Monthly  Meetings’ Talks by invited Speakers – 11am. Methodist Central Hall. Doors open from 10am.

Monday 9th February

Some Mother’s Son

A talk by Simon Owens

‘Some Mother’s Son’ refers to a mystery figure buried in Horson Cemetary in Torpoint, Cornwall.  The identity of this unidentified man has been a subject of interest for local researchers, with efforts to uncover his story ongoing.  The case has been the focus of various appeals and discussions, with efforts to connect him with family and friends.

Also……

One of our members is part of the musical duo “Silvington” who will be singing three songs from 10.30.

Monday 9th March

Kew Gardens

Professor Sir Ghillean Prance has had the opportunity to study the ethnobotany in 8 different tribes of native people in Amazonia.  The lecture will be about their uses of plants to sustain their life and to manage the forest sustainably.  Today ethnobotany is a growing field with researchers around the world working to document and preserve traditional knowledge, and to explore the potential of Amazonian plants in medicine and other fields.