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Author: Ian Rogerson
Around the Horn a Travellers’ Tales treat
U3A members enjoyed a voyage around the southernmost tip of South America and the Antarctic at the latest meeting of the Travellers’ Tales group. Fellow member John Reynolds gave a fascinating presentation, entitled “Round the Horn and Back in Time for Tea – Part 2”, sharing tales of his adventures with his wife Jane on…
Lunchtime treat for Dining Out group
The first Dining Out event of the 2024 new year was something of a departure from previous outings – group leaders Alan Guest and Linda Coughlin decided to try out lunch instead of the usual evening slot. And the 36 members in attendance agreed it was an overwhelming success. Members Haken and Maria Antbring proposed…
Memories of Christmas past
Tales of Christmas past took centre stage at the December meeting of the U3A’s Family History Group – with members recalling some of their most memorable, often humorous, stories. Among the storytellers were group leaders Lorely Griffiths and Jean Miller. For details of the group and future meetings email Lorely or Jean at family.history@u3ajavea.com
Snooker players break for Christmas
U3A Snooker Group members and their wives enjoyed a slap-up Christmas lunch at Cala Brisa restaurant. Thanks to group leader Larry Sherrington for organising the event and to Cala Brisa staff for their excellent food and service.
Fascinating insight into the history of Christmas
History Group leader Alison O’Brien gave U3A members a fascinating insight into how people around the world celebrate Christmas. The December meeting had a special festive feel with sherry and stollen cake on offer before attendees sat down to a double bill of entertainment: a presentation by Alison on “Christmas Around the World” then a…
Spanish Culture & Cuisine boost for Make A Smile
Spanish Culture & Cuisine group leaders Angela Chantry and Tony Dearie handed over a cheque for 450 euros to U3A President Claude Grealy at their Travellers’ Tales December meeting towards the Make A Smile charity collection . The money was raised by members on various SC&C trips during the year. Claude said the money would…