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The ancient tile-based game of Mahjong is a game of skill with a good deal of luck thrown in. We will learn the intricacies and finer points of the game. The group may branch out into other games to match our group size and interests, such as Backgammon, Go or suggestions from the group. StretchContinue reading “Another new group for September: Mahjong”

The Crime & Detective Fiction Book Group will meet monthly, every second Friday afternoon, 2-4.30. Its aim is for members to meet like-minded readers, share their enthusiasm for the genre, and try out work by authors who are new to them. At its first meeting, we will discuss how to choose the books to beContinue reading “New for 2019/20: Crime reading group”

Our new digital media group has started and the Leader Chris Waterson is happy to help with any of your needs. Whether you are Mac or PC, want to use social media or spreadsheets and are struggling with your iPhone and iPad come along to the group. For more information on venue and dates contactContinue reading “Digital Media Group”

Members of our Arts and Crafts Group have made some lovely bags which they are offering for sale to all U3A members. Each bag is unique, strong and beautifully made, and will cost just £3. They will be on sale at our next monthly meeting on Tuesday June 11th Do bring friends and neighbours toContinue reading “Arts and Crafts Group”

Our coffee morning is THIS SATURDAY in Duns Parish Church Hall at 10am. Do come along and support your committee as we continue to raise the profile of the U3A in Duns. Please spread the word amongst your family and friends. Extra helpers would be very welcome, as would any contributions of home baking for sale.

Enabling Learning Through Volunteering The success of the U3A in Duns was recognised in a Borders wide ceremony to celebrate Lifelong Learning and to promote the benefits of learning for individuals and groups. The event was sponsored by a number of public and third sector organisations and was hosted by Earlston High School. Representatives ofContinue reading “Duns U3A wins Adult Learning Award”

On Tuesday 14th May, Kenny McLean will introduce ‘The Jim Clark Story’ In his talk, he will give an overview of Jim Clark’s career from his early life through amateur racing and on to becoming world champion, culminating in his untimely death in 1968. After an audiovisual part he will outline work on the newContinue reading “The Jim Clark Story”

When Continents Collide: exploring the geological history of the Scottish Borders. Duns is not renowned for its earthquakes. However, a look at the rocks which underpin the town and the Scottish Borders, reveal a terrain faulted and folded into long lenses of ancient ocean-floor sediment and speckled with volcanoes. This talk by Dr Ian KilleContinue reading “When Continents Collide”

At our monthly Open Meeting on Tuesday 11th March, Andrew Wilson on the Kelso branch and national Third Age Trust committee member, presented us with our official Certificate of Membership of the Third Age Trust. In the few short months since we launched last October, our group has grown to 164 members.

Understanding Historic Buildings was the subject of the February Monthly Meeting of the Duns and District U3A held in the Volunteer Hall in Duns this week. The speaker was Eric Branse-Instone, a resident of Duns for the last five years, and a Listing Adviser for Historic England with a responsibility for North Yorkshire. Eric’s talkContinue reading “Understanding Historic Buildings”