THE
PROBUS CLUB
OF
HARBOURLANDS
NEWSLETTER - OCTOBER 2014
2014 Management Team
Executive
Co-Presidents:
Co-Vice Presidents:
Past Presidents:
Treasurer:
Assistant Treasurer:
Secretary:
Membership:
Newsletter:
Social Coordinators:
Speakers Committee:
Pat Osmond, Joan O’Connell
Zina Amey, Loreta Kongats
Kathy Hayman, Jeanne Hazell
Marlit Peirce
Christine Brown
Marie Melnichuk
Jane Doyle, M.J. Jones
Lillian Brown, Lynn Stewart
Lee McLoughlin, Penny Bourne,
Jan Bennett, Carol Riches, Sandra
Cassidy
Lynda McKean, Linda Markowsky
Activity Leaders
Book Club:
Bridge:
Euchre:
Mah Jongg:
Power Walking
Snowshoeing:
Ski Legends:
Skating:
Biking:
Golf:
Kayaking:
Friendship:
Refreshments:
Rebecca Wall & Barbara Trafford
Donna Hurst, Heather Ferguson
Jane Doyle, M.J. Jones
Margot Bevan, Joan Knight
Beth Turner
Janet Hogarth, Bridget Schmidt
Barb Osinski, Rena Gould,
Susan Holmes
Barb Osinski, Donna Hurst,
Pauline Akermans
Eileen Scott, Susan Leat
Jane Earthy, Jan Bennett, Marian
Sinclair
Susan Holmes,
Pat L. Chalmers
Peggy Lamming, Lil Velders
Joan & Pat
Presidents’ Message
“Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower”
Camus
We tend to think of Autumn as a time of endings: the end
of summer, the end of the garden, the end of long, lazy
warm days. For us, it is also an ending as we finish our
term as your co-presidents. It has been an exciting and
eventful year and we thank you all for the support you
have given us over the past 12 months.
Our club prides itself on our many activities. The Social
Committee members, Lee McLoughin, Penny Bourne, Jan
Bennet, Carol Riches and Sandra Cassidy brought a wide
spectrum of activities for us to enjoy. Lynda McKean and
Lynda Markowsky found diverse and entertaining speakers
throughout the year. It is that team work and your
participation that makes Probus Club of Harbourlands such
an active and vital club.
Your Newsletter is on the web at
www.probus.org/canada.htm
Click your way through Probus Clubs in Canada, Ontario,
Collingwood and Collingwood Harbourlands
Speakers
Fall is often a time of beginnings as well. The school year
begins, activities start up again and here at Harbourlands
we welcome our new Presidents: Zina Amey and Loreta
Kongats and the new members of the Management
Team. We want to thank the Management Committee
members who are stepping down for their efforts. It has
been most enjoyable working with you. We would also like
to welcome the new members and we look forward to
working with you. We wish all the Management Team an
enjoyable term of office and pledge our support for another
fantastic year.
Oct. 8: Leslie Beaumont of the Lively Olive Tasting Room
Nov. 12: Cathy Miller: Organic farming in our region
Dec. 10: Christmas Luncheon
Probus Harbourlands meets the 2nd Wednesday of the
month at the Leisure Time Club: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Meetings 2014/15:
October 8, November 12, December 10, January 14,
February 11, March 11, April 8, May 13, June 10
October 2014
Pat and Joan
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Distillery District Tour & Christmas
Market - November 28
Membership
Membership Renewal
It’s that time of year again!!
Changes have had to be made to this trip. The trip will
now cost $98.00, but will include a three course lunch, tax
and tip included.
If you have decided not to renew your membership
this year, please let us know as soon as possible.
This trip is presently sold out and a waiting list has been
started. Seats will only be confirmed with your $98.00
payment on October 8. After that time the seats will go to
people on the waiting list first.
A Renewal Form was emailed out at the end of August, but
a copy is also available at today’s meeting. Please
complete and return it to either Jane or M.J. along with
your cheque made out to Probus Harbourlands. The fee is
the same - $40 - this includes your Leisure Time Club
dues. Although the LTC dues increased last year by $5
we are still not passing this cost onto you - Probus
Harbourlands will again absorb this for 2015. Please note
that no cheques will be deposited before October 1 and
you are welcome to post-date your cheque for October 31.
So that you don't run the risk of losing your membership,
your completed renewal form, plus cheque, must
be received by either M.J. or Jane by October 31,
2014. So if you're going to be away for the winter,
please make sure you renew before you leave !!
Please do NOT leave your form & cheque at the
LTC after October 8 as we don't go there
between October 8 - 31 and you will miss the deadline.
We still have quite an extensive Waitlist at the moment so
we hope that by renewing your membership it means you
will be participating in the monthly meetings and upcoming
social events.
Any questions contact Sandra Cassidy at
[email protected]
Gingerbread Houses – Dec. 4th & 5th
We will be making gingerbread houses again this year at
the home of Lillian Brown. Last year we had a great time
decorating 28 Gingerbread Houses for various charities in
the Collingwood area. Join us in making a house for
charity and perhaps make one for yourself.
Details at the meeting or contact Sue Edmunds
[email protected] for more information.
Biking –
one last outing!
If you have any questions about membership renewal
please contact us - we're happy to help.
Many thanks
Jane & M.J.
Our Biking season is almost over.
Christine Brown has offered to lead
one more Cycling trip this year along
the North Simcoe Trail on Oct. 20th, 2014.
COMING UP THIS FALL
We will be sending an "expression of interest" note ahead
of time. Thank you all for the wonderful biking season.
Probus Harbourlands Christmas
Luncheon
Pauline Ackermans (your next season Biking Leader),
Donna Hurst and Barbara Osinski
Wednesday December 10, 11:30 - 3:00
Toronto Ski Club, 796456 Grey Road 19
Walking - ‘till the snow flies!
We are still walking! Mon Wed Fri at 9am...everyone
welcome....wonderful way for new members to get to know
other Probus members. We meet at the Pet Valu parking
lot next to Canadian Tire.
We will be selling tickets for the Christmas luncheon at the
next two meetings. The cutoff date for ticket sales will be
November 28th. Cheques should be made out to Probus
Harbourlands for $30.00.
Beth Turner
Gaslight Tour – November 6
Walk & Wine Tour
Wednesday October 15
Walk at 10 am along the Peasmarsh Beach (optional)
followed by a Georgian Vineyards Wine Tour and Tasting.
Starts at 11:30. Cost is $13.60.
Our Probus outing toThe Gaslight Tour will take place
on Thursday November 6th at 6:30 p.m. This will be a
great show depicting stories about Collingwood during the
Great War (1914-18). A few tickets may still be available
at $35.
Lunch/snack at the vineyard after the tour. Bring your own
food or you may purchase the Victoria Platter for four.
For more info please contact Penny Bourne at 705 2931781 or at [email protected].
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Ski Legends
Golf Day
Probus Ski legends is made up of members
of all area Probus Clubs (and some from out
of town) who enjoy skiing and socializing.
Each local Probus has hard working
volunteer representatives on the “central”
Legends executive, currently 20 strong,
from a base of 11 local clubs. We negotiate privileged
rates from service providers, arrange ski days, and trips
and plan social activities.
On Monday, September 8th, 46 women enjoyed a fabulous
day of golf at The Georgian Bay Club. We had sunshine
for the entire round, and it was probably one of the
warmest days of the summer! The marshals reported that
laughter could often be heard from the fairways, and even
from some of the more challenging bunkers! Following the
golf, everyone had a chance to gather on the patio for
cocktails, and to share stories of the wonderful shots they
had made during the day. The food was amazing, and the
service impeccable. Thank you to everyone who
participated in this event.
Ski Trips*
1. Whistler, BC: Dec 5-12
The Nov. 15, 2014 cut-off date is fast approaching.
2. Snowmass, Co: Jan.27- Feb.3, 2015 – 25, almost sold out.
3. Lake Tahoe, Cal: Feb.24 – March 3, 2015 - 6 signed up)
4. Sun Peaks, BC: March 21st - 28th, 2015 (7 signed up)
5. Mont Tremblant Que.: March 1st - March 6, 2015 (wide open)
Biking
The Harbourlands biking group gathered at The Quarterdeck,
Victoria Harbour, on September 24th.
*Airfare prices are subject to change until booked and confirmed for all
trips except Sunpeaks at this point. If you are planning to join us book soon to avoid
any air fare increases that are bound to occur once the skiing season starts.
Social Events
DINNER DANCE and LUNCHEON will be by pre-purchased
tickets only, with one price for Legends Members, and a slightly
higher rate for guests. Tickets are first available at the Skiis &
Bikes Open House and then from your Probus Legends reps –
CHEQUES ONLY PLEASE payable to Probus Ski Legends.
Ski Days at Private Clubs.
We plan to visit Devils Glen, Alpine, Craigleith, Georgian Peaks
and hopefully Osler Bluff twice
For information call Lisa Dost at 1 800 268 5940 or 4482
PAST ACTIVITIES
Mini-putt Day at the Village
L to R: Barbara Osinski, Rena Gould, Pauline Ackermans, Donna
Hurst, Cathy Nighbor, Heather Ferguson, Martha Lawrence,
Margie Brannen, Jackie Morrison
28 ladies came out for the event on June 23rd! We had a
great afternoon, putting on the Cascade Course at the
Village, followed by an early dinner at the Firehall Pizza
Company.
Friendship
If anyone knows of one of our Probus members who is ill or
hospitalized, or for what ever reason should receive a card or
flowers, please notify Susan Holmes (705-445-1743 or
[email protected]) or Pat L. Chalmers (519-599-7720
or [email protected])
Above: l to r: Marilyn Young, Susan Allison, Jane Smith,
Marilyn Rewak
Right: l to r: Jan Bennett, Rosie Carruthers, Penny Bourne,
Lee McLaughlin, Fiona Drysdale (Penny’s sister)
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ONGOING ACTIVITIES
MEMBERS’ COLUMN
Mah Jongg – Monday Afternoons
For Sale: 7 PC SOLID WOOD (ASH) DINETTE SUITE
Table expands from 40" diameter to 40" wide by 62" long
(2 leaves) with 4 chairs. Very good condition. $150
Contact Sandra Cassidy at 705-445-4126
Mah Jongg is a fascinating rummy-like game played with
tiles rather than cards. Every Monday, except holidays,
the playing group averages about twelve people, with two
to four tables of three or four players. Mah Jongg is a
pretty flexible game. There is no sign-up required, just
come and we will teach you how to play.
This past Monday twelve of the MJ players had a delicious
pot luck lunch prior to playing our games.
We play at the Leisure Time Club every Monday at 1
PM. It takes a very small time and effort to learn “Maahj”,
and you will be rewarded many times over by the
enjoyment you derive from mastering the game and
meeting new people. For more information contact:
Margot Bevan ([email protected]) or
Joan Knight ([email protected])
For Sale: 17" Snow tires & Lexus rims - Value $2600 asking $1300. Time Share with flexible dates in Dominican
Republic - asking $3000.
contact [email protected]
Annual Gift Basket & Scarf Sale
Dates: Sat. Oct. 18th 10 – 5 & Sun. Oct. 19th 12-3
Place: 185 Hume St. (white house, NE corner of Hume &
St. Paul across from the Y). Beautifully wrapped &
decorated gift baskets filled with delicious assorted
preserves & a whole array of beautiful scarves, some
handknitted. Canadian & imported infinity and sraight
styles and some very special designer ones from a Long
Island NY ritzy estate sale all in great condition. Dress
yourself up … wear a scarf !!!
Baskets & scarves make perfect gifts (or treat yourself).
All at great prices. Payment by cheque or cash.
Sue Ecclestone 705-293-1078 [email protected]
Euchre – twice a month
Meet at the Leisure Time Club, Rm. 4 (where we have our
Probus meetings) at 1pm every other Friday afternoon
starting January 9, 2015. The cost per person each time
you come and play is $2 (paid to the LTC).
2015 Bridge Cruise: Join Gerry LaChance and Diane
Keir aboard the beautiful Celebrity Equinox sailing from
Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Barcelona, Spain April 26 to
May13, 2015. For more information contact:
Diane Keir at 705-445-9274 or [email protected].
We have had a great response for playing Euchre … 28
ladies have expressed an interest. Some people don’t
want to start until 2015, some are away all winter … and
some brave ladies want to learn !! This is all good
news. M.J. Jones is going to help me get this off the
ground, and then we hope others will assist, or take over.
If interested contact JaneDoyle [email protected]
Indicate whether you want to be part of the “core” group
(playing every time) or be a “spare”. As we do need tables
of 4 each time we play, it will be the responsibility of the
“core” player to find a “spare” if they are unable to play
one Friday. We thought it would be a good idea to all meet
at the LTC on Friday, December 12 at 1 pm so that we can
talk about how this will work, and perhaps even get in a
few games. I hope this will be a great addition to our
Probus Club activities. Please join us.
Jane Doyle
For Sale...Woodland Court Condo ...5 bedroom/3
bathrooms. Contact Beth Turner 705-445-9682
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September Birthday Dinner
Book Club – Last Wednesdays
The Book Club meets monthly
at 1:30PM in the Collingwood Public Library. New
members are welcome and a $10 fee is required
upon joining to cover room rental costs and
other expenses. This year the club hopes to
expand its activities by attending literary events
such as Canada Reads.
The following books are being read:
Oct. Sanctuary: The Story of Naturalist Mary Majka, Deborah Carr
Nov. Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte
Dec. The annual Christmas luncheon and book exchange.
A Farley Mowat book will be discussed.
Some members traveled by car or bike to the Beautiful Joe Park in
Meaford Aug. 27 where we shared lunch and got caught up with
each other’s summer activities and also discussed this Canadian
classic. It was great fun.
L to R: Judy Skeoch, Diane MacNair, Janis Miller, Rosemarie
Carruthers, Rosemary Holzendorff and Kathy Fitzgerald
Rebecca Wall & Barbara Trafford
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