In the Winter Newsletter we sent out in February, we advertised some free tickets to Kew Gardens for those of you who don’t already have your own Kew Gardens membership. GAS organised one trip in April and we now have a further 70 tickets to offer.We’re asking group leaders to liaise with their members and to fill in the form in the centre of this newsletter. Visits can be at any time until 31 October this year when our allocation expires. Please note: tickets allow general entry to Kew Gardens but not to any special exhibitions there at the time of your visit. Note, too, that these tickets are valid only for Kingston u3a members and you cannot bring along friends and family who are not members. Once you have been allocated a place, your group leader will receive confirmation and details of how to gain admission. If you are subsequently unable to use your allocation, please contact Francesca Cura: 07808 716224, secretary@kingstonu3a.org.uk
Surrey Network: Study Days Study days have been arranged in the coming months. Time: 10am-4pm (registration and login begin at 9.30am) Dates: See programme details below. Place: You can attend in person at the Menuhin Hall, Stoke d’Abernon or join online via Zoom. Cost (including tea/coffee biscuits): £12 for members and £15 for guests attending in person. Attendees should bring their own packed lunch. £5 for those attending via Zoom.
Surrey Network: Study Days
Study days have been arranged in the coming months.
Time: 10am-4pm (registration and login begin at 9.30am)
Dates: See programme details below.
Place: You can attend in person at the Menuhin Hall, Stoke d’Abernon or join online via Zoom.
Cost (including tea/coffee biscuits): £12 for members and £15 for guests attending in person. Attendees should bring their own packed lunch. £12 for those attending via Zoom.
Programme
- Science Day: Rainforests/Evolution and Music/Colour– Fri, 21 Jun
- Understanding AI and its Repercussions for Society, Now and in the Future – Fri, 20 Sep
- History of Photography and Modern Developments – Fri, 18 Oct
- Understanding Lowry: The Man, his Life and his Work – Fri,15 Nov
Some dates are already listed on the website for planned study days throughout 2025, although booking will not open until nearer the time. Study days are always on a Friday:
- 21 Mar: Exploring Johann Sebastian Bach’s St Matthew Passion
- 16 May: The Asian Century?
This information is also available on Surrey Network’s website.
London Region Summer Walks and Visits Programme, from 21st May 21st to 18th July, 2024:
Instead of the usual Summer School, this year we are offering an exciting programme of guided walks and visits to museums/galleries around central London. Click on this link to view the online Programme which includes information about each event, plus a direct link to the relevant online Booking Form: Each event, which is for u3a members only, is priced at just £10 per person (no refunds). Online booking is highly recommended to avoid delay and disappointment in booking confirmation.
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u3a Radio Podcast
Listen to our monthly radio series on our YouTube and podcast platforms. New episodes on the 17th of each month.
Meditation and Mindfulness 6 Week Series
We welcome back the six week course of Mindfulness and Meditation led by members of Sheffield u3a Mindful Ageing Group John, Mike and Ruth.
Every Monday at 11am from 3rd June to 8 July
Free – online via Zoom
Are you interested in learning about AI? This AI News session will be on People-centred AI.
Friday 21 June at 9.30am
Free – online via Zoom
Bring more joy and laughter to your life with Laughter Yoga – an aerobic exercise with playful exercises combined with deep yogic breathing
Tuesday 25 June at 3.30pm
Free – online via Zoom
Celestial marvels: Demystifying the Cosmos
Embark on a celestial journey with Catherine Stevenson of Newcastle u3a and other IGO members as we explores the wonders of the universe.
Wed 26 June at 11.30am
Free – online via Zoom
Darkness on the Edge of Town: Bruce Springsteen and the American dream
This is the last of a series of talks illustrating how the creative arts can enhance our wellbeing.
Thursday 27 June at 2pm
Free – online via Zoom
Flight Inspirations: The History of Royal Flying
Graham Laurie will deliver a compelling presentation on his remarkable career as the pilot for the Royal Family, sharing firsthand accounts from his extensive service with The Queen’s Flight.
Tuesday 2 July at 10am
Free – online via Zoom
Future Lives Webinar
Demystifying retirement housing: options and costs
Back by popular demand, Kathleen Dunmore gives us the next installment of all things retirement housing – including hidden costs and are they worth it.
Tuesday 2 July at 2pm
Free – online via Zoom
Rembrandt at 34: A Mirror to the Soul
Catherine Stevenson of Newcastle u3a presents the third in the series National Gallery Treasures to Celebrate its 200th Anniversary.
Friday 5 July at 11am
Free – online via Zoom
Live Cookery Demonstration – summer recipes
Thursday 11 July at 10.30am
Chef Alex from ‘Vegetarian for Life’ demos his delicious summer recipes live on Zoom, especially for u3a members.
Free – online via Zoom
The Harlem Renaissance 2
Join Irene Kyffin, London u3a, for the second in the series of talks on the Harlem Renaissance movement.
Friday 12 July at 2pm
Free – online via Zoom
Exploring World Faiths: Forgiveness
Global Forgiveness Day occurs on 7th July – we plan to explore the topic from a Baha’i, Jewish and Sikh perspective.
Free – online via Zoom
Boost your digital confidence: how to overcome your mobile or tablet issues
Learn more from AbilityNet’s expert trainer about some simple tips and tricks to use when things go wrong with your device.
Tuesday 16 July at 2pm
Free – online via Zoom
Laughter Yoga with Judith – July 2024
Laughter Yoga combines hearty laughter exercises with deep yoga-style breathing (pranayama). Hosted by Judith Anne Walker of Edinburgh u3a
Mindfulness and Meditation Continuation Session: July
Join us each month as we continue the practices introduced in the Mindfulness and Meditation Series, and introduce new ones.
Thursday 18 July at 10am
Free – online via Zoom
Numbers with Shapes with Dr Knott
Join Dr Ron Knott for a talk about square, triangular and oblong shapes of numbers and how geometry provides proofs.
Thu 25 Jul at 2pm
Free – online via Zoom
Modern Britain: A Story Told Through Stamps with Diana Laffin
This talk will explore what stamps reveal about the modern history of Britiain.
Friday 26 July at 2pm
Free – online via Zoom
Bollywood Laughter Yoga Dance
Judith Walker and Merrie Maggie offer a session of Bollywood Laughter Yoga Dance. Come and have a try!
Monday 29 July at 10am
Free – online via Zoom
Laughter Yoga with Merrie Maggie – July
Bring more joy and laughter to your life with Laughter Yoga – an aerobic exercise with playful exercises combined with deep yogic breathing
Tuesday 30 July at 3.30pm
Free – online via Zoom
u3a Festival 2024: 18-20 July u3a’s first national festival will run over three days at the University of York. There’ll be a wide variety of activities, talks, sporting events, musical entertainment and workshops. The organisers are keen to strengthen their musical offering so, if any of Kingston u3a’s singers or musicians would like to participate, please email festival@u3a.org.uk. You can find more details about events, accommodation (Airbnb, guest houses and hotels), costs and regular updates about this on the national festival’s website.