Author: Margaret
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Charity Quiz – 27 April
We had a good turn out for this popular event held at Casa Lili, Moraira. There were 10 tables with teams of 6 who all enjoyed a delicious 2 course meal with a drink served by the ever friendly and efficient staff. The questions were interesting and varied making it a good challenge. The scores…
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Poetry for the Third Age: A Guided Writing Circle
Later life offers a rich opportunity to explore imagination, reflect on experience, and share stories through poetic expression. This facilitated poetry circle provides U3A members with a supportive space to write, discuss, and develop their craft, whether they are a beginner or an experienced writer. Participants will have the opportunity to share their work in…
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Shared Wisdom: Support Group for the Third Age
A guided circle for reflection, insight, creativity, and connection. The Third Age can be one of the most meaningful, authentic, and abundant stages of life. It offers a rich opportunity to explore new perspectives, share experiences, and ignite renewed purpose and belonging. Facilitated by Certified Coach Andrea Best, this intimate conversation circle offers a welcoming space to…
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SupaUkes Report
This week the SupaUkes played at the Take 5 Activity Club in Javea, entertaining the club members with songs from their youth. See the attached clip. We also had a Beatles themed session, at Bar Cultural, when we played 2 hours worth of their songs followed by a group lunch. The next themed session will…
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Valencia Fallas Experience Report
U3A Moraira–Teulada Group Visit 18-20th March 2026 – 26 members. A Spectacular Celebration of Fire, Art, and TraditionOur recent visit to Valencia during the world-famous Fallas Festival was nothing short of extraordinary. This iconic Spanish celebration, held each March, is a vibrant mix of artistry, tradition, noise, and community spirit — and it certainly left…
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CYBERCRIME – BE ON YOUR GUARD
It is likely that many people reading this note will feel confident that they can identify a scam and will be feeling pretty relaxed about their possible exposure to threats. However with cybercrime in the UK common and expected to grow by 15% annually everyone is under threat from the growth in the number of…
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Marina Alta Arts Society
NEXT LECTUREWednesday, 8 April 2026 César Manrique CabreraBy Dr. Angela Chantry Discover the extraordinary life and vision of Spanish artist César Manrique Cabrera, often described as the man who “built paradise from the ruins of hell”. Painter, sculptor, architect, and environmental visionary, Manrique Cabrera became one of the Canary Islands’ most influential cultural figures. His groundbreaking work transformed…
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Costa Blanca Male Voice Choir
The Choir is seeking new members and has been added to U3A Moraira-Teulada’s list of Associate groups. It is generally acknowledged that singing in a choir improves physical and mental health by reducing stress (cortisol), boosting immune systems, lowering blood pressure, and increasing endorphins. It fosters social connection, builds community, and improves cognitive function like…
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Costa Blanca Male Voice Choir
We are 40 strong and the only expat male choir on the Costas. Membership is free but rehearsals cost €5 per week which pays for our two professional musicians. We sing pop, musical theatre, sacred, classical and traditional music. We are a very friendly and multinational group singing mostly in English and our rehearsals on…
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Knit & Natter – Report
The ladies of the Knit and Natter Group were very busy in 2025. They made lots of different things for various charities. Projet4All asked for scarves, so we knitted a dozen and sent them along. Toys and cardigans were made for the children of Make A Smile and premature baby jackets and bootees went to…
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AGM – 2 March 2026
We had a very successful AGM on Monday with 63 members attending. Members might like to know the outcome ahead of the formal Minutes being prepared and issued. We heard from the Treasurer that our funds are in a healthy position; fully justifying the membership fee of 10€ covering a two year membership for those…
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Spicy Dining Group
On the evening of Sunday the 22 nd of February 40 members of the U3A Spicy Dining Group met at the Olive Tree in Moraira for one of their five dinners across the year. With a menu ranging from starters including Steamed Mussels with a Cava Sauce, Steamed Bao Bun filled with Spiced Pork to…