Groups Directory 2016-17
Groups Fair 2016 Monday 5th September Malvern Theatres – The Forum 10:00 – 12:00
Renewal details on Page 3
This is your reference for group information. Updates will feature in the Monthly News Bulletin
1 Here is the new (2016-2017) Groups directory which we hope you will keep as a reference and reminder of what is available in Malvern U3A.
Malvern U3A has a wide range of groups, to meet varied interests – arts and creative pastimes, languages, sciences, philosophy, travel, outdoor activities and indoor games. Some groups are new this year, such as Botany which started this summer: some have been going for many years. We hope you’ll find something to suit you – and perhaps you might like to challenge yourself and try something completely new?
If an existing group is full, please let the Trustees know of your interest and ask the group leader to put you on their waiting list.
I hope you have an enjoyable and interesting year in whatever groups you join.
Pam Stanier Chair
Some dates for your diary...... 5th Groups Fair The Forum 10am – 12 September noon 27th Guest Speaker - Bob Skelt: The Cube 2pm September “Breaking the Code, Bletchley Park” 25th Guest Speaker – Tim Porter The Cube 2pm October "Medieval Women and their Window on the World” 29th AGM The Cube 2pm November 14th Christmas Lunch Worcestershire 12.30 for December Booking Form in Autumn Golf Club. 1pm Newsletter
2 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL
The annual fee for the year 1st September 2016 to 31st August 2017 remains at £12. The vast majority of our 1400 members have email addresses and should have received an email from me on how to renew online. Nearly 500 members have successfully used this facility since it was brought in last year. I do urge everyone with a computer to use this convenient method of renewing. You will receive your 2016/17 membership card electronically for you to print off. For those members who have not provided email addresses a renewal form is enclosed with this year’s Groups’ Directory. Please return this form to me with your cheque and stamped self-addressed envelope, and I will post you your 2016/17 membership card. It will of course be possible to renew membership at the U3A Groups Fair at Malvern Theatre on 5 September, but by joining in advance you will avoid the queues and have more time to explore the Group stalls and enrol. If you do wish to renew at the Groups’ Fair, you will need to bring your 2015-16 membership card with you. You will need to show your 2016/17 membership cards to Group Leaders to indicate that you have paid for this coming year. If you wish to receive the National U3A Magazine, Third Age Matters, please tick the box on the form/web page and include £2, which covers 5 issues from April 2017 to February 2018. If you are eligible, please don’t forget to Gift Aid your subscription as this provides Malvern U3A with valuable extra income. Your continued support of Malvern U3A is greatly appreciated and has allowed the organisation to continue to flourish, but do please let me know if you don’t wish to renew.
Robin Clarke Membership Secretary
NEW GROUPS If you would like to set up a new group click on the GROUPS tab on the Malvern U3A website for details, or contact the Groups Coordinator by email at [email protected] or you can find contact details on Page 35.
3 CONTENTS Arts & Handicrafts Languages Mathematics, Science & Earth Sciences Handicrafts 5 French Information 15 Astronomy & Astrophysics 25 Knitting & Crochet 5 Fluent French Conversation 15 Biological Psychology 25 Meccano 5 Fluent French Speakers 15 Botany Group 25 Painting 1 6 French Conversation 1 16 Geology 26 Painting 2 6 French Conversation 2 16 Mathematics 26 Patchwork & Needlework Skills 6 French Conversation 3 16 Science (Genetics & Evolution) 26 Silk Painting 7 French Conversation 4 16 The Human Body 27 Board Games, Card Games & 17 Music Puzzles French Improvers Bridge Information 7 French Intermediate 17 Music Appreciation 27 Bridge (EAT) Group 7 French Learners 17 Music Poetry & Prose 27 Bridge Beginners 8 French Revisited 17 My Music 27 Bridge Duplicate 2 8 German 18 Recorder Ensemble 28 Bridge Duplicate 3 8 German Conversation 18 U3A Singers 28 Bridge Improvers 8 Latin 18 Ukulele 28 Canasta 9 Latin Intermediate 18 Outdoor & Active Chess 9 Mandarin Chinese 19 Boules & Petanque 1 28 Cryptic Crosswords 9 Spanish Beginners 19 Boules & Petanque 2 29 Scabble 1 9 Spanish Conversation (Group A 19 Country Dancing 29 Scrabble 2 10 Spanish Conversation (Group B 19 Croquet 29 Camers & Computing Spanish Improvers 20 Cycling 29 Camera Group 10 Spanish Improvers Plus 20 Lawn Bowling Group 30 Carry On Computing 10 Short Mat Bowling 30 Literature & Performing Arts Discussion & Philosophy Creative Writing 1 20 Table Tennis 30 Discussion Group 11 Creative Writing 2 20 Tai Chi 31 Philosophical Discussion 11 Creative Writing 3 21 Walking 31 Social Debate Group 11 Drama 21 Social Spirituality & Literature 12 Film Group 21 Driving Skills Revisited 31 Gardening Filn Group 2 21 The Good Beer Group 32 Gardening (Monday) 12 Literature 22 The Grape Group 32 Gardening (Tuesday) 12 Play Reading 1 22 Travel Group 32 History & Culture Play Reading 2 22 Useful Information Archaeology 13 Poetry Please 23 Alphabetical Index 33 Art History & Appreciation 13 Poetry Please 2 23 Where to find us 34 Family History and Genealogy 13 Readers' Group 23 U3A Committee Details 35 History Through Art 13 Shakespeare 2 24 Group Planner 36 Military History 14 Shakespeare on Page & Stage 24 New Perspectives on Art History 14 Theatre Studies 24 Social History 14 Welsh Culture 14
4 Art & Handicrafts
HANDICRAFTS 2nd and 4th Tuesday St. Mary's Church Hall 9.45-12.00 noon Leader Pat Turner 01684 566558 [email protected] Contact Rosemary Romans 01684 575428 [email protected] We meet to create useful and novelty items. Each session is self-contained. Membership is full at present, so please contact the Leader for more information.
KNITTING AND CROCHET 2nd and 4th Monday The Cube 2.00-4.00pm Leader Jeni Chesney 01684 891999 [email protected] The group is open to all U3A members with an interest in Knitting and Crochet, from beginners to experts. The meetings will include learning new skills, sharing knowledge and ideas, individual and group projects and some fun 'knit and natter' time.
MECCANO every Monday The Leader's home 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Kenneth North 01684 893802 [email protected] Ken will have a Meccano model on display at the registration morning and would like to hear from other enthusiasts.
5 PAINTING 1 1st and 3rd Wednesday Hanley Swan Village Hall 2.00-4.00pm Leader Jenny Bradford 01684 574849 [email protected] Painting 1 is a friendly helpful enthusiastic group of mixed abilities. Each meeting a different subject or medium is tackled. My aim as leader is to try to inform and take away some of the mystery while sharing the enjoyment of pain ng. PAINTING 2 2nd and 4th Friday St. Mary's Church Hall 2.00-4.00pm Leader Valerie Bruton 01684 575383 [email protected] We aim to help and encourage each other to improve our drawing and painting skills in various media and to have an enjoyable afternoon. New members would be very welcome to join the group and should contact Val for more information.
PATCHWORK AND NEEDLEWORK SKILLS every Wednesday The Victoria Park Bowling Club 2.00-4.00pm Leader Elaine Gowing 01684 564099 [email protected] Contact Sue Wheeler 01684 569656 [email protected] We are a 'self-help' group, without an instructor. Members work at their own pace and inclination and on whatever piece of sewing interests them. We aim to enjoy patchwork and quilting together with any other type of needlework skill we may take on.
6 SILK PAINTING 1st and 3rd Tuesday The Victoria Park Bowling Club 2.00-4.00pm Leader ** Leader required * Contact Lis Dobb-Sandi 01684-893935 [email protected] Explore the joy and satisfaction of following your inner muse. Using glowing paints on silks and simple special effects we create beautiful art that can be as simple or as intricate as you wish it to be. Board Games, Card Games & Puzzles
BRIDGE ( ** Information **)
There are a number of Bridge groups which will be running from this September which it is hoped will cater for all your Bridge needs, whether you are a beginner, an improver or just want the enjoyment of playing Duplicate Bridge in a friendly and non-intimidating atmosphere.
BRIDGE (EAT group) every Tuesday Trinity Church Hall 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Margaret Aspland 01684 565956 [email protected] This Bridge Group waa formed from the late Audrey Turner's Bridge Group - using her initials (EAT). So if you want a fun game of Bridge and some lively social interaction, please join us.
7 BRIDGE BEGINNERS every Monday The Cube 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Michael Houghton 01684 566548 [email protected] Each session will consist of a Powerpoint presentation concerning a particular topic and be followed by group members playing set practice hands.
BRIDGE DUPLICATE 2 every Monday Manor Park Sports Club 2.00-5.00pm Leader Jo Newton 01684 575329 Contact Jennifer Frost 01684 572884 [email protected] We usually play Duplicate Bridge. Some discussion of the bidding and the play may be included when appropriate.
BRIDGE DUPLICATE 3 every Thursday The Cube 2.00-5.00pm Leader Andrew Hague 01905 828249 [email protected] We aim to give members who have mastered the basics, experience of playing Duplicate Bridge in a friendly but competitive atmosphere at a reasonable pace, so that they may progress and join any of the many Bridge Clubs in the area.
BRIDGE IMPROVERS every Friday The Cube 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Andrew Hague 01905 828249 [email protected] There will normally be a Powerpoint presentation followed by a practice session with set hands.
8 CANASTA 3rd Tuesday The Leader's home 2.00-5.00pm Leader Avril Stevens 01684 574633 [email protected] Join us to play Canasta in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
CHESS 2nd and 4th Wednesday Lansdowne Methodist Hall 2.00-4.30pm Leader Rodney Ashby 01684 564141 [email protected] Contact Ruth Philpott 01684 892148 [email protected] The aim of the group is to play chess in a friendly environment and learn more about the game as we progress. We enjoy playing Chess at all levels.
CRYPTIC CROSSWORDS 1st and 3rd Monday The Victoria Park Bowling Club 2.00-4.00pm Leader Pam Stanier 01684 899117 [email protected] This group is a social group with a purpose, for beginners and those who already enjoy the challenge of cryptic crosswords! Cryptic crosswords are a great way to keep the mind active: the clues follow rules and conventions which can be learnt.
SCRABBLE 1 alternate Thursdays St Andrews Church Hall 2.00-4.00pm Leader Sandy Williams 01684 891312 [email protected] Contact Liz Daniel 01684 540904 [email protected] We have 20 regular members and look forward to welcoming new members, but it would be helpful if you could bring a Scrabble board etc with you! Our aim is for everyone to enjoy 2 or 3 games of Scrabble each session. We have a wide range of abilities, so nobody should feel intimidated or bored!
9 SCRABBLE 2 3rd Thursday The Cube 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Barbara Steele 01684 575563 We have 8 members who meet regularly as an enjoyable way to keep our brains active! We would welcome new members to the group. Cameras & Computing
CAMERA GROUP 3rd Friday Manor Park Sports Club 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Richard Owen 01684 564565 [email protected] This group aims to take members away from the basic 'set it to auto' and into a more creative mode of picture taking. Each meeting looks at a particular photographic topic and the photographs that members have submitted on that month's theme.
CARRY ON COMPUTING 2nd Thursday Manor Park Sports Club 10.00-12.00 noon Leader John King 01886 832780 [email protected] Contact John Tuckey 01684 564320 [email protected] Over the coming year the computer group will run meetings both for PC and for Apple users. It is likely that the meetings will alternate, but will start with an Apple Group meeting in September. This is a new initiative in response to the request for a specific Apple group, and we will assess the effectiveness of the pattern as we go through the year. Group members will be kept up-to-date with the programmes for both the PC and Apple groups.
10 Discussion & Philosophy
DISCUSSION GROUP 3rd Monday The Quaker Meeting House 2.00-4.00pm Leader Ian MacGregor 01684 899061 Contact Malcolm Delingpole 01684 564699 [email protected] We aim to provide a platform for lively and humorous discussion for all. Normally we have an introduction by an outside expert. New members always welcome, for the odd meeting, or on a regular basis.
PHILOSOPHICAL DISCUSSION 2nd and 4th Wednesday The Victoria Park Bowling Club 10.00-12.00 noon Leader John O'Loghlen 01684 563670 [email protected] Contact Bill Bailey 01684 310103 [email protected] The study of Philosophy helps us to think more clearly, to think more critically, and thus to understand this world better. In an ever more complex environment these widely applicable skills are more useful than ever.
SOCIAL DEBATE GROUP 4th Wednesday Viscount Cobham Court 2.00-4.00pm Leader Lis Dobb-Sandi 01684-893935 [email protected] Contact John O'Loghlen 01684 563670 [email protected] We have evolved into a friendly group of lively, intelligent Seekers-of-Truth and Chewers-of-Fat who relish discussing topics across the social spectrum from truly shocking to fearlessly mundane. We raise and discuss the questions to which world leaders, governments, universities and, occasionally, charladies should find answers.
11 SPIRITUALITY AND LITERATURE 2nd Tuesday The Leader's home 2.00-4.00pm Leader Peter Bevan 01684 576825 [email protected] The books we study are mainly selected by myself and need to be purchased as the library usually only has one or two copies. Gardening
GARDENING (Monday) 3rd Monday Various locations 10.00-4.00pm Leader Janet Green 01684 567974 Contact Pam Baker 01886 832983 We visit gardens here and in Herefordshire. Generally the owners will come round with us to help identify rare or unusual plants, we also try to find time for tea and cakes during our forays.
GARDENING (Tuesday) 1st Tuesday Various locations 10.00-4.00pm Leader Wendy Davies 01684 575996 [email protected] We aim to increase our knowledge and understanding of a variety of plants and trees and most meetings are spent visiting gardens within a reasonable distance of Malvern.
12 History & Culture
ARCHAEOLOGY 3rd Wednesday The Victoria Park Bowling Club 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Bob Ruffle 01684 578142 [email protected] The Group is is open to anyone with an interest in the past as illustrated by its material remains - no previous experience or knowledge required, just enthusiasm! We hope to have a mixture of outside speakers, 'home-grown' talks and exchanges, and some hands-on sessions with real artefacts.
ART HISTORY AND APPRECIATION every Thursday The Leader's home 2.00-4.00pm Leader Bill Denny 01684 561829 [email protected] The aim of the group is to provide an overview of the History of Art in forms of painting/sculpture/architecture. There will be five lectures for each area - 15 in total. Lectures have full notes along with slides of appropriate examples.
FAMILY HISTORY AND GENEALOGY 1st and 3rd Tuesday The Baptist Church 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Eugene Colwell 01684 575819 [email protected] The group includes members with a wide experience of researching family history ranging from 30 or more years through to the complete beginner. All personal research is undertaken outside of meetings with members using methods most appropriate to their circumstances
HISTORY THROUGH ART last Friday Manor Park Sports Club 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Jenny Purser 01684 561370 [email protected] Members of the group give talks on a wide variety of subjects linking Art in the broadest sense, (painting, architecture, sculpture etc), to the history of its period. It is helpful, but not compulsory, to give a talk occasionally.
13 MILITARY HISTORY 2nd Friday Manor Park Sports Club 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Malcolm Delingpole 01684 564699 [email protected] The aim of the Group is to give members a varied programme on a wide variety of topics covering all historical periods. Members who would like to speak on topics of their personal interests and experiences are encouraged and supported to do so.
NEW PERSPECTIVES ON ART HISTORY 3rd Wednesday Manor Park Sports Club 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Julia Elkington 01684 561565 [email protected] This course consists of a series of case studies, drawing on recent art historical scholarship, examining particular images, themes or the work of specific artists, and the social and cultural context in which they were produced.
SOCIAL HISTORY 1st and 3rd Tuesday The Victoria Park Bowling Club 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Brian Chesney 01684 891999 [email protected] We study the historical development of a particular society, chosen by members of the group. Each topic involves a series of lectures and may take up to a year or eighteen months to complete. However all lectures are self- contained with each session lasting 2 hours.
WELSH CULTURE 1st Friday The Baptist Church 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Sandy Williams 01684 891312 [email protected] Contact Sue Wheeler 01684 569656 [email protected] We have a pre-planned programme and each meeting is self contained. We aim to share our knowledge of Welsh customs and traditions, develop our pronunciation and learn more about the culture and Folk history of Wales.
14 Languages
FRENCH (** Information **)
To save members wishing to join a French group making several phone calls to the various group leaders/contacts to find the right group for them and/or one that has places available, please ring me, Arline Gaskell on 01684 563115, as a first point of contact. We hope that this will make it easier for you and also enable us to identify what you are looking for and fill any gaps in the market for new French groups!
FLUENT FRENCH CONVERSATION 2nd and 4th Monday The Leader's home 2.00-4.00pm Leader Arline Gaskell 01684 563115 [email protected] Members simply relax and chat in French on anything and everything. There is no preparation, no grammar and no homework!
FLUENT FRENCH SPEAKERS 1st and 3rd Thursday Members' homes 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Jenny Clayphan 01684 574731 [email protected] Contact Veronica Edwards 01684 560134 [email protected] We expect members to be able to speak French fluently, to take part in discussions and on occasions to lead them.
15 FRENCH CONVERSATION 1 1st and 3rd Wednesday The Cube 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Maurice Almond 01299 832506 [email protected] Contact Audrey Stebbens 01684 565701 [email protected] The group is at an advanced level, and currently has 11 regular members, and has room for 1 or 2 more. Each session is self-contained - with no homework. FRENCH CONVERSATION 2 every Wednesday Lansdowne Methodist Church in the Welcome 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Sue Norcross 01684 569141 [email protected] Contact Arline Gaskell 01684 563115 [email protected] We subscribe to a French language magazine which contains interesting articles on a wide variety of aspects of French life. The group leader also provides additional written and audio material which members discuss from time to time along with topics such as holidays, theatre visits etc.
FRENCH CONVERSATION 3 1st and 3rd Monday The Leader's home 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Jill Rayner 01684 567350 [email protected] We are an informal group, and at varied levels of competence, but we enjoy speaking together, and don't study any books etc!
FRENCH CONVERSATION 4 2nd and 4th Monday The Leader's home 12.15-2.00pm Leader Pam Stanier 01684 899117 [email protected] Les groupes de conversation française sont très populaires donc nous avons commencé un déjeuner français. Ce groupe se rejoindra les 2ième et 4ième lundis entre 12.15 pm jusqu'à 2.00 chez nous, à Malvern Wells.
16 FRENCH IMPROVERS every Monday The Leader's home 10.30-12.30 noon Leader Susan Amos 01684 565529 [email protected] This group is for members who have a basic knowledge of French and would like to improve. There will be practice in speaking, reading, listening and writing in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
FRENCH INTERMEDIATE 2nd and 4th Wednesday The Leader's home 2.00-4.00pm Leader Arline Gaskell 01684 563115 [email protected] The aim of the group will be to improve confidence, accuracy and fluency in a relaxed atmosphere.For further informa on please telephone the Leader. FRENCH LEARNERS 1st and 3rd Thursday The Leader's home 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Richard Winterton 01684 899117 [email protected] The activity of the group will include listening to French on CDs, reading French texts aloud to improve pronunciation, some grammar and each week writing a short account of their recent activities to read to the class.
FRENCH REVISITED 1st and 3rd Tuesday The Leader's home 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Carmel O Flynn 01684 572798 [email protected] Contact Mary Williams 01684 564756 [email protected] Our course uses a structured format to improve member's vocabulary, grammar, spelling, sentence construction, listening and responding skills. We listen to tapes (native speakers) and participate in role-plays relating to everyday real life situa ons.
17 GERMAN 2nd and 4th Tuesday The Cube 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Brenda Newhall 7711801151 [email protected] This is a group for those with a basic grasp of German who would like to extend their vocabulary and knowledge of the grammar in an informal way.
GERMAN CONVERSATION every Monday The Leader's home 3.00-4.30pm Leader Michael Lewent 01648 575241 [email protected] We speak in German about anything and everything, what we have done in the past week, topics suggested by members or anything else that takes our fancy. A reasonable standard of spoken German is required, but there is no grammar and no homework.
LATIN 1st and 3rd Monday The Beauchamp Community Centre 2.00-4.00pm Leader Kevin Down 01905 - 21535 [email protected] Contact Pat Minor 01684 562416 [email protected] We aim to gain a wider knowledge of Latin - grammar and vocabulary - to enable us to progress to some classical and medieval literature.
LATIN INTERMEDIATE 2nd and 4th Friday The Cube 2.00-4.00pm Leader Ray Gardner 01684 899366 [email protected] We are now learning the more complex parts of Latin grammar. If you did Latin at school all those years ago would like to come along and see if your memory is better than you think - please join us. We manage to combine quite intense study and a lot of laughs.
18 MANDARIN CHINESE every Monday The Victoria Park Bowling Club 10.00-12.00 noon Leader John Colyer 07581 481583 [email protected] We welcome new members.
SPANISH BEGINNERS every Wednesday The Leader's home 10.30-12.30 noon Leader Mary Tibbles 01684 575183 [email protected] Our aim is to introduce the Spanish language and way of life through speech and written work, and by videos and oral cassettes as well as books. At holiday times the group will be given the choice of whether to meet or not.
SPANISH CONVERSATION (GROUP A) 2nd and 4th Wednesday Members' homes 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Judith Taylor 01684 573428 [email protected] This is a fairly fluent group and members are expected to have a good knowledge of grammar and everyday vocabulary. We usually choose a theme for each meeting to help focus the conversation and to prepare more specific vocabulary.
SPANISH CONVERSATION (GROUP B) 1st and 3rd Tuesday Members' homes 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Sybil Heeks 01886 880604 [email protected] The members of this group have varying levels of fluency and prefer to learn the language through conversation. We usually have a theme for each meeting and most members prepare something although this is not obligatory.
19 SPANISH IMPROVERS every Wednesday The Leader's home 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Gwyn Klee 01684 562114 [email protected] Our aim is to introduce the Spanish language and way of life through speech and written work, and by videos and oral cassettes as well as books. At holiday times the group will be given the choice of whether to meet.
SPANISH IMPROVERS PLUS every Monday The Baptist Church 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Linda Collins 01886 832185 [email protected] We are currently using the BBC 'Sueños 2' textbook and audio CDs. Lessons include plenty of opportunities for speaking, as well as word games, work on language structure and usage, and translation. Group members are encouraged to do a little homework each week, but there is no obligation. Literature & the Performing Arts
CREATIVE WRITING 1 3rd Friday The Leader's home 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Jenny Jones 01684 575059 [email protected] There is room for one or two more members in this group, but we are limited as we all need to read our creative efforts
CREATIVE WRITING 2 1st Friday The Leader's home 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Heather Whatley 01684 561592 [email protected] This group is full for the time being but if you would like to be on the waiting list or start another group please phone 01684 573877.
20 CREATIVE WRITING 3 1st and 3rd Tuesday The Leader's home 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Dorothy Meredith 01684 310401 [email protected] Contact Jenny Jones 01684 575059 [email protected] The summer venue for this group is yet to be arranged.
DRAMA GROUP 1st and 3rd Monday The Cube 2.00-4.00pm Leader Marilyn Birks 0758 1859 131 [email protected] The intention is that the Drama group will not put members under any pressure to learn lines or perform to an audience but will provide an opportunity to perform or direct selected scenes from a wide range of plays where the age, gender and experience of the participants will neither affect the choice of role they perform nor their approach to directing. Trying out ways to see how texts can work in performance, provides the main focus of the sessions.
FILM GROUP 1st Monday Members' homes 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Liz Pusey 01684 574705 [email protected] We view and discuss films showing at cinemas / Arts Centres in the local area - mainly Malvern, Pershore and Tewkesbury and also at smaller venues in Malvern - The Cube and North Malvern Arts Co-op and at local Film Festivals.
FILM GROUP 2 2nd Monday Members' homes 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Angie Cantrell 01684 572764 [email protected] At meetings we discuss the films we have seen, where the aim is to gain pleasure from and an increased knowledge of film. An edited list of films showing in Malvern, and surrounding towns, is emailed to members each month prior to the meeting.
21 LITERATURE 1st and 3rd Thursday The Cube 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Janet Oliver 01684 568327 [email protected] Contact Margaret Tarr 01684 577536 The Literature Group is for people who love reading. Each term we study a chosen book in detail with readings and discussion. Additionally we have Poetry sessions and "a Good Read" where books are recommended, or otherwise,by members.
PLAY READING 1 1st and 3rd Tuesday Manor Park Sports Club 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Moira Miller 01684 567668 [email protected] Contact Jane Alison 01684 566227 We aim to have fun, relax and enjoy our meetings, consequently all inhibitions are left behind, shouts, screams, sobs, and much laughter can be heard emanating from the back room at Manor Park! We also learn a lot about plays, all sorts from tragedy to comedy. Chekhov to Ayckbourn and more.
PLAY READING 2 1st and 3rd Thursday The Cube 10.00-12.00 noon Leader David Martin 01684 577425 [email protected] We read a wide variety of plays with members recommending plays they would
22 POETRY PLEASE 2nd Monday The Cube 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Betty Collings 01684 566026 Contact Joy Pratty 01684 572827 [email protected] Th s v v g m s h w v , f m S ns D ff !! M h gh n f w s! W w m m mb s, h gh
POETRY PLEASE 2 3rd Monday The Cube 2.00-4.00pm Leader Betty Collings 01684 566026 Contact Joy Pratty 01684 572827 [email protected] Th s v v g m s h w v , f m S ns D ff !! M h gh n f w s! W w m m mb s, h gh
READERS GROUP last Friday The Cube 2.00-4.00pm Leader Gillian Holt 01684 568055 [email protected] Th s g s f wh v ng n n b ng b ng n b – n b n n h ng: g h s , g g h , v , g n, b g h , s n , g n ng, b g , n nm n , I s NOT g ng b ‘b f h m n h’ G H w s h ngs ff h f s m ng n S mb 2016
23 SHAKESPEARE 2 1st and 3rd Wednesday The Cube 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Dorothy Meredith 01684 310401 [email protected] Contact Gill Ferris 01684 892887 [email protected] W w m n w m mb s h s g P s n h L f f h s
SHAKESPEARE ON PAGE AND STAGE 4th Wednesday Manor Park Sports Club 1.45-4.00pm Leader Rosemary Cattanach 01905 25265 [email protected] W n h v h m m n mb f m mb s n h v s w ng s f n w m mb s Th g s n s ss s Sh s 's s n n s h f m n s
THEATRE STUDIES 4th Wednesday Manor Park Sports Club 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Alan Starkey 01531 635355 [email protected] Contact Anne Colwell 01684 575819 [email protected] W m b nf m b s f s s f h Th g v n b h m mb f h g Wh ss b h s s n ns M v n s v Th W s m s ss ns s n b m mb s Th s s M v n ns, b s n RSC n N n Th
24 Mathematics, Science & Earth Sciences
ASTRONOMY AND ASTROPHYSICS on an agreed day The Leader's home an agreed time Leader Chris Baddiley 01886 880047 [email protected] The course covers historical astronomy and the celestial sphere, star maps, the seasons and basic orbital theory., Kepler's laws, orbital dynamics from Newtonian gravitation, the solar system and planetary physics, Instrumentation, Atomic physics, and the 4 forces in Particle physics, Stellar evolution, Galaxy dynamics, Relativity and Cosmology.
BIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY 2nd Thursday The Great Malvern Hotel 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Alan Gray 01684 572450 [email protected] The Biological Psychology Group is concerned primarily with Psychology as an experimental science. The programme has been developed based on the interests of the members and is focussed, although not exclusively, on the biology of behaviour.
BOTANY GROUP 2nd Monday Malvern Baptist Church Hall 2.00-4.00pm Leader Gerry Davies 07568 090366 [email protected] The indoor meetings will interspersed with occasional field visits, mostly to local sites of botanical and ecological interest. The group is happy to accommodate all levels of knowledge and experience and will be very much practical in its outlook.
25 GEOLOGY 2nd Wednesday The Cube 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Roger Hunt 01684 565926 [email protected] Contact Richard Harris 01886 880699 [email protected] This group encourages the study of geology especially in the Malvern area and in adjacent counties. This includes looking at the interaction between geology and landscapes and related topics such as stones used in our buildings and monuments. We aim to learn more about the subject by organising lectures/talks by visiting speakers, visiting areas of interest both locally and further afield, encouraging study and research in small groups, providing a library of geology maps, leaflets and books, arranging residential field trips in the UK and overseas.
MATHEMATICS 1st and 3rd Tuesday Manor Park Sports Club 2.00-4.00pm Leader John Knee 01684 565378 [email protected] Each session will focus on a particular theme and is intended to suit new members as well as those who have attended previously. There will be exposition by the session leader and plenty of help will be at hand for those who might be a little rusty. So if you still have that mathematical curiosity you will be more than welcome.
SCIENCE (Genetics and Evolution) 4th Thursday The Great Malvern Hotel 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Alan Gray 01684 572450 [email protected] The Science Group is concerned primarily with Biology, mostly, but not exclusively, with Evolution and Genetics. The aim of the members is to continue within this framework, incorporating biological principles and processes as they arise, but to include specific topics where relevant.
26 THE HUMAN BODY 1st and 3rd Wednesday The Cube No times available Leader Sue Lamberton 01886 830050 [email protected] Near total ignorance is assumed and we deal with the organ systems and possible age related malfunction in a light hearted and informative way, via power point with no notes necessary! This is a ten week course which aims to provide a basic understanding of the structure and function of major systems of the body. Music
MUSIC APPRECIATION 1st Wednesday Members' homes 10.00-12.00 noon Leader Peter Hurcomb 01684 891482 [email protected] Our aim is to stimulate an interest in classical music of all types from Bach to Wagner by listening to recorded music in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. There is also an Opera Group on the third Wednesday morning under the banner of Ledbury U3A which several members of Malvern U3A attend.
MUSIC POETRY AND PROSE 2nd Friday The Leader's home 2.00-4.00pm Leader Gren Gaskell 01684 563115 [email protected] There is now just one Music, Poetry and Prose group.
MY MUSIC 3rd Monday Members' homes 2.00-4.00pm Leader Richard Rowan 01886 833667 [email protected] Each of us take it in turn to present a programme of their choice of music on CD, somewhat along the lines of 'Desert Island Discs', playing whatever type of music it may be, classical, popular, jazz, folk, etc.
27 RECORDER ENSEMBLE 1st and 3rd Thursday The United Reformed Church Hall 2.00-4.00pm Leader Annette Maxted 01684 566208 [email protected] At present, we play purely for our own enjoyment, but who knows how the group might evolve! We would welcome anyone interested in becoming part of the Ensemble - beginners or otherwise - please contact Annette.
U3A SINGERS 1st and 3rd Wednesday Trinity Church Hall 2.30-4.00pm Leader Ann Peach 01684 562718 [email protected] Contact Pam Evans 01684 577081 We usually sing in 4-part harmony, a wide variety of music, ancient, modern and religious. Once a year we meet with Chipping Campden, Worcester, Stroud and Pershore Groups for our big sing. Each group can perform locally as required.
UKULELE 1st and 3rd Wednesday The Cube 10.30-12.30 noon Leader Derek Mesure 01684 578078 [email protected] There are Strum and Sing sessions twice a month. In addition, there are two instrumental groups, for more experienced players, that meet at the Group Leader’s house on Tuesday mornings (each group meets once a fortnight). Outdoor & Active
BOULES AND PETANQUE 1 every Thursday Malvern Railway Station 10.30-12.00 noon Leader Richard Shenton 01684 566451 [email protected] Join us for gentle exercise in a pleasant outdoor location. We welcome new members.
28 BOULES AND PETANQUE 2 every Monday Malvern Railway Station 10.45-12.00 noon Leader Derek Carter 01684 577892 [email protected] Join us for gentle exercise in a pleasant outdoor location. We welcome new members.
COUNTRY DANCING fortnightly on Thursdays Lansdowne Methodist Hall 2.00-4.00pm Leader Pam Evans 01684 577081 Contact Mary Smart 01684 572407 We are an informal group of around 30 people, which caters for any ability. No prior knowledge, experience or requirements are necessary. We concentrate mainly, but not exclusively, on English country dances.
CROQUET every Thursday Miller's Court Farm 10.00-5.00pm Leader Kenneth Potts 01684 891405 [email protected] Contact Brenda Spragg 01684 568567 [email protected] We aim to give members a full knowledge of the rules, and coaching on techniques on the method of playing a game that is both fulfilling and enjoyable. We would like to see members progressing on to join Croquet Association Clubs.
CYCLING 1st and 3rd Wednesday Various locations 10-00-2.00pm Leader Roger Keeling 01905 831542 [email protected] On the first Wednesday of the month there is usually a longer ride of 35 to 40 miles, with a short cut for those who want a lesser distance. On the third Wednesday of the month the ride is normally 20 to 25 miles. Rides normally last 2 to 3 hours and terminate with a pub lunch. 29 LAWN BOWLING GROUP every Wednesday and Thursday The Priory Bowling Club 2.00-5.00pm Leader Wayne Braddock 01684 574025 [email protected] The aim is to introduce members to the skills of lawn bowling in a friendly outdoor summer environment (at the Priory Bowling Club) that is enjoyable and fulfilling - providing gentle exercise over a 2hr session.
SHORT MAT BOWLING every Monday Welland Village Hall 2.00-4.00pm Leader Peter Steele 01684 575563 Contact Richard Rowan 01886 833667 [email protected] We have three bowling mats, each being 45ft long by 6ft wide. The bowls are regular bowling green size, although the game is somewhat different to Green Bowling. All equipment is supplied except for flat shoes.
TABLE TENNIS every Wednesday and the third Tuesday The Cube 2.00-4.00pm Leader Dina Murdie 01684 541934 [email protected] Contact Peter Corfield 01684 893226 [email protected] We meet every Wednesday afternoon at the Cube between 2.00pm and 4.00pm for social table tennis. And in addition on the third Tuesday in the month for coaching, practice or competitive play – whatever you choose! We start on September 7th and go on until the end of June. All are welcome.
30 TAI CHI every Monday St. Mary's Church Hall 9.30-12.00 noon Leader Linda Edwards 01684 569677 [email protected] There are 2 groups, Short Form Group and the Shibashi Group (a sequence of 18 gentle movements suitable for beginners. They can be done standing or seated). Please contact Linda direct for information re availabilty of places.
WALKING 4th Monday Various locations 10.00-4.00pm Leader Roger Hales 01684 576814 [email protected] Contact Philip Uncles 01684 575060 [email protected] Our walks are between 4 1/2 and 6 miles and take place on the last Monday in every month. A list of the walks is also posted in the Newsletter. We aim to encourage and promote an interest in walking, whilst enjoying the company of fellow members, with the option of a pub lunch where possible. Social
DRIVING SKILLS REVISITED 2nd Wednesday and Friday and the 4th Thursday The Cube 1.45-3.30pm (Wed & Fri) and 10.15-1200 noon (Thur) Leader Val Allen 01684 566106 [email protected] Contact Howard Allen 01684 566106 [email protected] Most of us learnt to drive in our youth, and probably haven't had any further checks on our skills since then. Roads have changed, laws have changed, traffic is heavier and cars are more complex. We are offering to help you refresh your ability to cope with modern day situations. Each month our talk covers a different topic, with the same presentation given three times in the month. Topics covered include night driving, winter driving, motorways, manoeuvres, lone driving, grandparents children and distractions, technology and challenges. 31 THE GOOD BEER GROUP 4th Tuesday Various locations 7.30pm-10.00pm Leader Roger Hales 01684 576814 [email protected] Contact Richard Newton 01684 565626 [email protected] We meet to develop our knowledge of good beers by tastings, talks and visits to pubs and breweries. Information about meetings is posted on the web and by direct e-mail. Participants are encouraged to become involved in organising or assisting with meetings, but this is not compulsory.
THE GRAPE GROUP 1st Wednesday Various locations 7.30pm-10.00pm Leader Alex Deadman 01684 572637 [email protected] Contact Christina Denny 01684 561829 [email protected] We explore the pleasures of wine, and welcome absolute beginners as well as those who are already quite knowledgeable. The basic idea is to enjoy the wine in your glass, as well as to learn something more about wine in a structured but informal atmosphere.
TRAVEL GROUP 2nd Tuesday The Cube 2.00-4.00pm Leader Pat Hague 01905 828249 [email protected] Members of this very large group volunteer to organise various day trips, holidays and cruises to places of interest in the UK and abroad.
32 ALPHABETICAL INDEX Archaeology 13 French Conversation 4 16 Poetry Please 2 23 Art History & Appreciation 14 French Improvers 17 Readers' Group 23 Astronomy & Astrophysics 25 French Information 17 Recorder Ensemble 28
Biological Psychology 25 French Intermediate 17 Scrabble 1 9 Botany Group 25 French Learners 17 Scrabble 2 10 Boules & Petanque 1 28 French Revisited 17 Science (Genetics & 26 Evolution) Boules & Petanque 2 29 Gardening (Monday) 12 Shakespeare 2 24 Bridge (EAT) Group 7 Gardening (Tuesday) 12 Shakespeare on Page & 24 Stage Bridge Beginners 8 Geology 26 Short Mat Bowling 30 Bridge Duplicate 2 8 German 18 Silk Painting 7 Bridge Duplicate 3 8 German Conversation 18 Social Debate Group 11 Bridge Improvers 8 Good Beer Group (The) 32 Social History 14 Bridge Information 7 Grape Group (The) 32 Spanish Beginners 19 Camera Group 10 History Through Art 13 Spanish Conversation 19 (Group A) Canasta 9 Human Body (The) 27 Spanish Conversation 19 (Group B) Carry On Computing 10 Knitting & Crochet 5 Spanish Improvers 20 Chess 8 Latin 18 Spanish Improvers Plus 20 Country Dancing 29 Latin Intermediate 18 Spirituality & Literature 12 Creative Writing 1 20 Lawn Bowling Group 30 Table Tennis 30 Creative Writing 2 20 Literature 22 Tai Chi 31 Creative Writing 3 21 Mandarin Chinese 19 Theatre Studies 24 Croquet 29 Mathematics 26 Travel Group 32 Cryptic Crosswords 9 Meccano 5 U3A Singers 28 Cycling 29 Military History 14 Ukulele 28 Discussion Group 11 Music Appreciation 27 Walking 31 Drama 21 Music Poetry & Prose 27 Welsh Culture 14 Driving Skills Revisited 31 My Music 27 Family History and 13 New Perspectives on Art 14 Genealogy History Film Group 21 Painting 1 6 Filn Group 2 21 Painting 2 6 Fluent French Conversation 15 Patchwork & Needlework 6 Skills Fluent French Speakers 15 Philosophical Discussion 11 French Conversation 1 16 Play Reading 1 22 French Conversation 2 16 Play Reading 2 22 French Conversation 3 16 Poetry Please 23
33 Where to find us: The Cube Albert Road North, WR14 2YH
Manor Park Albert Road North, WR14 2TL
Lansdowne Methodist Church Lansdowne Crescent, WR14 2AW
Baptist Church Abbey Road, WR14 3HG
Victoria Park Bowls Club Victoria Park Road WR14 2JY
St Mary’s Church Hall Madresfield Road, WR14 2HD
Great Malvern Hotel Graham Road, WR14 3AU
Trinity Church Hall North Malvern Road, WR14 4LR
Hanley Swan Village Hall Welland Road, Hanley Swan
St Andrew’s Church Hall Churchdown Road, WR14 3JX
The Beauchamp Community Centre Newland, WR14 5AX
Priory Bowling Club Priory Park,
Quaker Meeting House Orchard Road, WR14 3DA
United Reformed Church Hall Worcester Road, WR14 1SS
Viscount Cobham Court Viscount Cobham Crt, WR14 2RJ
Welland Village Hall Marlbank Road, Welland
34 U3A Committee (Trustees) Chair: Pam Stanier e-mail: [email protected] Phone: 01684 – 899 117 General Secretary: Sue Dalley e-mail: [email protected] Phone: 01684 – 891 520 Treasurer: John Knee e-mail: [email protected] Phone: 01684 - 565 378 Membership Secretary: Robin Clarke e-mail: [email protected] Phone: 01886 – 288 123 Groups Co-ordinator: Val Holland (current) e-mail: [email protected] Phone: 01684 – 563 531 Annette Maxted (from 5 September 2016) e-mail: [email protected] Phone: 01684 – 566 208 Speakers Organiser: Sue Lamberton e-mail: [email protected] Phone: 01886 – 830 050 Venues Co-ordinator: Norma Braddock (current) e-mail: [email protected] Phone: 01684 – 574 025 Technical Officer: Peter Corfield e-mail: [email protected] Phone: 01684 – 893 226 Web Manager: John Elkington e-mail: [email protected] Phone: 01684 – 561 565 Trustee: Brian Chesney e-mail: [email protected] Phone: 01684 – 891 999 Jenny Jackson e-mail: [email protected] Phone: 01684 - 491 093 ………………………………….
Newsletter Editor: Richard Owen e-mail: [email protected] Phone: 01684 - 564 565
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