From taking a look at the science behind the news, to human anatomy and maths for everyday life, U3A Hawthorn offers courses that are interesting, practical and 'non-scary'! Become a member of U3A Hawthorn to access these and over 100 other courses and activities.

Take a course to learn about history, world cultures, law, economics, philosophy and more. Become a member of U3A Hawthorn to access these and over 100 other courses and activities. Cost $50 per year.

Come and play bridge, mah jong, scrabble, chess or even learn how to solve a cryptic crossword. All wonderful ways to keep your mind active and have fun. Beginners as well as expert levels available. Become a member of U3A Hawthorn to access these and over 100 other courses and activities.

Meet other people and build friendships over the discovery of new books that’ll expand your mind and your world.

This group meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month (regardless of school holidays) from 7:30 to 9 pm.

Learn how to speak Italian! Class covers reading, writing, grammar and conversation. Classes for beginner, intermediate and advanced students.

Learn how to do cryptic crossword puzzles for some fantastic mental exercise! Online sessions via zoom. Two sessions run on Monday. The morning session runs from 10:30 am to 11:30 am and is for participants who have experience doing cryptic crosswords, and the afternoon session runs from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm and is for participants who have experience doing cryptic crosswords. Cost: $40, and you must be a member to participate ($15 per year for adults).

Writing can be an isolating pursuit! Join a friendly local group of writers to connect with like-minded people and have an opportunity to write together, support each other and, if time permits, to share excerpts from writing.

As a new group, this group will evolve to suit the needs of the participants. The group will provide a regular writing commitment which can be challenging to have with our busy lives. There will be a brief break to support social interaction.

This group is not a tutored class and will not provide formal writing instruction. Held on Wednesday afternoons from 1.00pm to 3.00pm.

Have all your technology related questions answered in a relaxed one-on-one setting with one of our patient and relaxed Digital Mentors. These sessions are run in-Centre, however you are welcome to book a phone appointment if you prefer.

Part book group, part literature class. Booklovers, come along to our tutor-lead discussion.