General news from Hucknall U3A including announcements and events
JIGSAW PUZZLERS
Are you a keen puzzler? Do you usually have one on the go? If there is enough interest I will organise an inaugural meeting for a Jigsaw Puzzlers Group on Friday 27th February at Central Methodist Church at 10.30am. If you are interested come and put your name down in the refreshment room at the next main John Godber meeting on the 18th February.
Maureen Newton
U3a Petanque Competition
The Arnold u3a group proposed a u3a Petanque (boules) competition to be held in Spring/summer at Nottingham Petanque Club. Date to be confirmed.
I have informed them that Hucknall & District u3a are interested in entering a team (teams).
I have contacted our u3a members who I know are Petanque Players. If you also play and would like to join the squad, please let me know and I will update the information as soon as possible.
Christine Eagle
CHRISTMAS FILM SHOW – FRIDAY DECEMBER 17TH
Doors Open 12.45pm
1.15pm to 2.45pm A Christmas Story
2.45pm to 3.15pm Refreshment Break
3.15pm to 3.45pm ‘The Disappearing Husband’
“A Christmas Story,”
A Christmas Story is a nostalgic holiday comedy set in 1940s Indiana, following young Ralphie Parker’s quest for a Red Ryder BB gun. Blending humour and warmth, it captures childhood dreams, family quirks, and festive traditions. Iconic moments include the leg lamp, the tongue-on-a-pole dare, and Ralphie’s relentless wish despite warnings he’ll “shoot his eye out.” Its timeless charm and relatable family chaos have made it a perennial Christmas classic cherished across generations.
and the premiere of a supporting short film, “The Disappearing Husband.”
Following from a chance meeting with an old friend a recent retiree begins to wander off at random. Where to? Nobody knows. A case for shady private detective Vince and his equally dodgy assistant. (They are not that good, but they are cheap)
Holmes and Watson they are not.
Hucknall Food Bank Donations
At the film show there will be a voluntary collection of non-perishable food and cash.
David Rose
5 day holiday
5th – 9th August 2026
Staying at the Waverley Castle Hotel, Melrose
with Breakfast and Evening Meals
(apart from the Tattoo day when we are in Edinburgh for the full day)
Included excursions:
Full day in Edinburgh and Tickets for the Tattoo
Visit to the Kelpies
Visit to the Falkirk Wheel
Cost: £585
A non-refundable deposit of £140 is required with your choice of room type. No single supplement.
For further details, please contact Chris West on
0771 2255397 or 0115 9636224 to book your place
Caroline Rhoades is organising another holiday for Hucknall and Ashfield u3a members, these breaks are always good and very popular, details are below
Spring Break – 15/3/24.
7 days Half board at the Cavendish Hotel Exmouth, an Alfa Leisureplex hotel situated on the sea front. All rooms warm and cosy with full central heating and private facilities. The hotel has a lift to all rooms and has an extensive menu to suit all. There is entertainment each evening.
The Three full day excursions includes:-
* Exeter and Exe estuary cruise
*Sidmouth, Bicton Park and gardens
* Torquay and Brixham
Coach will pick up all u3a members from Ogle St, Newstead Abbey Gates, Kirkby Ellis St and travel directly to our hotel
£345. 00 sharing twin or double. Sea view £35. pp extra. Deposits £60. pp made out to Alfa Travel
Contact Caroline Rhoades for information and to secure your holiday. crhoades159@gmail.com 07724210563