u3a

Watford & District

Group Category: General

  • Book Discussion Too

    We read a book each month from a list selected by the group members. Often the book is outside our comfort zone and we do not like all the books we read. However group numbers have increased and an excellent discussion group has emerged. Lookout for our current book listed in the Newsletter. Read more

  • Pathfinders

    This friendly group travels to various destinations, usually walking about 5 miles and enjoying a sociable pub lunch afterwards. We hold a planning meeting in January, and take it in turns to lead the walks. Read more

  • Bridge

    We offer the chance to meet and play a social game of Bridge. Experience varies, but we try to learn from each other, and extend our understanding and enjoyment of the game in various ways. This is a joint group with SW Herts U3A, Read more

  • Philosophy

    This is a very lively group, keen to voice their ideas. What is your idea of Philosophy? Come along and join in the discussions. Come and say what you think. The group is currently studying Philosophy of the mind looking at Dualism, Behaviourism, Identity theory and Functionalism. Read more

  • Canasta

    Our Canasta group is for those who enjoy the challenge of a card game, but using a light-hearted approach, in a warm and friendly setting. It is both an absorbing and an exciting game to play. Every game is as unpredictable as the next card in the pile. That's the thrill of it. Read more

  • Poetry

    We will read and study poets and poetry, sometimes confining ourselves to individual poets and sometimes adopting a theme. Various other events will be organised through the year including occasional visits to the theatre and other social gatherings. Read more

  • Cryptic Crosswords

    A friendly group who meet to practice and improve their crossword skill. We have varying levels of ability but some basic knowledge of cryptic crosswords is necessary if you wish to join this group. Read more

  • Scrabble 3

    We aim to meet the demand of our members wishing to use their knowledge and expertise at the scrabble board. We do not take ourselves too seriously - it is after all only a game! Read more

  • Current Affairs 2

    Members bring their pet current affairs of the month and air their views and then the rest of us discuss them. Great fun listening to such diverse opinions. Fortunately they don't lead to violence. The best fun all month. Read more

  • Scrabble 4

    We aim to meet the demand of our members wishing to use their knowledge and expertise at the scrabble board. We do not take ourselves too seriously - it is after all only a game! Read more