CFUW Brantford is blessed to have a number of longtime members who can relate the rich history of our club, and also of Brantford itself. During the Monday lunchtime book group gathering, we were treated to an insight into the birth of the iconic Stedman Bookstore, beloved for generations by Brantfordians. The Stedman legacy continues to this day, in the form of funding good works throughout our community. Our cherished longtime member, Marian Weir, shared with us anecdotes and history about the birth of Stedman’s Bookstore and the Stedman Foundation.
To learn more about that history, check out this link.
What a great way to spend a chilly and damp Spring day. Our “Day Trippers” travelled to Cambridge for a delicious lunch at Pizzeria Motola followed by a matinee show of “Finding Neverland” at the Hamilton Family Theatre. Truly an A+ day!
When women are educated, entire communities rise – leading to lower poverty, better health and stronger economies.
(source: research by organizations like the United Nations, World Bank, UNESCO)
The food for thought group meet on april 6, 2026. Dinner and conversation were lovely but the highlight of the evening was the key lime pie made by Barb S. which was a work of art.
We are excited to announce that Jennifer Seberras, P. Log, will be the guest speaker at this year’s May banquet, Jennifer began her career by founding, building and eventually selling a multi-million dollar transportation and logistics company in an industry dominated by men. She learned on the job what it really takes to build a business from the inside out. From her experience, she recognized a recurring gap: many women were capable, driven and ambitious, but lacked practical support and real-world guidance to navigate the perils of entrepreneurship. Jennifer has founded Leadership Hub to address that gap.
Jennifer now works with women across all stages of business, from start-ups to established high-growth companies run by women. She helps them develop clarity, confidence and sustainable strategies, skills she wished she had when growing her own business. In addition to this coaching work, Jennifer hosts Women Who Dared, a growing series of curated luncheons and events which bring together women entrepreneurs, leaders and professionals, whose conversations support and mentor other women who are developing companies. Through Leadership Hub and Women Who Dared, Jennifer creates spaces where women can connect, learn and support one another as they grow. Jennifer comes highly recommended, and we look forward to her talk to CFUW Brantford.
First Place (Team 22) Brian Finnigan, Theresa McClenaghan, Breanne Finnigan, John FinniganSecond Place (Team 16) Norah O’Leary, Catherine Sawyer, Chuck Merritt, Betty MorrisThird Place (Team 19) Meghan Cameron, Jan Tyrrell, Randy Johnson, Michele Dodds
Last year, the weather was terrible, the Dunsdon Legion made the decision to close and we obviously were relieved to postpone Trivia Night until March. We took a poll of those registered and the resounding vote was that we continue to hold the event in March. This year, 27 teams competed to be the winner of our 17th Trivia Night. This year, we had no ties!! Results were as follows: First Place – Team 22, Second Place – Team 16 and Third Place – Team 19.
Naomi Krol (new to the position) and helpers, ran another amazing sale of new/very gently used books, and took in $293.00! There were 29 Door Prizes, all generously donated by members. Our usual Heads or Tails game took in $198.10 and Logan Klassen went home with a $100 gift certificate to The Keg, compliments of McCleister Funeral Homes. We also received $175.00 in donations!!
At the end of the evening, everyone was invited to enjoy 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, Sandra Eisenbach of the Dunsdon Legion was very friendly and accommodating! Thanks to all of the volunteers: Wendy Bethune, Diane Bradley, Rhynda Bulson, Teddy Buzek, Lynne Duncombe, Karen Innes, Kazuko Kikuchi, Naomi Kral, Anne Martin, Marla Merritt, Kaye Russka, Mieke Schroeder, Barb Scott, Gloria Smith, Maria Timmons.
Thank you to all who donated gifts, money, and time for our 2026 Trivia Night. A more detailed report will be included in the AGM Booklet.
Our profit for the event, after expenses was just under $2,600.00!
The Trivia Night Committee – Brenda, Colette, Dian and Lynn
. Teddy B. Is the reigning champion.
Last year, the weather was terrible, the Dunsdon Legion made the decision to close and we obviously were relieved to postpone Trivia Night until March. We took a poll of those registered and the resounding vote was that we continue to hold the event in March. This year, 27 teams competed to be the winner of our 17