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Acrylic Art
When
Alternate Thursdays
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:00
Information
Members paint subjects of their own choice with help and advice from the leader.
Art Group
When
Weekly Monday
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:00
Information
Art for Beginners and Experienced artists.
Badminton
When
Weekly Wednesdays
Normally meets
16:00 to 18:00
Information
A mix of abilities and we take care to pair people to ensure everyone gets a good game
Big Debate
When
monthly
Normally meets
14:00 to 15:30
Information
A chosen subject is debated by a For, Against and Chaired by volunteer members
Book Club
When
3rd Tuesday monthly
Normally meets
14:00 to 15:00
Information
Enrich your reading and make new friends through the love of reading
Bridge
When
Tuesday weekly
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:15
Information
Beginners bridge and those that have played and wish for a refresher. See the calendar for term dates.
Card Making
When
Wednesdays fortnightly
Normally meets
10:00 to 12:00
Information
Chinese Brush Painting
When
Alternate Wednesdays
Normally meets
10:30 to 12:30
Information
Chinese Brush Painting is mainly line art painted in ink with water colour as a secondary medium
Craft Workshop
When
1st Wednesday monthly
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:00
Information
Craft workshops we have held include, Quilling, Decoupage, Christmas Decorations, Japanese Paper Folding, Embroidered Cards
Cribbage
When
Alternate Thursdays
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:00
Information
Non players, novices and experienced players are all welcome as we have experienced players willing to teach
Current Affairs
When
Alternate Tuesdays
Normally meets
11:00 to 12:30
Information
Discuss the news; local, national and international. How does it affect you? Your opinions and comments.
Digital Photography Forum
When
Tuesdays Sept - June
Normally meets
10:30 to 12:30
Information
Get more out of your photography by understanding how to get the effect you want
DIY Investment
When
Alternate Wednesdays
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:00
Information
Manage your own investments and cut out the bankers, accountants and financial advisers
Dog Walking
When
Alternate Wednesdays
Normally meets
10:30 to 12:00
Information
Walks are typically 1-1 ½ hours often ending up in a café or pub for coffee / lunch
Family History
When
Alternate Wednesdays
Normally meets
10:00 to 11:30
Information
Interested in Family History? Beginner or expert? This fortnightly forum is the place to meet
Folk Dance Group
When
Alternate Fridays
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:00
Information
The dances suit any age, gender and ability even if you think you have two left feet!
Garden Matters
When
Alternate Mondays
Normally meets
14:00 to 15:30
Information
Our meetings include discussions, demonstrations, presentations and even seed growing challenges. We also make visits to members gardens in the summer.
Guitars Plus
When
Weekly Friday
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:00
Information
Mainly for guitarists but also for vocalists, portable instruments, simple percussion to accompany the music
Health & Wellbeing
When
Various
Information
History
When
Alternate Tuesdays
Normally meets
11:00 to 12:30
Information
No previous knowledge of history is required, a very friendly group of people from all backgrounds
Jazz Appreciation
When
1st Wednesday monthly
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:00
Information
Swing, be-bop, big bands, specialist instrumentalists, as well as traditional styles
Jewellery Workshop
When
3rd Friday monthly
Normally meets
10:00 to 12:00
Information
This group runs as a Workshop that is open to any member who may wish to attend. A small extra charge is made to cover the materials provided. Booking is essential.
Knitting group
When
Alternate Wednesdays.
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:00
Information
We are happy to welcome beginners, experienced knitters and everything in between
Mens Discussion group
When
Alternate Wednesdays
Normally meets
10:30 to 12:00
Information
Enjoy the company, have fun and help to adapt to this changing world.
Pickleball
When
weekly Monday
Normally meets
16:00 to 18:00
Information
An opportunity for members to play this new game that’s suitable for all ages and abilities
Quiz
When
2nd Wednesday alternate month
Normally meets
14:15 to 16:15
Information
All members are welcome to join in the u3a bi monthly quiz
Reading Group
When
2nd Wednesday monthly
Normally meets
11:00 to 12:30
Information
Be a part of our Reading Group and enlarge your reading experience
Rummikub
When
Alternate Thursdays
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:00
Information
The intention of the group is to be slightly competitive, yet light hearted and fun. Beginners are welcome
Sugarcraft
When
Monthly - see website
Normally meets
10:00 to 12:00
Information
Sugarcraft is the wonderful art of making lifelike flowers, models and cakes from sugar
Sugarcraft for Christmas
When
Alternate Mondays
Normally meets
10:00 to 12:00
Information
Make, marzipan and ice a cake for Christmas. To be made in class, cooked at home.
Table Tennis
When
Weekly Friday
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:00
Information
Come along and join us for some competitive and fun games mixed with a good dose of laughter. Mixed abilities
Tea and cake
When
2nd Wednesday alternate month
Normally meets
14:15 to 16:15
Information
All members and friends are welcome at The Hub cafe for a get together with tea/coffee and cake
The Electric Band
When
2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month
Normally meets
13:00 to 17:00
Information
The group is for people who can already play their instruments above the beginner level. Mostly for Electronic Instruments like electric guitars, electro-acoustic guitars, keyboards or any instrument that can be played through an amp. This includes wind instruments that can be played through a mic. You do not have to read music as most of the music sheets will be lyrics and chords.
The Folk Circle
When
Monthly on the 3rd Wednesday
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:00
Information
The Folk Circle is for anyone interested in keeping alive the folk tradition of shared music, story and song, played simply for enjoyment in a friendly and supportive environment.
Travel Group
When
Variable
Information
Travel with Verwood u3a. Trips to some amazing venues with your u3a friends.
Travel Through My Lens
When
3rd Thursday monthly
Normally meets
10:30 to 12:00
Information
u3a members share their travel experiences using photos and video Contact emails: travel.colin@verwoodu3a.org.uk or travel.carolyn@verwoodu3a.org.uk
Ukulele
When
Weekly
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:00
Information
Aimed at amateur ukulele players with at least some basic knowledge
Ukulele: Beginners
When
Alternate Tuesdays
Normally meets
13:00 to 14:00
Information
For people who are new to the ukulele or finding it difficult to move beyond basic cords
Ukulele: Intermediate
When
Fortnightly
Normally meets
13:00 to 14:00
Information
An intermediate ukulele group that fits between the beginners and main ukulele groups.
Watercolour Art
When
Alternate Thursdays
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:00
Information
Explore and expand your abilities in this medium.
Womens Discussion group
When
Alternate Thursdays
Normally meets
10:30 to 12:00
Information
We discuss a topic chosen by one of the group and often augmented by others and interesting days out.
Writers Circle
When
Alternate Tuesdays
Normally meets
14:00 to 16:00
Information
The key words are “Enjoyment” and “Improvement”, for all to embrace
Yoga
When
Thursdays 5:30 ~ 6:30: Check website for dates
Normally meets
17:30 to 18:30
Information
Yoga classes for mixed ability.
Yoga - Chair
When
Thursdays 4.15 - 5.15pm Check website for dates
Normally meets
16:15 to 17:15
Information
Chair yoga classes for mixed ability.
