The Society was treated to a most unusual talk today (Monday, 2nd April) – travelling along the River Tawe on board  the barge the Black Prince.   It was organised by the Swansea Community Boat Trust, which provided us with a floating speaker, Charles, who gave us a running commentary about the past industrial and port facilities along the banks of the Tawe.   Instead of a slideshow, we progressed through the lower Tawe valley and were able to see all the salient points from the cabin windows.

A most enjoyable visit  – with a good buffet to round it off.

Vice Chairman Mrs. Virginia Jones and the Society’s display

The Society took part in the Open Day at the Waterfront Museum run by the Glamorgan Family History Society on 24th March, 2012.

It was a very successful event and we had many visitors at our display asking questions.

The Society ‘s annual visit to the Dylan Thomas Theatre, Swansea, to see Theatr Na n’Óg’s latest production – “Arandora Star” – on Wednesday, 16th November proved to be very enjoyable.  Once again Theatr Na n’Og excelled at bringing to life on stage an historic event.  This year’s production was based on the torpedoing of the liner Arandora Star which was transporting foreign internees and prisoners of war from Britain to Canada.  The play was centred on the Welsh Italian community, with the main character Mr. Fulgoni and his family, representing what happened to the whole Welsh Italian community.  The sound effects, especially the sinking of the ship,  and set were particularly well done.

A thank you to Mr. Barry Hughes for the refreshments  provided at the Museum after the performance.