GRAAFF-REINET NEWS - Anziske Kayster, managing director of the Graaff-Reinet Museum, enjoyed a delightful visit from extinguished guests from Plettenberg Bay on Thursday 4 August.
“The Graaff-Reinet Museum was delighted to host members of the University of the Third Age (U3A) Plettenberg Bay branch, during their recent visit,” said Kayster.
The group enjoyed a two-hour guided tour of Reinet House, the Military Museum, Urquhart House and the Old Residency, where the well-informed staff of the museum complex presented the tours.
“A special word of thanks goes to Prof Johannes Haarhoff for leading the tour at the Military Museum.
The visit sparked many discussions, as the U3A members posed numerous questions, all of which Haarhoff answered with great detail and insight,” said Kayster.
What is the U3A?
The University of the Third Age is a non-profit organisation for "third agers", ie, retired people or senior citizens.
The organisation started in France in 1968 and now has branches in over 36 countries.
There are more than 28 branches in South Africa including five in the Johannesburg area. Members of any U3A branch may join functions at any other branch worldwide.
Moreover, information about some of the activities of other branches and links to live-recorded zoom sessions are circulated to members.
In addition to a monthly lecture programme, the U3A has a number of small groups that cater for people with a variety of interests. These groups meet in private homes or agreed venues under the guidance of a course leader.
Usually R10 is charged to cover the cost of refreshments, although some courses may request a larger fee to cover costs such as paper and printing.
Most course activities are held during the day. At U3A, learning is for pleasure.
No qualifications are required for admission, and nobody is awarded, as fellowship and love of learning are the focus of the organisation, without the pressure of exams or qualifications.
The “third age” refers to that wonderful phase of life that follows full-time work and family responsibilities – a time for personal growth, learning, and new adventures.
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