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U3A TVN Understanding Architecture Study day -Thursday 24th and Friday 25th September 10.30am via Zoom

19 September, 2020   

There are still a few places left at the ‘Understanding Architecture’ study day planned for next week by the Thames Valley U3A Network.

The aim of these days is to inform members how to “read” buildings, to understand what we are seeing and what it symbolises, also to provide a brief history of architectural progress from the 18th century to modern times. Please find attached an introduction letter from the Architecture day organiser, Margaret Sherrington (msherrington2@aol.com), as well as information on the study day and an application form.   You can find more information on U3A TVN forthcoming events on their website

WTU3A September 2020 Newsletter

19 September, 2020   

 
The September newsletter is now available.  Read it in full here

Elizabeth Gowing is our Speaker for our next virtual General Meeting via Zoom on 24th September.  The talk is entitled “Unlikely positions in unlikely places – a yoga journey around Britain”, and you can read more about Elizabeth, her talk and some of our future planned talks here

U3A Creative-covid-collaboration

8 September, 2020   


Collaborate, collaborate, collaborate!

The U3A wants to produce a national collage to celebrate the ways in which people have been using their craft activities to continue to connect, learn and support each other during lockdown. This is an opportunity for you and your U3A to be a part of a UK-wide collaboration showcasing the best of the U3A movement.  

This may be in your current interest group or across interest groups and you may want to meet virtually to discuss your plans. The closing date is 30th November.  Full details and instructions here

PICK UP A UKULELE!! – A Thames Valley Network Zoom Event

7 September, 2020   
The TVN Ukulele Day last October was an event full of music, fun, and the sheer joy of playing.  TVN are now organising another Ukulele event, via ZOOM!  This one is for:
 
  • Those who own a ukulele but do not yet know how to play
  • People who are keen to start, but have not chosen an instrument yet
  • Experienced ukulele players who wish to set up a U3A group
The event will be led by George Bonner, from Faringdon U3A, who is an experienced ukulele teacher.   It will take place on Thursday, October 1st, at 10:30 a.m., and it is FREE!!
 
Please see the attached flyer and application form for the programme, and further details.  The closing date for applications is Thursday, 24th September.
 

How has the Covid-19 pandemic affected you? House of Lords Covid-19 Inquiry

7 September, 2020   

The Third Age Trust and U3A movement has been given an opportunity to respond to a House of Lords Inquiry.  

U3A Movement’s CEO Sam Mauger said, “Many of you have contacted us about Covid and how it has impacted upon you. The Trust can respond to the Inquiry with the points that you feel should be included.”

The button below contains a link to the five questions that they are gathering information about. Please could you respond to the questions by 15 September.