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u3a Online Events September

We return to a jam packed schedule,
with the return of Artificial Intelligence News
and Mindfulness and Meditation Continuation sessions

Dear <<First Name>>

Thank you for signing up to receive information about the u3a national learning offering. We hope you enjoy September's events.

Please use the blue buttons which say 'Go to Online Events' below or at the bottom of this email to book our online events.

This is Katie's last mailing as she has now left the Trust, and she would like to thank you all for your attendance, questions and engagement at online events over the past few years. We welcome two new learning officers soon who you will be introduced to next month.

Thank you from Janine and Katie
u3a Learning Team
learning@u3a.org.uk
0208 466 6139

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Online Events Schedule - September

Flight Inspirations Aviation Meeting: WWI Aviation
Tuesday 3 September at 10am

Sally Ferrers will present a briefing on WWI aviation and its revolutionary effect on warfare.

u3a YOGA NETWORK for group leaders: Online Workshop
Monday 9 September at 10am

Yoga group leaders can join this practical and interactive session, facilitated by Patricia Hamilton, u3a Yoga Subject Adviser.

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Mods Versus Rockers: A 1960s 'Moral Panic'?
Thursday 12 September at 2pm

In the early 1960s, most young people defined themselves as either ‘mods’ or ‘rockers’. This talk charts the development of this phenomenon.

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City Streets, Scottish Islands and Silhouetted Hills: Bet Low (1924-2007)
Friday 13 September at 2pm

Join Hildegarde Berwick, Glasgow Southside u3a, for a talk on artist Bet Low, known for her landscape scenes of Scottish islands.

Laughter Yoga with Judith - September
Wednesday 11 September at 10am

Laughter Yoga combines hearty laughter exercises with deep yoga-style breathing (pranayama). Hosted by Judith Anne Walker of Edinburgh u3a

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Exploring World Faiths: Charity
Monday 16 September at 10am

The International Day of Charity occurs on 5th September. Charity is an important part of many faiths, which we'll discuss today.

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Staying Safe Online - A u3a Presentation with Q&A
Tuesday 17 September at 10am

Keeping you safe in an electronic age: A repeat talk by Barry Linton of Thorpe Bay u3a.

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Mindfulness and Meditation Continuation Session: September
Thursday 19 September at 10am

Join us each month as we continue the practices introduced in the Mindfulness and Meditation Series, and introduce new ones.

Artificial Intelligence News: September
Monday 23 September at 2pm

An update from the u3a AI project team on what we have learnt about u3a members' interests in AI. Speakers include Professor David Westhead.

Introduction to Cryptic Crosswords
Tuesday 24 September at 10am

Try your hand at solving cryptic clues on this two-hour taster session with Henry Howarth, u3a Subject Adviser for Cryptic Crosswords.

Laughter Yoga with Merrie Maggie - June
Tuesday 24 September at 3.30pm

Bring more joy and laughter to your life with Laughter Yoga - an aerobic exercise with playful exercises combined with deep yogic breathing

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Mindfulness and Meditation Series
Wednesdays at 10am for 6 weeks, starting Wednesday 25 September at 10am

We welcome back the six week course of Mindfulness and Meditation led by members of Sheffield u3a Mindful Ageing Group John, Mike and Ruth.

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A flavour of what's coming up in October (and available for booking)

The unification of the British Isles by Martin Eales, Thursday 3 October at 2pm
Van Gogh: My Journey through the Places he painted by Peter Webb, Friday 4 October at 2pm

Paint or Draw

We just wanted to share some of the lovely Summer artwork that has come through to the u3a Paint or Draw gallery. Here the artistic talents of our members are showcased with a new theme every couple of months.

View the full gallery and enter.

Clockwise from top left: 'Frolicking in the Sea' by Susan of Bridlington u3a, 'A walk on the beach with the dogs' by Mary of Wilmslow u3a, 'Dawn in the Bay' by Dennis of Northallerton u3a and 'The Beach' by Janet of Bradford-on-Avon u3a.

Beginners' Bridge Online

Would you like to learn how to play Bridge, through online classes? If you're comfortable using your computer for learning materials and practice sessions, this opportunity might interest you. u3a Subject Adviser for Bridge Steve Carter is running an online programme, which begins with a 3-5 week online opportunity to learn 'Mini Bridge'. Find out more and express your interest using the blue button below!

Read the Beginners' Bridge Factsheet and Express your Interest

Screenshot of Bridge being played.

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