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2019 WINTER PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Photos courtesy of Stan Hohnholz
Sketch by Pip Brock, 1930s
We aim to encourage and
enable seniors to live fuller lives
REGISTER ONLINE
To register for our 2019 Winter programs go to www.brockhousesociety.com, visit or phone the office
BROCK HOUSE SOCIETY
ANNUAL GENERAL
MEETING
Wednesday
March 20, 1:00 p.m.
In the Conservatory
Guest Speaker TBA
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Winter Words ……
Under the Distinguished Patronage Hello again and welcome this time to our Winter Program. I
of Her Honour, The Honourable would like to start by doing some word association…. for instance:
Janet Austin, OBC, Lieutenant Cold and Comfort…along with…Nostalgia and Family Reunions.
Governor of British Columbia Words that may have significance and deep personal connections
for all of us.
For example: Cold, at this time of the year, indicates a dramatic
Brock House Society change in seasonal conditions. Cooler temperatures, dressing
warmer, low light and difficult conditions underfoot. Comfort:
Officers What we feel like when we have addressed the above discomforts
Peter Phillips, President with increased warmth - maybe an open fireplace, a hot chocolate
Tom Henry, 1st Vice-President and a good book to read. All of these help to soften our mood.
Patricia Brady, 2nd Vice-President Then there is Nostalgia, which is often reflected on at this time of
Stanley Hohnholz, Secretary the year, when maybe friends or family played a more significant
role, especially around Christmas time. And Reunions, with the
Directors need to meet up with old friends and family members in order to
Patricia Brady, Events revisit fond memories from the past.
Deborah Bush, Volunteer Services These words come naturally to mind as you enter Brock House.
Brenda Clark, Performing Arts For instance the immediate warmth that you feel in the lobby as
Adrian Gatrill, Property you approach our beautiful open fireplace, and the comfortable
Management arm-chair seating in the Oak Room with a second fireplace. This
Tom Henry, Planning & setting more than addresses the cold/comfort equation. And then
Business Development there are the spontaneous friendships that are so readily made at
Michael Le Bas, Marketing & Brock House that become a substitute for absent family or old
Outreach friends.
Jo Pleshakov, Governance and To add to this welcoming setting we also have some exciting new
Membership programs to offer you along with some old chestnuts……..by an
Adrian Vasile, Information Systems open fire!
Callie Wong, Programs To start with, please renew your membership starting
BevAnn Lister Dean,
November 1, 2018 for the 2019 calendar year.
Past President
You will then be entitled to attend some exciting new programs
such as: a lecture series on Leadership and Women; a 4-week
Oceanwise Series presented by the Vancouver Aquarium. You’ll
Park Board Commissioner be presented with the means to get rid of Christmas excesses
John Coupar with exercise classes, Zumba and Line Dancing (a new activity),
along with the usual relaxing yoga. Some of the new lecture
Administration events include Ivan Sayers who is giving a 4-week presentation on
Sophie Djordjevic, Administrator Women’s Fashion from the 18 th Century to the present and
Orville Nickel who is presenting Constitutional Democracy and
Staff Policing.
Yolanda Bonkowski, Administrative Asst. Among the old favourites, we have both Nicolas Krusek
Lee Murray, Maintenance (Thursdays this term) and Neil Ritchie returning. Oh - and don’t
Nebojsa Stajcic, Maintenance forget the Robbie Burns Day celebration on Thursday, January
24th, 2019!
Contact Us Please remember to register for these events and avoid being
Brock House Society disappointed.
3875 Point Grey Road So much to do and enjoy and bring you in from the cold, so do
Vancouver, BC V6R 1B3 have a wonderful Winter Season at Brock House.
Telephone: 604-228-1461
Email: brockhouse@telus.net Peter Phillips
Website: www.brockhousesociety.com President, Brock House Society
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WEEK AT A GLANCE
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
8:30- Balance, Posture & 8:30- 8:30- Balance, Posture & 8:45- Tai Chi 24 & 48 9:00-
Yoga Yoga
9:30 Strength 10:00 9:30 Strength 9:45 Form Review 10:00
Tai Chi 24 Form,
8:45- 8:45- Tai Chi 24 Form 8:45- Tai Chi Beginners 24 9:00- 9:00-
Mirror Image & 48 Woodworkers Artists' Group
9:45 9:45 Review 9:45 Form noon 12:30
Form Pt. 2
9:00- 9:00- 9:35- 9:30- 9:30-
Woodworkers Meet in the Music Stretch & Strength Yoga Zumba
noon 10:30 10:50 10:30 10:30
9:30- 9:15- 10:00- 9:30- 9:30- BH Big Band
Beginner's French Zumba Write from the Heart Genealogy
11:00 10:15 noon 11:30 11:45 (Out of House)
9:30- 10:00- BH Big Band 10:00- 9:30- Doodle Art & 10:45-
Watercolour Class Pole Walkers Table Tennis
11:30 11:30 (Out of House) 11:00 11:30 Beyond 12:45
Leadership & Women
9:30- Yarns & Needle- 10:00- Intermediate 10:00- 10:00- 10:00-
Discussion Series Life Writing Series
11:30 crafts 12:00 Bridge 11:30 noon 11:00
Jan. 11, Mar. 1 & Mar. 8
9:30- Handbell Ringers 10:00- Brock House 10:00- 10:00- 10:00-
Porcelain Painting Billiards Writers' Circle
noon (Out of House) 12:00 Players noon 3:30 12:00
Constitutional
9:35- 10:00- 10:00- Brock House 10:30- 10:00- Legendary Performers
Stretch & Strength Billiards Democracy &
10:50 3:30 noon Orchestra 12:00 12:00 Jan. 18-Feb. 22
Policing
10:00- 10:15- 10:00- 11:15- 10:00-
Billiards Yoga Billiards Osteofit Billiards
3:30 11:15 3:30 12:15 3:30
10:30- 10:30- 10:30- Cryptic Crosswords 12:15- 10:15-
Travel Series Lecture Series Duplicate Bridge Yoga
noon 11:30 noon Group 3:30 11:15
11:15- 11:00- 12:15- 1:00- Brock House Jazz 12:30-
Line Dancing Spanish Beginners Mah Jong Social Bridge
12:15 noon 3:30 3:00 Band 3:30
11:15- Intermediate 11:15- 12:30- 1:00- 1:00-
Osteofit Table Tennis Chess Friday Movies
12:45 French 12:15 3:30 3:00 3:30
Oceanwise Lecture
12:00- 11:30- 1:00- 1:00- 1:15- Book Club (last Friday of
Lunch with TED Chair Yoga Series Scrabble
1:00 12:30 2:00 3:00 3:15 the month)
Feb. 13-Mar. 5
Understanding
12:00- Absolute Beginners 12:00- Spanish 1:00- Seniors Services 1:00-
Music
2:00 Bridge 1:00 Intermediate 2:00 Jan. 23 & Jan 30 3:00
Jan. 17-Feb. 28
12:30- 12:30- 1:00- Brock House
Table Tennis Advanced Bridge
3:30 2:30 3:00 Chamber Players
1:00- 12:30- Art History 1:00- Cryptic Crosswords
Play Reading
3:00 2:30 Mar. 5-Apr. 9 3:00 for Beginners
Jane Kokan Lecture
1:00- 1:00- 1:00-
Computer Drop-In Chess Series
3:00 3:00 3:00
Jan 23-Feb. 27
A History of Wom-
1:30- 1:00- en’s Fashion-Ivan 1:30- Handbell Ringers
Advanced French
3:00 3:00 Sayers 4:00 (Out of House)
Feb. 5-Feb. 26
The World of
1:30- 1:00- BH Choir (Out of 2:00- Seniors Services
French Wines
3:15 3:15 House) 3:30 March 20
Jan. 28-Mar. 4
Philosophy
1:30- 1:15-
Sing-a-Long Reading &
3:30 3:00
Discussion Group
2:05- Supervised Bridge 1:30- Toastmasters
3:35 Play 2:30 Speechcraft
1:30-
Canasta
3:30
March 20
March 11 Jan. 24
1:45- Brock House Society 1:45-
St. Patrick’s Day 1:00 Robbie Burns
3:15 Annual General 3:15
Event Celebration
Meeting
March 18 March 7
1:00- Doug Johnson 1:30- The History of
3:00 Photography 3:00 Douglas Park—
Lecture Linda Hull
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INDEX ACTING 101 (Brock House Players) ....................7 Legendary Performers ................................... 14 ARTS & CRAFTS Lunch with TED ............................................... 14 Artists' Group .....................................................7 Oceanwise Lecture Series.............................. 14 Doodle Art ...........................................................7 Philosophy Discussion Group ....................... 15 Magical Mixing of Watercolours .....................7 Photography Lecture...................................... 15 Porcelain Painting ..............................................7 Seniors’ Services Series .................................. 15 Yarns & Needlecrafts ........................................7 Toatsmasters Speechcraft ............................. 15 BRAIN CHALLENGERS Travel Series .................................................... 15 Cryptic Crosswords Level 2 ..............................8 Understanding Music ..................................... 16 Cryptic Crosswords Group ...............................8 The World of French Wines ........................... 16 BRIDGE LANGUAGES Absolute Beginners ...........................................8 French Conversation Advanced ............................................................8 Advanced ...................................................... 16 Duplicate .............................................................8 Beginners...................................................... 16 Harrison Bridge Tour ........................................8 Intermediate ................................................ 16 Intermediate ......................................................8 Spanish Conversation .................................... 16 Social....................................................................8 MOVIES................................................................ 19 Supervised Play ..................................................9 MUSIC BROCK HOUSE SOCIETY AGM ............................2 Brock House Big Band.................................... 17 COMPUTERS Brock House Chamber Players ..................... 17 Computer Drop-In .............................................9 Brock House Choir .......................................... 17 EVENTS & SOCIALS Brock House Jazz Band .................................. 17 Robbie Burns Celebration ............................. 20 Brock House Orchestra.................................. 17 St. Patrick’s Day Social .................................... 20 Handbells ......................................................... 17 HEALTH & WELLNESS Sing-A-Long ...................................................... 17 Balance, Posture & Strength ............................9 REGISTRATION for classes, events, programs ....6 Chair Yoga ...........................................................9 SOCIAL GROUPS Hikers................................................................ 10 Adventures in Dining ...................................... 18 Line Dancing .................................................... 10 SPECIAL OUT-OF-HOUSE EVENTS Osteofit................................................................9 Chinese New Year Celebration ..................... 20 Pole Walkers .................................................... 10 La Bohéme Opera........................................... 20 Stretch & Strength .............................................9 Valentine’s Day Program ............................... 20 Tai Chi ............................................................... 10 Vancouver Aquarium ..................................... 20 Yoga .............................................................10/11 TOURS Zumba .............................................................. 11 “Come From Away” the Musical Tour ......... 21 INDOOR GAMES Fraser River Discovery Tour .......................... 21 Billiards............................................................. 11 Peacock in the Desert—SAM Tour ............... 21 Canasta............................................................. 11 WOODWORKING Chess ................................................................ 11 Workshop......................................................... 18 Mah Jong .......................................................... 11 Woodworkers .................................................. 18 Scrabble ........................................................... 11 WRITTEN WORD Table Tennis .................................................... 11 Book Club ........................................................ 18 INTELLECTUAL PURSUITS Life Writing....................................................... 18 Art History ........................................................ 11 Play Reading .................................................... 18 Constitutional Democracy & Policing........... 12 Write from the Heart ..................................... 19 Discussion Series ............................................ 12 Writers' Circle .................................................. 19 Genealogy ........................................................ 12 ABOUT BROCK HOUSE SOCIETY A History of Women’s Fashion ...................... 12 Cafeteria ........................................................... 22 The History of Douglas Park.......................... 13 Hours of Operation ........................................ 22 Jane Kokan Lecture Series ............................. 13 Member Benefits ............................................ 22 Leadership & Women Series ......................... 13 Membership (How to become a member) ... 22 Lecture Series .................................................. 13 Parking ............................................................. 22 To register for our 2019 Winter programs go to www.brockhousesociety.com, visit or phone the office Page 5
REGISTRATION INFORMATION & POLICIES
LOOK FOR THESE NEW PLEASE NOTE the CANCELLATION POLICY
How to Register
PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES
There are 3 easy ways to register:
Online: Go to www.brockhousesociety.com
HW108 Line Dancing In Person: Visit the Society office and a
Mondays, 11:15-12:15 volunteer will help you
By Phone: Call the Society office at
January 14-March 18 604-228-1461
You may register for one other member only.
IS102 Constitutional WHEN TO REGISTER
Democracy and Policing Registration FOR ALL CLASSES commences Thurs-
Thursdays, 10:30-12:00 day, January 3. Programs will be visible on the
website at 9:00 a.m.
January 31-March 14 Registration for TOURS and ROBBIE BURNS will
begin in the office on November 19. You MUST
IS104 A History of Women’s Fashion have your 2019 membership to register.
Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00 Fees for classes and events include GST.
We understand that sometimes it is necessary to
February 5-February 26
withdraw from a course or activity. Please read
the cancellation policy carefully prior to register-
IS107 Toastmasters Speechcraft ing for classes or activities.
Tuesdays, 1:30-2:30 CANCELLATION POLICY
January 22-March 12 A $10.00 processing fee will be charged when you
withdraw from any course or activity.
There will be no refunds for cancellations made
And these special presentations: three business days prior to the beginning of a
course or activity or as otherwise noted. There will
Leadership & Women be no refunds for cancellations made five busi-
ness days prior to the date of any tours, unless
Fridays, Jan. 11, Mar. 1 & March 8 otherwise noted.
REFUNDS FOR CANCELLED CLASSES
Oceanwise Lecture Series or ACTIVITIES
Wednesdays, February 13-March 6 Classes which do not meet the minimum enrol-
ment requirement by the designated deadline will
be cancelled and the fee will be refunded. Cancel-
The History of Douglas Park lation fees do not apply in this case.
Thursday, March 7 If you are unable to attend a session of a class
you are registered in, you cannot make it up by
attending another class on a different day.
Plus
DROP-IN POLICY
Social events and
You must confirm space availability with the in-
Special Out-of-House tours and events structor prior to drop-in. Drop-in fee for ALL clas-
ses is $15.00 and must be paid prior to attending.
Page 6 To register for our 2019 Winter programs go to www.brockhousesociety.com, visit or phone the office2019 CLOSURE REMINDERS
AR101 MAGICAL MIXING of WATERCOLOURS
Brock House will be closed on these dates:
This term we will continue to explore the magical
Tuesday, January 1—New Year’s Day
mixing of watercolours by using some of the same
Monday, February 18—Family Day
spattering techniques from the fall term to prepare for
Please mark your calendars, especially if you are spring by painting new gardens coming to life with
registered in a course or program that falls on spring blossoms and newly formed buds. New
one of these days. students are welcome. All levels are welcome. A list of
supplies will be given upon registration but bring
whatever you have to the first class. You have the
option of either doing a painting with the class or
ACTING using these techniques to create your own painting
Jennifer Burrows is substituting for Jennifer Fenske
Instructor: Jennifer Burrows Mon. Jan. 14-Mar. 18
ACTING 101—BROCK HOUSE PLAYERS
Art Room 9:30-11:30
$100/8 weeks
PORCELAIN PAINTING
Learn to apply your painting skills to white china or
refine your technique with the Brock House
Porcelain Painters. We use powdered mineral
colours which are ground into an oil base and then
applied to china which is fired in the Brock House
kiln. Our painters produce quality pieces for their
own pleasure and for sale at Society fundraisers.
Supplies are available to get you started and we
can recommend sources for your specific needs.
We take pleasure in helping each other and guiding
beginners. When possible, we schedule a visit from
a professional artist/instructor. Come and enjoy a
ARTISTS' GROUP
lovely art form with experienced peers!
All welcome to visit and participate in any medium.
Convenor: Merva Cottle Wed. 10:00-Noon
No teacher, but advice, encouragement and friend-
Art Room
ship for beginners and the experienced.
Convenor: Gillian Olson Fri. 9:00-12:30
Art Room
YARNS & NEEDLECRAFTS
Members of this group knit, sew and crochet
DOODLE ART & BEYOND handcrafted projects to sell at the Brock House
Various mixed media projects will be explored in Summer and Christmas Fairs. We welcome new
this series of classes. Please bring watercolour members of all experience levels to join the group -
paper, watercolour paint or acrylic paint, brush, including novices - who weave, quilt, embroider, or
scissors and glue stick. Some materials will be do any type of needle crafts.
provided. Convenors: Mon. 9:30-11:30
Pre-registration required. Dorothy Simons, Carol Jackson Meyer Room
Convenor: Joan Ellis Thurs. Feb.14-Mar. 21
Art Room 9:30-11:30
No charge
To register for our 2019 Winter programs go to www.brockhousesociety.com, visit or phone the office Page 7benefit from this class, though a knowledge of the
basics of bridge will be expected of the players.
Instructor: Barry Yamanouchi Tues. Jan. 15-Mar. 19
CRYPTIC CROSSWORDS LEVEL 2 Art Room 12:30-2:30
You have taken the introductory course and you No class March 5 $90/9 weeks
have been applying that knowledge to solving puz-
zles. Now you are ready to boost your skill in recog- BR102 INTERMEDIATE
nizing which type of clue you are trying to solve. These lessons are aimed at players who know the
We will be working together to sharpen your ability basics of bridge and now are looking to add a few
to crack open the clue. Pre-registration required. conventions and new techniques to their game.
Instructor: Wed. Feb. 6-Mar. 13 The bidding section will cover some of the basic
Maggie Sherlock 1:00-3:00 conventions of bridge such as takeout doubles,
Meyer Room No Charge negative doubles and pre-empts, among other sim-
ilar conventions. The declarer play section will cov-
CRYPTIC CROSSWORDS GROUP er several types of finesses and various methods
This activity is for those who know how to solve of developing tricks. On defense, we will look at
cryptic clues and enjoy doing so with others. Meet- the various guidelines such as “second hand low”
ing place is in the Conservatory by the door to the and “third hand high” with an emphasis on under-
sunroom (west end). standing the principles behind these sayings. A
Convenor: Chris Spencer Wed. 10:30-noon large portion of each lesson will be devoted to
supervised play.
Instructor: Barry Yamanouchi Tues. Jan. 15-Mar. 19
Art Room 10:00-noon
BRIDGE No class March 5 $90/9 weeks
DUPLICATE
ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS Sign-up available from 10:45. No seating after
This class is for people who have never played 12:00. Maximum number of tables will be seven-
bridge before. We will cover opening and respond- teen (17). It is necessary to come with a partner.
ing to bids of 1 no trump and 1 of a suit. (No over- On-going unless otherwise advised.
calls, doubles or competitive bidding.) The Stayman Convenors: Thurs. 12:15-3:30
convention will be introduced, although there may Margaretta Shirkoff, Sue Girling $1/Session
be no time to practice. There will be practice hands Begg, Art & Games Rooms
after each lesson so you can practice what you
have learned. Required for this class: “Bidding in HARRISON HOT SPRINGS BRIDGE TOUR
We are once again getting ready to prepare for an-
the 21st Century”, available online at amazon.ca or
other successful Brock House Harrison Hot Springs
chapters.ca. Pre-registration required.
Bridge Tournament. The dates for 2019 are April
Instructor: Glenda Affleck Mon. Jan. 14-Mar. 18 23, 24 and 25. We were completely booked within a
Begg Room 12:00-2:00 few days for the 2018 tour, so please put a remind-
No Charge er to check off these dates on your 2019 calendar.
BR101 ADVANCED We will be providing more detailed information
This course is designed to teach some basic tools early in the new year.
to bid in a more competitive game that typically
SOCIAL
occurs in duplicate bridge. This will include takeout
"Unserious bridge" - singles welcome. On-going
doubles, cue bid raises, balancing and sacrificing.
unless otherwise advised.
Classes will involve a lesson followed by supervised
Convenor: Mary Bliss Fri. 12:30–3:30
play on lesson hands. Social bridge players will also
Begg Room
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SUPERVISED PLAY Osteofit is designed and run by BC Women’s Hospi-
Beginners 2: Play of the hand and bidding review. tal for individuals with osteoporosis, low bone den-
We will attempt to have at least four constructed sity or who are at risk of falls and fractures. This is
deals and hopefully more. The target will be to in- a mild level exercise class suitable for new exercis-
troduce transfer bids by the end of the nine weeks. ers or those returning from illness or injury. Partic-
Students should attempt to purchase and bring to ipants should attend twice per week as recom-
class any “Play of the Hand” book. Pre-registration mended by Osteofit BC.
required. Instructors provided by Love Your Age Fitness Inc.
Instructor: Glenda Affleck Mon. Jan. 14-Mar. 18 HW103 Tues. Jan. 15-Mar. 19
Begg Room 2:05-3:35 Activity Room 11:15-12:15
No Charge $100/10 weeks
HW104 Thurs. Jan. 17-Mar. 21
COMPUTERS Activity Room 11:15-12:15
$100/10 weeks
COMPUTER DROP-IN STRETCH & STRENGTH
This 75 minute mostly moderate level class can be
These sessions are available for any member who
adapted to suit a variety of levels and physical limi-
wants assistance using computers, tablets or cell
tations. The class begins with a short cardiovascu-
phones, or who needs help with certain programs.
lar component that can be adapted for chair as
You must know how to use a computer or your de-
needed. The last 2/3rds can be seated or standing,
vice. Members can use the computers on their
and includes ‘Brain Muves’ balance work, and exer-
own or with help when needed. Volunteers will
cises for strength, agility, stability, and stretching/
discuss problems and offer advice on computer
mobility. The last part of the class is all seated and
topics as required. The lab has laptop computers
may include posture/body alignment, stretching,
with Windows 10 operating system and high speed
visualization, and deep relaxation. Activities fea-
Internet access.
ture a variety of apparatus such as balls, weights,
Convenors: John Dent, Mon. 1:00-3:00
tubing, bean bags and more.
David Harding, Brian Luchak
Instructors provided by Love Your Age Fitness Inc
Computer Room
HW105 Mon. Jan. 14–Mar. 18
Activity Room 9:35-10:50
$112/9 weeks
HEALTH & WELLNESS HW106 Wed. Jan. 16-Mar 20
Activity Room 9:35-10:50
$125/10 weeks
BALANCE, POSTURE & STRENGTH
HW107 CHAIR YOGA
This is a moderate/mid-level 60 minute class. Class
Yoga with a chair is for students of all ages and
begins with a low-impact cardiovascular segment,
abilities who find traditional yoga uncomfortable
followed by exercises to improve balance, strength,
for various reasons. The chair sometimes replaces
posture, and body alignment, and ends with
the mat and sometimes is used as a prop. This al-
stretching. Activities feature a variety of apparatus
lows for greater accessibility and stability. Yoga
such as balls, weights, tubing, bean bags and more.
with a chair increases your strength, balance, con-
Instructors provided by Love Your Age Fitness Inc.
centration and flexibility; encompasses all aspects
HW101 Mon. Jan. 14—Mar. 18
of an individual: physical, emotional, mental and
Activity Room 8:30-9:30
spiritual. Come and explore the benefits of yoga
$90/9 weeks
with a chair in a safe and fun environment.
HW102 Wed. Jan. 16-Mar. 20
Instructor: Annette Wertman Tues. Jan. 15-Mar.19
Activity Room 8:30-9:30
$100/10 weeks Begg Room 11:30-12:30
$80/10 weeks
To register for our 2019 Winter programs go to www.brockhousesociety.com, visit or phone the office Page 9HIKERS POLE WALKERS
The group meets outside the front entrance of
Brock House to walk for an hour. The walk begins
at 10:00, and you should be back at Brock House by
11:00. For more information you may contact the
convenor at mjkriss78@gmail.com .
Convenor: Mona Kriss Wed. Out of House
TAI CHI CLASSES
HW109 24 Form for Beginners
Carpools. All hikes leave 12th and Larch at 9:00 Tai Chi is a gentle form of exercise, a martial art,
a.m. sharp unless otherwise noted. The meeting and a moving meditation, based on the principle of
place is on Larch Street between 10th & 12th Ave- the interplay of Yin and Yang. Slow and graceful
nues. Please arrive 15 minutes early to arrange movements improve balance, co-ordination and
carpools. well-being. Emphasis on proper alignment pro-
Jan 5 Everett Crowley Park and Fraser Foreshore , motes Qi flow through the body, and sustained
Don and Elizabeth 868 -2353 concentration makes it an excellent exercise for
Jan 12 LaFarge Lake, Cathie 683-1083 the mind as well! This course is suitable for begin-
Jan 19 Pacific Spirit Park -16th Ave to Deering Island ners and those who are happy to continue to re-
Grace 261-4498 view the 24 Form from the beginning.
Jan 26 Jug Island and Admiralty Point, TBA Instructor: Kelly Maclean Wed. Jan. 16-Mar. 20
Feb 2 Madrona Whytecliff, Gordon 261-6674 Conservatory 8:45-9:45
Feb 9 Deer Lake, Grace 261-4498 $100/10 weeks
Feb 16 Derby Reach/Houston Loop,
HW110 24 Form Review
John W 565-6294
In this course we will continue to review the 24
Feb 23 Fisherman’s trail to mid-valley viewpoint,
Form and the mirror image. We may even make a
Margit 224 6627
start on the 48 Form.
Mar 2 Whyte Lake, Katie 738-8189
Instructor: Kelly Maclean Tues. Jan. 15-Mar. 19
Mar 9 Simon Fraser via Sidewinder Trail,
Conservatory 8:45-9:45
Charles 224 6627
$100/10 weeks
Mar 16 Pitt Lake Wildlife Area, Jane 264-1250
Mar 23 Campbell Valley, Jane 264-1250 HW111 24 Form, Mirror Image & 48 Form Part 2
Mar 30 DeBeck Hill/ 4 Lakes trail, Tomina 736-1874 In this course, we will continue to review the 24
Convenors: Sat., Out of House Form and the mirror image, and to work on the
Margit Arthur, 604-224-6627 2nd half of the 48 Form.
Jane Mcdonald, 604-264-1250 Instructor: Kelly Maclean Mon. Jan. 14-Mar. 18
Conservatory 8:45-9:45
HW108 LINE DANCING
$90/9 weeks
Did you know that Line Dancing is an easy way to
exercise the body and mind? It’s a wonderful way HW112 24 & 48 Form Review
to lose weight and meet new friends. You’ll dance In this class, we generally go through the 24 Form,
to great music in the most popular styles of dance, plus the mirror image, and then review the entire
e.g. Cha Cha, Rumba, Tango, Mambo, Jive, Waltz 48 Form twice.
and Salsa. No partner required. All ages and levels Instructor: Kelly Maclean Thurs. Jan. 17– Mar. 21
welcome. Drop-in $8. Lisa is an enthusiastic and Conservatory 8:45-9:45
patient instructor. She has taught line dancing for $100/10 weeks
over 10 years. YOGA CLASSES
Instructor: Lisa Dong Mon. Jan. 14-Mar. 18 This seniors' yoga program includes full modifica-
Activity Room 11:15-12:15 tions for almost any pose: gentle, basic-level in-
$65/9 weeks struction tailored to meet each person's needs.
Page 10 To register for our 2019 Winter programs go to www.brockhousesociety.com, visit or phone the officeProps are used when necessary: chairs, wall, yoga
straps, blocks, etc. The instructor does not provide MAH JONG
Enjoy an afternoon playing Mah Jong Hong Kong
any equipment – please bring your own yoga mat
style. Play and learn at the same time. Instruction
to participate in this program.
given.
Instructors: Alyshia
HW113 Tues. Jan. 15-Mar. 19 (90 min.) 8:30-10:00 Convenor: Maribeth Ruckman Wed. 12:15-3:30
Begg Room $135/10 weeks Art Room $1/Session
HW114 Tues. Jan. 15-Mar. 19 10:15-11:15 SCRABBLE
Begg Room $95/10 weeks Scrabble is a lot of fun and members who love to play
HW115 Thurs. Jan. 17-Mar. 21 9:30-10:30 have organized this weekly gathering. Feel free to join
Begg Room $95/10week them, and receive some of the many mental
HW116 Fri. Jan. 18-Mar. 22 9:00-10:00 benefits that Scrabble players enjoy. There are sev-
Begg Room $95/10 weeks eral Scrabble sets in the office games cupboard - even
HW117 Fri. Jan. 18-Mar. 22 10:15-11:15 one in French.
Begg Room $95/10 weeks Conservatory Thurs. 1:00-3:00
ZUMBA for SENIORS
Zumba Gold© is perfect for active older adults TABLE TENNIS
who are looking for a lower-intensity work-out. Come and join other members for a fun game of
The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow table tennis! Although it is generally thought of as a
choreography that focuses on balance, range of leisure activity, table tennis actually has many
motion and coordination. Come ready to sweat health and wellness benefits. Individuals who
and prepare to leave empowered and feeling play table tennis regularly can expect improved
strong. The class focuses on all elements of fit- reflexes and hand-eye coordination while strength-
ness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexi- ening the muscles of the arms, back and abdomen.
bility and balance. Please contact the office if you wish to speak to
Instructor: Asal Nikoopour someone from the Table Tennis group.
HW118 - Tues. Jan. 15-Mar. 19 9:15-10:15 Activity Room Mon. & Wed.12:30–3:30
Activity Room $85/10 weeks Fri. 10:45-12:45
HW119 - Fri. Jan. 18 –Mar. 22 9:30-10:30
Activity Room $85/10 weeks INTELLECTUAL PURSUITS
INDOOR GAMES
IS101 ART HISTORY: Beyond Painting: Art Nou-
BILLIARDS veau, Art Deco, and the Modern Age
Key in office. In the rapidly changing modern world of the early
Billiards Room Mon.-Fri. 10:00-3:30 20th century, new styles of art changed the fine art
world, and beyond. This lecture series will explore
CANASTA
the inspirations and artists of Art Nouveau and Art
Do you remember hot times around the kitchen table
Deco, who brought new forms and ideas to paint-
playing canasta? More relaxed than bridge and more
ing, decorative and graphic arts and architecture,
fun than cribbage, it was the most popular card game
and brought modern designs off the canvas and
of the 50’s and 60’s. Join the group for a lively game
into daily life. Rejecting Victorian art and design,
once a week.
and instead inspired by Japanese prints, nature,
Conservatory Tues. 1:30-3:30
and the age of the machine, these styles were so
CHESS much more than frivolous decoration. Come learn
All levels of play including beginners. We have about these now beloved modern art and design
some chess sets, but if you want you can bring one styles, and their spread across Europe up until
along. Come in and join us. Brock House ladies WWII.
welcome. Instructor: Tues. Mar. 5-Apr. 9
Convenors: A. Ramirez, R. Wooldridge Jessa Alston-O’Conner 12:30-2:30
Meyer Room Tues. & Thurs. 1:00-3:00 Halpern Room $100.00/6 weeks
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POLICING SEARCH
The police in democratic countries have powers Begin to build a family tree to 4 or 5 generations
that can result in serious injuries to citizens. The with evaluated sources. Choose appropriate Family
Constitution of Canada protects citizens from un- Tree Software & Databases for your own purposes.
due interference by government through the un- Find and evaluate a variety of sources of
necessary application of force when police are information online. Develop a research plan for
called to a circumstance or disturbance. In this ongoing searches and for challenging individuals/
course we will explore the origins of the Canadian families. This course is valuable for newcomers and
Constitution and apply the Charter principles of for people who are already researching their
democratic freedoms to the concepts of police use history.
of force. Physical force is authorized by law only in Jan. 17 Introduction—The Basics of Genealogy
certain circumstances. These concepts will be ex- Research
plored and discussed to determine when use of Jan. 24 Family Tree Software & Database
force is appropriate.
Companies
Instructor: Orville Nickel Thurs. Jan. 31-Mar. 14
Halpern Room 10:30-12:00 Jan. 31 Online/Offline Resources for Beginners
No class on Feb. 28 $80/6 weeks Feb. 7 Specific Additional Resources
Feb. 14 Family Tree Specifics & Brick Walls
DISCUSSION SERIES Feb. 21 Write A Family History & Self-Education
Come and join the Brock House Discussion Group. Handouts each class: a variety including charts,
New members are welcome. Members suggest top- forms, lists and internet links.
ics that are often first introduced by a presenter If you have a laptop computer you are welcome to
and then opened to all for discussion. The discus- bring it to the class.
sions are thought-provoking, stimulating, educa- Instructors: Thurs. Jan. 17-Feb. 21
tional, challenging and fun! No charge BC Genealogical Society 12:30-2:30
Jan. 9 When would you feel justified in breaking Games Room $65/6 weeks
the law?
Jan. 16 Are we really free—what does prevent to-
IS104 A HISTORY OF WOMEN’S FASHION
tal freedom?
18th Century to Present Day
Jan. 23 HOT TOPIC
Mr. Sayers will present an overview of women’s
Jan. 30 Is fine art and music relevant—do we need
fashion from the 18th Century to the present day.
it or is it unnecessary?
The lectures will be illustrated with slides and
Feb. 6 Why is a sense of belonging so funda-
original garments from the speaker’s extensive
mental?
collection of historic clothing. Ivan Sayers is a
Feb. 13 Should the courts treat “the consensus of
fashion historian who has collected period
scientists” as established facts?
costumes for over 50 years. His large and
Feb. 20 Should extremism be banned?
comprehensive private collection of historical
Feb. 27 HOT TOPIC
clothing is the largest in Canada.
Mar. 6 When voting, what qualities do you consid-
er important in a candidate? Feb. 5 1700-1836
Mar. 13 Is knowledge the path to wisdom? Feb. 12 1836-1900
Mar. 20 Is all human action motivated by self Feb. 19 1900-1939
interest? Feb. 26 1939-2000
Mar. 27 Will we accept the costs of replacing plas- Instructor: Ivan Sayers Tues. Feb. 5-Feb. 26
tic food containers and wraps?
Halpern Room 1:00-3:00
Convenor: Ingrid Hanslo Wed. 10:00-11:30
$80/4 weeks
Halpern Room
Page 12 To register for our 2019 Winter programs go to www.brockhousesociety.com, visit or phone the officeTHE HISTORY OF DOUGLAS PARK: LEADERSHIP AND WOMEN SERIES
From Beaver Meadow to Park Land Three distinguished female leaders will share their
Remarkably, the history of this popular, but often thoughts on leadership and the challenges and re-
overlooked, park in the middle of Vancouver has wards as leaders in their respective field. Pre-
links to pioneers and events which shaped our registration required for this series.
province and our nation. Bounded by Heather and Fri. Jan. 11 Joyce Murray, Member of Parliament
Laurel Streets and 20th and 22nd Avenues, it has Fri. Mar. 1 Dr. Patricia Daly, Chief Medical Health
been described as an “oasis” and “breathing space” Officer & Vice President, Public Health
ever since the 1870s. Hear the surprising connec- at Vancouver Coastal Health
tion of Douglas Park to logging pioneer Wm. P. Fri. Mar. 8 Inspector Colleen Yee,
Mackie; the building of the C.P.R. railway and the Vancouver Police Department
land grants; early “land flipping”; James Z. Hall, Convenor: Callie Wong 10:00-11:00
B.C.’s first Notary Public; a Chinese-run market gar- Halpern Room No Charge
den; and the sale of the four-square city blocks to
what was then the Municipality of Point Grey in LECTURE SERIES
1926 by Jessie Hall, James’ widow, the first white Knowledgeable specialists lecture on diverse topics.
child born in the Cariboo and daughter of Samuel Jan. 15 The Remarkable History of the VanDusen
Greer another pioneer of some notoriety. Site, and the Role of the CPR: Told by
Convenor: Linda Hull Thurs. Mar. 7 Midge Oke with historic photographs from
Halpern Room 1:30-3:30 the Vancouver City Archives
No charge Jan. 22 Trinity Western: A Conflict of Rights: Hoi
Kong, UBC Professor of Constitutional Law
IS105 JANE KOKAN LECTURE SERIES Jan. 29 Hummingbirds in your Garden, and Con-
Each lecture will showcase unique themes, photos and servation beyond the Garden: Dr. Chris-
videos the award-winning filmmaker and journalist tine Bishop, Wildlife Research Scientist,
captured on her travels to over 40 countries in the Environment and Climate Change Canada.
world. Adjunct Professor, Biology SFU and UBC
Jan. 23 War Crimes, Genocide and Crimes Against Feb. 5 Building Waterslides: the Best Job in the
Humanity. Can the global community pre- World: Emily Colombo, White Water West
vent, yet another, genocide in the making? Feb. 12 The Real Estate Foundation of British Co-
Jan. 30 Brexit. What are its implications for the rest lumbia: What exactly is it? Assisting BC
of the world? Why exactly is Britain leaving Communities Towards Sustainable Devel-
the European Union? opment: Jack Wong, Chief Executive Of-
Feb. 6 NATO: Keeping the Peace on this planet? ficer of the Foundation.
Feb. 13 Archaeology—Pyramids in the Balkans? Feb. 19 A Giant on Clay Feet. The Dutch East In-
Feb. 20 Nation building challenges? Does the world dia Company in the 17th and 18th Centu-
need another ‘mini-state’ with no economic ries: Dr. Joost Schokkenbroek, Executive
and geo-political prospects? Kosovo’s sover- Director, Vancouver Maritime Museum
eignty at stake? Feb. 26 The Attack on Science is a Symptom.
Feb. 27 The Canadian North. An eyewitness account: What is the Disease? Dr. Robert
Rankin Inlet. Nunavut’s second-largest com- Woodham, professor emeritus and former
munity: challenges and opportunities. head of Computer Science, UBC
Instructor: Jane Kokan Wed. Jan. 23-Feb. 27 Mar. 5 Improving the Health, Safety and Well-
Halpern Room 1:00-3:00 Being of Women in Vancouver’s Street-
$105/6 weeks Based Sex Trade: Mebrat Beyene, Execu-
tive Director, Wish Drop-In Centre Society
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USA: A Return to the 1930’s? Dr. Heidi Try something new for 30 days, Matt Cutts
Tworek, Assistant Professor in International His- Jan. 21 Marijuana
tory, UBC. Visiting Fellow, Center for History and What commercialization is doing to cannabis,
Economics, Harvard University; Non-Resident Fel- Ben Cort
low, German Marshall Fund of the United States;
A doctor’s case for medical marijuana,
Non-Resident Fellow, Canadian Global Affairs In-
stitute David Casarett
Mar. 19 Infectious Diseases: Past, Present and Jan. 28 Artificial Intelligence, Technology and You
Future: Dr . Allison Mah (VGH) and Dr. William Technology that knows what you’re feeling,
Connors (St. Pauls Hospital), UBC Division of In- Poppy Crum
fectious Diseases, Department of Medicine A funny look at the unintended consequences of
Convenor: Allan Strain Tues. 10:30-11:30 technology, Chuck Nice
Halpern Room How AI could compose a personalized soundtrack
to your life, Pierre Barreau
IS106 LEGENDARY PERFORMERS Feb. 4 Must love animals, especially dogs
Some performers are simply born great. It is their How the teddy bear taught us compassion,
combination of talent and charisma which makes Jon Mooallen
them legendary. Neil Ritchie examines what makes Depressed dogs, cats with OCD – what animal mad-
a performer great and looks at how, besides talent, ness means for humans, Laurel Braitman
their early lives, family, education, career choices, Two poems about what dogs think (probably),
mentoring, integrity, musicality, direction, timing, Billy Collins
and, of course, luck impacted their careers. Spend Feb. 11 Language
some time with each of them enjoying their music What makes a word real? Anne Curzan
and learning about their often complicated person- How language shapes the way we think,
al lives. Lera Boroditsky
Jan. 18 Porgy and Bess: The masterpiece few peo- Go ahead, make up new words, Erin McKean
ple have seen. Feb. 25 Shame & its cost
Jan. 25 Legends of the jazz saxophone: A survey The price of shame, Monica Lewinsky
of the iconic masters of the most soulful When online shaming goes too far, Jon Ronson
jazz instrument. March 4 Discover Brain Power
Feb. 1 Aretha Franklin: A pioneer of soul music How we can use light to see deep inside our bodies
and her complex personal life. and brains, May Lou Jepson
Feb. 8 Harry Warren: One of the great songwrit- A headset that reads your brainwaves, Tan Le
ers of tin pan alley know for his Busby How to control someone else’s arm with your brain,
Berkley musicals and Glenn Miller hits. Greg Gage
Feb. 15 Quincy Jones: Producer, band-leader, Mar 11 The great political divide
soundtrack composer and trend setter. Can a divided America heal, Jonathan Haidt & Chris
Feb. 22 Diana Krall/Bruno Mars: The cool and the Anderson
hot. A study in contrasts. How our friendship survives our opposing politics,
Instructor: Neil Ritchie Fri. Jan. 18-Feb. 22 Caitlan Quattromani & Lauran Arledge
Halpern Room 10:00-12:00
Convenors: Christine Chou, Lyz Sayer
$90/6 weeks
Halpern Room Mon. 12:00-1:00
LUNCH WITH TED - IDEAS WORTH SPREADING
OCEANWISE LECTURE SERIES
Pick up your lunch from the cafeteria and join Chris-
This lecture series will explore how all facets of
tine Chou and Lyz Sayer as they present a selection of
modern society affect, and are affected by, climate
TED videos followed by a short discussion on the topic
change and our oceans. It will concentrate on sig-
of the day. Each session is from 50 to 60 minutes long.
nificant, but under-reported aspects of sustainabil-
Please allow sufficient time to get settled before the
ity and climate change and demonstrate that, not
video starts. only is it important that we tackle human-induced
Jan. 14 Innovation – And you mental changes, but that it is vital that we do so in
Where good ideas come from, Steve Johnson the most effective way we can. It will take into
Page 14 To register for our 2019 Winter programs go to www.brockhousesociety.com, visit or phone the officeaccount the social, cultural, political and biological Jan. 30 E-COMM 911—9-1-1 is your connection to
factors that influence the worlds’ ecosystems, and police, fire and ambulance. Find out WHEN to call
the complex interactions between these factors, 9-1-1, and what steps to take once you have help
using science and evidence-based studies as our on the line. E-Comm provides emergency commu-
guide. nication services in Metro Vancouver and 25 other
Registration is required for this series. regional districts across B.C. E-Comm is the largest
Convenor: Callie Wong Wed. Feb. 13-Mar. 6 9-1-1 centre in British Columbia and is responsible
Halpern Room 1:00-2:00 for 92 per cent of the province’s 9-1-1 call volume.
No charge An E-Comm representative will fill you in on the
whole procedure. Don’t miss this!
PHILOSOPHY READING AND DISCUSSION GROUP
Part 10: Political Philosophy - From Plato to Mar. 20 Progressive Portfolio Construction
Marley Snow, FMA, CIWM, CIM TD Bank
Modern Thought
The economy is in a position unlike any other time
The material for this discussion group is designed as
an introduction to Political Philosophy. We will read in history. Find out how the landscape has changed
and discuss Ancient Political thought, Medieval Politics, and the smart technology you can use to adapt
Rationality and Enlightenment to Post War Politics. your investment strategy. The discussion will be
Members are required to come to the group prepared around portfolio protection strategies using new
to discuss the agreed text readings of Jack Thomson’s and innovative alternative ideas. (This presenta-
History of Philosophy. We will also view The Great tion runs from 2:00-3:00)
Courses DVD Lecture Series on Political Philosophy Convenor: Callie Wong Wed.1:00-2:00
taught by Dr. Lawrence Calhoone. Group is limited to Halpern Room
ten participants. Please contact the convenor through
IS107 TOASTMASTERS SPEECHCRAFT
the office before attending for the first time.
The purpose of this workshop is to teach participants,
Convenor: Glenys Acland Tues. 1:15-3:00
in a friendly and supportive way, how to reduce their
Games Room
fear of public speaking. You will learn and practice the
PHOTOGRAPHY LECTURE dos and don’ts of impromptu speaking, preparing and
“Where should the eyes be looking?” giving an easy formal speech (usually about yourself)
Join Brock House member and professional pho- and learning how to evaluate other speakers in the
tographer Doug Johnson. His lecture will cover al- process. Also, you will have the opportunity to rant on
most 50 years in photography....fashion, advertis- anything your concerned about. You will find this ex-
ing, sports, and some personal photos covering perience both fun and helpful in your everyday life.
travel, and family. There will be time after the lec- Instructor: Bob Nakovics Tues. Jan. 22-Mar. 12
ture for questions. Halpern Room 1:30-2:30
Instructor: Doug Johnson Monday, Mar. 18 $80/8 weeks
Halpern Room 1:00-3:00 TRAVEL SERIES
No charge Photographers share their travel experiences
SENIORS ’ SERVICES SERIES Jan. 14 Fascinating Sable Island, NS: Wild Horses
The Program Committee is pleased to offer several and Sand Dunes, Helen Smith
lectures by people who are professionals in their Jan. 21 Highlights from a 20-day Guided Tour of
fields. The format allows plenty of time for ques- China, John Gadsby
tions from the audience. Registration is required Jan. 28 Mid-Pacific Meanderings: The Marquesas
for this series. Islands, Rob Allan
Feb. 04 New Mexico & Colorado, Neil le Nobel
Jan. 23 Cooking for One—Rosalie Lung
Feb. 11 Gabon: My Work with Dr. Albert Schweit-
Healthy eating plays a big part in healthy aging.
zer in Lambarene, Erik Rasmussen
Registered Dietician Rosalie from Vancouver
Feb. 18 BC Day—Brock House Closed
Coastal Health’s ‘Healthy Living Program’ will share
Feb. 25 Bangkok to Paris: 11 Months by Bicycle,
some simple, healthy eating ideas with us, as well
as some easy, healthy and fun recipes. Chris Oram and Margo Mactaggart
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Boat Tour, Denmark, Rose Taylor Learn our second official language in a class for
Mar. 11 Peru: Exploring Incan & pre-Incan Civiliza- complete beginners. The emphasis is on conversa-
tions, Graham Baldwin tion in an informal class. We will work on grammar
Mar. 18 South Africa’s Wild Coast, Wendy Royal and vocabulary as you practice basic oral skills. We
Convenor: Jo Pleshakov Mon. 10:30-noon will also practice basic reading, writing and pro-
Halpern Room nunciation. The class is dynamic and interactive!
Begg Room Mon. Jan. 14-Mar. 18
IS108 UNDERSTANDING MUSIC 9:30-11:00
The purpose of this course is to answer two ques- $105/9 weeks
tions: How is music put together? How do we listen
to it? We will consider some of the basic elements LG102 Intermediate
of melody, harmony, and rhythm, and explore how For those who have a working knowledge of low
composers use these elements to achieve a partic- intermediate or intermediate French, this program
ular effect. offers an exciting way to improve or refresh your
Our discussions will emphasize the importance of skills. We will study various aspects of grammar
concentration and memory in understanding music and vocabulary and tie them together with dynamic
and fun speaking exercises for communicating in
and, most importantly, the role of the listener’s im-
French-speaking countries and provinces. All mate-
agination. Our listening examples will come from a
rials will be provided. If you wish to travel to France
broad range of repertoire, from the Baroque to the
or Quebec, communicate with French-speaking
early 20th century.
friends or refresh your knowledge of French, this
Nicolas Krusek is a professional musician, conduc- course is for you. Students should be able to speak
tor and speaker on music-related topics. He has comfortably in the present tense and have reason-
performed with and directed numerous professional, able knowledge of the past and future tenses.
amateur and youth orchestras throughout BC and Begg Room Mon. Jan. 14-Mar. 18
Central Europe 11:15-12:45
Instructor: Nicolas Krusek Thurs. Jan. 17-Feb. 28 $105/9 weeks
Halpern Room 1:00-3:00
(no class Jan. 24) $90.00/6 weeks LG103 Advanced
This course is for students who have completed the
IS109 The WORLD OF FRENCH WINES intermediate course or who have an excellent
The French are known for their joie de vivre. Join us knowledge of intermediate French and who want to
as we take you across this fabulously remarkable move to the advanced level. We shall study ad-
country of wine excellence. From the sparkling vanced level grammar and vocabulary points in an
hillsides of Champagne to the Southern borders of interactive way, allowing students to speak as
the Languedoc. In between, we retrace the steps of much as possible. Students should be comfortable
Roman legions into Burgundy and the Rhone. Yet, speaking in the present, past and future tenses but
we recognize the superlative quality of Bordeaux not fluently.
wines and the romance of the Loire. Games Room Mon. Jan. 14-Mar. 18
Instructor: Dr. Clinton Lee Mon. Jan. 28-Mar. 4 1:30-3:00
Halpern Room 1:30-3:15 $105/9 weeks
$105.00/5 weeks SPANISH CONVERSATION
Basic conversation and pronunciation in an infor-
LANGUAGES mal setting. Excellent experience for those plan-
ning to travel to Mexico and South America. Pre-
CONVERSATIONAL FRENCH registration is required for these classes.
The Sorbonne Ecole de Francais is a Canadian- Instructor: Carlos Rabago Tues. Jan. 22-Feb. 26
owned French language school. The school prides Level 1-Beginners 11:00-Noon
itself on the high quality of the teaching. The clas- Level 2-Intermediate Noon-1:00
ses are focused and instructive, energetic and fun. Games Room 6 weeks
No Charge
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MUSIC PROGRAMS Kerrisdale Seniors’ Centre, West 42nd Ave. & West
Boulevard.
BROCK HOUSE BIG BAND Conductors:
The Brock House Big Band is an 18 piece band with Grace Lau Mon. 9:30-Noon
a repertoire designed for swing dances. The band Jeong Hur Wed. 1:30-4:00
performs on average sixteen times a year, deliver-
BROCK HOUSE JAZZ BAND
ing big band music to community centres, hospitals
The Brock House Jazz Band consists of 4 soloists, a
and seniors’ residences. The repertoire changes to
4 piece rhythm section and a vocalist, dedicated to
match major public holidays such as St. Valentine's playing old style jazz standards. We entertain reg-
Day, Easter, Remembrance Day, and Christmas. The ularly for dances at Brock House, Seniors’ Centres,
band meets for practice each Tuesday and Friday and Care Homes. At present, there are no vacan-
from September to June at the following locations cies in the Band, but, if you are interested in our
and times: music, you are welcome to come and listen-in to
W.P.G. Com. Centre (Aberthau): Tues.10:00-11:30 our weekly practices in the House.
Kerrisdale Seniors' Centre: Fri. 9:30-11:45 Leader: Rob Arseneau
Director: Andrew Clark, 604-842-8581 Bookings: Doug Rogerson
Outreach: Brenda Clark, 604-842-8581 Halpern/Activity Room Thurs. 1:00-3:00
BROCK HOUSE CHAMBER PLAYERS BROCK HOUSE ORCHESTRA
We are always looking for new members who play This is a full symphony orchestra giving regular
strings, woodwinds or brass! Come by to see us on concerts of classical and modern works at seniors’
Wednesday afternoon with your instrument and we homes and community centres. We enjoy rehears-
will be glad to see you. Set-up at 1:00, music from ing with our professional conductor, Jeffrey Tseng,
1:00-3:00. and perform most years at the Summer Fair. If you
Director: TBA Wed. 1:00-3:00 play a symphonic instrument, come to the Begg
Room on Wednesday mornings. New members are
Begg Room
welcome, especially string players.
BROCK HOUSE CHOIR Director/Conductor: Jeffrey Tseng
We are a four-voice choir. At present we cannot Director Emeritus: Ernie Fiedler
take any more members, but if you would like in- Outreach: Philip Neame
formation please call our Choir President, Sharon Begg Room Wed. 10:00-noon
Copeman at 604-263-9917 or our Membership
SING-A-LONG
Chair, Diana Bragg at 604-224-3897. Practices are
Brighten your day; leave your worries on the door-
held at the Seniors’ Centre, Kerrisdale Community
step; come on over to the sunny side and sing
Centre.
along or swing along with the Brock House Socie-
Director: Elsie Stephen Tues. 1:00-3:15
ty’s gleeful senior songsters on Monday afternoon.
Out of House
The benefits of ensemble singing in a non-
threatening social setting are unique for each indi-
HANDBELLS (Brock House/Kerrisdale)
vidual. We hope the fun we have will improve your
Join this enjoyable and rewarding group activity. No
sense of joy and overall well-being and, of course,
handbell experience required but we do ask that
your singing. All voices are welcome.
you are 55 or older and able to read music.
We do some sing-alongs at Brock House events and
Please contact President Jean Peggie, 604-732- our monthly visits to Vancouver seniors’ residences
3354 or Grace Lau, 604-323-8131 before register- are popular with both our hosts and our members.
ing. Monday morning conductor Grace Lau and Pianist: Leora Williams
Wednesday afternoon conductor Jeong Hur. Please with Joane Sunahara on recorder
Conservatory/Begg Room Mon. 1:30-3:00
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During these time periods, volunteer woodworkers
AFTER HOURS Out of House produce items for sale at our fundraisers and fill
The following social group is intended for all Brock orders between fairs. If you have woodworking
House members - couples and singles alike, or experience and would like to contribute, please
those that have partners who are either unable to consider joining us. All participants must sign a
join them, or who do not share the same interests. Participation Release form and read and observe the
Activities are scheduled on weekday evenings. Workshop Rules.
Members are responsible for their own transporta- Convenor: Bill Ramey Mon. & Thurs. 9:00-Noon
tion and expenses.
ADVENTURES IN DINING WRITTEN WORD
This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other
Brock House members while enjoying dinner at
one of Vancouver’s many fine restaurants. Dinners BOOK CLUB
are scheduled approximately 6 – 8 times per To ensure free access to books from the public
year, with breaks during the summer months library, and to allow for full participation in the
and Christmas/New Year season. The convenor discussion, the group is limited in number. At this
time there are no vacancies. Please contact
(s) selects a restaurant for its interesting menu
Francine through the Brock House office for more
and emails members with details, and a proposed
information.
date(s) for the event. Those interested reply by
Convenor: Francine Panet-Raymond
email to reserve a place, and await confirma-
Meyer Room Last Friday of month, 1:15-3:15
tion. Member input to the choice of cuisine and
venue is welcomed. Groups are usually limited to 6 LIFE WRITING
people to facilitate service and conversation, as so- A well-organized writing group write on varying life
cializing is a focus. Contact one of the convenors experiences. We meet once a week to inspire and
to join the mailing list. encourage creativity. Weekly assignments receive
Convenors: Christine Chou (2muffychou@telus.net) positive feedback and mutual support. Improving
Lesley Dawson-Burns (ldawsonburns@telus.net) our work is our objective. Producing polished
Jan Smith (4jannys@gmail.com) work is our goal. This is not a drop-in class. Those
interested in joining the class must contact Inge
WORKSHOP Andreen through the office BEFORE the first class,
as the class has limited enrollment.
Convenor: Inge Andreen Thurs. Jan. 17-Mar. 21
WORKSHOP Meyer Room 10:00-Noon
Members experienced with woodworking machin-
ery are welcome. All participants must sign a Partici- PLAY READING
pation Release form and read and observe the Come to read and enjoy plays in a friendly and
Workshop Rules. If you wish to use the Workshop, supportive atmosphere. English reading and
please contact the convenor through the office for speaking
a safety and operational briefing on shop and
equipment procedures. Convenor: Penny Pearson Mon. 1:00-3:00
Convenor: Bill Ramey Mon. & Thurs. Noon-3:45 Meyer Room
Tues., Wed. & Fri. 9:00-3:45
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