Please see attached flyer for an interesting event to be held on Zoom by TVN; they have an ongoing programme of events that might be of interest to our members and groups.
Their main site is here.
Community Radio for our U3A – Every Tuesday at 12.00
Audio Visual Support Wanted
Calling Audio Visual enthusiasts – our tech support Steve would like to find a few people to act as backup for Open Meetings. On some occasions he is not available to set up the audio and projector facilities, and would like to have a backup for those times. If you are interested, please contact Steve for further information.
Third Age Trust – Online Learning
The Third Age Trust runs a regular series of Online Learning Events. These are held on Zoom and are normally free; U3A members will need to book a place via a link to Eventbrite. Information is on the page here.
Sound Advice – Hearing Information for the Community Centre
We now have some detailed information on how best to access the audio facilities in the Community Centre for those who have hearing difficulties. Can be seen as item 9 here.
Line Dancing Group – Renewed
The Line Dancing group previously running at the Youth Centre is due to be restarted next Wednesday the 21st October with a social line dancing format. Anyone interested please contact the organisers by email.
Handbells Group – New Members Needed
Our U3a handbells group is very keen to welcome and encourage new members. Being able to read music is not essential. They will give you plenty of help and encouragement so you can be part of the team.
At the next Open Meeting on Wednesday the 23rd September at the Buckingham Community Centre, members from the Handbells group will have a slot just before the speaker to give a short demonstration. Why not come along, see the bells, hear the music and ask any questions you may have?
Additionally there are two “come and try” sessions on Monday 28th September and Monday 5th October, at 2.30 pm at Gawcott Chapel.
The group meets each Monday afternoon from 2.30 to 4.00 at Gawcott Chapel, Main Street, Gawcott MK18 4HL. You can email them here.
Thames Valley U3a Network – Events
The TVN in Thames Valley offers a series of interesting events, mostly held on Zoom, full details including how to apply, can be found here. There is a talk about China on 16th September, followed on 25th by an Autumn Quiz.
Newsletter Editor Request
Our Newsletter Editor would like to find someone to shadow her by assisting on the production of the next Buckingham U3a newsletter with a view to stepping into the role at a later stage. If you are interested in knowing more please contact Sheryl.
Research Study into Causes of Worry in over 65s
A request has been received for volunteers to take part in a research study aimed at over 65s looking into causes and effects of worry.
The attached flyer explains a bit more about it:
You can get more information here:
U3a Getaways
The Third Age Trust have just announced some holidays for U3a members which can be seen here: they are bookable online and can be seen here.
Research Study Invitation – for Adults with Hearing Difficulties in Noisy Environments
Please find attached an invitation to take part in a research study, which aims to look at adults with hearing difficulties, especially in noisy environments. If you are interested in taking part you can follow the link in the attached flier to sign up. It’s an online study carried out by a researcher at the University of Nottingham.
Cyber Security Advice from TV Police/Survey Link
Our Open Meeting speaker this week came from Thames Valley Police and has provided the attached information on how to keep yourself safe online. This includes some useful sites to visit. You can download the leaflet here.
If you are one of the attendees at the meeting please do follow this link to the survey.
Updated New Groups Page
Please follow this link to see the latest page with proposed new groups. If you are interested you can email the organiser.