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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.

Free on Friday 25 July?
Then here’s an opportunity to travel by coach from Petersfield to visit a historic gem in Hertfordshire – so you won’t even have to worry about driving or parking!
Inside Hatfield House, an early 17th century house, you’ll be able to enjoy state rooms rich in paintings, fine furniture and tapestries. And the extensive grounds include the Elizabeth Oak where (it is said) Queen Elizabeth I first learned of her accession to the throne.
The trip is being organised by Arts & Heritage but is open to all Petersfield u3a members.
Tickets cost £42 and cover entrance to the House, the services of Tour Guides, and a gratuity for the driver.
The deadline for booking your place is Friday 20 June.

Dates for your Diary

There’s surely something for everyone at this month’s open meetings (featuring guest speakers) at Petersfield Community Centre:

Monday 9 June at 1pm
30th anniversary celebrations followed by a talk on the history of Portsmouth, WAITING LIST

Tuesday 17 June at 2pm
The ever-increasing importance of the pharmacist in optimising medicines for older adults

Wednesday 18 June at 2.30pm
Perambulations with Pepys – a man and his city

Tuesday 24 June at 2pm
The Art and Science of Astrophotography

And finally, the first Members Lunch proved so popular that it’s happening again!
On Tuesday 24 June at 12 noon all members are invited to meet upstairs at The Folly for a two-course £14 lunch. Booking is essential.

Around & About

• Herds of deer, ancient trees, a museum, a Roman villa, and stunning views and gardens were among the highlights of a spring break enjoyed by the Cycling for Fun group.
  Members were blessed with sunny weather for each of their four rides in and around the New Forest.
  The group is now looking forward to an autumn break in Dorset.
  New members would be most welcome.
• The 80th anniversary of VE Day was marked at a meeting of the Family History Group 2 with members sharing stories about what this day meant to their ancestors.
  This group meets at Petersfield Community Centre on the second Wednesday of the month. New members would be welcome to join in September (after the summer break).
  

Have Your Say

‘Connect’ always welcomes news from Petersfield u3a members via u3aeditorconnect@gmail.com. For example, if your group has been doing something special or you’re looking to boost your numbers, please share with us.

To make sure the e-newsletter is easy and interesting to read – and the style is consistent – copy is likely to be edited. The original version of any submission can be posted on the relevant page on our website and easily accessed from ‘Connect’ via a link.

The next issue of ‘Connect’ will be emailed to you on Saturday 21 June, with a copy deadline for all contributions of Tuesday 17 June.