Dronfield & District

Members

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NEW AND RETURNING MEMBERS

  • If you have never been a member of the u3a and would like to join please see the information on the Join the u3a page.
  • If you have previously been a member and would like to re-join, please see the information on the Renew page.

MONTHLY MEETINGS

  • All members and visitors are welcome to join our Monthly Meetings. See the diary dates below for the latest information.
  • If you would like to suggest a speaker for one of our meetings please email our Speaker Finder.

MEMBERS PORTAL

  • You can use the Members' Portal to join or leave groups, to update your contact details if they change and to request a replacement membership card. If your membership is due for renewal, you can renew online via the Portal.
  • To find out about the Portal or for help logging in, see About the Members Portal.
  • To login to the Portal, click: Members Portal Login.

GROUP MEETINGS

  • See the Groups page for information about our interest group meetings.
Dates for your Diary
Wed May 8th

Dronfield and District u3a Monthly Meeting

Speaker: Danny Wells, "Joseph Paxton, The Busiest Man in England"

Date:Wednesday 8th May, 10am-12.00
Venue:Dronfield Civic Hall, Dronfield, S18 1PD
About the meeting:Danny Wells will talk about the life of Joseph Paxton (1803-65) - designer of gardens, conservatories, parks, houses and so much more. Enjoy a coffee, cake and a chat.
Visitors:Visitors are welcome.
Information:Email the Chair or telephone 01246 900201
Wed Jun 12th

Dronfield and District u3a Monthly Meeting

Date:Wednesday 12th June, 10am-12.00
Venue:Dronfield Civic Hall, Civic Centre, Dronfield S18 1PD.
About the meeting:No speaker this month. There will be a fun Beetle Drive with time to socialise before and after. Our Garden Growers group will be back with their very popular Plant Sale (cash only). Members and Visitors welcome.
Information:Email the Chair or telephone 01246 900201
Wed Jul 10th

Dronfield and District u3a Monthly Meeting

Speaker: Lois Pittman - The Origins of Tie-Dye

Date:Wednesday 10th July, 10am-12.00
Venue:Dronfield Civic Hall, Civic Centre, Dronfield S18 1PD.
About the meeting:Artist Lois Pittman will talk about the origins of tie-dyeing and show samples of some of her work.
Visitors:Visitors are welcome.
Information:Email the Chair or telephone 01246 900201
Wed Aug 14th

Dronfield and District u3a Monthly Meeting

Date:Wednesday 14th August, 10am-12.00
Venue:Dronfield Civic Hall, Civic Centre, Dronfield, S18 1PD
About the meeting: No Speaker this month. There will be an opportunity to enjoy a selection of Board Games with plenty of time to socialise. Members and Visitors welcome.
Information:Email the Chair or telephone 01246 900201
Wed Sep 11th

Dronfield and District u3a Monthly Meeting

Speaker: Jean Hertzog, "The History of Well Dressing"

Date:Wednesday 11th September, 10am-12.00
Venue:Dronfield Civic Hall, Dronfield, S18 1PD
About the meeting:Jean Hertzog will talk about the history of well dressing. Come along and enjoy a coffee, cake and a chat.
Visitors:Visitors are welcome.
Information:Email the Chair or telephone 01246 900201
Wed Oct 9th

Dronfield and District u3a

Annual General Meeting

Speaker: Ian Morgan "The Fossdyke - a watery tale of mystery and intrigue"

Date:Wednesday 9th October, 10am-12.00
Venue:Dronfield Civic Hall, Civic Centre, Dronfield S18 1PD.
About the meeting:The u3a's Annual General Meeting will be followed by a talk by Ian Morgan. More information about the AGM will be emailed or posted to members in August and September.
Visitors:Visitors are welcome.
Information:Email Chair or telephone: 01246 900201.
Wed Nov 13th

Dronfield and District u3a Monthly Meeting

Speaker: Rob Barron, "North Korea"

Date:Wednesday 13th November, 10am-12.00
Venue:Dronfield Civic Hall, Dronfield, S18 1PD
About the meeting:Rob Barron will talk about his experiences of North Korea. As usual, there will opportunities to socialise and to find out about our groups.
Visitors:Visitors are welcome.
Information:Email the Chair or telephone 01246 900201