WHAT'S ON
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This page shows the next main current events
happening in iU3A. But if you would like to find out more
about what's on across the London Region or at the National
level of The Third Age Trust or you would like to see
information about past meetings please use the links in the
box on the right.
iU3A Monthly Meetings: for the two
iU3A talks each month see the details below.
iU3A IT Support Meetings: once a month, see the group page for details here: IT Support Group
u3a 40th Anniversary Dates: watch out for our programme details that will be advertised here.
Monday 6 June, Picnic in the Park, from 2.00 until 5.00pm: to support the national programme of the u3a's 40th Anniversary celebrations, we'll be holding this birthday party on Highbury Fields. While soft drinks will be provided, food will be on a basis of 'bring and share'. We hope you will come along for part of the afternoon to meet other members for a natter and catch-up. We can't guarantee the weather but should be able to guarantee a bit of fun. We have 7 members now planning the event but if you want to help on the day please let Derek know (at events@islingtonu3a.org). We are also looking for a couple of large garden umbrellas for shade on the day. If you can provide (and transport to Highbury Fields) please let Derek know.
July, Outing to Rochester: the Romans built a bridge at Rochester across the River Medway on the route between London and Dover. Later, a cathedral was founded in the late 6th century by a follower of Augustine which was remodelled by the Normans soon after the Conquest. At the same time, a large castle was built to guard the important river crossing; it has a well-preserved keep. Dickens grew up in Rochester and the city is closely associated with his writings. Although incorporated into the unitary authority of Medway in 1998, Rochester still proudly calls itself a city. The Outing members will travel to Rochester by train from St Pancras. The journey takes 40 minutes and costs £18.90 return or £11.90 with Senior Railcard. We are booking a walking tour of the city covering the castle grounds, cathedral precincts and the fine main street. The tour will cost £5.00 for each member.
We look forward to escorting members on the Outing to this interesting small city.
Summer Party: details to follow
u3a Open Day: details to follow
Monthly Meetings, Speakers Programme
See below (left-hand column) to see if the Monthly Meetings is in person only, or a 'hybrid' form (ie you can attend in person at Resource for London Centre, 356 Holloway Road, N7 6PA or online through Zoom) or only online. The main Talk will start at 10.30 am and run to 11.30am and it's suggested you are present at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. There will only be the one topic, the main speaker. When relevant the Zoom invitation for that meeting will be sent to all members via the Bulletin.
As a trial the end of the Month talks will be live (in person) only (not hybrid).
iU3A IT Support Meetings: once a month, see the group page for details here: IT Support Group
u3a 40th Anniversary Dates: watch out for our programme details that will be advertised here.
Monday 6 June, Picnic in the Park, from 2.00 until 5.00pm: to support the national programme of the u3a's 40th Anniversary celebrations, we'll be holding this birthday party on Highbury Fields. While soft drinks will be provided, food will be on a basis of 'bring and share'. We hope you will come along for part of the afternoon to meet other members for a natter and catch-up. We can't guarantee the weather but should be able to guarantee a bit of fun. We have 7 members now planning the event but if you want to help on the day please let Derek know (at events@islingtonu3a.org). We are also looking for a couple of large garden umbrellas for shade on the day. If you can provide (and transport to Highbury Fields) please let Derek know.
July, Outing to Rochester: the Romans built a bridge at Rochester across the River Medway on the route between London and Dover. Later, a cathedral was founded in the late 6th century by a follower of Augustine which was remodelled by the Normans soon after the Conquest. At the same time, a large castle was built to guard the important river crossing; it has a well-preserved keep. Dickens grew up in Rochester and the city is closely associated with his writings. Although incorporated into the unitary authority of Medway in 1998, Rochester still proudly calls itself a city. The Outing members will travel to Rochester by train from St Pancras. The journey takes 40 minutes and costs £18.90 return or £11.90 with Senior Railcard. We are booking a walking tour of the city covering the castle grounds, cathedral precincts and the fine main street. The tour will cost £5.00 for each member.
We look forward to escorting members on the Outing to this interesting small city.
Summer Party: details to follow
u3a Open Day: details to follow
Monthly Meetings, Speakers Programme
See below (left-hand column) to see if the Monthly Meetings is in person only, or a 'hybrid' form (ie you can attend in person at Resource for London Centre, 356 Holloway Road, N7 6PA or online through Zoom) or only online. The main Talk will start at 10.30 am and run to 11.30am and it's suggested you are present at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. There will only be the one topic, the main speaker. When relevant the Zoom invitation for that meeting will be sent to all members via the Bulletin.
As a trial the end of the Month talks will be live (in person) only (not hybrid).
DATE |
MONTHLY MEETING PROGRAMME: |
26 May live only |
Robin Nicholson CBE: The Impact of
Climat![]() |
9 June online only |
Veronica Cecil: Drums on th![]() |
23 June live only |
Lloyd Peck: How do animals adapt ![]() |
7 July online only |
Caroline Bressey: Living together
in Victorian![]() |
28 July live only |
Susan Friesner: Interpreting
Shakes![]() |
The full year's schedule can be viewed here: Monthly Meeting Dates
Outings
While these have been limited recently due to the pandemic we hope to start a fuller Outings programme in 2022. Outings are organised from time to time by members to places of interest in London and the Home Counties. Destinations are varied and can always be reached by public transport, usually within the Freedom Pass Zone, but occasionally a bit further afield. If you want to arrange a visit, please contact Judith at outingscoord.iu3a@gmail.com Have a look on our Recent News webpage for a brief report of our visit to Audley Retirement Village. Forthcoming Outings are advertised in the Members' Bullletin.
Coffee Mornings


Pub Lunches
iU3A's pub lunches provide an opportunity
for members to meet each other in a social atmosphere. They
take place monthly, around Islington. If you are buying a
lunch the cost is around £10 to £12 with drinks being extra.
If you'd like to come along to one of these please email
Andy Watson here
for more information or to reserve your place.

Details of the Pub Lunch Groups schedule can be found in Beacon or in the Bulletins.