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14
Aug
2018
Scones and Strawberry Tea
By popular request, and subject to the weather, we may sit in the garden with its view of the Zurich Lake, eat scones with strawberries and cream, and drink lots of good English tea. This is an opportunity to link up with old and new friends as we are inviting the Glarus English Club and the ladies from Zug to join us. We are inviting Maryann Herr, a past President of the Zurich International Women’s Association to share her experiences of managing hotels in Afghanistan, Pakistan and other challenging areas. Transport: There is limited parking in nearby streets, opposite the Gemeindehaus or at the Sanatorium Park House. Take bus No. 161 from Burkliplatz, descend at the bus stop Sanatorium; Or the trains S8 and S24 from the main station to Kilchberg, followed by a short steep walk up the hill and then follow the signposts for Sanatorium Place: Joanna Koch’s home Cost: CHF 8 Reservations: To facilitate catering, please reserve with Joanna by Saturday, 11 August
19
Aug
2018
Summer Barbeque
Once again it is time for our summer barbeque. Come along, enjoy and relax. As usual there will be a salad and dessert buffet provided. Soft drinks, beer and wine will be on sale at a reasonable price. Bring your own choice of meat or fish to cook on the grill. The Barbeque will be held come rain or shine, but we are usually lucky and have glorious weather. Directions: To get to the Eisweiher Hut take tram number 6 to Riehen dorf. Erlensträsschen is immediately on the left, walk down there for about 5 minutes. Parking is available along the street. Cost: CHF 15.00 (Pay on the day). Children free of charge. Reservations to: Martin Rudolf, Erlensträsschen 62, 4125 Riehen, or e-mail mrudolf@gmx.ch Please apply before 5 August 2018
26
Aug
2018
August – Sunday Brunch
After our successful visit in May we are returning for: A good English breakfast with all the trimmings, consisting of: Orange juice 2 slices of bacon, 2 sausages, 2 eggs, tomato (2 halves), Baked beans, mushrooms, toast Coffee or tea Cost: CHF: 20.- pp Reservations to: deborah.kay65@gmail.com by Thursday 23rd August 2018 please.
26
Aug
2018
Non BRA Event – British Car Meeting
Last year over 1,200 British cars came together in the Canton of Glarus, at one of the most important British car meetings in Switzerland. If you own and drive a British made car then come along to Mollis and be part of this unique motorised get-together. Enjoy the diverse stands, refreshments, displays and children’s activities and meet up with other British car owners. This will give us an opportunity to join the Glarus English Club on their territory, a very beautiful and spectacular valley between high peaks right and left. Non British cars are welcome but must be parked outside the main area in another car park which is a few minutes walk away. We are grateful to BRA Member Philip Bellamy for informing us about this event. Some Members attended last year and were absolutely thrilled. So if you are interested, contact Joanna Koch and she will put you in touch with others who plan to go. Special Guest this year – The Rolls Royce Enthusiasts Club For further information contact Joanna Koch. Cost: You pay for what you buy and consume.
28
Aug
2018
Monthly Book Club, Basel
Please note that we are now meeting at the Restaurant Aeschenplatz, Aeschenplatz 4, 4052 Basel. The Restaurant Flügelrad has closed down. 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. Reservations: If you are interested contact Jackie Pearson at: Jackie.pearson@teleport.ch or telephone 061-811-7531 TO BE READ AND DISCUSSED BOOK AUTHOR To be discussed Death in the Dordogne WALKER Martin 26th June 2018 (Bruno, Chèf de Police series) Riptide LAWSON John 31sr July 2018 The Bookshop FITZGERALD Penelope 28th August 2018 […]
03
Sep
2018
Monthly Round Table, Basel
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. Restaurant just opposite to the Swiss railway station. Cost: Pay for what you consume Reservations: Not required
04
Sep
2018
Horse drawn carriage drive through the Cheyres Nature Reserve (Fribourg)
Estayaver-le-Lac is a beautiful little town, well worth a visit. For those who would like to have lunch, there is a pleasant restaurant “Le Moulinet” close by. Menu du jour between CHF 18 and 20. 11.30 for Lunch (pay for what you consume) Program: 14h at the Casino parking 15h wine tasting in the cellars of the Association des Vignerons Broyards 15h 45 drive through the reserve in Cheyres 17h back in Estavayer-le-Lac Cost: CHF 55.- per person Reservations to: Joy Sandoz at 032 753 11 39 or joy.sandoz@gmail.com by 14 August 2018 Please let me know if you are joining us for lunch when you reserve Parking: Casino parking lot 100 m from the train station at Estayaver-le-Lac
07
Sep
2018
Monthly Round Table, Sion
This is a regular chance to catch up with friends and meet new people. Chat over a drink or may be have a snack or a meal. It’s easy to find us…. we always have the Union Jack flags on the table. Parking: Just opposite, under the “Place de la Planta” Cost: Pay for what you consume Reservations: None required, just turn up
11
Sep
2018
Monthly Round Table, Neuchâtel
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 and bring along other British, Commonwealth and Irish people you know. 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, E-mail: joy.sandoz@gmail.com or Tel: 032 7531139
14
Sep
2018
September Autumn Lunch
Our last lunch held at the Rebstock was a most agreeable and pleasant affair. We can order the daily lunch menu which is extremely reasonable. Cost: Self Paying Event Directions: Muttenz is easily reached by the 14 tram or the bus. The Rebstock is at the end of the village behind the walled reformiert church. Reservations to: Angela Meier-Jones, e-mail angiemeier@gmx.ch or tel: 079-322-4452 Please send your application in before 1 September 2018
19
Sep
2018
Visit to AQUATIS
AQUATIS is the largest fresh water vivarium in Europe. 35,000 M2 dedicated to the public: 46 aquariums; 20 different ecosystems; 100 different reptiles, 10,000 fish from 5 continents. The building is an architectural delight. Price: BRA Members: CHF27.- Non members: CHF32.- Discount of CHF5.- if the party is 15 plus. Meet at the Aquarium Entrance. Visit to AQUATIS, the Aquarium Vivarium, Lausanne. Followed by lunch at the Aquatic Hotel within the Aquarium campus. Lunch: 12.00 – 14.00 Lunch at cost: Plat du jour CHF35.- Reservations to: andrewkonecki3@gmail.com Getting there: By car: A9 – Exit to Vennes By the metro: alight at Vennes, train station in the aquatic complex.
23
Sep
2018
Non-BRA Event: Argovia Philharmonic – English Concert Series
Douglas Bostock, the English principal conductor of the Argovia Philharmonic for 18 years is retiring in 2019. In his honour, the orchestra will be performing a series of 5 concerts of music (September, November, January, March (2)) associated with the United Kingdom. These will be followed by a Last Night of the Proms concert in June 2019. Details including dates of the 5 concerts in the ABO-Konzert programme (in German) are on the link: https://www.argoviaphil.ch/konzerte-und-angebote/abo-konzerte/ Details of the Last Night of the Proms are at link: https://www.argoviaphil.ch/konzerte-und-angebote/sonderkonzerte/last-night/ Cost: See ticket prices on www.argoviaphil.ch The orchestra is offering BRA members a group discount of 15% off ticket prices and the opportunity to meet with experts in British music. When booking tickets ensure that you say that you are from the British Residents’ Association. Reservations: Directly with Orchestra on www.argoviaphil.ch Contact: Iris Karahusić on ikarahusic@argoviaphil.ch
25
Sep
2018
Monthly Book Club, Basel
Please note that we are now meeting at the Restaurant Aeschenplatz, Aeschenplatz 4, 4052 Basel. The Restaurant Flügelrad has closed down. 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. Reservations: If you are interested contact Jackie Pearson at: Jackie.pearson@teleport.ch or telephone 061-811-7531 TO BE READ AND DISCUSSED BOOK AUTHOR To be discussed Death in the Dordogne WALKER Martin 26th June 2018 (Bruno, Chèf de Police series) Riptide LAWSON John 31sr July 2018 The Bookshop FITZGERALD Penelope 28th August 2018 […]
27
Sep
2018
Como Bis
A return visit to Como after our very successful one last year…!! Place: Details will be given to the people who inscribe Cost : Share of guide and the lunch you choose Reservations : Mrs Beverly Ortelli, Tel : 091 630 0086, email :1superspider@bluemail.ch
29
Sep
2018
Zwingli, Zurich and the Reformation
Who is aware that the Reformation in Zurich affected the world in a major way and the ultimate success depended upon one woman’s action? Ulrich Zwingli is probably the most influential Swiss who ever lived, but for the past 500 years he has not been given the credit he deserves. The Rev. Catherine McMillan will be with us to give us the background. She is the Ambassador for the Reformation in Zurich – born in Edinburgh, raised in the US, educated in Montpelier, Strasbourg, Heidelberg and Tübingen, ordained to the ministry of the Reformed Church near Zurich and a regular speaker on Swiss Television. Due to her international background she was given the task of wakening interest. Hence her title of “Ambassador” We are delighted and honoured that Catherine McMillan will lead us through an afternoon illuminating little known facts about Zwingli. After lunch, we will be at the “Helferei” just near the Grossmünster for her talk. She will then take us to the Grossmünster and look at the first printed German Bible, the beautiful Kloister Garden and finish up with tea back at the Helferei. Reservations: Contact Joanna Koch for other fascinating details about Zwingli and she will be happy to send […]
03
Oct
2018
Monthly Round Table, Basel
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. Restaurant just opposite to the Swiss railway station. Cost: Pay for what you consume Reservations: Not required
07
Oct
2018
Monthly Round Table, Sion
This is a regular chance to catch up with friends and meet new people. Chat over a drink or may be have a snack or a meal. It’s easy to find us…. we always have the Union Jack flags on the table. Parking: Just opposite, under the “Place de la Planta” Cost: Pay for what you consume Reservations: None required, just turn up
11
Oct
2018
Monthly Round Table, Neuchâtel
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 and bring along other British, Commonwealth and Irish people you know. 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, E-mail: joy.sandoz@gmail.com or Tel: 032 7531139
16
Oct
2018
A Visit to Piacenza
A full day is planned in order to see the Basilica di Santa Maria Campagna, the Duomo, the Basilica di Sant’Antonino, the Galleria d’Arte Moderna Ricci Oddi and much more. We shall have lunch in a local restaurant, L’Osteria Santo Stefano. For this day out to be feasible at a reasonable price, we need to be 16 participants, (and fill the minibus), who must all sign up as soon as possible since we shall have to confirm our booking of the bus and driver several months in advance. No shows will be charged. Place: Meeting in Lugano to board our minibus, place to be confirmed Cost: Share of minibus, entrance to art gallery/ museum, the lunch you choose. The minibus takes 16 people. Reservations to: Mrs Patty Pellegrini, Via Baroffio 1, 6850 Mendrisio, Tel : 091 6465352, or Mrs Penny Osti, tel/fax : 091 9701654, email : p.osti@bluewin.ch or Mrs Beverly Ortelli, Tel : 091 630 0086,email :1superspider@bluemail.ch
26
Oct
2018
Visit to the Nestle Museum and Lunch
This is a recently opened state of the art museum recording the history of Nestle. It is located five minutes walk away behind Vevey Railway station. The Café Henri is located in the museum and the set lunch has received fantastic reports. NB. A minimum of 10 participants needed to enjoy the discounted lunch and entry fee price. Meet at the Café Henri for lunch 12.00. Tour of the Museum 14.15-15.30. Tea/coffee afterwards 15.30-16.30 Cost: Lunch: CHF25. This includes salad, plat du jour, pudding of the day, water, coffee/tea Tour: CHF13.50 (to include audio guide) Reservations to: andrewkonecki3@gmail.com
30
Oct
2018
Monthly Book Club, Basel
Please note that we are now meeting at the Restaurant Aeschenplatz, Aeschenplatz 4, 4052 Basel. The Restaurant Flügelrad has closed down. 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. Reservations: If you are interested contact Jackie Pearson at: Jackie.pearson@teleport.ch or telephone 061-811-7531 TO BE READ AND DISCUSSED BOOK AUTHOR To be discussed Death in the Dordogne WALKER Martin 26th June 2018 (Bruno, Chèf de Police series) Riptide LAWSON John 31sr July 2018 The Bookshop FITZGERALD Penelope 28th August 2018 […]
03
Nov
2018
Monthly Round Table, Basel
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. Restaurant just opposite to the Swiss railway station. Cost: Pay for what you consume Reservations: Not required
07
Nov
2018
Monthly Round Table, Sion
This is a regular chance to catch up with friends and meet new people. Chat over a drink or may be have a snack or a meal. It’s easy to find us…. we always have the Union Jack flags on the table. Parking: Just opposite, under the “Place de la Planta” Cost: Pay for what you consume Reservations: None required, just turn up
11
Nov
2018
Monthly Round Table, Neuchâtel
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 and bring along other British, Commonwealth and Irish people you know. 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, E-mail: joy.sandoz@gmail.com or Tel: 032 7531139
27
Nov
2018
Monthly Book Club, Basel
Please note that we are now meeting at the Restaurant Aeschenplatz, Aeschenplatz 4, 4052 Basel. The Restaurant Flügelrad has closed down. 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. Reservations: If you are interested contact Jackie Pearson at: Jackie.pearson@teleport.ch or telephone 061-811-7531 TO BE READ AND DISCUSSED BOOK AUTHOR To be discussed Death in the Dordogne WALKER Martin 26th June 2018 (Bruno, Chèf de Police series) Riptide LAWSON John 31sr July 2018 The Bookshop FITZGERALD Penelope 28th August 2018 […]
03
Dec
2018
Monthly Round Table, Basel
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. Restaurant just opposite to the Swiss railway station. Cost: Pay for what you consume Reservations: Not required
07
Dec
2018
Monthly Round Table, Sion
This is a regular chance to catch up with friends and meet new people. Chat over a drink or may be have a snack or a meal. It’s easy to find us…. we always have the Union Jack flags on the table. Parking: Just opposite, under the “Place de la Planta” Cost: Pay for what you consume Reservations: None required, just turn up
11
Dec
2018
Monthly Round Table, Neuchâtel
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 and bring along other British, Commonwealth and Irish people you know. 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, E-mail: joy.sandoz@gmail.com or Tel: 032 7531139
18
Dec
2018
Monthly Book Club, Basel
Please note that we are now meeting at the Restaurant Aeschenplatz, Aeschenplatz 4, 4052 Basel. The Restaurant Flügelrad has closed down. 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. Reservations: If you are interested contact Jackie Pearson at: Jackie.pearson@teleport.ch or telephone 061-811-7531 TO BE READ AND DISCUSSED BOOK AUTHOR To be discussed Death in the Dordogne WALKER Martin 26th June 2018 (Bruno, Chèf de Police series) Riptide LAWSON John 31sr July 2018 The Bookshop FITZGERALD Penelope 28th August 2018 […]