CHESHUNT U3A
Charity no. 1150779
MEETING THURSDAY 23rd OCTOBER 2014
1.30pm WOLSEY HALL.
The guest speaker is Roger GIBBONS whose talk will be an illustrated
presentation entitled “BUTTERFLIES of BRITAIN and EUROPE”
The next meeting will be on THURSDAY 27th NOVEMBER 2014 at
1.30pm at WOLSEY HALL. The guest speaker will be STUART
ANSELL who will be speaking on “PLANNING FOR THE 3rd AGE”
Stuart is a Financial Advisor with 30 years experience. He will be
available after the meeting if anyone wants to speak privately to him.
Monthly meetings will usually be held on the 4 th Thursday of each Month at 1.30pm
in Wolsey Hall.
Please note that the doors to Wolsey Hall will not be opened until 1.30pm
Visit our web site www.u3asites.org.uk/cheshunt for more information of events and
groups. Steve GOLLOP maintains this site. This programme/newsletter is available
on the website about three days before the monthly meeting.
When you attend the monthly meetings, you should bring your membership card (this
year the colour is yellow), along to book yourself in at the respective desk. You
should also take it to any group meetings. The group leaders will want to keep their
own records
Visitors
A Temporary Membership Fee of £2 is charged to visitors, and a dated receipt will be
given. This confers all the advantages of Cheshunt U3A membership, including
Insurance for that month only, during which time a group activity can be joined if
there is room, on production of the receipt and payment of the usual group attendance
fee.
Members’ information held by Cheshunt U3A will not be disclosed to any third party
REMINDER THAT OUR MEMBERSHIP YEAR STARTS ON 1st
NOVEMBER 2014. COMPLETE A RENEWAL FORM FOR YOUR NEW
MEMBERSHIP CARD. ADMISSION TO THE DECEMBER MEETING WILL
BE RESTRICTED TO THOSE WITH THE NEW “ORANGE” MEMBERSHIP
CARD.
LEA VALLEY U3A GROUPS THAT ARE HAPPY TO ACCEPT MEMBERS
OF CHESHUNT U3A
You will see that some new groups are listed here today, which are run by Lea Valley U3A.
These Lea Valley groups welcome members from Cheshunt U3A and you will not be
required to become a paid-up member of Lea Valley U3A to join the groups. You will not
be able to attend their Main Meetings without joining, but you are welcome to join these
groups. We feel that this is a step forward as it opens up more possibilities for our
members.
RUMMIKUB - Ann Waddingham - 01992 465218 & Del Andrews - 01992 637288
Group meets 2nd Friday of the month 10.15am - 12.15pm at St Clement's Church Hall,
Cheshunt Wash. Ring the leaders for more details, or just come along and if you have a
Rummikub set bring it with you. £2.50 a session including refreshments.
SINGING FOR PLEASURE – Helen Miles – 01992 634578
Group meets on alternate Wednesdays at Broxbourne Parish Centre 2pm – 4pm. NEW
MEMBERS VERY WELCOME. Speak to Helen Miles for more details.
CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ARTSHED IN WARE FOR U3A MEMBERS
Barbara Cordina for more information 01992 440949 barbaracordina@btinternet.com
4th November – Fused Glass
We shall be making Christmas gifts in fused glass with Lynn Andrews.
2nd December – Pottery Gingerbread House
Join us and make a pottery Gingerbread House for a table centre piece for Christmas.
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR CELEBRATION MARY 01992 426341
A Fish&Chip/Chicken&Chip Supper along with a Disco (suitable music
for our age group - no head banging) on Saturday January 3rd 2015.
Wolsey Hall, Cheshunt 7.30 pm - 11pm. Cost £10. Sufficient interest was
shown in this event and the hall and disco have been booked. Tickets are
now on sale. See Mary in main hall.
Trip to D- Day Beaches of Normandy
Mike Hanney 01992 426341
Organised trip with specialist guides, 4 nights - 5 days trip by coach
from Cheshunt staying in 3 star hotel in France. Cost will be dependent on
numbers travelling and single room supplement will apply. If interested
please see Mike in the Garden room for further details.
NEW CLASS
BALLET CLASS
Carol FARREN 01992629028
We started a new class on Wednesday 10th September with a qualified
tutor at The Valle Academy Trust Ltd, Wilton House, Delamare
Road EN8 9SG. This was very well attended and enjoyed. This is a new
form of exercise for us YOUNG PEOPLE that is sweeping across the
nation at the moment. We obviously will not be prima ballerinas but the
movements we learn will be brilliant for our muscles, limbs and especially
for balance. There is now a waiting list but if there are enough there is a
possibility of a second class. If you are interested please contact Carol
at her table today, or email:carolfarren@hotmail.com.
CHESHUNT U3A GROUPS
AWAY DAYS
Rose LOVELIDGE 01992 626697
17th December - Christmas Lights of London. We need the balance for
this a.s.a.p. Jess will be taking money at my table, please see her or contact
me on either 01992 626697 or 07973 313416.
AFTERNOON TEA with QUIZ
Mary 01992 426341
Next Quiz Tuesday December 16th Prescott Lounge, Wolsey Hall 2pm4pm. Cost £2. Our last quiz was won by “The Pecking Order” who scored
68 points out of a possible 86. Well done to all who took part.
ART APPRECIATION
Diane POPE 01992 632829
The Art Appreciation group visits art galleries, museums or churches to
view various aspects of art. There is currently a waiting list to join this
group. Diane POPE has taken over and is the person to contact.
BADMINTON/TABLE TENNIS GROUP
Stewart 01992 624706
Every Monday 7pm-9pm, Cheshunt School. No skills or equipment
needed. Come along and join a very sociable group.
BIRD WATCHING WALKS
Derek WEBSTER 07712 675105/
Antony POPE 07949 739116
5 of us visited Whitewebbs Park on Monday 13th October 201,4 we saw
11 species of birds on walking around the Park.
The highlight of the day was seeing the Mandarin Duck.
Next meeting is a planning & Film Show on Monday 3rd November 2014
(11.00 am to 1.00pm) at the Green Dragon Pub, Churchgate, Cheshunt
BOOK CLUB - Reading for Pleasure
Carol HILL 01992 302722
For further details of the next meeting, please see Carol at the information
table or contact her by phone.
READING FOR PLEASURE - GROUP 2
Pat TOWERS 01992 303860
Every 1st Tuesday of the month 10.30am till 12 noon. Please phone Pat for
further details. Both Groups are now full, if anybody wants to start a new
group, Carol and Pat will provide assistance.
BOLIVIA/CANASTA Peter HARRIS 1992429297peterharris1@sky.com
Our next meeting at the Green Dragon is Monday 3rd November and then
17th November at 2pm. New members always welcome for a light hearted
afternoon of cards. Bolivia is a derivation of Canasta played with three
packs of cards, easy to learn and a great deal (no pun intended) of fun. The
membership is continuing to grow as two members from Lea Valley U3A
have now joined however we are still looking to expand. We can
guarantee at the end of one session any newbie will understand and be able
to play the game. If anyone would like to play or learn how to play, please
come along and enjoy a very sociable afternoon. There is plenty of free
parking at the rear of the pub.
COMPUTER COURSE 2014
Sue SMITH 01992 424963
Due to insufficient numbers we are not running any more courses in 2014
but are taking names of anyone interested for Spring 2015. If you are an
absolute beginner who doesn't have access to a PC or laptop who would
like to use Public Library Computers please see Sue at the monthly
meeting. Hertford Regional College are running a number of Public
Computer Courses 2014/2015; there a list at the info desk or from Sue. For
any further info please contact Sue Smith 01992 424963 or
email susiekimsey@Hotmail.co.uk
CHAIR BASED KEEP FIT
Mary 01992 426341
Cheshunt Free Church, Every Tuesday 1.45pm- 3.15pm cost £2.00 per
session. Taking part in a keep fit class can be fun whatever your age or
ability. Each class is designed to help build and develop your strength,
balance and flexibility and is designed for people who find an exercise
class too energetic. The group will also be run by a fully qualified
instructor whose aim is to ensure that you enjoy and have fun whilst trying
to improve your level of mobility and fitness. After approximately 60
minutes we shall break for a well earned tea or coffee, provided free of
charge.
CHESHUNT and WARE CYCLE GROUP
Stewart 01992 624706
Our group meets every Wednesday morning. We have several rides
available, which can be divided into either easy ride or moderate/harder
ride. Easy ride goes from Cheshunt every Wednesday at 0945 staying
mainly within the Lee Valley and Gun Powder Park using few or no public
roads..
Moderate /Hard ride. This goes from Cheshunt on the 1st and 3rd
Wednesday of the month starting soon after 0935 and goes further afield.
Epping Forest, Trent Park, Potters Bar area Broxbourne Woods etc. These
rides do encounter some ‘stiff’ climbs, and will cover about 20/25miles in
21/2hrs. Off road tracks are used as much as possible but minor public
roads are ridden on. Both easy and moderate rides finish at approximately
the same time at the LV Youth Hostel for Coffee. See the cycle table for
more details.
CONCERTS
Ann POWELL 079710 33181
Christmas Cracker, Cadogan Hall, Saturday 20th December at 3.00pm. All
the Christmas favourites.
CRAFT - CARDS
Betty WARREN
01992 637988
This group is now up and running again. All are welcome to join.
CRIBBAGE
Jenny CHRISTIAN 01992 306859
Crib every Tuesday 2-4p.m. at my house in Mylne Close, opposite M&S at
Brookfield Farm shopping centre. No charge. All abilities welcome even if
you're a beginner. Please contact Jenny Christian for more details.
DISCUSSION TOPICAL
Rachel LARMAN 01992 636034
2nd Thursday every month, 2 – 4pm. New members welcome, have a
topical discussion on any subject you like, it’s your choice.
EAT YOUR WAY AROUND THE WORLD
Mary
Please see Mary in the Main Hall for details of next meal.
01992 426341
EXERCISE GROUP - KEEPING FIT
Mary
01992 426341
Wolsey Hall, Every Thursday 9.30 am for registration. Cost is £3. Class
runs from 10am - 11am. These sessions are run by a fully qualified
instructor whose aim is to ensure that we all have fun whilst trying to get
fit. All activities are suitable for people of different fitness levels and both
men and women are welcome to join. REGISTER NOW FULL.
WAITING LIST IN OPERATION
EXPLORING LONDON 1
Eileen FUNNELL 01992 422475
th
Thursday 30 October. Tour of Beefeater Gin Distillery. 0930 train.
No trip in November.
Wednesday 17th December – Group Christmas Lunch, White Horse,
Hertingfordbury.
Next planning meeting Friday 7th November 10.45am at Cheshunt Free
Church.
EXPLORING LONDON 2
Linda GOLLOP
01992 629209
and Rosemary TRUNDELL 01992 621155
Saturday 29th November 2014
Whitechapel Bell Foundry
Wednesday 10th December 2014 Christmas meal at Middle Temple
Planning meeting every 3rd Friday of the month at the Green Dragon Pub,
Churchgate, Cheshunt 1 – 2pm
EXPLORING LONDON 3
Shirley NEWTON
01992 678571
We have a planning meeting every month at the Green Dragon at
11.15a.m. Our next meeting will be on Wednesday 5th November.
Trips organised for the next couple of months are:
Tuesday 18th November - Visit to The Museum of Childhood (V & A)
Wednesday 10th December - Christmas Show and Meal at the Brick Lane
Music Hall – Fully booked
EXPLORING LONDON GROUP 4
Rose LOVELIDGE 01992 626697
We meet on the 3rd Wednesday in the month at the Green Dragon Pub
11a.m till12noon.
27th Nov. Westminster Cathedral.
December – no event planned.
January 2015, New Year Lunch to be decided.
FAMILY HISTORY
Rena KING
01992 631826
Our group meets every third Monday of the month at the Green Dragon
Pub, Churchgate, Cheshunt from 2pm-4pm. We now have access to a
computer and internet access. This means we can instantly log on to the
popular family history websites and help everyone with their research
problems. New members always welcome, just turn up and bring along
with you any notes/certificates you want to discuss.
FLY FISHING for TROUT
Mike HANNEY
Further details at monthly meeting.
01992 426341
GERMAN
Susan LUCK 07966 533616 susan.luck@NTLWorld.com
The Group meets every Tuesday at the Green Dragon from 2-4pm. New
members are very welcome, but as we have been going for a while now, it
would be an advantage if you do have a little knowledge of German,
although we do try to accommodate complete Beginners if at all possible.
If you are interested, come and join us for a session to see if the class is for
you. If you have any queries, then please contact Susan.
HOME GARDENING
Mike KNIGHTS mknightsu3a@yahoo.co.uk
The Gardening Group is now closed.
LAUGH YOUR PAINS AWAY Carol FARREN 01992 629028/ Ann
POWELL 01707889189.
We meet on second Thursday of the month 10am to 12noon. Come and
join us and have fun discussing our various ailments in an informal way
over a cup of tea/coffee and biscuits. We really don’t sit and “moan”, we
have a good laugh about our various aches & pains – most of which are
associated with getting older. Next meeting is on Thursday 13th
November. OUR VENUE IS AT THE GREEN DRAGON PUB,
CHURCHGATE, CHESHUNT.
LINE DANCING
Lesley BURNHAM 01992 445938
Mondays: 9.30am to 10.30am: Beginners/Improvers. 10.45am to 11.45am.
Improvers. 12noon to 1.00pm. Beginners. Fridays. 10am – 12noon
Improvers. All classes held at Wormley Community Centre. Anyone
wishing to join one of these groups would need to have some line dancing
experience. Please
ring
Lesley
for
advice
or
email lesleyb10@hotmail.co.uk. There are currently no plans to start
another Absolute Beginner class.
MODEL MAKING
Jack SNARY
01992 638046
st
1 Wednesday of the month, 2pm, Green Dragon, Churchgate
MORNING WALKS
Rob SCOTT
01992 445288
Please remember that we walk at a moderate pace, so that we can cover the
whole route in 2 1/2 to 2 3/4 hours and conditions can often be very wet
and muddy, so appropriate footwear and clothing should always be worn.
October 1st and 3rd were miserable and wet, but Tuesday 2nd saw 15
walkers out in glorious sunshine around Widford and Hunsdon. It was
good to see a new face, Steve, on the walk. The next walk will be on
Tuesday 4th November, starting at 10.00am from Youngsbury Lane,
beside The Feathers Inn, 49 Cambridge Road, Wadesmill SG12 0TN or
Grid Ref 359176. It is a 6.5 mile circular walk, passing the tower of
Thundridge Old Church of All Hallows and Little Saint Mary, before
climbing out of the Rib Valley and going through some wonderful
Hertfordshire countryside, with just the birds breaking into the solitude.
We pass close to Timber Hall near Cold Christmas and then Sawtrees
Farm to Barwick Ford where we cross the River Rib again, before gently
climbing up to the Youngsbury estate. There are a couple of claggy fields
to cross, so white stilettos are definitely a no, no! (That goes for the ladies
as well) It is a cracking walk, so don't miss it! From Cheshunt, travel north
along the A10 passing the A602 turn off and then take the next turn signed
Ware A1170 Wadesmill, Thundridge. Continue north on the A1170 for 1
mile before turning right into Youngsbury Lane next to The Feathers Inn.
Anyone who will be at the Nags Head on 2nd December for our Christmas
meal, can give me their £10.00 deposit on the November walk or
alternatively let Marilyn Gould have it at the October monthly meeting.
My mobile number on walk day is 07594427190.
OUT TO LUNCH GROUP (FORMERLY PUB LUNCH GROUP)
Mary 01992 426341
Jess 07507570343
No lunch for November, hope to arrange a Christmas Lunch for
early December.
PILATES
Jess
07507570343
The Group meets on a THURSDAY morning 11 - 12noon, at the Cheshunt
Club, Albany Ride, Cheshunt. A friendly group with a qualified tutor,
who will adapt the exercises to your health/capabilities. Please bring an
exercise mat or thick towel with you. £3 per session paid monthly in
advance. Anyone having difficulty getting from Crossbrook Street up to
the Club let me know and I can pick you up from outside the Roman Urn
Pub. New members very welcome. Come and talk to Jess at the monthly
meeting or give her a ring on her mobile.
RETAIL THERAPY
Ann POWELL
079710 33181
Shopping trip to Milton Keynes Wednesday 3rd December.
SAILING
Geoff BROWN
01992 468031
We sail every Tuesday at Broxbourne Sailing Club as part of Hertford and
District U3A Sailing Group. The Group is now full but there is a waiting
list so if you are interested give Geoff Brown a ring on 01992 468031.
SEW KNIT PATCH & CHAT
Lilian ADAMS 01992 637311
No, this is not a new group but a new name for what was formerly the
Needlecraft Group! We are no experts but we all enjoy creating handmade
bits and bobs. We learn from each other and never stop talking! Bring
along your own work or start a new project as ideas and help are always on
hand. Give us a try! Our next session is on Thursday 13th of November
from 2 - 4pm. in the Garden Room at Wolsey Hall.
SHORT MAT BOWLS
In Wolsey Hall. Fortnightly 1.45pm – 4pm.
Lionel BANNISTER
SHORT WALKS
Bill NEVARD
01992 633959
Friday 14th November 10.15am for 10.30am, Turnford Brook Car Park
near St Clements Church. Full details at Bills table.
SINGING FOR FUN Contact Yvonne Tebbutt 01992 620812 or Terry
Richardson 01992 626001 Singing for pleasure group meet on Mondays
2pm to 3.30 pm at Cheshunt Free Church; anybody can join in, no
auditions, just come along and give us a try. £3 per session. See us at the
monthly meetings. No session on Monday 27th October.
SOCIAL HISTORY
Carole BATTER 01707 879773
The group is looking forward to a visit to Kelvedon Hatch Secret Bunker
on 5th November – from where the UK’s military commanders would have
controlled the country should nuclear war have broken out. Our December
visit will be closer to home, the Green Dragon in fact, where we will learn
much of the History of the Inn – whilst enjoying our Christmas Lunch.
The next visit we are making is to Forty Hall on 3 rd February, where
restoration works have recently been completed, when Sir Nicolas
Rainton, (no less) a Lord Mayor of London in the 17th Century will be
giving us a ‘personal’ guided tour. In March the Copped Hall Trust has
agreed to a Tuesday visit (normally open weekends only) to view their
restoration works being carried out to the house and gardens.
SPANISH LESSONS
Jess
0750 7570343
Every Wednesday at the Knightleys Hall, Mill Lane, Cheshunt. 2pm-4pm.
People who have put their names on our waiting list, please ring Jess for
more details.
SATURDAY LUNCH GROUP
Pat TOWERS 01992 303860
Our lunch group is going very well and has great support. Next lunches
are as follows:
The Bulls Head, Turnford, Saturday 1st November at 1pm. One lunch will
normally be held on the 1st Saturday of each month. No lunch in
December.
SUNDAY LUNCH GROUP
Pat TOWERS 01992 303860
Lunch will usually be held on the 3rd Sunday of the month. Next is 16th
November at 1pm at the Crocodile PH. There is a new chef and menu.
Please talk to Pat for more details. This group is also well attended. No
lunch in December.
TAP DANCING
Diane POPE 01992632829/Maureen WOOLLARD
01992621939
Weekly - Tuesdays St Mary's Church House, Churchgate, Cheshunt.
Advanced class 10.30–11.30. Improvers class, 11.30 – 12.30. Some
experience needed. See Diane for more information.
THAI CHI
aaron@avsweb.co.uk
Slow relaxed movements to tone your muscles, feel calm and in harmony
with nature. 1 hour class every Wednesday from 2 to 3pm at the Cheshunt
Free Church. Come along and try it out for free, £2 per class after that.
THEATRE GROUP
Pam CRAWFORD 01992 308413
th
Thursday 19 March 2015, the award winning National Theatre production at
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre of “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the
Nightime”. £30 including coach and drivers tip. Do not miss the chance to
see this play, straight from the West End
Wednesday 15th April 2015, a matinee performance of “DANCE TILL DAWN”,
direct from the West End, at Milton Keynes Theatre. Stars Vincent SIMONE
and Flavia CACACE. Price of £30 including coach and drivers tip. Only 2
tickets left.
WATERCOLOUR GROUP
Sid KING
01992 711617
Currently full, but Watercolour and Other Mediums, run by Maureen
HAMILTON has places.
WATERCOLOUR and OTHER MEDIUMS
01707 872611
Maureen HAMILTON
I have started the new art group which is mainly water colours, but which I hope to
develop so that other mediums; oil, acrylic, pastel and pen and ink, can become part
of the class. I run two classes per month on the second and fourth week and the class
is beginning to grow. I coach and give a demonstration at times so if there is anybody
out there who has secret desires to put brush to paper, please give me a ring - I have
the rent to pay! Most of the people in the class are beginners. I am thinking of making
up a party of people who would be interested in meeting up to do some outside
sketching at some desirable location during the summer. So if anyone is interested,
please let me know. We meet from10.30/12.00noon, in the Garden room, Wolsey
Hall, every 2nd and 4th Wednesday monthly
KNIT and NATTER with Shirley Webb (01992 424693) Now every
Tuesday at the Royal British Legion, Crossbrook Street. From 1pm to
3pm. Cost £1.
SCRABBLE 01992 633241 Every Monday 12.30pm Cost: £2.00,
Beaumont Centre. Rowlands Fields, Turners Hill, Cheshunt.
WHIST
Every Tuesday 1.30pm-4pm at the Beaumont Centre £2.50
DATES FOR YOUR DIARIES
The Herts Network Quiz - Wednesday 29th October 2014 at Chorleywood,
booking
forms on
the
website.
Herts
Network
of
U3As
Network Bridge Tournament – 18th February 2015 at Potters Bar, details later in the
year.
POLICE NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH
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what is happening in your area. You do not have to do anything except read the emails. Go to www.herts.police.uk and use the “Get Connected” button.
BARRIES FINANCIAL FORUM
GAS and ELECTRICITY. Probably your greatest expense. Most people have never
changed their Gas and Electricity provider. Do not be one of them. The small
providers are almost all cheaper than the big six. Go online and check how much you
can save, changing is painless and you have to do very little.
FRAUD. Everybody is trying to defraud you of your hard earned cash, do not be a
victim, don’t believe everything that someone tells you. Get advice before you
commit to anything.
BOOKSTALL, PUZZLES & RAFFLE
If you wish to donate books and puzzles to help raise funds please bring them along
to the monthly meeting. A raffle for valuable prizes will also be held at each monthly
meeting. **** TOP PRIZE INCREASED TO £40***
THE CHESHUNT U3A COMMITTEE
CHAIRMAN
MICHAEL KNIGHTS
mknightsu3a@yahoo.co.uk
VICE CHAIRMAN
MALCOLM LUFF
01992 621543
TREASURER
ROB SCOTT
01992 445288
SECRETARY
TONI WALSH
01992 428129
ASSISTANT SECRETARY
MARILYN GOULD
0208 529 3697
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY
JANICE SEIBERT
01992 425696
SPEAKER SECRETARY
SUE ALLUM
01992 307019
GROUPS CO-ORDINATOR
PAT TOWERS
01992 303860
PROGRAMME PRODUCTION
BARRIE GALE
01992 632094
RUG CO-ORDINATOR
JEAN WARDROP
01992 632641
WEBSITE CO-ORDINATOR
STEVE GOLLOP
01992 629209
RAFFLE ORGANISER
LESLEY BURNHAM
01992 445938
U3A NETWORK REP.
CAROL HILL
01992 302722
COMMITTEE MEMBER
CAROL FARREN
01992 629028
CO-OPTED MEMBERS
BETTY WARREN
01992 637988
ANN POWELL
01707 889189