Well, who knows? Why not start off 2020 positively by joining in with an organisation which welcomes those no longer in full-time work who would like to pursue life enhancing activities – from theatre visits, learning a language or enjoying our local ale and music gigs to gliding and indoor … [Read more...]
Southwell Workhouse brought to life for U3A
A team of volunteers called “The Workhouse Storytellers” brilliantly recreated the lives and working conditions of the Southwell Workhouse at a meeting of Edwalton, Gamston & District U3A which was held at the Gamston Community Hall on Thursday 9 January. The presentation which was led by the … [Read more...]
Formation of New U3A in Calverton
Following the successful recent launch event - at which around 100 people voted to form the Calverton & District U3A - the inaugural meeting will take place at the recently opened Calverton Village Hall on Park Road (NG14 6LE) on Wednesday 24th July at 1:30pm. If you’re retired or semi-retired, … [Read more...]
U3A’ s visit to British Gypsum Mine
The University of the Third Age (U3A) is a group of retired and semi-retired people who wish to pursue their hobbies or interests. Recently, some of the Soar Valley U3A went down the East Leake gypsum mine and found that it really is as big as they say it is. It stretches for … [Read more...]