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In addition to our monthly meetings, each with an interesting talk, we offer many different events, outings and holidays that you might like to come along on. Click on the event title to see the event detail.
The talk will be given by:- Jane Turner "The Watts Gallery - Artists' Village" Watts Gallery - Artists' Village is a unique Arts & Crafts gem nestled in the Surrey Hills. Discover stunning Victorian paintings and sculpture in the historic Watts Gallery before treating yourself to lunch or a cream tea in the Tea Shop.… Read More »Monthly Meeting – The Watts Gallery – The Artists’ Village
"A PASSION FOR DRAWING" by Colin Wiggins Drawing is the foundation stone of western art. In the 15th century artists used drawing to try out rough ideas before arriving at their final compositions. They made drawings from life that acted as studies for finished paintings. By the 16th century, artists like Leonardo and Michelangelo were… Read More »Surrey Network Study Day – A Passion for Drawing – Colin Wiggins
The talk will be given by:- Siobhan Clarke "The House of Romanov" During 1917, violent revolutions tore Russia apart, overturned the monarchy of Tsar Nicholas II and set in place a communist regime. This talk will cover the tragic series of events that led to the murder of the Russian Imperial Family at Ekaterinburg in… Read More »Monthly Meeting – The House of Romanov
ANNUAL SPRING QUIZ SATURDAY, 5 MARCH 2022 at The Old Barn Hall, Great Bookham 7.00 pm (sharp!) Tickets: £25pp Enjoy a delicious 2 course supper Bring your own drink, glasses, cutlery and of course your brains How about a U3A Group entry? (Maximum table size is 8) Full booking details are available HERE: The event… Read More »Spring Quiz
"ART AND OBJECTS OF THE MUGHAL EMPERORS" by Dr Ursula Weekes The Mughals established their dynasty in India in the early 16th century, in an empire that soon stretched from Kabul in the west, to Bengal in the east, and from Kashmir in the north, to the edges of the Deccan plateau in the south.… Read More »Surrey Network Study Day – Art and Objects of the Mughal Emperors – Dr Ursula Weekes
The talk will be given by:- Yvonne Saunders "Canine Partners" Our assistance dogs are trained to meet the needs of individuals with even the most complex physical disabilities. We currently help adults aged 18 and over (both civilians and former service personnel) who have a physical disability or condition that affects their daily life and… Read More »Monthly Meeting – Canine Partners
WEDNESDAY, 30 MARCH 2022 Matinee at – The Ambassadors Theatre, Woking Tickets: £36pp Coach pick up 13:30 at Lower Shott Car Park Price includes Theatre ticket and coach The event will take place at:
THURSDAY, 21 April 2022 This Special Memorial Event is in memory of Barbara and Roy Russell, who very generously left a significant bequest to Fetcham u3a. Charles Hanson, Stephanie Connell, Eric Knowles We will gather at 10:00 for coffee and tea. At 10:30 the "Experts" will each give an entertaining talk, lasting about 25 minutes.… Read More »Memorial Special Event (Free by Ticket)
"ILLUMINATED MANUSCRIPTS OF THE MEDIEVAL PERIOD " by Imogen Corrigan Imogen has a wide-ranging interest in medieval history which covers some 1,000 years and a geographical area from western Ireland to Constantinople, with an especial focus on ideas travelling and how the medieval mind-set might be examined through the art and artefacts left behind. This… Read More »Surrey Network Study Day – Illuminated Manuscripts of the Medieval Period – Imogen Corrigan
The talk will be given by:- Paul Barwick "The White Mouse" “The White Mouse” tells the story of WW2 spy Nancy Wake. A remarkable woman who lived with the daily threat of death for almost 5 years to help shorten the war for the allies. Her incredible courage and strength of purpose is an awe-inspiring… Read More »Monthly Meeting – The White Mouse