Sheffield U3A New Groups
Music and Film
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Visiting Art
Enjoy visiting art galleries?
This new group could be for you.
We propose a new U3A group, visiting art and photography galleries and exhibitions.
Our concept is for the group to agree a programme of monthly visits to galleries, mostly in the north of England such as Manchester, Birmingham, and so on, travelling usually by train but with the occasional car sharing. Members of the group would buy their own tickets and then we would meet either at the station or at the gallery. We could view the work in pairs or small groups and meet in the café for coffee/lunch and informal discussions.
The idea is to share and reflect on our enjoyment of art with like-minded people.
We would meet on the 1st Tuesday each month. To save costs it would be an advantage to have a bus pass/rail card and be able to book train tickets online.
If you are interested phone Linda Jackson on 01142350852
or email lindajackson1984@yahoo.co.uk
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UNDERSTANDING
OUR SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCES
Many of us have experiences in our lives which, no matter how modest, point to a transcendent realm of reality. We feel for a moment or two in a heightened state of awareness. For example, it may happen when we are witnessing a sunset, or the birth or death of someone, or while we are listening to music.
The emphasis in the group will be on exploring and attempting to understand these sorts of experiences, not arguing about religious beliefs.
If anyone is interested in joining such a group, could they get in touch with Robert Chamberlain. Tel 0797 490 6421 (mid-August onwards) or e-mail
robert.chamberlain7@yahoo.co.uk.
It will meet monthly at 78, Cherry Tree Rd, Nether Edge, on either a Wednesday or a Thursday during the day. If there is sufficient interest, a meeting will be called to decide which will be the most popular time to meet, and what date it will begin in the Autumn.
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Tai Chi in Stocksbridge
There are nine people interested in a new daytime Tai Chi class in Stocksbridge and all are available on Fridays. However, hall fees range from £5-8 per hour, qualified trainers cost about £40 per hour and there are no retired trainers in U3A here in Stocksbridge. An increase in numbers would make such a class economically viable and affordable so, if you are interested, please call me on(0114) 283 1392 as soon as possible – you will make nine people very happy, fit and relaxed!
Beryl Sharp ........... (0114) 283 1392 ......... berylelizsharp@aol.com
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Latin for Absolute Beginners
Since the current Latin for Beginners Group is now finishing, I am proposing to form a new one with the same name. The Group will be for absolute beginners who have never studied Latin before, even at school.
If you are interested in joining this Group to follow a carefully structured course, which will be both interesting and enjoyable, please make contact with me.
Paul Cordwell (0114) 232 2766 paulcordwell@straightcomms.com
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Come and Be Trained To Sing
We are looking to set up a free taster course in learning to sing in close harmony. The course will be led, and members will be coached, by several members of a well established close harmony Sheffield singing group. We hope this will transform itself into an ongoing Group. It is likely to meet in the Millhouses area. No previous singing experience is required and nor do you need to be able to read music. This opportunity is open to both men and women. If you are interested and wish to learn more, please contact Brian Bezant on (0114) 236 6596.
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Music and Film - A New Group
There has always been a link between classical music and the cinema. The films Fantasia and 2001 - A Space Odyssey are examples which come to mind. Cecil B De Mille made a silent film of the story of Carmen. At its premier in 1915, the film was accompanied by Bizet’s music performed by the Boston Symphony Orchestra. This film and many others, including documentaries featuring classical music, have been transferred to DVD. This makes available a wide range of material which some members may wish to explore and enjoy.
It is proposed to focus primarily on the music, but this could change as the Group develops. The first meetings will be hosted at my home in Arbourthorne, Sheffield 2; times and dates to be decided. Public transport to my home is plentiful. Service No 51 is very close; and Supertram and buses 41, 42, 95 and 120 pass nearby.For more information contact Tony Allwright on (0114) 2645 883.
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Card Craft
We are a newly formed group who are interested in hand-making greeting cards.
Our intention is to work with a variety of techniques and materials to create individual and unique cards. New members from the absolute novice to the experienced card maker will be welcomed to share ideas and techniques about this satisfying hobby.
We meet fortnightly on a Monday at The Mount Pleasant Centre, Sharrow Lane.
Please contact me if you wish to join us.
Coordinator ..............Margaret Lycett Tel: (0114) 269 0429
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Mandarin Chinese
Mandarin Chinese has more native speakers than any other language in the world. Several members have expressed an interest in learning it. I am seeking someone who might lead a Group to study and teach the language. If you can help please contact me on (0114) 230 4972. Terry Spivey
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Welsh and Scottish Gaelic
A Group for anyone interested in the Welsh language will be starting this summer (hopefully in June or July). In addition a separate Group for anyone interested in the Scottish Gaelic language will also be starting this summer (hopefully in June or July).
Please contact Steve Clements on (0114) 255 8422 or email steveclements33@yahoo.co.ukif you are interested in joining either Group.
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Sanskrit: An Introductory Course
Sanskrit is a beautiful language, the source of many sounds, roots and words in English and other European languages. It has been called The elder sister of Greek.
This ten week, non-academic course is free and open to all who are interested. No qualifications are required. If there is sufficient interest and enthusiasm, a Group may result from this course. We shall focus on learning the sounds and alphabet of Sanskrit, building up a simple vocabulary to enable us to speak, read and write simple words and sentences. The links between Sanskrit and English will also be explored. The course will run from 10.00am to 12 noon starting on Thursday 6 May in areas S7/11. If you are interested, please contact: Roger Linstead on (0114) 236 3640.
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Would you like to learn some Classical Greek?
Even today the ancient Greeks still inspire admiration for the sophistication of their thought and ideas in philosophy, science, mathematics and literature. Would you like to be able to tackle Aristophanes, Aristotle, Euripides, Homer, Plato, Thucydides and a host of others - in their original words?
Classical Greek and Latin have much in common in terms of the structure of their respective languages. In fact, aspiring Romans with an eye on a career in literature, politics or the law, would have as much facility in Greek as in their own language, and had often spent time in Athens at the feet of a Greek philosopher.
If you would like to find out more about learning some Classical Greek, or even being part of a beginners Group in the language, please contact Deidre Eastburn on(0114) 281 8446.
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Walking Group S (5 - 7 miles)
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Photographic Group NW
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Discussion Group Deepcar
This is a brand new Group and the format will be decided at the first couple of meetings. It will be an opportunity for individuals and/or the Group to discuss current issues, a topic which an individual wishes to air and we may even arrange for speakers.
Coordinator.... Hazel Millington...... (0114) 286 3814
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