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Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
All are welcome to visit and participate in any medium. We have no teacher, but do have lots of advice, encouragement, and friendship for you no matter whether you’re a beginning or skilled artist.
Some performers are simply born great. It is their combination of talent and charisma which makes them legendary. Instructor: Neil Ritchie
This class will help you improve your strength, balance, concentration and flexibility. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
An opportunity for writers to meet, discuss and critique each others’ work-in-progress.
Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
“Unserious bridge” - singles welcome.
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. Convenor: Sheila Resels.
British retirees (inc. Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Maggie Smith) travel to India to take up residence in what they believe is a newly restored hotel. Much less luxurious than advertised, the Marigold Hotel slowly begins to reveal unexpected discoveries. (Com) 2011, 124 mins, UK
Tent (Summer) or Arts Room
Are you interested in joining the Brock House Folk Singing group? Bring your voices and instruments! Typical activities include song circles where individuals offer songs, poetry and laughter (a folk song is anything you want it to be!). The group will join in playing or singing whenever invited. Every 2nd and 4th Friday.
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
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. All levels are welcome. Instructor: Into Yoga.
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.
Contact John Smith at "brock.house.point.grey@gmail.com" if you ‘d like to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
Follow simple choreographed steps to music from the 50‘s and 60‘s.
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!
Come to read and enjoy plays in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. English reading and speaking skills are required. No acting experience is necessary.
Drop into the Computer Room for answers to all your computer questions. Convenors Dave, John or Brian will be standing by to troubleshoot.
Brighten your day; leave your worries on the doorstep; come on over to the sunny side and sing along or swing along with the Brock House Society’s gleeful senior songsters.
Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. All levels are welcome. Instructor: Into Yoga.
Speak very basic Italian without expectation of perfect grammar and pronunciation¬. Free to members, donations to BHS welcomed.
Introduction to Scottish Gaelic conversation, for beginners.
Since 1989, the Sanford Housing Society has been building quality housing in Metro Vancouver for those with mental illness, and addictions. Hear about the model and successes of this unique organization. Presented by Jaffer Freezah, Executive Director, Sanford Housing Society. "bhstuesdaylectureseries@gmail.com" to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
Practice your existing Intermediate Italian. Free to members, donations to BHS welcomed.
Various topics chosen with input from the group introduced with YouTube videos. Convenor: Bob Haxton
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
An introductory class for novices to learn the fundamentals of woodworking and more advanced woodworkers to refresh their skills.
Join Ruth Kozak on writing about family histories.
We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
This activity is for those who know how to solve cryptic clues and enjoy doing so with others. 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. Play and learn at the same time.
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
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.
This course is for those who know (more or less) the 24 Form and are prepared to try the mirror image. We will also be working on the 48 Form, starting from the beginning again. Instructor: Kelly MacLean
Known as the “simplified Yang style,” this short form is suitable for beginners. Instructor: Kelly MacLean (Note: Feb. 22 class cancelled.)
Join this group on Thursday mornings for a local ride, with a stop for lunch - pub/restaurant/picnic - before returning to Brock House.
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.
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.
Heart-centered techniques to help you tidy up, declutter, and even downsize. Instructor: Christa Ovenell
): 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 this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
All are welcome to visit and participate in any medium. We have no teacher, but do have lots of advice, encouragement, and friendship for you no matter whether you’re a beginning or skilled artist.
Some performers are simply born great. It is their combination of talent and charisma which makes them legendary. Instructor: Neil Ritchie
This class will help you improve your strength, balance, concentration and flexibility. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
An opportunity for writers to meet, discuss and critique each others’ work-in-progress.
Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
“Unserious bridge” - singles welcome.
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Tent (Summer) or Arts Room
Are you interested in joining the Brock House Folk Singing group? Bring your voices and instruments! Typical activities include song circles where individuals offer songs, poetry and laughter (a folk song is anything you want it to be!). The group will join in playing or singing whenever invited. Every 2nd and 4th Friday.
Provides participants with an opportunity to practice speaking in French in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Convenor: Sheila Resels.
In the 1980s, a housewife (Kathy Bates) is unhappy with her life. She befriends an old lady (Jessica Tandy) at a nursing home and is enthralled by the tales she tells of people she used to know. A witty story of loyalty and friendship. (Com/Drama) 1991, 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
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. All levels are welcome. Instructor: Into Yoga.
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.
Contact John Smith at "brock.house.point.grey@gmail.com" if you ‘d like to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
Follow simple choreographed steps to music from the 50‘s and 60‘s.
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!
Drop into the Computer Room for answers to all your computer questions. Convenors Dave, John or Brian will be standing by to troubleshoot.
Come to read and enjoy plays in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. English reading and speaking skills are required. No acting experience is necessary.
Brighten your day; leave your worries on the doorstep; come on over to the sunny side and sing along or swing along with the Brock House Society’s gleeful senior songsters.
Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. All levels are welcome. Instructor: Into Yoga.
Speak very basic Italian without expectation of perfect grammar and pronunciation¬. Free to members, donations to BHS welcomed.
Introduction to Scottish Gaelic conversation, for beginners.
Presented by Justin Malcahy, Assistant Chief, Vancouver Fire Rescue Service. Contact Allan Strain at "bhstuesdaylectureseries@gmail.com" to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
Practice your existing Intermediate Italian. Free to members, donations to BHS welcomed.
Various topics chosen with input from the group introduced with YouTube videos. Convenor: Bob Haxton
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Welcome new BHS members! Did you join Brock recently? The Membership Committee invites new members or members that have not previously attended a New Member Welcome Event to join us. Light refreshments will be served.
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
This activity is for those who know how to solve cryptic clues and enjoy doing so with others. 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. Play and learn at the same time.
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
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
This course is for those who know (more or less) the 24 Form and are prepared to try the mirror image. We will also be working on the 48 Form, starting from the beginning again. Instructor: Kelly MacLean
Known as the “simplified Yang style,” this short form is suitable for beginners. Instructor: Kelly MacLean (Note: Feb. 22 class cancelled.)
Join this group on Thursday mornings for a local ride, with a stop for lunch - pub/restaurant/picnic - before returning to Brock House.
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.
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Basic Line Dancing is a weekly commitment held on Thursdays from 1 to 2 pm. Participants must be comfortable with standing up and engaging in low-impact movement for 60 minutes, as well as accept a physical liability waiver agreement. The class is free for members, and donations are welcome.
): 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 this popular exercise class at Brock House. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
All are welcome to visit and participate in any medium. We have no teacher, but do have lots of advice, encouragement, and friendship for you no matter whether you’re a beginning or skilled artist.
An opportunity for writers to meet, discuss and critique each others’ work-in-progress.
This class will help you improve your strength, balance, concentration and flexibility. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Some performers are simply born great. It is their combination of talent and charisma which makes them legendary. Instructor: Neil Ritchie
Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
“Unserious bridge” - singles welcome.
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Tent (Summer) or Arts Room
Are you interested in joining the Brock House Folk Singing group? Bring your voices and instruments! Typical activities include song circles where individuals offer songs, poetry and laughter (a folk song is anything you want it to be!). The group will join in playing or singing whenever invited. Every 2nd and 4th Friday.
Provides participants with an opportunity to practice speaking in French in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Convenor: Sheila Resels.
Based on a true story. When Beckett (Tom Hanks), a man with AIDS, is fired by his prominent law firm because of his condition, he hires a small-time lawyer (Denzel Washington) the only willing advocate for his wrongful dismissal suit. In court, they face one of Beckett’s former employer’s top litigators (Mary Steenburgen). (Legal Drama) 1993, 125 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
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. All levels are welcome. Instructor: Into Yoga.
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.
Contact John Smith at "brock.house.point.grey@gmail.com" if you ‘d like to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
Follow simple choreographed steps to music from the 50‘s and 60‘s.
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!
Drop into the Computer Room for answers to all your computer questions. Convenors Dave, John or Brian will be standing by to troubleshoot.
Come to read and enjoy plays in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. English reading and speaking skills are required. No acting experience is necessary.
Brighten your day; leave your worries on the doorstep; come on over to the sunny side and sing along or swing along with the Brock House Society’s gleeful senior songsters.
Join this popular exercise class at Brock House. All levels are welcome. Instructor: Into Yoga.
Speak very basic Italian without expectation of perfect grammar and pronunciation¬. Free to members, donations to BHS welcomed.
Introduction to Scottish Gaelic conversation, for beginners.
Presented by Catherine Hercus, Freelance mining writer for Canadian Mining Journal and others. Contact Allan Strain at bhstuesdaylectureseries@gmail.com to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
Practice your existing Intermediate Italian. Free to members, donations to BHS welcomed.
Various topics chosen with input from the group introduced with YouTube videos. Convenor: Bob Haxton
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Brock House Society is pleased to collaborate with the UBC Institute for Veterans Education and Transition to present an educational session. Two veteran students will be sharing their transition experience.
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
This activity is for those who know how to solve cryptic clues and enjoy doing so with others. There are no prerequisites for joining other than an interest in and love of cryptic crosswords.
Enjoy an afternoon playing Mah Jong Hong Kong style. Play and learn at the same time.
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
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
This course is for those who know (more or less) the 24 Form and are prepared to try the mirror image. We will also be working on the 48 Form, starting from the beginning again. Instructor: Kelly MacLean
Known as the “simplified Yang style,” this short form is suitable for beginners. Instructor: Kelly MacLean (Note: Feb. 22 class cancelled.)
Join this group on Thursday mornings for a local ride, with a stop for lunch - pub/restaurant/picnic - before returning to Brock House.
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.
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Join us for Afternoon Tea! Let’s celebrate the arrival of spring!
Enjoy a tasty lunch prepared by our chef Najia and “Come on and hear ” some cool tunes by the Brock House Jazz Band!
Included will be a special presentation by Marion Fudge, owner of local fashion
boutique Tenth & Proper.
Basic Line Dancing is a weekly commitment held on Thursdays from 1 to 2 pm. Participants must be comfortable with standing up and engaging in low-impact movement for 60 minutes, as well as accept a physical liability waiver agreement. The class is free for members, and donations are welcome.
All are welcome to visit and participate in any medium. We have no teacher, but do have lots of advice, encouragement, and friendship for you no matter whether you’re a beginning or skilled artist.
Some performers are simply born great. It is their combination of talent and charisma which makes them legendary. Instructor: Neil Ritchie
This class will help you improve your strength, balance, concentration and flexibility. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
An opportunity for writers to meet, discuss and critique each others’ work-in-progress.
Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
“Unserious bridge” - singles welcome.
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Tent (Summer) or Arts Room
Are you interested in joining the Brock House Folk Singing group? Bring your voices and instruments! Typical activities include song circles where individuals offer songs, poetry and laughter (a folk song is anything you want it to be!). The group will join in playing or singing whenever invited. Every 2nd and 4th Friday.
Provides participants with an opportunity to practice speaking in French in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Convenor: Sheila Resels.
Once popular opera diva Jean Horton (Maggie Smith) creates a stir with her arrival at a home for retired musicians. Her ex-husband (Tom Courtenay), a resident there, is not amused, remembering her long-ago infidelity. Other residents welcome her and try to persuade her to join their performance of Rigoletto. Jean, however, knows that she is long past her prime and is reluctant to sully the memory of her once-lovely voice. The movie depicts actual famous musicians. (Com/Drama) 2012, 98 mins, UK
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
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
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.
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!
Brighten your day; leave your worries on the doorstep; come on over to the sunny side and sing along or swing along with the Brock House Society’s gleeful senior songsters.
Come to read and enjoy plays in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. English reading and speaking skills are required. No acting experience is necessary.
Drop into the Computer Room for answers to all your computer questions. Convenors Dave, John or Brian will be standing by to troubleshoot.
Introduction to Scottish Gaelic conversation, for beginners.
Practice your existing Intermediate Italian. Free to members, donations to BHS welcomed.
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
The House will be open, so let’s have a casual get-together and catch up with old and new friends! Have a glass of something (beer and wine $5.00, soft drinks $2).
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
This activity is for those who know how to solve cryptic clues and enjoy doing so with others. There are no prerequisites for joining other than an interest in and love of cryptic crosswords.
Enjoy an afternoon playing Mah Jong Hong Kong style. Play and learn at the same time.
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Known as the “simplified Yang style,” this short form is suitable for beginners. Instructor: Kelly MacLean (Note: Feb. 22 class cancelled.)
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.
Member Forum are scheduled the fourth Thursday every month, 12 pm to 1 pm unless otherwise noted.
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.
Drop into the Computer Room for answers to all your computer questions. Convenors Dave, John or Brian will be standing by to troubleshoot.
Basic Line Dancing is a weekly commitment held on Thursdays from 1 to 2 pm. Participants must be comfortable with standing up and engaging in low-impact movement for 60 minutes, as well as accept a physical liability waiver agreement. The class is free for members, and donations are welcome.
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Each member presents and leads the discussion of their nominated/selected book. Books on the 2024 Reading List include both contemporary and historical fiction, memoirs and history.
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.