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DINAHS Sylvia Crooks
We meet next on Tuesday 2nd June at the Pen and Parchment. Look forward to seeing everyone for lunch and a catch up.
FINE DINING Hazel Miller
What better way to spend a balmy summer evening than having dinner with friends overlooking the river. We visited the Boathouse and were not disappointed. The food was delicious, the doors on the balcony were open, and air conditioning served the tables further back. It was a very enjoyable evening.
GARDEN Appreciation Group Suzy Genge
We visited Batsford Arboretum this month. After a drink in the popular cafe there, we had an inspiring walk around the grounds. Wonderful trees, especially the handkerchief trees and great swathes of wild garlic. Shame it is not 2 for 1 anymore!
Next month is a trip to Kiftsgate on June 9th . Meet at 2pm in the cafe as not open in morning.
GRUMPY OLD MEN Keith Riste We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month to discuss a variety of topics and have an enjoyable lunch. Next meeting is on Wednesday 17th June at the Stratford Sports Club. New members welcome. For more information, please contact: Keith at keithriste@yahoo.com
HISTORY GROUP Robert Tringham The Group met on 16th December to consider the origins of language. We discussed the findings that all languages devolved from the first African Tongue which was the cradle of all modern languages. We saw photographs of ancient carvings especially the Java Shells carved by Homo Erectus 500,000 years ago. We also looked at “Lucy” who walked upright and is likely a Homo Erectus but lived 3.2 million years ago. We considered whether a dog barks in different languages, or birds sing in their own local language.
Part 2 of origins of languages will continue in similar theme in July. Please check the website for further information or contact me at hofe.u3a.com
KEEP FIT Jan Jones
Our small friendly group consists of both males and females of mixed abilities. The class is designed for our age group, with standing and sitting exercises
We meet every Thursday morning from 10 -11am in the Parish Centre at St Andrews Church in Shottery. We have an excellent tutor and really enjoy the exercises and a chat.
At present there is a waiting list, but please contact me If you are interested in finding out more about the group.
Scrabble, Dominoes and Card Games Sue Tringham We normally meet on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month from 2pm until 4pm in the Foyer of the Methodist Church playing Scrabble, Dominoes and Card Games. It’s a light hearted afternoon of fun, laughter and conversation! In June we will meet on the 1st and 15th. Tea, coffee and biscuits at 3pm.
All welcome!!
SNATTS Mike Genge
Mike is away and in June we will have an introduction to the fabulous world of Dan talks. These are short video presentations by leading experts on a huge number of subjects relevant to SNATTS. Friday 12th June 14.00 The New Room. mikegenge@sky.com