U3A Hawthorn, established in 1984, is a nonprofit, community, self-help organization which provides a range of adult education courses, recreational activities and excursions for retired and semi-retired people. U3A Hawthorn was established for people in their third age who are over the age of 55 and are retired or are semi-retired. Our mission is to provide opportunities for seniors to learn, teach, share and to give mutual support to each other in a friendly and warm environment, regardless of ethnicity, religion, ability or disability. Our courses cover a wide range of interest areas, from academic to physical and artistic activities. Our members enjoy both the intellectual engagement and the social aspect of our courses.

Our book group meets the last Thursday of each month. All welcome.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro in the kitchen or just starting to explore gluten-free options, this class is for YOU.
Learn how to prepare safe, affordable, healthy and delicious gluten-free meals for coeliacs!
Free recipe to take home and try each week.

Mon 1pm - 3pm
T1: 16 Feb - 23 Mar (5wks, nc 9/3)
T2: 4 May - 1 Jun (5wks)

Thursdays 1pm - 3pm
February 19, 2026 - March 19, 2026
May 7, 2026 - June 4, 2026

Learn how to use a variety of hand tools to fix minor repairs at home.

Covers language of fixing things around the house and shows you how, including: drilling holes into different surfaces; fixing squeaky hinges, winter-proofing the home, clearing blocked drains, caulking joints, understanding fuse boxes and more.

A practical and supportive group.