News from the Groups (2 new groups starting!)
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NEW GROUP STARTING!!!
Pickleball
The first session is on Thursday, 17th October.
Then every Thursday at 11am at Halton Tennis centre. Cost is £2 for 1 hr.
It couldn’t be easier to have a go at Pickleball and discover for yourself just how much fun it is!
Please contact Peter Allen at pickleball@wtu3a.org.uk to register your interest and to be added to his WhatsApp group for weekly attendees..
NEW GROUP STARTING!!!
Discussion
The first meeting is Friday, 18th October.
The group meets on the 3rd Friday of the month, at the Five Bells at 10.30am.
Topics are chosen each month by the group.
Please contact Terry at discussion@wtu3a.org.uk for more information and to be added to his list.
Tuesday, 8th October
National Memorial Arboretum
This trip is close to being oversubscribed already, so contact Mandi Simons or Jayne Lennard at trips@wtu3a.org.uk to see if there are places still available (a deposit of £25 per person will be required at the time of booking). Cost is estimated at £48pp. More details here.
WTu3a Quiz Night 2024
Friday, 8th November
This year we are NOT serving food, so if you wish to, please bring your own food, snacks and drinks.
Contact Polly Wilkinson at quiznight@wtu3a.org.uk. Closing date 2nd November. Full details on the flyer.
WTu3a Christmas Lunch
Friday, 13th December
This year at Weston Turville Golf Club at 12.30. The cost is £35.
Tickets for sale at the October Meeting, or contact Rosemary Williams or Sarah Gunn on xmaslunch@wtu3a.org.uk. Full details and menu choices on the flyer.
NEW – Art & Culture
Tuesday, 19th November
The new Art & Culture Group is aimed at everyone, not just lovers of art and will begin with a visit to Tate Britain. Full details on the flyer. Contact, either John Masters or Chris Bennett at culture@wtu3a.org.uk.
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Music making – Potential NEW Group
Barry Burton, an experienced vibraphone player, would be interested in setting up a group of musicians to play together for fun. Guitarists, drummers or brass players or any musicians interested in joining him to play hits of the past. Contact Barry on burtonbarry77@gmail.com.
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Lace Making – Potential NEW Group
Sandi Latimer, used to make lace and now she’d like to pick up her bobbins again and would like to start a new group. If any are members interested. Please contact her on sandi_latimer@hotmail.com.
At The Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury (unless otherwise stated). To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk
Wycombe Swan Theatre – Thursday, 3rd October – 7.30pm – A Chorus Line – Price £37.
Thursday, 17th October – 2.30pm – Lord of the Dance – Price £44.
Milton Keynes Theatre –Wednesday, 27th November – 2.30pm – Come from Away – Price £39.50.
To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk.
Science & Technology
For the moment the SciTech team are taking a break and will not organise any other trips or talks for the rest of the year. They are going to take stock and in the new year will see how things stand.
If you have any thoughts about future visits or talks, please contact the group leader John Beer for more details at science@wtu3a.org.uk.
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Card Making
Thursday, 10th October, 14th November
Takes place at 10am on the second Thursday of each month in Weston Turville Chapel Hall. The initial charge is £2 per person.
The group leader can provide supplies and various equipment to experiment with which may have an additional cost of £1-£1.50. You can bring your own supplies and equipment as well.
If you are interested in joining this new group please contact Lindsey Beer on cardmaking@wtu3a.org.uk .
Coffee Morning
Thursday, 17th October then 21st November
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.
Contact Marie Jones for more information on coffee@wtu3a.org.uk.
Walking Group
Tuesday, 8th October then Tuesday, 12th November
Details of the walks from Sylv Elliot (email below).
Another walking holiday in May 2025 is being planned and will be based at Speech House Hotel in the Forest of Dean. The walks will be around 6 miles per day.
Further details from Sylv Elliott at walkers@wtu3a.org.uk
Gardening
Monday, 28th October, then Monday, 25th November
On the 28th October, we have a speaker from Lindengate, Wendover.
The group normally meets at 2pm in Weston Turville Chapel Hall and meets on the fourth Monday of the month. Cost £3. Don’t forget the ‘Swaps Table’. For more information or to add your name to the list of group member’s, contact Jenny Hunt or Rosemary Williams at gardening@wtu3a.org.uk
Coffee Morning
Thursday, 17th October then 21st November
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.
Contact Marie Jones for more information on coffee@wtu3a.org.uk.
Quiz Afternoon
25th October, then Friday, 22nd November
Start time is 2.30pm at the Chapel Hall, Weston Turville.
Individuals and couples welcome. No need to get a team together. Questions are suitable for all levels of knowledge.
For more information contact Joy Mantell at quizzing@wtu3a.org.uk
Rummikub
Tuesday, 15th October and 19th November
The game of Rummikub is based loosely on Rummy (but with a twist). The group meets the third Tuesday of the month at 2pm at The Five Bells, Weston Turville. Contact the group leader Deborah Brown for more details at rummikub@wtu3a.org.uk.
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MAHJONG
**UPDATE** MEETINGS SUSPENDED – HOPEFULLY WILL RESTART IN THE AUTUMN
CHESS
The Chess Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at Chandos Arms, Weston Turville. We meet for any combination of chess, chat, lunch and/or a convivial glass on Fridays (next one is Friday, 27th September, 11th October then 26th October).
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
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.
Handbell Ringers (Beginners)
The group meets on a Friday morning at 10am at the group leader’s home. New and prospective member welcome. For more details and further dates of meetings, contact John Beer at handbells@wtu3a.org.uk
