The show went on…. despite the chaos!
A falling branch, torrential rain and traffic chaos…… did they ruin our Open Day?
Of course not!
The day started a bit damp but the committee was busy setting up the Club, the food had arrived, tables and chairs were sorted. Then came the show stopping news – there was a dangerous tree branch on the track, cars had to be moved immediately….. with only a few minutes before the show was due to begin.
WhatsApp messages and emails were sent and phone calls made to say park in the village.
But our members are made of tough stuff. They dumped their cars, headed off on foot and the day was saved.
A huge thanks to those who made it through. The whole day was a super event with many of the groups showing what they offered, there was even padel on the tennis court and the sun made an appearance.
There was a delicious lunch, the choir sang and safe to say, everyone had a marvellous time!
And thank you all for your lovely feedback….
“Thank you, it was a really good day despite everything.”
“It was a lovely afternoon! Very well attended…fabulous food and amazing people. Such an awesome group to be a member of. Thanks to all who made it possible.”
“Thanks…It was a great success all round despite the adversity!”
“Thank you to all the committee who kept their nerve and soldiered on. And thank you for the lovely lunch.”
From the committee…..it was a pleasure!
A bit of heritage……and some beer.
Credit jamesplaces.com
October sees the inaugural outing of our new Heritage Pub Society starting with a visit to the famous Bowland Brewery in Clitheroe, on Thursday, October 15.
It will be a bus ride from Chorley to give everyone plenty of time to enjoy lunch and a visit to the brewery before returning home late afternoon.
If breweries aren’t your thing, go along for the ride, Clitheroe itself makes for a great day out with independent shops, cafes, historic streets and the historicl castle to explore.
Everyone is welcome, so why not go along for what promises to be an enjoyable first outing. Full details, including travel by clicking here
Last of the T shirt weather?
Making the best of the weather while it holds, the walkers headed to Peel Tower led by Mike and Cath Parker.
It was a good attendance with 16 members.
Next month’s walk – Roddlesworth which is on the doorstep – is on October 5, start time 9.30am so why not go along. Everyone is welcome.It was a good attendance with 16 members.
Next month’s walk – Roddlesworth which is on the doorstep – is on October 5, start time 9.30am so why not go along. Everyone is welcome. Visit the Walking Group on the website.
Our fame is spreading
We were asked to take a stand at an “Adventures after Retirement’ Roadshow at Chorley Town Hall by Councillor Margaret France this month.
So Ann went along armed with lots of material and photographs of what we do at WPVu3a.
See next month’s newsletter for a report.
It’s magic……
There will be literally some magic at October’s Speaker meeting.
Peter Turner, a professional magician with more than 20 years’ experience regularly performs highly entertaining magic show talks and demonstrations to u3as, Rotary, Women’s Institute and after dinner events.
And he will be entertaining our members on Wednesday, October 7.
Within the logical world we live in, there is also a mysterious world. Peter will bring a piece of this mysterious world with him.
He performs top quality magic at the highest level delivered with natural humour – and his sleeves rolled up making his magic more mystifying and magical..
Please arrive around 10.15am for a prompt start at 10.30am. Entry is £2 which can be paid either by cash or by using the card machine.
Level access to the clubhouse is available, just let Lynne Robinson know if you need assistance. If a car park space needs to be reserved for you next to the venue please let me know. Otherwise parking is in the usual places.
Harsha’s recipe
Mumbai Frankie
This is a current trending street food recipe on the streets of Mumbai although I’m not sure how it’s got the name Frankie! Basically it is a roti/paratha wrap filled with a spicy potato patties. I have made the patties (tikki) using frozen peas, capsicums and onions but you can add any other veggies or carrots, spinach, sweetcorn etc.
Ingredients – makes two wraps
Two medium potatoes boiled and mashed
A handful of frozen peas boiled and roughly mashed
A couple of tablespoons of peppers finely chopped
One small onion finely chopped
A teaspoon of ginger and green chilli paste (optional)
One teaspoon of chilli sauce(optional)
A handful of fresh coriander (flat leaf parsley is also fine)
Half a teaspoon of garam masala
A squeeze of fresh lemon juice
Salt to taste
2 wraps (I used chapati which I made but shop bought wraps are fine)
Shredded lettuce and grated carrot
Chilli sauce of your choice
Cucumber raita or plain yogurt with salt and cumin powder added to it.
Method
In a pan saute the onion in a touch of oil and once translucent add the peppers for a minute or so. Take off the heat add the mashed potato, any other veggies and all the spices. Mix properly, then form the mixture into flat patties and fry them on a flat frying pan with a little oil.
Spread some shredded lettuce/carrots on a wrap. Place the warm patties and top with lettuce and raita and maybe some chilli sauce. Make it into a roll and enjoy with some salad, or if you’re being naughty then potato wedges! I had mine with some soup.
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Get your u3a online
Interest Groups Online (IGO) is the u3a movement’s national online community — a virtual equivalent of a local u3a but entirely online. Like all u3a activities, IGO groups are member-led and member-run, offering a friendly, informal space to learn, share and socialise from the comfort of home.
- A wide range of interest groups, covering subjects such as languages, history, music, literature, science, creative writing, technology and much more. Many groups are interactive, and members are encouraged to take turns sharing skills, leading discussions or presenting topics that interest them. The ethos is informal learning for fun and shared fulfilment, not for qualifications or taught courses.
- IGO members also have access to u3a’s broader national online learning programme, which includes additional talks, workshops and competitions open to all u3a and IGO members. Annual fee £12 join. Go to https://www.u3a.org.uk/what-we-do/learning/interest-groups-online/how-to-join-igo for more information.
Don’t forget the drop in!
It’s a great way to meet old and new members. It is free as it is included in your membership fee. Come along for a proper brew – and biscuits! From 11 am until noon at the clubhouse at Withnell Fold Sports and Social Club on Wednesdays. Please check the online calendar.
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