Mansfield and District U3ANewsletter

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Established 1999HMRC Charity Registration No.: XT30525

January 2014Website: www.mansfield-u3a.org.uk

Noticeboard: http://mansfieldu3a.blogspot.com

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Welcome from your chairmanA very Happy New Year 2014 to you all. The 15th Anniversary Year of Mansfield U3A, with the'Crystal Themed Ball' scheduled for Tuesday, 20 May 2014 at the John Fretwell Centre – if youhave not already put your name down, tickets will be on sale at the January meeting at a cost of£20 each. We are also being addressed at the May meeting by Barbara Lewis, the NationalChairman of the University of the Third Age and very much hope she will be able to join us at theBall. It promises to be a highly popular evening! Final details will be announced later in the year.

In addition it is hoped to hold a 'Party in the Park' in the summer and our president, Rita Turner, willattend a meeting on 28 March 2014 for plans to be put in place along the lines of the three previoussuccessful picnics.

So, we have a lot to look forward to during this year and hope our new intake of members inSeptember 2013 will be able to take advantage of the extra social events and, as usual, our QuizNight on Saturday, 22 February 2014 – it is not too late to buy your tickets and this proves to be avery entertaining and 'brain-taxing' evening!

It always amazes me the small things we see every day and take for granted in not knowing theanswer to simple questions!

Today we have our annual 'Members’ Day', which always proves to be a fun-packed hour – withmuch diversity and talent demonstrated by our members. Marilyn Dibble has worked hard to put theprogramme together and has had a good response this year. Sit back and enjoy!

A quote I read recently stated: “With age comes experience and a knowledge of what truly makesus happy”. How true that is. No-one can make us feel bad about our choices in life, because wehave “been there and got the T-Shirt”. I’ve been told we can also develop a sense of 'selectivehearing' if we wish Slowly, age seems to creep up on us all – was it really 13/14 years ago whenwe were all anxiously awaiting the Millennium in case the computers crashed! (They didn’t.)Tempus Fugits!

Well, 'Strictly' and 'Downton' are over until the autumn and not even sight of baby George – howdisappointing is that? The Christmas cards and decorations are down and presents put away – I’mdetermined to get a sparkly Christmas jumper next year, like the one Colin Firth wore! How are thediets and exercise going too – are all the New Year resolutions broken by now?

So, no more ado – enjoy the poetry-themed Members’ Day and have a successful, healthy andprosperous 2014.Glenis Carr______________________________________________________________________________

In this issuePage 2 Welcome.Page 3 Quiz Night. Book Table. Holiday Updates. Recent Events (Christmas

Lunch and Christmas Concert).Page 4 Groups News (Holidays).Page 5 - 8 Interest Groups meetings diary.

Page 8 Groups News (Theatre Visits).Page 9 Groups News (Digital World, Art and Luncheon Club).Page 10 Groups News (Singing for Fun. Old Computers may put you at risk. In

case you missed it. (Start).Page 11 In case you missed it. (End).Page 12 Dates for your diary and Notices.

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Annual Fun Quiz NightSaturday 22nd February 2014, 6.30 at Queen Elizabeth’s Academy.Come along to our annual fun quiz night and you may win a cash prize! Organise yourself a team, (maximum 8 players per team) or just come along and join a team on the night.

Cost £7.00 to include buffet supper, but bring your own drinks and glasses. A few tickets will still be available at the January meeting.Pauline Boucher – 01623 644798, pauline12boucher@yahoo.co.uk______________________________________________________________________________

Book tableSALE of books in November raised £44.00 exactly. Thanks to all helpers and customers.

Remember, any unwanted Christmas presents can be recycled to help keep your subs low!Lilian Whitehead.______________________________________________________________________________

Holiday updatesLAKESIDE HOLIDAY VILLAGE, Hayling Island (23rd - 27th June.) Balances due in March - amounts as follows:Basic price £273. Singles with upgrade £293pp Twins & Doubles with upgrade £283pp. (Chequesto Mansfield & District U3A.)

THE ALGARVE, PORTUGAL (18th - 25th Sept.) H. board. Cost including 4 excursions with lunch and driver's gratuity: £819 (£90 single supplement) Balance, to be announced later, must be paid no later than the May meeting.

THURSFORD CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR (December 3rd, 4th & 5th ) – see page 4.Margaret Burlinson Details on the website ...______________________________________________________________________________

Recent Events (Longer reports with photos in the December on-line edition)

Christmas LunchNORMA Shillinglaw and all the Oakham Suite staff well-deserved the thanks and applause theyreceived after lunch on 2nd December. The main hall was packed with members, old and new, whoquickly got into the Christmas spirit, beers, wines or whatever took their fancy before highly profes-sional service of a well-chosen festive menu. Presentation and service were first class.David Ling

Singing for FunTHE MANSFIELD U3A Singing for Fun Choir, together with Ladies' choir, Bellisima, entertained alarge audience at St Lawrence’s Church on Sunday December 8th. In turn, each choir sang carolsand Christmas songs under the direction of Suzy Fell, who also sang a solo and a duet with herfriend Grace. John Sellers accompanied the choirs on piano and played a glittering solo himself.

Our U3A choir, has developed really well since it started – practice has led to greater confidenceand to a cleaner and tighter sound. More difficult music was performed and the choir compared wellwith the more experienced Bellisima whose complex harmonies were a joy. It was noticeable thatthe men sang with greater vigour and tone, although it would help if there were more of them!

Our best wishes go to Suzy who will now go on ‘leave of absence’ awaiting her new child. Ann Irons(of Cantamus) has stepped in and both choirs will rehearse together for the time being.

Another concert and another success for the choir.Mike Allen

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Groups News

HolidaysI HAVE have been persuaded by members who haven't yet been, to organise a visit to theThursford Spectacular this year – 2014 – instead of waiting two years. If you have read or heardabout the views of those who went to the Thursford Christmas Spectacular at the beginning ofDecember in 2013 you will undoubtedly understand the reason for this request. (See Sue Howlett'sreport below and another, by Linda Leivers, in the December on-line edition.)

The only problem is that the company I work with need to know ASAP how many tickets we willneed. The application has to be in by the 6th of January & it has to be accompanied by a £1 regis-tration fee. 'Just for Groups' has kindly put this in for us for the time being and will be ordering 46tickets at £170. Hannah, my contact, found that most hotels in Norfolk have been booked upalready but managed to find one in Great Yarmouth. The price above includes coach, excursions,two nights B&B, theatre tickets and the driver's gratuity. Very good value for money!

If you are interested in joining us from 3rd to 5th December, please come and put your names downat the January meeting and bring your £1 registration fee to secure your place. Deposits of £10 canalso be paid then but certainly no later than the February meeting. Balances by September. Asusual there will be an optional £10 insurance so you will need to ask me for a form at the same timeas you pay your deposits. Cash is acceptable but cheques to be paid to Mansfield & District U3A.Margaret Burlinson

2013 Thursford Christmas SpectacularAmazing, spectacular, magnificent, dazzling, colourful, nostalgic, lively, exhilarating andemotional, what a SHOW! Why had I waited so long to see it?

Over 130 singers, dancers and musicians combined to give a seamless production to make oneof the most enjoyable and unforgettable evenings that I have ever experienced. The spirit ofChristmas surrounded us and set the scene for the happy family times to come. My heart wasglowing with happiness as the evening evolved and I was almost overcome with joy and love.

The displays decorating the steam engines, tractors, mechanical organs and carousels inFantasy Land were magical and so well presented. Everything was pristine and in perfect order.We felt like children again as we gazed in wonder at the exhibits.

The shops took us back in time to the Dickensian period. Once again we were transported tobygone times and the real meaning of Christmas. Margaret has arranged similar trips beforeand many people were returnees; a sign of the quality of the experience. It was a first for meand one that I will treasure forever. The next day, the day of the big storm, we visited the city ofNorwich where people found the Cathedral, the famous Mustard Shop and other shops andplaces of interest. It was cold and windy but we were fortunate to avoid any wet weather.

In the afternoon we went to the Fakenham Parish Church Christmas Tree Festival where 77Christmas Trees were decorated to raise funds for charities. The church looked absolutely fant-astic. The day ended with a visit to Holt where we visited the ‘Tardis’-like departmental storecalled Bakers and Larners to stock up on specialised seasonal foods and gifts,

On the last day our final stop on the way home was Stamford, a beautiful small town burstingwith so many independent shops all decorated with seasonal products. A fitting end to our shortbreak. We certainly returned to Mansfield more prepared for our individual celebrations. Thankyou Margaret for making this magical experience possible and thanks to everyone on the trip formaking it such a special occasion. Sue Howlett Groups News continues on page 8 ...

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Key to Meetings details:

THIS TABLE SHOWS THE DAY of the month, time and frequency using the first two letters of theday, followed by numbers 1 - 5 to represent the week number. The final letter M (or F, W or V) indic-ates 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 withVariable finish times.

The main Mansfield and District U3A meetings are on the 3rd Tuesday of each month (except Augustand 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 anyinterest group or attend an event. NB: * indicates a waiting list.

Interest Group Meetings Meeting Places Leader/Contact

Antiques & Collect-ables

Tu 2, 10 - 12 M Stanhope Centre, Bridge Street,Mansfield

Pat Blackwell01623 481745

Next Meetings: Jan 14th – Treen (small wooden items); Feb11th – TBA

Art We3, 10 - 12 M Big Barn Lane Methodist Church, Mansfield

Linda Spray 01623 795176

Next Meetings: Jan 21st; Feb 19th

Art Appreciation Mo1, 2.00 - 4.00 M Baptist Church, Rosemary St.Mansfield

Pauline Boucher01623 644798

Next Meeting: February 3rd; March 3rd; April 7th

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: Jan 20th; Feb 3rd; Feb 17th; March 3rd(Also Acol sessions at the Mechanics Institute – Th, 10 - 12.30 W)

Bowls Tu, 2.30 - 4.00 W Lammas Sports Centre, Sutton

Don Wright01623 628946

Next Meetings: Weekly on Tuesdays at stated time until March 15th

Caravan & M'home Rally

Various Various Terry Lammas01623 471963

Next Meetings: June 1st to 29th – France. (See web page for more details).

Chat and Stitch Mo3, 2.00 - 4.00 M St John's Centre, Mansfield

Doreen Storer01623 407731

Next Meeting: Jan 20th; Feb 17th

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Interest Group Meetings Meeting Place Leader/Contact

Current Affairs Tu2, 2.00 - 4.00 M St John's Centre, Mansfield

Norma Shillinglaw01623 466934

Next Meetings: Jan 14th; Feb 11th; March 11th

Digital World Fri 2 & 4, 2.00 - 4.00 2/M

Stanton Hill Baptist Church, Skegby

David Ling01623 822994

Next Meetings: January 24th; February 14th & 28th; March 14th & 28th

Family History Tu4, 10.00 - 12.00 M St John's Centre, Mansfield

Max Clarke01623 621744

Next Meetings: Jan 28th

Film Studies * We1, 1.30 - V M Joy's home Joy Crowe01623 645400

Next Meetings: March 5th; April 2nd

Garden Visits During the Summer Various Janet Whitlam01623 635607

Next Visits: February 24th – Hodsock Priory – Coach / private tour / snack for £26. Book early; June 12th – Harlow Carr

Gardening Tu1, 10.00 - 12.00 M St Peter's Centre, Mansfield

Avril McGee01623 452688

Next Meetings: March 4th – The Scented Garden, with Janette Merilion; April 1st – A Vision of Roses with Stuart Dixon

Heartstart M3, 1.00 - 3.00 William Kaye Hall, Ladybrook Lane

Linda Leivers 01623 471963

Next Meetings: January 27th; February 24th; March 24th

Holidays (Home & Abroad)

Various TBA Margaret Burlinson01623 632538

Next holidays: Mon. 27th to Fri. 31st Jan. – Warner's Thoresby Hall (Contact Terry Whitehead on 01623 626991); June – Warner's, Hayling Island – fully booked; Sept 18th to 25th – Portugal

Local History Fri1, 10.00 - 12.00 M Bridge Street Meth-odist Church

Bob & Sue Longden01623 486903

Next Meetings: Feb 7th – Archaeology of Sherwood F'st, with Andy Gaunt; March 7th – Soft Drinks

Luncheon Club Th after 3rd Tu, 12.00 - 2.00 M

Various David Ling01623 822994

Next Meetings: Jan. 23rd – 281, Nottingham Road Mansfield; Feb 20th – The Maypole at Wellow

Movement to Music (New)

W, 10.30 - 11.30 W St Peter's Church Hall Linda Leivers 01623 471963

Next Meetings: Jan 15th, 22nd & 29th; Feb. 5th, 12th; 19th & 26th.

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Interest Group Meetings Meeting Place Leader/Contact

Music Groups

Classical Music 2 Mo4, 2.00 - 4.00 M Members' homes Peter Hart01623 620940

Next Meetings: Jan 27th – Vaughan-Williams with Peter Crabbe; Feb 24th – Sonatas with Sheila

Music 2 * Mo4, 2.00 - 4.30 M Members' homes Eric Prescott 01623 631160

Next Meeting: Jan 27th; Feb 24th

Popular Music Appreciation *

Tu4, 2.00 - 4.00 M St John's School, Mansfield

Peter Haynes 01623 610886

Next Meetings: Jan 28th; Feb 25th

Pudding Club * Tu1, 4.00 - 6.00 M Members' homes Sylvia Slack 01623 633981

Next Meetings: TBA

Reading 1 Th3, 2.00 - 4.00 M Peter Dawson's home Peter Dawson 01623 882191

Next Meetings: Jan 23rd; Feb 20th

Reading 2 Tu3, 2.00 - 4.00 M Ravenshead Library Joan Hufton01623 557488

Next Meetings: Jan 21st; Feb 18th

Science & Technical Tu1, 1.30 - 3.30 M Stanton Hill Baptist Church, Skegby

Ian Boucher01623 644798

Next Meetings: Feb.4th – Bees, with Barry Jackson; March 4th– Weights & Measures with Graham

Scrabble * Mo2, 2.00 - 4 .00 M Brenda Thurkettle's home

Brenda Thurkettle01623 628136

Next Meetings: TBA

Singing for Fun Thur2 & 4, 6.30 – 8.30 Methodist Church, Chesterfield Road

June Fell 01623 623547

Next Meeting: Jan 9th – fortnightly from then on. Bring ideas and music you'd like to sing. The church is just up from QE Academy on the other side of the road. Plenty of parking on side road.

Tai Chi Mo, 9.30 - 10.30 W St John's Centre,Mansfield

Cliff Laycock01623 481985

Next Meetings: Weekly from Monday Jan 6th

Theatre Visits Various Various Sheila Whalley 01623 453908

Next Meetings: Wed Feb 12th – Singing in The Rain (Theatre Royal) matinee; Wed 5th March – Brassed Off; Thurs 6th March – Richard & Adam

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Interest Group Meetings Meeting Place Leader/Contact

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: Jan 20th – Ticknall & Carvers Rock; Feb 6th – Kelham Hills ; Feb 17th – Blythe & Hodsock; March 6th – High Peak Junction

Shufflers(short & gentle)

V Lunchtimes Various Sylvia Slack 01623 633981

Next Meeting: Friday Feb 14th (12.30 pm) – Valentine Shuffle at Fillets Fish Restaurant, Fulmar Close, Forest Town. (Opposite ASDA)

Strollers(a leisurely 2 miles)

We2, 10.30 - V M Various Barbara Massey / Marion Thornton 01623 628357 / 01623 651528

Next Meetings: Feb 12th – Burnt Stump Park; March12th – Brierley Park Huthwaite

Walkers (an easy 4 - 5 miles)

We4, 10.30 – V M Various Joy & Nick Crowe01623 645400

Next Meetings: Jan 22nd – Strawberry Hill Woods and Rainworth; Feb 26th – Thieves Wood

Wine Appreciation 2* We3, 7.30 - V M Members' homes Mike Allen01623 653345

Next Meetings: Jan 15th – South African Reds with Bob & Sue; Feb 19th – Spanish Whites (Mike's)

Wine Appreciation 3*

Tu4, 7.30 - V M Members' homes Graham Allin01623 473662

Next Meetings: Jan 21st – Entre-Deux-Mers with Ian & Pauline; Feb 25th – Italian Reds with Graham & Eileen

Writing for Pleasure * Mo2, 2.00 - 4.00 M The Stanhope Centre Mansfield.

Sue Ford / Hilary Miller 01623 844286 / 620067

Next Meetings: Jan 13th ; Feb 10th

Groups NewsTheatre VisitsSTAMFORD Shakespeare Theatre has just sent out its 2014 brochure. I reckon we should go toThe Taming Of The Shrew, that wonderful comedy.

The best time would be in the second week of July (before schools break up), rather thanAugust. So at the January meeting, I will be taking names of those who want to go onMonday 14th July or Tuesday 15th July.

Tickets will be £12, the Community Bus will be about £12 (tbc). We’ll leave the Odeon car park atabout 5pm and return at about 11pm. (Bring your own own food for a picnic on the lawns.)Mike Allen

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Digital WorldWE WELCOMED several new members to our first meeting of the year, on 10th January, includingone who has a new camera she didn't know how to use before we helped her and a very expertone who may be able to help us develop our editing, so you'll be in good company if you'd like tojoin us, however knowledgeable and skilful you may be!

Please bring your U3A membership card if you are joining us from a neighbouring U3A so that I cancheck that you're covered by our insurance and also your chequebook as we're following otherinterest groups by introducing a quarterly subscription of £12, covering six sessions, to simplifyregistration and payment of room fees.

And don't forget your camera, with a charged battery, and any photos you'd like members to discuss– on an SD card, memory stick or DVD as convenient.

It doesn't matter if you just use a simple point-and-shoot or a complex DSLR, we'll try to help. Soplease come along to Stanton Hill Baptist Church on a 2nd or 4th Friday at 2.00. David Ling (01623 822994)

ArtOUR MEETING on 18th December was fairly well attended by 11 eager arty members, presidedover by Michael Morton who gave a brief demo of a landscape he'd drawn out ready to paint.

We continued the theme of landscapes and at the coffee break, out came the mince pies, chocolatebrownies and iced fancies. A very pleasant session indeed. We are all at different levels ofexpertise, but the joy of creating an artwork of some kind is the key factor in our group.

Our next meeting will be on 21st January (10.00 -12.00) so come along to Big Barn Lane MethodistChurch and give it a go as we have a few places available.Linda Spray

Luncheon ClubLUNCHEON Club members brought their 2013 seasonto a close in traditional French manner at Launay's inEdwinstowe, where Alain Launay and his expert kitchenteam reinforced their reputation as one of the best formiles around.

Five courses of French classics were on offer to caterequally for the indulgent for whom the Christmas seasoncannot begin without oysters and those who preferred alighter lunch of simpler fare cooked beautifully andserved immaculately by Alison and her front of houseteam.

(One couple relaxed so much that they got half wayhome before they saved their blushes, and everyoneelse's, by returning to settle their bill!)

Our New Year lunch will see a return to 281 onNottingham Rd, where Brian and Barbara Harvey aresure to repeat their success of 2013. Bookings are stillopen for an attractive menu priced at £10.95 for 2 courses and £14.95 for 3, including coffee.

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But only 8 places remained at the time of writing so run to the Lunch Club table before they all go.

Then we'll be exploring new ground in February at the new Maypole in Wellow where new localowners have transformed the old and run-down Durham Ox into a very stylish bar/restaurantoffering quality home-cooked food.

Our special menu will offer 2 courses from £9.95 and 3 from.£14.95; details are on Lunch Clubtable and the website.David Ling

Singing for FunAS OUR granddaughter Suzy is expecting a baby in February, she will be taking 3 monthsoff from being our Choir Mistress. Our members want to continue with rehearsals & we arevery fortunate that Ann Irons has offered to take over until Suzy is back with us.

They have known each other since Suzy joined Cantamus when she was 9 years old. Youwill probably know that Ann has taken over the post Pamela Cook left vacant & is nowDirector of Cantamus. She is a lovely lady & don't worry, she knows our limitations & isaware that it is "Singing for Fun!".

The first rehearsal of 2014 was on Thursday January 9th at 6.30pm for 2 hours; John Sellarsplayed for us, as usual, & for a time Bellissima members will be joining us (bring your musicif you wish).

The venue is now the Chesterfield Rd South Methodist Chapel, on the corner of BrownlowRd; we are allowed to park all along Brownlow Rd.

Here's to lots of happy singing in the New Year.June Fell _________________________________________________________________________

Old computers may put you at riskI'VE JUST replaced two home computers that have served us well for many years because I don'twant to run the risk of being compromised by hackers via their outdated Microsoft XP operatingsystems when security updates cease in April so this may be a good time for you to consider yours.

The cost of the new laptop, including the latest Windows 8.1 operating system and professionaltransfer of everything from the old one was just over £300, which didn't seem much to pay for peaceof mind, especially as it lets me keep saving over £500 a year through cheap on-line purchases –and allows access TV catch-up services.David Ling______________________________________________________________________________

In case you missed it … An item from the December on-line edition.

I REMEMBER THE CHEESE OF MY CHILDHOODAnd the bread that we cut with a knife,

When the children helped with the housework,And the men went to work not the wife.

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The cheese never needed a fridge,And the bread was so crusty and hot,The children were seldom unhappy

And the wife was content with her lot.

I remember the milk from the bottle,With the yummy cream on the top,Our dinner came hot from the oven,And not from the fridge in the shop.

The kids were a lot more contented,They didn't need money for kicks,

Just a game with their mates in the road,And sometimes the Saturday flicks.

I remember the shop on the corner,Where a pen'orth of sweets was soldDo you think I'm a bit too nostalgic?

Or is it . . . . I'm just getting old?

I remember the 'loo' was the lav,And the bogy man came in the night,

It wasn't the least bit funnyGoing 'out back' with no light.

The interesting items we perused,From the newspapers cut into squares,

And hung on a peg in the loo,It took little to keep us amused.

The clothes were boiled in the copper,With plenty of rich foamy suds

But the ironing seemed never endingAs Mum pressed everyone's 'duds'.

I remember the slap on my backside,And the taste of soap if I swore

Anorexia and diets weren't heard ofAnd we hadn't much choice what we wore.

Do you think that bruised our ego?Or our initiative was destroyed?

We ate what was put on the tableAnd I think life was better enjoyed.

A member's contribution

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Sheila Townsend. It is with deep regret that we have learned that Sheila died suddenly on 7thJanuary. Funeral details will be on the website when we have them.

Carole Justice. We were also very sorry to have to report in the December on-line edition thatCarole passed-away on 4th December after a short illness. She served as Secretary, MinutesSecretary and on behalf of several interest groups. Her committal was on 19th December at Mans-field Crematorium.

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Speakers' CornerTHE JANUARY meeting is our annual Members' Day when members entertain us in various ways.______________________________________________________________________________Committee VacanciesDUE TO unforeseen circumstances, some vacancies have arisen on the committee for memberswho would like to be co-opted to help run our U3A until the AGM in September. Please contact theChairman or Vice Chairman if you might be interested.______________________________________________________________________________Dates for your diary (Check the website for more information and updates.)Sat. 22nd Feb. 2014: FUN QUIZ NIGHT at Queen Elizabeth's Academy. 6.30 . Tickets (£7.00 inc.refreshments but bring your own drinks and glasses) on sale at the January meeting._________________________________________________________________________

Event and Visit PaymentsMEMBERS are reminded that deposits and payments for events and visits organised by MansfieldU3A and its interest groups are non-refundable, but places so reserved may be offered to others.______________________________________________________________________________Changes of address, etc.PLEASE contact the membership secretary, Avril McGee (01623 452688), if you've changed youraddress, phone number or email since joining Mansfield U3A so that she can update our records.______________________________________________________________________________DisclaimerTHE VIEWS expressed here are those of the contributors, only, and do not necessarily reflect thoseof the editor, the committee of Mansfield U3A or the Third Age Trust. Nor can any responsibility beaccepted for members' announcements or any errors that may occur.______________________________________________________________________________Next IssuePLEASE SEND contributions for the February issue to mansfieldu3a@aol.com, or intypescript, to the editor as soon as you can and by 1st February at the latest. Thanks!______________________________________________________________________________

Editor: David Ling (01623 822994)

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