What is it?
The “Master’s” Dinner;
Who shall attend?
Petrels and guests;
What is the date?
The 16th of the 3rd;
Where shall it be?
Bessborough Armories;
What is the time?
6:30 for 7
What shall we give?
Forty-five dollars;
Why should we go?
For the sake of the Game!

Thanks to Holmes and Watson, the Empire is safe and Queen Victoria’s secret will remain untold.

We had heard that Sherlock Holmes would have made a fine actor, if he would have chosen that profession. But who knew he could also sing? Watson was true to form. Always in the dark, clueless, but Holmes would be lost without him.

We were treated to the gaiety of the music hall as the play began, and the entertainment did not stop. Recommended to all those who enjoy a good mystery and a good time.

The play runs Wednesdays through Saturdays at 8pm to March 16th at the Deep Cove Shaw Theatre.

On March 16th 2013, the Stormy Petrels of BC will celebrate their 25th annual “Master’s” dinner.

Once again, it will take place at the Bessbobough Armories, in the officers’ lounge. Victorian dress is encouraged, but not a must.

You will be treated to a wonderful catered dinner and entertainment courtesy of “The Petrel Players”.

Please contact Elsa if you plan to attend.
Please contact Fran if you plan on offering a toast.

In January, the Stormy Petrels, like other Sherlockian societies, do celebrate the birthday of Sherlock Holmes. But why celebrate the “Master’s” dinner in March? Come to the dinner and find out.

I look forward to seeing as many of you as possible at this 25th dinner!

The Canadian Premier!

A family friendly, musical mystery by Jahnna Beecham and Malcolm Hillgartner is coming to North Vancouver.

This two-person musical stars Damon Calderwood and Gordon Roberts.

Holmes and Watson have until midnight to solve Moriarty’s puzzle. “Where is the QV2? What is VIctoria’s secret? How on earth did Holmes end up on the stage of the Gaiety Music Hall? Who is the mysterious Nightingale of Nuremburg? And why is Watson wearing her dress…?”

It promises to be a fun evening, and as one reviewer has written: “An evening of entertainment of a kind not found often enough. Case closed!”

Opens Wednesday, Feb. 27th 2013, running until March 16th
Where: Deep Cove Theatre (4360 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver)
Tickets: call 604-929-9456 or firstimpressionstheatre.com
Price: $18 Adults, $16 Students & Seniors

Many thanks to Miss604 (Rebecca Bollwitt) who passed along this info from a press release she had been sent.

Please note:
The time for the Sherlock Holmes Birthday Brunch has been changed to 11:30

Great news from Terri and David Haugen of The Sound of the Baskervilles:

The first Sherlock Convention in Seattle will take place November 3 and 4, 2012.

The convention celebrates all things Sherlock, and will feature informative panels, fun and entertaining events and a screening of all three episodes of the BBC Sherlock (season 2)  You are sure to meet some very intersting Sherlockians.

Pre-registration is a must.  Please go to www.sherlock-seattle.org to pre-register and find out more about this exciting event!

On Saturday, September 22nd, 2012 the Stormy Petrels of BC flocked together to celebrate a milestone.  25 years as a Sherlockian Society.

Because of a Bootmakers of Toronto meeting, the idea for a group out West was hatched.

We began our day with light refreshments, a welcome speech by President Fran and a brief history of the Petrels given by Len.

We proceeded to take part in a variety of activities which included billiards with ‘Thurston’ (Dr. Watson only played billiards with Thurston. DANC); We golfed with Arthur Conan Doyle at Hindhead; we an exercise in observation; and tested our knowledge of the “canon’ by trying to identify the Sidney Paget drawings.

Throughout the day, participants were welcomed to sign the guest book, see our photo wall depicting the activities of the Petrels over the past 25 years, and to browse through the photo albums.

We were treated to a lovely lunch prepared by Serafine, Orilea and Elsa (with thanks to Brian for the tea and coffee) 

The group was entertained with two radio plays performed by the ‘Petrel Players’ (Brian as Sherlock Holmes, Len as Dr. Watson, Orilea as narrator, Serafine as visitor, Sheldon as Paradol with yours truly in charge of sound effects)

Brian treated us to a talk on telegrams and proceeded to read several telegrams he had received congratulating the Petrels on their great achievement.

After several door prizes were awarded and prizes for the activities were bestowed upon the high scorers, a special presentation ( a personally-inscribed silver card box) was given to Len Haffenden as editor of our “Petrel Flyer” for the past 20 years.  This publication of the Stormy Petrels, in my opinion, rivals any other within the Sherlockian world.  He has done a marvelous job of collecting articles, reviews, and much more from members.  His enthusiasm and knowledge know no bounds.

After three rounds of “Sherlocko”, it was time to close the day.  Fran and Len read the classic poem by Vincent Starrett (“221b”)

Fun and fellowship with friends old and new. 

Ten Petrels met at The Diner on West 10th where Stella and her staff had prepared traditional English Roast Beef and Yorkshire Pudding dinners.

Thank you everyone who supported us.  Thank you to: the Anniversary Committee (see Petrel Players); to Miss604 (Rebecca Bollwitt) who has been a long-time supporter and honorary Petrel since 1992; to Brian for the use of his lounge.

If you have not already done so, please join us for future meetings and events.  What will the future hold?

Mark your calendars!

Saturday, Sept. 22nd the Stormy Petrels of B.C. will celebrate their 25th Anniversary as a Sherlockian Society.

This is an all-day event taking place at Hampton Place, registration begins at 9:00.

The program will include a variety of Sherlockian-themed activities, prizes, lunch, entertainment, lunch, puzzles, afternoon tea, souveniers and more.

* Please note that due to an overwhelming response, and limited space, we are already at full capacity.

Please remember that we have regular monthly meetings and other events thoughout the year. 

Thank you to all who have shown interest.

Your Consulting Detective