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October, 2024

Tuesday
1
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Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Tuesday
1
Art Room
9:30 AM
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Jewelry Crafters create original jewelry for personal use and selling at the Fairs.
Tuesday
1
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
Tuesday
1
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Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
1
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Presented by: Anthony Meyers, Philosophy, UBC. To receive a weekly email reminder and Zoom instructions, contact Allan Strain at bhtuesdaylectures@gmail.com or Mike at bhstuesdaylectureseries@gmail.com . Please include your membership number.
Tuesday
1
Games Room
11:00 AM
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Basic conversation and pronunciation in an informal setting.
Tuesday
1
Games Room
12:00 PM
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Conversation and pronunciation in an informal setting for Spanish learners ready to converse at a slightly more advanced level.
Tuesday
1
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Speak very basic Italian without expectation of perfect grammar and pronunciation. Free to members, donations to BHS are welcomed.
Tuesday
1
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
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All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Tuesday
1
Kerrisdale Community Centre Rm 226
1:00 PM
Wednesday
2
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A moderate-to-challenging 60-minute class with cardio, strength, stretching and other components. Instructor: Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
2
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
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Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Wednesday
2
10:00 AM
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Compared to regular walking, pole walking uses the entire body, providing many proven health and fitness benefits. All members are welcome to join us for a pleasant one-hour walk. We start in front of Brock House.
Wednesday
2
Art Room
10:00 AM
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We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
Wednesday
2
Meyer room
10:30 AM
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There are no prerequisites for joining other than an interest in and love of cryptic crosswords.
Wednesday
2
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This 75-minute mostly moderate to gentle-level class can be adapted to suit a variety of levels and physical limitations. Instructor Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
2
Begg Room
10:30 AM
Wednesday
2
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
Wednesday
2
Art Room
12:30 PM
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Enjoy an afternoon playing Mah Jong Hong Kong style.
Wednesday
2
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Wednesday
2
Begg Room
1:00 PM
Wednesday
2
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Provides participants with an opportunity to practice speaking in French in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Instructor: Marlene Karnouk
Wednesday
2
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
1:30 PM
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Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Wednesday
2
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This course is ideal for individuals who have a solid foundation in Italian and wish to advance to a higher level of proficiency.
Thursday
3
Whittaker Conservatory
8:30 AM
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Known as the "simplified" Yang style, this form is suitable for beginners. In this course, we will study the first half of the 24 Form.
Instructor: Kelly MacLean
Thursday
3
Begg Room
9:00 AM
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Instructor: Cheryl Prophet.
Thursday
3
Whittaker Conservatory
9:35 AM
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Known as the “simplified Yang style,” this short form is suitable for beginners. In this course, we will study the second half of the 24 Form. Experience with the first half is important, though you don‘t have to have it memorized. Instructor: Kelly MacLean
Thursday
3
Meyer Room
10:00 AM
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The Life Writing group meets once a week to share short pieces of autobiographical writing on an assigned topic. We listen, comment, support and encourage each other. Many of us, after receiving feedback and rewriting, have combined all our weekly efforts into a book. This is a well-organized class that requires commitment. Limited to nine members. If you’re interested, contact the convenor, Margot, at tomarmar8@gmail.com before joining. Registration required.
Thursday
3
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
Thursday
3
Games room (or Zoom)
10:30 AM
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A one-hour roundtable for members to ask questions, learn about BHS, and give their ideas and suggestions to BHS leaders.
Thursday
3
Tent, Halpern room and Conservatory
10:30 AM
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We are excited to celebrate our wonderful BHS volunteers. Registration is required.
Thursday
3
Begg Room
12:00 PM
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Sign-up available from 10:45. No seating after 12:00. Maximum number of tables will be ten (10). It is necessary to come with a partner. $2.00 fee per session.
Thursday
3
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Step into the rhythm and join Vivian for an engaging, fun, and active line dancing class.
Thursday
3
Whittaker Conservatory
12:30 PM
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Scrabble is a lot of fun and members who love to play have organized this weekly gathering.
Thursday
3
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
Thursday
3
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
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All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Thursday
3
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Explore the world‘s most enchanting wines, in a series that features lecture, discussion, and tasting. Instructor: Dr. Clinton Lee
Friday
4
Art Room
9:00 AM
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All are welcome to drop in and participate in any medium.
Friday
4
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Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Friday
4
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
Friday
4
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Strengthen your body and boost your balance with chair yoga. Enjoy gentle, effective movements to improve your core, flexibility and mobility. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.

Friday
4
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An in-depth exploration of the art of Master painters in museums and churches throughout Venice. Follow the development of Venetian painting from the Renaissance, the Mannerist period, the Baroque, the Neo-Classical and Romantic Period, and the Rococo. Instructor: Justin Newell, Art Historian
Friday
4
Meyer room
10:00 AM
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An opportunity for writers to meet, discuss and critique each others’ work-in-progress.
Friday
4
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre
10:30 AM
Friday
4
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A friendly group that meets weekly for a cup of coffee and French conversation. This group is for people who are fluent in French. Registration mandatory via suzpoulin@gmail.com. Convenor: Suzanne Poulin.
Friday
4
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Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Friday
4
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Friday
4
Begg Room - 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of every month.
Art Room - 2nd and 4th Friday of every mont
12:30 PM
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“Unserious bridge” - singles welcome.
Friday
4
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
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True story. During the Cold War in the 1960s, a British businessman (Benedict Cumberbatch) helps MI6 to penetrate the Soviet nuclear program and provide crucial intelligence that ended the Cuban Missile crisis. (Hist/Spy movie, 2020, 111 mins, UK/US).
Saturday
5
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Any member of Brock House Society who is used to hiking is welcome to join our group. Please phone the coordinator or hike leader before participating. Have appropriate footwear and bring your lunch including sufficient fluids. Hikers participate at their own risk and will be asked to sign a waiver. Dogs are not permitted. Hikes are subject to change due to weather or trail conditions. Please check the Friday email updates.
Monday
7
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
9:15 AM
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Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Monday
7
Conservatory
9:15 AM
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Follow simple choreographed steps to music from the 50‘s and 60‘s.
Monday
7
Begg Room
9:15 AM
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Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. All levels are welcome. Instructor: Cheryl Prophet.
Monday
7
Meyer Room
9:30 AM
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Members of this group knit, crochet and stitch handcrafted items to sell at the Brock House Fair.
Monday
7
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
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Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Monday
7
Art Room
10:00 AM
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This is a group for people who like to learn together. You‘ll research a topic of your own choice within a broad theme. After you’ve shared what you discovered, we‘ll enjoy a friendly and thought-provoking discussion about your topic. Instructor: David and Anne Ehret
Monday
7
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Contact John Smith at "brock.house.point.grey@gmail.com" if you ‘d like to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
Monday
7
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For those who have a working knowledge of French at a low-intermediate or intermediate level. Instructor: Agnes Pytko.
Monday
7
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
Monday
7
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Monday
7
Halpern Room
12:45 PM
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Golden Voices is a project by UBC students to help multilingual seniors make community connections. We will provide short descriptions of our programs, such as partnerships between bilingual students and seniors, letter writing, and music events in different languages.
Monday
7
Meyer room
1:00 PM
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Come to read and enjoy plays in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. English reading and speaking skills are required. No acting experience is necessary. If you are interested, please contact Wendy at 604-324-0130.
Monday
7
Whittaker Conservatory
1:30 PM
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All voices are welcome to sing along or swing along with the Brock House Society’s gleeful Sing-Along Group.
Tuesday
8
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Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Tuesday
8
Art Room
9:30 AM
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Jewelry Crafters create original jewelry for personal use and selling at the Fairs.
Tuesday
8
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
Tuesday
8
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Presented by: Nina Shoroplova, Author, Historian, Book Editor. To receive a weekly email reminder and Zoom instructions, contact Allan Strain at bhtuesdaylectures@gmail.com or Mike at bhstuesdaylectureseries@gmail.com . Please include your membership number.
Tuesday
8
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Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
8
Games Room
11:00 AM
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Basic conversation and pronunciation in an informal setting.
Tuesday
8
Games Room
12:00 PM
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Conversation and pronunciation in an informal setting for Spanish learners ready to converse at a slightly more advanced level.
Tuesday
8
Kerrisdale Community Centre Rm 226
1:00 PM
Tuesday
8
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
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All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Tuesday
8
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Speak very basic Italian without expectation of perfect grammar and pronunciation. Free to members, donations to BHS are welcomed.
Wednesday
9
Activity Room (or tent if available)
9:15 AM
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A moderate-to-challenging 60-minute class with cardio, strength, stretching and other components. Instructor: Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
9
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Introduction to Scottish Gaelic conversation, for continuing beginners.
Wednesday
9
Art Room
10:00 AM
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We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
Wednesday
9
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
More Info
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Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Wednesday
9
10:00 AM
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Compared to regular walking, pole walking uses the entire body, providing many proven health and fitness benefits. All members are welcome to join us for a pleasant one-hour walk. We start in front of Brock House.
Wednesday
9
Meyer room
10:30 AM
More Info
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There are no prerequisites for joining other than an interest in and love of cryptic crosswords.
Wednesday
9
More Info
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This 75-minute mostly moderate to gentle-level class can be adapted to suit a variety of levels and physical limitations. Instructor Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
9
Begg Room
10:30 AM
Wednesday
9
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
Wednesday
9
Art Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Enjoy an afternoon playing Mah Jong Hong Kong style.
Wednesday
9
Activity Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Wednesday
9
Begg Room
1:00 PM
Wednesday
9
More Info
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Provides participants with an opportunity to practice speaking in French in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Instructor: Marlene Karnouk
Wednesday
9
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
1:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Wednesday
9
More Info
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This course is ideal for individuals who have a solid foundation in Italian and wish to advance to a higher level of proficiency.
Thursday
10
Whittaker Conservatory
8:30 AM
More Info
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Known as the "simplified" Yang style, this form is suitable for beginners. In this course, we will study the first half of the 24 Form.
Instructor: Kelly MacLean
Thursday
10
Begg Room
9:00 AM
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Instructor: Cheryl Prophet.
Thursday
10
Whittaker Conservatory
9:35 AM
More Info
Less Info
Known as the “simplified Yang style,” this short form is suitable for beginners. In this course, we will study the second half of the 24 Form. Experience with the first half is important, though you don‘t have to have it memorized. Instructor: Kelly MacLean
Thursday
10
Meyer Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
The Life Writing group meets once a week to share short pieces of autobiographical writing on an assigned topic. We listen, comment, support and encourage each other. Many of us, after receiving feedback and rewriting, have combined all our weekly efforts into a book. This is a well-organized class that requires commitment. Limited to nine members. If you’re interested, contact the convenor, Margot, at tomarmar8@gmail.com before joining. Registration required.
Thursday
10
Games room
10:00 AM
Thursday
10
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
Thursday
10
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Join us for an engaging Q&A session with Wjciech Ostrowski, as he shares his unique experiences and perspectives. Enjoy light refreshments while we celebrate the rich diversity within our community.
Thursday
10
Begg Room
12:00 PM
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Sign-up available from 10:45. No seating after 12:00. Maximum number of tables will be ten (10). It is necessary to come with a partner. $2.00 fee per session.
Thursday
10
Activity Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Step into the rhythm and join Vivian for an engaging, fun, and active line dancing class.
Thursday
10
Whittaker Conservatory
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Scrabble is a lot of fun and members who love to play have organized this weekly gathering.
Thursday
10
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
Thursday
10
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Thursday
10
Brock House Workshop
1:00 PM
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An introductory class for novices to learn the fundamentals of woodworking and more advanced woodworkers to refresh their skills.
Thursday
10
Games Room
1:30 PM
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A first foundations course in Italian language (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and cultures via song, cinema, and/or literature. Participants will get to know one another in interactive meetings.
Friday
11
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Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Friday
11
Art Room
9:00 AM
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All are welcome to drop in and participate in any medium.
Friday
11
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
Friday
11
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Strengthen your body and boost your balance with chair yoga. Enjoy gentle, effective movements to improve your core, flexibility and mobility. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.

Friday
11
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An in-depth exploration of the art of Master painters in museums and churches throughout Venice. Follow the development of Venetian painting from the Renaissance, the Mannerist period, the Baroque, the Neo-Classical and Romantic Period, and the Rococo. Instructor: Justin Newell, Art Historian
Friday
11
Meyer room
10:00 AM
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An opportunity for writers to meet, discuss and critique each others’ work-in-progress.
Friday
11
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre
10:30 AM
Friday
11
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A friendly group that meets weekly for a cup of coffee and French conversation. This group is for people who are fluent in French. Registration mandatory via suzpoulin@gmail.com. Convenor: Suzanne Poulin.
Friday
11
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Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Friday
11
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Friday
11
Begg Room - 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of every month.
Art Room - 2nd and 4th Friday of every mont
12:30 PM
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“Unserious bridge” - singles welcome.
Friday
11
Tent (Summer) or Begg Room
1:00 PM
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We sit in a circle to share songs, poetry and laughter. To us, a folk song is anything you want it to be! Bring your voice and instruments. Every 2nd and 4th Friday.
Friday
11
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
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: Based on real events. In the summer of 1957, the automobile empire of Enzo Ferrari (Adam Driver) is in crisis. The ex-racer/entrepreneur pushes himself and his drivers to the edge as they prepare for the Mille Miglia, a treacherous 1000-mile race across Italy. In addition, Ferrari and his estranged wife (Penelope Cruz) are having domestic problems. (Bio/Sports Drama, 2023, 130 mins, US).
Saturday
12
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Any member of Brock House Society who is used to hiking is welcome to join our group. Please phone the coordinator or hike leader before participating. Have appropriate footwear and bring your lunch including sufficient fluids. Hikers participate at their own risk and will be asked to sign a waiver. Dogs are not permitted. Hikes are subject to change due to weather or trail conditions. Please check the Friday email updates.
Monday
14
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Contact John Smith at "brock.house.point.grey@gmail.com" if you ‘d like to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
Tuesday
15
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Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Tuesday
15
Art Room
9:30 AM
More Info
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Jewelry Crafters create original jewelry for personal use and selling at the Fairs.
Tuesday
15
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
Tuesday
15
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Presented by: Charles Hou, Historian, Author, Governor General Award for teaching Canadian History. To receive a weekly email reminder and Zoom instructions, contact Allan Strain at bhtuesdaylectures@gmail.com or Mike at bhstuesdaylectureseries@gmail.com . Please include your membership number.
Tuesday
15
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Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
15
Games Room
11:00 AM
More Info
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Basic conversation and pronunciation in an informal setting.
Tuesday
15
Games Room
12:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
Conversation and pronunciation in an informal setting for Spanish learners ready to converse at a slightly more advanced level.
Tuesday
15
Kerrisdale Community Centre Rm 226
1:00 PM
Tuesday
15
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Tuesday
15
More Info
Less Info
Speak very basic Italian without expectation of perfect grammar and pronunciation. Free to members, donations to BHS are welcomed.
Wednesday
16
Activity Room (or tent if available)
9:15 AM
More Info
Less Info
A moderate-to-challenging 60-minute class with cardio, strength, stretching and other components. Instructor: Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
16
More Info
Less Info
Introduction to Scottish Gaelic conversation, for continuing beginners.
Wednesday
16
Art Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
Wednesday
16
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Compared to regular walking, pole walking uses the entire body, providing many proven health and fitness benefits. All members are welcome to join us for a pleasant one-hour walk. We start in front of Brock House.
Wednesday
16
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Wednesday
16
Meyer room
10:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
There are no prerequisites for joining other than an interest in and love of cryptic crosswords.
Wednesday
16
Wednesday
16
More Info
Less Info
This 75-minute mostly moderate to gentle-level class can be adapted to suit a variety of levels and physical limitations. Instructor Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
16
Begg Room
10:30 AM
Wednesday
16
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
Wednesday
16
Art Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Enjoy an afternoon playing Mah Jong Hong Kong style.
Wednesday
16
Activity Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Wednesday
16
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
Wednesday
16
Begg Room
1:00 PM
Wednesday
16
Games Room
1:00 PM
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This interactive discussion will explore the latest findings in epigenetics, and show that our DNA is not our destiny. Our lifestyle choices can turn genes on or off, affecting our health and that of future generations. Instructor: Donna Webb
Wednesday
16
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Provides participants with an opportunity to practice speaking in French in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Instructor: Marlene Karnouk
Wednesday
16
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
1:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Wednesday
16
More Info
Less Info
This course is ideal for individuals who have a solid foundation in Italian and wish to advance to a higher level of proficiency.
Thursday
17
Whittaker Conservatory
8:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
Known as the "simplified" Yang style, this form is suitable for beginners. In this course, we will study the first half of the 24 Form.
Instructor: Kelly MacLean
Thursday
17
Begg Room
9:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Instructor: Cheryl Prophet.
Thursday
17
Whittaker Conservatory
9:35 AM
More Info
Less Info
Known as the “simplified Yang style,” this short form is suitable for beginners. In this course, we will study the second half of the 24 Form. Experience with the first half is important, though you don‘t have to have it memorized. Instructor: Kelly MacLean
Thursday
17
Art Room
10:00 AM
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Collage is a great way to experiment with colour, texture and images. Cut, move things around, form new shapes, and compose your masterpiece. Bring a pair of scissors and creative ideas to put thoughts into action. Instructor Peter Phillips.
Thursday
17
Meyer Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
The Life Writing group meets once a week to share short pieces of autobiographical writing on an assigned topic. We listen, comment, support and encourage each other. Many of us, after receiving feedback and rewriting, have combined all our weekly efforts into a book. This is a well-organized class that requires commitment. Limited to nine members. If you’re interested, contact the convenor, Margot, at tomarmar8@gmail.com before joining. Registration required.
Thursday
17
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
Thursday
17
Begg Room
12:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
Sign-up available from 10:45. No seating after 12:00. Maximum number of tables will be ten (10). It is necessary to come with a partner. $2.00 fee per session.
Thursday
17
Activity Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Step into the rhythm and join Vivian for an engaging, fun, and active line dancing class.
Thursday
17
Whittaker Conservatory
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Scrabble is a lot of fun and members who love to play have organized this weekly gathering.
Thursday
17
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Thursday
17
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The Gal Senior Care Foundation provides seminars that focus on senior-targeted financial exploitation. The presentation will include statistics, common scams, steps to mitigate risks, and a Q&A session.
Thursday
17
Brock House Workshop
1:00 PM
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An introductory class for novices to learn the fundamentals of woodworking and more advanced woodworkers to refresh their skills.
Thursday
17
Games Room
1:30 PM
More Info
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A first foundations course in Italian language (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and cultures via song, cinema, and/or literature. Participants will get to know one another in interactive meetings.
Friday
18
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Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Friday
18
Art Room
9:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
All are welcome to drop in and participate in any medium.
Friday
18
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
Friday
18
More Info
Less Info
Strengthen your body and boost your balance with chair yoga. Enjoy gentle, effective movements to improve your core, flexibility and mobility. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.

Friday
18
More Info
Less Info
An in-depth exploration of the art of Master painters in museums and churches throughout Venice. Follow the development of Venetian painting from the Renaissance, the Mannerist period, the Baroque, the Neo-Classical and Romantic Period, and the Rococo. Instructor: Justin Newell, Art Historian
Friday
18
Meyer room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
An opportunity for writers to meet, discuss and critique each others’ work-in-progress.
Friday
18
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre
10:30 AM
Friday
18
More Info
Less Info
A friendly group that meets weekly for a cup of coffee and French conversation. This group is for people who are fluent in French. Registration mandatory via suzpoulin@gmail.com. Convenor: Suzanne Poulin.
Friday
18
More Info
Less Info
Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Friday
18
Activity Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Friday
18
Begg Room - 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of every month.
Art Room - 2nd and 4th Friday of every mont
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
“Unserious bridge” - singles welcome.
Friday
18
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
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In the West End of 1950s London, plans for a movie version of a smash-hit play come to an abrupt halt when a pivotal member of the crew is murdered. A Police Inspector (Sam Rockwell) together with an inexperienced female Constable (Saoirse Ronan) investigate. Everyone at the theatre is declared a suspect. (Com/Myst, 2022, 98 mins, UK/US).
Saturday
19
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Any member of Brock House Society who is used to hiking is welcome to join our group. Please phone the coordinator or hike leader before participating. Have appropriate footwear and bring your lunch including sufficient fluids. Hikers participate at their own risk and will be asked to sign a waiver. Dogs are not permitted. Hikes are subject to change due to weather or trail conditions. Please check the Friday email updates.
Monday
21
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
9:15 AM
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Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Monday
21
Conservatory
9:15 AM
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Follow simple choreographed steps to music from the 50‘s and 60‘s.
Monday
21
Begg Room
9:15 AM
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Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. All levels are welcome. Instructor: Cheryl Prophet.
Monday
21
Meyer Room
9:30 AM
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Members of this group knit, crochet and stitch handcrafted items to sell at the Brock House Fair.
Monday
21
Art Room
10:00 AM
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This is a group for people who like to learn together. You‘ll research a topic of your own choice within a broad theme. After you’ve shared what you discovered, we‘ll enjoy a friendly and thought-provoking discussion about your topic. Instructor: David and Anne Ehret
Monday
21
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
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Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Monday
21
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Contact John Smith at "brock.house.point.grey@gmail.com" if you ‘d like to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
Monday
21
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For those who have a working knowledge of French at a low-intermediate or intermediate level. Instructor: Agnes Pytko.
Monday
21
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
Monday
21
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Monday
21
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We’ll look at the careers and work of Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell, and Gordon Lightfoot. Instructor: John Mitchell
Monday
21
Meyer room
1:00 PM
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Come to read and enjoy plays in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. English reading and speaking skills are required. No acting experience is necessary. If you are interested, please contact Wendy at 604-324-0130.
Monday
21
Whittaker Conservatory
1:30 PM
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All voices are welcome to sing along or swing along with the Brock House Society’s gleeful Sing-Along Group.
Monday
21
Games Room
1:30 PM
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Write stories from your life based on specific themes, and bring them to the group to share and discuss. Instructor: Arlene Higgs
Tuesday
22
Out of House
8:30 AM
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This Dominican Nun’s Monastery is located at the base of Cloudburst Mountain in the Squamish Valley. Take a tour with Sister Claire, witness the sisters singing their morning hymns and visit the
monastery’s chapel and unique gift shop. Lunch by the river in Squamish. Level: Moderate
Tuesday
22
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Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Tuesday
22
Art Room
9:30 AM
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Jewelry Crafters create original jewelry for personal use and selling at the Fairs.
Tuesday
22
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
Tuesday
22
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Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
22
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Presented on Zoom by: Rick Hulbert, Architect and Photographer, Rick Hulbert Photography North Vancouver. To receive a weekly email reminder and Zoom instructions, contact Allan Strain at bhtuesdaylectures@gmail.com or Mike at bhstuesdaylectureseries@gmail.com . Please include your membership number.
Tuesday
22
Games Room
11:00 AM
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Basic conversation and pronunciation in an informal setting.
Tuesday
22
Games Room
12:00 PM
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Conversation and pronunciation in an informal setting for Spanish learners ready to converse at a slightly more advanced level.
Tuesday
22
Kerrisdale Community Centre Rm 226
1:00 PM
Tuesday
22
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
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All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Tuesday
22
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Speak very basic Italian without expectation of perfect grammar and pronunciation. Free to members, donations to BHS are welcomed.
Wednesday
23
Activity Room (or tent if available)
9:15 AM
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A moderate-to-challenging 60-minute class with cardio, strength, stretching and other components. Instructor: Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
23
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Introduction to Scottish Gaelic conversation, for continuing beginners.
Wednesday
23
Art Room
10:00 AM
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We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
Wednesday
23
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
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Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Wednesday
23
10:00 AM
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Compared to regular walking, pole walking uses the entire body, providing many proven health and fitness benefits. All members are welcome to join us for a pleasant one-hour walk. We start in front of Brock House.
Wednesday
23
Meyer room
10:30 AM
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There are no prerequisites for joining other than an interest in and love of cryptic crosswords.
Wednesday
23
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This 75-minute mostly moderate to gentle-level class can be adapted to suit a variety of levels and physical limitations. Instructor Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
23
Begg Room
10:30 AM
Wednesday
23
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
Wednesday
23
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Wednesday
23
Art Room
12:30 PM
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Enjoy an afternoon playing Mah Jong Hong Kong style.
Wednesday
23
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
Wednesday
23
Begg Room
1:00 PM
Wednesday
23
Games Room
1:00 PM
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This interactive discussion will explore the latest findings in epigenetics, and show that our DNA is not our destiny. Our lifestyle choices can turn genes on or off, affecting our health and that of future generations. Instructor: Donna Webb
Wednesday
23
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Provides participants with an opportunity to practice speaking in French in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Instructor: Marlene Karnouk
Wednesday
23
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
1:30 PM
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Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Wednesday
23
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This course is ideal for individuals who have a solid foundation in Italian and wish to advance to a higher level of proficiency.
Thursday
24
Whittaker Conservatory
8:30 AM
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Known as the "simplified" Yang style, this form is suitable for beginners. In this course, we will study the first half of the 24 Form.
Instructor: Kelly MacLean
Thursday
24
Begg Room
9:00 AM
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Instructor: Cheryl Prophet.
Thursday
24
Whittaker Conservatory
9:35 AM
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Known as the “simplified Yang style,” this short form is suitable for beginners. In this course, we will study the second half of the 24 Form. Experience with the first half is important, though you don‘t have to have it memorized. Instructor: Kelly MacLean
Thursday
24
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
Thursday
24
Meyer Room
10:00 AM
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The Life Writing group meets once a week to share short pieces of autobiographical writing on an assigned topic. We listen, comment, support and encourage each other. Many of us, after receiving feedback and rewriting, have combined all our weekly efforts into a book. This is a well-organized class that requires commitment. Limited to nine members. If you’re interested, contact the convenor, Margot, at tomarmar8@gmail.com before joining. Registration required.
Thursday
24
Art Room
10:00 AM
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Collage is a great way to experiment with colour, texture and images. Cut, move things around, form new shapes, and compose your masterpiece. Bring a pair of scissors and creative ideas to put thoughts into action. Instructor Peter Phillips.
Thursday
24
Begg Room
12:00 PM
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Sign-up available from 10:45. No seating after 12:00. Maximum number of tables will be ten (10). It is necessary to come with a partner. $2.00 fee per session.
Thursday
24
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Step into the rhythm and join Vivian for an engaging, fun, and active line dancing class.
Thursday
24
Whittaker Conservatory
12:30 PM
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Scrabble is a lot of fun and members who love to play have organized this weekly gathering.
Thursday
24
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
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All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Thursday
24
Brock House Workshop
1:00 PM
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An introductory class for novices to learn the fundamentals of woodworking and more advanced woodworkers to refresh their skills.
Thursday
24
Games Room
1:30 PM
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A first foundations course in Italian language (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and cultures via song, cinema, and/or literature. Participants will get to know one another in interactive meetings.
Thursday
24
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Explore the world‘s most enchanting wines, in a series that features lecture, discussion, and tasting. Instructor: Dr. Clinton Lee
Friday
25
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Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Friday
25
Art Room
9:00 AM
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All are welcome to drop in and participate in any medium.
Friday
25
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
Friday
25
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Strengthen your body and boost your balance with chair yoga. Enjoy gentle, effective movements to improve your core, flexibility and mobility. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.

Friday
25
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An in-depth exploration of the art of Master painters in museums and churches throughout Venice. Follow the development of Venetian painting from the Renaissance, the Mannerist period, the Baroque, the Neo-Classical and Romantic Period, and the Rococo. Instructor: Justin Newell, Art Historian
Friday
25
Meyer room
10:00 AM
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An opportunity for writers to meet, discuss and critique each others’ work-in-progress.
Friday
25
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre
10:30 AM
Friday
25
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A friendly group that meets weekly for a cup of coffee and French conversation. This group is for people who are fluent in French. Registration mandatory via suzpoulin@gmail.com. Convenor: Suzanne Poulin.
Friday
25
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Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Friday
25
Begg Room - 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of every month.
Art Room - 2nd and 4th Friday of every mont
12:30 PM
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“Unserious bridge” - singles welcome.
Friday
25
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Friday
25
Tent (Summer) or Begg Room
1:00 PM
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We sit in a circle to share songs, poetry and laughter. To us, a folk song is anything you want it to be! Bring your voice and instruments. Every 2nd and 4th Friday.
Friday
25
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
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Based on true events. In 1941, a young lawyer (Chadwick Boseman), who later becomes the first African-American Supreme Court Justice, takes on one of his career-defining cases. He defends a chauffeur (Sterling K. Brown) who is black and has been accused of rape by his white employer (Kate Hudson). The trial reveals untruths that affect the result of the case. (Legal/Bio Drama, 2017, 118 mins, US).
Friday
25
Games room
1:15 PM
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Each member presents and leads a discussion of their selected book. Books on the 2024 reading list included contemporary and historical fiction, memoirs and history.
Saturday
26
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Any member of Brock House Society who is used to hiking is welcome to join our group. Please phone the coordinator or hike leader before participating. Have appropriate footwear and bring your lunch including sufficient fluids. Hikers participate at their own risk and will be asked to sign a waiver. Dogs are not permitted. Hikes are subject to change due to weather or trail conditions. Please check the Friday email updates.
Monday
28
Begg Room
9:15 AM
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Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. All levels are welcome. Instructor: Cheryl Prophet.
Monday
28
Conservatory
9:15 AM
More Info
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Follow simple choreographed steps to music from the 50‘s and 60‘s.
Monday
28
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
9:15 AM
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Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Monday
28
Meyer Room
9:30 AM
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Members of this group knit, crochet and stitch handcrafted items to sell at the Brock House Fair.
Monday
28
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
More Info
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Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Monday
28
Art Room
10:00 AM
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This is a group for people who like to learn together. You‘ll research a topic of your own choice within a broad theme. After you’ve shared what you discovered, we‘ll enjoy a friendly and thought-provoking discussion about your topic. Instructor: David and Anne Ehret
Monday
28
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Contact John Smith at "brock.house.point.grey@gmail.com" if you ‘d like to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
Monday
28
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For those who have a working knowledge of French at a low-intermediate or intermediate level. Instructor: Agnes Pytko.
Monday
28
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
Monday
28
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Monday
28
Meyer room
1:00 PM
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Come to read and enjoy plays in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. English reading and speaking skills are required. No acting experience is necessary. If you are interested, please contact Wendy at 604-324-0130.
Monday
28
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We’ll look at the careers and work of Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell, and Gordon Lightfoot. Instructor: John Mitchell
Monday
28
Computer Room
1:00 PM
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Drop into the Computer Room for answers to all your computer questions. Convenors Dave, John or Brian will be standing by to troubleshoot.
Monday
28
Computer Room
1:00 PM
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Drop into the Computer Room for answers to all your computer questions. Convenors Dave, John or Brian will be standing by to troubleshoot.
Monday
28
Computer Room
1:00 PM
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Drop into the Computer Room for answers to all your computer questions. Convenors Dave, John or Brian will be standing by to troubleshoot.
Monday
28
Whittaker Conservatory
1:30 PM
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All voices are welcome to sing along or swing along with the Brock House Society’s gleeful Sing-Along Group.
Monday
28
Games Room
1:30 PM
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Write stories from your life based on specific themes, and bring them to the group to share and discuss. Instructor: Arlene Higgs
Tuesday
29
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Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Tuesday
29
Art Room
9:30 AM
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Jewelry Crafters create original jewelry for personal use and selling at the Fairs.
Tuesday
29
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
Tuesday
29
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Presented by: Sheryl MacKay, CBC Broadcaster. To receive a weekly email reminder and Zoom instructions, contact Allan Strain at bhtuesdaylectures@gmail.com or Mike at bhstuesdaylectureseries@gmail.com . Please include your membership number.
Tuesday
29
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Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
29
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Practice your existing Intermediate Italian. Free to members, donations to BHS are welcomed.
Tuesday
29
Games Room
11:00 AM
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Basic conversation and pronunciation in an informal setting.
Tuesday
29
Games Room
12:00 PM
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Conversation and pronunciation in an informal setting for Spanish learners ready to converse at a slightly more advanced level.
Tuesday
29
Kerrisdale Community Centre Rm 226
1:00 PM
Tuesday
29
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
More Info
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All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Tuesday
29
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Speak very basic Italian without expectation of perfect grammar and pronunciation. Free to members, donations to BHS are welcomed.
Tuesday
29
Oak Room
5:30 PM
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Enjoy a casual hour or so of chatting, unwinding, and ?meeting others right here in the Brock House Oak Room.? The bar will be open. Bring a guest, bring a neighbour, bring a friend.
Wednesday
30
Activity Room (or tent if available)
9:15 AM
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A moderate-to-challenging 60-minute class with cardio, strength, stretching and other components. Instructor: Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
30
More Info
Less Info
Introduction to Scottish Gaelic conversation, for continuing beginners.
Wednesday
30
Art Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
Wednesday
30
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Wednesday
30
10:00 AM
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Compared to regular walking, pole walking uses the entire body, providing many proven health and fitness benefits. All members are welcome to join us for a pleasant one-hour walk. We start in front of Brock House.
Wednesday
30
Meyer room
10:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
There are no prerequisites for joining other than an interest in and love of cryptic crosswords.
Wednesday
30
More Info
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This 75-minute mostly moderate to gentle-level class can be adapted to suit a variety of levels and physical limitations. Instructor Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
30
Begg Room
10:30 AM
Wednesday
30
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
Wednesday
30
Activity Room
12:30 PM
More Info
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Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Wednesday
30
Art Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Enjoy an afternoon playing Mah Jong Hong Kong style.
Wednesday
30
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
Wednesday
30
Begg Room
1:00 PM
Wednesday
30
More Info
Less Info
Provides participants with an opportunity to practice speaking in French in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Instructor: Marlene Karnouk
Wednesday
30
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
1:30 PM
More Info
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Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Wednesday
30
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Join us for “Dance to the Music: Social Afternoons,” where you can enjoy live jazz and a curated playlist while meeting new friends. This lively event is free for members and guests, offering a perfect way to spend an active afternoon dancing and socializing.
Wednesday
30
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This course is ideal for individuals who have a solid foundation in Italian and wish to advance to a higher level of proficiency.
Thursday
31
Whittaker Conservatory
8:30 AM
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Known as the "simplified" Yang style, this form is suitable for beginners. In this course, we will study the first half of the 24 Form.
Instructor: Kelly MacLean
Thursday
31
Begg Room
9:00 AM
More Info
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Instructor: Cheryl Prophet.
Thursday
31
Whittaker Conservatory
9:35 AM
More Info
Less Info
Known as the “simplified Yang style,” this short form is suitable for beginners. In this course, we will study the second half of the 24 Form. Experience with the first half is important, though you don‘t have to have it memorized. Instructor: Kelly MacLean
Thursday
31
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
Thursday
31
Meyer Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
The Life Writing group meets once a week to share short pieces of autobiographical writing on an assigned topic. We listen, comment, support and encourage each other. Many of us, after receiving feedback and rewriting, have combined all our weekly efforts into a book. This is a well-organized class that requires commitment. Limited to nine members. If you’re interested, contact the convenor, Margot, at tomarmar8@gmail.com before joining. Registration required.
Thursday
31
Art Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Collage is a great way to experiment with colour, texture and images. Cut, move things around, form new shapes, and compose your masterpiece. Bring a pair of scissors and creative ideas to put thoughts into action. Instructor Peter Phillips.
Thursday
31
Begg Room
12:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
Sign-up available from 10:45. No seating after 12:00. Maximum number of tables will be ten (10). It is necessary to come with a partner. $2.00 fee per session.
Thursday
31
Activity Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Step into the rhythm and join Vivian for an engaging, fun, and active line dancing class.
Thursday
31
Whittaker Conservatory
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Scrabble is a lot of fun and members who love to play have organized this weekly gathering.
Thursday
31
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Thursday
31
Brock House Workshop
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
An introductory class for novices to learn the fundamentals of woodworking and more advanced woodworkers to refresh their skills.
Thursday
31
Games Room
1:30 PM
More Info
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A first foundations course in Italian language (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and cultures via song, cinema, and/or literature. Participants will get to know one another in interactive meetings.
Thursday
31
More Info
Less Info
Explore the world‘s most enchanting wines, in a series that features lecture, discussion, and tasting. Instructor: Dr. Clinton Lee

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604-228-1461

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