FOR MEMBERS BY MEMBERS

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1 FOR MEMBERS BY MEMBERS

2 Notices for May 2018

3 This Month s Meeting Thursday 3 May 2018 AGM Plus speaker: Ann Mason Bees Around the World

4 Please Note: You will Not be asked to sign in for this Meeting

5 Next Month s Meeting Thursday 7 June Charles Hanson My Life as an Auctioneer

6 No No Please remember to turn off your mobile phone. No Thank you.

7 Please be aware that there is no First Aider on duty at this Meeting. In line with National U3A guidelines in the event of a problem we will immediately contact the emergency services.

8 MORE HELP NEEDED PLEASE To stack away the tables and chairs after this meeting.

9 Membership Renewal We are now taking renewals for year 1st May 2018 to 30th April, Cost 12 (See next slide) unless you are a full member of another U3A then it is 8:50. If you have any alteration to your Gift Aid status, please contact Margot Gale at margot.gale@hotmail.co.uk or inform her by post or at the open meeting.

10 Membership Renewal If you can t get to an Open Meeting, you can pay by post. Send your cheque for 12 payable to Beeston U3A to: Membership Secretary Beeston U3A Beeston Methodist Church Chilwell Road Beeston Nottingham NG9 1EH. Please enclose a SAE for your receipt and membership card to be posted to you.

11 No Charges for Refreshments We are pleased to say that, after further advice from HMRC, we will not need to introduce a charge for refreshments as had been anticipated.

12 Saving on Our Use of Plastic In order to reduce our use of plastic, it has been decided to encourage our members to bring their own mugs to the open meetings for hot drinks. Don't worry, paper (recycleable) cups are available for anyone without a mug. Don't forget to bring your mug!

13 Future Meetings Please Note: In future there will be no break after the notices but we will pass straight on to the speaker

14 Please let your Group Leader Know: 1. If you no longer wish to attend a Group. This will allow new members to join a Group with a waiting list. 2. If you have a reason why you can t get to Group meetings but still wish to be a member. Four nonnotified absences in a row will result in your name being removed from that group and the place open to someone else.

15 Calling All New Members Coffee morning on Thursday 10 May at the White Lion, Beeston at 10:30. Meet members of the Committee and learn more about the Interest Groups.

16 New Addresses Sue Blackley Chair: Malcolm Brookbanks Treasurer: Celia Billau Communications Officer

17 Coffee at Group Meetings If you use the church s coffee and tea facilities at a Group Meeting, please remember you need to pay a contribution of 30p per cup per person towards the church s expenses. The coffee and tea are not free.

18 Community Notice Board Don t forget to check what s on the Community Notice Board at Open Meetings

19 Beeston U3A Forum If you would like to propose a new Group or would like to make a suggestion to improve the running of Beeston U3A, you can do this on the website Look for the button Beeston U3A Forum on the home page.

20 Find us on Facebook We now have our own Facebook Group: Beeston U3A You can find a link to it on the home page of our website,

21 Special Events

22 KEEP THIS DATE FREE Saturday 20th October s Disco Nite with Supper Wear the clothes, dance the dances, drink the drinks.

23 BEESTON U3A TRIPS OUT ORGANISED BY LUCY BEARDSLEY

24 Hodsock Priory Wednesday 9 May 2018 Visit Hodsock Priory, near Blyth for a guided tour of the House followed by light luncheon and the opportunity to see the bluebells in flower. Cost p per person. This includes coach fare, refreshments on arrival, tour of House and light luncheon. Payment is due.

25 Anderton Boat Lift and Trip 25 July per person This outing includes Boat and Lift trip.

26 Lady Lever Art Museum Tuesday 11 September 2018 A visit to the Lady Lever Art Museum part of the Liverpool Museums. Travel to the above venue and enjoy time exploring the Museum as well as the surrounding village.

27 Other Visits: Lincoln - Cruise on The Brayford Belle October 2018 Doddington Hall and Gardens Hall Decorated for Christmas 29 November 2018

28 Proposed Visit: 27 June Scarborough

29 NEWS ABOUT BEESTON INTEREST GROUPS

30 Architecture Group New start time 10.00am 1st Tuesday of the month at the Pearson Centre.

31 Art History and Appreciation Group The Art History and Appreciation Group is now open for new members to sign up to. We meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month in the Guild Room. Members can choose between a 10.30am or a 1.30pm session each month. To find out more, please contact Anne Pinnock (anne.pinnock@yahoo.co.uk), or speak to Anne Pinnock or Janet Hunt, who will be "Meeters and Greeters" at this Thursday's Open Meeting.

32 Book Group 1 Jane Smith is no longer the Book Group Leader. Angie Rosser is the new communications person for the group. angierosser35@gmail.com

33 Between The Covers Book Group The Group now meets at The Pearson Centre for Young People, 2 Nuart Rd, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 2NH.

34 Interested in joining the Bowls Group? Meeting at Nottingham Indoor Bowls Centre, Beechdale Road, Bilborough. We are now taking names for the next tuition session. Contact Peter Noon for more information: Tel:

35 Bowls Group Bowl sessions are arranged for all Fridays at 10.30am lasting 2 hours - all members welcome. Numbers are gradually increasing and we had 8 persons attending which meant we had 2 lanes open. However, the other two weekly roll-up sessions are Mondays 12.30pm 2.30pm, and Thursdays 2.30pm 4.30pm. U3A bowlers were invited to just turn up to these sessions, and play with their U3A friends.

36 Garden Visits he time of departure to the Ely Flower Festival on 21st June is 8.30am from Lace Road, Beeston.

37 History Group Friday 11 May am Guild Room. Colin Graves Through England on a Sidesaddle: 17th Century Journeys of Celia Fiennes All Apologies to Georgina, please: (lyonscorner2@yahoo.com) Gainsborough Old Hall Visit on June 14: Final payment ( 10) due-pay at desk today or on at Group meeting on May 11.

38 Dates for 2018 Wednesday, 30th May Café Roya Organisers: Linda Penfold & Julie Parker Book in the Main Hall Today June Cancelled No Volunteers Group Facilitators: Shirley Cooper & Glenis Fisher

39 Two Lunch Group Next Meal: Friday 18th May 2018 The FERRY INN, Wilford Road, Nottingham NG11 7AA Organised by Barbara Rawlinson and Eleanor Hickie Note: There is a restriction to 30 people attending Two Lunch Group is managed by Peter Lyons and Pamela Bayley.

40 Jazz Appreciation Group We meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 2.00pm at Beeston Methodist Church in the Wesley Room. We listen to and discuss all genres of jazz and try to arrange to hear live jazz in our area. New members will be welcomed. Please contact

41 Knit, Crochet and Natter The Group will now be meeting twice a month at the White lion Beeston the 1st Tuesday 2-4 p.m. and the 3rd Thursday 2-4 p.m. Members can attend on either day or both. For more information please contact Sheila on sheilaschierbaum@btinternet.com Telephone:

42 Quiz Group Friday 18th May 10-30am. White Lion Beeston. 40 Easy General Knowledge Questions Plus Fun Quiz. Come and Join US. All Welcome. Just drop in.

43 Recorder Group The May meetings of this group are on Wednesday 9th May and 23rd May at 2pm at the White Lion, Beeston. Contact: Elizabeth Le Marchant Brock

44 SALI Dancers SALI Dancers enjoy French, Israeli, Bulgarian, Romanian dances plus many others from around the world. Come and try us out. New members welcome. 2nd & 4th Tuesday Church Hall, Foster Avenue.

45 Short Walks Ivor Case has stepped down as Leader of Short Walks Group. The new leader is Stephen Horner. His deputy is Maureen Wade.

46 Singing For Fun Led by Margaret Johnson, we sing with enthusiasm and enjoyment. There are no auditions. We meet the 4th Thursday of each month from 10.00am am. For more information please contact Elizabeth. eliz3le2ma1b@btinternet.com

47 Is There Life After Death? Exploring Spirituality Group Tuesday 15th May Methodist Church Everyone is welcome. Richard Eddleston Tel:

48 Strollers The Strollers Group is now up and... strolling! The first walk of the new group is planned for the morning of Monday 14th May in the Beeston Marina area. This will be a gentle stroll lasting 1 hour, suitable for the less mobile walker, followed by visit to the cafe. Walking aids welcome. Full details will be confirmed a week before the walk. Please contact Anne Pinnock (anne.pinnock@yahoo.co.uk) for more details, or to add your name to the list of group members.

49 NEW TABLE TENNIS GROUP STARTING SOON Pearson Centre Weekly in term time Friday 10.30am 11.30am Contact: Ian Plumb to register Tel:

50 Ukulele Strummers Sue Greaves is stepping down as Group Leader of the Ukulele Strummers. The role will now be shared between Steve Mason and Rob Hill. and

51 Whist Group Our next Whist Group meeting is on Friday, 11 May. We play Progressive Whist, which is proving very popular. For more information please contact

52 Short Story Writing Competition Once again, this is open to anyone who is a member of Beeston U3A. The theme is a story based around a weather event. The closing date is September 6th 2018 at 10.30am. All information can be found either on Beeston U3A website, the writing website (helenbeestonu3a.co.uk) or directly from Helen Stewart

53 Understanding the Landscape The Understanding the Landscape group will meet on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 10am at Beeston Library. Please contact

54 Proposed New Groups

55 Having a great idea for a group is just brilliant. Working together is what the U3A is about. Basically, we do things together. It s up to the members to make it happen otherwise it will not happen. Members have made suggestions to start up the following groups but please remember whatever the group you are interested in why not get together and work as a team to make happen! Chris Chater

56 History of Aviation The History of Aviation has extended over more than two thousand years, from the earliest forms of aviation, kites and attempts at tower jumping, to supersonic, and hypersonic flight by powered, heavier-than-air-jets.

57 Ecology/Biodiversity Ecology/Biodiversity - In essence, it s the variety of ways that species interact with each other and their environment.

58 Walking Football Walking Football - is a variant of football that is aimed at keeping people aged over 50 involved with football if, due to a lack of mobility or for other reason, they are not able to play the traditional game. The sport can be played both indoors and outdoors All shapes and sizes, male and female will be welcome. It has been said that it is an excellent cardio-vascular exercise and beats a session in gym every time!

59 Patchwork and Quilting Patchwork and Quilting can be a joy for anyone, skills can be varied learn how to do patchwork/quilting.

60 Debate and Discussion Debate and Discussion - are two terms that are often used interchangeably since many people do not realize that there is a difference between the two. Debate is a formal contest of argumentation between two individuals/teams. Discussion is an exchange of ideas, information, opinions between a group of people.

61 2nd Writing for Pleasure Group 2nd Writing for Pleasure Group [1st one is full] Think about this subject and realise that writing allows you to be free with your own thoughts, it exercises the intelligent side of the brain and brings about deep satisfaction.

62 2nd Murder Book Group 2nd Murder Book Group [1st one is full] why not explore a murder mystery novel purely for fun, there is an interesting range of books from crime writers all over the world.

63 If you are interested in any of the above groups, please contact Chris Chater, Beeston U3A Group Coordinator. or telephone number and leave a message.

64 Astronomy Group We intend that the Astronomy Group will appeal to both beginners who would like to know more about the night sky, and those who wish to have a more detailed knowledge of astronomy. Everyone who has an interest in astronomy will be very welcome. The scope of the group includes: - exploring and understanding the night sky, including recognising constellations, stars, and galaxies throughout the night and the year - an understanding of the planets, their position and motion across the sky - the moon, its features - astronomical events, including eclipses - an understanding of the universe beyond our Milky Way Galaxy. Please contact Dinsdale1@ntlworld.com

65 Practical Art Group Are you interested in exploring and developing your art skills, learning from each other and applying these skills to your own work? Each session will allow time for members to discuss and explore different approaches and media whilst pursuing their own work. Share, learn and enjoy your art. If you are interested in joining the group - Please contact Celia Scottow. cmhscottow@gmail.com

66 Wine Appreciation Group Three Beeston U3A has two successful Wine Groups, a third is now being established. Wine tasting is a highly individual and subjective activity and one of the functions of the group is to enable members to discuss their personal perception of various wines. Each tasting will follow a theme and will offer the opportunity to taste wines beyond those commonly available in supermarkets. Suggestions for themes will be welcome from group members. The initial meeting of the Wine Appreciation Group Three will take place on Thursday 19th April at the White Lion 24 Middle Street Beeston, Nottingham NG9 1FX. If you are interested in joining this group, please contact John Scottow j.l.scottow@tesco.net

67 Information from Chris Chater Groups Co-ordinator If you are interested in any of these groups, please come and join us on the date and time stated, contact the group organiser or Chris Chater Beeston U3A Group Coordinator on

68 BEESTON U3A NEEDS YOUR HELP!

69 Beeston U3A Needs You Without willing volunteers our U3A would not be so successful. If you have benefited from the work of our Group Leaders please consider becoming one yourself.

70 NATIONAL AND CLUSTER NOTICES

71 Long Eaton, Ilkeston and Stapleford U3As For any information concerning these three U3As please look them up on the Cluster Group Page on our website. There you will see what they offer and whom to contact. We have agreed that we can join three groups from each of our different U3As as part of the cluster. For Long Eaton please contact the membership secretary on: