September 2022

Book Discussion Group

We are currently reading This Mortal Boy by Fiona Kidman.
Set in 1950’s New Zealand it is reminiscent of that time of major social change when capital punishment was the law and youth sub-culture were pushing the boundaries.  Remember bodgies and widgies?  Ros

Report from History

As our course has now finished, we have decided to share some historical novels and non-fiction that we have enjoyed for our next session.  The following month to be decided.

U3A Cycling September

We meet on the last Friday of the month and ride on dedicated cycleways as much as possible. New members are always welcome.
We had a coffee catch-up this month as the forecast was for rain.
We are hoping that the weather will be better next month.  Mary

Family History Group

We met on Tuesday 4th October spending our time reporting on the progress of each member in their research or writing up of their research. We had a brief look at an article explaining the varying types of graveyard memorials as well as the differing types of Irish buildings and the terminology used. A lively discussion followed before the meeting finished.
When do we meet?  The first Tuesday of each month.
Time?  1.30 pm.
Contacts: Carole  or Julia

History Group

As our course has now finished, we have decided to share some historical novels and non-fiction that we have enjoyed for our next session.  The following months topic is to be decided. Ros

U3A Quarry Group

The next session at the Halswell Quarry will be on Thursday 3rd of November at 10.00 am. We hope for fine weather! Lynne

Theatre Appreciation Group

Last meeting, we introduced the 2023 season for The Court Theatre, a most interesting array of plays. For our October meeting (Thursday 27th at 1.15) we will be taking a look at some interesting aspects of Shakespeare. Also reviewing the Elmwood Players’ production of ‘Ladies Day’ which a group of our members are attending together.