe groups of older people who join together to enjoy further learning of any subject of their choice. The University of the Third Age uses the word "university" in it's original sense meaning a gathering for the pleasure of learning.
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Contact Details
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| Address | 6/1232 Howard Street |
| City/Town | Hastings 4122 |
| District Health Board Area | Hawke's Bay |
| Phone | (06) 870 4146 |
| Manager | Margery Adcock (Phone: 870 4146) |
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Updated: 16 Mar 2008 |
Community Group Types
| Community Group Types | Status | Details |
| Community Organisations |
Yes |
Each U3A is autonomous, but a subscription to one allows you to join courses at any of the 3 HB groups. Convenors and members plan courses in response to members' interest. |
| Fitness and Recreation |
Yes |
Members are encouraged to carry out research in their own time and in their own time and at their own pace. Groups usually meet during the day often in private homes, but some larger groups meet in rented public rooms. |
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Updated: 2 Feb 2010 |
Description
U3A is a world -wide organisation which began in the 70's and reached Hawkes Bay in 1992. In Hastings, U3A sets up groups which meet mainly in private homes to study a wide variety of subjects. Some recreational and interest groups which provide social contact are also available.
The annual subscription is $10 and this allows members to join as many groups as they wish. The only other cost might be for refreshments and photocopied material in some groups.
A Coffee Morning is held several times a year for members of all groups to get to know each other and enjoy a talk by an invited speaker. |
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Updated: 16 Mar 2008 |
Special Features
U3A Hastings Study Groups 2009 - 17study groups.
Art History, Book Discussions, Classical Music on Video, German for Beginners,Genealogy, Italian, Life & Times of ..., Literature, Opera on Video, Places on our Planet, Social Anthroplogy, Social History, Understanding the Mad Hatter, Wonder of Words, Word Games & Brain Games, World Affairs, Writing
Interest Groups - 8 Interest groups
DIY Art & Sketching, Painting & Sketching, Gardening, Lunch A, Lunch B, Mahjong, Table Games, Travel |
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Updated: 15 Mar 2010 |
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
| English |
Yes |
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Updated: 16 Mar 2008 |
Companionship
| Companionship | Self Funded | Subsidised | After Hours | |
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| Activities/Exercise Programme |
No |
Yes |
No |
15 study groups |
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Updated: 16 Mar 2008 |
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