Category Archives: Events
February Speaker: Lisa Clarkson – Manager, Day and Stay Program
Lisa’s talk was about dementia, a topic that has touched almost all our members in one way or another. She began her presentation with details about the various forms of dementia of which Alzheimer’s is but one. She provided a very informative list of the various programs available in Brantford/Brant for dementia patients and their caregivers. She then outlined the Day and Stay program that she is responsible for, located at the John Noble Home. This includes a day program, a “sunset” program as well as overnight options.
It was clear how much care and compassion Lisa has for the many individuals and their families who participate in the Day and Stay Program. She laughs and cries with them as they navigate the challenges of dementia and find hope and respite at Day and Stay.
Lisa emphasized that she is more than happy to provide more information to anyone wishing to learn more about dementia and programs for support, especially the Day and Stay program.
It was apparent that the CFUW members deeply appreciated not just the information Lisa shared, but the level of commitment she has to her clients and family members.
Trivia Night!!!



The Dunsdon Legion was busy on the evening of Wednesday, February 7th with the sounds of 26 teams vying for the championship of our fifteenth Trivia Night. The questions were just right and those present enjoyed the challenge. At the end of 10 rounds, Team 8 was the winner and Teams 2 and 9 were tied. After a play-off round, Team 9 was victorious and took second place with Team 2 in third.
Barb Perry, and helpers, ran an another amazing sale of new/very gently used books, DVDs, CD, and puzzles and took in $244.00!
There were 24 Door Prizes, all donated by members and they seemed very appealing (many were also very tasty looking!). This year we decided not to run a draw prize to save time, but it also affected the profit for the event. Our usual Heads or Tails game took in $229.60 and Mary Guillemette went home with a $100 gift certificate to The Keg compliments of Ted McCleister of McCleister Funeral Homes.
We also received $215 in donations.
At the end of the evening, everyone was invited to enjoy a slice of pizza donated by Dominos Pizza. Dominos has supported us since the beginning, and we appreciate their generosity. Please consider purchasing a pizza from them sometime in the next couple of months, to show your thanks. As usual, the staff of the Dunsdon Legion was very friendly and accommodating!
Thank you to all who donated gifts, money, and time for our 2024 Trivia Night.
Our profit for the event was $2,539.89.
The Trivia Night Committee – Brenda, Colette, Dian and Lynn
AGM: new members
AGM: A wisdom of presidents
At the AGM
This is Elizabeth Capitano, president, and Lin Fines, of the leadership team. The photobomber is Dian Kusyk, another very active club member. Betsy and Lin are going through the AGM booklet which outlines all that the club has done over the past year. Are you interested in reading it? Here it is:
AGMBookletScenes from Trivia Night
Finally, in person again!
Trivia Night! Feb 8th, 2023
Would you like to register? Contact us with this form, thanks:
Christmas Party!
Last evening 30 plus members of CFUW Brantford met for a wonderful evening of Christmas cheer. It felt so good to congregate together with friends and enjoy a delectable spread of hors d’oeuvres and desserts.
Trivia Night, Wed Feb 12, 2020
Registration form downloadable here.