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Sheffield U3A Discussion, Philosophy and Religion Groups  

Discussion I

 

Coordinator

Susan Hydes

Telephone

(0114) 255 2141

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Tuesday, am, monthly

Venue

various

Cost

nil

Details

Access code MH

Group members take turns to select a subject and talk for ten to twenty minutes. Then a lively discussion generally ensues.

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Discussion II

 

Coordinator

Mary Alexander

Telephone/email

(0114) 255 6385

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Tuesday, am, monthly

Venue

various

Cost

nil

Details

Access code MH

Members of the group take turns to introduce the topic of their choice, which is then open to general discussionfor the rest of the meeting. The subject is chosen in advance and is not limited solely to current affairs. We aim to create friendly, informative and stimulating sessions.

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Discussion Group Deepcar

 

Coordinator

Hazel Millington

Telephone

(0114) 286 3814

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Tuesday, am, monthly

Venue

Deepcar Village Hall

Cost

£1 per week

Details

Access code X

This is a brand new Group and the format will be decided at the first couple of meetings.  It will be an opportunity for individuals and/or the Group to discuss current issues, a topic which an individual wishes to air and we may even arrange for speakers.

 

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Ideas

 

Coordinator

Alec Jenner

Telephone

(0114) 286 2546

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Monday, am, monthly

Venue

Coordinator's home

Cost

nil

Details

Access code MH

We choose a topic to discuss and take turns as the leader. Subjects are largely politics, philosophy and issues of the day.  We have no preference for members just from the NW.  All are welcome.

 

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Philosophy (Topics/Themes)

 

Coordinator

Janet Haigh

Telephone/email

(0114) 230 3070

Email address

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Monday, am, monthly

Venue

De La Salle Club Beauchief

Cost

£1 per meeting

Details

Access code A

 

Varied topics concerning philosophy, Western, Indian, and Far Eastern, as well as ethical and currrent issues..

 

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Philosophy (Historical/Classical)

 

Coordinator

Teresa McLaren

Telephone

(0114) 230 1320

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Monday, pm, monthly

Venue

Shirley House

Cost

£10 per annum+£1 per mtg

Details

Access code A

 

We study the works of the great philosophers both ancient and modern and the issues with which philosophy deals. We will also study specific topics eg moral philosophy, political philosophy etc. Members take it in turns to lead the discussion.

 

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Sugar and Spice

 

Coordinator

Eunice Southgate

Telephone/email

(0114) 281 1876

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Monday, pm, fortnightly

Venue

Coordinator's home (S8)

Cost

50p per meeting

Details

Access code MH

This is a women's discussion group.  We explore and articulate on women's place in society, from prehistory to the present day.  We challenge assumptions, attitudes and values, presented to the public today.

 

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Today's World

 

Coordinator

TBA

Telephone

 

Email

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Thursday, am, monthly

Venue

various

Cost

50p per meeting

Details

Access code MH

The objectives of the group were established at the inaugural meeting-“to look at the socio/economic and cultural aspects of today’s world, with a healthy exchange of information and debate that is non political and non polemic”. This wide remit offers the opportunity for a flexible approach whilst holding loosely to a seminar style format. Meeting is formally chaired, with a volunteer (member) speaker on an agreed subject followed by debate and discussion. Recent examples of subjects are;  Age Matters, Are Our Freedoms in Danger, and After the Budget.

 

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Wealth and Poverty

 

Coordinator

Jeanne Rogers

Telephone/email

(0114) 255 0584

Meeting Day/Time/Frequency

Monday, pm, monthly

Venue

various members' homes

Cost

50p per meeting

Details

Access code MH


Our members take it in turn to give a presentation on a subject of general economic interest. The rest of the meeting is taken up with discussion of this topic. There is also a break for tea/coffee.

 

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Discussion I
Discussion II
Discussion Group Deepcar
Ideas
Philosophy (Topics/Themes)
Philosophy (Historical/Classical)
Sugar and Spice
Today's World
Wealth and Poverty

 

 
   

 

 

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