Summer Afternoon BBQ

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FALL DANCE

Saturday September 6th: Doors open at 7 pm

Dance the night away to the Music from the 50s to the 90s starting at 7:30 pm performed by Flashback

There will be a sweet table at 9:30 pm with Decaf Coffee, Tea and Water, BYOB and Snacks

DOOR PRIZES * SPOT DANCES * SHARE THE WEALTH

Ticket are $20.00 pp on sale in the lobby of the BHCC

• Tuesday August 19th – 10:00 am to noon
• Thursday August 21st- 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
• Wednesday August 27th – 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

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Travelogues

7:00 PM in the BHCC Great Room.

Please make note of these future dates for the 2025 Travelogues:

• Monday, August 11 –
  • Briars Travel Club Cruise by Allyn Willard
  • Vacation 2020 by Allyn & Mary Willard
• October 20
• November 10
• December 15

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Allyn & Mary Willard Travelogue Coordinators
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Briar Hill Telephone Directory 2025

The 2025 Briar Hill Telephone Directory is available for purchase at the BHCC Office during office hours –

Monday through Thursday, 9:30am to 3pm

The cost is $10.00 per Directory (exact cash or cheque only)

NOTE: The Telephone Directory is available to Briar Hill Residents only.

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Tai Chi?

We have heard from residents interested in adding Tai Chi as a regular activity at the center.

We are looking for instructors from our community who would like to lead Tai Chi sessions, as well as a volunteer to coordinate and help organize the program.

If you or someone you know is interested in teaching or assisting with this activity, please let us know. Send an email to: bhcc@rogers.com

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NEW Book Club at the BHCC

Friday April 4th – 2 pm to 4 pm in the East Room

Renata Flor has kindly volunteered to coordinate a monthly book club at the BHCC.

If you enjoy reading and discussing books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other book lovers

Let us know if you plan to attend the first introductory meeting

Send an email to: bhcc@rogers.com

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Activity Fees and Supporter Cards waived

for the

Fiscal Year November 1st, 2024 to October 31st, 2025

The Operating Fund for BHCC was nearly depleted by the time the Community Centre was allowed to re-open after the COVID Pandemic. To assist in the recovery and continue to offer programs and events, residents were asked to contribute $1.00 per activity attended or purchase an annual Supporter Card for $60.00.

There are now sufficient funds in the Operating account to sustain the Centre for the next fiscal year. The Board of Directors voted unanimously to defer collection of Activity Fees for this coming year. This is a deferral only. We are cautiously optimistic that revenue generated from the concert series, social events, yard sale, golf league contributions, and other contributing events will sustain operations for the immediate future without the need to collect Activity Fees. A decision will be made next October, 2025. If revenues are sufficient and operations are adequately funded, the fees will continue to be waived. If not, the Activity Fees will be reinstated.

The Board of Directors thanks all of the residents who understood the need and cooperated in paying the fees.  A special thank you goes to the Activity Coordinators who collected the fees. Your efforts are appreciated.

We look forward to your continued participation in the many events and activities offered for your enjoyment at the Briar Hill Community Centre.

Sincerely,

Your Board of Directors,

BRIAR HILL COMMUNITY CENTRE

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Learning Programs

We have some interesting discussion groups to help your brain limber up after the pandemic. There are designated speakers but also a lot of questions and ideas and friendly discussions. Come out and join us!

Peer Learning Group (PLG)

The PLG returned October 1st for another season of ‘weekly’ discussions on topics of interest as presented by attendees on select Tuesdays, 9:00 am in the BHCC Lounge. Briar Hill residents and their guests are welcome. Meetings are 2 hours in a non-confrontational forum wherein a PLG’er presents a topic of general interest in the first portion of the meeting. A recess with refreshments is taken, then we conclude with a “Round Table” short presentation of a current topic.

See the eNews for the current topic!

There is a fee of $1 for refreshments.

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Open Mic

Every other Tuesday starting Jan. 16th, 1 pm to 4 pm in the Lower Level
drop-in to listen or join the group.

We are calling all musicians, regardless of skill level, to join the group or an afternoon of friendly, non-aggressive  jamming, or solo playing with your instrument.

Craig is into “ Old Country Classics”, and “Light Rock Golden Oldies”.  Most of his music ranges from the 1950s to the 1970s, from Johnny Cash to the Beatles.

For those who would just like to listen, you are more than welcome to come over to the Lower Level, pull up a chair, relax and enjoy.

Any questions please contact Craig at 705 434 4742 or clsbloom@bell.net.

Music Instruction

Every Wednesday starting January 10th, noon to 2 pm in the Lower Level. Pre-registration is required.  Contact Craig Bloom at 705 434 4742 or clsbloom@bell.net

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Calling All Singles

The BHCC Singles Social Club is for singles like you that want to live life to the fullest. What a fun way to meet new friends with Events & Adventures?

In this group, there’s no pressure, everyone relaxes, and you can be yourself. Our only motive here is good people, good places, and good fun.

Anyone wanting to join this dynamic group, please contact Mary McGee at mardanmc47@gmail.com or 705-435-2061. Please provide your name, address, email address, telephone # and advise if you are a snowbird.

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The Art Gallery

Come to the Centre and check out the new exhibition of paintings.

Diane Hoondert is displaying pieces painted in watercolour, and acrylic. Also look for her dramatic collage. She derives her inspiration from travel, still life and family.

Pat Lehman uses pen and ink and watercolours to paint what she sees in nature. The soft hues she has employed complement the colours of spring.
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