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BARNSLEY AND DISTRICT U3A: AUTUMN 2017

OLD BLOWERS: A BRILLIANT PERFORMANCE!

The Old Blowers performed at the July meeting after starting to learn how to read music and play their instruments since last October. They played several different pieces and received rousing applause from their audience. They were amazing!! PLAYERS ..see page 2

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I finished my last blue polo shirts and thermal tops both message for our sporting a U3A badge. There’s a real June magazine with good team spirit and I believe we are all the words “Have a proud to represent the BU3A, and this great summer.” feelgood factor shows itself in our match Well, I hope it was results. good for you. Over On a different matter, can I say a word of all too quickly per thanks to those members who sponsored the haps but from the Laughter presentation which I was invited to BU3A point of view quite a bit has been perform to day patients and staff at the happening. Barnsley Hospice. Based on member sup I have previously mentioned our Penistone port, I have been able to hand over £226 to project in which we are working with our this worthy cause. partners at Age UK [Barnsley] to reduce Let me finish by reminding you that our an loneliness and isolation amongst retired nual celebratory lunch is now booked to take people in Penistone and the surrounding place on Thursday, 7th December at the ex areas. In our case it’s about creating new cellent Burntwood venue at Brierley. With groups and this is happening with a num around 200 members attending it’s a chance ber of successes already in place. We for us to get together and enjoy each other’s have a Crown Green Bowling group with a company. Further information can be found list of fourteen members so far, a Crafty elsewhere in this edition of The Buzz. Chat Group running along similar lines to the wellestablished group which has been Alan Swann meeting for a few years at Mapplewell. A new Quilting Group is up and running and a Stop Press. new very well attended Walking Group has You might have heard by now that, for rea- met on a number of occasions. Additionally sons of ill health, Robert Green has had to there are other groups in the pipeline and step down from the position of Development we have also arranged regular ‘Drop In’ Officer. This is sad news as Robert was hav- meetings for our Penistone members to ing a positive impact in contributing to the de- attend on the first Thursday of the month in velopment of our U3A. I am sure that you will order to hear the latest news and pick up all join with me in wishing Robert a speedy their Buzzes every quarter – but of course, recovery. any BU3A member is welcome to attend. I am delighted that Beth Rudkin has volun- On a personal level, one of the highlights teered to return as Development Officer and for me has been in representing our U3A will be assisted by Helen Dew, Laraine and as a member of our Crown Green Bowling David Timms and, eventually, Lynn Maloney. Team, in which we are competing in the Lynn has decided to postpone the start of her Barnsley Over 60s Singles and Doubles planned Creative Drama Group for health Bowling Leagues. This is our second sea reasons - we wish her well too. son and we are clearly now developing as a group and understanding the different PLAYERS IN OLD BLOWERS: protocols, gamesmanship and extra con The players were Geoff Wilkinson, Jim centration needed in League Bowling. As Kieron, Trudy Atkinson on cornets; James I write this message our Singles team is Naylor on trumpet; Sandra Booth on flugel holding its own in the new higher division horn; Peter Saxton on horn; Sheila Metcalfe following our promotion in the first season. on percussion; Derek Kaye on euphonium; Our Doubles Team are currently top of our Alan Williams on baritone; Colin Atkinson division and, without risking tempting fate, and Geoff Pike on trombones. Also featured we are looking good for promotion to the were Max Senior on E flat Bass, April Far higher level for next year. Thanks to Roy thing helping out on horn (teacher of Music), Marsden’s efforts and negotiating skills and the Musical both teams are now kitted out with U3A Director was Roy Gamble.

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LINK UP

Link Up is the new group for members CONTENTS who have recently joined our U3A: it's an Introduction Network (not a dating 1. Old Blowers site!) We meet on the third Monday 2. Chairman’s message each month, 6.30pm at Priory Campus. 3. Link Up We had our first meeting on Monday 4. Key Issues from Committee meet 19th June. The meeting was fun, re- ings. New members laxed, and enjoyed by all who at- 5. Dates for your diary. Vacancy tended! 6. Sewerby Hall visit. Magic Group. The aim of the group is to help new Caption Competition members understand how Barnsley U3A 7. Tuesday Gardeners. Thursday works and how to get involved. The ses- sion includes Gardeners. Les Roberts. Cycling • introductions and finding out new 8. Cosmology. The Choir that members’ interests; Cannae Sing • explanations on how to find and 9. Penistone News join groups; 10. Racketball. Table and Board • the importance of contacting Co- Games ordinators before attending groups 11. Posh Puds. French Language and • the value of Monthly Meetings and Culture. Francophiles. Whist our Facebook group 12. Crown Green Bowling Trip Spread the word to all new members, 13. Race Night this Link is set up just for them. 14. “What Does BU3A mean to You?” Co-ordinators are Eveline Mirfin and Ann Competition Winners Heaton. For more information contact 17. Conversational French. Golf Eveline on 07771638774 18. Flix @ 6 19. The One Club. Discounts 20. Folketry 21. New Literature Group. Burns Nigh 22. The Stuarts 23. Tuesday Book Forum. Spanish 24. New Regional Trustee. Yorkshire Air Ambulance 25. Theatre Group 26. Annual Festive Lunch 27. Strictly BU3A Dancers. Out and About 28. Nature Notes. NatureQuest. Bird Watching 29. Travel 30. Bus Pass Walks 31. Thursday Walks. Long Walks 32. Tuesday Walks 33. Penistone walks. Stitches 34. Wednesday Ramblers 35. Public transport to Group Venues 36. Calendar of activities 40. Photos from Facebook

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• The Accessibility Survey is now completed - information available to view on BU3A website under "Disability" • Penistone link now established with 5 groups running and more in the pipeline - details from the Development Officer, Robert Green. • Consideration is being given to creating an "Associate Member" membership to accommodate members who wish to maintain contact with the U3A but are no longer able to attend groups or events due to frailty of health or having moved away from the area. • A reduced annual fee of £6 would be charged. • These members would be able to remain on Facebook, receive a copy of the Buzz and to attend one social event per year as well as attending the AGM. • Associate members would have to have been full paid up members of BU3A for 7 years to qualify. • Co-ordinators will receive a copy of relevant names. • Associate members can revert to full membership at any time. • Third Age Trust will be conducting a one year pilot to see whether this would be beneficial. A paper outlining the proposal to go to the August meeting. • The Tradesman list on the BU3A website is out of date and an appeal to be made through the Buzz in order to update the list. • Older Persons Day at Kendray Hospital takes place on 7 October - BU3A will at- tend and host a stand plus performances from the Old Blowers and the Strin- galongs. • Approval given to offer businesses in the area a free advert in the Buzz in ex- change for a 10% discount to BU3A members. • Sue Stokes has been appointed to the position of Regional Trustee (Yorks & the Humber) and sits on the National Executive for the Third Age Trust. Sue was also Regional Vice Chairman but has now relinquished that role.

WELCOME to NEW MEMBERS:

These are the new members since the last issue: Freda Fox, Enid Thackray, Richard Appley, Philip Liptrot, Suzanne Goodman, , Keith Gordan, David Fletcher, Margaret Weir, Lynn Asher, Margaret Gray, Gillian Brookes, Barbara Robinson, Pat Abdurrahman, Joan Acton, Avril Chap- man, Trevor Chapman, Lalita Sadhu, Joanne Worthington, John Worthington, Marie Hall, Jean Barley, Roy Newcombe, Judith Darwin, Hazel McGeorge, Chris Sykes, Nicolette Mitchell , Vera Jones, Maureen McKechnie, Elizabeth Bark- worth, Paul Barkworth , Pat Firth, Jean Proctor, John Proctor, Gill Gibson, Irene Gorsden, Pauline Masheder, Angela Wells, June Winstanley, Michael White, Ros Boughton, Jean Paine, Allan Paine, Anne Bell, Marlene Thewlis, Susan Eyre, Howard Eyre, Brenda Tunney, Betty Corrigan, Joe Corrigan, Kal- pana Kini, Ann Longden, Sharon Webster, Sue Battersby, Julie Elliott, Heather Moorhouse, Margaret Amos, Joyce Howland, Elaine Gardner, and Ingrid, John Colley, Carol Bradbury, Mary Waite, Michael Smythe, Linda Dale, Stewart Moakler, Sue Harrison, and Elizabeth Cain.

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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

SEPTEMBER 2017 Mon 4th 1.30pm Monthly Meeting/Buzz Priory Campus Thurs 7th Drop In Meeting/Buzz Penistone Wed 13th 10.30am Regional Development Mtg York Fri 15th 9.30am Executive Committee Emmanuel Church OCTOBER 2017 Mon 2nd 1.30pm Monthly Meeting Priory Campus Sat 7th 10am-3pm Older Peoples’ Day Kendray Hospital Thurs 12th 6.30pm New Members’ Meeting Priory Campus Fri 13th Race Night Miners’ Welfare, Dodworth Fri 20th 9.30am Executive Committee Emmanuel Church NOVEMBER 2017 Mon 6th 1.30pm Monthly Meeting Priory Campus Thurs 9th 10am Coordinators’ Meeting Priory Campus Fri 10th Deadline for Buzz entries Fri 17th 9.30am Executive Committee Emmanuel Church Wed 22nd 10am Regional Workshop: Sharing Best Practice DECEMBER 2017 Mon 4th 1.30pm Monthly Meeting/Buzz Priory Campus Tues 5th 2pm Choir Christmas Concert Emmanuel Church Thurs 7th 12.30pm Annual Lunch Burntwood Court, Brierley Thurs 14th 6.30pm New Members’ Meeting Priory Campus Fri 15th 9.30am Executive Committee Emmanuel Church

Honeydew House

COLWYN BAY Holiday Let

CAN YOU HELP? Sleeps 4 – double room, twin ARE YOU AN ORGANISER? room BU3A has lots of photos, Cot available newsletters and documents that 2 minutes walk from beach and collectively tell the story of our water sports facility U3A. 10 minutes drive from Colwyn BUT……they’re not organised, Bay, Zoo, Llandudno and Conway they’re in different locations with different people. Virtual tour available on We are looking for someone to www.northwalesholidaycottages. help organise these memories as co.uk an archive. INTERESTED? Please get in touch Bookings can be made from this with Alan Swann. site or tel: 01492 582492 Page 6 Barnsley & District U3A Autumn 2017

Thursday Gardeners visit Sewerby Hall.

The photo shows three members looking around the walled garden Mary Ross, Sylvia Webster and Ruth Skupski.

ABRACADABRA MAGIC GRGROUPOUP

Purpose of the Magic Group • To promote Magic as a skill that members can learn, enjoy, and share with others

• To have fun with like-minded members of Barnsley U3A

Q: Are any pre-existing skills required? A: No, the group has a small library of Magic books / DVDs that can be borrowed. Q: Who are our members? A: Any U3A member with an interest, male and female Q: When and where do you meet? A: Every two weeks, 4.30pm - 6.00pm on a Thursday at Tesco’s, at Stairfoot. Q: Can anyone join? A: Most certainly, - we have set the maximum group number at 20 members; we only have six members at the time of writing this shown in this photograph (May 2017).

So, we extend a warm welcome to any prospective member, and invite you to visit a meeting to see what we do.

CAPTION COMPETITION What is Alan saying in this photo? Send your suggestion to the Buzz Editor by email - [email protected] or in writing to any Committee member. Closing date is Monday 6th November 2017.

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TUESDAY GARDENERS 10Oct 2:00pm Lotherton Hall. Admission price includes parking, bird garden, hall and gardens. Some members may decide to visit the hall and bird gardens during the morning. Meet outside the café at 2pm to visit the gardens. 24Oct 2:00pm Sheffield Botanical Gardens to view the herbaceous border. 07Nov 2:00pm Burton Grange. Speaker to be confirmed. 21Nov 2:00pm Burton Grange. DVD 05Dec 2:00pm Christmas buffet and quiz. 19Dec NO MEETING Judith Hunt, Deputy Coordinator

THURSDAY GARDENERS st 21 September 1.30pm Visit to Temple Newsam Hall & Gardens, Halton, Leeds LS15 0AE

th 19 .October 2.00pm Visit to a Garden Centre

th 30 November TBC Christmas Dinner

LES ROBERTS

At the Barnsley District Scouts AGM in July, Les Roberts was presented with the Chief Scouts Commendation for Good Service. As Les said,” It just goes to show what can be achieved when you act like an 8 year old every week!” We’re proud of you Les!

CYCLING GROUP The Cycling Group meets fortnightly on Tuesdays from late February to early Novem- ber at 10am. The rides suit all abilities and are on the Trans Pennine Trail or similar routes. Frequent stops are scheduled in for refreshments & socialising. For more information contact the co-ordinator: Les Roberts 01226 297260 Date Meeting place Ride to: Sept 5th Stanley Ferry Woodlesford – Aire & Calder Canal Sept 19th Sprotborough Lock Sykehouse Lock Oct 3rd-5th 3 day visit to Derbyshire Details TBC

Oct 17th Kendall Green Manvers Lake – followed by annual meal Oct 31st Abbey Lane Anglers Country Park

Nov 14th Abbey Lane Elsecar Heritage Centre

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HEAVENS... Cosmoloogy is one of those groups where you learn things. Things you didn't know, or even dream of. But Frank, our leader, makes it fun and doesn't mind idiotic questions. He uses videos and visiting lecturers as well. We had one recently from Sheffield University and, although we didn't understand everything that he said, we all came home buzzing with excitement. Wow, what a group.

So we talk about stars and suns and planets and life and Big Bangs. Some- times our members do a bit on what they know about, like when the conti- nents were all one chunk of land - that's called Pangaea, it seems, and there is quite a lot of evidence for it.

And then we are booked to go the local Observatory in September. We can't do that in summer, you understand, since you can't see many stars. The Cos- mologists or, in my case, Would-Be Cosmologists meet at Tescos on alternate Monday evenings……and it's brilliant.

Singing is good for us they say!

I have always wanted to sing in a choir. However, as confirmed by my granddaughter when singing a lullaby, “Thank you Grandma, but please stop." I CANNAE SING! So when Robert Green suggested the Cannae Sing Karaoke group, I was very interested. I found the afternoon very uplifting and sang my way through the rest of the afternoon and evening. Definitely not to be missed for a fun, exhilarating, afternoon for those unable to sing. Em- manuel Church alternate Thursday afternoons. Laraine Timms

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We now have six groups up and running. We held our first Drop In session on Thursday 3rd August and it was very suc cessful; we will hold one on the first Thursday of the month 10am to 12pm at St. John's Community Centre in the lower hall. Members will be able to collect their Buzz magazine, hear about Travel Group trips, learn about new groups and things that are happening throughout Barnsley U3A. Prospective members will also be able to join us, should they wish to do so. Barbara Lukey's new group, How We Were, starts on Thursday 14th September, 10am in Penis tone Library. The Crown Green Bowling season is drawing to a close but we have had ten people playing regularly and enjoying learning a new skill. The Walking Group have been on two walks which were enjoyed by all those taking part; they meet once a fortnight. The Quilting Group meet once a month and are also learning new skills. Crafty Chat (Penistone) has increased in numbers and bring many different projects to do. We now have a Coordinator to run a Penistone Para mount live streaming and productions Group; there will be more news about this at the Drop In sessions and the monthly meetings. If you would like to run a group in the Penistone area, please do not hesitate to contact me. We are only restricted by your generosity to volunteer. Helen Dew

First Walk for Penistone based Walking Group: Cheese Bottom Led by Sue Green Just to let you know we've had a very successful first walk today. 14 people joined us and made for a friendly sociable group. We walk the on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month.

Bread Making at Penistone.

Following the successful course at Birdwell, we are looking to have a Bread Making Group at Penistone, based at St John’s Community Centre, 9.30 – 11.30am. There is a provisional starting date of Monday 2nd October 2017. We will explore natural fermentation, wheat, rye and spelt flours and many types of seeds and additional ingredients. With knowledge, you can produce bread at home with lots of taste and no chemicals. Week one is an introduction, e.g how little equipment you need, best place to buy materials, machine or hand mixing, etc followed by six practical classes (7 weeks in all). So, close up the caravan, off with the walking boots, its mucky weather - join us at Penistone for two hours of real bread making and making new friends this Autumn.

There will be an Interest List at the September monthly meetings at Priory, Barnsley and St John’s, Penistone. Alternatively, contact Chris North, Coordinator – see the Contact List for details. Chris North, Coordinator

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U3A RACKETBALL GROUP BARNSLEY AND DISTRICT U3A

What is Racketball? Racketball is similar to Squash but the racket is bigger and the ball is larger and bouncier. It is easier to play than Squash and is a good form of exercise. Who is it for? Men and women who are retired or semi-retired. Beginners as well as experienced players. Those who have played other racket sports. When is it? Every Tuesday morning, 10am-12 noon at Stocksbridge Community Leisure Centre. What do I need to bring? Wear white soled trainers and comfortable clothes. Rackets and balls are provided. How much is it? £3 per session Contact: Pat Gallamore: patgallamore@ gmail.com Tel: 01226 791716 Elaine Smith: [email protected] Tel: 0114 288 8624 / 07795 815784

Table and Board Games

We have come by a new (to us) game that may appeal to existing or potential mem bers. It is a wellestablished commercially produced game, derived from the tradi tional game of dominos. However, Trionimos, as the name suggests, is played with three sided tiles, providing for a wider range of pat terns and scoring rules. If anyone fancies learning the game, or refreshing their existing skills, then why not join us and have a go? Autumn will be with us soon, and nights are al ready drawing in, so it could well be the mo ment to brush up on a competitive spirit that might help keep the blood circulating during the winter months. Whatever your choice for friendly indoor com pletion (word building; strategic planning; tacti cal decisionmaking; acquiring matching ‘sets’), we may have something to suit. Check out the full list of available games on our pages on the BU3A website.

Martin E King Coordinator

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POSH PUDS

The next session of Posh Puds will start on Thursday, 19th October from 10am until 12noon, and will run for 6 consecutive weeks. An interest list will also be posted on the notice board at the monthly meetings in September/ October. If you are interested please contact Coordina- tors Chrissie White or Helen Webber: numbers can be found on the Contact List

Francophiles

French Language After the holiday we hope you are and Culture ready for the new year. Looking forward to Hope you have enjoyed seeing you all on September 12th your summer break and are refreshed for next year's challenges. We meet again on the 5th September at 9.45am. CALLING ALL WHIST

Pat Wassell PLAYERS. Cocoordinator More members needed to join our Whist Group. We meet fortnightly at PRIORY CAMPUS on MONDAY nights at 6.30pm

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BLACKPOOL CROWN GREEN BOWLING TRIP

In May, 35 members (both bowlers and nonbowlers) made their way to the Doric Hotel, North Promenade, Blackpool, for what is now becoming an annual event.

This is really a temporary relocation to the seaside for the BU3A morning social bowling groups held from late March to October at the Ardsley Bowling Club. Chatter and laughs are the order of the day unless your foot is 'on the mat', when your competetive head is on to try to get your bowl nearest to the jack.

The hotel arranges for us to have exclusive use of the bowling green for three successive days, so all competitions are friendly with people we all know and have fun with. And of course, all under the organisation of Roy Marsden, so you can be certain to enjoy yourself, especially with the 'dodgy' green making it a level playing field for the newcomers as well as the more experienced bowlers.

A coach takes us from the hotel to the bowling green after breakfast and brings us back at about 4.30pm. In between morning coffee/tea at 11am, buffet lunch at about 12.30 and afternoon tea and cake at 2.30pm, we do try to do some bowling.

This year, we played ladies and men's doubles on day 1, ladies and men's singles on day 2 and mixed teams of 3 for trebles on day 3. On all three days the sun shone, it was dry and got warmer as the week went along perhaps Roy can even organise the weather as well as the people there!!!!

The winners were: Ladies Doubles Jean Breedon and Rowan Green Men's Doubles George Gibb and Peter Smithies

Ladies Singles Enid Smith Men's Singles Harry Smith

Mixed Trebles Colin Atkinson, Jean Breedon and Alan Raistrick

It shows how even the competitions were with the prizes well spread, although there was some family rivalry in the 'Smith' household and pressure was on with both singles finals played at the same time.

Every individual winner received a voucher from the hotel for a 20% discount against next year's trip, making it in everyone's interests to do their best.

The nonbowlers enjoyed their time wandering wherever they pleased, using bus passes to get to Lytham or Fleetwood, dropping in at the bowling club for a cuppa and a chat or going on the free coach trips to Skipton or Gargrave, so it's a holiday for everyone.

The 'free day' on Thursday was an absolute scorcher with clear blue skies all day and temperatures about 30 degrees. We all had 'red bits' that night, even those who had been to The Tower Ballroom for the afternoon tea dance. It was so warm that over 20 of us were stood outside the hotel at 10.30pm watching the changing colours on Blackpool Tower, and we all agreed that the presence of drinks was to prevent us dehydrating.

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Extra special thanks again go to Roy Mardsen for negotiating the package, taking bookings and deposits and organising the playing order to make sure we got the games played on time. This was not an easy task with the catering lady having tea, coffee and food available most of the day you all know how much BU3A members enjoy their food.

As a 'thank you' we presented Roy with a garden centre voucher and strict instructions saying: "TO BE USED ON YOUR OWN GARDEN AND NOT THE BOWLING GREEN".

The package included: • 5 nights accommodation with evening entertainment (bingo is optional but our group won quite a bit of money over the 5 nights, including a £100 winner!!). • Full choice of English breakfast • Evening dinner with a glass of wine • Coach transfers to and from the bowling green • Optional free half or full day excursions for nonbowlers on two separate days

... so it was excellent value for money

A provisional booking has been made for May next year. It doesn't matter if you are a bowler or not why not think about joining us on a fun BU3A holiday.

Mike and Pat Pease

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In the last issue we invited members to write a short piece on what BU3A means to them. We received some inspiring entries and choosing winners was very difficult, but here are the 3 finalists who will each receive a (small!) prize...

Over 50 years of working life I have always welcomed change and loved leaping into unknown, unchartered waters. Varied job roles in many different sectors helped to prepare me for eventually becoming self-employed, where I worked to support indi- viduals and groups in public and private organisations. Coaching others was my key strength and I built on this by continuing to learn and develop as a personal and busi- ness coach; encouraging others to make the most of life’s challenges and opportuni- ties. Some of my business and personal clients were facing up to difficulties including redundancy or job-changes, ill-health, caring issues, bereavement etc. My own even- tual retirement was an option which had not been seriously explored or considered.

In 2016 Sylvia, a close friend and member of U3A Barnsley invited me to accompany her to the U3A Barnsley 20th Anniversary celebrations which were being held at the Metrodome in Barnsley. Although I had been ‘stepping down’ my business by choosing to work fewer hours, I was reluctant to fully wind up my business and become a mem- ber of the retired community.

I went along on the day and loved it! Lots of lively, like-minded people keen to share details of the myriad of activities on offer. One highlight on the day for me was the sequence dance group demonstration. I’d started sequence dancing a few years be- fore as part of a promise to my husband after recovering from an illness, and I found that the demonstration included many of the dances I had been learning and some new ones too. Everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves and having fun. After browsing all the activities and talking with other group leaders and members I re- turned home before making the decision to go on-line with my husband and join. The web page was very informative with lots to read and learn about Barnsley U3A.

Glimpsing this ‘other U3A life’ first hand brought about a decision to re-think my own circumstances and so we gradually began the process of preparing to say farewell to regular clients and to wrap-up my business.

We still love the dancing and enjoy spending time with the large number of other dance group members who attend each week. As we have remained busy with family, and spend a lot of time on Anglesey in Wales and we have also wintered abroad, we haven’t tried many of the other Group activities YET! However, when I browse all which is on offer (or being planned), I feel privileged to be a member of Barnsley U3A. It’s wonderful to be ‘spoilt for choice’ isn’t it?

I am a member on U3A Facebook – I like this as it is a closed group which means I can keep a level of privacy without sharing with all and sundry! It is easy to dip in and out – reading and contributing to others’ posts on a wide range of mainly light- hearted topics - no contentious issues!

Long Live and Grow U3A! Susan Saunders

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BU3A 900 members and counting ......

"What is U3A?" I asked. I was retiring, after working years in the demanding NHS. I contemplated on what I would do with my free time. I heard of people who could not cope with the sudden release from high profile jobs, lost their identities and purpose in life and went downhill. I would certainly not let that happen to me I said defiantly. I read books, watch a lot of TV and love cooking but would that be enough to keep me sane?

That was when I was introduced to U3A. Undoubtedly my lucky day! I could not believe the number of groups you could join, spoiled for choice really. There was something here for everyone, the brainy, the not so brainy, the athletic and the frail. All you needed was enthusiasm and time to spare and good behaviour of course.

There are groups where you walk, talk, sing (or even try to sing), dance or play an instru ment.

You can join any group of your choice, with no auditions. You are only as good as you want to be. It is about having fun and full marks for trying. Hats off to the voluntary talented coordinators for their time. Performing in gigs is like paying back to the community and is a "feel good" factor for me.

Learning something is only part of it. Each group has people with different personalities. Some talk while others listen patiently. Some share sad stories, some relate good experi ences. Many give advice, others take advice. Nobody is superior to anyone else. People talk about holidays and grandkids, their ongoing ailments, hospital appointments and treat ments.

You always find some special friends to share your worries with, as people are experts in different fields of life. We have teachers, lawyers, doctors, nurses, musicians, builders, plumbers, electricians to name a few, bringing the knowledge, wisdom and expertise in their fields. Besides we have all "been there, done that and have the Tshirt."

Sadly there is invariably sad news. It is amazing to see how people cope with bereave ment and how groups rally round. Makes you step back and reflect and count your bless ings giving you a different perspective of life.

"What is your favorite group?" I am frequently asked. "How do you find time for all these activities?" I like each group for different reasons and find time. I have my eye on other groups, laughter maybe: can't go wrong with laughter. I have yet to see someone dying of laughter!

My friends tell me "You must be mad." I totally agree!

We all have something priceless, life experiences! Where else would you find a group of "oldies" and try to teach them new skills (old dog new tricks)! It is true what they say "use it or lose it." That's a "no brainer" (no pun intended)! The best part is it costs next to nothing!

So thank you U3A. What would I do without it!!

Indu Kumar

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BARNSLEY U3A – A FIRST MEETING. (An imagined July afternoon by Eric Bell)

I had heard about this University of the Third Age from a couple of friends in Sheffield. Well, that name sounded a bit academic and it is probably full of hippie tree huggers. There were quite a few of those around when I was young – a lifetime ago. Anyway, there’s nothing to lose in just having a look and they do have a monthly meeting this Monday. I’ll probably not last long before skedaddling for the exit. I must not be in the middle of the row in case I need to escape.

Well, that was a better than expected start – being met by a lovely greeter, who pro- vided me with some good information about this U3A idea and then showed me to a seat (on the end of a row!). There are far more people here than I expected. It is no- ticeable that there are many more women here than men.

Looking round, there are people at tables who provide extra details about certain groups, plus some leaflets and bulletins on one of the walls. I’ll check those out later (if I stay). Gosh, there is so much going on.

The person next to me has introduced herself and her mother to me and shown me their Buzz. Wow – it is certainly impressive - all in colour and there is no extra fee for it. Apparently, it is issued four times per year and seems to contain some really good stuff. The meeting is about to start. I bet this is where it becomes all bureaucratic and boring. Yes, I thought so. They have a Chairman and an agenda. It is like being back at Barnsley Council. Except – this Chairman is funny and lets other people do most of the talking.

First, there was a super mini-concert from a group called the “Old Blowers” – love their name! Apparently, these are U3A members who have been learning how to read music and to play brass instruments. The music only lasted about 20 minutes but it was cer- tainly very entertaining and everyone around me seemed to be enjoying it. I cannot be- lieve that most of the players only started recently. And they had a female drummer, just like the Honeycombs (some fond schoolboy nostalgia there).

This Barnsley U3A organisation certainly has many groups - like bowling, cards, crafts, dancing, games, languages, walking and a choir. Pity I cannot sing but never mind – ap- parently there are about 90 groups, from which I can choose as many as I like to try. Also, from what the greeter told me, the cost is really low. I mean, can it really be only £12 per year and £1 per group session (something called a “blue box”)? I need to look into this more.

It seems that all of these Committee members and group leaders are just ordinary members who have volunteered. The whole of this U3A certainly seems to be really friendly and helpful. There is so much of interest. Just what we newcomers need!

At the end of the meeting, I visited the table for new members. I paid my fee and re- ceived a copy of the latest Buzz. I now intend to try a couple of groups. Actually, the choice is really good. I have not done 10-pin bowling for years and would like to give that a try first, with options for Monday or Thursday mornings. Also, there is room for me on a Chinese meal night in August. Now which of the card games to join first – maybe the canasta?

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Conversational French We meet on alternate Wednesday afternoons at Birdwell Com- munity Centre at 2.00pm. Last July we thought about having a million of something: no- THE MIDNIGHT BALL one had a million pounds! Here are our thoughts, in both French and English. I did like the gown, Il y a un million de graines qui tombent comme la pluie des bouleaux d’argenté dans mon jardin. That you wore at the ball, There are a million seeds, which fall like rain from the silver Even though you bought it, birch trees in my garden. From a cheap market stall. J’ai un million de cheveux gris sur ma tête. Those new sparkling shoes, There are a million grey hairs on my head. J’ai un million fourmi dans mon jardin Didn’t make you dance that well, I have a million ants in my garden. Or was it just you, Il y a un million de pucerons des plantes sur mon prunier That you were trying to sell. et beaucoup de coccinelles qui les mangent. Since being your partner, There are a million greenfly on my plum tree and lots of lady- birds which eat them. There’s one thing I know, En ce moment, dans mon jardin il y a un million de fleurs I’m sure you do the wrong steps, de trèfle sur la pelouse et aussi beaucoup d’abeilles. Just to cause a big show. At the moment, in my garden there are a million clover flowers You struggled with your back spins, on the lawn and also lots of bees. Il y a un million d’étoiles dans le ciel pour nous donnent And just managed to do a square, beaucoup d’espoirs, désires, et de souhaits. You were in and out of sequence, There are a million stars in the sky to give us lots of hope, de- But never quiet there. sires and wishes. Your steps for quarter turns, Quand j’utilise mon nouveau plan électrique je fais un mil- lion échardes de bois dans l’air And whisks were out of place, When I use my new electric plane I make a million splinters of To say that you can dance well, wood in the air You made us look a disgrace! Il y a un million de cailloux au lieu d’un million mauvaise So at next year’s ball, herbes dans mon jardin. There are a million pebbles instead of a million weeds in my It won’t be me and you, garden. I’ll find a new partner, What do you have a million of? Who knows a step or two.

After a month’s summer break we return to our studies on Written by Stephen Wray Wednesday, September 6th at 2.00pm

Gloria King -Coordinator

FORE!!

A major prize was offered to U3A golf players on Thursday 3rd August. This was to be won by the player who managed to find the green with his first shot on the 6th hole at Hillies Golf Course. The winner of this competition was Roger Crowston. The prize was a three pack of Srixon golf balls. The second prize of a week in Cleethorpes was not claimed. New players are always welcome – friendly rivalry in the open air!

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Flix is on the first and third Fridays of the month at 6pm at the Priory Campus. We have fish and chips for those who want it, if you don't want it that's fine. The only charge is the £1 blue box fee, 25p for a cuppa (also optional), plus whatever you have from the chippy. Friday 15 September: The Age of Adaline Starring: Blake Lively; Ellen Burstyn; Harrison Ford Storyline: Adaline (Blake Lively) ceases to age following an accident one icy night, but keeps her condition a closelyguarded secret while embarking on a number of incredible adventures throughout the 20th Century. After years of a solitary life, she finds the love and courage that enable her to fully begin living.

Friday 6 th October: Sully Miracle on the Hudson Starring: Tom Hanks; Laura Linney; Anna Gunn; Aaron Eckhert; Autumn Reeser; Jerry Ferrera Storyline: Capt. Chesley Sullenberger, a pilot for more than four decades, is catapulted to fame after birds fly into the engines of flight 1549 on January 15, 2009, crippling the jet. He lands the plane safely on the surface of the Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 passengers on board.

Friday 20 th October: Manchester by the Sea Starring: Casey Affleck; Michelle Williams; Kyle Chandler; Gretchen Mol; Kara Hayward; Tate Donovan Storyline: A Bostonliving ne’erdowell plumber is forced to return home to the titular town after he learns his brother passed away. There, he finds himself thrust into the care of the man's 16year old son but finds himself crumbling due to a secret tragedy in his past

Friday 3rd November: The Intern Starring: Anne Hathaway; Robert De Niro; Rene Russo Storyline: Starting a new job can be a difficult challenge, especially if you're already retired. Looking to get back into the game, 70yearold widower Ben Whittaker (Robert De Niro) seizes the opportunity to become a senior intern at an online fashion site. Ben soon becomes popular with his younger coworkers, including Jules Ostin (Anne Hathaway), the boss and founder of the company. Whittaker's charm, wisdom and sense of humour help him develop a special bond and growing friendship with Jules.

Friday 17th November: Lion Starring: Rooney Mara; Nicole Kidman; Dev Patel; David Wenham; Nawazuddin Siddiqui; Menik Gooneratne Storyline: The story follows a fiveyearold Indian boy who, after a wrong train takes him thousands of miles away from home and family, survives many challenges before being adopted by an Australian couple. Twentyfive years later, armed with only the scantest of clues, he learns of a new technology called Google Earth, and sets out to find his lost family.

Friday 1st December: The Unspoken Starring: Jodelle Ferland; Neal McDonald Storyline: In 1997 the closeknit Anderson family vanished from their country home without a trace without an explanation. No bodies were ever found and for 17 years the house has remained undisturbed...until now.

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The One Club A new group will be starting in September which Vanda Outram will be coordinating; this is what she said about her initial ideas for the group - “It has been suggested to me that loneliness and isolation are one of the biggest causes of deaths in the UK. Our new Group will be there for anyone who is alone for whatever reason. It will also be open to members, whose partner; husband or wife is not a member of the U3A. We will try to provide a variety of activities particularly at the weekends which can be a lonely time for some members. If you are just in need of someone to have a natter with, enjoy a cuppa and make new friends, then the opportunity is at our monthly meetings; go out for Sunday lunch, or even enjoy a day at the races, plus, the opportunity to learn new things. The possibilities are truly endless and we will aim to fulfil the needs of all who join. Coordinators and members from other groups will hopefully attend our meetings and speak among us infor- mally to let us know what we are missing and what we would gain by getting together. There will be no time scale to how long you can be in the group; we all make new friends, join new groups, and expand our social lives. All we would ask is if you join the group, that you let someone know if you can’t attend our gatherings. We believe by joining, hopefully people will go away with the knowledge that what we put in we get - out threefold, and that with a little effort, life can be good!”

See the calendar for date and times and Vanda is on the contact list if you would like to get in touch.

DISCOUNTS FOR U3A MEMBERS

Did you know you can sometimes get discounts in stores just by showing your BU3A membership card? We know about P&J Textiles in New Street and Barnsley Market, Holiday Inn, Dodworth and S Kaye Electrical. Do you know of any one else who offers If any member is unable to pick up their copy of The Buzz from us a discount? the Monday monthly meeting at Priory Campus in March, Would you like to June, September and December, copies will be available from Age UK Barnsley offices on Eldon Street from the next day persuade stores to or from St John’s Community Centre, Penistone on the offer discounts? monthly Thursday DropIn session. Get in touch with Members will be asked to sign for copies taken; they will be any Committee allowed to take copies on behalf of other members. Only one member if you want copy per household. to help. Page 20 Barnsley & District U3A Autumn 2017

The Barnsley U3A Folketry Group has been running for around six years and as with many other groups, our membership and numbers attending group meetings fluctuates. I‘ve written this little article to tell you more about us and to invite you to come along and see for yourself and hopefully join our group. If you do, you are assured of a very warm welcome.

“What is Folketry?” This is a question almost everybody asks when they hear the word or see it written down! Folketry is a word we ‘invented’ because our group meetings cover a variety of topics but mainly Folk Songs/Folk Music and Poetry, hence Folketry. One dictionary definition of folk music is “Music that originates in traditional popular culture or that is written in such a style. Folk music is typically of unknown authorship and is transmitted orally from generation to generation.” I prefer to think of ‘Folk Music’ as covering many types of music and song etc performed over a number of years by everyday folk rather than ‘polished’ stage artistes, although those artistes also occupy a Folk ‘niche’. What happens at Folketry meetings? Folketry is not just for people who can play a musical instrument or who are superb singers! Yes we have members who play musical instruments, some of whom also belong to the BU3A Stringalongs ukulele group, or the BU3A guitar group, but most of us don’t actually play an instrument. We have members who play one or more musical instruments, including guitars, banjo, melodeon, penny whistle, mandolin, with varying degrees of expertise. If you can play an instrument or are learning, you are welcome to come along. Our meetings, are usually informal and sprinkled with laughter; most of us will join in with singing any songs we already know which may be introduced by another group member, or by reading a poem, or just telling a little story or anecdote, serious or humorous, fact or fiction. However, there is no pressure on anyone to ‘goitalone’. Folketry group members only do that if/when they decide that they are ready to. We do hope that after coming to a few meetings, everyone will actually want to join in with the rest of us in singing songs they know, or at least joining in with chorus songs. If members wish, they can present an item by relating from personal knowledge or experience, or information they have found in books or on the internet. (This is one way in which I suppose we ful fil the ‘learning’ aim of being members of U3A.) If someone wishes to lead a song, they can do this with or without musical accompaniment. We have a set of 10 songsheets containing the lyrics to over 150 songs, some traditional, others of more recent vintage. If you decide to join the group you’ll be given a set of these songsheets to keep as your own. As well as singing and reading poetry, we listen to songs/music/poetry etc. on cassette tapes or CDs or ‘downloads’ from the Internet, brought along by members, or taken from our music and po etry ‘library’ which is available at most meetings. Occasionally group member/members will re search the background/origins of some of the artistes/songs/ poems and do a short presentation to the group. Some of us have also visited local folkclubs. For some meetings we preselect a theme that poems/songs should relate to. Alternatively, members can talk about something that they or friends or relatives have experienced, which is relevant to the ‘theme’. At all meetings we try to in clude some songs with a chorus that everyone can join in. The hope is that everyone will enjoy the singing. We are a small, friendly group who enjoy a song and a laugh. As coordinator I welcome suggestions about how meetings might be varied and improved to en hance learning and enjoyment for all members. Where and when does the Folketry group meet? We meet fortnightly at The Oaks Working Mens Club at Ardsley on Wednesday afternoons from 1.45 p.m to 3.45 p.m. Where can you get more information about Folketry? There is more on the ‘GROUPS’ page of the Barnsley & District U3A Website http://u3asites.org.uk/code/u3asite.php?site=705 Alternatively you can contact me by ‘phone, my number is on the Contacts Sheet issued with The Buzz.

Mike Maher Folketry Coordinator

Autumn 2017 Barnsley & District U3A Page 21 The New Literature Group

The new Literature group will start on Wednesday 13th September. We are planning to start with the Brontes, and spend a term studying them. They are an interesting lot. They had a brother too, who was interesting. Perhaps not quite as productive as they were, though.

So we will look at the things in their lives that made them what they were. The school, where a lot of children died of consumption, the religious background – their father, whose family came from Ireland, and was a rector. The moors, where Emily especially, found her inspiration.

We will aim to read three of their books, Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall. But don’t worry if you are not a great reader. We will have videos showing their stories.

I think we will have some experts who can come as guests. And of course, we will arrange a trip to Haworth.

It will be a new venture for me. I hope it will be wonderful.

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This jolly set of men tried to blow up our beloved Houses of Parliament, as well as the king. That was in 1605, so it will come near the beginning of our year about the Stuarts that starts in September.

There were only five kings and one queen. We chopped the head off one of them and chased another out of the country, so four out of six left wasn’t doing badly, was it? But we did have the doughty Oliver Cromwell who called himself the Lord Protector. To be honest the Irish and Catholics and anyone who wanted to enjoy himself didn’t feel ever so protected, but that’s another story.

So we try to pick out the best bits, the interesting characters, the little stories, like the baby in the bedpan and sometimes, it has to be admitted, the gory bits. We use videos and pictures as well as talk and, where I can, I twist someone’s arm to do a stint on a related subject. And if the new Stuart group members are half as good as the Plantagenets were, they won’t let me down.

Second and fourth Monday at 10 am, starting Septem ber 11th at Monk Bretton Methodist Church. If you COORDINATORS need help with transport, let me know. Did you know that you can be Beth Rudkin, Coordinator responsible for updating your own page on the BU3A web site? You can add photos, post schedules and reports, diary dates – it’s your page to com plete as you wish.

Please contact David Lambert, Website Officer for further information

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We meet on the first Tuesday of the month at Birdwell Community Centre. New members are very wel- come. The dates show the month the book will be discussed after having read it.

September 5 Empress Orchid by Anchee Min This book has lived unread on one of my book shelves for many years, so I was very pleased when Pat Wassell suggested that we read it. Based on the story of China’s last Empress, it has been described as an engrossing story, for the Empress was a charismatic woman who came from an impoverished aristo- cratic family.

October 3 Conclave by Robert Harris The subject of this book is a Conclave to elect a new Pope; it seems an unlikely theme and setting but is said to be a gripping and well researched story. It is a fascinating insight into the Vatican and its secretive ways.

November 7 The French Gardener by Santa Montefiore Another of Pat’s suggestions. A reviewer of this book thought it an engaging story which centres on a magnificent country garden which had been neglected.

December 5 Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult One reviewer said of this book ‘This was such a clear insight into the suffering of Afro Americans. All the characters were well portrayed. A page turner right from the start’.

And to end…….This quote seen in a used book shop in Craven Arms, Shropshire, caught my attention recently. I thought you readers might like it: ‘Between the pages of a book is a lovely place to be!’

Gloria King (Co-ordinator)

Spanish Language and Culture: Hola!

If you would like to acquire a good working knowledge of the Spanish language in a short time, then come and join the Spanish Group at Alder Close, Mapplewell at 10.00am on 14th and 28th September and fortnightly thereafter.

The course we are studying is in two parts; firstly, a Hugo Spanish Course comprising of 2 books and 6 CDs. Hugo Spanish, in 3 months, helps you build vocabulary through word lists, key phrases and model sentences; and develop conversation skills through exercises based on real-life scenarios.

The 2nd part of Hugo Advanced Spanish is designed for those who already have a basic knowledge of Spanish and a small core vocabulary and now wish to continue studies with a view to becoming more proficient and confident.

This part of the course will also focus on the history and culture of the people and regional aspects of both Spain and Latin America e.g. Catalonia - Gaudi and Dali; Anda- lucía – Flamenco; Mexico - the Mayan city of Palenque; Ec- uador and the Galapagos islands and many others.

If any of the above is of interest please contact Mike Nevins the Co-ordinator who will provide more detail of our friendly and sociable group: details found in the Con- tact List.

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BU3A goes National

Sue Stokes, Buzz Editor, has been appointed as the Regional Trustee for Yorkshire and The Humber. She will sit on the Third Age Trust’s National Executive Com- mittee. Sue will continue to help with the start-up of new U3As in the region as well as supporting the existing 47 U3As.

YORKSHIRE AIR AMBULANCE

In August we were treated to a talk by the Yorkshire Air Ambulance Fundraiser. One helicopter is based in South York shire, flying out from near Nostell Priory. Did you know they need £4.4millon per year to keep their fleet available to help take seriously injured people to hospital? Many members took the op portunity of financially supporting this worthy cause.

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Autumn 2017 Barnsley & District U3A Page 25 THEATRE GROUP

We started 2017 with a visit to Leeds in January to see Strictly Ballroom, The Musical. The following weekend we were delighted when our founders, Den- nis and Hazel Avison, joined us to see “Annie Get Your Gun” in Sheffield – in fact, the Theatre Group will be 20 years old next year! A New Year party saw resolutions to “trim down a bit” aban- can act, sing, dance and play multiple doned early when we met to review the musical instru ments. They write their two musicals and the ballet “Swan own musical plays and have a rare sense of comedy. Lake”; some members performed their party pieces and, of course, we enjoyed In our meetings at Priory we’ve enjoyed a “fuddle”. audio visual presentations about Sammy

Two weeks later we arranged a pro- Davies, Mark Rylance, Cole Porter, gramme of theatre visits and booked Stephen Sondheim, Peter Ustinov, Michael our tickets with Avril. Some members Caine, Tom Hiddleston, a preview of volunteered to preview a show or pre- Cyrano de Bergerac. Recently, of course, sent a profile of an actor or writer; oth- we devoted an evening to commemorat- ers offered to coordinate a themed eve- ing the bicentenary of Jane Austen’s ning or quiz – these are our ways of death in our own way. We’ve had hilari- learning from each other about live ous review meetings when we offer our theatre. critique of whatever we have been to see. These evenings can get a bit boisterous In February we saw The Royal Opera’s when opinions differ! production of Madame Butterfly when it As I write we anticipate our indoor Sum- was streamed live from Covent Garden rd to our Parkway cinema – it has become mer Picnic at Priory on August 3 when a meeting place where we see the Op- Marione will organise one of her theatre era/Classical Music group members and quizzes. This involves all manner of usually some Choir folk too. strange behaviour and performances by some people, and a lot of head scratching Another visit was to the cinema in and discussion by others to try to guess Wakefield to see a live transmission of who or what is being portrayed – great “The Tempest” from Stratford upon fun, and a prize is promised for the win- Avon. More ballet followed with Mat- ner! Janet will present a profile of David thew Bourne’s “The Red Shoes” live on Tenant on August 17 th . stage in Sheffield where we also saw an excellent production of “The Curious In September a free backstage tour of the Incident of the Dog in the Night.” West Yorkshire Playhouse has been ar- ranged by Avril, after which some mem- June arranged a “Mothers’ Day/ bers will stay to see the Northern Ballet’s Mothering Sunday” themed evening in “The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas”. “Crazy March, and we had a delightful experi- for You” is a sell out in Sheffield later in ence at Emmanuel Church watching the the season but some lucky folk got tickets famous Mikron Theatre Company’s “Best for a group visit. Also in September we Foot Forward”, all about the YHA. They shall have another planning evening for are the only theatre company to travel the coming season when the new bro- around Britain in a narrow boat, putting chures are available. on shows and are excellent. They are very talented and versatile people who John Dawson, Coordinator

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STRICTLY BU3A DANCERS

Wednesday 14th June and the big day has arrived. We are off to the Blackpool Tower Ball room. Some of us have visited this venue many times but for some, like me, it is the first time.

The bus picked us up at Monk Bretton church, (an excellent place as this meant we could use their car park) at 9.00am. When I arrived I was amazed at some of the lovely dresses some of the dancers were already wearing, and some had large bags containing all their finery.

So we set off, quite excited really. I had compiled two quizzes for the group, one too easy and one too difficult, but whoever won, the prize of a bottle of wine was very ac ceptable. I looked for the tower from about the M62. I have not been to Blackpool for many years but everyone else knew we would not see it until we were much nearer.

The Tower Ballroom gave us such a good deal, it should have cost £9.75 but because I had blocked booked for everyone we only paid £6.00. The Ballroom is a splendid place, does need some renovation but it has a great atmosphere.

As soon as we arrived I looked for the organist and explained we were from Barnsley U3A and gave him a list of all the dances we knew. Of course some of our dancers are much more proficient, dancing some other evenings and afternoons with other groups, but for me the list is everything. We were very lucky I don't think there was another group as big as ours so they played our list all day, meaning we were up on that magic dance floor most of the time. It was interesting watching some of the regular dancers and the different variations they did on the dances we knew.

All too soon it was time to leave well we left with the last organist and returned to our bus for the journey home. We were all happy with how the day had gone and also pleased with ourselves at our dancing prowess.

I forgot to mention the best thing of the day for me to show their appreciation for me or ganising the trip, the group bought me a fabulous bouquet and Jo (card maker extraordi naire) made a very personalised card for me, something I will treasure. How lovely is that! Another great day out for this super group.

Co-ordinators: Denise Tel: 01226 212336 Frank Tel: 01226 235422 We travel to nearly all venues mainly by train with support from local buses. Date Venue Saturday 16th September East Riddlesden Hall, Keighley, West Yorkshire Saturday 14th October Tadcaster Saturday 11th November Haworth Christmas Saturday 16th December Halifax Piece Hall

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A Couple of Nature Notes Readers may remember that the summer Buzz in cluded a photograph of a sighting of a rare (to the UK) night heron, seen by us in Shrewsbury. As a followup to this, a recent press report announced that a pair of these birds had successfully bred in Somerset, the first known example for this heron, unusual in that it feeds at night hence its name. And to add to the attractions of our wonderful Yorkshire Sculpture Park, visitors this summer may have been impressed by the number and species of butterflies to be seen across the Park. These included Red Admirals, Meadow Browns, Commas, Small Tortoiseshells, Gatekeepers, Small Whites, Greenveined Whites, Pea cocks, Speckled Woods and Holly Blues several of these in good numbers. Martin E King

NATUREQUEST

September 14th Seckar Wood, Seckar Lane, Woolley WF4 2LE. Car Park on left of Seckar Lane 0.25 miles from A61. Map Ref SE 328139 October 12th Silverwood - Car Park at entrance to Silverwood Scout Camp on A628 Barnsley Rd, Silkstone. On left approx 0.25miles from The Fairway roundabout. Map Ref SE 299057 November 9th Greno Woods - Car Park on Woodhead Road, Grenoside 0.5 miles north of The Old Red Lion, Grenoside S35 8PR Map Ref SK 324952. December No meeting - Happy Christmas.

Meet for a start at 1.30pm Tony Hunt, Coordinator The Birdwatching Group.

September 11th Fairburn Ings RSPB nature reserve. Meet in the car park from 9.45am. October 9th Parkhill Brickworks Local nature reserve, Wombwell. 9.30am on Parkhill Road Wombwell S73 0BE November 13th Wentworth village. Meet near the church at 9.30am December 11th The Riversmeet cafe after a walk around Swillington Lakes, near St Aidan's RSPB Reserve

The Birdwatching Group continues to meet regularly and we are usually lucky in our sightings. Adwick RSPB did not disappoint in June. In July we visited Elsecar Park and the reservoir for the first time as a group; we thought we saw a juvenile goldcrest, a sighting disputed by a frequent "twitcher" to the area, but there was no disputing that in quick succession a tree creeper, great spotted woodpecker and a nuthatch all alighted on a silver birch near the feeders as we finished our walk for the morning!

I am writing this before the Group goes to Old Moor which is a quite spectacular local place for bird watchers and nature lovers, where bitterns have bred again this year. We are hoping that the spoonbills are still at Fairburn when we visit in September; a breeding first for the north of England and rare in the UK I believe.

Gillian Richardson, Coordinator

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Travel Group trip to Cornwall June 10th to 16 th 2018

We will be travelling by Yorkshire Rose coach to the Priory Lodge Hotel in Newquay where we will be based for our 7 day/6 night stay.

Excursions will include a day in St Ives which is a seemingly subtropical oasis where the beaches are golden, the vegetation lush and the light piercingly bright. It sounds like an ideal place for the serious photographer as well as those of us who just enjoy taking snapshots.

The town has been attracting artists for decades who visit to cap- ture the area’s natural beauty. Whilst in St Ives you could take the opportunity to visit the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Gar- dens. This was opened in 1976 and has been owned and run by the Tate since 1980. It contains the largest group of Hepworth’s works.

Another traditional Cornish town is Port Isaac where the TV series Doc Martin was filmed. Port Isaac has been an attractive fishing village since the 14 th century. Its narrow winding streets are lined with white-washed cottages and traditional gran- ite, slate fronted Cornish houses. The town is also renowned for having one of the narrowest thoroughfares in Britain – the aptly named Squeezy Belly Alley. Surely a place to visit.

The nature lovers and gardening members of our U3A might enjoy a visit to the Eden Project. The project is nestled in a huge crater. Here, massive Biomes housing the largest rainforest in captivity, stunning plants, exhibitions and stories serve as a backdrop to our striking contemporary gardens, summer concerts and exciting year-round family events.

Why not come along and join in with this trip where you will visit beautiful places with wonderful people (U3A members). Double or twin rooms are £379 per person on a half board basis. Single supplement is £60. There are a limited number of rooms for single occupancy and they are all on the second floor. Be advised that there is no lift at this hotel. The hotel also has a swimming pool, sauna and solarium.

A deposit of £30 per person is required to secure a booking.

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This list uses timetables available at time of going to print but routes and timings can change at short notice. If an alternative walk has to be submitted, it will use a bus journey from original meeting place at the same meeting time. In case of inclement weather please telephone early either Marjorie Wallace (723399) or Anne Swann (241200). It is recommended that good footwear be worn and if required the use of one or two walk ing poles. It is also advisable to bring a drink and a piece of energy food with you.

DATE LEADER DETAILS 7th Marj Wallace Meet at Barnsley Bus Station for 10.10 bus, route 57, stand 13, to Royston. Mau Sept reen Fenton will escort everyone on the bus as Marjorie will join you at Carlton. Walk from Carlton Academy via TPT and canal to Royston Rabbit Ings Country Park for a circular walk of the former Monkton Colliery site, with spectacular views over Barnsley and surrounding areas. Regular buses return to Barnsley from Midland Road. (34 miles). 21 Marj Wallace Meet at Train Station Ticket Office at 9.55 to purchase ticket for 10.14 fast Sept & Anne train to Sheffield. Supertram to Rother Valley Country Park. Swann Walk around the lakes. Bring a packed lunch or this can be purchased at the Cafe. Reverse return journey to Barnsley arriving approximately 3.30 pm.

5 Oct Anne Swann Meet at Barnsley Bus Station for 10.21 bus, route 27, stand 14, to Brierley. & Marj New Walk: Walk from Grange Road to path around boundary of former Willow Wallace garth School to Addey Bottoms. Continue on to The Dell Nature Reserve, then towards Brierley Manor and Burntwood Sports Centre and then head to Brierley village. (4.5 miles). Return buses from Brierley at 52 minutes past the hour.

19 Oct Alan Street Meet at Barnsley Train Station Ticket Office at 9.45 am in order to purchase ticket for 10.01 Huddersfield Train on Platform 2 to Dodworth. New Walk: Follow footpath from station to Silkstone Golf Course. Walk along the edge of Hugset Wood to Barnby Furnace then follow bridleway to Pot House Hamlet where refreshments are available. Buses to return to Barnsley. (5 miles)

2 Nov Marj Wallace Meet at Barnsley Bus Station for 10.26 bus, route 32, stand 6, to Pontefract & Anne Road. Swann New Walk: Monk Bretton Priory Walk Walking through Dearne Valley Coun try Park and Grange Lane Events Area to cross the Sunny Bank Viaduct to Lund Lane where we will move to the TPT with views of Monk Bretton Priory before returning to Grange Lane. (4 miles) Refreshments available at Priory Campus. Frequent return buses to Barnsley from Lundwood.

16 Nov Anne Swann Meet at Barnsley Bus Station for 10.25 bus, route 226, stand 18, to Pon & Marj tefract Road, Brampton. Wallace New Walk: Elsecar Greenway Walk Join TPT at Pontefract Road and follow Elsecar Greenway path beside the canal to Elsecar Heritage Centre where lunch can be purchased (or bring sandwiches) before the return journey. (5.5 miles) Return buses to Barnsley from Rotherham Road.

7 Dec Maureen Meet at Barnsley Train Station Ticket Office at 9.45 am in order to purchase Fenton ticket for 10.01 Huddersfield Train on Platform 2 to Silkstone Common. Walk to TPT, following footpath to Silkstone Village via Blacker Lane and on to the Potting Shed for our Christmas Lunch. (34 miles) Buses 20, 21, 21a for return journey to Barnsley (10 past hr) NB This will be the last walk for this year. 18 Jan Anne Swann Meet at Barnsley Bus Station for 10.25 bus, route 226, stand 18 to Stairfoot 2018 & Marj Tesco. Wallace Walk along TPT to Cundy Cross, then cross Grange Lane to pick up Dearne Trail via Hoyle Mill to Barnsley Asda. Refreshments available at Asda or in town. (4 miles)

Autumn 2017 Barnsley & District U3A Page 31 Long Walk Schedule for Autumn 2017

Date Leaders Meeting Place Walking Area Miles

28 th Andy Atkinson Meet at 9:30am at Langsett Linear walk from Holme 12 Sept. & John Sands Barn car park for car share to Moss to Langsett via top of Holme Moss car park. Ramsden Clough & MapOL1 Grid Ref. 212 004 Thurlestone Moor. 12th Andy Atkinson Meet for 10:00 am start at lay Derwent Edge to Lost Lad 10 Oct . & Brian Smyth by on A57 above Cutthroat descending to Ladybower Bridge. Reservoir, returning via MapOL1 Grid Ref. 217 874 Grindle Ascent 1970 ft. An extra walk More challenging than usual

26 th Brian Smyth & Meet for 10:00 am start at Calton Lees, Edensor, 10 Oct. Mick Mosforth Calton Lees car park (fee pay.) Chatsworth Park, Hunting MapOL24 Grid Ref. 257 682 Tower & Beeley Hilltop. Ascent 1400 ft. 23 Tony Hunt Meet for 10:00 am start at Wombwell Ings, Darfield, 9 Nov. Netherwood Country Park, Bolton Ings, Manvers Wombwell, S73 8HR. Lake, return on TSP. Lunch at Bluebell Inn, Map278 Grid Ref. 396 040 Manvers Way (6 miles). 28 Brian & Carole Meet for 10:00 start at West Yorkshire Sculpture Park 7 Dec. Smyth Bretton Village Hall car park circular. (fee payable) Map278 Grid Ref. 287 138 Ascent 600 ft.

Thursday Walking Group dates Sept Dec 2017 Date Leader Walk area Meeting place Distance Sept 7th Pat/Jean Ardsley Monk Bretton 6/7 Priory CP Sept 21st Denise/Mick Wharncliffe TPT Wortley 6 Crags Oct 5th Rae/Kathryn Denby Dale Upper Denby 6 Church Oct 19th Denise /Jean Penistone Paramount Cin 6 ema CP Nov 2nd Nuala/Rod High Hoyland Near Cherry 6 Tree pub Nov 16th Linda/Michael Farnley Tyas Butts lane , left 5 past Golden Cock pub Nov 30th Carole/Brian Emley Small CP 6 opposite Londis Emley Cross Dec 7th Margaret/Andy Holme Holme village 6 Dec 21st Jean Mince pie walk Wortley TPT 5

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Co-ordinators: Helen and Syd Swift (email: [email protected]. Tel: 01226 385454) All walks will meet at 09:45 am for a 10 am start and will be approximately 5 to 6 miles long. We estimate that they will be completed by 1:00 pm. The walks vary in severity so please do check with the leader if you have any concerns about suitability. There is usually a nearby refreshment venue if members wish to socialise after the walk. Unfortunately, we have reached full capacity and are unable to take new members at this present time. Meeting Place Walking Area Leader/s 12 Yellow Car Park, Debenhams, Meadowhall Sheffield Canal and Dave Sept (downstairs). Walk across road and meet Locks (8 miles). Flat Fawcett at Source Academy Building, S19 1EA walk of 4 miles each way Refreshments: Local café with café in between. Possible tram back to Debenhams after café stop. 26 Pottery Ponds, Blackamoor Road, Swinton, Pottery Ponds area Lynda Sept S64 8UX. Travel either via Wentworth or Woodlands and fields, a Wombwell (Details to be provided). Re- couple of stiles and one freshments: Victoria Park, Rawmarsh. uphill section. Café sells 'real coffee', cakes and ice cream. Toilets available. We will be tak- ing a longer break. (Note: Bacon Sand- wiches can be pre-ordered from café be- fore we get to the park )

10 Oct Rivelin Valley car park, Rivelin Valley Rivelin Valley Chris and Road, Hillsborough, Sheffield S6 5FE Ron (Pass Fire Station on your right look out for car park on your left. Difficult to find so someone will be stood outside to di- rect). Refreshments: Local Café

24 Oct High Street, Gawthorpe. WF5 9QS Gawthorpe to Pam and Park near the Maypole Kirkhamgate. The walk Dot Refreshments: Local Café takes in part of the Wakefield Way and the Rhubarb Triangle (5.6 miles) 7 Nov The Boat Inn, Nursery Lane, Lower Sprot- Sprotbrough Dave brough, Doncaster DN5 7NB Fawcett Refreshments: Boat Inn 21 Nov Black Bull, 21 Bar Lane, Midgley, Wake- Midgley and surrounding Carmel and field WF4 4JJ area Pauline Refreshments: Black Bull 5 Dec The Station Inn, 1 Knabbs Ln, Silkstone Silkstone Common David Common, S75 4RB. Please note parking is Maddox restricted so park locally. Refreshments: Station Inn Christmas Buf- fet, £5 per person -to be booked and paid for in advance.

19 Dec No Walks 2 Jan MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL TUESDAY WALKERS

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Date Leader Walk Meeting place @ 10am st 1 September Stella Ekins Millhouse Green Cycle Penistone (on trail) S36 6DT

th 15 September Suzanne Langsett Langsett Car Park Goodman S36 4GY th 6 October Pauline Haigh & Penistone Julie’s Café Carmel Murray (near Tesco) S36 th 20 October Jan & Alan Morehall/ TBA Jevons Stocksbridge

rd 3 November Pauline Silkstone Common Silkstone Common Masheder Railway Station Car Park

th 17 November Tbc st 1 December Tbc th 15 December Tbc

All walks about 4 miles. Contact Sue Green 01226 762409

“Stitches” ……………..invite you to their

Coffee Morning at Emmanuel Church on Friday 17th November 10 am—12 noon £2 entrance for coffee and refreshments.

Many handmade items for sale. Come and buy your Christmas presents [or just treat yourself] All proceeds to Barnsley Hospice

Please come and help us make our efforts worth while...

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As usual many thanks to all our walk leaders for a diverse and interesting selection of walks. Please contact Dave Webber or David Osborne (numbers on contact list) if you are interested in joining the group. Date Meeting Place Walking Area Leader/s

6th Sept Emley Football Club car Emley Village Dave and Helen park off Upper Lane, Webber Emley, HD5 9RE 13th Sept Cubley Hall car park Roughbirchworth Pauline Rowland

20th Sept TPT car park, Wortley Green Moor/Hunshelf Dave and Carole Bank/Huthwaite Hall Osborne 27th Sept Millers Dale car park, Cheedale, Derbyshire Dave and Helen Wormhill, SK17 8SN Derby- Car sharing/details Webber shire later 4th Oct Lord Nelson car park, Hoy- Hoylandswaine area Sheila Metcalfe landswaine 11th Oct Ladybower reservoir bridge Ladybower area Trish Addy on A57 18th Oct St Saviour’s Church, Man- Royd Moor reservoir Dave and Helen chester Road, Thurlstone, Tea/coffee and ... in Webber S36 9QP church after walk. 25th Oct Underbank Activity Centre Underbank, Sheffield Rod Coysh Car Park, Oaks Lane. S36 4GH 8th Nov Heath Common car park, Stanley Fields area Dave and Carole Wakefield WF1 5SL Osborne 15th Nov Waggon and Horses, Ox- Oxspring area Jose Firth spring 22nd Nov Meadowhall Five Weirs walk into David Fawcett (bus pass needed) Sheffield. Return by tram 29th Nov Wortley Arms, Wortley Wortley area Dave and Carole Christmas lunch venue Osborne 6th Dec West Bretton village hall, West Bretton and Dave Allaway West Bretton Yorkshire Sculpture park area 13th Dec Seckar Woods car park, Newmillerdam and Pauline Haigh Seckar Lane, Wakefield Seckar Woods 20th Dec Silkstone garage car park Silkstone and Judith Andrews Cawthorne

A Sunday School teacher was encouraging her class to share their beliefs about God. “Who is God, Daniel” she asked. Daniel furrowed his brow and thought for a moment or two. Suddenly his face brightened and with a smile he said, “I think God is the man who saved the Queen.”

Autumn 2017 Barnsley & District U3A Page 35 VENUE AND BUS INFORMATION

VENUE BUS STAND

AGE UK BARNSLEY, 36a Queens Road, Barnsley S71 1AR

ALDER CLOSE COMMUNITY CENTRE: Off Longsight Road, Mapplewell S75 6JA 1 10

ARDSLEY BOWLING CLUB:Coronation Terrace,Off Doncaster Rd, Ardsley 219 21 S715BE ARDSLEY OAKS WMC: 680 Doncaster Rd, Ardsley, Barnsley S71 5EF 219 21

BARNSLEY BOWL: Carlton Road, Barnsley S71 2AZ 57 14

BIRDWELL COMMUNITY CENTRE: Rockingham Street, Birdwell S70 5TQ 265 1

BURTON GRANGE COMMUNITY CENTRE: Wike Road, Lundwood S71 5LT 32 16

CUDWORTH METHODIST CHURCH: Barnsley Road, Cudworth, S72 8SU 26 17

DARTON PARISH HALL: Church St, Darton, Barnsley S75 5HF 93 5

DODWORTH LIBRARY: High Street, Dodworth, Barnsley, S75 3RF 21 8

DODWORTH MINERS WELFARE CLUB: High Street, Dodworth S75 3RF 20 8

EMMANUEL CHURCH: Huddersfield Road, Barnsley S75 1DT 95 5

KING STREET FLATS: Waltham Street, Barnsley, S70 1JU 22X / 6 18 /17

MANOR COURT COMMUNITY CENTRE: Westend Ave, Royston, S71 4LN 57 14

MONK BRETTON METHODIST CHURCH: High St, Monk Bretton, S71 2PJ 31 13

PENISTONE BOWLING CLUB, Back Lane, Penistone S36 6DW

PRIORY CAMPUS: Pontefract Road, Lundwood, Barnsley S75 5PN 27 17

ST JOHN’S COMMUNITY CENTRE, Church St, Penistone S36 6AR

ST THOMAS’S COMMUNITY CENTRE: Church St, Gawber, Barnsley S75 2RJ 92/93 4

STOCKSBRIDGE LEISURE CENTRE: Moorland Drive, Stocksbridge, S36 1EG 23 7

STAIRFOOT CONSTITUTIONAL CLUB: 466 Doncaster Road, Barnsley S70 3PW 222/226/ 18/19 X19 TESCOs: Wombwell Lane, Stairfoot, Barnsley S70 3NS 22x 18

VALLEY COMMUNITY CENTRE: Manor Road, Cudworth, Barnsley S72 8DG 26 17

WESLEYAN REFORM CHURCH: Spark Lane, Mapplewell S75 6AA 1 10

WOMBWELL METHODIST CHURCH: Summer Lane, Wombwell, S73 8HE 22 18

WORSBROUGH BRIDGE SOCIAL CLUB:3 Walbrook, Worsbrough Bridge S70 5EJ 8 3

WORSBROUGH LIBRARY: Elm House Estate, Queensway,Worsbrough S70 5EN. 8 3

Please remember.

Before attending a new group, please contact the Coordinator to check there is room in the group for you, and to confirm the time and venue. If you regularly attend a group and are unable to be there, please let the Coordinator know.

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Indicates* that a group is full on this particular Provided by a Vicar to BARNSLEY &DISTRICT U3A GROUPS SEPTEMBER - DECEMB Pam Clayton MONDAY Bird Watching Book Forum MakingBread Course Card Making Cosmology Country (G1) Dancing Bowling Crown Green Family History * Gelatology (Humour) History (Stuarts) Link Up Group HistoryLocal MeetingMonthly Photography Group Recorder Snooker Chi Tai Pin BowlingTen Whist

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