A Close Shave with Sweeney Todd: Fay Shaefer
Our Oct ’25 talk featured a tour around the legend of Sweeney Todd. The story has been around since 1846 with many creative versions since. The character of Sweeney Todd…
Tin Hats, Dragons’ Teeth & Squander Bugs
Tin Hats, Dragons’ Teeth and Squander Bugs: David Warwick – Sept 2025 Dave Warwick described growing up in a rural Hampshire village (Wickham) in the 1930’s and 40’s when invasion…
Ancient Egyptian Literature: Dr Brian French
Our August ’25 meeting featured a talk by Dr Brian French on Ancient Egyptian Literature: a personal journey of discovery. From the moment his talk began, it was hard to…
Heard but not Seen: Michelle Magorian
For our July ’25 meeting Michelle gave us lively, dramatic readings from two of her books – A Little Love Song and Just Henry. She was last with us two…
Operation Overlord – Normandy 1944: General the Lord Richards of Herstmonceux
Great Plans and Big Egos – Operation OVERLORD, Normandy 1944 At our June ’ 25 meeting General the Lord Richards of Herstmonceux gave us an interesting presentation on the planning…