Penske666   10 #1 Posted October 30, 2010 11th April 2011 DEATH & DYING. The resurrection Men - Talk by Joan Grundy Have you recently seen the film Burke & Hare? This is the true story of the grisly trade of body snatching, once a huge problem for churches and mortuaries to deal with.  9th May 2011 LIFE OF A NATIVE AMERICAN - Talk by Roger Boshauer. Another amazing insight by this real life descendant of the native American Pocahontas. Come and find out the REAL history of the Native Americans!  20th June 2011 ANGLO SAXONS & THEIR DRESS – Talk by Sam Glasswell The history of the Anglo-Saxon period in England, their lives, dress and decoration. Sam is the Head Curator of the Bassetlaw Museum at Retford. http://www.bassetlawmuseum.org.uk/  18th July 2011 THE FURNIVAL FAMILY. A MEDIEVAL DYNASTY IN YORKSHIRE & NOTTINGHAMSHIRE – Talk by Ron Clayton One of the local important families of Norman descent, many of whom are buried in the priory at Worksop. They were Lords of the Manor at Worksop and Hallamshire for many decades. A return of this excellent speaker.  12th September 2011 - TBA  10th October 2011 LIVING IN HOPE – Talk by Sue Allen This talk coincides with the launch of the new book by this internationally known author and expert. The lives of three women including the wife of a Napoleonic Soldier are brought back to life in this amazing talk.  7th November 2011 MONTHLY MENU OF MIRTH - Talk by Margaret Harrison. Margaret is a very popular and well known speaker. This talk takes a look at the calender months with their history, myths and legends. When did you last see a church dedicated to St. Valentine?  19th December 2011 CHRISTMAS SOCIAL Come on by relax and talk about whatever you want to. Make sure to bring some cake!  All talks at Oldcotes Village Hall. Talks start at 19.30. Entrance £3 for non-members or £2 for members. Membership £5 per year and includes a free copy of the magazine we publish three times a year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Penske666 Â Â 10 #2 Posted May 2, 2011 Hi, Â Please note Roger Boshauers talk for May has been cancelled due to ill health. Wishing Roger a quick recovery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
