Attention 

Monday April 21 

Brock House is open

There will be no travel talk, nor session for acrylic painting, but the House operation hours, bistro, and the rest of the programs remain as scheduled. 

Harrison Tulip Festival 

Last week to register!

Let 10 million tulips and a 2.5 acre show garden take your breath away! Enjoy a delicious lunch at River’s Edge Restaurant and a visit to Golden Ears Cheesecraftersto enjoy our first spring tour.

Thursday, May 1. 8am to 5:20pm. $119 Members and member’s guests. Registration required.

Donations 

Library

The Library Committee is gathering book donations for the Summer Fair. They accept:

• Fiction (preferably no more than 5 years since publication);

• Mysteries (preferably no more than 5 years since publication);

• Non-fiction: biographies and history only.

• Paperbacks are preferred.

Please note they take no more than 10 books at a time, delivered in person to the Library, and they do not accept boxes of books at any time.
To donate, email Nadine Baldwin nbaldwin@telus.net or Barbara Holder at bholder@telus.net.

Programs Update

Computer Help 

Volunteers from the Computer Help group are ready to take on inquiries related to your devices. To ask for support and schedule an appointment, send an email to computer.help@bhsociety.ca describing the issue with your device, and they will get back to you to schedule an appointment. 

Mondays, 1 to 3 pm. Meeting Room. By appointment. Free. 

Tuesday Lecture, Apr 22

Bats in Southern BC (Danielle Dagenais)

Danielle Dagenais, Regional Bat Coordinator, Metro Vancouver, Community Bat Program, will be in-person in the Halpern Room.

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 at lecture.discussions@bhsociety.ca

Tuesdays, 10:30 to 11:30 am. Halpern Room and on Zoom. Free. Drop-in. 

Wednesday Discussion, Apr 23

Hot Newsworthy Topics 

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

Talks that Change Minds, Apr 24

(Formerly called Bob Haxton Discussion Series)

Welcome back! Discover and discuss ideas that could alter your understanding of yourself and society. Each week, we’ll watch some YouTube videos on a stimulating subject, then share our thoughts about it. This week's topic is: 

Thinking the solutions

 

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

Friday Flicks, Apr 25

Days of Heaven (1978)

In 1916, two seasonal farm labourers travel to a vast Texas farm and devise a plan to get rich by tricking the young, wealthy owner. The film has received universal acclaim as one of the most visually arresting films ever made. Filmed in Alberta. Score by Ennio Morricone. (94 mins)

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

Post-impressionism 

In person & on zoom

Join us for a fascinating 6-week journey through one of the most exciting periods in art history! The course begins with the often-overlooked women of Impressionism—Bonheur, Cassatt, Morisot, and Gonzales—before exploring the styles of Post-Impressionism. Each week features a deep dive into artists such as Cézanne, Seurat, Picasso, Van Gogh, and Matisse. Discover how these visionaries reshaped the art world with techniques like Pointillism, Cubism, and Fauvism. All levels welcome!

Fridays starting May 9. 10:00 am to noon. Halpern Room or virtual. 6 sessions. $132 Members $198 Non-members. Registration required.

The Story of The Rolling Stones

In person & on zoom

join us for a journey from the early days of the British Invasion to the Rolling Stones’ legendary status today. In this engaging course, we’ll trace the band’s journey—from their bluesy roots and rebellious image to their nearly 400-song catalog and 30+ hit albums. Discover what made the Stones the greatest rock and roll band in history—and how they’re still going strong in their 80s!

Mondays, starting May 12. 1:00 to 3 pm. Halpern Room or virtual. 6 sessions. $1-2 Members $198 Non-members. Registration required.

Hearing Clinic

Book a free 15-minute hearing screening test with audiologist Dr. Katarina It  detects changes in your hearing that could affect your ability to communicate, your mental health, and your quality of life. The available spots are: 

April 28 (few spots left!)

2:30 pm                

2:45 pm                  

3:00 pm

May 8 

1:45 pm                 2:30 pm                3:15 pm

2:00 pm                 2:45 pm  

2:15 pm                 3:00 pm                 

Social Activities

Chinese Cultural Week

Chinese Tea Ceremony

Join us for a demonstration of Chinese tea making led by Qian Wu, and immerse yourself into this rich culture with a cup of tea (or even better, two) and a snack. Qian will be accompanied by translator Peter Zhang.

Tuesday, April 22. 1 to 2:30 pm, or 2:30 to 4pm. Halpern Room. $5 Members. Registration required.

Celebrate Tai Chi World Day with a workshop by Kelly Maclean

This art improves posture and body alignment through muscular strength and flexibility. It has become interesting for researchers and practitioners for improving balance and heart health, boosting confidence, and reducing stress, but it also has mental benefits. This practice is recognized as one of the most powerful ways to improve both physical, and mental health.
Everyone can benefit – no matter your age or fitness level.  It’s the tried-and-true practice of athletes and the elderly!
Reference: An Introduction to Tai Chi by Harvard Medical School (special thanks to Barbara Selwood for sharing her love for tai chi)

Friday, April 25.  10:00 to 11:00 am. Halpern Room. Free. Registration required.

Volunteer Appreciation Day

Let us celebrate you—our incredible volunteers—whose time, energy, and heart help keep our community thriving. Just like voices in a choir, your efforts blend together in harmony to create something truly special at our center.

Enjoy refreshments, coffee, tea, and take part in a joyful performance by our very own Improv Choir—a perfect reminder of what we can accomplish when we come together.

Wednesday, April 30. 12:30 to 2:30 pm. Whittaker Conservatory. Free. Registration required. 

A Blooming Good Time

The Social Events Committee invites you to a Spring High Tea, with a flower-arranging celebration by Jessica of Quince Fine Floral, and music by Ken Burns. Sponsored by the George Halpern Trust Fund. Registration required.

But wait, there’s more! On the same day, the BH Gardeners will also be holding a plant sale from 11:30am to 4pm. The plant sale is public. No registration required. 

Friday, May 2. 1 to 3:00 pm. Whittaker Conservatory. $30 Members, $35 Members’ guests. Registration required. 

Calling all Theatre-lovers!

Play: Casey and Diana

This is the final reminder for the next theatre outing: “Casey and Diana” at the Stanley Alliance Theatre. Those interested should call Arts Club Box Office at: 604-687-1644(10am-6pm) or visit tickets.artsclub.com. 

Please email Jennifer at jennia2000@yahoo.com confirming your seat reservation & interest in a restaurant dinner or happy hour after the show.

Saturday May 10th. 2pm matinee. Stanley Alliance Theatre.

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.