Photo: L to R: Age Action, Megan Reilly, U3A Members: Lillian Quill, Pauline Brickley, Margaret Critchley, Liz Carey, Eileen Sweeny
The Sutton Baldoyle group of U3A (University of the Third Age), an international movement for people in their ‘third age’ and wish to continue their lifelong learning for enjoyment celebrated 20 years at their recent September 2025 meeting in Baldoyle Library.
A few verses from U3A Member, Sheila Meade, to reflect this celebration
Happy Birthday U3A, You are 20 years young today
Happy Birthday U3A
You are 20 years young today
You’ve reached this day with pride & grace
A joyful time, a special place
This group of older adults, wise and kind
With curious hearts and active minds
From talks and trips to laughs and fun
New things to learn for everyone
Then Covid struck – March 2020
And LIFE, once full, then felt empty
But something stirred amid the fear
Neighbours drew each other near
In time, a different normal grew
Not as it was, but something new
We met online, our spirits high
Zoom kept our friendships strong & nigh
Now back again, with joy we meet
In Baldoyle Library’s welcoming seat
With memories made and more ahead
Together still, by purpose led
To the Steering Group,
And to the many volunteers, a grateful cheer
For all you’ve done year after year
You guide, inspire, and warmly share
With steadfast heart, and thoughtful care
So here’s to you and all you do
Twenty great years, and a bright future too
