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BARNSLEY AND DISTRICT U3ASPRING 2017

Barnsley U3A’s partnership with Age UK Barnsleyis proving a winner for all involved.Pauline Kimantas, Chief Executive Officer of AgeUK Barnsley spoke at the January meeting.

WELCOME TOJOAN WORDLEY

SHE’S OUR

900THMEMBER IN 2016-17

www.u3asites.org.uk/barnsley

REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1077654

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First of all let me say a big thank you to all the Let me move now to talkmembers who were able to give their time in about the Beacon Mem-attending the February Special General Meet- bership System whiching. We needed to have 15% of the member- you will recall we in-ship present in order to vote on the option to stalled early last year.reduce our annual subscription level. In the One of the many advan-event we had over 150 people there which tages of the system ismeant that we were able to approve the reduc- that our Group Co-tion from £15 to £12. The question of the num- ordinators can now emailber of members attending was critically impor- all members within theirtant as this is the requirement set out in our groups for whom we holdconstitution which is a legally binding docu- an email address. I know that many Co-ment. ordinators are taking advantage of this facility

and some are using it on a regular basis toAnyway the end product is that we have now inform their members of a range of group ac-reduced our annual subscription to £12 and tivity related issues. At a corporate level Ithis will take effect immediately. The renewal have sent three or four messages around toprocess which starts from the beginning of our 700+ emailable members and this seemsMarch is in preparation for our new member- to have worked well without too many prob-ship year which formally commences on April lems. I am explaining this because I think1st. Elsewhere in this edition of the Buzz is an there would be added benefit if I was to sendexplanation of the payment process and the a more regular update around letting youoptions available for members to renew their know of what is happening within our U3A. Atsubscriptions. present our main way of notifying members ofwhat is happening is through our brilliantThose who attend the monthly meetings willBuzz, but this only comes out once per quar-recall that I always welcome new and prospec-ter and sometimes there are things that mem-tive members after asking for a show of handsbers may wish to know about but which occurto check if any are present. Well, having seensoon after the Buzz is printed. I will, there-the number of hands being raised at the Feb-fore, try to send a more regular email whereruary meeting I was a bit taken aback by thethere is something to tell you. This might belarge numbers in attendance. The fact is thatabout potential new groups, travel and socialwe are growing quickly and, as I write, I seeevents and anything else which might comethat we now have 891 current members. Thisto mind as important for you to know. Foris fantastic at one level and shows that wethose of you without email, be assured thatmust be doing something right. However, suchyou will not be forgotten. One of our projectsnumbers bring their own pressures. I think thatin the coming months is to try to set up ait would be very disappointing if people were‘buddying’ system to ensure that electronicenlisting in order to join a particular activitymessages have the widest possible coverageonly to find that the group providing them withamongst our members.the opportunity was full. Unfortunately this can

happen. However, we are committed to less- Another initiative to mention is our intention toening the impact of full groups and we will be offer a range of computer training modules forstriving to continue to manage these situations members. These are likely to be shortby creating replica or duplicate groups in order courses and a detailed explanation of whatto provide members with other options where we are thinking is shown elsewhere in thethe problems exist. Buzz.We are intending to put extra effort into this inthe coming months and our new Development So there’s plenty happening and I am sureOfficer, Mac McKechnie, will be leading a that you will all continue to benefit from yoursmall group on committee who will be pursuing membership of our vibrant U3A.this matter. Alan Swann

Please ensure John McKinnon, Membership Sec, is informed of any members who are no longer with us

in order to prevent unnecessary correspondencebeing sent and causing further distress.

BARNSLEY AND DISTRICT U3A Page 3SPRING 2017

Editorial CONTENTSFollowing the sad news of the deaths of sev-eral of our members during last Christmas and 2. Chairman’s Messagethe new year, I was asked why the Welfare 3. Contents. EditorialOfficers had not been replaced. I recom- 4. Key Issues from Committee Meetingsmended that they looked at the response to

5. Dates for your Diary. Stringalongsthe news on Facebook.....so many comments6. Worker Bee for Buzz. Traveland offers of condolences ..... and to the pres-7. Membership Renewalsence of so many BU3A members at the funer-8. Developmentals. We are each our BU3A's Welfare Officers,

each finding our own way of offering support 9. Social. French Conversationto those bereaved, not only the family but our 10. German. Picking up your Buzzown BU3A family members. 11. Old BlowersThrough Facebook we have also been asked 12. Tuesday Book Forum. Table/Boardto actively support fellow members who are Gamesstruggling with health problems, to keep in 13. Crackerjack and Writing Letterstouch so that they know we are concerned for 14. Flix at Sixthem and offer our support. 15. Summer Break and LearningAs with all matters U3A, we are a collective,

Local Historysupportive organisation, each taking responsi-16. Bird Watching. Old Money Quizbility and contributing to the welfare of all17. I.T. Questionnaire.members.18. Post BoxOn behalf of BU3A members, I offer condo-

lences to the families of Derrick Colman, Mary 19. AGM Notice. Regional Trustee Op-Gaimster, Maureen Oades, Christine Wragg portunityand Ken Brown. Our collective good wishes 20. Poems. Quiz answersgo to Ian and Anne Smith, Roger Williams and 21. Buses to venuesRoy Marsden and to other BU3A members 22. Recordersprivately coping with their own difficulties. 23. Scams! Poem

24. The Winner is ..26. Creative Writing. Relax Group27. Tuesday Gardeners. Knitting28. New German group. Out and About29. Tuesday Walks30. Hull - UniverCity of Culture31. Poem32. Crown Green Bowls33. Bus Pass Walks34. NatureQuest. Thursday Gardeners35. Thursday Walks36. Cycling37. Wednesday Ramblers38. Group Venues39-43 Calendar of activities

Photograph submitted by Mac McKechnie

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• Following a healthy financial report, the committee approved an Extra-ordinaryGeneral Meeting to propose a reduction in the Annual Subscription to £12.

• Co-ordinators to be invited to request funding for new equipment where this willhelp with the running of their group.

• The Beacon system is working well and most members have now provided emailaddresses, further appeal for email contact information to be made.

• Need for a Welfare Officer role to be given further consideration at the Co-ordinators meeting.

• The work of identifying disabled access at our venues is ongoing. All the details arebeing made available on the website.

• Purchase of IT equipment could be approved if it is found that enough membersrequire training.

• Consideration also to be given to possible links with Age UK who have coursesavailable at their Queens Road office.

• Geoff Pike to stand down as Development Officer. Mac McKechnie agreed to takeon the role. The committee consider this job may be too big for one person so anappeal is to go out for other volunteers.

• It was agreed that a mileage allowance of 25p a mile plus car parking costs can beclaimed by committee members not able to use public transport when formally re-quested to represent BU3A at events taking place outside the Borough.

• Need to review the combinations of group names to make it more understandableto use the listings and calendars etc.

• Age UK Barnsley has appointed two people to look at the problem of isolation in thePenistone area. A meeting to be set up with Age UK in order that we can workclosely with them on this project.

WELCOME to NEW Honeydew HouseMEMBERS: COLWYN BAY

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www.northwalesholidaycottages.cNewton, Mike Newton, Sharon Goodwin,Asha Ravi, Anne Stewart, Barbara o.ukJervis, Vicki Kemp, Barbara Kaye, DerekKaye, Bernice Hooley, Margaret Wilkin- Bookings can be made from thisson, Danny Wilkinson, Mary Smith, site or tel: 01492 582492David Smith and Joan Wordley.

THE STRINGALONGS ENTERTAIN“The annual Senior Citizens lunch at the Burghwallis produced a few surprises that would rock both Strictly Come Dancing and the X Factor. This year the atmosphere was bolstered by the perform- ance of a group of 12 in a ukulele band and the surprise appearance of the vicar Rev Richard Walton singing “Im getting married in the morning” and Councillor Dave Maxwell’s hula skirt swayed to the rendition of “She wears red feathers and a hula hula skirt. These hidden talents delighted the pensioners who also enjoyed the festive lunch.”

Taken from Burghwallis Parish Council website

BARNSLEY AND DISTRICT U3A Page 5DATES FOR YOUR DIARYSPRING 2017

MARCH 2017Mon 6th 1.30pm Monthly Meeting/Buzz Priory CampusWed 15th 10am Regional Study Day at SaltaireFri 17th 9.30am Executive Committee Emmanuel ChurchWed 22nd 10am Regional Study Day at SaltaireAPRIL 2017Mon 3rd 1.30pm Monthly Meeting Priory Campus

The Facebook Group EntertainsFri 7th 7.30pm Ceilidh Social Barugh Green WMCThurs 13th 6.30pm New Members’ Evening Priory CampusFri 21st 9.30am Executive Committee Emmanuel ChurchThurs 27th 10.30am YAHR AGM Doncaster Trades CentreMAY 2017Mon 8th 1.30pm Monthly Meeting Priory Campus

Magic Group: Before Your Very EyesThurs 11th 10am Coordinators Meeting Priory CampusFri 12th DEADLINE FOR BUZZ ENTRIESFri 19th 9.30am Executive Committee Emmanuel ChurchJUNE 2017Mon 5th 1.30pm Monthly Meeting/Buzz Priory Campus

AGMThurs 8th 6.30pm New Members’ Evening Priory CampusFri 16th 9.30am Executive Committee Emmanuel Church

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Hello, this is just a brief note to introduce myself. I’mTrevor Winslow, recently retired after a varied career rang-ing from china clay in Cornwall via offshore pipelines in theNorth Sea and infrastructure maintenance in Scotland tocompany secretary in Sheffield. Some of you will know my wifeSue who has been a member of U3A for a few years and attendsgroups like Posh Puds and Jewellery.I have only recently become a member of U3A and have not joinedany groups yet - so many to choose from! I have “volunteered” togive Sue Stokes a hand with the Buzz - it’s a steep learning curvebut hopefully I will be useful soon. It would help me to find myway around if you could copy me on any Buzz related informationyou send to Sue. My email address is [email protected]

DAY TRIPSFriday March 17th

Afternoon meal and cabaret at Oswaldtwistle Mills to celebrate St Patrick’s Day£27 per person. There are still a few places availableFriday May 12th

Day out in the beautiful traditional seaside town of Llandudno. Fantastic views from theGreat Orme £12 per personWednesday September 21st

A day out in the beautiful city of Chester. Enjoy the culture it provides or if youwish you could choose to go to Cheshire Oaks for shopping. £11We are now taking bookings for Llandudno and Chester

TOURSFriday June 2nd to 4th

London Weekend at the 4* Tower Hotel English breakfast 3 daysTwin/double £219 Single £339 (includes the Shard and Hampton Court)Tuesday August 15th to 17th

Edinburgh Tattoo –with time in Glasgow as well 4* Westerwood Spa and GoldHotelTwin/double £249 Single £289 (includes Tattoo ticket)Friday November 17th to 19th

Thursford Christmas Spectacular 4* Dunston Hall HotelTwin/double £249 Single £289 (includes ticket to show)

SAVE THE DATE: JUNE 10TH 2018: CORNWALL

Please ring Lynn (details on the contact list) or come and ask at the Travel Tableat each monthly meeting at Priory Campus

Our first overnight trip toLongleat to see the

wonderful lantern displaywas highly enjoyable.

BARNSLEY AND DISTRICT U3APage 7SPRING 2017

Annual Membership Fee is £12 p.a.

Annual membership renewal takes effect from lst April. Members can renewtheir subscriptions from lst March onward and are encouraged to renewpromptly.Renewals received after 30th April will incur a £5.00 late payment charge.

RENEWAL ONLINE: It is easy to renew on our website.Log onto: http://u3asites.org.uk/barnsley/home.Select the MEMBERS tab and select MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL.Payment is by Debit/Credit Card, BACS or PayPal.You will need to have a current registered e-mail address with us.If you have any queries, or don’t know their membership number – pleasecontact the Membership Secretary – full details below.

Please note you can only renew your membership on-line. If you want topay for other services – posting of Buzz (Barnsley U3A’s Membership Maga-zine) and TAM (National U3A Magazine) subscriptions, these must be paid fordirect to the Membership Secretary.For details of costs and delivery options, contact the Membership Secretary.

RENEWAL BY FORM:A printed Renewal Form is included with the March Buzz. Alternatively, theform can be picked up at the March or April Monthly Meetings or at Age UKBarnsley on Eldon Street.The completed form together with a cheque can be submitted in person atthe above meetings or posted to the Membership Secretary: full details be-low.Renewal by FORM allows you to order posting of the Buzz and TAM.

Membership Secretary:John MacKinnon, Millisle, 48 Wakefield Road, Staincross, Barnsley S75 6JYTelephone: 01226 390128 Mobile: 07500 351927Email: [email protected]

COSTS

Posting 4 Buzz (June, September, December, March) £5

Third Age Matters (5 copies April 2017 - Mar 2018) £2.40

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Geoff Pike is standing down as the Development Of-ficer and Mac McKechnie is taking over the reins.

We thank Geoff for all his efforts and wish Mac allthe best in his new role.

Hi Everyone, My name is Mac McKechnie, and I am looking forward to the challenge of be-ing BU3A’s Development Officer. I am not yet aware of all the tasks I should be doing, butwill do my best to grow into the role. Above all, and above any written “task list”, I hope to bea resource to the group, as I believe that we must be constantly evolving, evaluating, devel-oping and changing to meet the needs of individual members.A main part of my role, as I see it, is encouragement and supporting Group Coordinators tomore fully utilise the benefits of the “Beacon” communication tool and make it work for us.Our Chairman talks a lot about “making eye contact” as an effective communication tool, andhe makes a very good point - we do need volunteers to step forwardfrom time to time to coordinate groups etc. I do think a large part of myrole is to support new volunteers whilst they establish groups, or newlycoordinate existing groups when change happens.Any member please feel free to contact me at any time. I shall not leavemy contact number here (it is on the Contact List that comes with theBuzz), but you can contact me at: [email protected] much development news to report on (or there probably is, but being new in post I don’tknow it yet):• “Relax Group” starting (see details elsewhere in the Buzz)• The Conversational German Group is now full and a second group is starting (see ad-

vert)• It is nearly Crown Green Bowling Season. The Groups meet Monday to Friday. You

can play as a “casual” member as and when you choose, or in a league. Contact anyCrown Green Bowling Coordinator listed in the Contact List for costs and more informa-tion.

• I understand the “Old Blowers” (brass instruments group) are seeking a new tubaplayer, or anyone who is interested in playing a brass instrument.

• Magic Group are seeking new members.Spaces available• Posh Puds - Helen Webber and Chrissie White are pleased to announce Posh Puds

will run from THURSDAY 23rd March. It will take place in Chrissie’s home from 10amuntil 12noon on 6 consecutive weeks. Anyone interested should contact Chrissie orplace their name on the interest list which is available at the monthly meeting.

• Bread Making Group will be starting at Birdwell Centre 1-3pm on April 4th, then 11th,18th, 25th, May 2nd, 9th and 16th. If you are interested please contact Chris North(number is on Contact List)

• Poetry Group - if you want to join the Poetry Group which meets on the third Thursdayof the month from 1pm contact Michael Midgley (number on Contact List)

• There has been some suggestion of a Dominoes Group; some dominoes playing isavailable with the Board Games Group - contact Martin King through the Contact List

Darts - it has been agreed to shelve darts for the time being. However, if there is a resur-gence of interest, please let me know and we can revisit this.

Please note: The Third Age Friends Group is no longer running. The Coordinator hashad to stand down and no-one has come forward to run the group.


HELP WANTEDThe Social Committee are

looking for additionalmembers to help plan thesocial calendar, sell raffletickets, organise venues,

book performers, plan theannual dinner, etc. Contact

Chrissie White or JohnMcKinnon for further

information

French ConversationWe listened to the song ‘Tu es le soleil de ma vie’ sung by Sacha Distel and BrigitteBardot, the week before St Valentine’s Day, and this inspired us all to contribute tothe following poem-

Tu es le soleil de ma vie You are the sunshine of my lifeTu es la crème anglais dans mon dessert You are the custard in my dessertTu es mon mécanicien favori You are my favourite mechanicTu es la joie dans mon coeur You are the joy in my heartTu es le bonheur de mon jour You are the happiness of my dayTu es l’amour de ma vie You are the love of my lifeTu es chaque souffle que je prends You are each breath that I takeTu es les bulles dans mon champagne You are the bubbles in my champagneEt la cerise dans mon cocktail And the cherry in my cocktailTu es le sucre dans mon thé You are the sugar in my teaTu es la crème sur mon gâteau You are the cream on my cakeTu es la réponse de mes prières You are the answer to my prayersTu es l’eau dans ma douche You are the water in my showerTu es l’étincellement dans mes yeux You are the sparkle in my eyesTu es le diamant dans ma bague You are the diamond in my ringTu es la confiture dans mon beignet T You are the jam in my doughnutu es le soleil de ma vie You are the sunshine of my lifeTous les jours. All the days.Tous les mois. All the monthsToujours…… Always……

Gloria King, Co-ordinator

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ConversationalGerman Group

ü Going to Germany on Holiday?ü Want to learn a new language?ü Want to learn at an easy pace?ü Want to have a laugh whilst learning?ü Want to be in at the start of a new group, and help it develop?

This latest group within Barnsley U3A, is the new ConversationalGerman Group, and has had meetings in January and February, andguess what? At the time of writing this (Mid February) the group is full,and just about to start a waiting list.

We meet every other Thursday 2.00pm – 4.00pm atAlder Close Community Centre in Mapplewell.Why not arrange to visit us if you are not a group memberand see what we do?Feel free to contact Mac McKechnie by email at:[email protected]

If any member is unable topick up their copy of TheBuzz from the Monday

monthly meeting at PrioryCampus, copies will be avail-able from Age UK Barnsley

offices on Eldon Street, oppo-site the Parkway Cinema,

from the Wednesday. Mem-bers will be asked to sign forcopies taken; they will be al-lowed to take copies on be-

half of other members.

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As we get older it’s common knowledge that our braincells begin to die off, disappear or just plain give up onus!! Forgetful? Now where did I put that receipt? Whathave I come in the bedroom for? Oh what was hisname! I can’t remember?Does this ring a bell? It does with me, and so I had thisidea last summer when I was in the middle of organis-ing our anniversary event, of doing something aboutthis. There is clear evidence backed up by the medicalprofession, that the best way to keep Dementia at bayis to exercise the brain. They say that to learn a differ-ent language or learn to read music and play an instru-ment is one of the best ways to keep the brain cells active.

Well, if this is true, then I could help our members to stave off the onset of Dementia andAlzheimer’s , because of my musical experience and background. That said, I decided toestablish a group called the ‘Old Blowers’ and so in November of 2016 some 12 of ourmembers joined up to form the ‘Old Blowers’Now what surprised me more than anything was the enthusiasm of our members. We be-gan by teaching them the fundamental rudiments of music, this was simply learning to ‘read’the basic musical meanings, understanding the notes, and what they meant. This took upthe first hour of the sessions followed by the fun bit - actually picking up a brass instrumentand making a sound!

Fast forward 8 weeks, (take out two weeks forChristmas) and we have an ensemble that is nowreading and playing music!! Ask me if I am im-pressed, you bet I am. Ask the Old Blowers them-selves if they are enjoying the experience - you betthey are!! Get ready because it is my intention thatwe will be performing in front of our members bythe summer of 2017.I am so very proud!Max Senior, Coordinator ‘Old Blowers’

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We meet on the first Tuesday of the month at Birdwell Community Centre. New mem-bers are very welcome.

March 7 Mistress of the Art of Death by Ariana FranklinThis book has been described as ‘a chilling, mesmerizing novel that combines the bestof modern forensic thrillers with the detail and drama of historical fiction’.

April 4 War poemsThese can be from any war and the English version of a poem from any country.

May 2 The Devil’s Cave Bruno Chief of Police 5 by Martin Walker.Bruno is a ‘chef de police’ in a small town in France (St Denis). He has a murder case tosolve – one linked to a chateau and an old reclusive woman. It will be interesting to seehow this book compares to ‘Death at La Fenice’.

June 6 The Secret Scripture by Sebastian BarryThis is the story of a lady who is nearly one hundred years old. Her story becomes analternative secret history of Ireland’s changing character and also the story of a lifeblighted by terrible mistreatment and ignorance, yet marked still by love, passion andhope.

July 1 The Muse by Jessie BurtonThis book is set in both London and Spain and begins with Odette Bastien who finds workas a typist in an art gallery in London after travelling from Trinidad.

August 1 The Lake House by Kate MortonThe story begins with Alice Edevane in June 1933 but then forges ahead to 1973 whenshe is asked about a past she has spent her life trying to escape.

Gloria King (Co-ordinator)

Several new members have joined us in the last few months, and are getting to gripswith one or more of the games we have available. If you are interested in finding outmore about the group why not have a look at our entry in the BU3A website. This in-cludes a link to an inventory of the games we can access, and some introductory noteson one of our most popular, Mah Jong. We are always interested to discover additionalgames, new or more traditional.

This photo shows a possible‘winning hand’ in Mah Jong.

If you want to find out how thismight be, go to our websitelink: it will provide some clues!

Ring me if you are interested.

Martin King, Coordinator.


Sometime last year, our esteemed Chairman Alan Swannthrew out a challenge to members. Along with this throwingout, comes eye contact with Alan. Now I am sure that I al-ways keep my eyes averted when in the company of Alan asI am well aware of how he can persuade members to dothings or take on certain roles within our U3A - but I still suc-cumbed to his appeal for some-one to take on the job of pre-paring a presentation for our regular monthly meetings. Hissuggestion was for someone to do something relating totelevision in the past. He mentioned an old childhood fa-vourite ‘Crackerjack’ and I offered to have a go as it was oneof my favourite TV programmes whilst I was growing up.

Barnsley U3A’s version of Crackerjack was born. I enlisted the helpof Beth Rudkin and Sandra Booth and offered parts to Alan andour Vice Chairman Ernest Bradley. They couldn’t really refusecould they?

I enjoyed doing the presentation and thank Alan, Ernest, Sandraand Beth for being willing to take part even though they had noidea what was going to happen - that was deliberate as I wantedAlan and Ernest’s part to be a surprise. Their roles could be seenon the front and back covers of the last Buzz. Everyone playedtheir parts beautifully and entered into the spirit of what was just alittle bit of fun.

I ask myself now why I put another idea to Alan based on the idea of writing letters. Now my headgets filled with all sorts of ideas and sometimes these ideas just won’t go back to their little holeat the back of my mind so I mentioned this idea to Alan. He said ok so away I went to find somemore willing participants. Thankfully I found a wonderful team who were willing to involve them-selves. Thank you to Sandra, Trudy, Betty and Mac. I will mention Geoff here as he was going tobe a part of the presentation but real life, as it does, got in the way when he had to attend a fu-neral. Thank you Geoff for being willing and attending our meetings to prepare.

I thought this presentation would be easier than the ‘Crackerjack’ one as we were going to putthis together as a group. Ha! How daft can someone be? (Answers on a postcard please!)

I forgot about the demands of our wonderful U3A. Trying to get everyone together at the sametime is not easy as we all do different things within the U3A and at different times. We did even-tually manage to get together just once. Other meetings were with two or three of us at a timebut we did it. We got through it and we all hope those who attended the February meeting en-joyed the letters we shared with you. I know some certainly did as they came to me at the end ofthe meeting to tell me they did.

To keep our U3A alive and growing (not just in numbers but in content as well) we need to try outdifferent things. Beth’s Plantagenet History Group entertained at the November meeting but un-fortunately I was still on holiday so missed it. The Facebook Group are going to be presentingsomething in the next couple of months and I am looking forward to it though I have no ideawhat it will be about.

I hope Alan won’t mind me doing this but I am now throwing out a challenge to other members tocome up with ideas for meetings - the more diverse the ideas the better. Variety, they say, is thespice of life.

Lynn Maloney

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The first and third Fridays of each month at 6 pm. We have fish and chips for those whowant it (price £4.50): if you don’t want them, that’s fine. The Flix is free (except for theblue box) and you don’t need to book.

Friday 17th March: The Girl on the TrainA divorcee becomes entangled in a missing persons investiga-tion that promises to send shockwaves throughout her life.

Friday 7th April: London has FallenThe British Prime Minister has passedaway under mysterious circumstances.His funeral is a must-attend event forleaders of the western world

Friday, 21st April: AlliedIn 1942, an intelligence officer in North Africa encountersa female French Resistance fighter on a deadly mission be-hind enemy lines. When they reunite in London, their rela-tionship is tested by the pressures of war.

Friday, May 5th : SpotlightLed by Walter “Robby” Robinson the team of investigativejournalists at The Boston Globe known as ‘Spotlight’ pridethemselves on their relentless dedication to exposing the truth

of society’s ills and bringing the guilty to account.

Friday, May 19th: The Big ShortThe film follows eccentric financial analyst Michael Burry(Bale) as he uncovers an impending crash in the housingmarket and puts together a plan to profit from it.

Friday, June 2nd: A United KingdomSet against the breath-taking backdrops of the African savannahand period London, A United Kingdom celebrates the inspiringreal-life romance of Seretse Khama, King of Bechuanaland(modern Botswana), and Ruth Williams, the London officeworker he married in 1948 in the face of fierce opposition fromtheir families and the British and South African governments.One of the greatest love stories ever told.


The 2017 Summer Break withLearning

Have you booked yet?August 7th – 10th 2017, at

Hawkhills Conference Centre, Easingwold

This is the time for you to enjoy everything this wonderful house, with its beautifulgrounds, has to offer, as well as studying a new or favourite subject, and enjoying the

company of others in the bar or tearoom.Fellowship they call it ..and it’s wonderful

Just to remind you the subjects on offer are:Jane Austen: Her world and her booksPhilosophyPost War History of BritainThe PlantagenetsInfluential Thinkers In PsychologyIntroduction to ArchaeologyCosmologyBotanical Art

Look on the regional website at www.yahru3a.co.uk for more information andapplication form OrContact Barbara Dransfield on 01751 467179 or Beth Rudkin on 01226 241477 ifyou would like to talk to someone about it.We are really enthusiastic about this event and would love to meet you all there.

LOCAL HISTORY GROUP: 2017 PROGRAMMEDATE TOPIC/SPEAKER/VISITJanuary 16th Beth Rudkin: Monk Bretton PrioryFebruary 20th Brian Robinson: Barnsley’s EvacueesMarch 20th Geoff Smales: Portsmouth Area - The Home of the Royal Navy.April 17th NO MEETING (EASTER MONDAY)May 15th Linda Hutton: The Somme, The Home FrontJune 19th Sue Rowley: A London ChildhoodJuly 17th Trip??? T B CAugust 21st NO MEETINGSeptember 18th Susan Evans: The Slave Trade and the Spencer StanhopesOctober 16th Pat McLaughlin: Signs, Symbols and SecretsNovember 20th Hilary Roberts: Famous people from BarnsleyDecember 18th NO MEETING

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April 10 2017 Thurgoland - meet in the car park BEHIND Wortley Forge between 9.30 and9.45am to begin the circular walk. This walk provides varied habitats for birds in the area

May 8 2017 A Dawn Chorus walk in Cawthorne. An earlier start than normal whichwill be negotiated with the group!

June 12 2017 Adwick Washlands, an RSPB reserve. Meet in the car park between 9.30and 9.45am for another circular walk.

I will provide more detailed directions and information nearer the time of each meeting.

We have yet to visit Silkstone for our February get together and in March it is Potteric Carr,the re-vamped Yorkshire Wildlife venue near Doncaster.

After our Christmas meeting we gathered at the Rivers Meet cafe at Methley and thoroughly en-joyed our food and could have a good chat because the first rule of birdwatching is to stay

quiet, which we find very difficult!

And, we all have much to learn about bird recognition and had been delighted to spot and cor-rectly identify a pair of stonechats at Old Moor in January. However, at NatureQuest this birdhad been photographed by the guest speaker who said the male was clearly a first-year juve-

nile, so we have much to learn.

Gillian Richardson, Coordinator

OLD MONEY QUIZ - use old money!

Clues £ s d1. Unit of weight2. Fraction of Queens headgear3. Form of transport4. Mans name5. Poorly octopus6. Leather worker7. Half a nicker8. Jupiter, Saturn and Venus9. Woman's name10. Kind of pig11. Type of singer12. Lady Godiva ___________________

Total ___________________

Submitted by Hilary Newton. Answers on page 20

What do you need/want to know about computers?There are a few people within our U3A that know a little about computers, and who are will-ing to share that information with fellow members. Perhaps you can assist in helping ourmembers to become computer literate? This short questionnaire is to see what sort of learn-ing you would be interested in.

You don’t need to put your name on if you don’t want to as this is purely to help us gaugeinterest and existing skills, to see where the need is greatest.

Please tick all that apply to you then cut this questionnaire out of the Buzz or, if you’rereading this on-line, print the page and bring it to the April monthly meeting for collection.

Don’t worry if you don’t know what a particular question is asking, you will know later if weget this right!

Name (optional) PRINT

(Please tick all that apply)1. What sort of computer, if you have one, do you have?□ Laptop (portable computer) □ Home computer (fixed in position) □ Tablet

□ Don’t know □ I don’t own a computer

2. If you have a computer, which operating system does it use?□Microsoft Windows □XP □Vista □Windows 7 □Windows 8 □Windows 10

□ Apple IOS □ Android □Linux □I don’t know which version

3. What sort of class would you like to attend?□ I’d really like to start at the beginning

□ I know a little about the basics but would like to increase my skills and do more

□ I’m a bit more experienced but would like to fill in some gaps

□ I want to know how to set up email

□ I want to know how to get into Facebook

□ I want to know how to do on-line banking

□ I’m interested in security, how to spot scams, learning how to pick strongpasswords, etc

□ Something else (please say what)

We now have more than 140 of our members on the

BU3A closed Facebook page. It is regularly used to circulate information, as a platform for sharing views and photographs and just general “over the fence”

banter.

POST BOX BARNSLEY AND DISTRICT U3A Page 18SPRING 2017 POST BOX

Swanwick Summer School , in Derbyshire, is a week-How to become good lookinglong programme for writers of all ages, abilities and2oz Patiencegenres. Featuring courses, workshops, guest speak-1cup of Kindnessers, panels and optional one-to-one sessions, it offers4oz Goodwillyou the opportunity to learn new skills, explore your1pint of Hopecreativity, perform your poetry, sing, act, dance,1 bunch of Faithlaugh, or even write.Both hands full of industry

1packet of PrudencePrices start from £465 and the cost includes fullA few sprays of Sympathyboard and evening entertainment.Handful of Humility

A face brimful of good humourYou can also enter our competitions the first prizebeing a free place for the winner in each category ofSeason the mixture with good strong

common sense and simmer down a poem, a short story and children's fiction.gently in the pan of daily content.

For full details go toSubmitted by Nerina Tatchell(I had better double or treble the in- http://www.swanwickwritersschool.org.uk/win-a-gredients me thinks!) place.html

For those of my generation whodo not, and cannot, comprehendwhy Facebook exists, I am tryingto make friends outside of Face-book while applying the sameprinciples.

Therefore, every day I walk down the streetand tell passers-by what I have eaten,how I feel at the moment, what I havedone the night before, what I will dolater and with whom.

I give them pictures of my family, my dog, FOR GRANDMAS AND MUMSand of me gardening, taking things apart in(substitute her for him if baby is a girl)the garage, watering the lawn, standing in

front of landmarks, driving around town,having lunch, and doing what anybody and Hold him a little longer,everybody does every day. Rock him a little more,

Tell him another storyI also listen to their conversations, give themthe "thumbs up" and tell them I like them. You’ve only told him fourAnd it works just like Facebook. Let him sleep on your shoulder

Rejoice in his happy smile,I already have four people following me: twoHe is only a little boypolice officers, a private investigator and a

psychiatrist. For such a little time.

Best wishes, John Bennett (new member) Submitted by Mary Melling

BARNSLEY AND DISTRICT U3A

SPRING 2017

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In accordance with the Constitution, notice is hereby given that the Annual GeneralMeeting of Barnsley and District U3A will be held on Monday 5th June 2017, at 1.30pmat Priory Campus. All members are entitled and encouraged to attend and vote.

The business of the Annual General Meeting will include:• Receiving and approving the Annual Report• Receiving and approving the examined accounts for the year ending 5th April 2017• Election of two Officers for a 2 year term• Election of up to 8 non Officer members of the Executive Committee to serve for a

1 year term• Appointing examiners for the accounts for the year ending 5th April 2018• Considering any resolutions previously submitted in writing and considering any

other business

Nomination forms are available and members are encouraged to consider if they are will-ing to be nominated for the Executive Committee. All completed nomination forms mustbe delivered to the Business Secretary (Pam Clayton) as soon as possible with a closingdate of Thursday 18th May 2017.A list of responsibilities for Executive Committee members is available on application tothe Business Secretary. The Executive Committee will allocate Committee responsibili-ties at the first Committee meeting after the Annual General Meeting.

The existing Chairman and Treasurer will remain in post for a further year.The other specific Committee roles to be filled at the meeting include the following:

• Vice Chairman [2 years]• Business Secretary [2 years]• Development Officer• Membership Secretary• New Member Secretary• Website Manager• Publicity Officer• Room Bookings Officer• Representative of Choir Committee• Representative of Social Committee

Full details of all nominations and any resolutions received will be announced atthe monthly meeting on 8th May 2017 and will also be posted on the BU3A websiteand notified through the Beacon System at least 21 days before the AGM. Alterna-tively members may contact the Secretary for this information.

The post is currently held by Neil Stevens (Ilkley U3A) until August 31st 2017; contact details:0797 692 8865 or email [email protected] role involves being a member of the Third Age Trust’s National Executive Committeewhich means attending meetings in London (accommodation and travel provided).The Trustee works in the Yorkshire and Humber region helpingset up new U3As (Skelmanthorpe launched in February 2017),supports U3As with any issues or developments, and regional ac-tivities. Training is provided. The role is for 3 years.Please contact Neil for any further information.

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IDENTICAL TWINSWhen I give birth to youI was not quite expecting two. Beauty on a BudgetSince the details of both are exactly the same,I’ve already forgotten in which order they came.

I'm coming up to ???Although you both came from the very same cast,My looks begin to fadeJust who was the first and who was the last?I feel I should invest in

So how can you tell who is who? A brand new beauty aid!When they both look the same to me and you.They have shiny blue eyes and curly brown hair, I've been studying some picturesThere is only one thing, it’s their names they don’t The 'before' and 'after' onesshare. To see if I need treatmentSo if you fall in love which one have you found? Like many stars have done.Although it’s quite embarrassing, there is a way round.

They both have a tattoo on their backside, Shall I pay to have a faceliftBut you will only find this out when they get to be your Or perhaps a Botox jabbride. To make me look youngerOne has it on the left, and the other on the right, And absolutely fab?Even for a mother it’s quite a rare sight.I suppose you could ask them to do a DNA test, Do I need a new haircutBut they are identical, so would that really put your mind To make me look a dream?at rest? It perhaps I should invest in

Some anti-wrinkle cream?But how can you tell which tattoo goes with whichname?For all you know they could be playing their own game. I look all all the picturesSo it looks like finding a tattoo is all you can do, It takes me quite a whileBut even a tattoo can’t say if their name is false or true. When suddenly I realiseSo it looks like the only solution is to have each other’s The difference is - the smile.trust,Or you might land up just taking the crust. The 'before' pictures all look

gloomyStephen WrayThey seem so old and drabWhereas the 'after' ones are happy

OLD MONEY QUIZ: ANSWERS And make everyone feel glad.£ s d

So I won't have any treatment1. Stone 14 0 0 I guess I'll save a pile2. Half a crown 2 6 As I realise that beauty3. Penny farthing 1¼ Is enhanced with just a smile.4. Bob 1 05. Sick Squid 6 0 0 Ladies, love all your imperfections6. Tanner 6 Forget about your flaws7. Nicker is £1, so half is 10s 10 0 If you see someone without a smile8. Three far things ¾ Just give them one of yours!9. Penny 110. Guinea 1 1 011. Tenor 10 0 012. Rhyming slang for £5 5 0 0

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Our thanks to Angela Cusworth who took the time and trouble to find the information below fromSouth Yorkshire Travel. This is to assist those members who travel by public transport from Barnsley

Interchange. The information is correct as of 6.2.17

VENUE BUS STAND

AGE UK BARNSLEY, 36a Queens Road, Barnsley S71 1AR

ALDER CLOSE COMMUNITY CENTRE: Off Longsight Road, Mapplewell S75 6JA 1 10

ARDSLEY BOWLING CLUB:Coronation Terrace,Off Doncaster Rd, Ardsley S715BE 219 21

ARDSLEY OAKS WMC: 680 Doncaster Rd, Ardsley, Barnsley S71 5EF 219 21

BARNSLEY BOWL: Carlton Road, Barnsley S71 2AZ 57 14

BIRDWELL COMMUNITY CENTRE: Rockingham Street, Birdwell S70 5TQ 66/67/265 1/2

BURTON GRANGE COMMUNITY CENTRE: Wike Road, Lundwood S71 5LT 32 16CUDWORTH METHODIST CHURCH: Barnsley Road, Cudworth, S72 8SU 26 17

DARTON PARISH HALL: Church St, Darton, Barnsley S75 5HF 93 5

DODWORTH LIBRARY: High Street, Dodworth, Barnsley, S75 3RF 21 8

DODWORTH MINERS WELFARE CLUB: High Street, Dodworth S75 3RF 20 8

EMMANUEL CHURCH: Huddersfield Road, Barnsley S75 1DT 95 5

KING STREET FLATS: Waltham Street, Barnsley, S70 1JU 22X / 6 18 /17

MANOR COURT COMMUNITY CENTRE: Westend Ave, Royston, S71 4LN 57 14

MONK BRETTON METHODIST CHURCH: High St, Monk Bretton, S71 2PJ 31 13

PRIORY CAMPUS: Pontefract Road, Lundwood, Barnsley S75 5PN 27 17

ST THOMAS’S COMMUNITY CENTRE: Church St, Gawber, Barnsley S75 2RJ 92/93 4

STOCKSBRIDGE LEISURE CENTRE: Moorland Drive, Stocksbridge, S36 1EG 23 7

STAIRFOOT CONSTITUTIONAL CLUB: 466 Doncaster Road, Barnsley S70 3PW 222/226/X19 18/19

TESCOs: Wombwell Lane, Stairfoot, Barnsley S70 3NS 22x 18

VALLEY COMMUNITY CENTRE: Manor Road, Cudworth, Barnsley S72 8DG 26 17

WESLEYAN REFORM CHURCH: Spark Lane, Mapplewell S75 6AA 1 10

WOMBWELL METHODIST CHURCH: Summer Lane, Wombwell, S73 8HE 22 18

WORSBROUGH BRIDGE SOCIAL CLUB:3 Walbrook, Worsbrough Bridge S70 5EJ 8 3

WORSBROUGH LIBRARY: Elm House Estate, Queensway,Worsbrough S70 5EN. 8 3

For further information contact BTI on 01226 213313 or Traveline on 01709 515151


Recorders: AnInvitation to Join Us

There is now a regularquartet who meet to en-joy playing recorder to-gether and we havemade excellent progressin the time we have beentogether. We have twodescant and one trebleand one tenor player sowe can play a range of duets and trios.Our repertoire ranges from light to clas-sical and one day we will work up thecourage to play at a meeting!We do have room for new players if any-one would like to join us but can’t ac-commodate absolute beginners I’mafraid.We now meet on a Monday every fort-night at the homes of the members. Wemeet at 10:30 a.m. until 12:30. Our firstmeeting in April will be on the 3rd andthen every 2 weeks.Our decision to meet in each othershomes has been very successful and Ithank the members for their hospitality(and cake).

My contact number is in the Buzz list.Please contact me if you would like tojoin us.Sylvia Webster

I’m reading a book about anti-gravity .IA PLAY ON WORDScan’t put it down.

I tried to catch some fog - I mist. A dyslexic man walks into a bra.When chemists die, they barium. When you get a bladder infection, urine trou-Jokes about German sausages are wurst. ble.A guy who drinks brake fluid says he can What does a clock do when it’s hungry? Itstop any time. goes back 4 seconds.How does Moses make his tea? Hebrews it. Broken pencils are pointlessI stayed up all night to see where the sunwent – then it dawned on me. Submitted by Mary Melling

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We have been made aware of a couple of scams recently that members need to be alert to.1. This is based on the “Postcode Lottery”. A telephone caller rings to say you have won a

prize and asks you to ring a number to confirm the authenticity of the organisation. DONOT RING THIS NUMBER. If you have any queries, contact them through their website.

2. This is based on “BT”. You get a call to say you have a fault with your router and they willhelp you fix it: “Go to your computer and turn it on”, etc. DO NOT RESPOND TO THEIRREQUEST. If you have any queries, contact BT Security on 0800 661 44.

The Difference You Make

I know my life - You don't, Made to feel like giving up - I won'tCries that fall on your deaf ears, you will never see my tears

I'm not an attention seeker I just seek a bit of comfort,The significance of my life seems pretty clear, I never wanted violins of sympathyJust support that could eradicate the fear, but I will breach the walls of darkness,

Reach out to your heart through the crowds of the heartless,My Life can be changed by the difference you make.

Tears roll down a broken frail frown, my Heart is torn, my head hangs downWhispering softly to myself, making believe I am someone else

I wait in darkness alone again, Sit and stare at my room walls so bareDying inside does anyone, including you, really care?

One more cuppa before I go to bed, Couple of aspirin for an aching headI dread tomorrow another day, Waiting for night is the easiest way

My Life can be changed by the difference you make.

We cannot tell the precise moment when making a difference is framed.Filling a glass drop by drop, there is at last the drop which makes it run over.You making a difference is at last the drop which makes my heart run over.

A glass half empty it is simply that, half empty and incompleteA glass half full yet in receipt of drops will fill drop by fulfilling drop

Those that know me I see for what you do, rather than what you sayMy Life can be changed by the difference you make.

Mac McKechnie

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''Have you heard the news?" said Mrs Cunliffe down. Some games have an element ofexcitedly as she breezed in waving a sheet of chance but some have a strategy. They allpaper. "Barnsley U3A is awarding a prize to the have a goal and are very competitive. We aregroup for outstanding contribution in 20 years." the corner stone of the groups.”The others quickly gathered around to read it. “Is that what you call it? When we see you with''A weekend trip to London including a show your heads down, it looks like some of you goand sightseeing!" she continued. There was a to sleep like in the House of Lords,” laughedpicture of Buckingham Palace and Tower Harry.Bridge on it with Billy Elliot sprawled across it. “Don't scorn,” said Mrs Dobson. “Your missus

has put your name down for chess from next“That's a no brainer," Mrs Jones from the Art week, so you will soon be one of us!”Class said confidently "We are the best - haveyou seen our work - such a talented group. I ''Join the Cycling Group and discover what youdon't mean to blow my own trumpet but our could do on two wheels. Ditch your car and getpaintings are exceptional." around on your bike - good for you and the en-“When you said painting class dear, I thought vironment. And you save on fuel! I am gettingyou meant painting like decorating the kitchen," very good," said Maria.Mr Jones sheepishly said. “I didn’t realise you 'Better than your driving," added Susan, hermeant Da Vinci and Mona Lisa!” he admitted. friend.''What about the Tai Chi Group? Did you know ''Now let me tell you about the Ukulele Group"that this ancient Chinese martial art promotes said Margaret. “You hear it once and you getwellbeing by circulating chi? The slow relaxing the bug! We composed the famous U3A an-movements help to replenish energy reserves them and now they are requesting to use it alland improve balance; it also loosens joints and over the world! Surely we deserve to win. Weis good for arthritis to make the joints more flexi- perform gigs which are so popular they wantble". This wisdom was delivered by Mrs Taylor. us back! Very impressive we've been told. We''I noticed you seemed more relaxed and calm are a delightful group and our performancessince you joined the group my dear" said Mr are exceptional,” she reinforced.Taylor. ''Things are going very slowly at home

''Photography is the art of capturing images astoo. I did wonder why the dinners were takingmemories - Steven Spielberg amongst us; a lotages."of IT knowledge in Photoshop,” said Mr Jones

The Country Dance Group put forward their calmly. “Our photographs would take yourcase. ''Ours is a 14th Century traditional dance,” breath away. We are far superior to the oth-said Robert. “Couples dance together in a figure ers.”or set. They follow a caller who names each

''Bird Watching is an observation of wildlife; achange in the steps, so you need to have goodhobby in which individuals enjoy the challengetiming. It is performed in social gatherings. Youof bird studying and other general activities in-need a good memory and rhythm. We are sovolving bird life, " chirped Mrs Taylor. “We arepopular that we have a waiting list."a special group.”''Not for us dear" quipped Mr Howard. “I can't“You do mean the feathered kind I hope dear,"remember our conversation from 5 minutesMr Francis said.back.”

''I noticed,' replied his wife. ''The Gardening Group create beautiful gar-dens. The benefits of gardening are seeminglyThe Ballroom Dancers recommended theirendless both mentally and physically. As welldances: they were enjoyed socially and com-as the strong therapeutic value of gardening itpetitively they said. “We’re a dedicated groupcan help connect with others reducing the feel-and very accomplished too,” they proudly an-ing of isolation. It makes us more active andnounced.gets us outside for fresh air especially in winter''Yes," said Mrs Taylor, “MrTaylor is now danc-– and it brings positive changes to the lives ofing round the kitchen table all day!”people with disabilities. It is an antidote to

Mrs Dobson was in charge of the Board Games. stress too" - all this from the green-fingered Mr“We are the elite group,” she said. “We concen- Taylor.trate and use our brains. No jumping up and

Now it was Mrs Wellburn's turn to enlighten thegroup about music.

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“Music has a special power to move us and stir our Could it be a theatrical singing or dancing group?emotions. It changes our moods, helps us to con- Or health conscious groups? The adventurous trav-centrate and reduces stress. Music brings joy to ellers? They would soon find out.you and everybody around you. It improves cogni- The Coordinators were all handed a small sealedtive skills, boosts team skills, increases perform- envelope. The committee members looked at theance skills, you learn to work with others; it in- chairman and smiled. It was tough but they hadcreases coordination, sharpens concentration, cre- made a decision. They had selected their winner.ates a sense of achievement, promotes social skills In the end it was quite easy really. It was unani-and promotes happiness. There, now you know it mous. They all agreed that they had found the bestall,” she concluded. winner.''The Choir Group always has a waiting list, it is so There was a lot of rustling as the envelopes werepopular. We have accomplished sopranos, solo opened. Some impatiently tore them. Some me-singers. We played for the Mayor and people pay to ticulously found a way to retrieve the paper withouthear us perform. Churches fill up and we raise a lot damaging the envelope. Some had steady handsof money for charities. We are a devoted and dedi- while others were trembling and sweaty. Therecated group with weekly practices. The concerts are was a momentary stunned silence as the winnerexceptional and very worthy with commendable was revealed.performances.”

Disappointment? Happiness? Try again? BetterThe Walking Group argued that they were the fittest luck next time? But who had won? Who had theof the lot. The cheerful and delightful walkers said winning ticket?they do “just what the doctor ordered".“All you need is motivation and a good pair of They all read the note. Some read it again. Unbe-shoes" said Raymond, “and soon you are a size lievable! Then someone from the back starteddown (in my wife's case)” he unwittingly revealed. clapping. Soon the whole room was filled with loudThey were the most beneficial. “We are brilliant,” clapping. Laughter rippled through the room.they said.

The small note on every envelope said:Soon all the groups had spoken. They all had done “You have ALL been recognised for the out-their best to highlight their activities. standing contribution you made to BU3A and have

ALL have been rewarded."The day of the award ceremony arrived. Who had

That weekend they ALL went to London.won? Who deserved this prize? Who was the mostexceptional, most superior group? Could it be the

INDU KUMAR, BU3A 2016group who performed the most for audiences?

Barnsley U3AMagic Group

Meets every other Thursday at4.30pm at Tesco’s communityroom at Stairfoot. New memberswelcomePotential new members contactMac McKechnie on:[email protected]

Abracadabra Magic group members at a meetingThe Magic Group, formed late last year, meets every fortnight on a Thursday topractice magic routines, have a laugh, and tea/coffee.

Enthusiasm remains high, with a recent group trip to a magic dealers providingmore scope to entertain, and additional effects to use.

We would like to grow a bit as a group in numbers, if you are at all interestedplease contact us.


U3A Creative Writing GroupGets a Master’s Degree

Well not quite. It was during our Anniversarycelebrations at the Metrodome last year thatRyan Bramley introduced himself to me. He isstudying English Literature at Sheffield Univer-sity and was looking for examples of modernpoetry about the Miners’ strike to include inhis dissertation. I invited him to our nextmeeting for him to meet the members andhear examples of our work.

The result was that a few of us contributedour work for publishing in his dissertation.They are now held in the archives of the Uni-

Martyn Jones, Co-ordinator versity for future academics to use in theirwith Carolyn Thorpe, who gave research.a talk to the Creative Writing

Ryan’s degree was based on comparing con-Group.temporary Miners’ strike poetry with modernday writings about the subject. He has nowbeen awarded a Master’s degree with distinc-tion. We all feel proud and honoured that wehave played a small part in his success, a factthat he acknowledged when he came back tosee us last week.

Martyn Jones

RELAX GROUPA two session “Total Relaxation” group

to be held atAlder Coppice Community Centre in Mapplewell

Wednesdays March 22nd and April 26th

10am-noon .

For more information contactLynn Maloney

(contact details same as Travel Group on Contact List)

Anyone got any DK knitting wool they no longer want please—small bits, full balls? I love making small items for hospital, charities — anywhere that accepts them really. I’m Beryl Clarke—my number’s under “Ukuleles” but I have more than one string to my bow! Thanks.

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Roy Bolton, Coordinator

So far, Beryl has produced350 hats for “Innocent”

bottles raising £87.50 forAge UK Barnsley!!

11th April 2:00pm Visit Fernleigh the garden of Mr. & Mrs C. Littlewood,Sheffield.

25th April 2:00pm Visit the garden of Sue Proctor, Huddersfield.

9th May 2:00pm Visit the Gardens of Burnby Hall, York.

23rd May 2:00pm Visit Tamarind the garden of Ken & Carol Kilvington,Doncaster.

6th June 2:00pm Visit the garden of Marian Simpson, Sheffield.

20th June 2:00pm Visit Cascades Gardens, Matlock.


Conversational German Group 2

“Gruppe ZWEI”ü Going to Germany on Holiday?ü Want to learn a new language?ü Want to learn at an easy pace?ü Want to have a laugh whilst learning?ü Want to be in at the start of a new group, and help it develop?

This latest group within Barnsley U3A, is the new ConversationalGerman Group Zwei. At the time of writing (Mid February) the group isplanning its first meeting on Thursday 2nd March.

The group (not to be confused with Conversational German Groupwhich meets in Mapplewell,) meet every other Thursday 4.00pm –6.00pm at Tesco’s Community Room at Stairfoot. Why not arrange tovisit with us if you are not a group member and see what we do? Feelfree to contact Mac McKechnie by email at:[email protected]

The group meet on Saturdays to visitlocal places or events of interest.Nearly all venues are by train withsupport from local buses.

Saturday 18th March:Kelham Island Museum, Sheffield

Saturday 22nd April:Harrogate: A Victorian Town

Saturday 20th May:Hope Valley – Castleton village

Saturday 24th June:Matlock and Matlock Bath, Derbyshire

Coordinators:Denise 01226 212336Frank 01226 235422

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Co-ordinators: Helen and Syd Swift (email: [email protected]. Tel: 01226385454)

All walks will meet at 09:45 am for a 10 am start and will be approximately 5 to 6 mileslong. We estimate that they will be completed by 1:00 pm. The walks vary in severity soplease do check with the leader if you have any concerns about suitability. There is usu-ally a nearby refreshment venue if members wish to socialise after the walk. We are notable to welcome new members at the moment as we have reached full capacity.

2017 Meeting Place Walking Area Leader/s14 March Langsett Barn Car Park S36 4GY Midhopestones Pauline

Refreshments: Bikers Café, Langsett28 March St Saviour’s Church Thurlstone Helen and Syd

Thank you toManchester Road, Thurlstone, S36Sharon9QP (car park at side of church, will (steep climbs Unsworth, Thurl-have signs outside) stone Churchin places)

Refreshments: Local Warden, forwalk map anddetails

11 April Go past Lowood Club Wharncliffe Ron and ChrisStation Rd, Deepcar, Sheffield S36 2SQ Crags (Greatand park on right views butRefreshments: Lowood Club plenty of uphill

walking)25 April The Cherry Tree Inn, High Hoyland Clayton West Pauline

Lane, Barnsley S75 4BE CircularRefreshments: Cherry Tree

9 May The Village Hall Car Park, West Bret- Bretton Park Carmel andton WF4 4LB (Discretionary parking fee Joan£2)Refreshments: Bretton Park Cafe

23 May Trans Pennine Trail Car Park, Near Part of Ox- DavidWaggon and Horses, Oxspring S36 8YQ spring Bound- (Maddox)Refreshments: Waggon and Horses ary Walk

6 June The Village Hall Car Park, West Bret- West Bretton Paulineton WF4 4LB to Emley(Discretionary parking fee £2) WoodhouseRefreshments: Bretton Park Cafe

20 June Notton Village Hall, 117-123 George Notton LyndaLane, Notton, Wakefield WF4 2NLRefreshments: To be determined

4 July The Little Bull, 19 Back Lane, Mid- Middlestown Helen and Syddlestown, Wakefield WF4 4PE and MidgleyRefreshments The Little Bull

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Chatting with friends about Wombwell ofyore Edgar Wroe who sold everything fromMy thoughts drifted back half a century or heaven to earth,more, Penny Hazard the Butcher next to ..??...ofAs dogsbody at work, and the errands I'd Perth.run, Dougie Lee for the cyclist, Booker for buns,Of the shops and the owners nearly all of Doctors Jardine and Etches if you had thethem gone. runs.

Steam fittings from Mackridge, ironmongery Morgan's for billiards on Burton's top floor,galore, Guest who was uncle with three brass ballsYou knew you were welcome as you went over the door.through the door. Nevilles for footwear, all sizes and shapes,There was Turvers for smokers, Hadwins Whittakers for apples, oranges and grapes.the suit,Old Beardsall next door for all things hir- Borrows for buses from Rawmarsh tosute. Leeds,

Bury and Walkers to sort out your deeds.Bellman the butcher, and Fisher for fruit, Joe Upton and Mexborough to report all theYork County and Barclays where you could gen,stash all your loot. To give you the dope, which, where andBurtons and Cowards for clothing and fish, when.And Scarrotts a bit further for all sizes ofdish. Johnson's the builder, Hey and Muffin for

wood,Ardrons the draper, Barkers for bread, Grace Fowlers nice restaurant for goodCharlesworth and Marrisons in case you Yorkshire pudding.were dead, Taylor's the printers for posters and art,Blackburns for photos and Burgin the chip, All these made Wombwell, all these playedPattie Dook was next door, where you got a part.plenty of lip.

I liked Wombwell when it was friendly andMeadow Dairy and Maypole, Gallons and warm,Globe, You could leave doors unlocked and comeBrady Webster and Pattie who had the pa- to no harm.tience of Jobs, Old people weren't scared to go out at night,Hunters and Melissa, Kino and Binns, And kids knew the difference betweenA few steps to Robinson's for whiskeys and wrong and right.gins.

Not so today - though the High Street looksGreg Luther the plumber, Cyril for sport, posh,Diggles for everything, long, medium or All the traders do now is relieve you of dosh;short, You just serve yourself and carry as well,Lamberts and Taylor's, Co-op chemist and And for all that they care, you can then go toCernes, hell.Who catered for ailments from pneumoniato burns. J. Baines (believed to have been written

during the early 1970s).Submitted by Barbara Grimshaw

BARNSLEY AND DISTRICTPage 32 U3A

SPRING 2017

WelcomeThe fees this year will be £30 for Bowling League members and, if you are a newmember to the League add £10 registration fee (this is a one-off payment).Casual members will be £20 for the year (and this year we will get 31 weeks bowl-ing).If you wish to play as and when, this will cost £1.50 per day. All you need is a pair offlat shoes – bowls are provided if you need some.Please note if you wish to bowl on a certain day of the week (Monday – Friday 10am-12noon), you must first check with the Coordinator for that day – this will then beyour day to bowl.Members paying £20 can also play on any day of the week but they must contactthat day’s Coordinator before attending, as should those wanting to play as andwhen.If you just turn up and it’s full, bring some old working clothes – I will always findyou a job!! Ha, ha!We will run a Bonus Ball Competition - £1 per week so it will be first come firstserved for the 59 numbers.The Coordinators are

Monday Fred Hemsley 01226 244440Tuesday Alan Swann 07718 542607Wednesday Dennis Wilson 01226 210398Thursday Roy Marsden 01226 785433 or 07763 005355Friday Roy again - unless anyone else wants the job!!

Barnsley Crown Green Bowling LeaguesThe new season is almost upon us. Matches are expected to start at the beginning ofApril. We intend to enter two teams in the same competitions as last year.If you were in the 2016 squads, I will assume that you will be joining again. If not, pleasegive me a call as soon as possible.

We are still in need of new players so, if you would like to play, please contact myself orRoy Marsden.

If there is enough support we will run practice sessions for League bowlers (and pro-spective League bowlers) for 3 Wednesdays in March – 15th, 22nd, 29th. These sessionswill be run under match conditions between 2 and 4pm at Ardsley Bowling Club. If youare interested, please be present at 1.30pm so that matches can be arranged andscorecards made out. There will be some “light” coaching in subjects such as communi-cation and etiquette. If you wish to attend any of these sessions, please let me know be-fore the first session on March 15th.

Mike Pease and Jim Kieron have “volunteered” to carry on as Captains for the 2017 sea-son, but if anyone else fancies a go, please come forward.

Finally, I wish all the League bowlers have a successful and enjoyable season.

Roy Newbould, tel 01226 206691 or 07532 211793

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This list uses timetables available at time of going to print but routes and tim-ings can change at short notice. If an alternative walk has to be submitted, it willuse a bus journey from original meeting place at the same meeting time. In caseof inclement weather please telephone early either Marjorie Wallace (723399) orAnne Swann (241200).It is recommended that good footwear be worn and if required the use of one ortwo walking poles. It is also advisable to bring a drink and a piece of energyfood with you.

DATE LEADER DETAILS16 March 2017 Marilyn Plimmer Meet at Barnsley Train Station for 10.34 am slow

train to Woodlesford. (Recommend early arrival inorder to purchase return train tickets to Leeds).A level walk alongside canal to Leeds (5 miles).Refreshments available in Leeds before returning toBarnsley on train.

6 April 2017 Marj Wallace Meet at Bus Station for 10.20 am bus route 265,Stand 1, to Ecclesfield Morrisons (30 minutes).Footpath walk to Meadowhall (4 miles).Return by bus or train to Barnsley.

20 April 2017 Alan Street & New Walk - meet at Bus Station for 10.24 am bus,Pat Plant route 66, stand 2, to Birdwell.

Walk through the Old Park towards Broom Royd Wood.Carrying on towards Rockley Abbey Farm to BirdwellWood and then onto Worsbrough Country Park (4 miles).Refreshments available at either cafe in Park or at Wig-field Farm. Frequent buses return to Barnsley.

4 May 2017 Anne Swan & Meet at Barnsley Bus Station for 10.20 am bus, routeMarj Wallace 59, stand 13 to Royston.

Walk from Royston alongside TPT and bridleways toNewmillerdam (4-5 miles).Refreshments available from various cafes at the dam.Return buses to Barnsley at 38 minutes past the hour.

18 May 2017 Marj Wallace & Meet at Barnsley Bus Station for 10.05 GlobeAnne Swann Coaches bus, route 96, stand 3 to Bretton Sculpture

Park.Walk around the lake and through the park to the centrefor refreshments (approx 4-5 miles). Return buses at12.23, 13.33 and 14.33.

1 June 2017 Anne Swann Meet at Barnsley Bus Station for 10.10 am bus, route57, stand 13 to Royston.Walk via Lee Lane around the perimeter of Notton Woodreturning to disused railway track to Station Road (5miles). There are small cafes for refreshments at TheWells or, if preferred, frequent buses return to Barnsley.

Sunbathing Lemur


March 9th Worsbrough Reservoir - Park at Kendal Green car park onHaverlands Lane, Worsbrough Bridge S70 5NQ

April 13th Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Warning Tongue Lane, Brandon, DoncasterDN4 6TB

This visit is open to any U3A member but please contact Tonyto book.We need a minimum of 10 to get the group rate of £12 for Seniors(60+).The visit must be pre-booked at least 24 hours in advance soTony needs names and money. Disabled Seniors are advised tobook on-line in advance for the best deal when it will cost £9.Meet at 9.45 am in the car park. The gates open at 10am. Thereare talks by the keepers throughout the day.

May 11th New Hall Farm, Doncaster Rd, Ardsley S71 5EZ“Farming for Wildlife” - A talk and walk with farmer Helen Rhodes.Leaving Ardsley on A635 towards Darfield, in 0.4 miles from the50mph sign you will see a sign for Tyers Hall Farm on the left.Slow down because in 100yds beyond this you turn right into thelane to New Hall Farm. Follow the single track lane for approx 200yds (having passed a house and entrance to Cranford Hall) to carparking at the end of the lane next to the buildings and pond.Please note despite appearances the farm dogs are very friendly.

June 8th Pye Flatts Wildflower Meadows, Hoylandswaine .Turning right off the A628, park at the public footpath sign on the road verge at CooperLane, Hoylandswaine (S36 7JE).

Unless otherwise stated please arrive to start at 1.30pm.Strong footwear is recommended.

Tony Hunt, Coordinator

June Bradley, Coordinator

20th April 2.00pm Rockery planting at Ardsley Bowling Club

18th May 2.00pm Renishaw Hall and Gardens

15th June 2.00pm Nostell Priory Hall and Gardens

Page 35THURSDAY WALKSThursday Walking Group: April – June 2017

Long Walk Schedule for Spring/Summer2017

Roger Williams

Date Leader Walk area Meeting place MilesApril 6th Beryl Wentworth Wentworth village CP 5/6April 20th Andy/Margaret Holme Holme village 5/6May 4th Rod/Nuala Cawthorne Tivvydale 5/6May 18th Rae Sheffield Canal Oasis CP Meadowhall 5/6June 1st David/Di Digley Digley CP 5/6June 15th Michael/Linda Newmillerdam Anglers Country Park

CPSat nav WF4 2EB

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June 29th(extra walk - bring lunch)

Denise/Mick Stanage Edge Cutthroat Bridge CP 7/8

23rd Mar Dave Hallas Meet for 10.00hrs start at LowerBradfield car park [SK 263 920]

Bradfield Cir-cular

9/10

27th Apr BRECON BEACONS

25th May Terry & JoanBaldwin

Meet for 10am start in lay-by atjunction of A625 & B6054.[SK 268 789] [repeat of 1st walk for thisgroup]

10th Anniver-sary walk. White edges

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22nd Jun Jean Potter &Denise Wilkinson

Meet for 10.00 start in Hope onEdale Road near/on Eccles Close [SK127 835]

Losehill, Mam-tor and Cave- dale

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27th Jul Dave Allaway& Michael Swift

Meet for 10am start at WoodenPole NT Car Park, Longshaw [SK 267 789]

Circular 10

24th Aug Tony Hunt Meet for 10am start at Miller'sDale Station Parking, feepayable [SK 138 733]

Wormhill/PeterDale/Tideswell/ Cressbrook

10/11

28th Sept Andy Atkinson& John Sands

Meet for 10 am start atLongendale car park byTorside reservoir [fee payable] SK 068 984

Bleaklow HeadAeroplane wreck

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The Cycling Group meets fortnightly on Tuesdays from late February to early November at 10am.The rides suit all abilities and are on the Trans Pennine Trail or similar routes. Frequent stops arescheduled in for refreshments & socialising.For more information contact the co-ordinator: Les Roberts 01226 29726

Date Meeting place Ride to:March 7 Torside Reservoir Car Park Longdendale TrailMarch 21 Anglers Country Park, Wintersett Stanley Ferry/Normanton area

April 4 Kendal Green TPT Car Park. Circular route via Elsecar WortleyWorsbrough Oxspring & Silkstone

April 18 Abbey Lane Car Park, Grange Pugney’s Water ParkLane

Sun April 30th Ride to watch Tour de Penistone/Wortley TBCYorkshire

May 2nd TPT Car Park – Finkle Street Dunford BridgeMay 16th RSPB Old Moor, Wetlands Sprotborough Lock

CentreMay 30th Anglers Country Park, Wintersett Wakefield Wheel (circular route)June13th Stanley Ferry Aire & Calder Canal - WoodlesfordJune 27th Sprotborough Lock Sykehouse Lock

“Take cover!” they said…….”Alan’s trying to make eye contact!!!”

Page 37The Wednesday RamblersMany thanks to all our walk leaders for a diverse and interesting selection of walks.All walks start at 10.00am and will be approximately 4 to 5 miles long and are of easy to moder-ate difficulty. Leaders indicate the week before and/or on the Buzz newsflash if the walk is moredifficult. Please check if you have concerns about suitability. There is usually a nearby refresh-ment venue if members wish to socialise after the walk. We hope that members will join us on aregular basis and enjoy the walks.Please contact Dave Webber or David Osborne (numbers on contact list) if you are interested injoining the group.

Thanks to Sharon Unsworth and Margaret Crossland (Church Wardens) for permission to park atSt Saviour’s Church and walk details around Hacking Hill/Thurlstone.

Date Meeting Place Walking Area Leader(s)22nd March Oxspring Public Car Park, Sheffield

Road, OxspringOxspring area David and

Carole Osborne29th March Billingley Village Hall, Back Lane

S72 0JF. Hot drinks and toilets available at end of walk

Billingley and sur-roundingvillages

Dave and HelenWebber

5th April Wentworth Garden Centre, HagueLane, Wentworth Woodhouse, S62 7TF

WentworthWoodhouse

Pauline Haigh

12th April Car Park behind Silkstone Garage,S75 4LX

Hoylandswainearea

Judith Andrews

19th April Thaal Restaurant, Doncaster Road,Darfield, S73 9HH

Darfield Circular Rod Coysh

26th April St Saviour’s Church Car Park, Man-chester Road Thurlstone, S36

Thurlstone area Dave and HelenWebber

3rd May Dunford Bridge TPT Car Park Dunford Bridge/Carlecotes

Dave and CaroleOsborne

10th May Car Park behind Silkstone GarageS75 4LX

Silkstone area Jose Firth

17th May Bretton Village Hall, West BrettonWF4 4LB (voluntary contribution for parking)

Lower BrettonPark and Emley Woodhouse

Pauline Rowland

24th May Pottery Ponds Visitor CentreBlackamoor Road, Swinton, Mexborough S64 8UX

Pottery Ponds Lynda, Pat andSandra

31st May Car Park, Heath Common, Nr Wake-field WF1 5SL

Heath areaWakefield

Pauline Haigh

7th June Toss o’Coin Public House, PenistoneRoad, New Mill HD9 7JL

Shepley area Sheila Metcalfe

14th June Crown and Cushion Public House,Chapel Rd, Burncross, S35 1SS

Burncross/Grenoside

Pat Addy

21st June Red Lion, Park Road, WorsbroughBridge S70 5LJ

Wentworth – longwalk 6½ mls

David Fawcett

28th June Bluebell Inn, Great North Road,Wentbridge, Pontefract WF8 3JP

BrockadaleNature Reserve

Dave and HelenWebber

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GROUP VENUESAGE UK BARNSLEY, 36a Queens Road, Barnsley S71 1AR

ALDER CLOSE COMMUNITY CENTRE: Off Longsight Road, Mapplewell, Barnsley S75 6JA

ARDSLEY BOWLING CLUB: Coronation Terrace, Off Doncaster Rd, Ardsley, Barnsley S71 5BE

ARDSLEY OAKS WMC: 680 Doncaster Rd, Ardsley, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 5EF

BARNSLEY BOWL: Carlton Road, Barnsley S71 2AZ

BIRDWELL COMMUNITY CENTRE: Rockingham Street, Birdwell, Barnsley S70 5TQ

BURTON GRANGE COMMUNITY CENTRE: Wike Road, Lundwood, Barnsley S71 5LT

CUDWORTH METHODIST CHURCH: Barnsley Road, Cudworth, Barnsley, S72 8SU

DARTON PARISH HALL: Church St, Darton, Barnsley S75 5HF

DODWORTH LIBRARY: High Street, Dodworth, Barnsley, S75 3RF

DODWORTH MINERS WELFARE CLUB: High street, Dodworth, Barnsley S75 3RF

EMMANUEL CHURCH: Huddersfield Road, Barnsley S75 1DT

KING STREET FLATS: Waltham Street, Barnsley, S70 1JU

MANOR COURT COMMUNITY CENTRE: Westend Ave, Royston, Barnsley S71 4LN

MONK BRETTON METHODIST CHURCH: High St, Monk Bretton, Barnsley S71 2PJ

PRIORY CAMPUS: Pontefract Road, Lundwood, Barnsley S75 5PN

ST THOMAS’S COMMUNITY CENTRE: Church St, Gawber, Barnsley S75 2RJ

STOCKSBRIDGE COMMUNITY LEISURE CENTRE: Moorland Drive, Stocksbridge, SheffieldS36 1EG

STAIRFOOT CONSTITUTIONAL CLUB: 466 Doncaster Road, Barnsley S70 3PW

TESCOs: Wombwell Lane, Stairfoot, Barnsley S70 3NS

VALLEY COMMUNITY CENTRE: Manor Road, Cudworth, Barnsley S72 8DG

WESLEYAN REFORM CHURCH: Spark Lane, Mapplewell S75 6AA

WOMBWELL METHODIST CHURCH: Summer Lane, Wombwell, Barnsley S73 8HE

WORSBROUGH BRIDGE SOCIAL CLUB: 3 Walbrook, Worsbrough Bridge,Barnsley S70 5EJ

WORSBROUGH LIBRARY: Elm House Estate, Queensway, Worsbrough, Barnsley, S70 5EN.

Please remember…. Before attending a new group, please contact the Coordinator to checkthere is room in the group for you, and to confirm the time and venue.

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Page 43

BARNSLEY AND DISTRICT U3A

Bradfield Dam Flask reservoir(a 5 mile walk) was the 1st ventureof the new "Happy Feet" Thursdaywalking group.Fortunately for the 8 memberswho had arrived, we had to call atthe Post Office shop for coffeebreak before we started while ourlost member found us! The sprin-kling of snow made the walk pic-turesque.We finished the walk in the PloughPub for a light lunch and liquid re-freshments.Both Ann and Ev would like tothank the members who joined ustoday and made our first walk suchfun.

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