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Registered Charity No. 1019078 Academic Year 2014/2015 PROSPECTUS and PROGRAMME www.farnhamu3a.org.uk October 2014 2 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom CONTENTS Page Committee 4 Introduction To The U3A 5 Key Dates 6 Joining Farnham U3A 6 Project 2014 – 2015 7 Faculties (Groups in alphabetical order within Faculty) The Arts 9 Music 11 Literature 13 Humanities 15 Science And Technology 18 Languages 20 History And Geography 24 Fitness And Recreational 27 Late Entries 32 Index To Groups 34 Note: Unless otherwise specified all telephone numbers in the prospectus are 01252 local code See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 3 FARNHAM U3A COMMITTEE 2014/2015 Chairman Michael A' Bear [email protected] Vice Chairman Gordon Barnett [email protected] Hon. Secretary Anthony Clift [email protected] Hon. Treasurer John Carter [email protected] Director of Studies Sue Willson [email protected] Membership Margaret Ham Secretary [email protected] Venues/ Eileen Williams Speakers [email protected] Social Secretary Ann Vickers [email protected] Newsletter & PR Patricia Thorns [email protected] Class Manager Gordon Stirton [email protected] Equipment Bruce Oelman Training [email protected] Project Nickie Brander Coordinators [email protected] Jo Watson [email protected] Programme Brian Arthur Manager & [email protected] Equipment Procurement Non-Committee appointments Hon. Examiner Michael Mitchell [email protected] Member Bernard Whelan Communications [email protected] Webmaster Gary Cook [email protected] 4 703250 319551 718424 795592 719582 715457 792589 713956 684058 726521 723137 782777 209976 726593 520666 723802 734515 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom INTRODUCTION TO THE U3A Farnham U3A is part of the Third Age Trust, which represents local U3As throughout the UK. It is an educational, self-help organisation providing study groups, recreational and social activities at minimal cost. The intention is that there is sharing of learning and skills and the experience of older people is valued. Farnham U3A was formed in 1990 and now has over 1,100 members. This prospectus gives details of the groups which will be meeting throughout the academic year 2014-2015. Your membership subscription entitles you to join as many groups as you wish, subject to there being space available, at no extra cost. There are three exceptions to this: 1. An extra charge may be made for a professional tutor, external speaker or materials. This is noted in the prospectus. 2. A charge may be made to cover the costs of printing or photocopying and other minor disbursements. This will not generally exceed £1 per term. 3. At Project and Monthly Meetings, when refreshments are provided, a charge may be made. Once you have paid your subscription for the year, you may join the groups of your choice by contacting the group secretaries before our Registration Day. All the groups will be represented at Registration Day, on Monday, 1 September, from 10 a.m. to 11.30 a.m., in the Great Hall, Farnham Maltings. This is an opportunity to learn more about groups that you may be interested in, to join groups in person, and to find out more about activities connected with our special project for the year. Changes to the Programme, and other information about the U3A (Clubs, Events, Outings, Special Meetings) are posted on our Website at www.farnhamu3a.org.uk and on the U3A Notice Board in the corridor leading to The Maltings Café. You must show your new Membership Card when registering for the groups you wish to join. Please renew your membership before 31 July so that your new membership card can be sent to you in time for Registration. You may renew your membership at The Maltings on Registration morning, but this may involve queuing . See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 5 ACADEMIC YEAR 2014/2015 KEY DATES Autumn Term Spring Term Summer Term 1 September to 12 December 5 January to 2 April 7 April to 12 June 2014 Registration Day Monday, 1 September Register to join groups from 10.00 until 11.30 hrs in The Great Hall at The Maltings 2014 Annual General Meeting Monday, 8 September at 14.00 hrs, The Maltings 2014 New Members’ Reception Friday, 24 October from 16.15 hrs, The Maltings - BY INVITATION ONLY 2015 Group Leaders’ & Secretaries’ Meetings TBA, The Maltings JOINING FARNHAM U3A Contact Mrs Margaret Ham Tel 01252 715457 Email: [email protected] 6 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom North America Project Programme 2014-15 Friday Mornings 10.00 – 13.00 September 12 - Ticket Only £5 ( to include Tea/Coffee) How they Govern – an insight into the Constitutions: Laurence Carter (USA), Richard Thomas (Canada) “U3a and you – U3a and me” - National Chairman: Barbara Lewis October 10 American Musicals: Rae Baker How the West was won (or lost!): Michael A’Bear November 7 - Ticket Only £5 (includes Tea/Coffee & Thanksgiving Treat!) The Calgary Stampede (Rodeo): Paul Whitlock Thanksgiving US Style: Mary Ellen Foley The Lone Star State – Texas: Terry Boyle December 12 The British in N. America in the 18th century - Elizabeth Anson The Wines of North America - Brian Arthur 14.00 North American Wine Tasting - John Helmsley (Ticket only £8.00) 2015 January 16 Space - Laurence Anslow Religions - Eileen Williams Daughters of the Revolution - Meg Hovarth -Vice Regent of the London Chapter February 13 Canadian Literature - Rosemary Thomas Slavery through Literature - Gloria Stock Ragtime music.-.Tony Ashwell March 20 Sporting Heroes - Joanne Watson Tommy Reilly - Canadian Harmonica Player & Elstead resident: Roger Trobridge May 1 Finale - Ticket Only £5 (includes Tea/Cofee) North American Indians - Joy Hendry French Speaking Canada - Bill Marshall Songs of the 49th Parallel - Canadian singer songwriters- Adrian Martin See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 7 Monthly Meetings - Mondays at 14.00 Sept 29 Tales of a Scotland Yard Detective - Steve Roberts - Retired Detective with the Flying Squad and Kidnap and Specialist Investigation Unit Oct 20 Britain from Above and the Aerofilms collection 1919-2006 - Philip Jacob Nov 10 “All Tanked Up” - The Story of the Canadian forces stationed locally in WW11 - John Owen Smith Dec 1 A Surrey Christmas - .Matthew Alexander 2015 Jan 19 The North-West Mounted Police - The Mounties - Richard Thomas Feb 23 Social Media - Everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask! - Nicky Kriel - Social Media Consultant March 9 North American Architecture - ( Representatives of the Architecture group) May 11 The American Dream - Gordon Barnett Open Class Meetings – open to non group members Philosophy – Wed Sept 24th (2-4 pm) - 'The American Pragmatists'. Musical Discovery - Tues Oct 14th (1.45-3.45pm) - The Great American Songbook Travelogue – Thurs Oct 24th (10-12):- The Oregon Trail and Wild West Legends Military History - Fri Nov 21st (10-12) - General CusterArt History - Fri March 6th (2-4pm) Wyeth and Rockwell - A Look at Two American Artists' - presented by Ann Watson of Guildford U3A. Friday April 10 (2-4pm) 'American Abstract Expressionism' - Peter Duffy Geopolitics - Friday June 5 (10-12) – The USA 8 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom Monthly Meetings on Mondays at 14:00 Sept 29 Tales of a Scotland Yard Detective: Steve Roberts - Retired Detective, The Flying Squad and Kidnap and Specialist Investigation Unit Oct 20 Britain from Above and the Aerofilms collection 1919-2006: Philip Jacob Nov 10 “All Tanked Up” - The Story of the Canadian forces stationed in the area during WW11: John Owen Smith Dec 1 A Surrey Christmas: Matthew Alexander 2015 Jan 19 The North-West Mounted Police - “The Mounties”: Richard Thomas Feb 23 Social Media - Everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask! : Nicky Kriel, Social Media Consultant March 9 North American Architecture - members of Architecture Group May 11 How the West was won (or lost!): Michael A’Bear Open Meetings Philosophy Music Discovery Travelogue Military History Art History Film Club Wed, Sept 24 - 'The American Pragmatists'. Tues, Oct 14 - ‘The Great American Song book’ Thurs, Oct 24 - ‘The Oregon Trail & Wild West legends’ Fri, Nov 21 - ‘General Custer’ Fri, 6 Mar ‘Wyeth and Rockwell - Two American Artists' Fri, Apr 10 - American Abstract Expressionism All films will have American/Canadian connections. Other Open Meetings to be notified on the website, in the OWL Newsletter and on the U3A notice board. All events are open to all members. Please look at the website/notice board for further details of each event. It is helpful if you will inform the appropriate group secretary if you will attend an open meeting. Tickets for paid events can be obtained from Ann Vickers, - [email protected] - 713956 And at Registration, Study Days and Monthly Meetings See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 9 FARNHAM U3A PROGRAMME THE ARTS 1 Architecture - Tim Cox & Suzanne Vincent Normally we have two 20-30 minute presentations each meeting contributed by members and a visit during the year. This year will be largely, but not exclusively, about North American Architecture and Architects – domestic buildings before Christmas and others after. To ensure easy discussion, class size is limited. Contact Victoria Lighting - [email protected] - 795180 Day & Time Tuesday 10.00 - 12.00 Monthly Dates Sep 16, Oct 14, Nov 18, Dec 16 Jan 20, Feb 17, Mar 17, Apr 14, May 19 2 Art History - Ann Vickers We encourage members to give an illustrated talk on an artist, school of painting, or era, of their choice. Help is available for those who are not familiar with making slide-shows. You can of course, just come along and watch and listen. Contact Ann Vickers - [email protected] - 713956 Day & Time Friday 14.00 - 16.00 Monthly Dates Sep 5, Oct 10 & 31, Dec 5 Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 6, Apr 10, May 8, Jun 5 3 Bookbinding - Chris Silver There is a fee for this group. Take a damaged book for repair, or a book you've made that needs covers and using almost any material you like you can become a bookbinder with tutorial help from an experienced teacher. Contact Chris Silver - [email protected] - 725263 Day & Time Thursday 09.30 - 12.30 Weekly Sep 4 - Dec 11, NOT Sep 25 Dates Jan 8 - Jun 11, NOT Feb 19, Mar 12 or Apr 23 4 Calligraphy - Pat Jago New members are welcome to join this friendly group. Advice for beginners on selection of tools and materials, demonstrations to all levels of the techniques and construction used to form the letters in each hand. Contact Brenda Ellison - no email - 790152 Day & Time Thursday 13.30 - 15.30 Twice monthly Dates Sep 11, Oct 9 & 23, Nov 13 & 27, Dec 11 & 18 Jan 15 & 29, Feb 12 & 26, Mar 19, Apr 16 & 30 10 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom 5 Film Club - Richard Thomas This year, in support of the Project, we will show a range of interesting or quirky films from or about North America. Contact Day & Time Dates Ann Vickers - [email protected] - 713956 Tuesday 13.30 - 15.30 Monthly Sep 16, Oct 21, Nov 18, Jan 20, Feb 17, Mar 17, Apr 21, May 19 6 Fun with Flowers - Gill Cubitt Arranging flowers for your home and learning how to 'condition' your flowers and garden plant material - making them last, avoiding disasters and experimenting with new designs. Lots of tips. It's Fun! Contact Gill Cubitt - [email protected] - 722233 Day & Time Wednesday 14.00 - 16.00 Monthly Dates Sep 3, Oct 1, Nov 5, Dec 3 Jan 7, Feb 4, Mar 4, Apr 8, May 6, Jun 3 7 Knitting & Handicraft - Marion Mullen Calling all of you who enjoy knitting, tapestries, embroidery or any type of handicraft. We are a self-led group of like-minded friendly folk who welcome a couple of hours dedicated to our craft. We can share skills, materials and patterns and maybe invite a guest or two for some variety. Contact Marion Mullen - [email protected] – tel withheld Day & Time Monday 14.00 - 16.00 2-weekly Dates Sep 15 & 29, Oct 13 & 27, Nov 17, Dec 8, Jan 5 & 26, Feb 2 & 16, Mar 2 & 16, Apr 13 & 20, May 18, Jun 1 & 15 8 Painting 1 This is a friendly painting group for all abilities. We follow a programme of activities and help and advice is given where necessary. Occasional workshops and demonstrations are organised. Contact Alison Ridgeon - [email protected] - 716808 Day & Time Tuesday 14.00 - 16.00 2-weekly Dates Sep 16 & 30, Oct 21, Nov 11 & 25, Jan 13 & 27 Feb 10 & 24, Mar 10 & 24, Apr 7 & 21, May 12 & 26, Jun 9 See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 11 9 Painting 2 Beginners and experienced painters are welcome to join this friendly group. Help and advice is given if required and occasional workshops and demonstrations organised. Contact Wendy Horne - [email protected] - 792542 Day & Time Friday 10.00 - 12.00 2-weekly Dates Sep 5 & 19, Oct 3 & 24, Nov 21, Dec 5, Jan 9 & 23 Feb 6 & 27, Mar 6 & 27, Apr 17, May 8 & 22, Jun 5 & 19 10 Painting 4 Social group, no tuition. Mixed abilities. Contact Stanley Jarvis - [email protected] - 321782 Day & Time Tuesday 10.00 - 12.00 2-weekly Dates Sep 16 & 30, Oct 7 & 21, Nov 11 & 25, Dec 16, Jan 13 & 27 Feb 10 & 24, Mar 10 & 24, Apr 21, May 12 & 26, Jun 9 11 Photography - Tony Watson Suitable for all abilities, help and advice given on different techniques. Workshops held on various subjects ranging from getting to know your camera to the basic elements of image processing. At the end of the Academic Year we hold a major competition, judged by an expert. Contact Peter Clarke - [email protected] - 689479 Day & Time Monday 10.00 - 12.00 2-weekly Dates Sep 15 & 29, Oct 13 & 27, Nov 10 & 24, Dec 8, Jan 12 & 26 Feb 9 & 23, Mar 9 & 23, Apr 13 & 27, May 11, Jun 1 12 Theatre Club Theatre Club offers members the opportunity to visit a variety of theatres to see plays, musicals and comedy. Existing members can renew by sending a cheque for £6 (made out to U3A Farnham) to cover postage, to 6 Cobbett Court, 54 Waverley Lane, Farnham GU9 8DD and will be required to show their new U3A membership cards on their first theatre visit. Seats are allocated by a draw. Contact Julie Cooper - [email protected] - 821903 Diane Godwin - email withheld - 721820 Dates Trips as advised 12 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom MUSIC 13 Concert Club A series of classic concerts in London & Basingstoke, travelling by coach. New members always welcome Contact Gillian Devin - [email protected] - 01428 606108 2014: Fri, 10 Oct, Thurs, 13 Nov, 2015: Sat, 21 Feb Thurs 12 Dates Mar, Thurs, 23 Apr, Sun 24 May (TBC) 14 Guitar Club - Mark Gardiner - NEW Aimed at beginners, intermediates or indeed anyone who needs some help with an aspect of their style or composition, or just wants to come and talk guitars! Additional aspects covered will include, defining a natural 'signature' style, creating a good tone, best use of technology and getting the best from the minimal equipment. Mark Gardiner - [email protected] - 794088 Contact Day & Time Tuesday, 2.00 to 4.00 - weekly for a 4 week trial Dates Sep 9 to 30 15 Jazz Club - Richard Thomas We focus on the Traditional and Classical (pre-Bop) periods of Jazz with forays into more modern styles and from other regions (Latin America, Africa and Europe). Most sessions are introduced by group members. New members are most welcome. Contact Ann Vickers – [email protected] - 713956 Day & Time Thursday 14.00 -16.00 Monthly Dates Sep 4, Oct 2, Nov 6, Dec 4, Jan 8, Feb 12, Mar 5, Apr 9 May 7 16 Music Discovery - Michael Gardener If you enjoy listening to good music, and are open minded in discovering music you will receive a warm welcome from the many who have already attended over the last five years. No musical knowledge is required and hopefully you will hear something new as well as some old favourites. Contact Ann Vickers - [email protected] - 713956 Day & Time Tuesday 13.45 - 15.45, Monthly Dates Sep 9, Oct 14, Nov 11, Dec 2, Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 10, Apr 14 See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 13 17 Opera - Laurence Carter & Trevor Williams A varied programme of talks and screenings covering all periods and aspects of opera from Monteverdi to the present day. Programmes may be varied to include the interests or contributions of Group members. When a complete opera or a lengthy section of an opera is to be shown, the meeting may over-run and a three hour parking ticket is advisable. Contact Susan Bussell - [email protected] - 715830 Day & Time Wednesday 14.00 - 16.15 Monthly Dates Sep 24, Oct 22, Nov 26 Jan 21, Feb 25, Mar 25, Apr 22, May 27 LITERATURE 18 Book Group - Gill Cox This lively group meets monthly to discuss a book we have read, which is introduced by a member of the group. We choose the ten books in advance, and cover a wide range of modern novels, classics and biographies, old and new. Our tastes are varied and we all love reading. Contact Gill Cox - [email protected] - 718716 Day & Time Friday 14.00 - 16.00 Monthly Dates Sep 12, Oct 10, Nov 7, Dec 5, Jan 9, Feb 13, Mar 20, Apr 17, May 15, Jun 12 19 Literary Topics - Rosemary Thomas & Jan Herbert Location, Location - a Sense of Place. This year we shall consider the effect of the setting in the works of various writers, including Hardy, the Brontes, Basil Bunting. Newcomers very welcome. Contact Jan Herbert - [email protected] - 795600 Day & Time Thursday 10.00 - 12.00 Monthly Dates Sep 11, Oct 9, Nov 13, Dec 11 Jan 8, Feb 12, Mar 5, Apr 2 20 Modern Novel - David Helsdon We select literature of the 20th and 21st centuries from a common theme. Ten titles are chosen from suggestions within the group, and a member presents the chosen book for discussion at the monthly meeting. Contact David Helsdon - [email protected] - 727824 Day & Time Wednesday 10.00 - 12.00 Monthly Dates Sep 3, Oct 1, Nov 5, Dec 3 Jan 7, Feb 4, Mar 4, Apr 1, May 6, Jun 3 14 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom 21 Play Reading - Margaret Ham An informal gathering sitting round a table reading plays for pleasure (you can just listen if you prefer!). We read works chosen by the group, typically written by Shaw, Priestley, Wilder, etc. Contact Margaret Ham - [email protected] - 715457 Day & Time Thursday 14.00 - 16.00 Monthly Dates Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 20, Dec 11 Jan 15, Feb 26, Mar 19, Apr 9 22 Poetry 1 - self-led We alternate between one person talking to us about a poet of their choice, and all bringing a selection of poems on a theme decided in advance. Contact Ann Vickers - [email protected] - 713956 Day & Time Wednesday 14.00 - 16.00 Monthly Dates Sep 10, Oct 8, Nov 12, Dec 17 Jan 14, Feb 11, Mar 18, Apr 8, May 6, Jun 3 23 Poetry 2 - Patricia Thorns The topic for this year is “The Heir and the Spare”. We shall examine the poetry of some Poets’ Laureate from the last few centuries, and also some poets who, in our opinion, should have been similarly lauded. The course will also include some poetry from the First World War in this significant anniversary year. Contact Day & Time Dates Ann Vickers - [email protected] - 713956 Tuesday 14.00 - 16.00 Monthly Sep 2, Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2 Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 3, Apr 7, May 5 24 The Project Book Group - Pat Thorns By popular demand, we will continue the book group for another year and will be discussing books published between 1940 and 1970, so that we can watch Pathe News excerpts from the years our chosen novels were published. We intend to select some American texts to fit in with next year’s project. Contact Patricia Thorns - [email protected] - 684058 Day & Time Dates Tuesday 13.30 - 15.30 Monthly Sep 23, Oct 21, Nov 18 Jan 27, Feb 24, Mar 24, Apr 21, May 26, Jun 9 See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 15 25 Russian Literature - Short Stories - John Innes As before the three sessions will be devoted to a writer or writers in the Empire period up to 1917, the Revolution and Civil War period and the Soviet and perhaps post-Soviet period. A story is given out in advance and then the session includes more background and discussion. Contact John Innes - [email protected] - 734597 Day & Time Monday 14.00 - 16.00 Monthly Dates Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 8, Jan 12, Feb 16, Mar 16 26 Shakespeare - Mary Bell This year we continue to celebrate our national playwright and poet. Our popular sessions include talks, discussions, theatre trips and workshops led by current stage and screen actors. Contact Margaret Stafford 715052 Day & Time Thursday 10.00 - 12.00 Monthly Dates Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 13 Jan 15, Feb 12, Mar 19, Apr 9, May 14 27 Short Stories – Jan Herbert We use the popular format of a presentation followed by small group discussion and a reporting-back session. This year we shall examine stories on the theme of 'Youth and/or Age'. New members welcome. Contact Richenda Wallace - [email protected] - 726090 Day & Time Wednesday 10.00 - 12.00 Monthly Dates Sep 10, Oct 8, Nov 12, Dec 3 Jan 14, Feb 11, Mar 18, Apr 8, May 13, Jun 10 28 World Literature - Sue Willson We enjoy reading books from around the world. Each month a group member gives a short presentation and leads discussion. We are a friendly group, and like to go out for lunch now and then. Contact Bev Sylvester-Evans - [email protected] - 714793 Day & Time Tuesday 10.00 - 12.00 Monthly Dates Sep 2, Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2 Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 3, Apr 7, May 5, Jun 2 16 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom 29 Writers’ Group In this self-led group a story topic is chosen every month and each member reads the result at the next session. An amazing variety of styles and genres always seems to emerge, prompting friendly and encouraging discussion. Contact Jill van Heerden - no email - 718904 Valerie Wills – [email protected] - 01256 782057 Day & Time Wednesday 10.00 - 12.00 Monthly Dates Sep 17, Oct 15, Nov 19 Jan 21, Feb 18, Mar 25, Apr 22, May 20, Jun 17 HUMANITIES 30 Cookery for Men - NEW A course of 5 lessons, limited to 8 Members. A basic cookery course for men who have no previous cookery knowledge. By the end of the course students should be confident to undertake cooking for themselves and/or their partners. NB: this course is NOT suitable for food allergy sufferers. Contact Day & Time Dates Venue Anne Ashmore - [email protected] 711013 Tuesday 17.00 - 19.00 or 20.00 (depending on School) Jan 13, 20 & 27, Feb 3, 10 All Hallows School 31 Grumpy Old People - Michael A’Bear Most of us have enjoyed watching those Grumpy Old Men and Women on television, and can only think they talk good sense. If that is you – this is the group for you. The group will be largely self-led in that at the end of one meeting, the members will choose three topics for discussion at the next. There will be ample time to think about the topics and arrive ready to have your say. Contact Prue Horne - [email protected] - 319661 Day & Time Tuesday 14.30 - 16.00 Monthly Dates Sep 23, Oct 21, Nov 25 Jan 20, Feb 24, Mar 24, Apr 21, May 26 See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 17 32 Humour Group - Keith & Mary Williams - NEW A self-help group taking turns to explore comedians old and new via background information and a DVD. There will be a chance to share any humorous moments, comments or snippets from the media to round off the session. Contact Mary Williams - [email protected] - 711783 Day & Time Thursday, 14.00 - 15.30 Monthly Sep 11, Oct 9, Nov 13, Dec 11 Dates Jan 8, Feb 12, Mar 19, Apr 9, May 7, Jun 11 Mindful Meditation – course cancelled 98 The Minefield of Cross-Cultural Communication - NEW Late Entry - See page 32 99 Speaking To U3A Groups and the Project - NEW Late Entry - See page 32 34 Philosophy 1 - Ann Vickers In Philosophy 1 we pre-read a chapter from our current book-choice, and then look at it in detail during the class. Discussion is encouraged. Contact Ann Vickers - [email protected] - 713956 Day & Time Wednesday 14.00 - 16.00 Monthly Dates Sep 24, Oct 22, Nov 19, Jan 21 Feb 18, Mar 25, Apr 22, May 13, Jun 10 35 Philosophy 2 Philosophy 2 differs from Philosophy 1, in that we each take it in turn to present a chapter from our chosen book. Again, discussion is encouraged. Contact Ann Vickers - [email protected] - 713956 Day & Time Wednesday 14.00 - 16.00 Monthly Dates Sep 3, Oct 1 & 29, Nov 26 Jan 7 & 28, Feb 25, Apr 1 & 29 May 20 18 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom 36 Lend Me Your Ears - NEW Did you see the film 'The King's Speech'? Are there voices on radio or TV you warm to, and ones that turn you off? With new skills - posture, breathing, relaxation, and projection - you can develop a voice people warm to, and so communicate even better. Contact David Wylde - [email protected] - 722193 Day & Time Dates Friday 14.00 – 16.00 Monthly Sep 19, Oct 10, Nov 7 Jan 16, Feb 13, Mar 20, Apr 10, May 15 37 Wine Discovery The course comprises 8 sessions with a fee of £60 to buy the wine. Our group of enthusiastic amateurs is self-led, enjoying and learning more about quality wines from around the world. Contact Tony Burke - [email protected] - 715352 Day & Time Thursday 14.00 - 16.00 Monthly Dates Oct 9, Nov 13, Dec 12 (Note: Friday, not Thursday) Jan 15, Feb 5, Mar 5, Apr 2, May 7 38 World Religions - John Innes An in depth study and discussion of World Faiths, including Judaism, Islam, Christianity, Roman Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Intelligent Design and Gnosticism. Includes visiting speakers, and excursions (London, Oxford, etc) Contact Gordon Barnett - [email protected] - 319551 Day & Time Friday 10.00 - 12.00 Monthly Dates 3 Oct, Nov 7, Dec 5, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 6, Apr 10, May 8 SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 39 Astronomy - Laurence Anslow Monthly meeting of the U3A Astronomy Club, with chat about items of current interest in the sky. All welcome. Possibility of Guest Speakers. Use of observatory and telescopes by arrangement. Contact Lynne Watson - [email protected] - 710982 Day & Time Wednesday 14.00 - 15.00 Monthly Dates Oct 15, Nov 19, Dec 17 Jan 21, Feb 18, Mar 18, Apr 15, May 20 See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 19 40 Computer 1 - Basics - John Carter Introduction to E-mail and the Internet. This is a six week course to make you feel confident using email and the Internet. No experience necessary but students must have Internet access (available free at Farnham Library) and to work regularly on their own computers between classes. Contact Cynthia Barnett - [email protected] - 319551 Day & Time Wednesday 16.30 - 18.00 Weekly Dates Sep 24, Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 Location All Hallows School 41 Computer 2 - Inexperienced - Tony Lennard Basic training for extending the use of the computer to various tasks of word processing, mailing, filing, simple accounting, web browsing, Power Point Presentation and others, such as Adobe. Taught in an easily understandable way by an experienced teacher. Cynthia Barnett - [email protected] - 319551 Contact Day & Time Wednesday 16.30-18.00 2 weekly Dates Sept 17, Oct 1 & 15, Nov 5 & 19, Dec 3 & 10, Jan 7 & 21, Feb 4 & 25, Mar 11 & 25, Apr 15 & 29, May 13 & 20. Location All Hallows School 42 Computer 3 - Advanced To be arranged and announced later 43 Fun Maths - Monica Cook “Maths really is fun” and “Maths makes sense”. These are quotes from members. This group works together exploring unusual and interesting mathematical ideas; we also play games and solve puzzles. No prior knowledge is required, only a desire to discover the magic of mathematics. Contact Tina Austin - [email protected] - 723261 Day & Time Thursday 10.00 - 11.30 Monthly Dates Oct 23, Nov 27 Jan 22, Feb 26, Mar 26, Apr 30, May 28 Geology 1 - cancelled 20 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom 44 Geology 2 - Graham Parlett This course is designed for those who have already attended any of my previous courses and is not appropriate for complete beginners. Themes already considered will be taken further and in the same format as before - formal presentations and discussions. A field trip in the summer is planned. Contact Judy Parlett - [email protected] - 793580 Day & Time Tuesday 10.00 - 11.45 Monthly Dates Sep 23, Nov 4, Dec 2 Jan 6. Feb 3, Mar 3, Apr 7, May 12, Jun 2 45 Horticulture - Jackie Caird & Jenny Williams We are a friendly, enthusiastic group interested in all aspects of gardening. In the winter we have lively discussions on various subjects sometimes with speakers, in the summer we visit local gardens. Contacts Tel only: Jackie Caird – 722753 Jenny Williams - 713863 Email only: Nick Aylett - [email protected] Lynne Watson - [email protected] Day & Time Thursday 14.00 - 15.30 Monthly Dates Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 6, Feb 5, Mar 19, Apr 2, May 14 Investment Clubs In our friendly investment clubs, we pay only £25 a month into a ‘pot’ which we use to buy shares. You are welcome to come to a couple of meetings before making a financial commitment. 46 Investment Group 1 - David Matthews Contact David Matthews - [email protected] - 722091 Day & Time Tuesday 14.30 - 16.30 Monthly Dates Sep 16, Oct 14, Nov 18 Jan 13, Feb 17, Mar 17, Apr 14, May 19 47 Investment Group 2 - Gordon Barnett Contacts Day & Time Dates Gordon Barnett - [email protected] - 319551 David Everitt - [email protected] - 321951 Tuesday 14.00 - 16.00 Monthly Aug 5, Sep 9, Oct 7, Nov 11, Dec 2 Jan 6, Feb 10, Mar 10, Apr 14, May 12, Jun 9 See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 21 48 Science and Society - Georgina Crawley & Carol Pritchard This group is for anyone with an interest in Science and Technology, and their impact on life today. The programme will include activities such as presentations, discussions on topical issues in the media, videos and a possible visit. Contact Anne Bryce - [email protected] - 328394 Day & Time Wednesday 14.00 - 16.00 Monthly Dates Oct 8, Nov 5, Dec 3, Jan 7, Feb 4, Mar 4, Apr 8 LANGUAGES Language courses have been assigned proficiency levels as follows: Level 1: beginner or near-beginner Level 2: some basic knowledge or re-starters Level 3 good basic knowledge, some conversation Level 4 reasonable knowledge, comparable to final year GCSE Level 5 good working knowledge Conversation: usually Level 3 and above 49 French 1 - Anne Richmond Level 1 to 2 Improvers. This year we will continue to use the book – Voila. We will start with basic revision, progress our grammar and conversation and learn more about French life and culture. Contact Anne Richmond - [email protected] - 01428 604030 Day & Time Monday 10.00 - 11.15 2-weekly Dates Sep 22, Oct 6 & 20, Nov 3 & 17, Dec 1, Jan 12 & 26 Feb 2 & 16, Mar 2 & 16, Apr 13 & 27, May 11 & 18, Jun 8 50 French 2 - Odette Byrne Level 2 to 3 follows a course on a book and CDs. Contact Grania Davy - [email protected] - 01428 604604 Day & Time Wednesday 13.45 - 15.15 2-weekly Dates Sep 10 & 24, Oct 8 & 22, Nov 5 & 19, Dec 3, Jan 7 & 21 Feb 4 & 18, Mar 4 & 18, Apr 8 & 22, May 6 & 20, Jun 3 51 French 3 - Michael Blower French Conversation. Contact Miets Kuyken - no email - 01428-604117 Day & Time Tuesday 09.45 - 10.45 2-weekly Dates Sep 9 & 23, Oct 7 & 21, Nov 4 & 18, Dec 2 Jan 6 & 20, Feb 10 & 24, Mar 10 & 24, Apr 7 & 21 May 5 & 19, Jun 2 22 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom 52 French 4 - Pamela Martin French Conversation. We will read articles of topical interest and explore new vocabulary. Participants will be asked, on occasions, to prepare a small piece on a set topic or a subject of their choice. The leadership of the class may revolve. This is a friendly relaxed group who welcome new members of intermediate standard. Contact Pamela Martin - [email protected] - 01428-717617 Day & Time Tuesday 11.00 - 12.00 2-weekly Dates Sep 9 & 23, Oct 7 & 21, Nov 4 & 18, Dec 2 Jan 6 & 20, Feb 10 & 24, Mar 10 & 24, Apr 7 & 21 May 5 & 19, 53 French 6 - Susan Hall Level 3 progressing to level 4. Limited to16 members to enable each to talk. Members prepare comments on a chosen subject for each class. The emphasis will be on conversation, dealing with everyday situations in France as well as chosen discussion topics. Lessons in French, but various points of grammar will be examined, with explanations in English. Contact Ann Foster - email withheld - 737649 Day & Time Tuesday 14.30 - 16.00 2-weekly Dates Sep 9 & 23, Oct 7 & 21, Nov 4 & 18, Dec 16 Jan 6 & 20, Feb 3 & 17, Mar 3 & 17, Apr 7 & 21 May 5 & 19, Jun 2 German 1– Course cancelled 54 German 2 - self-led Level 4 & higher. The emphasis is on conversation. Members take it in turns to introduce a subject of topical or general interest to generate an exchange of views and lively conversation. Issues of vocabulary and grammar are addressed. Limited to 12 members, prospective new members need a sound knowledge of German language and the ability to speak it fluently. Contact Susan Hall - no email - 852258 Day & Time Wednesday 10.00 - 11.30 2-weekly Dates Sep 10 & 24, Oct 8 & 22, Nov 12 & 26, Dec 3, Jan 14 & 28 Feb 11 & 25, Mar 18 & 25, Apr 15 & 29. May 13 & 27, Jun 10 Italian 1 - Course Cancelled See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 23 55 Italian 2 - Nancy Wright Contact Day & Time Dates Nancy Wright - [email protected] 01483 300564 Monday 09.30 - 10.45 2-weekly Sep 8 & 22, Oct 6 & 20, Nov 3 & 17, Dec 8 & 22 Jan 5 & 19, Feb 2 & 16, Mar 2 & 16, Apr 13 & 27 May 11, Jun 8 56 Italian 3 - Nancy Wright Contact Day & Time Dates Nancy Wright - [email protected] 01483 300564 Monday 11.00 - 12.15 2-weekly Sep 8 & 22, Oct 6 & 20, Nov 3 & 17, Dec 8 & 22 Jan 5 & 19, Feb 2 & 16, Mar 2 & 16, Apr 13 & 27 May 11, Jun 8 57 Latin - Paul Callow Level 3-5. We read and translate Latin authors in the original text. Each session will include some grammar. Contact Day & Time Dates Paul Callow - [email protected] - 727471 Wednesday 14.00 - 15.30 2-weekly Sep 3 & 17, Oct 1 & 15, Nov 5 & 19, Dec 3, Jan 7 & 21 Feb 4 & 18, Mar 4 & 18, Apr 1 & 15, May 6 & 20, Jun 3 58 Spanish 1 Level 1. The class concentrates on basic vocabulary and everyday phrases, and very simple reading. Contact Tony Ashwell - [email protected] - 716636 Day & Time Wednesday 10.00 -11.00 2 weekly Dates Sep 3 & 17, Oct 1 & 15, Nov 5 & 26, Dec 17 Jan 7 & 21, Feb 4 & 18, Mar 4 & 25, Apr 15 & 29 May 6 & 20, Jun 3 & 17 59 Spanish 2 Level 2. We move on to construction of sentences, holiday Spanish and basic grammar (tenses of verbs, pronouns). Contact Tony Ashwell - [email protected] - 716636 Day & Time Wednesday 11.15 - 12.15 2 weekly Dates Sep 3 & 17, Oct 1 & 15, Nov 5 & 26, Dec 17 Jan 7 & 21, Feb 4 & 18, Mar 4 & 25, Apr 15 & 29 May 6 & 20, Jun 3 & 17 24 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom 60 Spanish 3 - Bernard Whelan Level 3. Concentrates on grammar, fairly straightforward readings and simple sentence construction. Contact Pamela Brown – [email protected] - 702075 Day & Time Wednesday 11.15 – 12.15 2-weekly Dates Sep 3 & 17, Oct 22, Nov 5 & 19, Dec 3 (NOT Oct 8), Jan 14 & 28, Feb 11 (NOT Feb 26) Mar 18, Apr 1 & 29, May 13 & 27, Jun 10 61 Spanish 4 - Bernard Whelan Level 4. Consists largely of reading and translating advanced texts, with grammatical points raised by way of illustration as they occur in the texts. Contact Pamela Brown - [email protected] - 702075 Day & Time Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30 2-weekly Dates Sep 3 & 17, Oct 22, Nov 5 & 19, Dec 3 (NOT Oct 8), Jan 14 & 28, Feb 11 (NOT Feb 26) Mar 18, Apr 1 & 29, May 13 & 27, Jun 10 62 Spanish 5 - Paid, private tutor Conversation. For Spanish Class members only. There is a fee for this group. Contact Helen Williams - [email protected] - 328027 Day & Time Thursday 09.45 - 11.15 2-weekly Dates Sep 4 & 18, Oct 2 & 16, Nov 6 & 20, Dec 4 & 11 Jan 15 & 22, Feb 5 & 26, Mar 5 & 19, Apr 16 & 30 May 14 & 21, Jun 4 & 11 HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY Current Affairs - Members come prepared to discuss significant events at home and abroad, and to offer a few introductory words about some topic they believe important. 63 Current Affairs 1 (Mondays) - Jo Huddleston Contact Day & Time Dates Di Huddleston - [email protected] 794989 Monday 10.00 - 12.00 2-weekly Sep 8 & 22, Oct 6 & 20, Nov 3 & 17, Dec 1 & 15 Jan 5 & 19, Feb 9 & 23, Mar 9 & 23, Apr 13 & 27 May 18, Jun 1 & 15 See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 25 64 Current Affairs 2 (Wednesdays) - Jo Savage Contact Day & Time Dates Prue Horne - [email protected] - 319661 Wednesday 10.00 - 12.00 2-weekly Sep 17, Oct 1, 15 & 29, Nov 12 & 26. Dec 17 Jan 7 & 21, Feb 4 & 18, Mar 4 & 18, Apr 1 & 15 May 6 & 20 65 Economics - self-led We are a lively group, who are interested in how economics affects us and the wider world. Day & Time Wednesday 10.00 - 11.30 Monthly Contact Susan Phillips - [email protected] - 711093 Dates Sep 17, Oct 15, Nov 12, Dec 3 Jan 14, Feb 11, Mar 18. Apr 15, May 13 66 Farnham Local History - David Picken Farnham is a town rich in history. Emphasis will be on a limited group membership, all of whom will be expected to contribute, bringing their ideas and knowledge to the group. Some guest speakers. Contact Gill Picken - [email protected] - 658124 Day & Time Thursday 14.00 - 16.00 Monthly Dates Sep 18, Oct 23, Nov 27 Jan 22, Feb 26. Mar 26, Apr 16, May 21 67 Geopolitics - Richard Thomas & John Irwin For 2014-15 we shall assemble another wide-ranging set of interesting international and geopolitical subjects. Group numbers are restricted - so there may be a waiting list. Contact Ian Bell - [email protected] - 793672 Day & Time Friday 10.00 - 12.00 Monthly Dates Sep 5, Oct 3, Nov 7, Dec 5 Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 6, Apr 10, May 8, Jun 5 68 History Seminar - Hans Dumoulin This is a self-help group, set up by non-historians for non-historians. Participants give an introduction about once every two years. Numbers limited to 35 for constructive discussion. Contact Hugh Hussey - [email protected] - 793644 Day & Time Monday 10.00 - 12.00 2-weekly Dates Sep 15 & 29, Oct 13 & 27, Nov 10 & 24, Dec 8, Jan 19, Feb 2 & 16, Mar 2, 16 & 30, Apr 20, May 18, Jun 8 26 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom 69 Military Discussion Seminar - John Shoobridge Military history is complex and dynamic. All too often topics are evaluated in simple terms resulting in superficial conclusions but Military history is full of contradictions, misunderstandings and speculations. The aim of the Group is to identify military topics where it is possible that other than the conventional or traditional conclusion might be drawn. Contact Paul Wharam - [email protected] - 449663 Day & Time Tuesday 14.00 - 16.00 Dates below Dates Sep 30, Nov 25, Mar 24, May 26 70 Military History - Mike England We cover a variety of aspects of Military history – the personnel, strategy, logistics, intelligence gathering, training, the evolution of weapons and their impact on battle tactics from ancient times to the present day. Contact Peter Newman - [email protected] 793916 Day & Time Friday 10.00 - 12.00 Monthly Dates Sep 19, Oct 24, Nov 21 Jan 23, Feb 27, Mar 27, Apr 17, May 15 71 Travelogue - Pamela Taylor & Roy Picken We aim to have interesting and informative speakers, who have either lived in a country for some time or taken a holiday there. Participation is welcome but by no means essential. Contact Lynda Hampton - [email protected] - 01256 702109 Day & Time Thursday 10.00 - 12.00 Monthly Dates Sep 18, Oct 23, Nov 27 Jan 22, Feb 26, Mar 26, Apr 16, May 21 FITNESS AND RECREATIONAL COURSES 72 Amateur Bird Watching Amateur Local Bird-watching organised by David and Doreen Allen. Any contributions to the class will be gratefully accepted from existing or new members Contact David Allen - [email protected] - 794444 Day & Time Last Tuesday of the month, 10.00 Dates Sep 30, Oct 28, Nov 28, Dec 30, Jan 27, Feb 24 Mar 31, Apr 28, May 26, June 30 Location TBA See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 27 73 Bridge We are a friendly group. No tuition. Come with or without a partner. Contact Eileen Williams - [email protected] 792589 Day & Time Thursday 13.45 - 16.00 Weekly Sep 4 - Dec 11, NOT Sep 25 Dates Jan 8 - Jun 11, NOT Feb 19, Mar 12 or Apr 23 74 Cycling Club - Sue Shaw & David Mullen The group gives all abilities of cyclist a chance to ride and socialise in a friendly, non-competitive atmosphere. There are usually two groups: Easier group, around 10 miles, and Moderate group around 20 miles. Both groups stopping for refreshments. Minimum equipment: a maintained bicycle, cycle helmet, water bottle and spare inner tube. Contacts Sue Shaw - [email protected] - 726684 David Mullen - [email protected] - 725409 Day & Time Wednesday, meet at 9.45 in The Maltings car park Dates Sep 10 & 24, Oct 8 & 22, Nov 12 & 26, Dec 10 Jan 14 & 28, Feb 11 & 25, Mar 11 & 25, Apr 8 & 22, May 13 & 27, Jun 10 & 24, Jul 8 & 22, Aug 12 & 26 75 Line Dancing - Sylvia Horne Enjoy physical and mental exercise with cheerful music and friendly people. You do not need a partner or any special clothing, except suitable shoes. Mixed levels of experience. Complete beginners should join in the first term to learn the basic steps. Contact Sylvia Horne - [email protected] - 713902 Day & Time Monday 14.00 - 15.30 Weekly Sep 15 - Dec 8 NOT Oct 6 Dates Jan 5 - Jun 8, NOT Apr 6, May 4, 11, & 25 Gourmet Lunch Club - Course cancelled 76 Lunch - Pub1 We visit different pubs in our local area and members take it in turns to organise and book the location. Contact Margaret Gibbon - [email protected] - 794102 Day & Time Tuesday 12.00 Monthly Dates As advised 28 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom 77 Lunch - Pub2 Contact Day & Time Dates Cliff Crittenden - [email protected] - 665345 Wednesday 12.00 Monthly As advised Lunch – Pub3 – Course cancelled 78 Mah Jong - self-led Guidance is available and beginners are welcome. Guidelines and lists of hands available to those who are new to the group. Bring along your Mah Jong set and/or racks to the sessions. Contact Barbara Day - [email protected] - 716648 Day & Time Tuesday 10.00 - 12.00 2-weekly Dates Sep 9 & 23, Oct 7 & 21, Nov 4 & 18 Dec 2, Jan 13 & 27, Feb 10 & 24, Mar 10 & 24 Apr 7 & 21, May 12 & 26, Jun 2 79 Movement to Music - Caryl Griffith Contact Day & Time Dates Susan Innes - no email - 734597 Friday 10.00 - 11.00 2-weekly Sep 5 & 19, Oct 3 & 24, Nov 21 & 28, Dec 5 Jan 9 & 23, Feb 6 & 27, Mar 6 & 27, Apr 10 & 17 May 15 & 29, Jun 12 80 Pilates 1 - Paid, private tutor For all levels. There is a fee for this group. Contact Angela Hale - [email protected] - 820151 Day & Time Tuesday 11.30 - 12.30 Weekly Dates Sep 2 - Dec 2, Jan 6 - Mar 31, Apr 28 - Jun 9 81 Pilates 2 - Paid, private tutor For anyone with or without experience: mats and equipment provided. There is a fee for this group. Contact Di Huddleston [email protected] 794989 Day & Time Wednesday 13.00 - 14.00 Weekly Sep 3 - Dec 17 NOT Dec 10 Dates Jan 7 - Jun 24, NOT Mar 11 See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 29 82 Pilates 3 - Paid, private tutor For anyone with or without experience: mats and equipment provided. There is a fee for this group. Contact Sharron Hornsby - [email protected] - 794378 Day & Time Wednesday 14.00 - 15.00 Weekly Sep 3 - Dec 17 Not Dec10, Jan 7 - Jun 24, NOT Mar 11 Dates 83 Pilates 4 - Paid, private tutor For all levels we perform exercises aimed to improve: posture; balance; and flexibility; strengthen muscles and keep joints mobile. There is a fee for this group. Contact Doreen Chelton - [email protected] - 662921 Day & Time Monday 10.00 - 11.00 Weekly Dates Sep 8 - Dec 8, Jan 5 – Mar 30 Apr 20 - Jun 22 NOT Apr 6, May 4 & 25 84 Pilates 5 - Paid, private tutor For all levels we perform exercises aimed to improve: posture; balance; and flexibility; strengthen muscles and keep joints mobile. There is a fee for this group. Contact Doreen Chelton - [email protected] - 662921 Day & Time Monday 11.00 - 12.00 Weekly Dates Sep 8 - Dec 8, Jan 5 - Mar 30 Apr 20 - Jun 22 NOT Apr 6, May 4 & 25 85 Pilates 6 - Paid, private tutor Suitable for all levels and abilities. There is a fee for this group. Contact Hazel Lissenborough - [email protected] 713164 Day & Time Wednesday 11.45 - 12.45 Weekly Sep 3 - Dec 3 Not Dec10, Jan 7 - Jun 10 NOT Mar 11 Dates 86 Ramblers - Roger Jude Circular walks of approximately five miles are organised by group members, usually from different locations finishing at around 12.30 p.m. in time for a pub lunch (optional) and a chat. Members are encouraged to volunteer to lead a walk Contact Lynda Hampton - [email protected] 01256 702109 Day & Time Friday 10.00 2-weekly Dates Sep 5 & 19, Oct 3 & 17, Nov 7 & 21, Dec 5 & 19 Jan 2 & 16, Feb 6 & 20, Mar 6 & 20, Apr 10 & 24 May 8 & 22, Jun 5 & 19, Jul 3, Aug 7 30 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom 87 Scottish Dancing - Private, paid tutor Good for brain and body and great fun. Our social, friendly group is suitable for Beginners/Improvers. No need to come with a partner. All welcome – gentlemen and ladies. Some experience useful but not essential. There is a small fee for this group. Contact Di Huddleston - [email protected] 794989 Day & Time Friday 14.00 - 15.30 Weekly Sep 5 to Dec 5, NOT Sep 26, Oct 17, Nov 14 Dates Jan 9 to Jun 12, NOT Feb 20, Mar 13, Apr 3 & 24 88 Scrabble - Paul Callow The Scrabble group will be self-led. Contact Paul Callow - [email protected] - 727471 Day & Time Friday 14.00 - 16.00 2-Weekly Dates Sep 5 & 19, Oct 10 & 24, Nov 7 & 21, Dec 5 Jan 9 & 23, Feb 13 & 27, Mar 6 & 20, Apr 10 89 Scrapbooking Group - Sally Foster - NEW Do you have a box of photos that need mounting and identifying; perhaps you are interested in Family History? Are you already a keen paper crafter? Come along to this new group to learn about how to progress these interests to produce valuable historical records. All abilities welcome. Contact Sally Foster - [email protected] - 513156 Day & Time Monday 10.00 - 12,00 2-weekly Dates Sep 8 & 22, Oct 6 & 20, Nov 10 & 24, Dec 8 & 22 Jan 5 & 19, Feb 9 & 23, Mar 9 & 23, Apr 13 & 27 May 11 & 18, Jun 8 & 22 90 Sunday Group This is an opportunity for those on their own to enjoy Sunday lunch out in convivial company. Contact Elvire Myers - no email - 710814 Day & Time Sunday 12.00 Monthly Dates Usually 3rd Sunday. Programme at registration. See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 31 91 Swimming - David Goddard The Swimming Group meets 2-weekly, for a one hour session, at All Hallows School, Weybourne. The indoor pool is 16.7m long, and very well heated. Our swimming is purely recreational - no tuition but always enjoyable and sociable. Contact Margaret Reiter - [email protected] - 713228 Day & Time Daytime (day and time TBA) 2-Weekly Dates TBA Location All Hallows School 92 Table Tennis - Roy Graham Players of mixed ages and abilities. We have three tables at our disposal, mainly for doubles play. Contact Roy Graham - [email protected] - 715153 Day & Time Monday 15.00 - 17.00 2-weekly Dates Sep 8 & 22, Oct 6 & 27, Nov 3 & 17, Dec 8 & 22 Jan 12 & 26, Feb 2 & 16, Mar 2, 16 & 30, Apr 13 May 18 & 25, Jun 8 & 15 Location Bourne Club Tai Chi Sessions are led by professional, paid private tutors, starting with warm up exercises and deep breathing routines, leading to the slow controlled movements of the Form which help improve balance, coordination and concentration. These sessions consist of a mixture of ages and abilities. Beginners are welcome. 93 Tai Chi 1 - Paid, private tutor There is a fee for this group. Contact Audrey Siddle - a2siddle@@yahoo.co.uk - 783078 Day & Time Friday 11.15 - 12.30, Weekly Sep 5 to Dec 5, NOT Sep 26, Oct 17, Nov 14 Dates Jan 9 to Jun 26, NOT Feb 20, Mar 13, Apr 3 94 Tai Chi 2 Beginners & Improvers - Paid, private tutor There is a fee for this group. Contact Diane Godwin - email withheld - 721820 Day & Time Wednesday 10.00 - 11.30 Weekly Sep 3 to Dec 17 NOT Dec10 Dates Jan 7 to Jun 17 NOT Mar 11 32 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom 95 Tai Chi 3 Beginners - Paid, private tutor There is a fee for this group. Contact Audrey Siddle - a2siddle@@yahoo.co.uk - 783078 Day & Time Thursday 13.45 - 14.45 Weekly Sep 4 to Dec 4 NOT Sep 25 Dates Jan 8 to Jun 25 NOT Feb 19, Mar 12, Apr 23 96 Tap Dancing - Marion Homer Experienced dancers only. Contact Marion Homer - email withheld - 716329 Day & Time Thursday 10.45 - 12.00 Weekly Dates Sep 5 - Dec 11 Jan 8 - Jun 11 Location TBA 97 Yoga - Private, paid tutor There is a fee for this group. Contact Diana Teakle - [email protected] - 324115 Day & Time Monday 13.00 - 14.00 2-Weekly Dates Sep 1 & 15, Oct 6 & 20, Nov 3 & 17, Dec 1 Jan 5 & 19, Feb 2 & 16, Mar 2, 16 & 30, Apr 20 May 11 & 18, Jun 1 LATE ENTRIES 98 The Minefield of Cross-Cultural Communication - Brian Hurn NEW How well do you know other cultures - their customs, beliefs, value systems, body language? Come and explore the barriers to your understanding, with examples, anecdotes and your experiences! Contact Brian Hurn - [email protected] - 714906 Day & Time Tuesday 14.00 - 16.00 Monthly Dates Sep 2, Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2 Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 3, Apr 7, May 5, Jun 2 99 Speaking to U3A Groups and the Project - Michael A’Bear NEW An opportunity for speakers and potential speakers to discuss the use of Graphic aids and PowerPoint, use of microphones, speed of delivery and conquering nerves with others in a similar situation. This is not a lecture – it is a participation workshop and will include speakers of varying experience. Contact Michael A’Bear - [email protected] - 703250 Date & time Tuesday 7 Oct 2.00 - 4.00 See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 33 100 Italian Conversation – Self-led (was Italian 5) A group of maximum 12 to allow a free-flowing relaxed conversation on any topics that arise. Contact Andrea Harrison - [email protected] - 716639 Day & Time Monday 11.30 – 12.30, 2-weekly Dates Sep 15 & 29, Oct 13 & 27, Nov 10 & 24, Dec 15 Jan 12 & 26, Feb 9 & 23, Mar 9 & 23, Apr 20, May 18, Jun 15. 101 Music Making If you have an instrument and can play to whatever standard and want to make music with others then come and join us! Contact John Bush – [email protected] – 724496 mobile - 07981 6674775 Day & Time TBA Dates TBA NOTES AND NEW GROUPS 34 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom INDEX Group Page Amateur Bird Watching 26 Architecture 9 Art History 9 Astronomy 18 Book Group 13 Bookbinding 9 Bridge 27 Calligraphy 9 Computer 19 Concert Club 12 Cooking for Men 16 Current Affairs 24 Cycling Club 27 Economics 25 Farnham Local History 25 Film Club 10 French 21 Fun Maths 20 Fun with Flowers 10 Geology 20 Geopolitics 25 German 22 Grumpy Old People 16 Guitar Club 12 History Seminar 25 Horticulture 20 Humour Group 17 Investment Groups 20 Italian 23 Jazz Club 12 Knitting & Handicraft 10 Latin 23 Line Dancing 27 Lend me your ears 18 Literary Topics 13 Lunch Clubs 27 Mah Jong 28 Group Page Military Discussion 26 Military History 26 Mindful Meditation 17 Minefield of Coms 32 Modern Novel 13 Making Music 34 Movement to Music 28 Music Discovery 12 Opera 13 Painting 10 Philosophy 17 Photography 11 Pilates 28 Play Reading 14 Poetry 14 Project Book Club 14 Ramblers 29 Russian Literature 15 Science and Society 21 Scottish Dancing 30 Scrabble 30 Scrapbooking 30 Shakespeare 15 Short Stories 15 Spanish 23 Speaking to U3A Groups 32 Sunday Group 30 Swimming 31 Table Tennis 31 Tai Chi 31 Tap Dancing 32 Theatre Club 11 Travelogue 26 Wine Discovery 18 World Literature 15 World Religions 18 Writers’ Group 16 Yoga 32 See Website or Notice Board for programme updates 35 36 Please check The Maltings board in reception for your classroom