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updated January 31st, 2012
A number of our courses are held in cafes, and other venues, including Group Leaders homes. Maps for these venues are linked (private accommodation excluded). Some venues are not suitable for those with restricted mobility. Please check at Registration or Enrolment for information.
Cafes are made available to us free of charge. Group members should bear this in mind when using these venues and support the owners who oblige us in this way. In no circumstances should members take their own food and drink to these venues
Please note that not all Groups start in October. Groups starting in January in blue.
Weekly from 10th October from 14.30 to 17.30, at PYR Hotel, Fuengirola (map here)
Tel: Wendy and Fred Smith - 952 470 151 / 665 447 388
Coffee and snacks are available helping to make the occasion more
sociable.
Weekly from 10th October from 13.45 to 18.00 at, Nuevo Oasis Bar Max 30 (map here)
Tel: Jackie Futcher - 952 662 511
This year we are continuing with the Bolivia version of our
very popular card game ‘Canasta’, a more enjoyable, challenging and exciting
game. New members who are proficient with normal Canasta or are experienced
card players are very welcome. Tuition will be given in ‘Bolivia techniques
only’
Monthly from 17th October from 20.00 to 21.30 at Nuevo Oasis Bar (map here)
Tel: June & Jeff King 952 466 839
Weekly from 11th October from 10.30 to 12.30, at Lux Mundi, Ref. Lib.
Tel: Pamela Barnett - 952 883 117 / 639 440 056
Acol as well as Benji Acol, will be taught on Tuesday mornings, as both systems can run quite happily in conjunction, so that those of you wishing to advance your knowledge of Bridge, can be accommodated, by choosing either. All welcome-- with some knowledge of Bridge.
A small charge per lesson will be made
Fortnightly from 11th October from 11.00 to 12.30, at
Lux Mundi, B7-R2. Max 15
Tel: Sue Pemberton - 952 461 613 or Ann Matthews - 952 577 671
Come and join this lively group. Each session we focus on a different author or genre. This year we will include Scandinavian Crime Writers, Books & Film, Forgotten Authors & Blockbusters. The group rarely shares a common view which can sometimes lead to heated discussions.
Fortnightly from 25th October from 14.45 to 16.30, at
Lux Mundi, B7-R2. Max 15 - Read more about this group here
Tel: Ann Matthews - 952 577 671 or Sue Pemberton - 952 461 613
Not for complete beginners. Short stories Novels. Plays Non fiction. Exploration of styles and Genres. Sharing and discussing possibilities. Have you a novel in the bottom drawer
Weekly from 11th October from 14.00 to 17.00 , at the PYR Hotel, Fuengirola (map here)
Tel: Keith Day - 952 467 156
A compelling table game that originated in China in the late nineteenth century and has been played in Britain since the early part of the twentieth century. Easy to learn and a pleasure to play MahJong offers scope for the exercise of skill but includes a significant element of chance. It has evolved into a distinct number of variations however British MahJong Association Rules apply to the game as played here.
There is a one off charge of 5€ for notes.
Fortnightly from 18th October from 11.00 to 12.30, at Lux Mundi, B7-R2. Max 10
Tel: Mary Havelock 952 466 738
We plan to study Irish and Russian poetry and in 2012 some American
works.
Weekly from 11th October from 14.30 to 15.30 for for 5 weeks,
venue to be confirmed. Sessions will be repeated throughout the year as demand
requires. Max 6
Tel: Roy Futcher - 952 662 511
This BASIC course is designed for people with little or no knowledge
of computers/internet but are very keen to learn. Detailed information/guidance
sheets for each week will be provided for a single payment of €1.50. On completion,
members will have their own unique ‘e-mail’ address, be competent to send
and receive e-mails and be able to use the World Wide Web and be aware of
some computer jargon. Guidance will also be given on buying a new computer.
Please Note: there will be a charge of €1.00 per hour for
the internet connection.
Weekly from 11th October from 16.00 to 17.00 for 7 weeks, venue to be confirmed. Sessions will be repeated throughout the year as demand requires. Max 6
Tel: Roy Futcher - 952 662 511
This course aims to bring an EXISTING computer user, who either has a computer (PC or laptop) or is familiar with one, the opportunity to use and learn some ‘Tricks of the Trade’ of Microsoft’s Office programs including:- Word – Excel – PowerPoint – Outlook Express – Internet Explorer Windows Explorer – Web ‘E-mails’. Detailed information sheets and course itinerary for each week will be provided for a single payment of €1.50. The course includes some advice on computer security from virus’s and spyware
Weekly from 10th January to 1st March from 14.40 to 16.00, at Lux Mundi, Ref. Lib Max 30
Tel: Kay White - 952 471 197
A glimpse into the lives of some of the extraordinary women
whose influence and achievements helped to shape various aspects of our history.
Fortnightly from 18th October from 14.45 to 16.15 at Lux Mundi, B7-R2 Max 12
Tel: Ray Challinor– 952 446 893
This is a complete photography course for both beginners and
enthusiasts. It includes everything from an understanding of cameras to techniques
used to produce photos at professional level. The course also involves practical
sessions with everything explained in easy to understand terms. Notes are
provided online. All you need is your camera!
Tel: Liz Cochrane – 951 311 232
A new day for this extremely popular group
Art Themes through the Ages: the search for Reality, Development of Landscapes.
Portraits: Propaganda and Anything but reality.
Fortnightly from 26th October from 11.00 to 12.30 at Lux Mundi, Ref. Lib Max 30
Tel: Catherine Cohen – 952 485 018
A series of 10 talks and Documentary film: ranging from Plots against Hitler to the Enigma Code to George Orwell and to include Fashion in the Forties and Film in the Forties and even the Nuremberg Trials. Enjoyable history
Weekly from 19th October from 14.40 to 16.10, at Lux Mundi, B7-R2 Max 15
Tel: Wendy Smith - 952 470 151 / 665 447 388
In the main we will be concentrating on play reading as well as exploring other aspects of theatre.
Fortnightly from 19th October from 11.00 to 12.30, at Lux Mundi, Ref. Lib.
Tel: Ian Phillips - 952 494 172
Talks this year to include some, or all, of the following:
| Aspirin in History and the History of Aspirin |
| Language - Is it all in the brain? |
| Nature v Nurture - Can we blame it all on our parents? |
| The Periodic Table - Ian's Party Piece |
| Symmetry - What connects a 19th century duel, the Alhambra and the 1st Law of Thermodynamics? |
| Sport - Technology, Drug Testing and a Lot of Balls! |
| Puzzles - What would Alice have thought? |
| LHC - Updates on the search for the Higgs Boson et al |
| Artificial Intelligence - How close are we to passing the Turing test? |
Fortnightly
from 1st February at
14.40 - 16.15 Lux Mundi, Ref. Lib
Tel: Geoff Cooke - or Catherine Cohen 952 485 018
A mixed miscellaneous assortment of talks on everything under the sun! Talks are invited from members. Topics will be announced in advance on this website, in the members weekly enews, and on the U3A Noticeboard in Lux Mundi.
Weekly for 19th October from 11.00 to 12.30 at Lux Mundi, B7-R1 Max 15
Tel: Phyllis Vosper - 952 494 314
Relaxation classes will assist those seeking a more positive attitude to life. It is helpful to mind and body. For those wanting to learn the basic techniques to enjoy the benefits of relaxation.
Weekly from 19th October from 14.30 to 15.30 at Lux Mundi, B7-R2 Max 15
Tel: Patrick Kersschot – 619 551 703
These classes are for those with little or no knowledge of the
language. Application and dedication will be required and we cannot accept students
likely to absent themselves for a period of more than one week. Learning is
fun but commitment and homework will be required. Absentees for more than 2
weeks without notifying the Group Leader will be deemed to have left. Patrick
will be giving out weekly handouts at a cost of €1.50
Weekly from 19th October from 15.45 to 16.45 at Lux Mundi, B7-R2 Max 15
Tel: Patrick Kersschot – 619 551 703
This is continuation class for last year’s group. Absentees for more than 2 weeks without notifying the Group Leader will be deemed to have left. Patrick will be giving out weekly handouts at a cost of €1.50
Weekly from 19th October from 17.00 to 18.00 at Lux Mundi, B7-R2 Max 15
Tel: Patrick Kersschot – 619 551 703
Weekly from 12th October from 14.00 to 18.00 at Nuevo Oasis, Fuengirola. (map here)
Tel: Mike & Pam Craven – 952 588 539
Continuing with the Bolivia version of our very popular card
game ‘Canasta’, Wednesday is the second session of the week. This game is
much more enjoyable, challenging and exciting! New members who are proficient
with normal Canasta or are experienced card players are very welcome. Tuition
will be given in ‘Bolivia techniques only’.
Fortnightly from 11th January from 14.45 to 16.30 at Lux Mundi, Ref Lib. Max 15
Tel: Janet Garrett – 952 563 158
In this group we will be looking at eight (or more) psychologists who have made a significant contribution to modern psychology, emphasising those whose theories relate to the development of the whole person
Fortnightly from 13th October from 10.30 to 12.30, at Lux Mundi, Ref. Lib.
Tel: Catherine Cohen – 952 485 018
Fortnightly from 13th October from 14.30 to 17.00 for at Lux
Mundi, Computer Room
Tel: Roy Futcher - 952 662 511
For more experienced computer users. Members should have laptop with WiFi
Fortnightly from 13th October from 11.00 to 12.30 at Lux Mundi, B7-R2, Max 10
Tel: Ann Matthews – 952 577 671
Writing articles or short stories for magazines, your grandchildren, or for your own satisfaction. Some good tales have been produced from only 100 words. For those who think they might enjoy the challenge, we will look at entering writing competitions and/or getting published.
Weekly from 13th October from 14:00 to 15:30 at Manila Cafe Bar, Paseo Maritimo Los Boliches (next to Hotel Yaramar) Max 30 (map here)
Tel:Tony Godley 651 842 972 or Judith Summers 658 646 235
Why not wake up your week with a potentially lively class learning to dance modern jive! You need to be reasonably fit – the ladies will be spinning
Fortnightly from 20th October from 11.00 to 12.30 at Lux Mundi, Ref. Lib
Tel: Catherine Cohen – 952 485 018
All participants are encouraged to offer to arrange programmes.
Fortnightly from 20th October at 14.45 - 17.00Lux Mundi, Computer Room
Tel: Jackie Futcher – 952 662 511
The workshop sessions are provided to assist members obtain their family history and/or family tree via the internet. It is recommended that members bring their own laptops so they can create their own family tree on that computer. Bring along all your family information and start a new interest.
A series of 3 lectures to be held at Lux Mundi, B1 -7 on the following dates:
Thursday, 16th February. Thursday 23rd February and Thursday 1st March 11:00 - 12:30
Tel: Pernille Knudtzon - 678 253 510
Feb 16th – Blood: The River of Life; Feb 23rd – A Healthy Immune System, Mar
1 – Dementia & Alzheimer’s Disease
Full
details here
Weekly from January 12th 11.00 to 12.30, at Lux Mundi, B7-R2 Max 15
Tel: Ruth Bell - 610 069 988
Know your Mobile Phone in 6 easy weeks. Basic applications through texting,
display settings to Sim Card saving. The course will be repeated as demand
requires.
Weekly from 14th October from 11.00 to 12.30, at Lux Mundi, B7-R2 Max 15
Tel: Fereshteh Rampino - 952 479 783
This class is suitable for those who have attended previous
LM classes or who have a reasonable command of the language. It will involve
conversation as well as use of Español 2000 Elemental, available at
Libreria Teseo, near Avda de Mijas, approximately €19. Lesson 13 onwards will
be used in class. Absentees for two weeks, who do not notify the GL, will
be deemed to have left and will be replaced by those on the waiting list.
Weekly from 14th October from 11.00 to 13.00 at Nuevo Oasis Bar, Fuengirola (map here) Max 20
Tel: Stuart Allen – 952 449 179
Please note: small charges will be made when photocopying is required.
Weekly from 14th October from 14.30 to 17.30, at PYR Hotel, Fuengirola (map here)
Tel: Wendy and Fred Smith 952 470 151 / 665 447 388
Weekly from 14th October from 11.30 to 13.00. Chatterbox, Fuengirola. Max 15
Tel: Jacky Lipson - 952 964 505
Please bring a mat to lay on and wear loose layers of clothing to put on and take off. There will be a small fee per session (to be advised at enrolment).
Weekly from 14th October from 14.30 to 17.00 at Plaza Hispanidad (in front of pizza restaurant), Max 20 (map here)
Tel: Michael and Pam Craven – 952 588 539
Also known as ‘Boule’, this is played outdoors on any reasonable
hard surface. We play on a court, free, set up by the local council. The game
is played with a metal ball called a boule and a jack made from wood.
Weekly from 13th
January from 11.00 to 12.30 at Lux Mundi Ref. Lib
Tel: Kay White - 952 471 197
A series of DVDs reminding us that our world holds some truly
remarkable man-made treasures, and looking at their history
Fortnightly from October 15th starting at 11.00. The first walk will be confirmed on the group web page, or call for information.
Tel: Bernie Lipson - 952 964 505
Pleasant, sociable walking in interesting places. Approximately 3 hours duration. Venues (within reasonable driving distance) vary and details will be posted on the U3A website. Ventas optional!
Weekly from 15th October from 9.30 to 11.30 at Las Lagunas Sports Centre, Fuengirola (map here) -nb New Day and Time
Tel: Chris Lee - 620 340 108
All standards but it’s preferable that you have played previously (even if it’s a long time ago!). Bring your own bat if you have one, but we do have a few spares.
Weekly at the Primavera Bar, on the Paseo
Maritimo, Los Boliches, on Sundays from
11.30 to 13.00 (map here)
Tel: Mary Havelock – 952 466 738
Come and meet members and make new friends, catch up on the
news and the gossip, or spread some of your own!
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