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Petersfield u3a members

Welcome to our latest e-newsletter, giving a quick summary of what’s happening within Petersfield u3a. To find out more, simply click onto the blue links to be taken straight to our website.

Stanley Holloway’s comedy and films

Stanley Holloway was best known for his comic songs and monologues, but he also appeared in over 60 films and was famous for his performance in ‘My Fair Lady’, both on stage and on screen. He died in 1982 in Littlehampton aged 90. Having delighted us in the past, Jonathan Jones will once again give a lively performance of Holloway’s comedy and life. As Farnham’s former town crier for many years, Jonathan can certainly project humour, so we should be in for a fun afternoon at the Community Centre, 2.30pm on 20 May.

Dates for your Diary

2.00pm – Tuesday 19 May 
Health Matters – Heartstart – your actions could save a life!
We are delighted to welcome back our member, Gerald Pilkington, for this talk. A few years ago, Gerald gave us a most interesting and informative talk and demonstration on what to do in a cardiac emergency. Time for a refresher!

2.30pm – Wednesday 20 May
Arts and Heritage – Stanley Holloway’s Comedy and Films presented by Jonathan Jones

4.30pm – 5.30pm – Wednesday 20 May
Hands-on science workshop – Bridging the energy gap: Are fruit and veg the answer? This fun physics session at Churcher’s College Science block will be led by Richard Hoe (Physics Teacher) and Victoria Clinkskel (Physics Technician). All are welcome; no previous scientific knowledge is required. Refreshments will be provided by Churcher's for early arrivals. Please reserve your free place immediately by emailing Science & Technology Convenor, Lin Piatek

2.00pm – Tuesday 26 May
Science and Technology – Chernobyl: Science, Society …and Vodka!
Professor Jim Smith on his experiences of working in areas around Chernobyl and his work in Ukraine on the re-use of contaminated lands.

10am to 12.30pm – Wednesday 27 May
Welcome Coffee Morning – All new and existing members are invited to join us for the next bi-monthly coffee morning to be held at Petersfield Community Centre on Please come along and meet fellow members, get help with any IT issues, meet members of the Committee and make new friends - all while enjoying a drink and unlimited biscuits!

Around & About

• Exciting new opportunity!  The Petersfield u3a Learning Grant Scheme is now live – this pilot scheme for 2026 offers interest groups an opportunity to apply for funding to support activities that will broaden or enrich members’ learning experiences. All the information you need is available on our website. Just click on this link. We look forward to hearing from you.
  
• Love getting creative with words? The popularity of the current Writing Group means it is bursting at the seams, so we are starting a second one and looking for three or four new members to join our welcoming group for all levels. Beginners and seasoned writers alike are warmly invited to write, listen, and learn together. If you're interested, then email Bernice O'Reilly for more information.
  
• A coach trip to the House of Commons is being organised for the Current Affairs Groups, and we have a few places available. Enjoy an unforgettable guided tour through Britain’s political heart, followed by a dedicated Q&A with your local MP, Damian Hinds and hear how Parliament works today. The coach leaves Petersfield at 08.15 am on Monday, 8 June, and the cost is £25. Places are extremely limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. A booking form is on the website. Closing date for applications is 22 May.
  
• Cribbage Group has vacancies for new players. We meet on the first Thursday of the month,10.15am at the Community Centre. If you’re new to the game, this friendly group will be happy to guide and encourage you. For more information, contact the group Convenor on the link https://petersfield.u3asite.uk/u3a_groups/cribbage/

Have Your Say

‘Connect’ always welcomes news and feedback from Petersfield u3a members by emailing the Connect Editor

To ensure the e-newsletter is easy and enjoyable to read and that the style is consistent, the copy is likely to be edited.

The next issue of ‘Connect’ will be emailed to you on Friday, 29 May, with a copy deadline for all contributions of Monday, 25 May.