by Rotherham U3A | Aug 21, 2021 | Education and Learning, Hobbies, Rotherham, Social Group, U3A
The wisdom of the advice “Carpe diem” (seize the day) has been roundly confirmed by the pandemic. Confined to their homes and immediate surroundings, people, many of whom were absolute novices, responded to this advice by taking to the internet and other media to keep...
by Retford u3a | Aug 16, 2021 | Education and Learning, Group meeting, Retford, Retford Life, Social Group, U3A
August is the time Retford U3A usually pause having monthly meetings. This year they have not met at all, but it is a time to reflect on what they have managed to achieve.Twelve months ago they had flirted with Zoom, but by last summer a number of the interest groups...
by Dukeries U3A | Aug 12, 2021 | Education and Learning, Hobbies, Sherwood, U3A
‘Now is the time to make the most of your life’ is what Dukeries u3a are keeping in mind as they look forward to opening up more of their activities and interest groups. At the time of writing, they hope that indoor restrictions will be eased and plans are already in...
by Retford u3a | Jul 20, 2021 | Education and Learning, Hobbies, Retford, Social Group, U3A
A massive thank you to everyone who supported Retford U3A’s National U3A Day event held in Retford Market Square on Thursday 3rd June.Thanks to Lynden Maddison from Bassetlaw District Council for allowing the group to have one of his market stalls. Bryan Gladstone...
by Rotherham U3A | Jul 16, 2021 | Education and Learning, Hobbies, Rotherham, Social Group, Sports Club, U3A
June holds promises of sunshine, holidays and summer events. Together with July, June is a month when outdoor events can be arranged with a fair guarantee of good weather.It was certainly fine on 2nd June 1910, when Charles Rolls made the first ever return flight...
by Dukeries u3a | Jul 14, 2021 | Education and Learning, Hobbies, Sherwood, Social Group, U3A
Dukeries u3a are looking forward to meeting together at the Jubilee Hall, Ollerton for their annual garden party in August. Before this, there will be a chance to see friends at a picnic in the park planned for late June at the Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre.Members...
