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Bulletin 280826
In this edition:
Notices/Upcoming Events
Members' Monthly Meeting
The next Members' Monthly Meeting will be held, as usual, at the Assembly Room, the Council House, North St, Chichester on Thursday, 17th September at 2.00 pm. Doors are open at 1.15 pm and you are welcome to stay after the talk for free refreshments in the Crush Bar, adjacent to the Assembly Room.
This month our speaker is Susan Ackroyd, asking the question "What do our nursery rhymes really mean?" What can they tell us about the politics, economy, society and religion of England from the 1200s to the 1700s? The talk will feature illustrations from her book, ’Rhyme and Reason’, whose new edition includes 26 rhymes, additional ones revealing more of the dramatic reigns of Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. For more information before the talk please check out Sue's website www.susanackroyd.com."
**** We really appreciate the teams of volunteers who serve refreshments after our monthly talks, and the Committee would like to thank them for the years of service they have given. Sadly, their numbers are now depleted, and we are actively seeking new volunteers willing to join one of the three teams that rotate throughout the year. If you think that you would like to give something back to our u3a, and could help out, please speak to one of the volunteers at the next meeting, or email the secretary
Can’t find a Group? Join our new Groups Wish List
Our Coffee Mornings are held in the Bar at the MINERVA THEATRE building, opposite the Chichester Festival Theatre. You can chat with our groups team and learn about current and new offerings, meet old friends and make new ones!
We know that a frustration for members - particularly those who have recently joined Chichester u3a - is finding that a group they would like to join is already full.
Our Group Leaders are all volunteers, often with very busy lives, and many of our most popular groups have little turnover. Waiting lists can therefore remain long, and it isn’t always easy to know when a space might become available.
So the Groups Team is introducing a new Groups Wish List.
This will give us a much clearer picture of what members are looking for. We can then work systematically through the Wish List, helping members find places in existing groups where possible and, where there is enough interest, helping to get new groups started.
What should I do?
Step 1: If you are interested in an existing group, please continue to contact the Group Leader through the website and ask to join or be added to their waiting list.
Step 2: If the group is full - or if there is a group you would love to see but we don’t currently offer - email the Groups Team and ask to be added to the Groups Wish List.
Tell us what you are interested in and we’ll add it to the register.
We can’t promise to find a place or start every group straight away, but the Wish List will help us see where the demand is and concentrate our efforts where they are most needed. We’d love to hear from you. Jacky Easton, Chair & Groups Team Coordinator
We do hope to see you there!
Tea/Coffee Morning Tuesday, September 1, 10-12
Always on the First Tuesday of each month, so please mark your calendars!
Our Coffee Mornings are held in the Bar at the MINERVA THEATRE building, opposite the Chichester Festival Theatre. You can chat with our groups team and learn about current and new offerings, meet old friends and make new ones!
Our Tea/Coffee Mornings are held in the Bar at the MINERVA THEATRE building, opposite the Chichester Festival Theatre. You can chat with our groups team and learn about current and new offerings, meet old friends and make new ones!
Groups Notices & Events
NEW MOTORHOME & CAMPERVAN GROUP
Do you own a motorhome or campervan—or are you thinking about buying one? Join fellow enthusiasts to share touring experiences, practical advice, recommendations and travel ideas. We will meet monthly, with occasional day trips and weekends away.
A proposed monthly programme will cover topics such as:
- Best UK touring routes
- Touring France, Spain and Portugal etc
- Motorhome maintenance
- Sat-navs and route planning
- Insurance and breakdown cover
- Guest talks from members
Organised outings suggestions:
- Coffee morning at West Wittering
- Fish and chips at Selsey
- Weekend at the New Forest
- Long weekend in Dorset
- Rally at a local campsite
Shared learning:
- Favourite campsites
- Memorable trips
- Equipment reviews
- Route planning
- Maintenance tips
- Cooking ideas
No expertise required - beginners are very welcome. Interested? Please contact the Group Organisers.
Impressionist Art Group
The Impressionist Art Group is showing the film The Artists Garden; American Impressionism on Tuesday 1st September at the friends Meeting Hall, Priory Road, Chichester from 2pm.
We seek a £3 contribution, payable on the day, or you can book the next 4 meetings for £10, payable by bank transfer. Just ask for details.
Tea and coffee will be available for free both at the start and during a brief interval. Any questions contact the group leader through the website contact details.
Tuesday Pilates Group
We have a few vacancies in our friendly group. Improve your health, strength and balance through Pilates exercises. Our qualified tutor explains and demonstrates options for beginners or the more experienced.
We meet weekly at 8.45-9.45 am, Tuesdays at St Michael's Hall - PO19 6PN. It's a great way to start the day!
If interested, please email.
Spanish Conversation
Would you be interested in joining a Spanish conversation group? There are vacancies in an existing group, and there is a prospective new group. We aim to cater for all ability levels.
Please register your interest here.
U3A Quiz - date for your diaries
The next Chichester u3a Quiz will be on Thursday 24 September at the Jubilee Room, New Park Centre. Expect a lively and engaging quiz with a varied range of questions designed to test your general knowledge. As always, the emphasis is on friendly competition, good company, and plenty of enjoyment. Check in is from 18.30 and the quiz will begin at 1900, ending around 2130. Please send your name and/or team details together with any food orders to this link .
There is a charge of £12 if you have a La Fish Meal (bring your own cutlery etc) and £2 if you don’t. You can bring your own alcoholic or non-alcoholic refreshment (don’t forget a glass!) the NP bar may also be open to purchase a glass of wine or a can of beer.
Booking is via the form HERE on our website.
Local and National
National u3a
There is a wealth of information on the National u3a website - www.u3a.org.uk , including online groups, u3a Radio podcast, upcoming events, and the latest issue of Third Age Matters, the monthly national u3a magazine.
The link to this version is: https://www.u3a.org.uk/what-we-do/u3a-matters
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