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February, 2026

Monday
2
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
9:15 AM
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Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Monday
2
Begg Room
9:15 AM
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Less Info
This yoga program for seniors is a basic-level hatha class and will include modifications and adjustments to help you feel comfortable and stable in your practice. All levels are welcome Instructor: Cheryl Prophet and sub from Into Yoga
Monday
2
Whittaker Conservatory
9:15 AM
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A fun way to stay fit. Follow choreographed dance steps to the music of the 50s and 60s. Instructor: Lena Morissette.
Monday
2
Art Room
9:30 AM
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Using just a few simple techniques you will get a better understanding of how watercolour works! Instructor: Susan Pearson
Monday
2
Meyer Room
9:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
Members of this group knit, crochet and stitch handcrafted items to sell at the Brock House Fair.
Monday
2
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Monday
2
Halpern Room
10:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
Contact Rose Taylor at monday.travel@bhsociety.ca if you‘d like to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
Monday
2
Begg Room
11:30 AM
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Dr. Dodek will give an informal and interactive presentation about healthy aging in our current era, and about how to remain active, engaged, and meaningfully involved throughout retirement.
Monday
2
11:45 AM
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For people with a low-intermediate to intermediate level who want to improve or refresh their skills. Instructor: Agnes
Monday
2
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
Monday
2
Art Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
This ten-week course is for students of all skill levels wanting to paint with acrylics. Instructor: Georgia Youngs
Monday
2
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Less Info
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Monday
2
Meeting Room
1:00 PM
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Do you need help with your computer, smartphone or tablet? Please email computer.help@bhsociety.ca with your name, phone number, type of device and a description of your problem. The sessions are first come, first serve.
Monday
2
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
As we explore the music of the 60s, we’ll ask whether art–in this case music–changes society or merely reflects it. Instructor: John Mitchell
Monday
2
Meyer room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
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.
Monday
2
Westside of the Whittaker Conservatory
1:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Canasta is a card game intended for 2 to 6 players. It is social and easily learned.
Monday
2
Begg room
1:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Leave your worries on the doorstep, and come on over to the sunny side. Drop in anytime on this friendly, encouraging group – you’re sure to have fun and feel good.
Tuesday
3
Whittaker Conservatory
8:45 AM
More Info
Less Info
Come ready to sweat, and leave feeling strong and empowered. We focus on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Tuesday
3
Begg room
9:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
In this gentle but effective class, you’ll learn the basics of Pilates in a progressive and supportive environment. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
3
Art Room
9:30 AM
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Less Info
We create original jewelry for personal use and to sell at the Brock House Fairs.
Tuesday
3
Activity Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
This class is a mix of standing and chair-based exercise programs that integrate all components of physical fitness. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Tuesday
3
Begg Room
10:15 AM
More Info
Less Info
This class, designed for seniors, will help you improve your strength, balance, concentration, and flexibility, with gentle stretches, breath
awareness, and strengthening exercises all done while comfortably seated. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
3
Billiard Room
10:30 AM
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Less Info
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Tuesday
3
Halpern Room
10:30 AM
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Full title: The Geological Shaping of the Salish Sea—Tectonic Plates, Ice Ages and Rivers. Speaker: Dr. Bob Turner, Geologist. Dr. Turner will be presenting in the Halpern Room. To receive a weekly email reminder and Zoom instructions, contact Allan Strain at lecture.discussions@bhsociety.ca. Please include your membership number.
Tuesday
3
Meyer Room
11:00 AM
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Do you already have a basic understanding of Italian? Want to practice your intermediate Italian without expectations of perfect grammar and pronunciation? Join us for casual, social Italian conversation. Instructor: Wojciech Ostrowski.
Tuesday
3
Begg room
11:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
This class focuses on improving your balance and building your ankle, knee and hip strength. Instructor Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
3
Art Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
This ten-week course is for students of all skill levels wanting to paint with acrylics. Instructor: Georgia Youngs
Tuesday
3
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Tuesday
3
Sun Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
For beginners who want to practice basic Italian conversation with others who are learning the essentials of grammar and pronunciation. Instructor: Wojciech Ostrowski.
Tuesday
3
Halpern Room
1:30 PM
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An eight-week workshop to build your voice, confidence, and performance skills—no singing experience needed. Led by Jan Cooper, a top Canadian vocal coach. If you can speak, you can sing!
Tuesday
3
Oak Room
4:30 PM
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Enjoy a casual hour or so of chatting, unwinding, and meeting others right here in the Brock House Oak Room. Bring a guest, bring a neighbour, bring a friend. Snacks, refreshments, and drinks will be available.
Wednesday
4
Begg Room
8:45 AM
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A gentle, slow-paced yoga class suitable for beginners, those with limited mobility or balance issues, and experienced practitioners. Sessions include seated poses, standing poses (with optional chair support), and relaxation while lying down. The class promotes strength, mobility, balance, and overall well-being. Please bring a yoga mat. Instructor: Cheryl Prophet with a sub from Into Yoga
Wednesday
4
Halpern Room
9:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
A fun way to stay fit. Follow choreographed dance steps to the music of the 50s and 60s. Instructor: Lena Morissette.
Wednesday
4
Activity Room
9:15 AM
More Info
Less Info
A moderate-to-challenging 60-minute class with cardio, strength, stretching and other components. Instructor: Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
4
Brock House Society - Front
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Join us for a pleasant one-hour walk starting in front of Brock House, followed by tea or coffee.
Wednesday
4
Art Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
Wednesday
4
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Wednesday
4
Begg Room
10:30 AM
Wednesday
4
Meyer room
10:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
There are no prerequisites for joining other than an interest in and love of cryptic crosswords. We kindly ask members to Contact Chris at chrspncr@gmail.com. if they plan to attend so we can prepare enough copies for everyone.
Wednesday
4
Halpern Room
10:30 AM
Wednesday
4
Activity Room
10:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
This 75-minute mostly moderate to gentle-level class can be adapted to suit a variety of levels and physical limitations. Instructor Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
4
Games Room
11:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Join fellow members, share inspiration, and support one another in completing your textile and stitching projects. Convened by Lesley MacDougall.
Wednesday
4
Meyer Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Provides participants with an opportunity to practice speaking in French in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Instructor: Marlene Karnouk
Wednesday
4
Art Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Enjoy an afternoon playing Mahjong Hong Kong style.
Wednesday
4
Activity Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Wednesday
4
Begg Room
1:00 PM
Wednesday
4
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
1:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Thursday
5
Whittaker Conservatory
8:45 AM
More Info
Less Info
Known as the “simplified Yang style,” this short form is suitable for beginners. Instructor: Kelly Maclean
Thursday
5
Begg Room
9:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Meditative Stretch is a form of restorative yoga that offers a soothing blend of gentle stretches and guided meditation designed to promote healing, relaxation, and deep inner connection. Instructor: Hanne Vieira
Thursday
5
Begg room
9:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
In this gentle but effective class, you’ll learn the basics of Pilates in a progressive and supportive environment. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Thursday
5
Meyer Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
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. The group is currently full.
Thursday
5
Sun Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Focus on listening and speaking skills for everyday situations and conversations, and on some basic aspects of grammar. Instructor: Sìne NicEoghainn (Jane McEwan).
Thursday
5
Games Room
10:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
Enjoy a morning playing Mahjong Hong Kong style.
Thursday
5
Art Room
10:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
A one-hour roundtable for members to ask questions, learn about BHS, and give their ideas and suggestions to BHS leaders.
Thursday
5
Begg Room
12:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
Sign up in person starts at 10:45 am on the day of play. Kindly note that you must come with a partner, and that there will be no seating after 12 noon. Note also that we are limited to a maximum of ten tables.
Thursday
5
Art Room
12:00 PM
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Come learn about Chinese Calligraphy and have a chance to try it and bring some Fai Chun (Chinese New Year banners) home. Instructor: Yu Wen Chen
Thursday
5
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
Thursday
5
Activity Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Fun, Fitness & Music! This ongoing group learns and practices line dance routines with instructor Vivian Lau.
Thursday
5
Whittaker Conservatory
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Scrabble is a lot of fun and members who love to play have organized this weekly gathering.
Thursday
5
Art Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
Drop in to work on your own art project in any medium.
Thursday
5
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Thursday
5
Brock House Workshop
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
The woodworkers are offering an introductory class for novices to learn the fundamentals of woodworking and for more advanced woodworkers who wish to refresh their skills. Several Brock House woodworkers will mentor students. Contact bhwworkers@gmail.com
Thursday
5
Sun Room
2:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
Convened by Eva Gersbach. This is a friendly, relaxed German conversation group for intermediate speakers.
Friday
6
Begg room
8:45 AM
More Info
Less Info
This class focuses on improving your balance and building your ankle, knee and hip strength. Instructor Hanne Vieira.
Friday
6
Whittaker Conservatory
8:45 AM
More Info
Less Info
Come ready to sweat, and leave feeling strong and empowered. We focus on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Friday
6
Art Room
9:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Drop in to work on your own art project in any medium.
Friday
6
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre
9:30 AM
Friday
6
Begg room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
In this gentle but effective class, you’ll learn the basics of Pilates in a progressive and supportive environment. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Friday
6
Meyer room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
An opportunity for writers to meet, discuss and critique each others’ work-in-progress.
Friday
6
Halpern Room
11:00 AM
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Led by Ivy Clark. This is an invitation to an ancient, essential practice: wholehearted listening.
Friday
6
Begg Room
11:20 AM
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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.
Friday
6
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Friday
6
Activity Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Friday
6
Begg Room - 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of every month.
Art Room - 2nd and 4th Friday of every mont
12:30 PM
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Less Info
Enjoy and afternoon of bridge - singles welcome.
Friday
6
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
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Meets weekly for coffee and friendly conversation. For people who are fluent in French. Participation is free but donations to Brock House are welcome. A bientôt! Kindly note that you must sign up to attend:
contact Sheila at sresels@gmail.com.
Friday
6
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
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The struggles of a well-to-do family after one of their sons dies in an accident. Starring Donald Sutherland and Mary Tyler Moore. The first movie directed by Robert Redford. (1980 / US / 2 hr 04 min)
Saturday
7
Off-site
9:00 AM
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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.
Monday
9
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
9:15 AM
More Info
Less Info
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Monday
9
Begg Room
9:15 AM
More Info
Less Info
This yoga program for seniors is a basic-level hatha class and will include modifications and adjustments to help you feel comfortable and stable in your practice. All levels are welcome Instructor: Cheryl Prophet and sub from Into Yoga
Monday
9
Art Room
9:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
Using just a few simple techniques you will get a better understanding of how watercolour works! Instructor: Susan Pearson
Monday
9
Meyer Room
9:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
Members of this group knit, crochet and stitch handcrafted items to sell at the Brock House Fair.
Monday
9
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Monday
9
On Zoom with projection in the Halpern Room
10:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
Contact Rose Taylor at monday.travel@bhsociety.ca if you‘d like to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
Monday
9
11:45 AM
More Info
Less Info
For people with a low-intermediate to intermediate level who want to improve or refresh their skills. Instructor: Agnes
Monday
9
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
Monday
9
Art Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
This ten-week course is for students of all skill levels wanting to paint with acrylics. Instructor: Georgia Youngs
Monday
9
Activity Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Monday
9
Meeting Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
Do you need help with your computer, smartphone or tablet? Please email computer.help@bhsociety.ca with your name, phone number, type of device and a description of your problem. The sessions are first come, first serve.
Monday
9
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
As we explore the music of the 60s, we’ll ask whether art–in this case music–changes society or merely reflects it. Instructor: John Mitchell
Monday
9
Meyer room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
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.
Monday
9
Begg room
1:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Leave your worries on the doorstep, and come on over to the sunny side. Drop in anytime on this friendly, encouraging group – you’re sure to have fun and feel good.
Monday
9
Westside of the Whittaker Conservatory
1:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Canasta is a card game intended for 2 to 6 players. It is social and easily learned.
Tuesday
10
Whittaker Conservatory
8:45 AM
More Info
Less Info
Come ready to sweat, and leave feeling strong and empowered. We focus on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Tuesday
10
Begg room
9:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
In this gentle but effective class, you’ll learn the basics of Pilates in a progressive and supportive environment. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
10
Art Room
9:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
We create original jewelry for personal use and to sell at the Brock House Fairs.
Tuesday
10
Games Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Led by Ivy Clark. Join Ivy for a guided, in-person circle offering safe space, empathy, and support through grief.
Tuesday
10
Activity Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
This class is a mix of standing and chair-based exercise programs that integrate all components of physical fitness. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Tuesday
10
Begg Room
10:15 AM
More Info
Less Info
This class, designed for seniors, will help you improve your strength, balance, concentration, and flexibility, with gentle stretches, breath
awareness, and strengthening exercises all done while comfortably seated. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
10
Halpern Room
10:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
Full title: On Book Banning: How the Censorship Consensus Trivializes Art and Undermines Democracy. Speaker: Dr. Ira Wells, President of PEN Canada, Author and Academic Programs Director, Victoria College, U of T. Dr. Wells will be presenting on Zoom with a projection in the Halpern Room. To receive a weekly email reminder and Zoom instructions, contact Allan Strain at lecture.discussions@bhsociety.ca. Please include your membership number.
Tuesday
10
Billiard Room
10:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Tuesday
10
Meyer Room
11:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Do you already have a basic understanding of Italian? Want to practice your intermediate Italian without expectations of perfect grammar and pronunciation? Join us for casual, social Italian conversation. Instructor: Wojciech Ostrowski.
Tuesday
10
Begg room
11:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
This class focuses on improving your balance and building your ankle, knee and hip strength. Instructor Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
10
Art Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
This ten-week course is for students of all skill levels wanting to paint with acrylics. Instructor: Georgia Youngs
Tuesday
10
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
Come listen to Ruth Derksen talk about her book: Don’t Send Your Daughters to the City: Mennonite Maids in Vancouver
Tuesday
10
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Tuesday
10
Sun Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
For beginners who want to practice basic Italian conversation with others who are learning the essentials of grammar and pronunciation. Instructor: Wojciech Ostrowski.
Wednesday
11
Begg Room
8:45 AM
More Info
Less Info
A gentle, slow-paced yoga class suitable for beginners, those with limited mobility or balance issues, and experienced practitioners. Sessions include seated poses, standing poses (with optional chair support), and relaxation while lying down. The class promotes strength, mobility, balance, and overall well-being. Please bring a yoga mat. Instructor: Cheryl Prophet with a sub from Into Yoga
Wednesday
11
Activity Room
9:15 AM
More Info
Less Info
A moderate-to-challenging 60-minute class with cardio, strength, stretching and other components. Instructor: Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
11
Art Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
Wednesday
11
Brock House Society - Front
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Join us for a pleasant one-hour walk starting in front of Brock House, followed by tea or coffee.
Wednesday
11
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Wednesday
11
Begg Room
10:30 AM
Wednesday
11
Meyer room
10:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
There are no prerequisites for joining other than an interest in and love of cryptic crosswords. We kindly ask members to Contact Chris at chrspncr@gmail.com. if they plan to attend so we can prepare enough copies for everyone.
Wednesday
11
Halpern Room
10:30 AM
Wednesday
11
Activity Room
10:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
This 75-minute mostly moderate to gentle-level class can be adapted to suit a variety of levels and physical limitations. Instructor Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
11
Games Room
11:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Join fellow members, share inspiration, and support one another in completing your textile and stitching projects. Convened by Lesley MacDougall.
Wednesday
11
Meyer Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Provides participants with an opportunity to practice speaking in French in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Instructor: Marlene Karnouk
Wednesday
11
Art Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Enjoy an afternoon playing Mahjong Hong Kong style.
Wednesday
11
Activity Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Wednesday
11
Begg Room
1:00 PM
Wednesday
11
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
1:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Thursday
12
Whittaker Conservatory
8:45 AM
More Info
Less Info
Known as the “simplified Yang style,” this short form is suitable for beginners. Instructor: Kelly Maclean
Thursday
12
Begg Room
9:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Meditative Stretch is a form of restorative yoga that offers a soothing blend of gentle stretches and guided meditation designed to promote healing, relaxation, and deep inner connection. Instructor: Hanne Vieira
Thursday
12
Begg room
9:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
In this gentle but effective class, you’ll learn the basics of Pilates in a progressive and supportive environment. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Thursday
12
Sun Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Focus on listening and speaking skills for everyday situations and conversations, and on some basic aspects of grammar. Instructor: Sìne NicEoghainn (Jane McEwan).
Thursday
12
Games room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
The club is currently full, please put your name on the waitlist.
Thursday
12
Art Room
10:00 AM
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This fun, easy class is designed for beginners. Instructor Paula Vander will guide you step-by-step through warm-up exercises to help you overcome the classic enemies of creativity—fear of the blank page and perfectionism.
Thursday
12
Meyer Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
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. The group is currently full.
Thursday
12
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
Thursday
12
Begg Room
12:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
Sign up in person starts at 10:45 am on the day of play. Kindly note that you must come with a partner, and that there will be no seating after 12 noon. Note also that we are limited to a maximum of ten tables.
Thursday
12
Activity Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Fun, Fitness & Music! This ongoing group learns and practices line dance routines with instructor Vivian Lau.
Thursday
12
Halpern Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Instructor: Rhodri Windsor Liscombe. These talks invite you to look more closely at the buildings around us, from First Nations traditions to colonial settlements to today’s innovative designs.
Thursday
12
Whittaker Conservatory
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Scrabble is a lot of fun and members who love to play have organized this weekly gathering.
Thursday
12
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Thursday
12
Brock House Workshop
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
The woodworkers are offering an introductory class for novices to learn the fundamentals of woodworking and for more advanced woodworkers who wish to refresh their skills. Several Brock House woodworkers will mentor students. Contact bhwworkers@gmail.com
Thursday
12
Art Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
Drop in to work on your own art project in any medium.
Thursday
12
Sun Room
2:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
Convened by Eva Gersbach. This is a friendly, relaxed German conversation group for intermediate speakers.
Friday
13
Begg room
8:45 AM
More Info
Less Info
This class focuses on improving your balance and building your ankle, knee and hip strength. Instructor Hanne Vieira.
Friday
13
Whittaker Conservatory
8:45 AM
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Come ready to sweat, and leave feeling strong and empowered. We focus on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Friday
13
Art Room
9:00 AM
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Drop in to work on your own art project in any medium.
Friday
13
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre
9:30 AM
Friday
13
Begg room
10:00 AM
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In this gentle but effective class, you’ll learn the basics of Pilates in a progressive and supportive environment. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Friday
13
Meyer room
10:00 AM
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An opportunity for writers to meet, discuss and critique each others’ work-in-progress.
Friday
13
Halpern Room
11:00 AM
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Explore the beauty and depth of classical music through lively pre-concert talks that offer insight into works performed live in Vancouver, their composers, and related pieces. Instructor: Matt Stapleton
Friday
13
Begg Room
11:20 AM
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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.
Friday
13
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
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Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Friday
13
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Friday
13
Begg Room - 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of every month.
Art Room - 2nd and 4th Friday of every mont
12:30 PM
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Enjoy and afternoon of bridge - singles welcome.
Friday
13
Begg Room
1:00 PM
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This is a fun drop-in group for anyone who likes to sing or play an eclectic array of songs. Bring your voice and instruments. Every 2nd and 4th Friday.
Friday
13
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
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Meets weekly for coffee and friendly conversation. For people who are fluent in French. Participation is free but donations to Brock House are welcome. A bientôt! Kindly note that you must sign up to attend:
contact Sheila at sresels@gmail.com.
Friday
13
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
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A stirring and beautiful story about people whose lives become interconnected. Close bonds develop between a judge (Jean-Louis Trintignant) and a model (Irène Jacob), who seem to have little in common. (1994 / France, Poland, Switzerland / 1 hr 39 min)
Saturday
14
Off-site
9:00 AM
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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.
Monday
16
9:00 AM
Monday
16
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
9:15 AM
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Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Monday
16
10:30 AM
Monday
16
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Monday
16
Begg room
1:30 PM
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Leave your worries on the doorstep, and come on over to the sunny side. Drop in anytime on this friendly, encouraging group – you’re sure to have fun and feel good.
Tuesday
17
Whittaker Conservatory
8:45 AM
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Come ready to sweat, and leave feeling strong and empowered. We focus on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Tuesday
17
Begg room
9:00 AM
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In this gentle but effective class, you’ll learn the basics of Pilates in a progressive and supportive environment. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
17
Art Room
9:30 AM
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We create original jewelry for personal use and to sell at the Brock House Fairs.
Tuesday
17
Games Room
10:00 AM
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Led by Ivy Clark. Join Ivy for a guided, in-person circle offering safe space, empathy, and support through grief.
Tuesday
17
Activity Room
10:00 AM
More Info
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This class is a mix of standing and chair-based exercise programs that integrate all components of physical fitness. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Tuesday
17
Begg Room
10:15 AM
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This class, designed for seniors, will help you improve your strength, balance, concentration, and flexibility, with gentle stretches, breath
awareness, and strengthening exercises all done while comfortably seated. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
17
Billiard Room
10:30 AM
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Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Tuesday
17
Halpern Room
10:30 AM
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Celebrate Lunar New Year with us and learn about Traditional Chinese Medicine! Stay for a Chinese lunch at the bistro after. Speaker: Dr. Rong-Gang Li, Founder, UTCM Acupuncture Research and Education College. Dr. Li will be delivering the talk in the Halpern Room. To receive a weekly email reminder and Zoom instructions, contact Allan Strain at lecture.discussions@bhsociety.ca. Please include your membership number.
Tuesday
17
Meyer Room
11:00 AM
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Do you already have a basic understanding of Italian? Want to practice your intermediate Italian without expectations of perfect grammar and pronunciation? Join us for casual, social Italian conversation. Instructor: Wojciech Ostrowski.
Tuesday
17
Begg room
11:30 AM
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This class focuses on improving your balance and building your ankle, knee and hip strength. Instructor Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
17
Art Room
12:30 PM
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This ten-week course is for students of all skill levels wanting to paint with acrylics. Instructor: Georgia Youngs
Tuesday
17
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
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All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Tuesday
17
Sun Room
1:00 PM
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For beginners who want to practice basic Italian conversation with others who are learning the essentials of grammar and pronunciation. Instructor: Wojciech Ostrowski.
Tuesday
17
Halpern Room
1:30 PM
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An eight-week workshop to build your voice, confidence, and performance skills—no singing experience needed. Led by Jan Cooper, a top Canadian vocal coach. If you can speak, you can sing!
Tuesday
17
Games room
1:30 PM
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The group is now full, please put your name on the waitlist.
Tuesday
17
Oak Room
4:30 PM
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Enjoy a casual hour or so of chatting, unwinding, and meeting others right here in the Brock House Oak Room. Bring a guest, bring a neighbour, bring a friend. Snacks, refreshments, and drinks will be available.
Wednesday
18
Begg Room
8:45 AM
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A gentle, slow-paced yoga class suitable for beginners, those with limited mobility or balance issues, and experienced practitioners. Sessions include seated poses, standing poses (with optional chair support), and relaxation while lying down. The class promotes strength, mobility, balance, and overall well-being. Please bring a yoga mat. Instructor: Cheryl Prophet with a sub from Into Yoga
Wednesday
18
Activity Room
9:15 AM
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A moderate-to-challenging 60-minute class with cardio, strength, stretching and other components. Instructor: Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
18
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
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Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Wednesday
18
Brock House Society - Front
10:00 AM
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Join us for a pleasant one-hour walk starting in front of Brock House, followed by tea or coffee.
Wednesday
18
Art Room
10:00 AM
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We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
Wednesday
18
Begg Room
10:30 AM
Wednesday
18
Meyer room
10:30 AM
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There are no prerequisites for joining other than an interest in and love of cryptic crosswords. We kindly ask members to Contact Chris at chrspncr@gmail.com. if they plan to attend so we can prepare enough copies for everyone.
Wednesday
18
Halpern Room
10:30 AM
Wednesday
18
Activity Room
10:30 AM
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This 75-minute mostly moderate to gentle-level class can be adapted to suit a variety of levels and physical limitations. Instructor Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
18
Games Room
11:00 AM
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Join fellow members, share inspiration, and support one another in completing your textile and stitching projects. Convened by Lesley MacDougall.
Wednesday
18
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Wednesday
18
Art Room
12:30 PM
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Enjoy an afternoon playing Mahjong Hong Kong style.
Wednesday
18
Meyer Room
12:30 PM
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Provides participants with an opportunity to practice speaking in French in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Instructor: Marlene Karnouk
Wednesday
18
Begg Room
1:00 PM
Wednesday
18
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
1:30 PM
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Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Wednesday
18
Whittaker Conservatory
1:30 PM
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No partners required!Jazz Band plays live dance music & digital dance during breaks, with dancing in the afternoons in the Whittaker Conservatory! Member and guests are welcome!
Thursday
19
Whittaker Conservatory
8:45 AM
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Known as the “simplified Yang style,” this short form is suitable for beginners. Instructor: Kelly Maclean
Thursday
19
Whittaker Conservatory
8:45 AM
More Info
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Known as the “simplified Yang style,” this short form is suitable for beginners. Instructor: Kelly Maclean
Thursday
19
Begg Room
9:00 AM
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Meditative Stretch (formerly called Mindful Flow) is a form of restorative yoga that offers a soothing blend of gentle stretches and guided meditation designed to promote healing, relaxation, and deep inner connection. Instructor: Hanne Vieira
Thursday
19
Begg room
9:00 AM
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In this gentle but effective class, you’ll learn the basics of Pilates in a progressive and supportive environment. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Thursday
19
Sun Room
10:00 AM
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Focus on listening and speaking skills for everyday situations and conversations, and on some basic aspects of grammar. Instructor: Sìne NicEoghainn (Jane McEwan).
Thursday
19
Art Room
10:00 AM
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This fun, easy class is designed for beginners. Instructor Paula Vander will guide you step-by-step through warm-up exercises to help you overcome the classic enemies of creativity—fear of the blank page and perfectionism.
Thursday
19
Meyer Room
10:00 AM
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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. The group is currently full.
Thursday
19
Games Room
10:30 AM
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Enjoy a morning playing Mahjong Hong Kong style.
Thursday
19
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
Thursday
19
Begg Room
12:00 PM
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Sign up in person starts at 10:45 am on the day of play. Kindly note that you must come with a partner, and that there will be no seating after 12 noon. Note also that we are limited to a maximum of ten tables.
Thursday
19
Whittaker Conservatory
12:30 PM
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Scrabble is a lot of fun and members who love to play have organized this weekly gathering.
Thursday
19
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Fun, Fitness & Music! This ongoing group learns and practices line dance routines with instructor Vivian Lau.
Thursday
19
Halpern Room
12:30 PM
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Instructor: Rhodri Windsor Liscombe. These talks invite you to look more closely at the buildings around us, from First Nations traditions to colonial settlements to today’s innovative designs.
Thursday
19
Brock House Workshop
1:00 PM
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The woodworkers are offering an introductory class for novices to learn the fundamentals of woodworking and for more advanced woodworkers who wish to refresh their skills. Several Brock House woodworkers will mentor students. Contact bhwworkers@gmail.com
Thursday
19
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
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All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Thursday
19
Art Room
1:00 PM
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Drop in to work on your own art project in any medium.
Thursday
19
Sun Room
2:00 PM
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Convened by Eva Gersbach. This is a friendly, relaxed German conversation group for intermediate speakers.
Friday
20
Begg room
8:45 AM
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This class focuses on improving your balance and building your ankle, knee and hip strength. Instructor Hanne Vieira.
Friday
20
Whittaker Conservatory
8:45 AM
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Come ready to sweat, and leave feeling strong and empowered. We focus on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Friday
20
Art Room
9:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Drop in to work on your own art project in any medium.
Friday
20
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre
9:30 AM
Friday
20
Begg room
10:00 AM
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In this gentle but effective class, you’ll learn the basics of Pilates in a progressive and supportive environment. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Friday
20
Meyer room
10:00 AM
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An opportunity for writers to meet, discuss and critique each others’ work-in-progress.
Friday
20
Begg Room
11:20 AM
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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.
Friday
20
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
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Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Friday
20
Begg Room - 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of every month.
Art Room - 2nd and 4th Friday of every mont
12:30 PM
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Enjoy and afternoon of bridge - singles welcome.
Friday
20
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Friday
20
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
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Meets weekly for coffee and friendly conversation. For people who are fluent in French. Participation is free but donations to Brock House are welcome. A bientôt! Kindly note that you must sign up to attend:
contact Sheila at sresels@gmail.com.
Friday
20
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
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A tense, immersive drama in which two astronauts struggle to survive after their space shuttle is damaged. The stunning cinematography conveys their isolation and fragility. Starring Sandra Bullock & George Clooney. (2013 / UK / 1 hr 31 min)
Saturday
21
Off-site
9:00 AM
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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.
Monday
23
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
9:15 AM
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Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Monday
23
Begg Room
9:15 AM
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This yoga program for seniors is a basic-level hatha class and will include modifications and adjustments to help you feel comfortable and stable in your practice. All levels are welcome Instructor: Cheryl Prophet with a sub from Into Yoga
Monday
23
Meyer Room
9:30 AM
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Members of this group knit, crochet and stitch handcrafted items to sell at the Brock House Fair.
Monday
23
Art Room
9:30 AM
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Using just a few simple techniques you will get a better understanding of how watercolour works! Instructor: Susan Pearson
Monday
23
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
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Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Monday
23
Begg room
10:30 AM
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This group welcomes all Library volunteers to participate in, please let Margaret know if you want to participate in.
Monday
23
On Zoom with projection in the Halpern Room
10:30 AM
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Contact Rose Taylor at monday.travel@bhsociety.ca if you‘d like to be added to the Zoom mailing list.
Monday
23
11:45 AM
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For people with a low-intermediate to intermediate level who want to improve or refresh their skills. Instructor: Agnes
Monday
23
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
Monday
23
Art Room
12:30 PM
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This ten-week course is for students of all skill levels wanting to paint with acrylics. Instructor: Georgia Youngs
Monday
23
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Monday
23
Meyer room
1:00 PM
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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.
Monday
23
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
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As we explore the music of the 60s, we’ll ask whether art–in this case music–changes society or merely reflects it. Instructor: John Mitchell
Monday
23
Meeting Room
1:00 PM
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Do you need help with your computer, smartphone or tablet? Please email computer.help@bhsociety.ca with your name, phone number, type of device and a description of your problem. The sessions are first come, first serve.
Monday
23
Westside of the Whittaker Conservatory
1:30 PM
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Canasta is a card game intended for 2 to 6 players. It is social and easily learned.
Monday
23
Begg room
1:30 PM
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Leave your worries on the doorstep, and come on over to the sunny side. Drop in anytime on this friendly, encouraging group – you’re sure to have fun and feel good.
Tuesday
24
Whittaker Conservatory
8:45 AM
More Info
Less Info
Come ready to sweat, and leave feeling strong and empowered. We focus on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Tuesday
24
Begg room
9:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
In this gentle but effective class, you’ll learn the basics of Pilates in a progressive and supportive environment. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
24
Art Room
9:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
We create original jewelry for personal use and to sell at the Brock House Fairs.
Tuesday
24
Games Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Led by Ivy Clark. Join Ivy for a guided, in-person circle offering safe space, empathy, and support through grief.
Tuesday
24
Activity Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
This class is a mix of standing and chair-based exercise programs that integrate all components of physical fitness. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Tuesday
24
Begg Room
10:15 AM
More Info
Less Info
This class, designed for seniors, will help you improve your strength, balance, concentration, and flexibility, with gentle stretches, breath
awareness, and strengthening exercises all done while comfortably seated. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
24
Billiard Room
10:30 AM
More Info
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Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Tuesday
24
Halpern Room
10:30 AM
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Speaker: Stephen Paetkau, Owner, Skookum Yacht Services, False Creek, Diver, Salvage, repair. Stephen will be presenting in the Halpern Room. To receive a weekly email reminder and Zoom instructions, contact Allan Strain at lecture.discussions@bhsociety.ca. Please include your membership number.
Tuesday
24
Meyer Room
11:00 AM
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Do you already have a basic understanding of Italian? Want to practice your intermediate Italian without expectations of perfect grammar and pronunciation? Join us for casual, social Italian conversation. Instructor: Wojciech Ostrowski.
Tuesday
24
Begg room
11:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
This class focuses on improving your balance and building your ankle, knee and hip strength. Instructor Hanne Vieira.
Tuesday
24
Art Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
This ten-week course is for students of all skill levels wanting to paint with acrylics. Instructor: Georgia Youngs
Tuesday
24
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Tuesday
24
Sun Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
For beginners who want to practice basic Italian conversation with others who are learning the essentials of grammar and pronunciation. Instructor: Wojciech Ostrowski.
Tuesday
24
Halpern Room
1:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
An eight-week workshop to build your voice, confidence, and performance skills—no singing experience needed. Led by Jan Cooper, a top Canadian vocal coach. If you can speak, you can sing!
Wednesday
25
Begg Room
8:45 AM
More Info
Less Info
A gentle, slow-paced yoga class suitable for beginners, those with limited mobility or balance issues, and experienced practitioners. Sessions include seated poses, standing poses (with optional chair support), and relaxation while lying down. The class promotes strength, mobility, balance, and overall well-being. Please bring a yoga mat. Instructor: Cheryl Prophet with a sub from Into Yoga
Wednesday
25
Activity Room
9:15 AM
More Info
Less Info
A moderate-to-challenging 60-minute class with cardio, strength, stretching and other components. Instructor: Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
25
Billiard Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Wednesday
25
Brock House Society - Front
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Join us for a pleasant one-hour walk starting in front of Brock House, followed by tea or coffee.
Wednesday
25
Art Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
We get together to make quality pieces for our own pleasure and to sell at Brock House fundraising events.
Wednesday
25
Begg Room
10:30 AM
Wednesday
25
Meyer room
10:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
There are no prerequisites for joining other than an interest in and love of cryptic crosswords. We kindly ask members to Contact Chris at chrspncr@gmail.com. if they plan to attend so we can prepare enough copies for everyone.
Wednesday
25
Halpern Room
10:30 AM
Wednesday
25
Activity Room
10:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
This 75-minute mostly moderate to gentle-level class can be adapted to suit a variety of levels and physical limitations. Instructor Kate Maliha.
Wednesday
25
Games Room
11:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Join fellow members, share inspiration, and support one another in completing your textile and stitching projects. Convened by Lesley MacDougall.
Wednesday
25
Meyer Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Provides participants with an opportunity to practice speaking in French in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Instructor: Marlene Karnouk
Wednesday
25
Art Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Enjoy an afternoon playing Mahjong Hong Kong style.
Wednesday
25
Activity Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Wednesday
25
Begg Room
1:00 PM
Wednesday
25
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, South Room
1:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Learn how to play the handbell. Off-site at Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, South Room.
Thursday
26
Whittaker Conservatory
8:45 AM
More Info
Less Info
Known as the “simplified Yang style,” this short form is suitable for beginners. Instructor: Kelly Maclean
Thursday
26
Whittaker Conservatory
8:45 AM
More Info
Less Info
Known as the “simplified Yang style,” this short form is suitable for beginners. Instructor: Kelly Maclean
Thursday
26
Begg Room
9:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Meditative Stretch (formerly called Mindful Flow) is a form of restorative yoga that offers a soothing blend of gentle stretches and guided meditation designed to promote healing, relaxation, and deep inner connection. Instructor: Hanne Vieira
Thursday
26
Begg room
9:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
In this gentle but effective class, you’ll learn the basics of Pilates in a progressive and supportive environment. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Thursday
26
Art Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
This fun, easy class is designed for beginners. Instructor Paula Vander will guide you step-by-step through warm-up exercises to help you overcome the classic enemies of creativity—fear of the blank page and perfectionism.
Thursday
26
Meyer Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
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. The group is currently full.
Thursday
26
Sun Room
10:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Focus on listening and speaking skills for everyday situations and conversations, and on some basic aspects of grammar. Instructor: Sìne NicEoghainn (Jane McEwan).
Thursday
26
Games Room
10:30 AM
More Info
Less Info
Enjoy a morning playing Mahjong Hong Kong style.
Thursday
26
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
Thursday
26
Begg Room
12:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
Sign up in person starts at 10:45 am on the day of play. Kindly note that you must come with a partner, and that there will be no seating after 12 noon. Note also that we are limited to a maximum of ten tables.
Thursday
26
Halpern Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Instructor: Rhodri Windsor Liscombe. These talks invite you to look more closely at the buildings around us, from First Nations traditions to colonial settlements to today’s innovative designs.
Thursday
26
Whittaker Conservatory
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Scrabble is a lot of fun and members who love to play have organized this weekly gathering.
Thursday
26
Activity Room
12:30 PM
More Info
Less Info
Fun, Fitness & Music! This ongoing group learns and practices line dance routines with instructor Vivian Lau.
Thursday
26
Art Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
Drop in to work on your own art project in any medium.
Thursday
26
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
All levels of play including beginners. We have some chess sets, but if you want, you can bring one along. Come and join us.
Thursday
26
Brock House Workshop
1:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
The woodworkers are offering an introductory class for novices to learn the fundamentals of woodworking and for more advanced woodworkers who wish to refresh their skills. Several Brock House woodworkers will mentor students. Contact bhwworkers@gmail.com
Thursday
26
Sun Room
2:00 PM
More Info
Less Info
Convened by Eva Gersbach. This is a friendly, relaxed German conversation group for intermediate speakers.
Friday
27
Begg room
8:45 AM
More Info
Less Info
This class focuses on improving your balance and building your ankle, knee and hip strength. Instructor Hanne Vieira.
Friday
27
Whittaker Conservatory
8:45 AM
More Info
Less Info
Come ready to sweat, and leave feeling strong and empowered. We focus on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance. Instructor: Asal Nikoopour.
Friday
27
Art Room
9:00 AM
More Info
Less Info
Drop in to work on your own art project in any medium.
Friday
27
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre
9:30 AM
Friday
27
Begg room
10:00 AM
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In this gentle but effective class, you’ll learn the basics of Pilates in a progressive and supportive environment. Instructor: Hanne Vieira.
Friday
27
Meyer room
10:00 AM
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An opportunity for writers to meet, discuss and critique each others’ work-in-progress.
Friday
27
Begg Room
11:20 AM
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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.
Friday
27
Billiard Room
12:00 PM
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Join this group if you want to play billiards with other members.
Friday
27
Begg Room - 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of every month.
Art Room - 2nd and 4th Friday of every mont
12:30 PM
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Enjoy and afternoon of bridge - singles welcome.
Friday
27
Activity Room
12:30 PM
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Come and join other members for a fun game of table tennis!
Friday
27
Meyer Room
1:00 PM
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Meets weekly for coffee and friendly conversation. For people who are fluent in French. Participation is free but donations to Brock House are welcome. A bientôt! Kindly note that you must sign up to attend:
contact Sheila at sresels@gmail.com.
Friday
27
Begg Room
1:00 PM
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This is a fun drop-in group for anyone who likes to sing or play an eclectic array of songs. Bring your voice and instruments. Every 2nd and 4th Friday.
Friday
27
Halpern Room
1:00 PM
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Directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Stars James Stewart as a photojournalist confined to his apartment with a broken leg. Watching the lives of his neighbours from his wheelchair, he begins to suspect that a crime has been committed. A suspense story that unfolds almost entirely within one courtyard in Greenwich Village. (1954 / US / 1 hr 41 min)
Friday
27
Games room
1:15 PM
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The book club is currently full, please put your name on the waitlist.
Saturday
28
Off-site
9:00 AM
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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.

Brock House, 3875 Point Grey Rd, Vancouver,  BC  V6R 1B3

604-228-1461

communications@brockhousesociety.com

Open Monday to Friday: 9 am to 4 pm (Closed stat holidays)

Special event bookings after 4:30 pm Monday to Friday and all-day on weekends are available through Peake Catering | Events at brockhouseevents.ca