How to Start a New Group
The Aughton & Ormskirk U3A has nearly 100 activity/interest groups that cater for the educational and social needs of the ober 1,800 members.
Any member can put forward suggestions for a new group they themselves would like to establish or suggest an activity/interest group they would like to see established. Ideas for new groups are always welcome and full support will be given by the Learning and Group Support Committee in order to ensure the new group becomes established and has an active membership.
The Group Support Committee will assist in finding a venue for the new group to meet, at present we use three main venues Scout & Guide HQ, Aughton Village Hall and Scarisbrick Village Hall. The ministry centre is also used for groups if there is no other venue available.
If you wish to establish a new group you should first contact Iain Smart, Chair of the Learning & Group Support Committee, to discuss your idea. Tel: 01704 220 618
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How to Start a Short Course
The Aughton & Ormskirk U3A has a reputation for the high quality Short Courses it has been organising for its members over many years. These courses can be anything from three to ten sessions and have in the past covered a diverse range of subjects such as Egyptology, astronomy, geology, poetry, painting, stained glass, meditation, ballroom dancing, as well as our wellbeing and memory courses.
Suggestions for new short courses are always welcome, especially from U3A members who would be prepared to run a short course themselves. Full support will be given in advertising the course, arranging venues and producing teaching materials etc.
Contact the short course co-ordinator, David Blanchflower on 01704 889736 or email to discuss your idea. Alternatively contact the Chair of the Learning & Group Support Committee, Tel: 01704 220 618
Expressions of interest are particularly welcome from U3A members who would be prepared to run a short course themselves. Full support will be given in advertising the course, arranging venues and producing teaching materials etc.
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