This February why not learn something a little different?
Laughter Yoga starts monthly on 8 Feb,
we have a talk from Historic Environment Scotland,
and you can learn about the neurological condition Prosopagnosia.
In addition to the usual calendar of talks, we are asking for volunteers to help us deliver the u3a events programme. If you enjoy these events and have some time to offer, please get in touch!
We'd love it if you could share these with your local u3a, so have included a handy printable version at the bottom of this email. Please use the buttons at the top or bottom of this email to book.
February Events Schedule
Fashion and Sustainability
Join Helen Howard, Canterbury u3a, for an introduction to the environmental impact of textiles.
Fri 3 Feb at 2pm
Brain and Behaviour
Dr Bob Pullen of Prudhoe u3a joins us to look at how the 'old’ parts of our brain drive our basic behaviour, and how the ‘new’ parts of the brain can modify these basic drives.
Mon 6 Feb at 2pm
Mindfulness and Meditation Series
A six week course of Mindfulness and Meditation led by John, Mike and Ruth of the Sheffield u3a Mindful Ageing Group.
Tuesdays at 10am - 7 Feb to 14 Mar
Highlights of the Royal Collection – Coins and Medals
Join Jeremy Cheek of Rother & District u3a, who was Numismatic Consultant to the Royal Collection for 8 years.
Tues 7 Feb 10am
Laughter Yoga for 2023
Join Judith of Edinburgh u3a for monthly Laughter Yoga sessions
Wed 8 Feb at 10am
Before the Lindisfarne Gospels
The Lindisfarne Gospels; what preceded them, and are they representative of earlier works?
Wed 8 Feb 10am
Breaking Down Family History Brick Walls
This talk, by Toni Neobard of Hawkwell Village u3a, is designed to help overcome family history problems and help with breaking down brick walls
Wed 8 Feb at 2pm
The Swan - its life, its nature and its future. Repeat event.
Join nature author, journalist and photographer Dan Keel for a 'lunch and learn' talk followed by Q&A on the swan. This is a repeat event.
Fri 10 Feb at 12pm
Mindfulness and Meditation Continuation Sessions
Join us on 16th Feb and monthly ongoing, to continue the practices introduced in the Mindfulness Series and introduce new ones.
3rd Thurs at 10am, monthly
The Highway Code changes: One year on
Join Richard Gladman, Head of Driving & Riding Standards at IAM RoadSmart as he takes us through the 2022 changes and what they mean for you
Wed 15 Feb at 10am
Historic Environment Scotland: Caring for our Heritage
Do you live in Scotland? Planning a visit? Join Historic Environment Scotland in this taster session.
Thurs 16 Feb at 2.30pm
Yiddish Theatre Abroad
Join Irene Kyffin, London u3a, for this talk exploring Yiddish Theatre in Eastern Europe, London and New York.
Fri 17 Feb at 2pm
Facing the World - The Neurological Condition Prosopagnosia
A talk from Jo Livingston of Bexley u3a about the inability to recognise familiar faces
Wed 22 Feb at 2pm
Below are the talks planned in early March, so you can get ahead with your planning!
Climate Change - A Narrow Path Away From The Brink
Are we really at the brink of climate disaster? Why and how did we get here? What needs to change? How might change finally begin?
You would be helping us provide our learning programme for u3a members by setting up events, helping with zoom hosting, and dealing with member enquiries. The role is adaptable to suit each individual.
Click this linkto view the role description and to find out how to apply.
We also have many projects and challengesfor u3a members to get involved in which are on our national initiatives page.
If you have a talk or workshop to offer, please contact us using the details below, we'd love to hear from you.
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Thank you from Georgia, Janine and Katie
u3a Learning Team events@u3a.org.uk
0208 466 6139
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