U3A – Arrive without a friend and leave with many.
What do you think U3A means to you? Would you believe there is more to it than just the word SYSTON? Live outside Syston? No problem you can still join. We are friendly and fun loving, active and social. Are you sitting comfortably? Then I’ll begin (how many of you remember ‘listening with Mother’).
The official title is ‘University of the Third Age’. Oh no, please don’t go because of the U word. This organisation has no requirement to have one nor does it award any, so stay, relax and read on. You will find U3A branches throughout the UK and also overseas. It is a welcoming organisation for those who work less than full time and I mean anyone.
Believe it or not this is a non-profit making Charity. Group running costs are low and any revenue from membership subscriptions or one off organised ‘events’ are used to benefit members. There is a free Christmas social, a contribution to help set up new groups, provision of some promotional and safety wear and much more. Organising and running any local U3A is entirely voluntary by members. Everyone offering what they can do or are best at, to contribute to a positive and satisfying experience for others.
Too much free time? Too many jobs and no fun? Lack the mental stimulation of full time work? Too little interaction with others? Aim to continue being physically active? Keen to embrace the opportunity for change?
There are approximately 40 different types of groups in the Syston and District U3A which fall into many categories and you can join as many as you can find time for. Do you have Individual knowledge or simply a latent interest in something? A subject or activity which isn’t offered yet – start it!
Have I tempted you to find out more?
Everyone will have their own reason to consider attending our monthly social meeting on Wednesday 8th October from 10.00am at Syston Community Centre. Come and meet our non scary, friendly, lovely Greeter ladies who will guide you to someone to explain more, enjoy a hot drink and listen to a Speaker who will give us an insight on Acupuncture. There is another meeting on 12th November for a return to safe Foraging. First attendance is free before U3A membership is required. Enjoy.
You can also discover more through our website https://www.systonu3a.org.uk, find us on Facebook systonu3a, our video is also there on YouTube or phone on 0300 102 1381. So many reasons to become a U3A member for an annual fee of £15.