CURRENT INTEREST GROUPS:

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We can always have more Book groups!  Consider suggesting a new Book Group choosing whatever topic you want! 

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*BANNED BOOK CLUB There is a spot for one new member!

The next meeting will be on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at 1:30.  The group will be discussing “The Bluest Eye” by Toni Morrison.

 

In October the group met to share their reactions after reading “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins. The book represents one of the most frequently banned books intended for youth readers. The group discussion centered on the rational of restricting access to the book.  Some schools and libraries prevent young people from exploring the issues raised by this and similar books. The lively discussion was greatly enhanced by the diversity of backgrounds and perspective of group members.

This group has a spot available for one new member!  If interested in joining this group, contact me, Betty Bignell. interestgroups.uxbridgeprobus@gmail.com.

The group will meet monthly on the third Tuesday at 1:30.

 

Coordinator: Camille Scarlett

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*LIT HAPPENS There is a spot for two new members!

The group will meet next on November 23.  “The Elegance of the Hedgehog” by M. Barbery was chosen as the group’s first first book to read. The group now has eight membersand there is a spot for two new members!

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Coordinator: Jen Thornson

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*BOOK CLUB This group has a wait list

The group will next meet on Thursday, November 23 at 1:30 to discuss “Water for Elephants“ by Sara Gruen.
In October the group enjoyed a lively afternoon discussing “They Left Us Everything” by Plum Johnson. 

Please contact me if you want to be added to the wait list.

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Coordinators: Gerri Martin and Kelly Keilty

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CANASTA - Lessons & Games  

Canasta Lessons will be held on November 9 from 1:00-2:00 pm with games

following from 2:00-4:00 pm.

Canasta Games will be played on November 27 from 10:00-12:00 pm.

Canasta was a big hit in October with three tables of four playing at once! To join the fun please contact me, Betty Bignell interestgroups.@uxbridgeprobus.com.

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Coordinator:  Amber D’Aguiar 

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EUCHRE

The Euchre group will meet on November 7 at 10:00 a.m. The Euchre group meets on the first Tuesday of the month, at 10:00 am.

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Coordinator: Carolyn Hicken

 

GARDENING

The Euchre group will meet on November 7 at 10:00 a.m. The Euchre group meets on the first Tuesday of the month, at 10:00 am.

The group will meet on Thursday, November 2 at 11:30 to discuss preparations of their gardens for Winter, plantings of seeds and bulbs in the Fall as well as preparing for winter bird friends.

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Depending on where these groups meet, there may be a very small initial charge and weekly charge for members of this group. 

For more information or to join the group, please contact me, Betty Bignell

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Coordinator: Sally Kotsopoulos

 

GENEALOGY This group now has a waiting list

The next meeting will be Thursday, November 16 at 1:30.   The group continues to change and evolve as members become more confident in their research skills and “graduate” to allow beginners to start on their journey.  Please contact Betty Bignell if you want to be added to the wait list.

The Genealogy group meets on the third Thursday of each month from 1:30-3:30. Advance notice - there will be no meeting in December.

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Coordinator:  Bernie Beales

 

HANDICRAFT

The group will meet on Friday, November 17 at 1:00 pm.  Group members will be working on individual projects and catching up with each other.

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There will be a small initial charge and weekly charge for members of this group.  For more information or to join the group, please contact me, Betty Bignell.

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Coordinator: Sally Kotsopoulos

 

HIKING

Our Goodwood/Uxbridge area has a wonderful series of trails through a variety of forests and meadows, some quite flat, some with gentle hills.  The group explores these forest trails near Uxbridge in the Durham and York Regions for 1 ½ to 2 hours.  Join them for lively discussions, interesting views and leisurely treks!

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Hikes in November will start at 9:30, Thursday, November 2 and 9:30 Thursday, November 16.  Hike details are emailed to group members for Pre-registration.

 

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If you are interested in joining this group, send your request to Betty Bignell at interestgroups.uxbridgeprobus@gmail.com.

 

The Hiking Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday morning of each month at 9:30.

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Coordinators: Carol Fraser, John Willcock

 

KITCHEN BRIDGE 

The group will be playing on Thursday, November 2 at 1:00 p.m.   Currently there are eleven group members.  It is difficult to have two tables playing as one or two people must sit out. New members are required.   If you want to join this group, contact Betty Bignell.

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Coordinator:  Anne-Marie Sacco

 

LADIES BRIDGE CLUB

The group will meet next on November 7 at 1:30.  The group requires one new member to be added to a game.  Play is relaxed and the social aspect of the afternoon is enjoyed. To join this group please contact Betty Bignell.

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The group meets monthly on the second Tuesday of each month at 1:00. 

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Coordinator: Caren Narvet

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ONLINE BRIDGE

The group will meet on Mondays or Tuesdays at 1:00 in November.  Group meeting dates will be sent to group members by email each month.

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Coordinator:  Caren Narvet

 

LET’S EAT OUT

Meeting monthly for dinner, Let’s Eat Out members have enjoyed dining in a great variety of restaurants.  In October, the group met at Pickles and Olives in Port Perry.  When the name of the restaurant and location is chosen each month, group members will be notified.

  If you would like to join them, please contact me, Betty Bignell.

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The group usually meets monthly on the third Thursday.

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Coordinators: Gail & Chuck Heroux

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LUNCH GROUP

The group will meet next on November 27 at 12:00.

In October the group enjoyed lunch at the Hyland's Family Restaurant in Port Perry.  Members are informed of the name of the next restaurant monthly. If interested in joining the Lunch Group, contact me, Betty Bignell.

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The Lunch Group meets on the last Monday of the month at 12:00. 

Coordinators:  Betty Bignell & Joy Freemantle

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MOVIES

This group periodically meets to watch movies together.   If you would like to be a member of this group, please contact me, Betty Bignell.

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Coordinators: Gail & Chuck Heroux

 

PICKLEBALL

The Pickleball group has now closed for the season.  To play independently, a summary of indoor locations including time, associated fees and/or membership requirements will be sent out to group members.

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Coordinators: Gerry Bignell, Alan James

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REDUCING OUR FOOTPRINT

The group will meet next on November 15 from 10:00-12:00.  Group members will be choosing the topic to be added to the December newsletter. 

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The purpose of the group is to discuss reducing our impact on the planet.  Many topics can be discussed - energy, food & health.   Each decision made can make a difference!  If interested in joining this group, please contact me, Betty Bignell

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Coordinator: Brian Keeling

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SCRABBLE 

The group will be meeting on Wednesday, November 8 following the General Meeting.  Members will be bringing their lunch so they can begin playing at 1:00.

If interested in joining the group, contact Betty Bignell

 

The group meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 1:00 pm.

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Coordinator: Judy Fink

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SMALL TOWN THEATRE GROUP This group now has a wait list.

On November 11, after meeting for lunch, the group will be going to the Whitby Courthouse Theatre to see “Lost in Yonkers”. On November 26, they will see the performance of “39 Steps” at the Curtain Club in Richmond Hill.

In October, after lunch at One Eyed Jack’s, the group enjoyed “Calendar Girls” at the Oshawa Little Theatre. 

 Small Town Theatre members may be interested in attending comedies, musicals, or plays in the Durham and York regions.  If you want to join the wait list, please contact me, Betty Bignell.

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Coordinators: Steve Fryzuk, Peggy Kennedy

 

MULTI-DAY CLUB TRAVEL OPTIONS

You have the option to join other Club members from February 3-10, 2024, at the “Lighthouse Pointe at Grand Lucayan”, Freeport, Grand Bahama Island.   This all-inclusive resort 4-star resort includes a Traditional Island View room, round-trip direct flights, checked baggage & round-trip transfers.  All meals, snacks, drinks, gratuities and daily activities are also included.  The trip’s pricing is $1,855.00 Cdn. total per person including taxes.

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*Please contact Kim Murphy at Getaway Travel, Uxbridge – 905-852-6171 and indicate you are from the Uxbridge PROBUS Club. 

 

Coordinator:  Anne-Marie Sacco

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WINE CLUB

This fun group will meet on Wednesday, November 8 at 7:00 pm.  As the holiday season approaches, the theme is “WINE YOU WOULD SERVE YOUR FAMILY FOR THE HOLIDAYS”. A discussion will ensue as to how members personally celebrate the holidays.  Meetings are held at a group member’s home.

This group meets monthly on the second Wednesday at 7:00. 

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Coordinators:  Sherrill Burns, Anne Gauvreau 

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“There’s an Interest Group for that!” (Debra Revie Lippay)

 

Betty Bignell  

Interest Group Chair

 interestgroups.uxbridgeprobus@gmail.com

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