1. 15 September 2015 15 Medi 2015 For your convenience these screen shots will appear on the Wrexham U3A website until 20 October 2015 WREXHAM WRECSAM

2. Future presentations 20 October The Hill Farmer Gareth Wyn Jones 17 November The Parks and Gardens of Clwyd Glynis Shaw 15 December Christmas Lunch – Llyndir Hall (bookings taken from July meeting)

3. Visits and Events 2015 dates 19 th Sept: Worcester Day Trip 26 th Sept: Birmingham Day Trip 22 nd Oct: Lunch at Coleg Cambria 13 th Nov: Tinsel and Turkey weekend ASK IN THE FOYER FOR FURTHER DETAILS.

4. Group Leaders’ Meeting 8 th September 2015 – A group leaders meeting was held which was followed by a meal at Glyndwr University. 9 th February 2016 – The next group leaders meeting will be held at 9:30am at The Memorial Club near Tesco. 24th February 2016 – 10 th Anniversary Celebration. Please see Pam Dean regarding information on Group Leaders’ involvement

5. Group News Poetry Group - has been established under the Leadership of Valerie Williams Meets on the first Monday of each month at 2.00 pm. Contact Val on 01978 756614 Reading Group 2 - has been reconvened under the Leadership of Chris Cripps Meets on the second Wednesday of each month Contact Chris on 01978 265458 Art Appreciation Maureen Chadwick leads this group. Contact Val Scott Meets on the second Monday of each month at St. Margaret’s Hall, Garden Village at 10 am. Contact Val on 01978 356709

6. Group News Walking Group: Monthly – Week 4 24 th September – Halkyn, Limestone and Lead Canal Walking 17th September – Colemere to Ellesmere Boathouse 15 th October – Caldy Park and Ride to Plough, Christleton

7. Group News Sewing Group – now meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 27 Poyser St. Contact: Concetta Scandariato on 01978 355312 for details. Family History - now in Training Room at Acton Community Centre Badminton – new members needed, please contact Rob and Pam Brown Vacancies – Reading Group. Contact: Liz Martin on 01978 261694 Sunday Lunch Group. Contact: Sheila Jardine on 01978 571761

8. New Group Knit and Natter Group This group meets on the 4 th Tuesday of the month at the Cunliffe Arms, Jeffreys Road (2.00-4.00 pm). Currently: Knitting for charity T4U (Teams4U) – helps communities across the world helping children. Donations of wool welcome. Spinning demonstration at November meeting. Members are asked to bring along their current project, any knitting patterns and books. Please see Pam Dean if you wish to join this group or if you have any spare wool to donate.

9. New Groups German Group Leader : Elizabeth Pettit Tel No. 01978-854519 Deputy Leader: Audrey Lockyer Tel No. 01978-790312 Venue: Cunliffe Arms, Jeffreys Road, Wrexham (Tesco Community room from April) When: Tuesday at 2.00pm (2 nd and 4 th week of month) Gardening Group 5 Leader : Lorna Grey Tel No: 01978-353450 Deputy Leader : Diane Hearn Tel No: 01978-358821 When: Second Tuesday of each Month at Members’ homes Please see newsletter for details of activities

10. New Groups Tap Dancing This group meets every Monday 3.15 – 4.45 pm at St Mary’s Catholic Church. Singing for Pleasure It is hoped to start this new group. Anyone interested Please see Margaret Hester. ‘Live’ Cinema Performances Please see Jan Evans if you would like to meet up with others who will be attending performances.

11. Group Leaders Wanted We urgently need Leaders for the following groups: Spanish Conversation 10 members have registered and one person has volunteered to help with the group. A contact in Mold U3A has offered assistance as to the framework for the group Psychology Member interest but no group leader. Film History Alan Coulson has a collection of film study material which he is willing to share. If anyone is interested in starting a group please contact Mary Woolley. If you are able to help with any of these groups please contact Pam Dean.

12. Other activities that may be of interest (not run by Wrexham U3A) Bridge for Beginners - Current course runs on a Thursday (1.00-3.00pm) at Age Connects, St Andrew’s House (behind Ramada Plaza). £3 per session. Call Andrew Mountain on 07980 118508 for details. Seniors exercise programme – currently running at Maes-y-Pant community woodland, Gresford/Marford Balane, flexibility, strength and cardio. I hour sessions Contact Claire on 07834 494818 for details. Small charge. Craft Contact: Frances Hughes 01244 570022 (note phone number) Acton Community Centre. First Wednesday. 10 am-noon

13. Some other Activities that may be of interest (not run by Wrexham U3A) 1. Age Connects NE Wales is based in Ellice Way (Yale Business Park), LL13 7YL (08450 549822) Courses include: Knitting and Crochet Computer Singing Learn to Draw Exercise Email: info@acnew.org.uk Website: www.acnew.org.uk 2. Tai Chi From Wednesday 3 June, Glyndwr Sports Centre (2-3 pm) info@acnew.org.ukwww.acnew.org.uk

14. These might be of interest North Wales Region U3A – Theme Day Date: Tuesday 20 October 2015 Time: 9:45 - 16:30 Topic: “It’s Good to be Green – North Wales Renewable Energy Projects” Venue: Glasdir Centre, Llanwrst Cost: £12.00 Interested members please see Mary Woolley.

15. Newsletter A PLEA TO GROUP LEADERS Items for the November Newsletter must be in the hands of the Editorial Team by Friday 23rd October 2015 at the latest Articles of 75-125 words ( with or without photos ) are being sought from the Study Groups. All members of the U3A should be kept informed about the quality work being undertaken in the Study groups, so please let us know what you do. Contact the Editorial Team via their email: edjan2@btinternet.com

16. Handbook 2015-16 This details our activities for the coming year Are there any courses you would like to see started? We are also aware that some male members may feel that there are not enough activities that may be of more interest to them Contact Pam Dean if you have an idea for a new group Erratum: Page 8. Peter Beddoes – 01978 359451

17. Our Speaker Today Bob Bostelmann Life as a Vet

18. Our Speaker in October Gareth Wyn Jones The Hill Farmer