Events
Everyone is welcome to attend one of our monthly Open Meetings to find out more and decide whether U3A is for them; they are held on the third Wednesday of each month (except July) from 2 - 4pm at:
Uphall Community Education Centre, Strathbrock Place, Uphall, West Lothian, EH52 6BN
Tel: 01506 854451
| Dates for your Diary | |
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| Meetings | |
| Wed May 15th | Scott Graham: Scottish Power Energy Networks The main focus of the talk is about how Scottish Power can help in a power cut, with cost of living support and home fire safety. Scott will talk about how Scottish Power have brought together a number of local partners to deliver free or low cost services to customers who are elderly, disabled or just need a little extra help. Scottish Power ensure that members can be added to the priority services register so they get extra support in the event of power outages. They also have additional services, including saving on energy bills, home fire safety checks, befriending services and more. |
| Wed Jun 19th | HM Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland (HMICS) A topical talk about inspections they are doing at the time. Also a summary of HMICS and its role/the state of policing, and recent inspections and publications. |
| Wed Jul 17th | No Open Meeting in July |
| Wed Aug 21st | Ian Barr: Understanding Abstract Art Ian is a working artist in the modern mode. He also lectured, and has experience of public speaking. |
| Wed Sep 18th | Elizabeth Brewer: "Playlist for Life - personal music for dementia" Elizabeth Brewer is a volunteer speaker with Playlist for Life and will give a presentation about this music and dementia charity. The presentation includes some lovely videos of people living with dementia who have benefitted from the power of music. Please note that these videos can stir emotions in people, especially those who are or have been personally affected by dementia. In advance of the meeting perhaps members might like to think of a song that brings back a happy memory or positive emotion, as this is something we encourage people to share during the talk. |
| Wed Oct 16th | West Lothian U3A Annual General Meeting |
| Wed Nov 20th | Elaine Dowie from Falkirk and West Lothian Fire Service will talk about safety measures to take in the home, and what the fire service do to support the community |