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Author: Ian Rogerson
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Harlequins brighten up WAGS lunch
This Wednesday at the Javea Wine Tasting Group – affectionately known as WAGS – at La Cocina restaurant in the Port, presenters Duncan and Julie stood in for group leaders Sally and Trevor Rush. And members thoroughly enjoyed their excellent presentation, the theme of which was HARLEQUINS. Giving a resume of how Harlequins came about,…
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Do you fancy yourself as a quizmaster?
Dear Quizzers, We just want to remind everyone that we have decided to give up the leadership of the U3A Quiz Nights. We have been close to finding a replacement but, unfortunately, the position is still open. For the group to continue, we need someone to step forward. If you would like to know more…
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Birdwatchers have a field day!
The U3A Birdwatching Group visited four birding sites on Thursday (May 7) – the Clot de Galvany Reserve, Santa Pola Salinas, El Pinet Reserve and El Hondo Reserve – and an excellent selection of birds was recorded. Group Leader Nigel Bentley led members to The Clot de Galvany Reserve, where they spotted three little bittern,…
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Members soak up the sights of Jumilla!
Forty intrepid travellers braved heavy rain on a day trip to the historic town of Jumilla on Wednesday. Despite the awful weather, the outing – organised by Spanish Culture & Cuisine Group leaders Angela Chantry and Tony Dearie – was voted a big success. Members wearing waterproof gear and carrying umbrellas went on a walking…
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Group leaders treated to lunch
The people at the heart of Javea U3A – the group leaders – were treated to a special lunch as a thank-you by committee members. The lunch was organised and hosted by Groups Coordinator Mike Frost. President Claude Grealy gave them a warm welcome at the Attico restaurant in Javea Port. He compared the U3A…
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Something great to look forward to ….
The popular U3A Ball is coming back after two years! It will be held at Salones Carrasco in Javea on the evening of Sunday September 18 – so put the date in your diary now. The prestigious annual ball was always the highlight of the U3A’s year, a chance to dress up, enjoy canapes in…