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Discussion Group
1.30 - 3.00 pm Mondays monthly at Astbury Mere, starting Monday 4th October
Pat Cox
Topics, from the serious to the frivolous, are chosen in advance by the group. Meeting on the first Monday of the month (except Bank Holidays), and all U3A members are welcome.
Investment Group “Beartown Bulls”
3.15 - 4.45 pm Thursdays at Members homes. Fortnightly, 1st and 3rd week
Tim Baker
Members meet together to buy and sell shares on the London Stock Market (with varying degrees of success). Companies are researched using financial websites, newspapers, magazines and software purchased by the group. Buying and selling is decided by one member, one vote. New members most welcome.
An Introduction to Philosophy
1.30 - 3.30 pm Tuesdays at St John, fortnightly. 12 sessions between September and Easter.
Phil Malbon
This course will appeal to those who would like to reflect a little more deeply upon ourselves and the world in which we live. It will look at three broad philosophical topics. Knowledge and Understanding will ask questions about what we can know, about the reliability of scientific knowledge and whether there is any justification for belief in the existence of God. Moral Philosophy will investigate right and wrong human behaviour. Political Philosophy will ask questions about social freedom and democracy. A large part of each session will be devoted to discussion with plenty of opportunity for members to put forward their own views. Further information available on the philosophy website www.congletonphilosophy.media.officelive.com
Continuing Philosophy
1.30 - 3.30 pm Tuesdays at St John, fortnightly. 12 sessions between September and Easter.
Phil Malbon
This course is mainly aimed at those who have done philosophy in previous years, although newcomers are also welcome. The content of the course will, to some extent, be determined by those who take part. Previous topics have included Greek Philosophy, Political Philosophy, Environmental Ethics, Human Rights, Free Will, Darwinism and the Mind/Body problem. Further information available on the philosophy website www.congletonphilosophy.media.officelive.com
Stamps & Collectables
11.15 am - 12.45 pm Fridays at Astbury Mere, fortnightly.
George Hill
Within this relatively new group there is considerable knowledge and expertise - behind every stamp there is a story! Swapping is encouraged and the internet is used for information. Time will be set aside for small collectables such as: coins, cigarette and postcards, ceramics, jewellery, etc. Where possible an expert will be invited.
Wine Appreciation - 1
1.30 - 3.00 pm Mondays at St John Headquarters, Room 2, starting Monday 27th September.
Dorothy and Reg Waite
Although running for 10 plus years we are still finding new wine regions and makers to explore. Four wines each session with tasting notes, bread, cheese and nibbles. Shared cost on the day. Maximum of 20 persons.
Wine Appreciation - 2
1.30 - 3.00 pm Fridays at St John Headquarters, Room 2, starting Friday 1st October.
Dorothy and Reg Waite
Although started as a spin off beginners’ group this has been a very successful and enthusiastic class who are all well into judging wine as well as coming second in the last quiz. Same format as the Monday group. Maximum 20.
Wish You Were Here
9.30 - 11.00 am Thursdays at St John Headquarters, Autumn and Winter Terms.
Peter Clewlow
Open to all. At each meeting we have one or two speakers who share their experience of a particular holiday. It’s informative and fun. The group have also holidayed to Egypt, Lake Garda, Austria and Croatia, as well as taking a 4-week cruise to the Black Sea.
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