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Interest groups

Many of our interest groups operate without a formal structure, allowing you to enrol at any time. Check out what's available.

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Arts and Film

Interest group Description Dates Frequency
Art at Cook
Limited Vacancies
Open to artists who enjoy working as a group. With various mediums and genres. Helping each other on the creation of their artwork. Under the guidance of Peter Tilney, who has an appreciation... » Monday Feb 2 to Dec 14, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:30 pm)
Art at Flynn
Vacancies
This is a self directed group with no tutor. We work across a range of media and learn from each other » Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 17, 2026 Weekly
(1:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Art Workshop 2
Vacancies
Participants in this workshop decide their direction with assistance from tutor Jill Mail » Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 8, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Art Workshop 3
Vacancies
This is a self directed group with no tutor » Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 8, 2026 Weekly
(1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Make a Mark 4
Vacancies
A group of relatively experienced artists (no tutor) with a focus on projects that provide paintings to charities for fundraising, eg RSPCA, Pegasus, Defence Community Dogs. The Group... » Friday Feb 6 to Dec 11, 2026 Weekly
(1:00 pm - 3:30 pm)
Make a Mark MAM 1 2017
Limited Vacancies
A continuing Art group that enjoys exploring different techniques and subjects for expression in their visual Artwork. The group has since its inception undertaken numerous art projects,... » Monday Feb 2 to Dec 14, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Monday Films
Vacancies
View a film to be followed by refreshments and discussion at a nearby café. Check your email on the Thursday prior for information. Pay at the cinema or book online prior to the session.... » Monday Feb 16 to Nov 16, 2026 Monthly
(10:00 am - 2:30 pm)
Sharing Films in 2026
Vacancies
At the end of each term members produce a program of films for the following term. Individuals or small groups present and lead discussions of film/s they wish to explore. There is... » Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 16, 2026 Weekly
(1:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Yass U3A Art Group
Limited Vacancies
A group of like-minded artists at all levels, enjoying each other's company, and assisting each other's progress. Participants work at their own levels in the mediums of their... » Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 10, 2026 Weekly
(12:15 pm - 3:00 pm)

Current Affairs

Interest group Description Dates Frequency
Current Affairs - Goodwin Village Farrer
Vacancies
Current Affairs group with a membership of 35-66. Most weeks there is a guest speaker with Q&A. Guest speakers have included: ANU academics, politicians, political commentators, civic... » Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 9, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Current Issues, Ideas and Opinions (VIRTUAL COURSE)
Vacancies
Virtual by Zoom. Each week a group member chairs our informal discussion on 3-4 articles available online. Discussion topics cover a wide range in politics, government, finance, world... » Thursday Jan 29 to Dec 10, 2026 Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:15 pm)
Discussing "Dissent"
Vacancies
"Discussing Dissent" was set up 30 years ago to discuss articles from a now defunct magazine called Dissent. Today it is a forum to raise and debate issues that interest its members.... » Tuesday Feb 10 to Dec 15, 2026 Weekly
(09:30 am - 12:00 noon)
Reading Australian First Nations' Writers Book Group Northside
Vacancies
Do you want to understand more about the past and present experiences of Australian First Nations' Peoples? Join this group to read and discuss Indigenous (auto)biographies, novels,... » Friday Feb 27 to Nov 27, 2026 4th Friday of the month
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Reading Australian First Nations' Writers Book Group Southside
Vacancies
Do you want to understand more about the past and present experiences of Australian First Nations' Peoples? Join this book group to read and discuss Indigenous (auto)biographies, novels,... » Monday Mar 2 to Dec 7, 2026 Monthly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Taboo Topics
Vacancies
Taboo Topics is a discussion forum held on a weekly basis. The program is participant driven, drawing on current issues in Australia and the world. In the current context the group... » Thursday Jan 29 to Dec 10, 2026 Weekly
(1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
The World of Issues, Ideas and Opinion Group 1
Limited Vacancies
Ongoing weekly discussion group based on articles published in print and online. Topics cover issues in politics, government, the environment, the arts and communication. Members... » Thursday Jan 22 to Dec 10, 2026 Weekly
(09:45 am - 11:45 am)

English Language and Literature

Interest group Description Dates Frequency
Crime Fiction - Discussion Group
Limited Vacancies
Crime fiction is explored by having sessions on topics, authors and/or sub-genres with a reading guide. Discussions each month are led by a member and participants talk about the book... » Tuesday Feb 24 to Dec 22, 2026 4th Tuesday of the month
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Discovery Readers Group
Limited Vacancies
Are you a book enthusiast who enjoys reading and engaging in book discussions but are hesitant to join traditional book clubs due to their mandatory reading lists? With Discovery Readers... » Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 15, 2026 1st and 3rd Tuesdays in the month
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Last Thursday Book Club (VIRTUAL COURSE)
Limited Vacancies
Participate in a book club from the convenience of your home. We meet online on the last Thursday morning of the month to discuss the Libraries ACT 'Book of the Month'. Copies of... » Thursday Jan 29 to Nov 26, 2026 Monthly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Play Reading for Pleasure (Mawson)
Limited Vacancies
An informal group that meets weekly to read and discuss a wide selection of plays, radio and TV scripts together with occasional visits to on screen plays in cinemas as well as live... » Monday Feb 9 to Dec 14, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Play Reading (Woden)
Limited Vacancies
A friendly group who enjoy reading plays of all genres. Plays are selected by group members who then present their chosen plays. Scripts are sourced from The Victorian Drama League... » Thursday Jan 29 to Dec 10, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Poetry Appreciation (VIRTUAL COURSE)
Vacancies
For all who enjoy reading and discussing poetry. The group has operated over many years and runs mostly like a book group with individual members offering selections from poets or poetic... » Wednesday Jan 21 to Nov 18, 2026 Monthly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Reading Shakespeare
Limited Vacancies
This is a self directing group with individual members presenting and leading the discussion on a play. We endeavour to read all the plays and to include the poems and sonnets as we... » Tuesday Jan 27 to Dec 11, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Worthy Words
Vacancies
A group for people who enjoy reading and discussing books. Participants choose books from the ACT Library Book Club Service. One book is presented and discussed a month. » Wednesday Apr 8 to Dec 9, 2026 Monthly
(11:30 am - 1:00 pm)

History

Interest group Description Dates Frequency
Aspects of Military History
Vacancies
This ongoing course, which is run as an adjunct to the activities of the Military Historical Society of Australia, addresses different topics each week across a wide and varied range... » Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 10, 2026 Weekly
(2:30 pm - 4:30 pm)
Australian History 'A' Group
Vacancies
History of Australia from Prehistory to European settlement to recent times. Topics covered include Art, Architecture, Antiques, Literature, First Nations Prehistory and History, Local... » Tuesday Apr 21 to Nov 24, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Australian History - Dickson Group
Vacancies
Learn more about the people, places and events which make up Australian History. Class members and visiting speakers present sessions, often with the use of PowerPoint, in a friendly... » Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 1, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Australian History Group -Yass
Vacancies
The course is designed for people who are interested in local and other aspects of Australian History particularly involving people, places and events of historical significance. Members... » Thursday Mar 5 to Dec 3, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Curious Minds
Vacancies
Are you curious? If you are, you will find this course fascinating. We meet once a week in school terms to hear talks on an eclectic and diverse range of subjects. The talks are given... » Friday Sep 18 to Nov 6, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Japan and Korea - Culture Through Literature and Film (VIRTUAL COURSE)
Vacancies
For people who have an interest in Japan and Korea and want to find out more about these countries, their history and culture. Starting with Japan, the aim is to increase our shared... » Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 16, 2026 1st and 3rd Wednesdays in the month
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Let's talk history : Seminar Series 5
Vacancies
This fifth seminar series will discuss the legacy of the Nobel peace prize, capitalism and Sustainability? Case studies in political instability, Magna Carta, the media's approach... » Thursday Oct 8 to Dec 10, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)

Languages

Interest group Description Dates Frequency
Advanced French Conversation Belconnen (formerly Intermediate French Conversation Belconnen)
Limited Vacancies
A group for those who can converse comfortably in French on topics of personal interest, and on current affairs. The audio and text of the bulletin to be discussed are circulated in... » Monday Jan 19 to Dec 21, 2026 Weekly
(09:45 am - 11:45 am)
French Continuing.
Limited Vacancies
We are a self-directed group focussing on conversation, study of a novel selected by members, grammar revision and dictation. » Tuesday Feb 3 to Nov 24, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
French Conversation
Vacancies
Informal and friendly conversation group for members who have enough knowledge of the French language to understand others and to be prepared to speak themselves. » Monday Feb 2 to Nov 30, 2026 Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
French Conversation Group
Vacancies
French conversation for those who are confident, if rusty, in French conversation. This is not a course of instruction. It is for those who wish to maintain their level of French conversation... » Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 16, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 11:00 am)
French Through Song
Vacancies
These French classes aim to explore the French language through French songs. They aim to offer an opportunity to expand cultural and linguistic knowledge of French. The program aims... » Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 17, 2026 1st and 3rd Thursdays in the month
(1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Indonesian 2 - Intermediate
Limited Vacancies
This course provides for continuing study of the language and cultures of Indonesia beyond elementary level. Participants are required to have a reasonable knowledge of Bahasa Indonesia.... » Friday Feb 6 to Dec 4, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Indonesian 3 - Advanced
Vacancies
This course is aimed at those who are reasonably fluent in Bahasa Indonesia, and who wish to practise listening, speaking and reading skills as well as furthering their knowledge in... » Friday Feb 6 to Dec 4, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Latin Reading D
Limited Vacancies
Recover the Latin of your school days or follow up on introductory classes and revisit the endlessly interesting classical world by engaging with the original texts of writers like... » Monday Feb 2 to Dec 14, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Spanish Conversation - Advanced (South Side)
Vacancies
Spanish conversation. Participants are expected to have a reasonable level of fluency. The course is intended to maintain and improve fluency rather than focusing on grammar and structure.... » Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 9, 2026 Weekly
(4:00 pm - 6:00 pm)
Spanish Conversation and Writing
Vacancies
In a friendly and supportive environment, learn to write short stories and have simple conversations. This course is for students who are comfortable reading and speaking simple Spanish. » Thursday Feb 12 to Dec 10, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Spanish Conversation Two
Vacancies
In our Spanish class, we focus on practising conversation and reading engaging topics. Students share their travels, photos, landscapes, and personal experiences. The group demonstrates... » Tuesday Feb 3 to Nov 24, 2026 Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)

Music

Interest group Description Dates Frequency
Harmonia Monday Mixed Choir
Vacancies
We are a 4 part (SATB) choir with two leaders, Oliver Raymond and Sheila Thompson, singing a wide variety of secular and sacred music. Some choral experience is desirable but not essential.... » Monday Feb 2 to Nov 30, 2026 Weekly
(09:30 am - 12:00 noon)
Jazz Appreciation Group (JAG)
Vacancies
Members are encouraged to make presentations on jazz topics, such as jazz musicians including singers, bands, styles, and eras etc. However, this is not mandatory. A program is prepared... » Thursday Jan 29 to Dec 18, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:15 pm)
Modern Folk Singalong aka The Flynn Troubadours
Vacancies
We meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month for two hours of playing and singing popular folk songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s; some of which are traditions that were modernised.... » Wednesday Aug 19 to Dec 2, 2026 1st and 3rd Wednesdays in the month
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Musical Theatre Appreciation
Vacancies
The class meets weekly to watch a film or other presentation. The presentations are usually Musical Theatre, Operettas, Operas and basically any film with music as its theme. Group... » Monday Feb 2 to Dec 7, 2026 Weekly
(10:15 am - 1:15 pm)
Music Appreciation
Vacancies
For those who enjoy listening to music, mainly classical, and would like to discover more about its background. A wide range of music is covered and members' participation is welcome... » Wednesday Feb 4 to Nov 25, 2026 Weekly
(1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
Music Makers
Vacancies
We are an inclusive and friendly group of singers and instrumentalists who meet two or three times a month to play an eclectic repertoire chosen by group consensus - folk, blues, country,... » Friday Feb 6 to Dec 18, 2026 1st and 3rd Fridays in the month
(1:00 pm - 3:30 pm)
Popular Music- Artists of Our Time VIRTUAL COURSE
Vacancies
Covers genres of popular, jazz, gospel, rock'n'roll etc. I recall performances I have attended or rely on moving moments in my life. I offer clips from YouTube, DVDs, CDs and refer... » Wednesday Jan 28 to Dec 16, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 1:00 pm)
Recorder Rondo
Vacancies
At Recorder Rondo each Thursday morning, we meet to enjoy playing recorder music from baroque to jazz, from waltz to march. You'll need to be able to read music and play a soprano,... » Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 10, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
The seminal years of popular music – 1955 to 1980
Vacancies
The course concentrates on the development of pop music between 1954 and 1980 ...though not confined to that period. Sessions cover influential artists and groups from the obvious to... » Friday Feb 6 to Nov 20, 2026 1st and 3rd Fridays in the month
(1:30 pm - 4:30 pm)
World Music - A Journey Through Music Diversity
Vacancies
The course is intended as an introduction to the music of other cultures. The assumption is that people who participate will have a pre-existing enthusiasm for World music and may wish... » Friday Jan 23 to Nov 27, 2026 4th Friday of the month
(1:30 pm - 4:15 pm)

Recreational

Interest group Description Dates Frequency
Belconnen Cards and Board Games
Limited Vacancies
Belconnen Cards and Board Games welcomes members to relax and play social games such as Skip-Bo, Five crowns, 500, Canasta, Sequence, Triominos, Rummikub and many others. Suitable for... » Wednesday Jun 10 to Nov 11, 2026 2nd Wednesday of the month
(1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Continuing Cryptic Crosswords - Hughes
Vacancies
Continuing Cryptic Crosswords at Hughes for experienced crossworders only. This is a self-organised course without a teacher, but crosswords supplied. Participants work in small groups... » Friday Feb 13 to Dec 11, 2026 2nd Friday of the month
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Continuing Cryptic Crossword Skills
Vacancies
Participants need to have some experience with cryptic crosswords. This is not a course for complete beginners though guidance and assistance is available. Notes will be provided. ... » Tuesday Feb 10 to Dec 8, 2026 Fortnightly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Crafty Times
Vacancies
Participants bring unfinished projects or start a new craft in a friendly and helpful environment » Wednesday Jan 28 to Dec 16, 2026 Weekly
(1:30 pm - 3:00 pm)
Historical Dance
Limited Vacancies
In 2026 we'll be continuing to explore the dances of the medieval, Elizabethan and Jane Austen periods. There will be new dances to learn as well as others we have already learnt... » Friday Feb 6 to Dec 11, 2026 Weekly
(11:00 am - 1:00 pm)
Lawn Bowls
Vacancies
Lawn bowls is a low impact sport suitable for all ages. We encourage social interaction. We provide bowls & basic instruction, all you need are flat soled shoes. If you are interested... » Wednesday Jun 24 to Dec 19, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Lawn Bowls
Vacancies
Lawn bowls is a low impact sport suitable for all ages. We encourage social interaction. We provide bowls & basic instruction, all you need are flat soled shoes. If you are interested... » Thursday Oct 15 to Oct 29, 2026 Weekly
(10:15 am - 12:00 noon)
Mahjong (Northside) - Thursday
Limited Vacancies
This is a course for experienced players, but we do have classes for beginners from time to time. (Contact Pauline Young to join the waiting list). The Western Mahjong game is played.... » Thursday Jan 1 to Dec 17, 2026 Weekly
(09:30 am - 12:30 pm)
NRL (National Rugby League) This Week
Vacancies
The course runs like a current affairs discussion group but focusing on both on field and off field matters in the National Rugby League (NRL). You don't need to have played rugby... » Friday Mar 20 to Oct 9, 2026 Weekly
(09:15 am - 11:15 am)
POP Tennis at Reid
Vacancies
POP Tennis is a fun, fast-paced version of tennis played on a smaller court with paddles and softer, lower-bouncing balls. It's easy to learn, great for all ages, and perfect for... » Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 17, 2026 Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Scrabble at Flynn
Vacancies
This group is for everyone from beginners to experienced Scrabble enthusiasts. Play the world's most popular word-based board game. Expand your vocabulary and hone your skills and... » Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 8, 2026 Fortnightly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Social Board Games and Cards
Vacancies
Join like-minded people for a few hours to play board games or cards. A fun, social opportunity to play old favourites or new challenges. Games available include Ticket to Ride, Bananagram,... » Thursday Feb 12 to Dec 10, 2026 2nd and 4th Thursdays in the month
(1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
Social Scrabble
Vacancies
Social Scrabble. No competition. Suitable for all skill levels. We play in twos, threes and fours. Scoring is optional, and we rely on dictionaries and hook books. We chat during the... » Monday Jan 12 to Dec 21, 2026 Weekly
(1:30 pm - 4:00 pm)

Science, Health & Environment

Interest group Description Dates Frequency
Yoga for Healthy Ageing (Y4HA) Course
Vacancies
Yoga for Healthy Ageing (Y4HA) is an evidence-based yoga course for building flexibility, agility, balance and strength for everyone of any age, with a focus on seniors and older adults.... » Monday Feb 9 to Nov 30, 2026 Weekly
(4:00 pm - 5:00 pm)

Social and Behavioural Sciences

Interest group Description Dates Frequency