Category: Social Events

Christmas Film Show Wednesday 17^th December

Our first film was a 30-minute short titled ‘The Missing Husband’ from the ‘Kept Woman’ film studio.

This soon to be classic was produced and directed by David and Christine Vincent and featured several u3a groups and members.

Basically, a recent retiree goes missing from home, but his family have no idea where he goes or what he does when he gets there.

They employ dodgy private detectives Hugh Dunnit and Charlie Clueless who after a few false leads eventually track him down to The John Godber Centre and discover that he has joined the u3a.

Here he is hiding behind the snowman at a Singalonga group session.

This was followed by a refreshment break thanks to Christine and John Berrill and their volunteer team with mince pies, sausage rolls and some very moreish vegetarian rolls (that soon disappeared) expertly made by Anne Wilkinson.

Following the break our feature film was A Christmas Story, a cult festive comedy film released in 1983. Set in the 1940s, it follows young Ralphie Parker as he navigates the joys and mishaps of a family Christmas in American suburbia.

Ralphie’s greatest Christmas wish is to receive a Red Ryder BB gun, but he faces repeated warnings that he’ll “shoot his eye out”. The film is celebrated for its nostalgic look at childhood, quirky humour, and memorable moments, which have made it a classic holiday favourite for audiences of all ages.

David Rose

Hucknall u3a Christmas Lunch 2025

On Monday, 1st December 2025, our u3a community came together for the much-anticipated Christmas Lunch, marking the start of the festive season in grand style.

The event saw an impressive gathering of 144 members, all eager to share good food and laughter.

JGC was beautifully adorned with traditional Christmas decorations, setting a warm and welcoming atmosphere. We were treated to a delicious Christmas meal with all the trimmings, followed by a tempting array of puddings, finished off with mince pies. Special dietary requirements were thoughtfully catered for, ensuring everyone could indulge in the seasonal fare.

Festive entertainment followed the meal with singer Jess Johnson, and several lively members danced the afternoon away.

The Christmas Lunch continues to be one of the highlights of our social calendar.

We would like to thank Cathy Tomlinson who caters for this event, Jess Johnson for the entertainment and to the staff at JGC for making us very welcome at this and other events.

A date for your diary: The Christmas Lunch for 2026 is on Monday 7^th December.

Social Sub Committee