Attention 

Brock House Town Hall: Mar 18 & 20

Curious about Brock House revenues and expenses? Membership fees? The cost of staffing, parking access, or the Bistro? Then you’ll want to come to the Brock House Town Hall, on Mar 18 or 20 for an open dialogue with The Board and Executive Director. We’ll answer your questions and you can give us your ideas.  

Get the conversation started in advance by writing your questions on the poster board that’s been put up in the lobby. Meanwhile, be sure to read “The Cost of Living for Brock House” by Barry Shell in the March Gallimaufry (page 8). It’s a revelatory article full of behind-the-scenes stories about the joys and sorrows of running what Barry affectionately calls "this old house."

Tuesday and Thursday, March 18 & 20, 4:00 to 5:30 pm. Whittaker Conservatory. Free. Drop-in.

Brock House Closed on Thursday March 27

BC Hydro has announced a power outage on Thursday March 27. The House will be closed and the following activities will be cancelled:

Music in the Month of March 

Computer Help Group

The convenors of the group are experiencing a backlog. If you have reached out in the last couple of weeks, the computer help volunteers will get back to you during the following week to schedule an appointment. 

Our members are eager to improve their skills using laptops, android, and apple devices, so we are calling for those who have experience with said tech devices to join the team and assist our members. Email anapaula@bhsociety.ca if you are interested in volunteering with this group. 

Job Postings

Communications & Administrative Coordinator

We want to expand our staff team and hire a Communications and Administrative Coordinator. If you know of a qualified candidate who might be interested in the role, please share the job posting and encourage them to become part of our community. 

Part-time Cook 

We are looking for a part-time cook to make hot and frozen meals on Mondays and Fridays. If you know someone who might be interested in this position, please ask them to reach out to eda@bhsociety.ca for more information.

Programs Update

Monday Travel Talk, Mar 17

Athens to Istanbul and Back (Jim Leggot on Zoom)

The travel presentation starts at 10:30, but members are welcome to join the zoom meeting at 10 am to get to meet the group. 

Mondays, 10:30 to noon. Halpern Room and on Zoom. Free. Drop-in. To be part of the Travel Talk mailing list, please contact brock.house.point.grey@gmail.com.

Gravity: Don’t Let It Get You Down! Mar 17

Now available via Zoom

Due to high demand, the presentation by Melanie Galloway on reducing the risk of injury from falls will be also available via Zoom. If you are already registered for the in-person session but would prefer to watch it on Zoom, please cancel your in-person registration and register for the Zoom version instead. 

Monday, 1 to 2 pm. Halpern Room & Via Zoom. Registration required. Free

Tuesday Lecture, Mar 18

Travel since COVID: How the games have changed

Presented by Liz Flemming

Tuesdays, 10:30 to 11:30 am. Live in the Halpern room and on Zoom. Free. To receive a weekly email reminder and zoom link, contact Allan or Mike at bhtuesdaylectures@gmail.com. 

Wednesday Discussion, Mar 19

Are authoritarian leaders who hijacked their countries increasing in numbers?

Wednesdays, 10:30 am to noon. Halpern Room. Free. Drop-in.

A talk with Artistic Director Sarah Rogers, Mar 20

United Players of Vancouver Theatre Company brings Sarah Rogers back to Brock House to tell us about the two final shows of the Jericho Arts Centre season: “Home Deliveries” by Catherine Leger, directed by Diane Brown; and “An Ideal Husband” by Oscar Wilde, directed by Moya O'Connell with Amber Lewis. 

Thursday March 20, 10:30 to noon. Halpern Room. Registration required. Free. 

Thursday Artist Group, Mar 20

You asked for it, you got it: a second Artists Group. This new Thursday group is in addition to the continuing Friday Artists Group. Bring your own drawing tools and acrylics, watercolors, or gouache (no oil paints or large canvases, please). All levels from beginners to experienced are welcome. No instruction. For more information, email artists@bhsociety.ca, or phone Lyz at 779-937-4951 or Beverly at 604-616-1790.

Thursdays, 1 to 3 pm. Art Room. Free. Drop-in. 

Friday Flicks, Mar 21

Anatomy of a Fall

A man is found dead in the snow beside the chalet where he, his wife, and their 11-year-old son live their secluded life in the remote French Alps. The  man’s death is presumed to be a murder. His wife is the main suspect. (2 h 32 mins)

Friday, 1:00 pm. Halpern Room. Drop-in. 

Social Activities

Raise the Stage Theatre Outings

“Home Deliveries” by Catherine  Léger, directed by Diane Brown

Theatre-lovers, our next outing is planned for March 29 at 2:00 pm. For reservations, phone 604-224-8007 Ext. 2, and email Jennifer at jennia2000@yahoo.com, who will send you an email with information about group seating and the location of our post-show happy hour or dinner.

Our next show will be “Casey & Diana,” playing at the Stanley Alliance Theatre on May 10 at 2:00 pm. Early reservation advised.

Miscellanea

Book your next private event at Brock House

Planning a wedding? A retirement party? A birthday bash? A celebration of life? A family gathering? There’s no better venue than Brock House, who in partnership with Peake Catering+Events will ensure your event will be sensational. What’s more, you’ll be supporting BHS!

For inquiries and quotes, email elise@peakeofcatering.com. 

The Friday Update 

The Friday Update is a weekly email newsletter providing you with practical information about upcoming BHS activities. Your submissions are welcome. Send them to communications@bhsociety.ca by noon of the Wednesday preceding publication. Content may be edited for brevity and clarity. Previous issues of the Friday Update can be found in our Friday Update Archive.