Intellectual activity, the achievement of learning something new & the stimulus of new ideas, are as important as physical activity as we age.

For the past 20 years, the Shoalhaven University of the Third Age (U3A) has played an important role in providing mental stimulation after retirement.

It offers approximately 100 Courses in a 4-term calendar year, ranging from one-off, 2 hour sessions on almost any topic, to 8 week language (French, German, Latin), watercolour painting etc.

Many of the tutors are members - with a wealth of knowledge to share - but speakers from outside sources also provide valuable information on health, safety, medical, optical, legal etc. issues for seniors.

A variety of light-hearted & social Courses is also on offer, including a Lunch Club, Singing for Fun, Classical Music, Book Talk & Screening of Movie Classics.

Currently, members pay a joining fee of $1, an annual fee of $10 & are invited to attend any Course at a minimal cost of $4 for a one-off. Prospective members should not be deterred by the term «University» - there are no academic prerequisites to join - & no tests!

Your enquiries are most welcome at our office -
5/48 Berry Street, Nowra (opposite Roxy Cinema)
By phone: 4423.2886
Or e-mail: u3ashoalhaven@shoal.net.au

U3A Links:
U3A Shoalhaven * U3A Network NSW

{from a piece in the Shoalhaven & Nowra News May 1977}.
Mother Nature has certainly looked kindly for centuries upon the magnificent beach at Shoalhaven Heads, generously providing it with golden sands and strong, exciting waves.
Long before the days of David Berry and the district's pioneers the waves constantly pounded the beachfront with a firm but tolerant understanding.
And the sounds of the winds and gales were part of the normal weather cycle.
The area to most people Nowra people is best known as the important opening to the Pacific Ocean through which the waters of the great Shoalhaven River enter the sea. (Editor: But not anymore)
Flooding on the lower parts of the delta has occurred and while temporary concern, of course, has been expressed most residents of Shoalhaven Heads claim the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.

But now all this has changed!

Shoalhaven Heads, a little centre close to Nowra, known for its excellent beach, oysters and pleasant surrounds, has a big problem. The beach is disappearing!
And what is left is being covered in some eerie way by thousands of pieces of logs and debris from upstream Shoalhaven River.
A comfortable walk up and down the beach is now almost impossible. Also the diminution of sand and erosion caused by various forces has placed the $100,000 plus Shoalhaven Heads Surf Lifesaving Clubhouse within three metres of falling into the sea.
The shire council already has spent many thousands of dollars trying to stop the erosion to save the clubhouse, but one wonders whether the great forces of Nature are going to prove unconquerable.
Council must face this possibility before it spends more money in beach patch-work.

The Shoalhaven City Arts Centre is a vibrant and creative arts centre located in Nowra. Its facilities include four exhibition galleries, a gallery shop, conference and workshop rooms. Exhibitions feature works from national and regional collections, the Shoalhaven City Collection and specifically curated shows and exhibitions by Shoalhaven artists and community.

It presents art, musical performance, film, multimedia and community events on a regular basis and also encourages arts-focused activities and events aimed at development, access and education for the use and enjoyment of the entire community. There is no charge for entry to the galleries.

The Shoalhaven City Arts Centre was developed and refurbished by Shoalhaven City Council with funding support from the NSW Ministry of the Arts and the Australian Government Regional Partnerships Program. The Shoalhaven City Arts Centre is a member of the Regional Galleries Association, NSW.

Opening Hours:
Open: Tuesday to Friday 10am–4pm, Saturday 11am–3pm
Closed: Sunday, Monday, Good Friday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day

Contact Details:
Ph: 02 4422 0648
12 Berry Street, Nowra NSW 2541
www.shoalhavenartscentre.com.au

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