Spring Summer 2026 Activity Guide

A TASTE OF FRANCE SERIES | 50+ YRS Josie Gonot A Taste of French Pâté In this authentic degustation, or tasting session, guests sample several traditional pates, or savory spreads, some made in the local area. Contrary to popular belief, most of these small batch potted spreads are not expensive. They are perfect for summer picnics and car trips. Our delicious samples may include a Smoked Salmon Pâté, and a coarse Mushroom Pate de Campagne, both made by The Three Little Pigs Kitchen. And won’t you feel chic and sassy as the only one at the cocktail party who can calmly explain the difference between the pâté and the terrine? 552565 A 1:30-3 pm Tu 4/28 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room A $14 R-BCCC M | $17 NR A Taste of French Cheese Father’s Day is June 21, but Dads love cheese on any day of the year! Treat Dad or your hubby to a delicious but affordable French food-tasting session. This fun party features five samples from various regions of France. Guests follow our dairy tour as we stop at Brie, Roquefort and Port Salut. Bon Appétit! 552566 A 1:30-3 pm Tu 5/26 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room A $14 R-BCCC M | $17 NR A Taste of French Chocolate Why not treat your sweetheart or Mom to a French food tasting program from A Taste of France? During this authentic degustation, guests sample four different grades of chocolate from Valrhona. Between samples, your hostess reads actual love letters from an army general, Napoléon Bonaparte to his lover, Josephine de Beauharnais. Sign up now for this unique program! 552567 A 1:30-3 pm Tu 6/23 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room A $14 R-BCCC M | $17 NR A Taste of European Pastry Guests compare recipes and sample old-world pastries. Tasting sweets may include the following: Poland: Delicje - Chocolate covered biscuit, filled with fruit jam, Greece: Halvah - Ancient dessert of sesame butter and honey, France: Assorted - LU brand of France, Canada: Maple Cremes - Dare Bakeries of Ontario, Belgium: Almond Thins - Lace thins baked by Jules Destrooper 552568 A 1:30-3 pm Tu 7/28 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room A $14 R-BCCC M | $17 NR French Picnic in Normandy Join us for a traditional déjeuner sur l’herbe. Guests receive a demi baguette to fill with various traditional French fillings. These may include salmon spread or Mushroom Pâté de Campagne (both made by Three Little Pigs), herbed Boursin or goat cheese, or slices of a locally made sausison sec (dried sausage). Guests also receive a small wedge of Camembert, grapes and a yogurt dessert from Danone. 552569 A 1:30-3 pm Tu 8/25 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room B $14 R-BCCC M | $17 NR

ANDERSONVILLE AND THE TRIAL OF CAPTAIN HENRY WIRZ | 50+ YRS Van Young The civil war prison called Andersonville is one of the true “horrors” of the civil war. Tens of thousands of soldiers die within its walls and its commander, Capt. Henry Wirz, is the only military man tried and executed for war crimes in the Civil War. This talk deals with the facts and history surrounding the famed prison and the trial and eventual execution of its warden. Did he get a fair trial or was he a scapegoat? You be the judge and jury. 552522 A 1-3 pm Th 5/14 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room B $5 R-BCCC M | $6 NR THE GIFT OF PREPAREDNESS: A PERSONAL STORY AND PRACTICAL STEPS | 50+ YRS Kim Roberts, FirstLight Home Care Are you ready for life’s unexpected moments? Join Kim for a powerful session where she shares her personal journey and teaches you how to build your own Grab and Go Binder - a ready-to-use collection of essential documents that can make all the difference in an emergency. Learn what to include, how to stay organized and steps you can take today to be prepared for tomorrow. Peace of mind starts with being ready. 552553 A 1-2 pm Th 5/28 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room A $5 R-BCCC M | $6 NR CHARITABLE GIVING & YOUR FINANCIAL STRATEGY | 50+ YRS Catilin Davis CFP® and Fiona Minich Giving back looks different for everyone. This seminar helps investors find the appropriate charitable-giving path for their unique financial strategy and life stage. 552552 A 6-7:30 pm Th 5/28 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room A $5 R-BCCC M | $6 NR

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