Current Events

Would you like to discuss interesting topics from a multi-cultural perspective?  Come and join Gail for a lively discussion in a friendly and welcoming environment.  This is a unique opportunity to learn about different perspectives from around the world – and to discover that we are often more alike than different.

Join Karina for sowing, growing and harvesting from the garden to create delicious vegetarian meals.  Please contact Karina directly by emailing wells.karina@gmail.com. Cost is £5 per session. 

Come and join us for a visit to one of Cambridge's traditional pubs. There is no need to book, just meet Jonathan Collis outside Great St Mary’s Church, CB2 3PQ, near the Senate House at 18.00. This is a great opportunity to meet others. We look forward to seeing you there!

Come and join us on Tuesday mornings for English conversation practice, where a whole range of different topics will be discussed. We split into small groups and chat informally about various subjects.

Our Coffee Hour is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow members, meet our dedicated volunteers, and chat with group leaders in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Whether you're new to NVS or a long-time member, this is a great way to socialize, share experiences, and learn more about our community.

A history of 20th Century Cosmology

Over the past century, astronomers re-wrote the story of our Universe. Dr Bothwell, who is a Public Astronomer at the Institute of Astronomy, will discuss the discoveries, discussions and debates that led us to understand our enormous, expanding Universe.

Join our volunteer, Helen, for Yin Yoga.  Yin Yoga is slow-paced style of yoga.  Helen will be focusing on stretching and healing. 

 Please refer to your newsletter for location or contact us at enquiries@nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk.

Expert tour guides will be taking NVS members on a walking tour of Cambridge on selected dates. The walks will be on Tuesdays after the talk ends and last around an hour. Members will be told which dates and where to meet in the newsletter and our Facebook page.

This event is for registered NVS members only!

This group is for adults. Please bring your favourite sketchbook, or just pencil and paper, and join the Art for All Levels group. Some materials will be available, and there will always be something interesting to draw or paint. Enjoy shared company and ideas. Over time, your drawing skills and confidence will improve. 

Whether you are experienced in crochet, a long-time knitter, or trying it out for the first time, join our group on Thursdays from 10:00-12:00. Everyone is welcome, crochet or knitting is not essential. Most materials will be provided.