International News: U3A in Kazakhstan 2020
As part of our regular posts from the International Committee, their contacts at Kazakhstan U3A talk about what they have been up to.
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Bromley All Hands Garden Group
Sandy Boden talks about Bromley U3A’s All Hands Gardening group which started earlier this year.
U3A Case Study: Angela
Angela Owen is our case study for the newsletter this month and she reflects on her experience being a U3A member.
Portuguese Group Thriving Online
Geoff Phoenix talks about how Steyning & District U3A’s Portuguese groups have benefited from moving online.
Seeking Happiness
David Thompson of Exeter U3A talks about a shared learning project with Exeter University looking into happiness.
Thank You!
Members across the u3a movement say thank you to the members who have helping them over the last few months.
News from the International Committee – September
Chair of the International Committee, Auriol Ainley, gives an update on what the International Committee have been up to over the last month.
Ealing u3a Zooming to the New Normal
Ed Baker talks about how Ealing u3a has adapted to using Zoom for monthly meetings.
Open Gardens
Margaret Fiddes from Sherburn and Villages u3a talks about how the Gardens group have started visiting each other’s gardens again.
Felt Making is Back
Jacqui Osley talks about restarting the felt making group she runs at Crouch End and District u3a.
Creating an Authentic 1930s Washing Line
Mary Corcoran talks about how Bolton u3a’s Stitch and Craft Group created an authentic 1930s washing line as part of a project with Bolton University.
Ledbury U3A During Lockdown
Jayne Wright discusses how Ledbury U3A has approached lockdown, which for many of its members has led to an increase in creativity.