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Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
All are welcome to drop in and participate in any medium.
Strengthen your body and boost your balance with chair yoga. Enjoy gentle, effective movements to improve your core, flexibility and mobility. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
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
An opportunity for writers to meet, discuss and critique each others’ work-in-progress.
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre
Learn about simple and inexpensive funeral planning tips. Instructor: Christa Ovenell
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.
Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Begg Room - 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of every month.
Art Room - 2nd and 4th Friday of every mont
“Unserious bridge” - singles welcome.
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Based on true story. While she hones her artistic skills, an arthritic Nova Scotia woman (Sally Hawkins) works as a housekeeper and falls in love with her employer a fish peddler (Ethan Hawke). She becomes a beloved figure in the community and one of Canada‘s great folk artists. (Bio/Romance/Drama, 2016, 115 mins, CAN/Ireland).
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.
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Follow simple choreographed steps to music from the 50‘s and 60‘s.
Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. All levels are welcome. Instructor: Sheri Kauhausen.
Members of this group knit, crochet and stitch handcrafted items to sell at the Brock House Fair.
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
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
Contact John Smith at "brock.house.point.grey@gmail.com" if you ‘d like to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
For those who have a working knowledge of French at a low-intermediate or intermediate level. Instructor: Agnes Pytko.
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
We’ll look at the careers and work of Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell, and Gordon Lightfoot. Instructor: John Mitchell
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.
Drop into the Computer Room for answers to all your computer questions. Convenors Dave, John or Brian will be standing by to troubleshoot.
All voices are welcome to sing along or swing along with the Brock House Society’s gleeful Sing-Along Group.
Write stories from your life based on specific themes, and bring them to the group to share and discuss. Instructor: Arlene Higgs
Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Jewelry Crafters create original jewelry for personal use and selling at the Fairs.
Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Presented on Zoom by: Zoe Long, PhD Candidate, School of Resource and Environmental Management, SFU. 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.
Practice your existing Intermediate Italian. Free to members, donations to BHS are welcomed.
Speak very basic Italian without expectation of perfect grammar and pronunciation. Free to members, donations to BHS are welcomed.
Kerrisdale Community Centre Rm 226
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Activity Room (or tent if available)
A moderate-to-challenging 60-minute class with cardio, strength, stretching and other components. Instructor: Kate Maliha.
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
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.
We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
Introduction to Scottish Gaelic conversation, for continuing beginners.
There are no prerequisites for joining other than an interest in and love of cryptic crosswords.
This 75-minute mostly moderate to gentle-level class can be adapted to suit a variety of levels and physical limitations. Instructor Kate Maliha.
Enjoy an afternoon playing Mah Jong Hong Kong style.
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Provides participants with an opportunity to practice speaking in French in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Instructor: Marlene Karnouk
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
This course is ideal for individuals who have a solid foundation in Italian and wish to advance to a higher level of proficiency.
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
Instructor: Cheryl Prophet.
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
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.
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.
A one-hour roundtable for members to ask questions, learn about BHS, and give their ideas and suggestions to BHS leaders.
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.
Step into the rhythm and join Vivian for an engaging, fun, and active line dancing class.
Scrabble is a lot of fun and members who love to play have organized this weekly gathering.
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Are you or a loved one affected by arthritis? Discover valuable insights and support by joining our OASIS Arthritis Education series.
An introductory class for novices to learn the fundamentals of woodworking and more advanced woodworkers to refresh their skills.
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.
Join us for a full program that includes guest speaker Robert Mackay.
Robert’s historical novels have won international prizes. Soldier of the Horse is based on his father’s time in the Canadian cavalry in World War One. Terror on the Alert, set during the Cuban Missile Crisis, is based on Robert’s own service in British and Canadian submarines during the Cold War. Robert is active in the Naval Officers Association of BC, a past president of the Canadian Authors Association – Metro Vancouver, and a member of CAA‘s national board of directors.
Explore the world‘s most enchanting wines, in a series that features lecture, discussion, and tasting. Instructor: Dr. Clinton Lee
Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
All are welcome to drop in and participate in any medium.
Strengthen your body and boost your balance with chair yoga. Enjoy gentle, effective movements to improve your core, flexibility and mobility. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
An opportunity for writers to meet, discuss and critique each others’ work-in-progress.
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre
Learn about simple and inexpensive funeral planning tips. Instructor: Christa Ovenell
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.
Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Begg Room - 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of every month.
Art Room - 2nd and 4th Friday of every mont
“Unserious bridge” - singles welcome.
Tent (Summer) or Begg Room
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.
In 2006, an American (Harry Einhorn) travels to Bhutan in search of a valuable antique rifle. He meets a young Bhutanese monk (Tandin Wangchuk). Humour is drawn from the difference between their cultures, as Bhutan becomes one of the world‘s youngest democracies. (Drama, 2023, 107 mins, Bhutan/France/US).
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.
Contact John Smith at "brock.house.point.grey@gmail.com" if you ‘d like to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Jewelry Crafters create original jewelry for personal use and selling at the Fairs.
The story of the United Flower Growers Co-operative Association. Presented by: Michel Benoit, CEO, United Flower Growers. 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.
Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Practice your existing Intermediate Italian. Free to members, donations to BHS are welcomed.
Kerrisdale Community Centre Rm 226
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Speak very basic Italian without expectation of perfect grammar and pronunciation. Free to members, donations to BHS are welcomed.
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.
Activity Room (or tent if available)
A moderate-to-challenging 60-minute class with cardio, strength, stretching and other components. Instructor: Kate Maliha.
Introduction to Scottish Gaelic conversation, for continuing beginners.
We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
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.
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
There are no prerequisites for joining other than an interest in and love of cryptic crosswords.
This 75-minute mostly moderate to gentle-level class can be adapted to suit a variety of levels and physical limitations. Instructor Kate Maliha.
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Enjoy an afternoon playing Mah Jong Hong Kong style.
Provides participants with an opportunity to practice speaking in French in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Instructor: Marlene Karnouk
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
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
Instructor: Cheryl Prophet.
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
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.
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.
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.
Step into the rhythm and join Vivian for an engaging, fun, and active line dancing class.
Scrabble is a lot of fun and members who love to play have organized this weekly gathering.
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Are you or a loved one affected by arthritis? Discover valuable insights and support by joining our OASIS Arthritis Education series.
An introductory class for novices to learn the fundamentals of woodworking and more advanced woodworkers to refresh their skills.
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.
Explore the world‘s most enchanting wines, in a series that features lecture, discussion, and tasting. Instructor: Dr. Clinton Lee
Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
All are welcome to drop in and participate in any medium.
Strengthen your body and boost your balance with chair yoga. Enjoy gentle, effective movements to improve your core, flexibility and mobility. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
An opportunity for writers to meet, discuss and critique each others’ work-in-progress.
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre
Instructor: Katarina Vavrovicova, clinical Doctor of Audiology
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.
Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Begg Room - 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of every month.
Art Room - 2nd and 4th Friday of every mont
“Unserious bridge” - singles welcome.
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
A classic whodunnit. A wealthy novelist (Christopher Plummer) patriarch of an eccentric family, celebrates his 85th birthday at his Massachusetts mansion. The next day, a detective (Daniel Craig) is called in to investigate his death. (Mystery, 2019, 130 mins, US).
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.
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Follow simple choreographed steps to music from the 50‘s and 60‘s.
Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. All levels are welcome. Instructor: Sheri Kauhausen.
Members of this group knit, crochet and stitch handcrafted items to sell at the Brock House Fair.
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
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
Contact John Smith at "brock.house.point.grey@gmail.com" if you ‘d like to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Drop into the Computer Room for answers to all your computer questions. Convenors Dave, John or Brian will be standing by to troubleshoot.
We’ll look at the careers and work of Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell, and Gordon Lightfoot. Instructor: John Mitchell
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.
Write stories from your life based on specific themes, and bring them to the group to share and discuss. Instructor: Arlene Higgs
All voices are welcome to sing along or swing along with the Brock House Society’s gleeful Sing-Along Group.
Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Jewelry Crafters create original jewelry for personal use and selling at the Fairs.
Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Presented on Zoom by: Allan Quigley, PhD, Retired to Whiterock from St.Francis Xavier and Penn State. 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.
Practice your existing Intermediate Italian. Free to members, donations to BHS are welcomed.
A small, supportive, and structured group in which we reflect on and talk about our personal experiences with aging. Instructors: Lin Langley and Dianne Westwood.
Speak very basic Italian without expectation of perfect grammar and pronunciation. Free to members, donations to BHS are welcomed.
Kerrisdale Community Centre Rm 226
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Activity Room (or tent if available)
A moderate-to-challenging 60-minute class with cardio, strength, stretching and other components. Instructor: Kate Maliha.
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
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.
We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
Introduction to Scottish Gaelic conversation, for continuing beginners.
There are no prerequisites for joining other than an interest in and love of cryptic crosswords.
This 75-minute mostly moderate to gentle-level class can be adapted to suit a variety of levels and physical limitations. Instructor Kate Maliha.
Enjoy an afternoon playing Mah Jong Hong Kong style.
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Provides participants with an opportunity to practice speaking in French in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Instructor: Marlene Karnouk
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
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.
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
Instructor: Cheryl Prophet.
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
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.
Sid Katz is a scientist and educator; he is Professor Emeritus of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, UBC and served as Executive Director of Science World in Vancouver and Director General and CEO of the Ontario Science Centre.
Enjoy light refreshments while we celebrate the rich diversity within our community. Registration appreciated.
Zoom option
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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.
Scrabble is a lot of fun and members who love to play have organized this weekly gathering.
Step into the rhythm and join Vivian for an engaging, fun, and active line dancing class.
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.