At Halloween, we believe that it is important for a variety of different activities to take place for patients of all kinds to enjoy. This includes several activities, entertainment designed for younger patients to older patients -- all of which are again, operated by staff members within Brielle Institute. These are not strictly in place but more so, to set the scene and create a setting. Similarly to Camp Crypto, think of these more as prompts, in all the different ways that you can INTERACT with other characters, including staff members who can partake in these activities too !! Nobody is ever too old to carve a pumpkin, though you may be slightly frowned upon if you roam around knocking on doors dressed up with a halloween bag in hand ( yes, I’m looking at you Simon ). Fear not, there will be tasks released too -- where you can earn points and indulge in the halloween spirit. Each staff member is in charge of their activity and holds free reigns on how they operate ( patients can interact in one on one paragraphs, with each activity / event or even, group paras if discussed between muns). Happy halloweening !!
FRIGHT NIGHT MOVIES operated by SEBASTIAN & ELISE.
Now, we all know that there are some scary movies that are out there ... There are the ones that chill your spine but serve as laughter - otherwise known as the classics; The Exorcist, It, Psycho, Scream, A Nightmare on Elm Street, Carrie... But there are also the ones that stay on your mind at night - leaving you tossing and turning in your bed as you wait for the prey to catch you; Get Out, Don’t Breathe, The Conjuring, Sinister, Paranormal Activity. Here at Brielle, we are sharing the SCARIEST of movies -- all of which can be viewed in the recreational room. Watch your step and find yourself a blanket, things are about to get real freaky in Brielle Institute.
HAUNTED GARDEN operated by PIPER, JARED, TARA, EDEN.
Brielle Institue is known for its long serving history, taking care of veterans in the second war ... Many people died in our halls, so it would be no surprise to us if several spirits were looming throughout our halls -- or WORSE, the garden -- where everything is black in the dead of the night. You are not allowed to take a flashlight, only a buddy. This exercise is not for the faint hearted so buckle up patients, things are about to get real scary in the haunted garden. Throughout, you will find your favourite staff members; zombied out and mummified as they prepare themselves to try and catch you. Keep your eyes peeled but more importantly, keep yourselves safe.
APPLE BOBBING STATION operated by RYDER & HAYDEN.
We all know apple bobbing for what it is -- your head buried in the water whilst those fangs try to catch the beautiful blood red apples that are trapped within the confinements of your tank. Everybody speaks of how FUN it is but people forget of how dangerous it is too ... Hold your breath and try your hardest to remain calm, you never know what may come up behind your whilst your mind is fixated on the task at hand.
FRIGHT WALK ( SPOOKY TOUR ) operated by CHANNING & TONI.
Did somebody say fright walk ?? You heard Ryder’s ghost stories at Camp Crypto -- now get ready for the haunted tour of Brielle Institute, where we will uncover all things ghostly, showing you the history of the building and the dreaded activities of what happened in 1970 when one of the old doctors performed illegal treatments, experimenting on patients and causing them death. Although these stories may seem made up by your tour guides, you never know what happened all of those years ago ... there could be some TRUTH in what you are being told.
PUMPKIN CARVING operated by LANCE & MARTA.
Jack-o-lanterns. Something that people of all ages -- young and old -- love to do. You can make your pumpkin look as pretty as a pie or as spooky as a corpse, organs ( aka pumpkin seeds ) seeping from it’s very own mouth. In this workshop, you will be able to carve whatever you may please -- stabbing the orange to your hearts content whilst getting artistic. Let it be a warning, any patients under the age of 12 OR with violent pasts will need supervision. Don’t make us regret giving you that knife -- we have a security guard and nurse on site for this one.
TRICK OR TREAT operated by SIMON & BECCA.
Whilst this one is aimed towards the younger patients, anybody can take part -- but if you’re over the age of 16, please do expect a long lasting lecture as to why you shouldn’t be prancing around with a white sheet over your head and a bucket in hand. Through the staff offices, our favourite therapists and doctors will be kitted out with candies of all sorts -- waiting for you within their offices. Come and say BOO, don’t be scared.
BONFIRE EVENING operated by LOLA & DEREK.
In true autumnal tradition, we are celebrating every inch of the festive season as far as possible -- which includes a bonfire located just outside of Brielle’s gardens, at the very bottom of the grounds. This is in aid of the British tradition -- aka Guy Fawkes Night. This is brand new to Brielle and is therefore something to celebrate, not to mention, watching woodlogs burn afire is not only romantic but warming too for the autumnal season. Come along and bring something warm, we’re watching the grounds set alight.
THE PUMPKIN BALL operated by ALL STAFF MEMBERS.
And I’m Jack ... the pumpkin KING !! In honour of all things haunted, with more of an excuse to get yourself kitted up in a costume -- we are bringing the ball to you. With black and orange tealights dotted around the garden, we will be HOSTING a party where you can vote for your Pumpkin King and Queen ( aka Jack and Sally, if we’re going by Tim Burton’s theme ). Nevermind Christmas, it’s Halloween -- there will be more to come on this so keep your eyes peeled on Ruby’s blog.
Masih seperti dulu… Tiap sudut menyapaku bersahabat penuh selaksa makna
Terhanyut aku akan nostalgi saat kita sering luangkan waktu
Nikmati waktu bersama suasana Jogja…
Penggalan syair Yogyakarta - KLA Project tersebut tidaklah cukup menggambarkan kebersamaan yang telah dialami oleh Satdwidasa Anggakara atau Angkatan 26 siswa-siswi SMA Negeri 5 Bekasi di Newyokarto Hadiningrat atau Kota Gudeg alias Jogja dalam rangka outing class pada tanggal 8 – 11 Desember 2013 lalu. Suatu pengalaman yang mengesankan bagi siswa-siswi untuk mengenal dan mempelajari berbagai hal baru di Desa Pentingsari, Umbulharjo, Sleman.
Setibanya disana siswa-siswi menetap bersama orang tua asuh atau induk semang yang tentunya berbeda satu sama lain selama dua hari satu malam. Kegiatan pertama yang dilakukan adalah tracking menyusuri Desa Pentingsari dan melewati Sungai Kali Adem. Dalam kegiatan ini siswa-siswi diharapkan dapat menikmati suasana pedesaan yang menyehatkan sirkulasi pernapasan, menjaga kebugaran tubuh, dan lebih menyayangi alam. Setelah itu kegiatan kedua adalah membajak sawah yang dilanjutkan dengan membuat keris dari …, membatik, dan membuat wayang dari lidi. Seluruh kegiatan di hari pertama ditutup dengan berinteraksi dengan induk semang masing-masing. Seruuu!
Di hari kedua siswa-siswi mengunjungi Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta dan kemudian berhenti sejenak di Unversitas Gadjah Mada untuk sekedar mengabadikannya dalam bentuk foto. Saat menjelang sore, kegiatan selanjutnya adalah mengunjungi Candi Borobudur. Meskipun kunjungan tersebut hanya sebentar karena diguyur hujan, keceriaan dan kebersamaan yang dialami oleh siswa-siswi pun tetap begitu terasa. Setelah itu, tempat terakhir yang dikunjungi adalah Malioboro yang wajib dikunjungi jika berkunjung ke Jogja. Meskipun hanya sebentar di Kota Gudeg, tapi menyenangkan, bukan?
