Science

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This month we considered the life and work of Leohnard Euler.

Born in Switzerland he was a brilliant mathematician, physicist, astronomer, logician, engineer, and music theorist.

He is considered to be one of the greatest mathematicians that ever lived.

He wrote a definitive book on teaching Maths and he believed any man or woman can have perfect numeracy.

An activity followed which involved the solving of some algebra problems with varying degrees of success.

It was good to see the group having a go putting to use dormant maths skills learnt in the past.

We finished with a short video about the re-wilding of wolves in Yellowstone USA.

Friday, April 21st 2023 meeting

We return to the theme of sustainability with a focus on the fashion/clothing industry.

Is it possible for manufacturers to produce high quality, environmentally friendly and sustainable clothing?

How does reusing and recycling material help to reduce the negative impact of cheap throwaway garments?

More information will be sent to group members before the meeting.

David Rose

National Trust Visit – Calke Abbey

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All fifty three members were on board the coach at Hucknall Market before our depature time of 9.30 am on Monday, 27th March, 2023.

As a result we were at Calke Abbey just before 10.30 am.

The weather was dry and mainly sunny making the conditions ideal for  the various activities.

Over the day members enjoyed visiting the main house, the church, the gardens, the cafe, the shops and enjoying the well signposted walks of varying length.

A broken down van at Nuthall Island on the return journey caused some delay but did not take the gloss off a lovely day.

Next month will see the group venture further afield to Upton House near to Oxford.

                                     

 Barrie

History Group

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The History Group always welcomes all U3A members especially new ones. Our indoor meeting place is Central Methodist Church on Baker Street: time 2pm – 4pm ish.

The next meeting is April 19th when we are visiting Bassetlaw Museum at Retford where we will see the Pilgrims Gallery display. The Coach leaves Hucknall Market at 11am – leaving Retford at 4pm. I’m told there are many café’s in Retford and a Weatherspoons next door to the Museum.

Wednesday May 17th 2pm is the date and time for the meeting at Central Methodist Church when Mike Kelly will be with us. He will tell us about The Fall of Saxon England, Christmas Day 1065 to Christmas Day 1066 which is the most traumatic year in English history.

Kathy and Sue will be at the main meeting in May to take bookings for our Visit to Ashby de la Zouch Museum on June 21st.

Maureen

Meetings and visits – 2023

April 19th 2023

A visit to Bassetlaw Museum at Retford where there is a Pilgrims Gallery Display. No café but Weatherspoons next door.

Leave Hucknall 11am – leave Retford 4pm Cost of visit £10

May 17th 2023

Mike Kelley, someone else who is new to us, telling us about The Fall of Saxon England. Christmas Day 1065 – Christmas Day 1066. The most traumatic year in English History

June 21st 2023

Visit to Ashby de la Zouch Museum where there is a Dolly Shepherd Display. Do you remember the talk we had about the lady parachutist? Plus visit to Ashby Castle if possible – still checking this one. Leave Hucknall 11am – leave Ashby 4pm Cost of visit £10

July and August – Holidays

September 20th 2023

Robert Mee, whom we have enjoyed listening to before, will talk about Nottinghamshire Castles. He says – Eleven sites and more besides

October 18th 2023

Potteries Museum & Art Gallery Staffordshire Hoard on display.

Leave Hucknall 10.30am – leave Stoke 4pm Cost of visit £12.50

November 15th 2023

Michael Cooke, is another of our previous speakers, who usually tells about European history, this time I think it might be around England.

December 21st  – No meeting too close to Christmas

Singalong

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The theme of “Songs from the Shows” at our March Singalong was enjoyed by all.

At our next session in April we will be celebrating the King’s upcoming Coronation – in song and a short film.

In May the theme will be Eurovision Songs!

Remember 

Keeeeep Singing! 

Medium-length Walk

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22 of us braved the wet weather for a 7 mile walk around Rolleston and Fiskerton.  After an hour or so the rain eased off and the sun tried its best to warm us as we had coffee at the Southwell Racecourse.  As we continued, the going was definitely “soft” and one of the walkers had a muddy slip, narrowly avoiding a lie down in a puddle. 

After lunch at the side of the River Trent the sun definitely showed itself as we headed back to the Southwell Garden Centre and post walk refreshments in Southwell.