Mansfield and District U3A's June newsletter reports on a recent visit to the National Memorial Arboretum, other interest group activities and what's planned. http://www.mansfield-u3a.org.uk/

1. Mansfield and District U3A
Newsletter
Coffee Morning: Page 4
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Established 1999
HMRC Charity Registration No.: XT30525
June 2015
Website: www.mansfield-u3a.org.uk
Noticeboard: http://mansfieldu3a.blogspot.com
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2. Welcome from your chairman
WELCOME EVERYONE to our June meeting. Glorious June, Sunny June, the Start of
Summer? Let us hope so.
I would like to mention our News Letter, which is of a high standard, in no small part
thanks to the efforts of our members, new members included.
The copy passed on to the editor has never been better, so please continue to maintain
this as for the most part it is the only news some of our members receive.
June has in history some notable dates: The Glorious 1st of June 1794, when Lord Howe
vanquished the French fleet; who can forget that Waterloo was fought on June 18th
1815; June 19th is reputed to be the date of the sealing of Magna Carta in 1215; and
many, many more I am sure.
This will be the time when gardens start to flower and show their many qualities. On
Tuesday June 30th our Garden Visit Group is travelling to Tatton Park where the gardens
are reputed to be wonderful. Please take note of the date for the North Notts Neighbour-
hood Picnic; it is July 1st at Rufford Park, full details on our website.
We still need volunteers for the committee, particularly: a Business Secretary, owing to
the sad loss of Linda Spray; a Speaker Finder to take over from Marilyn and someone to
service the notice boards. Please consider these and if you are interested please contact
any of the committee for more information.
Holidays are in most of our thoughts; at the moment our Caravan and Motorhome group
is away in France, no doubt sampling the wine, our Holiday group is preparing for a trip to
the Lake District starting on June 22nd. I am sure many are planning holidays by them-
selves, but just remember do not put off these trips as the older we become the fewer
opportunities present themselves.
A reminder that we are proposing a new Constitution this year please take time to read
the proposed Constitution, it is available on our website and a copy is available at the
general meeting. A vote will be taken in September at the AGM to adopt it or not, it affects
all of us so please have a look at the draft.
Bob Longden
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In this issue
Page 2 Welcome.
Page 3 Holiday Updates. Theatre Visits Updates. Subscriptions (start).
Page 4 Subscriptions (end). Recent Events (Coffee Morning).
Page 5 - 8 Interest Groups meetings diary and Book Table (start).
Page 9 Book Table (end). Groups News (Visit to National Memorial Arboretum).
Page 10 Groups News (Read a Little Aloud, Art, Digital World & First Aid).
Page 11 Groups News (Holidays, Popular Music Appreciation & Luncheon Club).
Page 12 Dates for your diary and Notices
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3. Holiday updates
Penrith, Lake District – June 22nd - 26th
PASSENGERS getting on at the Redfern's Garage: please be there no later than 8.50am so that
the luggage can be loaded in time for the coach to arrive at Walkden Street by 9.10am. We need to
be leaving there no later than 9.30am. Please keep your fingers crossed for good weather!
Margaret Burlinson (01623 632538, marburl@lineone.net)
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Thoresby – January 18th - 22nd, 2016
I AM NOW accepting people who want to go on the waiting list only. No charge and no obligation to
take up an offer. As of Monday June 1st, there were 224 in the party so the odds are that someone
will be ill on the day. The cost is still £174 pp sharing and £214 single.
To see the current state of the bookings, please go to the Holiday section of the website or give me
a ring if you cannot get on-line (but before 9 pm please).
Terry Whitehead (01623 626991, 2015@whiteheaduk.plus.com) Updates on the website ...
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Theatre Visits updates
Anything Goes – Wed June 17th
This visit has been cancelled and I will give refunds at the June meeting.
Tom Jones – Wed July 14th
The annual theatre trip to Tolethorpe Hall. Cost is £24 (ticket & travel), leaving at 5.00pm from the
Odeon with a picnic supper. Contact Mike Allen.
Miss Saigon – Sept 7th/Tue 8th
Please pay your balance at the June meeting.
Classical Spectacular – Nov 19th & 20th
Please pay your balance in July or August.
Cheques payable to Mansfield and District U3A.
Shelia Whalley (01623 453908, jeansheila@btinternet.com)
Mike Allen (01623 653345, mikeallen@lichfieldave.freeserve.co.uk) Details on the website …
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Annual Subscriptions 2015/2016 – Reminder
OUR FINANCIAL YEAR ends on 31st July and annual subscriptions are due on or before the AGM
on September 15th.
Due to the generosity of our members in supporting our social events and the tax we have
reclaimed via the Gift Aid Scheme, we are yet again pleased to offer our members a refund of £2 on
next year’s subscriptions.
Existing members will therefore only pay £15 for next year. (Associate members: £11.50.)
Subscriptions for new members remain at £17. (New associate members: £13.50.)
Payment can be made any time between now and the September meeting so please let me have
your cheque when convenient, payable to Mansfield U3A. (Post-date to Sept. 15th if you wish.)
Please remind any friends who wish to renew their membership but are unable to attend the
monthly meetings to contact the treasurer or any committee member.
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4. Online Payment
For those members who use internet banking, why not pay your subscriptions ONLINE this year?
Details below:
Sort Code: 60-14-03. Account number: 40396835. Account name: Mansfield and District U3A.
Reference: Member’s surname. (For identification – this is most important.)
Thank you.
Pauline Boucher, Treasurer (pauline12boucher@yahoo.co.uk, 01623 644798)
New Treasurer
My term as treasurer comes to an end at the AGM in September and I'm
delighted that Yvonne Kennison has been co-opted onto the committee as
assistant treasurer until the AGM when she will be formally nominated.
We have been working together during the last few weeks and she is looking
forward to her new role. We all wish her well and I am confident that she will
receive the help and support from the committee and from members that I have
enjoyed over the last ten years.
She has been a member since 2013, has enjoyed the Writing for Pleasure
group and is learning to play Bridge with her husband Michael.
Pauline Boucher (pauline12boucher@yahoo.co.uk, 01623 644798)
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Recent Events
Coffee Morning
OVER 100 members attended our annual coffee morning, held once again at The Towers on
Botany Avenue. The event provided an opportunity for members to relax and chat with fellow
members and at the same time they raised £582.00 – a welcome boost to our funds.
Successful events like this don’t just happen and our thanks go to everyone concerned for their
hard work – those members who baked pies and cakes, grew and potted plants and stood and sold
tickets, and to all members who kindly donated prizes and gifts. Special thanks to the Social
Committee for organising the whole thing.
Finally, thanks to all those members who came along and made the whole event so enjoyable, and
gave so generously.
Pauline Boucher (pauline12boucher@yahoo.co.uk, 01623 644798) Photos on the website ...
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Key to Meetings details:
THE TABLE on the next four pages shows the day of the month, time and frequency using the first
two letters of the day, followed by numbers 1 - 5 to represent the week number. The final letter M (or
F, W or V) indicates that the group meets monthly, fortnightly, weekly or at variable intervals. So
'Tu2, 2.30 - V M' would mean a group meeting on the 2nd Tuesday at 2.30pm Monthly but with
Variable finish times.
The main Mansfield and District U3Ameetings are on the 3rd Tuesday of each month (exceptAugust
and December) at the Oakham Suite, 155 Nottingham Road, Mansfield from 10 am - 12.30 pm.
All members are invited to contact the relevant Group Leader if they would like to participate in any
interest group or attend an event. NB: * indicates a waiting list.
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5. Interest Group Meetings Meeting Places Leader/Contact
Afternoon Teas Sa1, 3 - 5 M Various Sheila Whalley
01623 453908
Next Meetings: July 4th – Dukeries Garden Centre; August 1st – TBA
Antiques and
Collectables *
Tu2, 10 - 12 M Stanhope Centre,
Bridge Street
Pat Blackwell
01623 481745
Next Meetings: TBA
Art We3, 10 - 1.00 M Big Barn Lane
Methodist Church,
Gordon Howlett
01623 627423
Next Meetings: June 17th – Botanical Drawing; July 15th – Possible site visit; Aug. 19th – A face
Art Appreciation Mo1, 2.00 - 4.00 M Stanhope Centre,
Bridge Street
Pauline Boucher
01623 644798
Next meetings: July 6th – The Victorians and Their Art
Beginners' Bridge
(With Ashfield U3A)
Mo, Various
6.30 - 9.00
Enviro Centre,
Derby Rd College,
Mansfield
Maxine Rose/Glenis
Carr 01623
459081/627735
Next Meetings: TBA (Also ACOL sessions at the Mechanics Institute – Thurs 10 - 12.30 W)
Bowls Th 1.30 - 3.30 W Mansfield Bowls
Club, Chesterfield
Road
Don Wright/Pat
Gunter 01623
628946/626250
Next Meetings: Every Thursday. £3.00. All welcome, inc. beginners, but flat / bowls shoes requ'd
Caravan & M'home
Rally
Various Various Terry Lammas
01623 471963
Next Meeting: May 21st/July 2nd – Trip to France
Chat and Stitch Mo3, 2.00 - 4.00 M St John's Centre,
Mansfield
Doreen Storer
01623 407731
Next Meetings: July 20th. No meeting in August.
Craft Workshop We4, 2.00 - 4.00 M Ruth Colley's home Ruth Colley
01623 472010
Next meetings: July 22nd – Feltwork
Current Affairs Tu2, 2.00 - 4.00 M St John's Centre,
Mansfield
Norma Shillinglaw
01623 466934
Next Meetings: July 14th. No meeting in August.
Digital World Fri2 & 4, 2.00 – 4.00
2/M
Foxglove,
Forest Town
David Ling
01623 822994
Next Meetings: June 26th; July 10th & 24th. No meeting in August
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6. Interest Group Meetings Meeting Place Leader/Contact
Family History Tu4, 10.00 - 12.00 M St John's Centre,
Mansfield
Max Clarke
01623 621744
Next Meetings: as per calendar
Film Studies * We1, 1.30 - V M Joy's home Joy Crowe
01623 645400
Next Meetings: July 1st
First Aid TBA Stanton Hill Baptist
Church, Albert St
Linda Leivers
01623 471963
Next Meetings: Wed. July 15th – Stanton Hill Baptist Church, 2.00 - 4.00pm. (FOC)
Garden Visits During the Summer Various Janet Whitlam
01623 635607
Next Visits: June 30th – Tatton Park (£22); Wed July 29th – Arley Hall (£22)
Gardening Tu1, 10.00 - 12.00 M St Peter's Centre,
Mansfield
Avril McGee
01623 452688
Next Meetings: July 7th – Yorkshire Lavender Visit; August 4th – Hollybeck Nurseries Local Visit
Golf Various Various Paul Mann
01623 615416
Next Meetings: Thurs June 25th – Oakmere Park 10.00 am for 10.30 tee-off.
History In abeyance William Kaye Hall,
Ladybrook Lane
TBA
Next Meetings: In abeyance
Holidays
(Home & Abroad)
Various TBA Margaret Burlinson
01623 632538
Next Holidays: Mon. June 22nd - Fri. 26th – Lake District
International Dining We2, 6.30 for 7.00 M Various Jacqui Hampshire
01623 239210
Next Meetings: June 10th – Coxmore Golf Club, Sutton-in-Ashfield; July 8th – Blue Chilli, Toothill
Lane
Local History * Fri1, 10.00 - 12.00 M Bridge Street
Methodist Church
Bob & Sue Longden
01623 486903
Next Meetings: July 3rd – Pinxton's Past by Graham Allin; No meeting in August
Luncheon Club Th after 3rd Tu,
12.00 - 2.00 M
Various David Ling
01623 822994
Next Meetings: June 18th – White Lion, Selston; July 23rd – The Waggon, Halam *;
No meeting in August
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7. Interest Group Meetings Meeting Place Leader/Contact
Movement to Music W 10.30 - 11.30 W St John's Church
Hall
Linda Leivers
01623 471963
Next Meetings: Weekly on Wednesdays. Cost £4.00 per session
Music Groups
Classical Music 2 Mo4, 2.00 - 4.00 M Members' homes Peter Hart
01623 620940
Next Meetings: June 22nd – The Bach Family at Mike's; July 27th – Romantic Period at Alan's
Music 2 * Mo4, 2.00 - 4.30 M Members' homes Eric Prescott
01623 631160
Next Meeting: As per calendar
Popular Music
Appreciation *
Tu4, 2.00 - 4.00 M St John's School,
Mansfield
Peter Haynes
01623 610886
Next Meetings: As per calendar
Pudding Club Tu1, 4.00 - 6.00 M Members' homes Sylvia Slack
01623 633981
Next Meetings: July 7th – at Sylvia's; August 4th – at Janet's; No meeting in September
Read a Little Aloud Fri2, 2.00 - 4.00 M St Peter's
Community Centre,
Bellamy Road
Sheila Haslam
01623 627764
Next Meetings: June 12th; July 10th; August 14th (prov.)
Reading 1 Th3, 2.00 - 4.00 M Peter Dawson's
home
Peter Dawson
01623 882191
Next Meetings: As per calendar
Reading 2 Tu3, 2.00 - 4.00 M Ravenshead Library Joan Hufton
01623 557488
Next Meetings: As per calendar
Science & Technical Tu1, 2.00 - 4.00 M Stanton Hill Baptist
Church, Skegby
Ian Boucher
01623 644798
Next Meetings: July 7th – Visit to Morgan Motor Co.*; August 4th – Local Visit, TBA
Scrabble * Mo2, 2.00 - 4.00 M Brenda Thurkettle's
home
Brenda Thurkettle
01623 628136
Next Meetings: As per calendar
Singing for Fun Tu, 5.45 - 7.15 F St Alban's Church,
Forest Town
June Fell
01623 623547
Next Meetings: June 23rd; July 7th & 21st. Concert: Sun. July 26th at St Albans (3pm)
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8. Interest Group Meetings Meeting Place Leader/Contact
Tai Chi Mo, 9.30 - 10.30 W St John's Centre,
Mansfield
Jean Kirk
01623 480207
Next Meetings: Every Monday
Theatre Visits Various Various Sheila Whalley
01623 45390
Next Visits: July 14th – Tom Jones (Stamford); Sept. 7th/8th – London visit
Walking Groups
Hikers
(all-day, 6 - 8 miles)
Th1 & Mo3, 9.30 - V
2/M
Tesco car park, off
Oak Tree Lane
Peter Thurkettle
01623 628136
Next Meetings: Thurs July 2nd – Heath; Mon 20th July – Baslow & Curbar; Thurs Aug 6th –
Dovedale / Milldale; Mon Aug 17th – Eyam
Shufflers
(short & gentle)
Th4, 12.00 - V M Various Sylvia Slack
01623 633981
Next Meetings: TBA
Strollers
(a leisurely 2 miles)
We2, 10.30 - V M Various Barbara Massey /
Marion Thornton
01623 628357/ 651528
Next Meetings: July 8th – Pleasley Pit Trail (top car park); Aug 12th – Harlow Wood (Cafe car p.)
Walkers
(an easy 4 - 5 miles)
We4, 10.30 - V M Various Joy & Nick Crowe
01623 645400
Next Meetings: June 24th – Calverton (Admiral Rodney Car park); July 22nd – Spa Ponds
Wine Appreciation 2 * We3, 7.30 - V M Members' homes Mike Allen
01623 653345
Next Meetings: June 17th – Summer Whites at Mike's; July 15th – ALDI & LIDL Whites at Ron &
Carol's
Wine Appreciation 3 * Tu4, 7.30 - V M Members' homes Graham Allin
01623 473662
Next Meetings: June 23rd – Chablis at Graham's; July 28th – Southern French Reds at Jill's
Writing for Pleasure * Mo2, 2.00 - 4.00 M Stanhope Centre,
Bridge Street
Mansfield
Sue Ford / Hilary
Miller 01623
844286 / 620067
Next Meetings: July 13th; Aug 10th
Book Table Report
SALE OF BOOKS in May raised £33.45, down because the amount of time available to sell was
reduced. The majority of sales take place before the meeting starts, during the break there are lots
of things to sign up for, cheques to pay out and even coffee to queue for.
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9. While Lilian is sorting the books, I have noticed there are quite a number of Bernard Cornwell in
stock. This is the author of the ‘Sharpe’ series of novels. Anyone who likes the Sharpe books may
be interested in the American Civil War series he wrote. All these are currently available and I think
they are excellent. Email for details.
Terry Whitehead (01623 626991, 2015@whiteheaduk.plus.com)
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Groups News
Visit to the National Memorial Arboretum
On May the 26th, a coach consisting of Family Historians and Antique Collectors visited the
National Memorial Arboretum at Alrewas, near Lichfield.
The site covers over 150 acres, and has over 300 thought provoking memorials and gardens,
dedicated to both military and civilian associations, along with tributes to individuals.
The day was fine, and after a cup of coffee, most of us visited the Millennium Chapel. Every day of
the year, a two-minute silence is observed at 11.00am, which is followed by a short introductory talk
about the Memorial Arboretum.
The whole site is enormous, so with a few exceptions, we all had a 50 minute ride on the Land
Train, which took us round most of the Arboretum, with a commentary as we passed the various
memorials. After this, we retired to the Arbour Restaurant for refreshment.
Suitably sustained, we all went on our separate ways to visit the different things that interested us.
The main, Armed Forces Memorial is built of
Portland stone, and has the carved names of
over 16,000 service men and women who
have lost their lives since the end of the
Second World War. A unique feature of this
memorial is that at 11.00am., on the 11th day
of the 11th month, a shaft of sunlight shines
through vertical slots on the inner and outer
walls and illuminates the bronze wreath in the
centre.
One of the most moving memorials is the
'Shot at Dawn' memorial. This remembers
over 300 soldiers who were executed in the
First World War for for 'cowardice and deser-
tion'. Most of them suffered from shell shock after enduring the awful conditions in the trenches.
One was for a 16 year old boy who had lied about his age to join the army and fight for his country!
Happily they all have been recently fully pardoned and exonerated posthumously.
The Far East Prisoner of War Memorial commemorates those who suffered in the Far East in the
Second World War. The Burma Railway Memorial is made up of 30 metres of original railway track
and sleepers.
None of us had time to see everything, but all in all we had a very thought-provoking and interesting
day.
Max Clarke (01623 621744, bridmax@btinternet.com) Photos on the website ...
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10. Read A Little Aloud
THE GROUP can take one or two more members, but then there will be a waiting list. It may be that
if present members let me know in time that they are unable to attend a session, I could contact
anyone waiting to have a 'taster'. Please note that the dates are now the second Friday in the
month from 2 to 4 pm at the St Peter's Community Centre, Bellamy Road.
So far, we have read excerpts from 'My Left Foot' by Christy Brown, which led to a discussion about
disability and how people cope with it, followed by two from 'Silas Marner' by George Eliot, which
raised views about the real values in life, and the raising of children, particularly with regard to
punishment.
Our future subjects include the themes of 'Shame' (featuring a delightful poem by Roger McGough
called 'What did your Father do?'), 'The Trouble with Pleasures', 'Desire' and various wide-ranging
others.
Each week we look at a different topic. No preparation, no homework – it's a doddle! I would love to
see other groups spring from out of these sessions!
Sheila Haslam (01623 627764, sheilahaslam@ntlworld.com)
Art
SPRINGTIME was the suggested topic for our May meeting that was well attended and appeared
to show a change to our aim. It could have been called ‘Paint and Chat’. We had the usual mix of
members, some finishing off previous subjects, doing their own thing or following the suggested
subject. There was some exchange of ideas and alternative methods of doing things as well as
trying different brushes.
Suggested Subject for 17th June: Botanical drawing. (Michael brought along some of his botanical
work as illustration.)
Gordon Howlett (01623 627423, g.howlett@ntlworld.com)
Digital World
HIGHLIGHTS of our May meetings were discussions about the recent update to the Flickr photo-
sharing and archiving system used for Mansfield U3A's on-line photo albums. The highlight is a free
automatic uploaded that ensures that no photographs will ever be lost again.
Meetings are at the far end of the bar at the Foxglove in Forest Town, opposite ASDA, on any 2nd
or 4th Friday (2.00 - 4.00). They are free and refreshments are available from the bar so just come
along and ask or show us whatever you want. But do please bring your camera and some photos
on a memory card, stick or CD.
David Ling (01623 822994, dlpruk@aol.com)
First Aid
DON'T FORGET the first trial session of this new group has been arranged for Wednesday July
15th at Stanton Hill Baptist Church, Albert Street, Stanton Hill, NG17 3GF, from 2.00 to 4.00pm with
the support of British Red Cross who provide free training for specific groups and the 'elderly'.
The U3A Committee has agreed to fund payment to cover the cost of the venue. The training is not
standardised as it is customised by the trainer to meet the fears and concerns of those who attend,
be it broken limbs, fainting or fits.
Please support this as it may be you who needs help one day!
Linda Leivers (01623 471963, lkleivers@hotmail.co.uk)
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11. Holidays
SOME OF YOU are aware that I have decided to give someone younger a chance to organise holi-
days in Britain from now on. I am prepared to carry on for a couple of years arranging holidays
abroad unless the new coordinator feels ready to take over holidays both at home and abroad. It is
important to know that whoever this may be does not have to do it my way. Nevertheless I'm willing
to give the benefit of my experience over the past nine years if needed.
The new Group leader will need to start planning no later than July this year for summer 2016 other-
wise it could be difficult to find accommodation in the chosen area. I look forward to someone
coming forward soon to take my place.
MALLORCA – 26TH SEPTEMBER - 3RD OCTOBER 2016
At the time of writing this I am still waiting for quotes but I am not surprised considering there was
much for them to take into account. (Before making contact with them I had to work out a date to
suit flight times & decide on the airline and its airport. I have asked them to find a suitable hotel to
suit our age group on the east coast, to find excursions that are to be included with admission costs
& fit them sensibly into the week. The cost of a coach for transfer from Mansfield to the airport will
also have to be included.)
Anyway I'm looking forward seeing what they have to offer though it may be a case of going with
'the devil you know'. Many thanks to Janet Harford (Sherwood U3A) who has lent me material so
that I could familiarise myself with the island & what it has to offer for tourists.
Margaret Burlinson (01623 632538, marburl@lineone.net)
Popular Music Appreciation
PLEASE note subs are due to at the June meeting as I have to pay for the room then. Thank you.
Peter Haynes (01623 610886 phaynes35@hotmail.co.uk)
Luncheon Club
OUR MAY lunch was organised by Mike Allen
at Oakmere Park Golf Club, which laid-on a
classic carvery menu.
Next, on June 18th, Clive and Sandy Joll will
be introducing us to the refurbished White
Lion at Selston, where options in their
upstairs dining room will include rump steak,
gammon 'n chips and a chocolate brownie.
Cost: from just £9 for 2 courses.
July has usually been a quiet month for the
Luncheon Club as many members go away
so I thought it would be a good time to try the
revamped Waggon at Halam as their dining
room wouldn't be big enough most months.
But how wrong can I be: this sold-out in the first week and the waiting list is now fully-subscribed
too. Sorry if you missed-out but first-come for bookings is the only way everyone can be treated
equally and all lunches are announced on the website as soon as bookings open.
Remember, vegetarian dishes are always offered and all other dietary needs can be accommodated
too if you ask when booking.
Details are on the website; please pre-book at the Luncheon Club table or by email.
David Ling (01623 822994, dlpruk@aol.com) Photos on the website ...
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12. Cliff Laycock. It is with deep regret that we have learnt that Cliff, a past-Chairman of Mansfield
U3A, passed away on 10th May. His funeral on Mon. 1st June was private.
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Speakers' Corner
OUR SPEAKER today is Barbara Meyer, a wildlife photographer and author who works closely with
wildlife conservation groups. She has travelled extensively including South Africa photographing
tigers, lions and leopards and has tried to get a better understanding of wildlife conservation.
There will be some stunning images of all the big cats.
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2016 Diaries
PLEASE see me at the June or July meetings, or email/phone me, if you'd like to order a U3A diary
for next year. They will be green and I should have them for you to collect at the September
meeting. £2 cash with order please.
Mike Allen, Secretary (01623 653345, mikeallen@lichfieldave.freeserve.co.uk)
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Dates for your diary (Check the website for more information and updates.
Wed. July 1st: NNNG PICNIC IN THE PARK at Rufford. 10.00 to whenever. Free, with entertain-
ment but bring your own food, drink, picnic tables, chairs, etc. (In the marquee if it's wet!)
Wed. July 29th: EAST MIDLANDS REGIONAL U3A CONFERENCE in Lincoln. Details on the
website or from Mike Allen. (01623 653345, mikeallen@lichfieldave.freeserve.co.uk)
Tues. Aug 18th: ANNUAL SUMMER PICNIC at Q. Elizabeth's Academy. Details in due course
from Linda Leivers. (01623 471963, lkleivers@hotmail.co.uk). Indoors if it's wet!
Fri. 25 Sept 25th: THEATRE ROYAL, Nottingham celebrates its 150th anniversary. Details from
Sheila Whalley. (01623 453908, jeansheila@btinternet.com)
Mon. Jan. 18th to Fri. 22nd, 2016: WARNER'S THORESBY HALL. See page 3.
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Event and Visit Payments
MEMBERS are reminded that deposits and payments for events and visits organised by Mansfield
U3A and its interest groups are non-refundable, but places so reserved may be offered to others.
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Changes of address, etc.
PLEASE contact the membership secretary, Avril McGee (01623 452688), if you've changed your
address, phone number or email since joining Mansfield U3A so that she can update our records.
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Disclaimer
THE VIEWS expressed here are those of the contributors, only, and do not necessarily reflect those
of the editor, the committee of Mansfield U3A or the Third Age Trust. Nor can any responsibility be
accepted for members' announcements or any errors that may occur.
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Next Issue
PLEASE SEND contributions for the July issue to mansfieldu3a@aol.com, or in typescript, to the
editor as soon as you can and by July 1st at the latest. Thanks!
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Editor: David Ling (01623 822994) Printed by: Portland Print (www.portlandprint.org.uk)
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