Friday Update, September 27, 2024
Attention Please: Fall Stat Holidays | Bistro Closed Oct 3 | Call for volunteers
Activities Update: Romantic Wines | Tues. lectures | Jazz Band | Table Tennis | Sing along | BH Orchestra
Upcoming Events: Volunteer Appreciation Day
Miscellanea: Friendly place | Quick web tip | Submissions
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Attention Please
Brock House closed for fall holidays
When the House is closed, all in-house activities are cancelled, but please note that the Monday Sept 30 Travel Series presentation, Western & Northern Australia, will run on Zoom.
Bistro hours
Closed on October 3
The Bistro will be closed on Thursday October 3 due to the Volunteer Appreciation Day. There will be no meals or baked goods, as we will be celebrating our volunteers during the Bistro’s regular hours.
Call for Volunteers
Computer Drop-In
If you’re a skilled user of computers or iPhone or Android devices, the convenors of the BHS Computer Drop-In could use your help. They’re looking for regular volunteers to help answer members’ questions about their devices and updates. Contact Brian or David at bluchak@gmail.com, or daihard@shaw.ca.
Mondays, 1 to 3 pm. Computer Room. Drop-in. No registration required.
Holiday Craft Store
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help sell the beautiful handmade products created by our talented knitters and needle crafters. Join us in celebrating creativity and community as you help customers find the perfect holiday gift. If you’d like to help, please contact joanna2662@gmail.com.
Activities Update
Romantic Wines of the World
Starts this Thursday, Oct 3!
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Explore the world’s most enchanting wines in this five-session interactive lecture, discussion, and tasting series. We will taste three or four wines each week, and learn about winemaking and the art of pairing wines with foods. Whether you're a novice or a connoisseur, this course will deepen your appreciation of wine.
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Thursday, Oct 3 to 31, 2 to 3 pm. Halpern Room. $150 for members; $170 for non-members. 5 sessions. Registration required.
Upcoming Tuesday Lecture
October 1: What makes Good Art Good? Presented by Anthony Meyers, Philosophy, UBC.
To receive a weekly email reminder and Zoom link for upcoming Tuesday Lectures, contact Allan or Mike at bhstuesdaylectureseries@gmail.com. Please include your membership number.
Tuesdays, 10:30 to 11:30 am. Live in the Halpern Room and on Zoom. Free. Registration not required.
Brock House Jazz Band
Off-site for two weeks
The Jazz Band will be off-site on October 2 and 9, but will be back rehearsing at Brock House by October 16.
October 16, 1 to 3 pm. Halpern Room. Free.
Table Tennis
Drop in for a friendly game of table tennis with fellow members. For more information, email Lisa Smith at manxfam@gmail.com.
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 12:30 to 3 pm. Activity Room. Free. No registration or sign-up required.
Sing-Along for fall
New Start Day
Our Sing-Along group will start on Monday October 7. There will be no Sing-Along until then. Mondays starting October 7, 1:30 to 3:50pm. Conservatory. Free.
Upcoming Events
Volunteer Appreciation Day
Have you volunteered your time at Brock House during the past year? If so, we warmly invite you to join us in celebrating your dedication and hard work! This event is our way of expressing our heartfelt gratitude for your invaluable contributions. Spots are limited, so register as soon as possible, especially if you missed last year’s appreciation day.
Thursday, Oct 3, 10:30 to 1 pm. Free. Registration required.
Miscellanea
A friendly place to be
We can all make sure that everyone who comes to Brock House feels included. If you notice someone who seems a bit lost or lonely, please take a moment to greet them. A small gesture can make a big difference in helping new members feel comfortable.
Website quick tip: How to log in
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Go to the BHS home page and click on Member Login:
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Enter your username and password.
Then click Login.
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If you don’t know your username and/or password, click the button “Forgot My Username/Password.”
In the box that pops up, enter your email address and first name. The BHS office will send you your username and password.
Friday Update submissions
Submissions for the Friday Update must be received by noon of the Wednesday preceding publication. Content may be edited for brevity, clarity, and accordance with BHS Style Guides. Send submissions to communications@bhsociety.ca.