Author: Keith Smith
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History Talk Tuesday March 10th at Casa Cultura
London’s Strange Monuments and Histories presented by Cheda Panajotovic Tuesday March 10th, Casa Cultura, Javea Old Town, entry from 10.30am for an 11am start All U3A members are welcome. Free entry. We just ask for a voluntary donation towards speaker gifts. We’re thrilled to welcome back Cheda as a regular speaker—someone who’s never short on…
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History Talks. When Denia Ruled the Waves: a maritime history. Keith Smith
Tuesday February 10th at Casa Cultura Javea Old Town. Doors open 10.30 for 11.00am start. No need to book just come along. Entry free! Today Denia is a thriving tourist destination on the Costa Blanca. Despite the growth of air traffic it retains an important link from mainland Spain to the Balearic Islands. But there…
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History, Hidden Treasures & a Rooftop Surprise
This morning, the Javea U3A History Group enjoyed the second of their two visits to the Soler Blasco Archaeological Museum, right in the heart of Javea’s Old Town. After a warm welcome from Museum Director Josep Castelló, the group was led on a fascinating journey through time by Christine Betterton Jones. Christine, a dedicated U3A member and Committee member…
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Vintage Photos, Bold Journeys, and a Javea Connection Revealed
The History Group recently enjoyed a truly memorable morning with a special presentation by John Reynolds, titled “The Curious Cyclists.” What made it extraordinary wasn’t just the stunning photos and engaging storytelling, but the unexpected connection to Javea that John unveiled right at the end. Back in 1895, two young artists from Nottingham—both in their…
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History Talk, Tuesday December 9th 2025, at Casa Cultura
The Curious Cyclists presented by John Reynolds Tuesday December 9th, Casa Cultura, talk starts at 11am for one hour. Entry from 10.30. The doors will be unlocked just come in! No need to book just come along. The talk is open to all Javea U3A members. John is a very good speaker who has done…
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History Group travel back to 1946-with Mike Granville
At this month’s meeting, members of the History Group were treated to a thoughtful and well-researched presentation by our long-standing contributor Mike Granville. Group Leader Keith Smith opened the session by noting that Mike has given at least six presentations to the group over the years, each known for its depth of research and clarity…
