PROBUS CLUB OF MUSKOKA LAKES
November 2014
Meetings - Third Tuesday of the Month - Bracebridge Rotary Centre
Previous Meeting – AGM - October 21, 2014
Sixty-five members and guests were welcomed by
outgoing President Catherine Caron and incoming
President George Robbins. Members were then
brought up to date on finances, interest groups, and
social events.
Catherine thanked all volunteers who have worked
within our club, as well as all departing Management
Committee members, for making her year as president
so enjoyable.
The Nominating Committee presented their
recommendations for the 2014-2015 Management
Committee, and the new committee was elected and
introduced (see photo at right).
George Robbins carried out his pledge of presidency
with outgoing president Catherine Caron.
George then thanked Catherine and the departing
committee members for all their hard work and
inducted the newest members to Probus Club of
Muskoka Lakes (see photo below).
YOUR NEW MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
(L-R) Leslie Jennings - Social Events; Valda Hoar
- Treasurer; Ian Livsey - Interest Groups; Lana
Guscott - Communications; Kate Ramsay - VicePresident; George Robbins - President; Catherine
Caron - Past-President;
(not shown) Michael Stoten - Programs; Nancy
Thompson - Secretary
Welcome to New Members
Susan Betteridge
Anne & Denis Noonan
Sandra Hartill
Patty Wilkinson
Margo & Bill Fraser
Ike Kelneck
Stephen & Carol Cairns
Heather Ward-Price Stone
Sybil Jackson
David Wilson
Next Meeting – November 18, 2014
Julie Bissonette - CARP
http://www.carp.ca/about-carp/
CARP is a national, non-partisan, non-profit organization committed to
a ‘New Vision of Aging for Canada’ promoting social change that will
bring financial security, equitable access to health care and freedom
from discrimination. Our mandate is to promote and protect the
interests, rights and quality of life for Canadians as we age.
VISION
A society in which everyone can live active, independent, purposeful lives as
they age.
MISSION
CARP is committed to enhancing the quality of life for all Canadians as we age.
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Featured Speaker at AGM
Dr. Norman Yan - Environmental Good News
Dr. Norman Yan is a limnologist, a specialist in the study of
fresh water. His presentation was cautionary but optimistic, with
the hope that we will learn from our past in order to protect the
future of our fresh water lakes. Because of Canada’s vast bodies of
fresh water (1,628 lakes in Muskoka alone), we have a unique
responsibility. Dr. Yan outlined some of the threats to our water
supply: climate change, development, salt/calcium decline,
invading species, etc.
He brought good news. Recovery from cultural
eutrophication (allowing excessive amounts of nutrients like
phosphorus to enter the ecosystem) is possible. Controlling
emissions from smelting and other sources have reduced
acid rain. There has been a decline in lead pollution with the
decrease of lead production. And, with the banning of lawn
pesticides, levels of DDT have dropped.
The future is promising; we can assess, communicate and raise
awareness, diagnose the causes, intervene (using proven
methods), and re-assess the effectiveness of the intervention.
At the November Bracebridge Probus Club meeting, Heinz
Puersten received an award for outstanding service to Probus
Canada in the role of National Director from 2007 to 2012;
Probus Club of Muskoka Lakes received a 5-year recognition.
Dennis Lawson was in attendance to represent our club.
New Toronto Club (from Richard Furlong)
We have a new club in District 2, formed yesterday, with next meeting December 10 th at the Holy Rosary Parish Hall,
356 St. Clair Ave. W., beside the TTC St. Clair West station, (St. Clair & Bathurst area).
Those District 2 members or others that may have interested friends in the TORONTO area, charter membership will
be held open until that meeting.
Don’t Miss These Upcoming Featured Guests
at Probus of Muskoka Lakes General Meetings
Festive Holiday Meeting – December 16, 2014:
The “Superb Sextet" from Bracebridge High School
Beginning the New Year - January 20, 2015:
Dog Sledding with PCML member Laurel Turansky.
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Social Events Calendar – 2014
Please bring your cheque book, and pay for Social Events
when registering for each event.
Date
January 30
February 13
April 9
May 27
July 9
Event
Chinese New Year Lunch - New Haven Restaurant
Winter Outdoor Fun Day - Arrowhead Park
Welcome Snowbirds Breakfast - Bayview Wildwood
Tim Horton’s Camp Tour
Poker Run - Muskoka Lake
Cost
$15 /person
$8.25 /person
$15 /person
$20 /person
$27.50 /person
August 12
Twist & Shout - King's Wharf Theatre Penetanguishene
Taste of the World Wine and Dine - Touchstone
Sawdust City Brewery Tour
Hallowe’en Lunch Party – The Old Station
$38.50 /person
September
Oct./Nov.
October 30
December
11
Christmas Dinner/Dance –
Inn at the Falls
CANCELLED
CANCELLED
$35 /person
$65/person
Please note: Future planned events are subject to change.
Event Details and Sign-up are normally available 1-2 months prior to event.
Watch this space for information about a winter sleigh ride and lunch, coming up in the New Year.
Details to follow at the December General Meeting.
Holiday Dinner and Dance
The Social Events elves are busy planning a wonderful evening of dining and dancing
for our members at the annual evening party to be held on Thursday, December 11, at
the beautiful Inn at the Falls in Bracebridge, overlooking the Silver Bridge.
The festivities will start at 6 p.m. with a cash bar, meet and greet, followed at 7 p.m. by
a delicious meal, with a choice of one of three entrées. Then, following dinner, let the
dancing begin, as the same wonderful DJ from last year will entertain us with the
sounds that will get you on your feet and moving to the music.
With prizes, surprises, and perhaps a visit from the jolly old elf himself, come and
celebrate Christmas and Hanukkah with your PROBUS friends.
The cost for this memorable evening is only $65 per person, and sign up for this event
will take place at the November PROBUS General Meeting. Sign up Deadline is
November 30, 2014.
For those members who live out of town, or who do not wish to drink and drive, Inn at
the Falls has kindly offered our members double accommodation, plus continental
breakfast, for less than $80 plus taxes.
See flyer on next page for more details.
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Upcoming Social Events
Probus Club of Muskoka Lakes
Christmas Dinner & Dance
Thursday, December 11, 2014
Inn at the Falls
1 Dominion Street, Bracebridge (705) 646-2140
Please join us for a memorable evening at one of Muskoka’s original establishments - the
quaint and cozy Inn at the Falls. The festive evening of dining & dancing will feature the
same DJ as last year’s event - Jason Staten.
With the warm glow of the Christmas lights reflecting from the Silver Bridge, enjoy a
nostalgic evening of music from Christmas past while savouring a delicious dinner with our
friends from PCML.
After dinner, the nostalgic & rhythmic sounds will have us dancing past our bedtime!!!
Menu
Muskoka Festive Salad
Seasoned Mashed Potatoes
Fresh Roasted Root Vegetables
With the Choice of One of the following Entrées
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Arugula Pesto Vegetable Pasta With Roasted Mixed Vegetables
Herb Crusted Baked Filet of Atlantic Salmon & Lemon Sauce
Slow Roasted Prime Rib au jus with Fresh Baked Yorkshire Pudding
Dessert:
Sticky Caramel Pudding with Warm Drizzled English Toffee Sauce
Cost: $65 per Person
Sign-up: October & November 2014 General Meetings
Sign-up Deadline - November 30, 2014
PCML Organizers: Pat Gow
Heather Logan
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Report from Social Events
Hallowe’en Spooktacular Lunch
at The Old Station
Forty-nine members from the PROBUS clubs of Muskoka Lakes, South Muskoka, and Central Muskoka met at the Old
Station Restaurant on October 30 to enjoy the Halloween Spooktacular Lunch. Although costumes were optional, most
of the members got into the spirit and dressed up for the occasion. There were some wonderful and very clever outfits,
but it was our own Wilsie Mann who took first prize with her Amelia Earhart costume, complete with the pilot helmet
and goggles worn by her grandfather!
Jan Sharman and Ed Kapusniak kept us entertained with Halloween themed trivia and name that tune. It certainly put
our grey cells to work as we tried to remember such things as 10 characters from the Addams family, the full name of the
character played by Elizabeth Montgomery in Bewitched, the name of the Count in Bram Stoker’s Dracula, all the
actors who had portrayed that character on screen, and the name of the real person on whom the novel was based, among
other questions.
The lunch was delicious, and everyone seemed to have a fun time and agreed that it was truly a wonderful event.
Thanks to Jan and Ed for organizing.
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Interest Groups
**Members may sign up for Interest Groups at any time throughout the year.**
If you are interested in joining or learning more about a specific interest group, call the coordinator of that group. Below
is a list of the groups, meeting days, times, and contact information. We try to keep information accurate. Please check
with the coordinators for days and times of interest group activities.
Photos and/or reports about your special interest groups are encouraged and welcomed for inclusion in your
newsletter. Please submit no later than the Tuesday before the monthly general meeting.
Group
Day
Time
Arts & Crafts (The Artsy Crafters)
Billiards
Book Club
Bridge (Day)
Bridge (Evening)
Canoeing/Kayaking
Cooking (The Lunch Bunch)
Cross-country skiing
Cycling
Dining-In
Day Euchre
Evening Euchre
Bid Euchre
3rd Tuesday
1:30 p.m.
nd
2 Tuesday
2nd Thursday
1:30 p.m.
th
1:00 p.m.
st
1 Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Mondays (twice a month/seasonal)
morning
2nd Monday
11:30 a.m.
Fridays
Morning
Fridays (seasonal)
Varies
4 Wednesday
Varies
3rd Wednesday (may vary)
1:00 p.m.
th
7:00 p.m.
nd
7:00 p.m.
4 Friday
2 Wednesday
(days in winter)
Geocaching
Golf
Hiking/Snowshoeing
Ladies Dining
st
1 Tuesday
Varies
Varies (seasonal)
Thursdays
8:30/10:00 a.m.
rd
3 Monday
(The Dining Girlfriends)
Men's Social Group
1st Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Please Note: A record of attendance/participation at all interest group activities and social events is maintained
for PCML insurance purposes. This practice is imperative at all PCML gatherings including our club sponsored
outdoor activities. (i.e. notify coordinator/organizer if you plan on leaving an outing early).
For more information about your Probus Club of Muskoka Lakes,
visit www.probusml.ca
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Reports from Interest Groups
The Canoeing/Kayaking Group members have put away their
paddles for the season. See you in the spring!!
Artsy Crafters
Monthly Third Tuesday
@ 1:30 p.m.
Book Club
Monthly - Second Thursday
@ 1:30
This Month
Books by mystery writer
Joy Fielding
Next meeting – December 11, 2014
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Hiking/Snowshoeing
Group
Weekly on Thursday mornings!!
October 23 - 12 km hike around north of end of town
Trip to Italy
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Newsletter Contributors:
Jan Sharman
Ed Kapusniak
Leslie Jennings
Ian Livsey
Dennis Lawson
Probus Club of Muskoka Lakes – November 2014
A 'Thinking of You'
card has been sent to
Roger MacKay.
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