This year our National Autumn Luncheon is being held in the lovely town of Lugano in our Ticino & Grison Region. We hope many BRA members from other areas will be able to join us and meet members from the Ticino & Grisons region. We will be offered a welcome drink while we wait for everyone to gather. The Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola is an exquisite hotel catering for the most discerning guest, we will also be able to sample the delights of the well renowned cuisine! The hotel is set in really lovely grounds very near the centre of Lugano. Lunch will be served in the hotel’s dining room ‘La Ruccola’. Time: 12:15 for Welcome drink 13:00 for Luncheon Reservations to: Email: secretary@britishresidents.ch or mobile: 079 322 44 52 By Sunday 10 October 2021 please. Menu: Starter: Courgette flan with a vegetable fantasy Main Dish: Corn chicken breast with whole grain mustard and a smoked potato mousseline or Red Drum fish served on steamed cabbage with a lemon thyme sauce Dessert: Roulade with bio lemon mousse, strawberries and a ginger sauce Cost: CHF: 67.- for BRA Members (All inclusive) CHF: 95.- for Non-Members (All inclusive) To confirm your reservation, […]

We meet the last Tuesday of each month, but please phone or e-mail to be sure it is taking place. We have been delighted to know that some members, not in our book club, have also been reading the books we have recommended. Anybody wishing for a list of our books past and present should contact Angie on the details below. Reservations: Angie Meier-Jones at: angiemeier@gmx.ch or 079 322 44 52  

Business Luncheon hosted by the Geneva Chapter with Guest Speaker Henk Potts – Director Investment Strategy, Barclays Private Bank. ABOUT THE EVENT What will be the longer-term effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the financial markets? Should we be pessimistic about pressure on incomes, especially low-incomes and the effect on spending, as well as the retail, leisure and other important business sectors? Perhaps international investors might have cause for optimism: and then perhaps not. There must be new opportunities for the realist. But where? These and many more questions will be addressed by the Cassandra of Canary Wharf, the guru of the gold price: the irrepressible Henk Potts! Henk makes is fourteenth, consecutive, annual visit to the BSCC Geneva Chapter and his thirteenth in person. What a track record! Register early to avoid missing this flagship event! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Please note that a valid COVID Certificate is mandatory to attend this event. Please click HERE for more information. REGISTRATION FEES:- BSCC Members and their Guests CHF 95.- British Residents’ of Switzerland Members and their Guests CHF 95.- Non Members CHF190.-  

In the heart of Valais, near to Sion, the restaurant at the Auberge de la Gare in Châteauneuf-Conthey will welcome us on the second Tuesday of each month. They propose the menu du jour which includes: Choice of starter Choice of main course Choice of dessert Coffee or tea Cost: CHF: 26.- (Other drinks – not included) A CHF: 5.- charge per person for Non-Members should be paid to the BRA representative. Transport: Very conveniently situated, just across the road from the train station of Châteauneuf-Conthey. Parking: There is ample parking on two sides of the building. Reservations to: Andrew Konecki Email: andrewkonecki3@gmail.com by the Thursday before the event please.

After the Service of Remembrance, there will be a reception at the Hotel Astra, 1800 Vevey. (opposite Vevey railway station).  All are welcome to join.   PLEASE NOTE: You will need to show ID, and proof of double vaccination, or a negative test to enter the hotel and Reception .

On the 11th of each month, the BRA Central Region members meet up to have a drink and a chat. We look forward to catching up with old friends and meeting new people. Please feel free to join us. Cost: Pay for what you consume. Reservations: Not required – Just turn up but it would be helpful to know if you intend to come. Contact: Joy Sandoz on email: joy.sandoz@gmail.com or tel: 032 753 11 39    

Let us be guided through the old districts of Grossbasel and make you more familiar with the types of punishment handed down by the courts of law since the 15th century. You will find out more about public humiliation and corporal punishments, as well as executioners and grave diggers. Where did they live in those days? What did they do? We will also find out the roles women played in those times, what kind of things would get them branded a criminal and when did they help to catch offenders? You can look forward to a killer tour full of excitement. Our tour ends at the Pfalz on the Münsterplatz. Naturally we will be having a coffee stop at the end! Place: Meet at the Tinguely Fountain by the Theatre Basel Steinentorstrasse 7, 4052 Basel Cost: CHF 25.- Reservations to: Angie Meier-Jones: angiemeier@gmx.ch or mobile: 079 322 44 52 Please confirm by 10 November 2021    

Join in a social occasion and enjoy a delicious 3-course menu of the day, with water and coffee included. The restaurant is designated a historic building but has recently been renovated. The centre of Tannay Village is often overlooked by passers-by but is very attractive, especially in autumn. Cost: CHF: 40.- BRA Members CHF: 45.- Non-Members Sorry but No-shows will be charged. Payment: Upon arrival, in CHF cash Reservations to: Jan Powell, Email: janpowell.info@gmail.com Pam Walsh, Email: pamela.walsh@bluewin.ch Parking: Car parks are available at the restaurant and as signposted. Remember your parking disc.    

Local Valaisanne Bakery/Tea-Room, Zenhäusern in Sierre “Chez Zen” have agreed to prepare for us a full English breakfast consisting of :- Fresh orange juice 2 slices of bacon, 2 sausages, 2 eggs, tomato (2 halves), Baked beans, mushrooms, toast & butter Coffee or tea, for the price of CHF: 19.90 for BRA Members A CHF: 5.- charge per person for Non-Members should be paid to the BRA representative. Vegetarian option also available 🙂 There is also a huge selection of food and drink to choose from on their regular menu. Come along and join us for just a drink or something to eat, it’s your choice…. Cost: Pay for what you consume Reservations to: Andrew Konecki Email: andrewkonecki3@gmail.com by the Wednesday before the event. When reserving please let us know if you wish to eat an English breakfast or not.  

We meet the last Tuesday of each month, but please phone or e-mail to be sure it is taking place. We have been delighted to know that some members, not in our book club, have also been reading the books we have recommended. Anybody wishing for a list of our books past and present should contact Angie on the details below. Reservations: Angie Meier-Jones at: angiemeier@gmx.ch or 079 322 44 52  

This year we have arranged a cocktail party in the Sala del Camino. We will be offered the wonderful, tasty nibbles from the Grand Hotel’s exceptional chefs and enjoy a glass of wine or two in the good company of our members.  Cost: CHF 50.- BRA-Members CHF 60.- Non-Members Reservation to: Beverly Ortelli, Email: 1superspider@bluemail.ch or Penny Osti, Email: p.osti@bluewin.ch  

This year we are having our traditional Christmas lunch in Vevey. We look forward to seeing you all and finish off the year in festive style. Cost: BRA Member CHF 65.- Non-Member CHF 75.- (Please pay cash on the day – Other drinks not included) Included in the price:  12:00 – Christmas Aperitif 13:00 – Traditional Christmas Lunch (Vegetarian option also available) Reservations to: Andrew Konecki: andrewkonecki3@gmail.com or tel: 021 921 23 30 Please confirm by Wednesday 24th November 2021. Parking: On the square just in front of the restaurant.  

Join us for our annual traditional Christmas dinner in the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the Auberge in Founex. As ever we shall be getting into the Christmas spirit with a Christmas themed quiz and by singing some traditional Christmas tunes. Numbers are likely to be limited so book early.  Cost: CHF: 50.- BRA Members CHF: 60.- Non-Members Payment on arrival – Cash please. No-shows will be charged. Reservations to: Jan Powell, Email: janpowell.info@gmail.com Pam Walsh, Email: pamela.walsh@bluewin.ch By 4 December please Parking: Available at the Auberge. 

Looking forward to our Christmas get together at this popular restaurant. Cost:                BRA Members CHF 65.- Non-Members CHF 75.- (Please pay on the day) Reservations to: Angie Meier-Jones angiemeier@gmx.ch or mobile: 079 322 44 52 Please confirm by 01 December 2021 Transport: The Mühle is to be found at the end of the number 6 tramline in Allschwil. MENU Nüsslisalad mit Pilzen garniert Maispoulardenbrust an Cassissauce mit Gemüse Bouquet und Spätzle Mango Tiramisu (Coffee and water included in the price)  

Local Valaisanne Bakery/Tea-Room, Zenhäusern in Sierre “Chez Zen” have agreed to prepare for us a full English breakfast consisting of :- Fresh orange juice 2 slices of bacon, 2 sausages, 2 eggs, tomato (2 halves), Baked beans, mushrooms, toast & butter Coffee or tea, for the price of CHF: 19.90 for BRA Members A CHF: 5.- charge per person for Non-Members should be paid to the BRA representative. Vegetarian option also available 🙂 There is also a huge selection of food and drink to choose from on their regular menu. Come along and join us for just a drink or something to eat, it’s your choice…. Cost: Pay for what you consume Reservations to: Andrew Konecki Email: andrewkonecki3@gmail.com by the Wednesday before the event. When reserving please let us know if you wish to eat an English breakfast or not.  

We meet the last Tuesday of each month, but please phone or e-mail to be sure it is taking place. We have been delighted to know that some members, not in our book club, have also been reading the books we have recommended. Anybody wishing for a list of our books past and present should contact Angie on the details below. Reservations: Angie Meier-Jones at: angiemeier@gmx.ch or 079 322 44 52  

In the heart of Valais, near to Sion, the restaurant at the Auberge de la Gare in Châteauneuf-Conthey will welcome us on the second Tuesday of each month. They propose the menu du jour which includes: Choice of starter Choice of main course Choice of dessert Coffee or tea Cost: CHF: 26.- (Other drinks – not included) A CHF: 5.- charge per person for Non-Members should be paid to the BRA representative. Transport: Very conveniently situated, just across the road from the train station of Châteauneuf-Conthey. Parking: There is ample parking on two sides of the building. Reservations to: Andrew Konecki Email: andrewkonecki3@gmail.com by the Thursday before the event please.

On the 11th of each month, the BRA Central Region members meet up to have a drink and a chat. We look forward to catching up with old friends and meeting new people. Please feel free to join us. Cost: Pay for what you consume. Reservations: Not required – Just turn up but it would be helpful to know if you intend to come. Contact: Joy Sandoz on email: joy.sandoz@gmail.com or tel: 032 753 11 39    

Direct on the banks of the Rhine and just a stone’s throw away from the “Mittelere Brücke”, you will find the perfect place for our traditional fondue evening. Cost: Self-paying  Reservations to:   Angie Meier-Jones: angiemeier@gmx.ch or mobile: 079 322 44 52 Please confirm by 15 January 2022 Transport: Take the bus or tram 6, 8 or 14 to the tram stop Rheingasse

We meet the last Tuesday of each month, but please phone or e-mail to be sure it is taking place. We have been delighted to know that some members, not in our book club, have also been reading the books we have recommended. Anybody wishing for a list of our books past and present should contact Angie on the details below. Reservations: Angie Meier-Jones at: angiemeier@gmx.ch or 079 322 44 52  

We would like to invite our NE Region members to an “Online Get-Together”. We meet on ZOOM the second Wednesday of each month.   If you have a computer, laptop, smartphone or iPad meeting up on zoom is quite easy. Either download the Zoom app or just click on the email link you will receive after we have received your email wishing to join in.    Cost: Free Reservations to: Joanna Koch on Email: Joanna@joannakoch.ch  Please reserve no later than the day prior to the event to receive an invitation.

On the 11th of each month, the BRA Central Region members meet up to have a drink and a chat. We look forward to catching up with old friends and meeting new people. Please feel free to join us. Cost: Pay for what you consume. Reservations: Not required – Just turn up but it would be helpful to know if you intend to come. Contact: Joy Sandoz on email: joy.sandoz@gmail.com or tel: 032 753 11 39    

Do not miss this chance to catch up with old and new friends. It has proven to be a real backbone event for the North-West Region and is well attended with always a lot to discuss! Restaurant just opposite to the Swiss railway station. Cost:  Pay for what you consume Reservations: Not required  

We would like to invite our NE Region members to an “Online Get-Together”. We meet on ZOOM the second Wednesday of each month.   If you have a computer, laptop, smartphone or iPad meeting up on zoom is quite easy. Either download the Zoom app or just click on the email link you will receive after we have received your email wishing to join in.    Cost: Free Reservations to: Joanna Koch on Email: Joanna@joannakoch.ch  Please reserve no later than the day prior to the event to receive an invitation.