Newsletter of the PROBUS Club of Presqu’ile February 2016 P.O. Box 606, Brighton, Ontario K0K 1H0 Northumberland PROBUS: probusnorthumberland.com – PROBUS Canada: probus.org/canada.htm

President Dot Worobetz 613-475-3066 [email protected]

Past President Liz Riel 613-475-4904 [email protected]

Vice President David Crouch 613-475-3467 [email protected]

Treasurer Chris Penhall 613-475-3779 [email protected]

Secretaries Brenda Wyles 613-475-9933 [email protected] Chris Penhall 613-475-3779 [email protected]

Public Relations Chair Jean Finkle 613-439-8869 President’s Message [email protected] Hi Everyone, Membership Co-Chairs Fred Smith 613-403-4002 [email protected] I am totally impressed with all of the Susan Donald 613-885-1603 recent events that have been [email protected] accomplished within our PROBUS club. Social Co-Chairs nd Linda Crouch 613-475-3467 Our 2 Annual Christmas Party was a [email protected] wonderful success. Pat Dunn 613-475-9002 In February, the Games Day organized by [email protected] Fred Smith was also a great success and Programme Co-Chairs Stan McMullin 613-475-0743 was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone in [email protected] attendance, based upon my own Bruce Bellefeuille 613-475-0854 [email protected] observations. In short, everyone had a

Newsletter Editor great and fun filled afternoon. Don Young 613-475-2600 A big thank you to the Social Committee [email protected] and a special thanks to Fred. Also, many Telephone Brenda Wyles 613-475-9933 thanks to Wanda, Brenda and Doug for [email protected] helping Fred with this event. We have

House started the New Year off with a “Big Carm Riel 613-475-4904 Bang”, so keep up the good work [email protected] everyone and please continue to support Community Liaison Pat Dunn 613-475-9002 all upcoming events. [email protected] I am so proud of you all. Club Historian Ronda Moran 613-481-6123 Dot Worobetz [email protected]

SPECIAL INTEREST OR ACTIVITY GROUP

As the groups have information to pass on, this will be included in the Newsletter, i.e. times, dates, places, specifics of all sorts. Thank you to coordinators for keeping our info current.

Golf – Ladies and Gentlemen First & Third Tuesdays of the month, (Tuesday afternoons) all welcome. The 2016 season will restart May through September Coordinator – David Crouch – [email protected] or 613-475-3467

“Meet & Eat” Potluck Dinner Group March 10th, – Residence of Dot Worobetz, 158, Baldwin St., Brighton. Where the Host(s) provide the Meat and the Guests provide the Potluck. Usually 1st or 2nd Tues., or as specified by the host(s) … (Thur. Mar 10th) (B.Y.O.B. for those wishing to partake of a beverage). Capacity at this venue is for 12 people. Appetizers: 4 P.M. Dinner: 5 P.M. Everyone is welcome to sign-up on a “First Come – First Serve” basis. Sign-Up is at the Monthly PROBUS meeting or later by simply emailing Dot at [email protected]

Lunch Bunch UPCOMING - Wednesday February 17th Time: 12:30 P.M. Where: Vito’s Restaurant, Brighton. Coordinator – Jean Finkle – 613-439-8869 (See Flyer at the Back of the Newsletter)

Bridge Group Every other Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Coordinator – Erla Hawthorne – [email protected]

Bowling Club First Wednesday of the month @ 1:30 p.m. Coordinator – Fred Smith – [email protected]

Spring Themed Potluck March 22nd, -- Residence of Pat Dunn & Roger Bell, 32 Meade St., Brighton, Capacity at this venue is for 10 people. Start Time: 10:30 A.M. Everyone is welcome to sign-up on a “First Come – First Serve” basis. Sign-Up is at the Monthly PROBUS meeting or later by simply emailing Pat Dunn Themed at [email protected] . Coordinator – Brenda Wyles [email protected]

Progressive Euchre Group 2nd Tue. of each month at 1 P.M. “or” as specified by the hosts … (Mar 8th) Location: Linda & Don Young at 12 Cove Crescent, Brighton. Capacity is for 12 players at 3 Tables on a “First Come – First Serve” basis. Sign-Up is at the Monthly PROBUS meeting or later by simply emailing Linda.

Coordinators – Shari & Bob Burke – [email protected] (Note: March 8th session only, please email Linda Crouch at [email protected])

SOCIAL COMMITTEE REPORT

GAMES AFTERNOON: On Wednesday, January 27th, 20 PROBUS Club of Presqu’ile members gathered for an afternoon of fun and friendly competition at the first Games Afternoon put on by the club. Fred Smith and his much better half Wanda put a lot of planning and preparation into the event and it showed. The afternoon went very smoothly as they had things well organized and prepared; lots of laughter and friendly teasing ensued as teams of two competed with each other and rotated through a series of games. In the end, everyone went home with a prize and a better idea of who to watch out for next time! (David? must spend most nights secretly practicing table shuffle board, and Carm? has to WATCHED constantly!!)

LUNCH BUNCH: Following the January 20th Monthly General Meeting, the Lunch Bunch Group descended upon the “Mandarin Garden Restaurant” for yet another social gathering. All enjoyed the Buffet, a delightful meal provided by the Hostess at very competitive pricing. Below are photos showing of us all (minus the photographer) enjoying each others company. This activity is open all PROBUS members via the sign-up sheets displayed at our Monthly General Meetings.

UPCOMING TRIPS AND TOURS The Social Committee is working on some fun & interesting activities for 2016. If anyone has a suggestion or idea for an event, please feel free to Submit it to our Suggestion Box on the Social table.

ONTARIO AGRICULTURE VENTURE CENTRE When: Thursday February 18th Where: Colborne Time: 1:00 P.M. Tour Cost: FREE Lunch before at the “Big Apple” at 11:30 A.M. (If anyone is interested in being added to the visitor list, please contact Linda Crouch @ 613-475-3467 before Tuesday February 16th)

ISLAND GETAWAY DANCE – “POTLUCK DINNER” When: Saturday February 27th Where: Brighton Curling Club Time: 6:00 P.M. If last year’s dance is any measure to go by, then we are all in for a fantastic evening of Fun, Great Dance Music and much Socializing with our fellow PROBUS members and friends. A Licenced Bar is also available.

LOYALIST DINNER When: Friday April 8th Where: Loyalist College Café Time: 6:00 P.M. Cost: $33.00 ea.. (gratuity & tax incl.) Sign-Up Sheet at Feb General Mtg. Some Space Still Available ..… (See Linda/Pat at the February General Mtg.) A Licenced Bar is also available. Other News from your Social Committee: We are gathering ideas for the following Social activities More information to follow:

“Sugar Bush event during March”

“Young Frankenstein” at Victoria Hall, Cobourg. Matinee: 2:00 pm on April 17th, (Optional Dinner).

“Les Belles Soeurs” at Fire Hall Theater, Cobourg. Matinee: 2:00 pm on April 22nd. (Optional Dinner).

“Kawartha Downs Harness Racing & Slots & Buffet - May 2016” “Montrose Inn (tea & lunch) more information to follow”

We have a suggestion box on the table, please feel free to add your ideas to our list.

SHARE THE WEALTH … December Meeting

Chris Penhall took home $24.00. Congratulations Chris

PROGRAM COMMITTEE REPORT - JANUARY RECAP

January’s Topic: Beekeeping Presentation By: Dave Burnham and Carol Currelly-Burnham Background: Retirees, Dave from a career in sales management for Kellogg’s Canada and Carol from a career in teaching and consulting for the Kawartha Pine Ridge School Board, have seen their hobby grow from 2 to its present 8 hives – and their yard fill with almost half a million bees.

Many Thanks to Dave & Carol for a very informative and interesting presentation.

PROGRAM COMMITTEE REPORT - FEBRUARY

From Brighton to Broadway!

Ian Simpson most recently completed a run in the 2015 season of The Stratford Festival as Franz in THE SOUND OF MUSIC and The Starkeeper/Dr. Seldon in CAROUSEL. He has worked across Canada, the U.S. and beyond in roles such as Georges in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES (Neptune Theatre, Halifax), John Hancock in 1776 (American Conservatory Theatre, San Francisco), George Banks in MARY POPPINS (Capitol Theatre, Port Hope), Walter Hobbs in ELF:THE MUSICAL (The Grand Theatre, London), André in DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS (Moonpath Productions Belleville), Steve Canfield in SILK STOCKINGS (42nd Street Moon Theatre, San Francisco), Trent Balfour in THE LAST RESORT (The Stirling Festival) and toured Japan where he was a featured soloist with the Tokyo Philharmonic. He played Harry Bright in the smash hit musical MAMMA MIA! touring to over 140 cities across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Other credits include Leo Bloom in THE PRODUCERS (Stage West), five seasons with The Stratford Shakespeare Festival (KING LEAR; THE BOYFRIEND; EQUUS; CORIOLANUS; THE GONDOLIERS; CAMELOT and THE MUSIC MAN), three seasons with The Shaw Festival (LADY, BE GOOD; SHERLOCK HOLMES; GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES; THE SILVER KING and PETER PAN) and a season with The Charlottetown Festival performing in EMILY and ANNE OF GREEN GABLES. Other credits include Enjolras in LES MISÉRABLES (Royal Alexandra Theatre), Whizzer in FALSETTOS (Alberta Theatre Projects), Rapunzal’s Prince in INTO THE WOODS (Citadel Theatre) and Prince Charming in CINDERELLA (Theatre Aquarius). Ian grew up in Brighton attending ENSS and went on to graduate from Sheridan College and Queen’s University. He is the recipient of two Tyrone Guthrie Awards from The Stratford Festival and a 2014 Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Arts. Ian and his long-time friend, Stephanie Bird, have produced a series of successful concerts right here in Brighton.

FROM THE EDITOR

Hello Folks, This month I am using this opportunity to convey messages of interest provided by members of your PROBUS Management Team.

Financial Reports Chris Penhall -Treasurer, would like to share the following information with you. “As we have welcomed some new members to our Club since September, and because of a question posed to me recently, I would like to share some information regarding the timing of financial reports to the membership. Although the membership year runs from September 1 - August 31, our fiscal year runs from August 1 - July 31. This timing is necessary in order to complete the budget process, arrange for the review of the books, and create the year end financial statement - all of which get presented to the Management Committee prior to the September AGM. As required by our Constitution, all Club members will receive the year end financial statement and the results of the financial review prior to the September AGM. As always, if you have any questions, please call me or catch me at a meeting”. Chris.

“Brighton -Trenton” Trial Bus Service. I have been asked to share with you all, information that has recently come into my possession regarding the above item. The following summarizes the main points. The proposed Bus Service Trial is a direct result of the combined efforts of the members of the “Brighton Accessibility Advisory Committee” and “Quinte Access”. This proposal is subject to the approval of the “Board of Quinte Access” and the “Brighton Council” and, if successful, it is anticipated that the service may start as early as Feb 8, 2016. This service will be available to all residents & will be provided by Quinte Access using accessible buses. The Brighton – Trenton proposed service is as follows but remember that this is a Trial Service so changes or adjustments may be necessary. Frequency: There will be one eastbound trip (from Brighton to Trenton Walmart) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday. There will be one westbound trip (from Trenton Walmart to Brighton) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.

Transit Stops: Brighton – Trenton Eastbound: Brighton VON office, Presqu'ile Bay Outfitters, Brighton-by-the-Bay Clubhouse, Brighton Health Services Centre, Sobey's, Prince Edward Park Arena, No Frills & finally Trenton Walmart. Trenton – Brighton Westbound: Trenton Walmart, No Frills, Prince Edward Park Arena, Sobey's, Brighton Health Services Centre, Brighton-by-the-Bay Clubhouse, Presqu'ile Bay Outfitters, Brighton VON office & return to Trenton Walmart. Cost: $5.00 - each way - between Brighton & Trenton, including a transfer for the Trenton Public Transit System. $2.00 - each way - for pick-up & drop-off @ one of the seven Brighton transit stops. Once again, the preceding information is subject to change. In the near future, there will be further announcements & details - provided through local press, social media & the Municipality of Brighton website - about the Brighton Transit Trial-Run.

REMINDER: In the December & January Newsletters the possibility of establishing a driver service for those people who have difficulty getting to and from the monthly meetings was brought to the membership’s attention. The January’s Newsletter specifically requested that interested parties for such a service make themselves known to either Dot Worobetz (President) or David Crouch (Vice President). Whether this request was missed or just maybe members were on vacation, neither Dot nor David have been contacted. Rather than concluding that there is zero interest in establishing this service, I have been requested to once again bring this item to your attention, so please do not let this slip by if there is an interested party that would benefit from this service? Phone numbers and email addresses can be found on page 1 of this Newsletter. That’s all folks … See you all at the February 17th General Meeting. Don .. Newsletter Editor

MEMBERSHIP

February Birthdays

Feb 6th .….... Manny Directo. Feb 8th .….... Pat Dunn.

ONE LINERS “The nice thing about being senile is you can hide your own Easter eggs”. …………………………………………………………………………..……………………. “Can't remember if I'm 85 or 92. Have lost all my friends. But, thank goodness, I still have my Driver's Licence”. …………………………………………………………………………………..…………….

COMMUNITY LIAISON If you wish to publicize a local not for profit event that might be of interest to fellow PROBUS members please call Pat Dunn at (613) 475-9002, or email the information to [email protected]. UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENT Friday, Feb 5 Roast Beef Dinner. Cost: $13 per Person. Location: Colborne Legion Time: 5:00 P.M. Tuesday, Feb 9 Annual Pancake Supper. Homemade Pancakes, Sausages, Dessert, Coffee, Tea or Cider. Cost: $7 per Person. Maximum $20 per Family Location: St. Paul’s Anglican Church Time: 5:00 - 6:30 P.M. Friday, Feb 12 Valentine’s Dance. “An Italian Dinner” Time: 6:00 – 7:00 P.M. Adults: $20 per Person or $25 at the Door. Band: “Cowboys Don’t Cry” Time: Starts at 7:00 P.M. Tickets are available at the Legion, 25 Park Street, Brighton. Location: Royal Canadian Legion, Brighton Time: 6:00 P.M. to Closing (See Flyer at The Back of This Newsletter) Friday, Feb 12 Valentine’s Ham Supper. Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Peas, Carrots, Coleslaw & Homemade Pies. Adults: $15 per Person. Children Under 10 Years: $5 per Child. Get tickets early at the Church Office (475-1311) or at Rock, Paper, Scissors (475-1781). Location: Trinity-St. Andrew’s Church Time: 1 Sitting at 5:30 P.M. Saturday, Feb 13 Denim & Lace Dinner. Prime Rib, Chicken, Seafood and All the Extras. Catered by Black Dress Catering. It’s in support of The Heritage United Church. Adults: $25 per Person at the Door. (To reserve a table for 6 or more phone 905-375-8575) Location: Colborne Legion Time: 6:00 – 7:30 P.M. Monday, Feb 15 Take Time Out Group Sandi McConnell from “Travel Professionals International” will take us to Warmer Places. Wear your “Leis” or “Bright Multi-Coloured Shirts”. “Headdress”, “Socks” to get in the Vacation Mood. Cost: “FREE” … Everyone is WELCOME ... Wheelchair Accessible. Location: …. Trinity-St. Andrews United Church, Community Centre, Corner of Chapel & Prince Edward Streets. Time: 10 A.M. to 12 Noon. For More Information, Call Jean Finkle @ 613-439-8869. (See Flyer at The Back of This Newsletter).

Thursday, Feb 18 Riding the Rails in Stories & Song. (Encore performance on Sunday, Feb 21 at 2:00 P.M.) R & R and the Children’s Choir “The Cabooses”. Stories by Dan Buchanen, “Brighton’s History Guy”, as well as Special Guests with their own stories. Fascinating displays and artifacts from “Memory Junction” Cost: Donations Welcome. Location: Prince Edward Community Centre Time: 6:30 P.M. Saturday, Feb 20 Visit Displays from Local & Regional Organizations. See the Brighton & Presqu’ile Railway Association’s huge displays. Heritage tea put on by the local Women’s Institute ($5). Cost: Donations Welcome. Door Prizes. (To reserve a table for 6 or more phone 905-375-8575) Location: Prince Edward Community Centre Time: 10:00 A.M – 4:00 P.M.

PROBUS Club of Presqu’ile Management Committee 2015/2016 President Dot Worobetz Past President Liz Riel Vice President David Crouch Treasurer Chris Penhall Secretaries Brenda Wyles Chris Penhall Public Relations Chair Jean Finkle Membership Committee Chairs Fred Smith Susan Donald Social Committee Chairs Linda Crouch Pat Dunn Program Committee Chairs Stan McMullin Bruce Bellefeuille Club Newsletter Editor Don Young Telephone Committee Chair Brenda Wyles House Committee Chair Carm Riel Community Liaison Pat Dunn Club Historian Ronda Moran