Happy New Year to all our members. We have had a successful year where our membership has grown steadily.  We have some exciting events happening in 2020. There is our 5th anniversary celebration and also our first National U3A day. On behalf of the committee I would like to thank you all for your … Continue reading →

A big thank you to everyone who contributed to this years Shoe box Appeal, Christine has forwarded the following information….. At end of November, the Consett processing centre loaded a first truck with 9586 shoe boxes destined for a four day journey to Belarus. Beginning of December saw it load a second truck with 1652 … Continue reading →

As we come to the end of 2019 I think it can safely be said that this has been yet another successful year for our U3A, here are some video clips and photo’s to show how much we enjoyed celebrating Christmas 2019…… The Red Hatters Christmas Party At Ramside Hall. Patchwork and Embroidery Group Christmas … Continue reading →

We have received an update about the Geography Competition the information for which was posted  here  in September. Hi all, Due to delays and other circumstances I have extended the deadline to the 31st January, 2020, (instead of the 15th December, 2019), for entries to The Geography Competition, 2020.  The competition will start in mid … Continue reading →

                                                                                          DECEMBER GENERAL MEETING  11TH DECEMBER I hope you are all … Continue reading →

  There are still places for the Quiz Christmas Party which is to be held this Friday the 6th December at the Mallard Pub at 6 30 pm.  It includes a 3 course meal, entertainment by a singer and Quiz. Price £20 If you would like to go please contact Paula by Wednesday morning on … Continue reading →

Wednesday 27th November – Seaham Town Hall – 10am Speaker.. Norman Kirtlan – Death From ….. A look at the role of the coroner during Victorian times in County Durham. We will be taking names and payment for… The Quiz Christmas Party – more details here Thornton’s Chocolate Night – Thursday 5th December. Cabaret  ….Wednesday 29th … Continue reading →