Ukulele for Fun

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From October, the Beginners and Improvers Ukulele Group will meet in the Byron Suite at the John Godber Centre. These sessions will take place on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month commencing at 10.00 am and running for 1 hour 30 minutes.

Sessions are open to ukulele players of all abilities and none. Complete beginners are always welcome. If anyone who does not have access to an instrument would like to give this a try, we do have an instrument available for you to borrow. Hucknall Library also operate a ukulele loan scheme.

Ukuleles are built in a variety of sizes the main ones being soprano, concert and tenor. Unlike the guitar which has more strings than players have fingers, a ukulele has four strings which makes it far easier to play.

It is not just George Formby classics that we play, in fact we play very few of those, but a vast selection of contemporary and classic songs. Even after a few basic lessons it is surprising just how many songs a beginner is able to play.

Our sessions are balanced to appeal to all levels, and although we are, in the finest traditions of the u3a, self taught, there is a wealth of experience and expertise available for any beginner to tap into.

So, if you have always wanted to play an instrument here is your opportunity. Please contact myself, John Pretty or Phil Attenborough using the website contact form or speak to either of us at our monthly members meeting.

Our next session is on Monday 13th October commencing at 10:00am in the John Godber Centre.

John Pretty Phil Attenborough Group Leaders

Gardening Group

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On 1st September the group travelled to Yorkshire for the last trip of the year to Harlow Carr.

In spite of the weather we have had this year, the gardens were beautiful and still full of colour. The day was mostly dry, and we enjoyed wandering around the gardens and following the various trails, seeing just what a colourful season Autumn can be.

As usual Betty’s Tearoom and cafe was a very welcome stopping place and refreshed all who tried the delicious fare. This garden is a good place to visit to get ideas for your own plot, both in variety, colour and size of plants. 

October’s meeting is at the JGC at 1.30 to 3.30 when we welcome Camilla Anderson who is speaking on Arts and Crafts and Edwardian gardens.

All are welcome as we are an open group.

Anne

Short Walks

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Unfortunately, Bennerley Viaduct postponed our planned guided walk with 48 hours’ notice.

It has been rearranged for 16th October.

18th September Walk

It is 2 years since we visited Gedling Country Park. The full undulating circuit is about 3.9 miles.

There have been a few changes and as always, weather permitting there are extensive views across the county and into Lincolnshire. At the end there is a welcome café which should be less busy now the school holidays have finished.

One change is the car parking which is a very reasonable £2.00 per vehicle.

Meet at the lower car park at 9.45am for a 10am start

Gedling Country Park

Spring Ln, Nottingham NG4 4PE

David Rose

Science Group

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Science – 19th September

The plan is to reconvene at Bestwood Country Park for our indoor/outdoor meeting. We will have the use of the Dynamo House and kitchen for drinks.

Outside we will be launching rockets and aeroplanes.

Not one of these!                                   But more like this ‘water rocket’

There will also be an aeroplane making and flying competition with a prize and obviously prestige for the winner.

Thanks to Bob Gow for arranging the venue and to Margaret from the Dynamo House café kitchen for allowing us to use the facilities.

There will be an opportunity of a guided tour for anyone who has not made a visit to the unique Winding House or for anyone who wishes to have another look.

More details will be sent to all Science Group members later.

David Rose