Chat n' Chew

'Where has 2022 gone?'

30/10/2022

We had a lovely lunch at Ella Goose in October and will definitely go there again.

November is, of course, U3A Benalla’s Christmas lunch celebration, so our next Chat and Chew will be on Friday 17th February 2023, at the Royal Hotel. 2023! Wow! Where has 2022 gone?

Merry Christmas everyone! Stay safe.

Lorraine Knox

Coming up - 'Ella Goose' - our last Chat n Chew for '22

1/10/2022

September’s luncheon was held at the Benalla Golf Club, where a delicious lunch was had by all. A big thank you to those who attended.

Chat n’ Chew will be held at Ella Goose on the Friday 21st October at 11.45am. This will be the last Chat ‘n Chew for the year as November will be Christmas lunch.

Please call or text Lorraine on 0427 376 991 if you would like to attend, or if for some reason you are not able to be present on the day. Don’t forget to leave your name!

Lorraine Knox

Coming up on Friday 16 September - Benalla Golf Club

28/8/2022

September Chat n’ Chew will be held at the Benalla Golf Club on Friday 16th September 2022, 11.45am for 12.00 noon lunch.

Ring Lorraine on 0427 376 991 to make a booking.

Lorraine Knox

August - The Northo, coming up 'Munro & Sargent' at the Gallery

1/8/2022

We had a very enjoyable July lunch at the Northo. August’s lunch will be at the Art Gallery.

Lorraine is over her illness and is again the Chat n Chew Convenor. Please ring Lorraine 0427376991 to book for the Art Gallery 19th August 11-45am. All the more, the merrier!

Dorothy Webber

Coming up in July - North Eastern Hotel

29/6/2022

Our June lunch at Kim Wah was a very enjoyable get together with lots of chatter around the table.

July’s lunch is at the Northern Eastern Hotel, 12 noon, Friday 15th July.

For bookings ring Dorothy 0412263071. Catering numbers will be given to the Northo on Wednesday 13th July.

Dorothy Webber

Our next Chat n Chew - Kim Wah - June 17th

30/5/2022

Lorraine has been unwell recently, so I have taken over as Convenor for Chat n Chew. We wish Lorraine all the best for a speedy recovery.

For future Luncheon bookings, ring Dorothy 0412263071

On June 17th lunch is being held at Kim Wah commencing at 11:45am.

Dorothy Webber

Coming up - 'Ella Goose' - Friday 20 May

1/4/2022

It was nice to get together again for Chat n' Chew. Our next Chat n' Chew will be held on Friday May 20th at the Ella Goose, in Nunn Street.

Please take note of the time change – 11.45 am for a 12.00 midday lunch.

It would be appreciated if you could ring my mobile 0427 376 991 to confirm your attendance. If I do not answer, would you leave your name and phone number, and I will ring you back.

Lorraine Knox

Coming up on Friday 16 March - the Benalla Golf Club

27/2/2022

It was nice to get together again for Chat and Chew.

Next month’s Chat and Chew will be held on Friday March 18 at the Benalla Golf Club Please take note of the time change – 11.45am for a 12.00 Lunch.

It would be appreciated if you could ring my mobile 0427376991 to confirm your attendance.
If I do not answer, would you leave your name and phone number and I will ring you back.

Lorraine Knox

February - 'The Royal Hotel', cnr Bridge and Arundel Street

29/1/2022

Chat and Chew will take place at the Royal Hotel on the 18th February, commencing at 12.15pm If you wish to attend please contact Lorraine on 0427 376 991 by the 15th February, 2022.

Lorraine

October - Benalla Golf Club - "our last Chat 'n Chew for the year"

1/10/2021

September’s luncheon was held at Ella Goose, where a delicious lunch was had by all who attended. A big thank you to those who attended, as a few people did not turn up and failed to let Lorraine know.

Chat n’ Chew will be held at the Benalla Golf Club on the Friday 15th October at 12.30pm Lorraine chose this venue because members can be inside or outside, depending on lockdowns. This will be the last Chat ‘n Chew for the year as November will be Christmas lunch. Please leave a text on 0427 376 991, with your name if you want to attend, or if for some reason you are not able to be present on the day.

Lorraine Knox

September - 'Ella Goose'

1/9/2021

September Chat and Chew will be held at Ella Goose (previously known as Raffertys) in Nunn Street, Benalla on Friday the 17th September commencing at 12.00pm.

For bookings, please contact Lorraine on 0427 376 991. Surely we will all be out of lock down by that date and it will be time to go out for lunch together.

Lorraine Knox

August - The North Eastern Hotel (...'The Northo')

31/7/2021

The North Eastern Hotel is the location of our next Chat and Chew on Friday 20th August, 2021. This of course will be dependent on the Stage of lockdown at the time. Anyone wanting to come, please phone Lorraine on 042737991 by Sunday 15 August so that she can let venue know numbers attending. Hope to see everyone for a lovely meal!

Lorraine Knox

Our July lunch venue - The Benalla Golf Club

29/6/2021

The Golf Club has been booked for Chat and Chew on 16th July commencing at 12.15pm. If you are attending please contact Lorraine on 0427 376 991 at least one week prior as Lorraine has to confirm bookings at this time.

Lorraine Knox

Our next 'Chat 'n Chew' - Friday 18 June - 'Dragon Gate' restaurant

31/5/2021

U3A members will be meeting at the Dragon Gate (1 Thomas St, corner Arundel Street) for lunch on the 18th June 2021, commencing at 12.15pm. Chat and Chew luncheons are a wonderful way to meet other members or catch up with friends you have made at U3A.

If you would like to attend this activity, ring Lorraine on 0427 376 991 for booking and also cancellations.

Lorraine Knox

Coming up on 25th May - 'The Northo'

1/5/2021

The May Chat 'n Chew is being held at the North Eastern Hotel on Friday 25th May commencing at 12.15 pm. If you didn't put your name down in the book at our last Chat n Chew to say you would be attending, could you please call me on 5762 1531, preferably by Tuesday 22nd, so that I can add your name to our booking.

Lorraine

April Chat 'N Chew - Benalla Bowling Club - Friday 16 April

4/4/2021

April’s Chat n’ Chew will be held at the Benalla Bowling Club on Friday 16 April from 11.45 am.

It is important to ‘RSVP’ each month if you are going to attend or have a booking you would like to cancel. Please contact Lorraine Knox on 5762 1531 by Tuesday 13 April for bookings or cancellations.

Lorraine Knox

Coming up in March - Benalla Golf Club

28/2/2021

After a most enjoyable reunion at ‘The Royal’ in February, our next lunch will be at the Benalla Golf Club on Friday 19 March at 12 noon.

If you are attending, please contact Lorraine on 5762 1531 or 0427 376 991.

Lorraine Knox

The first Chat 'n Chew for 2021 - 'The Royal Hotel'

13/1/2021

The first Chat and Chew for 2021 will be held at the Royal Hotel, on the cnr of Arundel and Bridge Street, on Tuesday 19th February 2021 at 12.00 noon. If you are attending please contact Lorraine on 0357 621 531 or Mobile 0427 376 991.

Lorraine Knox

Benalla Bowling Club - 20 March - a reminder to RSVP by 17th!

4/3/2020

February Chat ‘n’ Chew was held at the Royal Hotel and was well attended. March’s Chat n’ Chew will be held at the Benalla Bowling Club on Friday 20 March from 11.45am. It is important to ‘RSVP’ each month if you are going to attend or have a booking you would like to cancel. Please contact Lorraine Knox on 5762 1531 by Tuesday 17 March for bookings or cancellation.

Lorraine Knox

Looking ahead - Chat 'N Chew 'The Royal' 21 February 12 noon

29/1/2020

Following tradition, the first Chat 'N Chew gathering for the year will be held at The Royal Hotel on the third Friday, which in 2020 falls on Friday 21st February, at 12 midday.

Please contact Lorraine Knox on 5762 1531 by Tuesday 18th February for bookings or cancellation.

Thank you, Shirley!

4/11/2019

Chat n’ Chew’s long-term convenor, Shirley Kearney, was thanked at the Northo by the group for all her work over many years in arranging the Chat n’ Chew lunches and presented with a large bunch of flowers.

Shirley’s call for someone to take over her role has been taken up by U3A committee member, Lorraine Knox.

Thank you, Shirley, for convening Chat n’ Chew so capably, and to Lorraine, thank you for taking up the role of Chat n’ Chew Convenor. Lorraine would like to remind you that February’s Chat n’ Chew will be at the Royal – more information in future newsletters.

Coming up on 18th October - The North East Hotel

30/9/2019

Our lunch time date on the 18th October will be our last for 2019. We will meet at the North East Hotel at 11.45. Ring Shirley Kearney 5762 6768 by Tuesday 15th October to book in.

Shirley has been the convenor of Chat n’ Chew since its inception many years ago and needs a break, if nobody takes over from Shirley Chat n’ Chew will fold, we desperately need another convenor.

If you are interested talk to one of the executive committee. No experience needed

Shirley Kearney

September - Kim Wah Restaurant

2/9/2019

September 20th

Our monthly lunch will be at Kim Wah Restaurant in Bridge Street at 12 o’clock.
Please contact Shirley 5762 6768 by Tuesday 17th September.

Shirley Kearney

August - 'The Benalla Golf Club' - by popular request!

31/7/2019

We will meet again at The Golf Club for Lunch on Friday August 16th at 11:45am. This is due to popular choice. Contact Shirley on 57626768 by Tuesday August 13th.

Shirley Kearney

Coming up on June 21st - Benalla Art Gallery Cafe

3/6/2019

On Friday June 21st our group is being welcomed to the Benalla Art Gallery Cafe for lunch at 12.00 midday. Come along and enjoy the food, view and company.

Pat Gardiner will be in charge as Gwen Turner and I will be sailing down the rivers in Europe. Pat's contact phone number is 0407 848 534.

Shirley Kearney

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About 'Chat n Chew'

This group meets once a month at one of Benalla's many eateries for good nosh and a natter. A very popular activity. All U3A members welcome. For catering purposes attendees are required to notify Dorothy by the Tuesday prior to each of these Fridays. New members are welcome. For further information, ring Lorraine on 0427 376 991.

Meeting Times

3rd Friday, 11.45 am to 1.45 pm February to October. Various locations around Benalla. Check newsletter and website for upcoming venues.

Convenor and contact details

Lorraine Knox
0427376991

About 'Chat n Chew'

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