Nan Hoffman and Joe Tumino
"Celebrations of the Heart" A Holiday Concert and Carol Sing
Tuesday, December 3 at 7:00 pm
Join us for a delightful musical performance by Nan Hoffman and Joe Tumino to ring in the season.
This event is limited to 40. Call 332-4375 to reserve your seat.
BlazeVox Books: Book Launch and Poetry Reading
Diane Christian and Wade Stevenson
Wednesday, December 4 at 7:00 pm
Poet and documentary filmmaker, Diane Christian, is well-known for her work in both the Department of English and the Center for Studies in American Culture as SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor. She has both produced and written about much about documentary filmmaking. She and her husband, Bruce Jackson, host the Buffalo Film Seminars, a film series that invites the public to join in on "conversations about great films."
As a poet, Christian has authored several collected works Her new book, Occasion Poems, comes from an idea suggested by colleague, friend, and poet Robert Creeley, who thought it would be a good idea to have poems for various occasions made up as ink stamps, ready to imprint on a postcard and send off for occasions.
Wade Stevenson is a Buffalo poet and fiction writer. Past works include Dear You and The Electric Affinities. His latest book, Going Head to Head, "reflects the madness of the modern world in a style and diction from a long-ago age, with unerring aim, and memorable refrains."
Call 332-4375 to sign up.
Creative Metaphysics: Reiki Healing, Guided Meditation, and Body Readings
Tuesday, December 10 at 6:30 pm
Facilitator Mia Cara, RM, DM Alternative Medicine, will conduct Reiki sessions along with guided mediation and body readings. Reiki is a form of alternative medicine called energy healing. Reiki practitioners use a technique called palm healing or hands-on healing through which a "universal energy" is said to be transferred through the palms of the practitioner to the patient in order to encourage emotional or physical healing.
Cost is $10. Call 332-4375 to sign up.
Monthly Senior Luncheon with Lori Duvall-Jackson
The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee
Tuesday, December 10 at 2:00 pm
El-Ambassador, Lori Duvall-Jackson will give a presentation on The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee. Since 1995, The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee has provided elephants retired from performance and exhibition with a safe refuge and the companionship of other elephants. The facility has grown from 110 acres to 2,700 acres and has provided sanctuary to 27 elephants, making it North America's largest natural habitat refuge for captive elephants.
This is a potluck lunch. Please bring a dish to share. Feel free to bring some holiday-festive foods!
Ukulele Holiday
Tuesday, December 17 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Join us for a fun musical performance and holiday sing-along with our Brighton Place Ukulele Players.
Call 332-4375 to reserve a seat.
Kenmore East High School Young Democrats Club Presents
WNY Against Gun Violence
Wednesday, December 18 at 2:30 PM
The Young Democrats of America motivates young people to participate in the electoral process, influence the ideals of the Democratic Party, advocate for progressive issues, and train the next generation of progressive leaders. We are pleased the YDA Club at Kenmore East HS are bringing the WNY Against Gun Violence group to Brighton Place for an informational presentation on gun violence, one of the biggest problems facing our communities today.
Call 332-4375 to reserve a seat.
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 21 at 10:30 am
Santa Claus is coming to Brighton Place! We will have juice, and donut holes provided by Donut Kraze. Kids can do a holiday-themed craft, visit with Santa to tell him their holiday wishes, and pose for photos.
Seats are limited to 25 kids. Call 332-4375 to reserve a seat.
Eclectic Book Club
Kingdom of the Blind by Louise Penny
Tuesday, December 10 at 2:00 pm
When a peculiar letter arrives inviting Armand Gamache to an abandoned farmhouse, the former head of the Sûreté du Québec discovers that a complete stranger has named him one of the executors of her will. Still on suspension, and frankly curious, Gamache accepts and soon learns that the other two executors are Myrna Landers, the bookseller from Three Pines, and a young builder. None of them had ever met the elderly woman. The will is so odd and includes bequests that are so wildly unlikely that Gamache and the others suspect the woman must have been delusional. But what if, Gamache begins to ask himself, she was perfectly sane? When a body is found, the terms of the bizarre will suddenly seem less peculiar and far more menacing.
Call 332-4375 for more information.
Knitting Club
Tuesdays 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Fridays 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
This club is for the most experienced knitter or a beginner. We knit, crochet, and chat, or come with questions and materials. You do not need to attend every meeting; this club is very informal. Crocheters are welcome!
Call 332-4375 for more information.
Adult Coloring
Tuesdays 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Our Adult Coloring Club is a great way to relax and meet new friends. This is not a class and is very casual.
Call 332-4375 for information.
Toddler Time
Wednesdays at 10:30 am
Stories, Songs, Movement, and Activities for children 2 - 5 years old.
Limited to 12 children. Call 332-4375 for more information.
Cardcrafter's Club
Thursdays at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Create beautiful, handmade greeting cards. Experienced and beginning crafters are welcome. This is not a class; we share ideas and techniques.
Call 332-4375 for more information.
Exercise for Strength and Balance
Thursdays at 12:00 pm
Learn tips and exercises from Mary Ann Linkowski to stay strong and safe.
Limited to 10. Suggested donation $2. Call 332-4375 to sign up.
Laughter for Health (Laughter Yoga)
Thursdays at 11:00
Come laugh your way to a healthier you! In Laughter Yoga we do laughing exercises to relax, boost immunity and feel great!
Call 332-4375 for more information.
Chair Yoga
Tuesdays at 10:00 am and Fridays at 10:00 am
Gentle yoga for people with physical limitations. Suggested donation is $2 - $5 per session.
Limited to 12 participants. Call 332-4375 to sign up.
Adult Ukulele Sing and Play
Tuesdays at 5:30 pm or Thursdays at 1:30 pm
Learn to play the ukulele and sing along to popular songs. This fun weekly meetup is for all ages. Ukuleles are provided. No experience is necessary to join.
Suggested donation is $5 per session. Limited to 12. Call 332-4375 to sign up.