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Flicks and Friends 10.06.25
Join us on the 10th for ‘The Penguin Lessons’ starring Steve Coogan. This is the story of a disillusioned Englishman who goes to work in a divided Argentinia in 1976 who finds his life is transformed when he rescues an orphan penguin from the beach.
One Day to Go
Our AGM is really really imminent. Tuesday 10th June – make sure the date is in your diary!! Doors open at 09:30 with the meeting starting at 10:00. Bring your membership (current) card with you as you’ll need it to be able to vote.
Hope it’s going to be a full house!!!
Victory in Europe Celebration Event
On the 6th May as many of us that could be fitted in, got together at the Maghull Baptist Church to celebration the end of the war in Europe some 80 years ago.
We had a brilliant morning with the NAAFI handing out cups of tea or coffee and an abundance of cakes to choose from. The hall was decorated in red, blue and white with a smattering of Welsh flags intermingled amid the Union flags.
Our hall was decorated with posters from the war era and we all learnt how to be like dad and keep mum, how to dig for victory and how to do our bit in the Land Army.
Many members looked resplendent in their costumes and a few tried the jitterbug to the sound of Chattanuga Choo Choo. Mementos of fathers and uncles who did their bit were displayed with pride and medals were worn to honour the departed who had done so much.
We played Housey Housey and tested our knowledge of the war era with two quizzes. They were won by a very astute couple who scored 50 points out of 55. That’s what I call impressive!!
We rounded off the morning with a good old British sing song of the favourites of the period before standing in silence as a mark of respect for those who fell and in thanks for those who came home.
Flicks and Friends 13.05.25
On the 13th of May, the Plaza cinema Crosby will be showing its latest film in the Age Concern – Flicks and Friends series.
This month’s film is a comedy called ‘Shall We Dance’? The film stars Richard Gere, Jennifer Lopez, Susan Sarandon and Stanley Tucci.
Doors open at 12:15 with the film starting at 13:00.
The film is free to the over 60s but donations are always gratefully accepted.
Guidelines for our VE Day Celebration on 6th May
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ADVANCE NOTICE JUNE AGM
On 10th June 2025 we will be holding our Annual General Meeting at Maghull Baptist Church. Doors will open at 09:30 with the meeting starting at 10:00.
Prior to the meeting, packs containing relevant information will be sent out digitally to those with an email address and printed for those who do not have access to the Internet.
We need as many members as possible to attend as this is your opportunity to voice your thoughts about how our u3a is
doing but also to vote on any relevant proposals.
See you there!
Well Deserved Congratulations
In memory of lost friends and family members our Walking Groups decided to join Woodlands ‘Light up the Night Walk’ in support of the hospice . Many of our other members joined in and dressed in a wide variety of outfits, completed the walk.
The amount of money they had hoped to raise was a modest target but what they did achieve was beyond their wildest dreams.
This certificate ( awarded by Woodlands today) gives thanks from the hospice to all who took part and all who supported the cause as they raised the magnificent sum of £3,042.50
As a u3a we extend our admiration for the work that Woodlands do and heartily applaud the amazing contributions our members have made. Well done one and all.
Coffee Morning Closure
Just a reminder that there will be no u3a Coffee morning on the 22nd April . This follows our tradition of not meeting on the Tuesday after Easter.
Have great Easter break
Fancy picking up a quill or a biro?
We all have favourite authors but have you ever wondered what got Charles Dickens, Stephen King and dear old Agatha Christie started? Stories, poems and plays often start orally but there’s something really satisfying about keeping that story alive by writing it down.
We are hoping that budding authors amongst you might just like to get together and begin a writing group of our own .
No one is asking you to write a novel or challenge Shakespeare to a play writing contest; just to come along and have a chat.
There is something quite uplifting about reading your own work, be it a three line Haiku, a saucy limerick or a short story to like minded folk. If this something that appeals to you please let us know so we can arrange that special first meeting.
Use the reply box (no quills needed) to show your interest or put your name and mobile number on the list on the u3a board next week.