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U3A TVN Understanding Architecture Study day -Thursday 24th and Friday 25th September 10.30am via Zoom
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.
How has the Covid-19 pandemic affected you? House of Lords Covid-19 Inquiry
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.
National U3A Newsletter Express (No. 5) – 7 August 2020
Here is the U3A Newsletter Express (No. 5) from The Third Age Trust. This newsletter is full of excellent information, particularly for the re-starting of groups.
There are more dates announced for on-line events and for the Zoom tutorials. Also, the U3A are asking for your help in taking part in a survey which aims to record changes in UK shopping patterns, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. A report will be published in 2022 to help raise the profile of U3A in celebration of its 40th anniversary.
Please check the website regularly for the latest news.
For previous editions of the national newsletter, see the newsletter archive. Did you know that you can sign up to receive the national U3A monthly newsletter direct to your email inbox? If you wish to do this, please complete the form on the U3A website here.
National U3A Newsletter – 🍦July 2020🍦
Here is the July🍦 newsletter 🍦from The Third Age Trust. Containing many creative ideas to explore and become involved with, there are many brilliant ideas coming from U3As, which the National U3A will be sharing each week – please check the website and let them know what ideas that you have used and share your results with them.
For previous editions of the national newsletter, see the newsletter archive. Did you know that you can sign up to receive the national U3A monthly newsletter direct to your email inbox? If you wish to do this, please complete the form on the U3A website here.
General Meeting via Zoom – 23rd July
Although we are unable to physically meet up at this present time, the Chairman and Committee are planning to get back to monthly general meetings, albeit on Zoom. The meeting will have a talk by Michael Astop on Origins and Oddities of English Inn Signs and the notices by the Chairman. The talk is highly visual, with a quiz.
This will start in July with our first meeting on the scheduled date of Thursday 23rd July commencing at 2:30pm. Full details of how to access the meeting will be emailed to members nearer the time.
Flower Arranging – British Flower Week – 15th to 21st June
Gaynor Edwards from the Flower Arranging group says….
National U3A Newsletter – 🌤June 2020🌤
Here is the June 🌤 newsletter from The Third Age Trust. Containing many ideas to explore whilst we find ourselves in these unprecedented times. There are many brilliant ideas coming from U3As, which the National U3A will be sharing each week – please check the website and let them know what ideas that you have used and share your results with them.
For previous editions of the national newsletter, see the newsletter archive. Did you know that you can sign up to receive the national U3A monthly newsletter direct to your email inbox? If you wish to do this, please complete the form on the U3A website here.
Gardens – some NGS gardens opening
National Garden Scheme (NGS), have announced that some of their gardens in England are now open. Following Government guidelines, NGS are currently asking all visitors to pre-purchase tickets on the website for a timed slot at your garden of choice.
All funds raised will go to their Help Support Our Nurses campaign.
Here is the link to the gardens open in the South East until 24th June. Every Monday a new batch of gardens that are opening will be added to their website to enable you to pre-book your tickets. For instance, gardens opening between 25th June and 1st July will go on sale Monday 22nd June.
National U3A Newsletter – 🌼May 🌼2020
Here is the latest newsletter from The Third Age Trust. Containing many ideas to explore whilst we find ourselves in these unprecedented times. There are many innovate and brilliant ideas coming from U3As, which the National U3A will be sharing each week – please check the website and let them know what ideas that you have used and share your results with them.
For previous editions of the national newsletter, see the newsletter archive. Did you know that you can sign up to receive the national U3A monthly newsletter direct to your email inbox? If you wish to do this, please complete the form on the U3A website here.
