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Cheddar Valley U3A
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Purpose/role:

A UK wide movement, which brings together people in their ‘third age’, ie after working full time and/or raising a family

When & where:
Initially, Monday mornings from 10.30 to 12.00am in Cheddar Library, for coffee and a chat. Then there are 50+ interest groups as well as monthly coffee mornings and speaker meetings
Person to contact:
Margaret Woodliffe
Phone:
01934 712852
Cost:
Annual fee of £12.00 or £22.00 per couple. Separate fees for meetings.
Who can attend:
People who are retired or semi-retired, who want to continue learning and personal development for its own reward.
Support with attending :
U3A does not offer transport. However, its 500+ members are widespread and often share transport when suitable.
Isle of Wedmore Probus Club
Wellbeing Theme Category:
Purpose/role:

A social club for retired business men.  No political affiliation.

When & where:
Meetings 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at Wedmore Golf Club at 10.15am
Person to contact:
Ross Young
Phone:
01934 710255
Cost:
Annual subscription of £25.00 and £2.00 at each meeting
Who can attend:
Open to men only, retired businessmen
Support with attending :
Contact Ross Young to discuss
Music in Mind
Wellbeing Theme Category:
Purpose/role:

An opportunity to share friendship and music in a relaxed and supportive group

When & where:
Masonic Hall, usually every fortnight on a Monday, from 2.15 to 3.30pm
Person to contact:
Stella Moore, Music Therapist or Heather Banwell
Phone:
(Stella) 01934 732282 or (Heather) 01934 712216
Cost:
No cost to people attending, but a donation is welcomed. Supported by local charities
Who can attend:
Open to carers and people with memory difficulties. Local musicians are very welcome to join us occasionally and provide a short performance as part of the session.
Support with attending :
Contact Stella or Heather for more information and to discuss.