National Events
Nationally run events and more
There are many different online learning events and other activities, run by the national u3a movement, that are available to you as a member of Tonbridge u3a. Further details of what is available currently can be found on the national u3a website - https:// www.u3a.org.uk/. Most of the events and activities can be found under either the 'Learn' tab or the 'Events' tab.
Please send any comments you may have to Rosemary Martin using the e-mail secretary@tonbridgeu3a.uk
For further details including how to book your place on the above events, please go to the national u3a website - https://www.u3a.org.uk/events/u3a-week
Free Online Event
Tuesday, 28 January, 2025 · 10 - 11:30am
Staying Safe Online - A u3a Presentation with Q&A
Please note this is a repeat talk that has been done previously.
Cybercrime and related frauds have been growing at an alarming rate for the past few years and during the COVID pandemic has escalated exponentially. Many of the scams originate overseas and there is little chance of identifying or arresting the perpetrators. This is international organised crime. The UK Police Strategy is to educate us on how to identify all manner of scams and to help prevent you from falling for them. The talk will include some video clips that in equal measure will entertain and alarm you.
Following a visit to Thorpe Bay U3A in 2017 by the Chief Constable, a joint seminar was put together by Barry Linton of Thorpe Bay U3A and Essex Police and has continued to be presented to U3As around the County.
This online Zoom talk will present key elements from the half-day seminar and also discuss some of the very latest threats that are particularly aimed at the u3a generation. There will be a Q&A session afterwards.
You do not use a Laptop, Tablet or Smartphone? You are still at risk as will be demonstrated to you.
Click here to book tickets https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/staying-safe-online-a-u3a-presentation-with-qa-tickets-1064228117949?aff=oddtdtcreator
This event is for u3a members only. Not a member? Find out more and join here
Free Online Event
Thursday, 13 February 2025 - 2 - 4pm
A Few Small Nips: Frida Kahlo and the art of pain
One of a series of talks illustrating how the creative arts can enhance our wellbeing.
About the series: A series of three talks by Professor Christopher Dowrick, illustrating how the creative arts, including literature, poetry, music, art and sculpture, can enhance our wellbeing.
Each talk is self-contained, but all three combined give the fullest expression to this theme.
A Few Small Nips: Frida Kahlo and the art of pain
· Frida Kahlo is one of the most celebrated artists of the 20th century, famous for her colourful self-portraits. She endured severe physical, emotional, and psychological traumas during her lifetime, yet her art transcends a life of pain and disability.
Click here to book tickets https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-few-small-nips-frida-kahlo-and-the-art-of-pain-tickets-1110440089199?aff=oddtdtcreator
This event is for u3a members only. Not a member? Find out more and join here
Free Online Event
Wednesday, 26 February 2025 2 - 3pm
Penguins: Icons of Antarctica
Join Dr Verena Meraldi, Chief Scientist and uncover a wealth of fascinating information about penguins, the iconic inhabitants of Antarctica
To celebrate and launch the u3a’s new exclusive partnership with HX Hurtigruten Expeditions we have invited Dr Verena Meraldi, Chief Scientist to talk to u3a members and uncover a wealth of fascinating information about penguins, the iconic inhabitants of Antarctica.
Please join us to learn about penguins, a unique family of flightless seabirds, and discover how they have evolved to thrive in the harsh conditions of the Southern Ocean. Explore their fascinating adaptations that enable them to survive in the cold and icy waters.
You will explore the intricate breeding cycles of penguins and discover how they navigate the challenges of the wild balancing the need to find prey while avoiding predators. Learn about the effects of climate change on these remarkable seabirds and how scientists study them through the Penguin Watch programme. Additionally, find out how you can support penguin research through the Citizen Science project.
Click here to book tickets https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/penguins-icons-of-antarctica-tickets-1105361398699
This event is for u3a members only. Not a member? Find out more and join here