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
Jean Tinguely and Niki de Saint Phalle count among the most significant artists of the 20th century. The Espace Jean Tinguely is in the spacious bright area of the disused tram depot, just a few steps from the St Nicolas Cathedral. Jean Tinguely was a genius of moving art. His sculptures gradually evolved towards works appealing to several senses – sight, hearing, touch, and sometimes even smell. The sophistication and dynamic of his art exert an extraordinary fascination on viewers. The beautifully rounded and harmoniously shaped sculptures by his wife Niki de Saint Phalle delight the eye, her most striking works probably being his lush female sculptures “Les Nanas” Time: 12h at the Gothard restaurant for lunch, a 3 minute walk from the Espace Jean Tinguely. 14h at the museum where an English speaking guide isexpecting us. Cost: Entrance fee: CHF: 5, – Guide: CHF: 120,- which will be divided among the participants. Food: A la carte from CHF 20, drinks not included. No shows will be charged. Transport: From the main station to the Espace there are buses Nos. 1 – 2 and 6, direction Cathedral: Bus stop: Tilleul Cathedrale is by the restaurant. Reservations to : Joy Sandoz on […]
Audemars Piguet is a world renowned watchmaking manufacture. There are two main facilities in Le Brassus, one housed in the original manufacture built in 1875 and the other in the more recent addition built in 2008. The renovation of the museum was finished at the beginning of this year. Note: As the museum only accepts reservations as of 2nd April, the date might have to be changed, but I am crossing fingers that 28th works out. Time: Lunch: 12.00 at the Restaurant Visit: 14h00 at the museum Audemars Piguet to 16.00 Place: Restaurant: Hotel de la Lande, Place de la Lande 1, 1348 Le Brassus vallée de Joux Visit: Museum Audemars Piguet, (Marketing SA) Route de France 16, 1348 Le Brassus Cost: Lunch: CHF: 19.- for Menu du Jour or à la carte, drinks not included Museum: CHF: 30.- maximum 12 participants (first come, first served) No shows will be charged Reservations to: Joy Sandoz on 032 753 11 39 or joy.sandoz@gmail.com by 16 April please Please let me know if you will be joining us for lunch Directions: Audemars Piguet Manufacture is a 7 minute walk and the restaurant a 2 minute walk from the station.
Once again we meet to celebrate our Queen’s Birthday, this time on the sunny Lake of Neuchatel. We embark at 12h10 (please don’t be late) and have lunch on board. We get back to the Port de Neuchâtel at 13h30 but can stay on board until 14h00 Place: Port de Neuchâtel Transport: From the station take Bus 107 to bus stop St Honoré Parking: Underground parking right by the port. Cost: Boat: CHF: 19.- (normal) CHF: 9.50 (1/2 tariff) Lunch: From CHF. 30.- drinks not included. No shows will be charged Reservations to: Joy Sandoz 032 753 11 39 or joy.sandoz@gmail.com by 2 June please
The Wildstrubel Hotel has been completely renovated and the rooms are charming. Included in the price: Bed and breakfast for 2 nights, tickets for four concerts (jazz train not included) tickets for the local tele cabins, use of the indoor swimming pool and sauna. For the program, see www.jazztagelenk.ch Cost: CHF: 290.- per person With demi pension: CHF: 35.- per person for a four course meal at the restaurant in the hotel. All payments to be made directly at the hotel Reservations to: Joy Sandoz 032 753 11 39 or joy.sandoz@gmail.com by 22 June please When reserving, please let me know if you want a ticket for the jazz train on Saturday afternoon. No shows will be charged