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National u3a Newsletter – March 2023
Apologies for the delay in posting but the u3a National newsletter for March is now available HERE. As usual there is plenty to read, take part in and enjoy. Including:
March’s u3a Radio Podcast – Episode 28 – Future Lives, Diet, Artificial Intelligence.
Members can listen to it on Apple, Spotify, Google Podcasts – and it is still available in captioned video form on YouTube.
Don’t forget u3a Click and Save
Thames Valley Network – Latest event
Unless otherwise stated all the events below will be on Zoom. Click on the links in the boxes below for the flyer with full details of costs and how to book through TicketSource or Eventbrite.
NEW
Wednesday, 12th April
Ways Over Water – a history of Thames Crossings
A talk by Steve Capel-Davies
Closing date: Monday, 10th April
Ways Over Water – a history of Thames Crossings
Wednesday, 12th April, at 10.30am on Zoom
The fee for this event is £2.00 per device. Details on the flyer.
Closing date for applications is Monday, 10th April.
Wednesday 19th April – Visit to Hughenden Manor. Full details to follow.
‘TICKETSOURCE’ icon immediately below the event on the TVN website. You will receive an acknowledgement immediately and the Zoom link a few days before the event. PLEASE CHECK THAT YOU ENTER YOUR DETAILS CAREFULLY WHEN YOU BOOK.
News from the Groups
Science & Technology
**IMPORTANT UPDATE – PLEASE NOTE**
TRIP CANCELLED
The visit on 2nd May to the London Transport Museum, Acton has been cancelled due to lack of numbers, but will be rescheduled for early November.
Friday, 5th May, a visit to Chiltern Open Air Museum. Entry and tour cost £10. Full details on the attached flyer.
Thursday, 1st June, a visit to the Battle of Britain Bunker and Museum near Uxbridge. The cost is £10 for a private tour of the Bunker and to visit the museum. Own transport is planned and other arrangements can be made for those who cannot make the 70 odd stairs down to the Bunker Operations room. The trip is planned for 11-00 am. Refreshments are available in the entrance hall.
Thursday, 5th October a visit and afternoon tour to The National Museum of Computing, near Bletchley Park, Milton Keynes. Details and cost to follow.
Full details of the above events on the flyer here. To book your place on any of the above, or if you have any thoughts about future visits, please contact the group leader John Beer for more details at science@wtu3a.org.uk.
Coach Trip – Monday 17th April
The Holland Park Set – Holland Park, Kyoto Garden & Leighton House
Please note this is a new trip as the Cambridge trip that was originally advertised is not happening until later this year.
Mandi Simons and Jayne Lennard have now arranged a trip on Monday 17th April. The background details of this trip can be found here. Leaving at 10.30am and returning around 8pm to miss worst of traffic. Cost will be in region of £45 each but the final cost will be advised shortly. There are approximately 20 places still available.
If you are interested, please let Mandi and Jayne know on trips@wtu3a.org.uk. Please do not phone.
Rummikub
Tuesday, 18th April
The game of Rummikub is based loosely on Rummy (but with a twist). The group meets the third Tuesday of the month at 14:00 at The Five Bells, Weston Turville. Contact the group leader Deborah Brown for more details at rummikub@wtu3a.org.uk.
Walking Group
Tuesday, 11th April
Details of the next walk will be sent to everyone on the group leader’s mailing list, but if anyone else wants information please contact Sylv Elliott at walkers@wtu3a.org.uk
All at The Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury (unless otherwise stated):
Thursday, 6th April, 2.30pm – Shawshank Redemption. £18.
Wednesday, 19th April The Court Theatre, Pendley – Dr Doolittle. £20.
Wednesday, 3rd May, 2.30pm – Around the World in 80 Days. £22.
Wednesday, 10th May, 2.30pm – Buddy. £35.
Thursday, 1st June, 7.30pm – Healthy the Musical. £28.50.
Wednesday, 14th June, 2.30pm – Strictly Ballroom. £26.
To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk.
Coffee Morning
Thursday, 20th April
The group (in conjunction with Aston Clinton u3a) meets for tea, coffee or a drink and a chat at The Five Bells, Weston Turville, at 10.30am on the third Thursday of the month.
Please contact Marie Jones for any more information. coffee@wtu3a.org.uk.
Pétanque (weather permitting)
Details for pétanque group sessions:
- They will be every Monday afternoon.
- Timing 2pm to 4pm
- Venue is the new terrain behind Weston Turville village hall
- Parking is available
If you need more information, contact Ken Shaw at petanque@wtu3a.org.uk.
CHESS
The Chess Group meets every other Friday at Chandos Arms, Weston Turville (next one is Friday, 31st March then 14th April). We welcome newcomers of any (or no!) ability. If you are interested in joining or would like more information, either email Geoffrey Howell at chess@wtu3a.org.uk or phone him on 07916 328202
Handbell Ringers (Beginners)
The group meets every two weeks on a Friday morning at 10am at the group leader’s home. For more details and further dates of meetings, contact John Beer at handbells@wtu3a.org.uk
National u3a Newsletter – February 2023
The u3a National newsletter for February is available HERE. As usual there is plenty to read, take part in and enjoy. Including:
February’s u3a Radio Podcast – Episode 27 – Creative Writing, Swan, Pickball.
Did you know that Swans are thought to be the symbol of love as they mate for life? You can find out much more (including Pickleball and u3a Speaker Swap) in this month’s u3a Radio Podcast.
You can listen to this on the u3a YouTube channel and also on podcasting platforms including Apple and Spotify.
Learn CPR in 15 mins
u3a has joined forces with the British Heart Foundation to spread the word on their new RevivR app – where you can learn CPR in 15 minutes. Find out more on the BHF website
Cook for the King
We would like you to create a dish that celebrates and reflects Britain in 2023. You could consider King Charles III’s campaigning on sustainable farming practices or something that celebrates the diversity in British cuisine today – but it is up to you – please be as creative as you wish.
We would love the u3a movement to find the dish of 2023 and we aim to send all the recipes to the Palace.
Please see more details and how to submit your recipes (and any pictures you have of the cooked dish) on the Events page on our website. This initiative ends on 10 April.
Don’t forget u3a Click and Save
Musical Night – 14th April
Musical Night – Friday 14th April
Following on from the success of the 60s night back in September we are holding another Musical Night with The Blue Moons at The Rugby Club commencing 7.30p.m.
Tickets will be £8 per person as this time we will not be providing any catering. You may bring snacks / nibbles along. If you wish to reserve a table of 10 you may do so.
Email: Mary Duly on event@wtu3a.org.uk to reserve a place.
News from the Groups
Coach Trip – Monday 17th April
The Holland Park Set – Holland Park, Kyoto Garden & Leighton House
Please note this is a new trip as the Cambridge trip that was originally advertised is not happening until later this year.
Mandi Simons and Jayne Lennard have now arranged a trip on Monday 17th April. The background details of this trip can be found here. Leaving at 10.30am and returning around 8pm to miss worst of traffic. Cost will be in region of £45 each but the final cost will be advised shortly. There are approximately 20 places still available.
If you are interested, please let Mandi and Jayne know on trips@wtu3a.org.uk. Please do not phone.
Flower Arranging
Monday, 13th March
The first meeting of the year is Monday, 13th March at Buckland Village Hall from 2-4pm.
For the March meeting we will making floral displays using spring flowers such as narcissi, tulips and hyacinths.
If you are interested joining the group please get in touch with Gaynor Edwards at flowers@wtu3a.org.uk.
Science & Technology
Thursday, 2nd March (am and pm) and Monday, 6th March (pm), a visit to Greatmoor Incineration plant.
Tuesday, 4th April, a visit to the London Transport Museum, Acton. Cost for the coach and 2 tours £40.
Friday, 5th May (tbc), a visit to Chiltern Open Air Museum. Entry and tour cost £9.50.
Thursday, 1st June, a visit to the Battle of Britain Bunker and Museum near Uxbridge. Own Transport. Tour cost £8.
Full details of the above events on the flyer here. To book your place on any of the above, or if you have any thoughts about future visits, please contact the group leader John Beer for more details at science@wtu3a.org.uk.
Rummikub
Tuesday, 21st March
The game of Rummikub is based loosely on Rummy (but with a twist). The group meets the third Tuesday of the month at 14:00 at The Five Bells, Weston Turville. Contact the group leader Deborah Brown for more details at rummikub@wtu3a.org.uk.
Food Appreciation
Wednesday, 22nd February at
Basil and Thyme Restaurant, Great Kingshill
The first event of 2023 for the Food Appreciation group takes place at the Basil and Thyme Restaurant, Great Kingshill, Bucks HP15 6EB. You can have either a 3 course (£32.95) or 2 course (£29.95) lunch (to be pre-booked). Gratuities are included in the cost.
Full details and the menu can be found on the attached flyer. To book your place and provide your menu choices, please contact Pam Wilson at food.appreciation@wtu3a.org.uk.
Coffee Morning
Thursday, 16th March
The group (in conjunction with Aston Clinton u3a) meets for tea, coffee or a drink and a chat at The Five Bells, Weston Turville, at 10.30am on the third Thursday of the month.
Please contact Marie Jones for any more information. coffee@wtu3a.org.uk.
All at The Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury (unless otherwise stated):
Thursday, 9th March The Elgiva, Chesham –The Addams Family. £21.50.
Thursday, 6th April, 2.30pm – Shawshank Redemption. £18.
Wednesday, 19th April The Court Theatre, Pendley – Dr Doolittle. £20.
Wednesday, 3rd May, 2.30pm – Around the World in 80 Days. £22.
Wednesday, 10th May, 2.30pm – Buddy. £35.
Thursday, 1st June, 7.30pm – Healthy the Musical. £28.50.
Wednesday, 14th June, 2.30pm – Strictly Ballroom. £26.
To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk.
Pétanque (weather permitting)
Details for pétanque group sessions:
- They will be every Monday afternoon.
- Timing 2pm to 4pm
- Venue is the new terrain behind Weston Turville village hall
- Parking is available
If you need more information, contact Ken Shaw at petanque@wtu3a.org.uk.
CHESS
The Chess Group meets every other Friday at Chandos Arms, Weston Turville (next one is Friday, 3rd March). We welcome newcomers of any (or no!) ability. If you are interested in joining or would like more information, either email Geoffrey Howell at chess@wtu3a.org.uk or phone him on 07916 328202
Handbell Ringers (Beginners)
The group meets every two weeks on a Friday morning at 10am at Weston Turville Chapel Hall. For more details and further dates of meetings, contact the Group Leader, John Beer at handbells@wtu3a.org.uk
News from the Groups
Coach Trip – Monday 17th April
The Holland Park Set – Holland Park, Kyoto Garden & Leighton House
Please note this is a new trip as the Cambridge trip that was originally advertised is not happening until later this year.
Mandi Simons and Jayne Lennard have now arranged a trip on Monday 17th April. The background details of this trip can be found here. Leaving at 10.30am and returning around 8pm to miss worst of traffic. Cost will be in region of £45 each but the final cost will be advised shortly. There are approximately 20 places still available.
If you are interested, please let Mandi and Jayne know on trips@wtu3a.org.uk. Please do not phone.
Flower Arranging
Monday, 13th February
The first meeting of the year is Monday, 13th February at Buckland Village Hall from 2-4pm.
For the February and March meetings we will making floral displays using spring flowers such as narcissi, tulips and hyacinths.
If you are interested joining the group please get in touch with Gaynor Edwards at flowers@wtu3a.org.uk.
Science & Technology
Thursday, 2nd March, a visit to Greatmoor Incineration plant.
Tuesday, 4th April, a visit to the London Transport Museum, Acton. Cost for the coach and 2 tours £40.
Friday, 5th May (tbc), a visit to Chiltern Open Air Museum. Entry and tour cost £9.50.
Thursday, 1st June, a visit to the Battle of Britain Bunker and Museum near Uxbridge. Own Transport. Tour cost £8.
Full details of the above events on the flyer here. To book your place on any of the above, or if you have any thoughts about future visits, please contact the group leader John Beer for more details at science@wtu3a.org.uk.
Walking Group
Tuesday, 14th February
A circular 4 1/4 mile walk starts from the Golden Eagle, Ashley Green where we can lunch upon our return. Contact Sylv Elliott at walkers@wtu3a.org.uk.
Rummikub
Tuesday, 21st February
The game of Rummikub is based loosely on Rummy (but with a twist). The group meets the third Tuesday of the month at 14:00 at The Five Bells, Weston Turville. Contact the group leader Deborah Brown for more details at rummikub@wtu3a.org.uk.
Food Appreciation
Wednesday, 22nd February at
Basil and Thyme Restaurant, Great Kingshill
The first event of 2023 for the Food Appreciation group takes place at the Basil and Thyme Restaurant, Great Kingshill, Bucks HP15 6EB. You can have either a 3 course (£32.95) or 2 course (£29.95) lunch (to be pre-booked). Gratuities are included in the cost.
Full details and the menu can be found on the attached flyer. To book your place and provide your menu choices, please contact Pam Wilson at food.appreciation@wtu3a.org.uk.
Coffee Morning
Thursday, 16th February
The group (in conjunction with Aston Clinton u3a) meets for tea, coffee or a drink and a chat at The Five Bells, Weston Turville, at 10.30am on the third Thursday of the month.
Please contact Marie Jones for any more information. coffee@wtu3a.org.uk.
All at The Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury (unless otherwise stated):
Thursday, 9th March The Elgiva, Chesham –The Addams Family. £21.50.
Thursday, 6th April, 2.30pm – Shawshank Redemption. £18.
Wednesday, 19th April The Court Theatre, Pendley – Dr Doolittle. £20.
Wednesday, 3rd May, 2.30pm – Around the World in 80 Days. £22.
Wednesday, 10th May, 2.30pm – Buddy. £35.
Thursday, 1st June, 7.30pm – Healthy the Musical. £28.50.
Wednesday, 14th June, 2.30pm – Strictly Ballroom. £26.
To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk.
Pétanque (weather permitting)
Details for pétanque group sessions:
- They will be every Monday afternoon.
- Timing 2pm to 4pm
- Venue is the new terrain behind Weston Turville village hall
- Parking is available
If you need more information, contact Ken Shaw at petanque@wtu3a.org.uk.
CHESS
The Chess Group meets every other Friday at Chandos Arms, Weston Turville. We welcome newcomers of any (or no!) ability. If you are interested in joining or would like more information, either email Geoffrey Howell at chess@wtu3a.org.uk or phone him on 07916 328202
Handbell Ringers (Beginners)
The group meets every two weeks on a Friday morning at 10am at Weston Turville Chapel Hall. For more details and further dates of meetings, contact the Group Leader, John Beer at handbells@wtu3a.org.uk
Thames Valley Network u3a – New Events
Unless otherwise stated all the events below will be on Zoom. Click on the links in the boxes below for the flyer with full details of costs and how to book through TicketSource or Eventbrite.
NEW
Tuesday, 7th February 10.30am on Zoom
A talk by David Morton
Closing date: Sunday, 5th February
NEW
Tuesday, 21st February at 10.30am on Zoom
At Home with Agatha Christie
the Wallingford and Cholsey connection
A talk by Judy Dewey
Closing date: Sunday, 19th February
NEW
Friday, 3rd March at
2.30pm on Zoom
Quizmaster: Avis Furness
Closing date: Wednesday, 1st March
Tuesday 7th February 10.30am on Zoom
The Great Exhibition by David Morton
A talk by David Morton on the history of the Great Exhibition, an idea from Prince Albert to showpiece the art, design, and manufacturing of the British Empire. It follows the controversial design, build and subsequent history of The Crystal Palace. We also learn about the legacy of The Great Exhibition and what remains today.
Full details are on the flyer. The fee is £1 per device. Closing date for applications is Sunday, 5th February.
At Home with Agatha Christie the Wallingford and Cholsey connection – Judy Dewey
Tuesday, 21st February at 10.30 a.m. on Zoom
As Curator of Wallingford Museum, and a professional historian and lecturer, Judy Dewey has taken a keen interest in the life of Agatha Christie and her second husband, Max Mallowan. From 1934-1976, they made their home at Winterbrook House, on the outskirts of Wallingford, Oxfordshire.
Full details on the flyer. The fee is £2 per device. The closing date for applications is Sunday, 19th February.
Spring Quiz
Friday, 3rd March 2023 at 2.30 p.m. on Zoom
A new Spring Quiz for TVN Members with Quizmaster: Avis Furness.
Full details on the flyer. The event is free of charge. The closing date is Wednesday, 1st March.
‘TICKETSOURCE’ icon immediately below the event on the TVN website. You will receive an acknowledgement immediately and the Zoom link a few days before the event. PLEASE CHECK THAT YOU ENTER YOUR DETAILS CAREFULLY WHEN YOU BOOK.
National u3a Newsletter – January 2023
The u3a National newsletter for January is available HERE. As usual there is plenty to read, take part in and enjoy. Including:
January’s u3a Radio Podcast – Episode 26 – Hadrian’s Wall, Lindisfarne, Cookery for men.
Members can listen to it on Apple, Spotify, Google Podcasts – and it is still available in captioned video form on YouTube.
Don’t forget u3a Click and Save
News from the Groups
Flower Arranging
Monday, 13th February
The first meeting of the year is Monday, 13th February at Buckland Village Hall from 2-4pm.
For the February and March meetings we will making floral displays using spring flowers such as narcissi, tulips and hyacinths.
If you are interested joining the group please get in touch with Gaynor Edwards at flowers@wtu3a.org.uk.
Science & Technology
Thursday, 2nd February at The Weston Turville Chapel Hall. An overview of GPS “SatNav”, at 2pm. Cost £2.
Thursday, 2nd March, a visit to Greatmoor Incineration plant.
Tuesday, 4th April, a visit to the London Transport Museum, Acton. Cost for the coach and 2 tours £40.
Friday, 5th May (tbc), a visit to Chiltern Open Air Museum. Entry and tour cost £9.50.
Thursday, 1st June, a visit to the Battle of Britain Bunker and Museum near Uxbridge. Own Transport. Tour cost £8.
Full details of the above events on the flyer here. To book your place on any of the above, or if you have any thoughts about future visits, please contact the group leader John Beer for more details at science@wtu3a.org.uk.
Walking Group
Tuesday, 14th February
A circular 4 1/4 mile walk starts from the Golden Eagle, Ashley Green where we can lunch upon our return. Contact Sylv Elliott at walkers@wtu3a.org.uk.
Rummikub
Tuesday, 21st February.
The game of Rummikub is based loosely on Rummy (but with a twist). The group meets the third Tuesday of the month at 14:00 at The Five Bells, Weston Turville. Contact the group leader Deborah Brown for more details at rummikub@wtu3a.org.uk.
Food Appreciation
Wednesday, 22nd February at
Basil and Thyme Restaurant, Great Kingshill
The first event of 2023 for the Food Appreciation group takes place at the Basil and Thyme Restaurant, Great Kingshill, Bucks HP15 6EB. You can have either a 3 course (£32.95) or 2 course (£29.95) lunch (to be pre-booked). Gratuities are included in the cost.
Full details and the menu can be found on the attached flyer. To book your place and provide your menu choices, please contact Pam Wilson at food.appreciation@wtu3a.org.uk.
Coffee Morning
Thursday, 19th January,
with the next one on
Thursday, 16th February
The group (in conjunction with Aston Clinton u3a) meets for tea, coffee or a drink and a chat at The Five Bells, Weston Turville, at 10.30am on the third Thursday of the month.
Please contact Marie Jones for any more information. coffee@wtu3a.org.uk.
All at The Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury:
Wednesday, 1st February, 2.30pm. The Commitments. £28.90.
Thursday, 6th April, 2.30pm – Shawshank Redemption. £18.
Wednesday, 3rd May, 2.30pm – Around the World in 80 Days. £22.
Wednesday, 10th May, 2.30pm – Buddy. £35.
Thursday, 1st June, 7.30pm – Healthy the Musical. £28.50.
Wednesday, 14th June, 2.30pm – Strictly Ballroom. £26.
To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk.
Pétanque (weather permitting)
Details for pétanque group sessions:
- They will be every Monday afternoon.
- Timing 2pm to 4pm
- Venue is the new terrain behind Weston Turville village hall
- Parking is available
If you need more information, contact Ken Shaw at petanque@wtu3a.org.uk.
CHESS
The Chess Group meets every other Friday at Chandos Arms, Weston Turville. We welcome newcomers of any (or no!) ability. If you are interested in joining or would like more information, either email Geoffrey Howell at chess@wtu3a.org.uk or phone him on 07916 328202
Handbell Ringers (Beginners)
The group meets every two weeks on a Friday morning at 10am at Weston Turville Chapel Hall. For more details and further dates of meetings, contact the Group Leader, John Beer at handbells@wtu3a.org.uk
Visiting Churches
No more visits until later in 2023.
If you are not on the group’s mailing list and would like more details of future visits, please contact Odette Harris at churches@wtu3a.org.uk.
