Joining an Interest Group is a great way to meet like-minded people. u3a Groups are all about sharing ideas and expertise. The majority of our Groups welcome people with all levels of ability whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned pro. There are over 30 Groups to choose from so why not take a look at the list below to see if something interests you? Click here to go to the List of Available Groups.
How do I join a Group?
To join a Group, click on the Group name in the list below and you will be taken to the specific Group page where you will find more information, then click on the Group Coordinator link to send a message to the relevant person. If there is a problem, please contact the Interest Groups Facilitator. Please include your telephone number in your message and check your spam box if you do not receive an email reply.
Do I have to be a member of Halesworth u3a to join a Group?
Yes. However, you can usually arrange a taster session with the relevant Group Leader to see if the Group suits you before you commit yourself.
GROUP MEMBERSHIP means shared participatory learning where the Group uses the strengths and enthusiasms of all its members. The Groups are the life blood of u3a, so if you are able to co-ordinate a Group, or really wish there was a Group on a particular subject, then please let the Interest Groups Facilitator know. Help with organisation and resources can be given.
GROUP CHARGES: There are no group membership charges, but for some groups there may be a small cost to cover materials or venue costs. Please ask the Group Leader for more information about a particular group
GROUP LEADERS
Each of our Interest Groups has a Group Leader. He or she acts as a facilitator to help the group members pursue their interests and meet their objectives. The frequency of meetings, venue and objectives of the group are discussed and agreed by the members. Interest Group administration varies from group to group but is generally quite straightforward, and new Leaders can get help and advice from the Group Leaders page or from the Interest Groups Facilitator.
POSSIBLE NEW GROUPS
We have a number of current suggestions for possible new groups (listed below). These can only be started if enough members would like to join them:
- Appreciation of Art
- Indoor/Carpet Bowls
- Victorian Literature
- Lawn Bowls
We are keeping a list of members who would like to participate in any of these possible groups, and will facilitate an initial meeting when there are enough people interested. Please let the Interest Groups Facilitator know if you would like to add your name to the list of those who would like to be part of one of these groups.
SETTING UP A NEW GROUP
If you have an idea for a new group, or would like to set one up, please contact the Interest Groups Facilitator or come to one of our monthly coffee hours for a chat. See also Setting Up a New Group and Group Leaders.
INTEREST GROUPS
Below is a summary of all the interest groups currently being offered by Halesworth u3a. Keep checking this page and the individual group pages for up to date information. Click here to return to the top of the page.
Groups listed alphabetically
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Appreciating Architecture
Status: Active
Monthly on Friday afternoons
3rd Friday of the Month. -
Beginner's Recorder
Status: Active -
Bird Watching
Status: Wait list only
Monthly on Wednesday mornings
1st Wednesday of the Month, 10.00 am -
Bridge
Status: Active
Weekly on Thursday afternoons
2.00 to 4.00 pm. -
Canasta
Status: Active
Weekly on Tuesday mornings
Every Tuesday, 10.30am. -
Church Crawlers
Status: Active
Monthly on Wednesday afternoons
4th Wednesday of the Month, April to October, 2.00 pm. -
Community Technology
Status: Active
Monthly on Wednesday afternoons
3rd Wednesday of the Month, 2.00 pm. -
Discussion
Status: Active
Monthly on Wednesday mornings
3rd Wednesday of the Month, 10.30 am. -
Drawing for the Terrified
Status: Suspended
on Tuesday afternoons
Various Tuesdays starting in Autumn 2023. -
English Country Dancing
Status: Active
Fortnightly on Monday afternoons
2nd and 4th Mondays of the Month from 2.30 to 4.00 pm. -
Exploring the Novel
Status: Active
Monthly on Thursday afternoons
3rd Thursday of the Month, 2.00 to 4.00 pm. -
Film Appreciation
Status: Active
Monthly on Monday afternoons
From August 2024 onwards - 2nd Monday of each Month 2.30 to 3.30 pm. See WHEN in the text below prior to that. -
French Conversation
Status: Active
Fortnightly on Friday mornings
1st & 3rd Friday each Month, morning. -
Genealogy
Status: Active
Monthly on Tuesday afternoons
1st Tuesday of the Month, 2.00 pm. -
Guitar
Status: Active
Electric Guitar: 2nd Wed of the month 7pm to 9pm at White Swan. Acoustic Guitar: last Thursday of the month 4.30pm to 6.30pm at Co-op Community Room. -
Handicraft
Status: Active
Monthly on Monday afternoons
3rd Monday of the Month, 2.30pm to 4.30pm. -
Jazz
Status: Active
Monthly on Tuesday mornings
4th Tuesday of the Month, 10.30 am to 12.15 pm. -
Local History
Status: Active
Monthly on Monday mornings
4th Monday of the Month, 10.30 am. -
Lunch on Friday
Status: Wait list only
Monthly on Friday afternoons
3rd Friday of the Month. -
Mah-jong
Status: Active
Weekly on Thursday mornings
Every Thursday 10.00 am. -
Members' Coffee Hour
Status: Active
Monthly on Friday mornings
Every last Friday of the Month, 11.00 to 12.00 am. Excluding August and December. -
Music Appreciation
Status: Active
Monthly on Tuesday mornings
2nd Tuesday of the Month, 10.30 to 12.00 am. -
Photography
Status: Active
Monthly on Thursday afternoons
2nd Thursday of the Month, 2.00 to 4.00 pm. -
Play Reading
Status: Wait list only
Monthly on Monday mornings
3rd Monday of the Month, am. -
Reading for Pleasure
Status: Active
Monthly on Thursday afternoons
1st Thursday of the Month, 2.00 pm. -
Real Ale and Local Pubs
Status: Wait list only
Monthly on Thursday afternoons
1st Thursday of the Month, approx 12.00 to 2.30 pm depending on pub opening times and transport. -
Science Study
Status: Active
Monthly on Thursday afternoons
4th Thursday of the Month 2.00 pm. -
Scrabble
Status: Active
Monthly on Wednesday afternoons
2nd Wednesday of the Month 1.30 pm. -
Shakespeare
Status: Active
Monthly on Tuesday afternoons
2nd Tuesday of the Month 2.30 pm. -
Shorter Walks
Status: Suspended
Monthly on Friday mornings
3rd Friday of the Month, morning starting in March. -
Snooker
Status: Active
Weekly
Tues, Wed and Thurs mornings at 11.00 am. -
Supper Club
Status: Active
Monthly on Saturday evenings
3rd or 4th Saturday evening of the Month, starting at 6.30 pm and lasting as long as the chatter continues. -
Table Tennis
Status: Active
Weekly on Wednesday afternoons
Every Wednesday, 3.30 to 5.00 pm. -
Ukulele
Status: Active
Weekly on Tuesday mornings
Every Tuesday morning 10.00 to 12.00 am. -
Walking
Status: Full
Monthly on Thursday mornings
2nd Thursday of each Month 10.30 am start. -
Wine Appreciation
Status: Full
Monthly on Wednesday evenings
2nd Wednesday of the Month, 5.30 pm. -
World Philosophies
Status: Active
Monthly on Monday mornings
2nd Monday of the Month 10.30 to 12.00 am.