Other events

 

Dave Stevens’ Quiz Afternoons

Come along for a fun afternoon to test the grey matter. You do not need to have a team as you form teams on arrival.  No individual questions, there will be various rounds including a general knowledge, picture and a music round.
There will be an interval for refreshments.
Venue - St Cuthbert's Church Centre, Northumbria Hall
Time - 2.00 - 4.00 pm    Admission -  £3.00

Dave Stevens’ Quiz Dates:  Thursday 11th Sept 2025 |  Thursday 13th Nov 2025

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Thursday 21st August 2025    Great Pianists

Following his previously well received talks on the Music of Beethoven and the Origins of Modern Jazz, Preston u3a member Colin Galbraith, himself a classical and jazz pianist, will look at some of the great pianists of the past 100 years encompassing the worlds of Classical, Jazz and Latin American music. Little known facts about the artists will be revealed.
Colin will also offer some tips on record buying - what to look out for and what to avoid!
Time - 2pm

Venue - Northumbria Hall, St Cuthberts Church Centre

Admission - £3

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Thursday 9th October   Simon and Garfunkel - The Music of Our Time

Presented by Ken Youde. The musical phenomenon which was Simon & Garfunkel from inception to break up.

TIME 2pm

VENUE Northumbria Hall, St Cuthberts Church Centre

ADMISSION £3

Refreshments will be provided

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Thursday 6th November    DESERT ISLAND DISCS  Hosted by Ken Youde
"Desert Island Discs" started during lockdown on Zoom and we now have "live" sessions.

Venue - Northumbria Hall, St Cuthberts Church Centre
Time - 2pm to 4.30pm   Admission - £3.00   Refreshments will be provided