News from Chiltern U3A

02/10/2008

Chiltern U3A recently announced the launch of a new local U3A group. Over 200 people attended the launch meeting at the Drake Hall, Amersham on 11th September, with a further 70 keen to join but unable to attend. U3A National Education & Development Officer, Mike Long, said this was the largest launch meeting it had been his privilege to visit.

 

“The response exceeded our best expectations” was the comment of Chiltern U3A’s Chairman, Bob Meredith. “The Drake Hall could not cope with all the potential new members and, unfortunately, some of those keen to join were unable to attend through lack of space. I hope that will not put them off joining one of the UK’s fastest growing leisure and learning organisations.”

 

To ensure the momentum is maintained, an inaugural meeting has been arranged for 2 p.m. on Wednesday, 8th October at Chesham Town Hall. It is planned that, as well as other matters, the new U3A will be formally constituted on that day.

 

Enquiries should be addressed to:
Heather Mintern - tel: 01494-722140; e-mail: u3anew@chiltern-u3a.org.uk