Monthly Archives: August 2024

  For August, the Weedrammers (all 10 of us) were treated to a special evening hosted by Bo H. at his new digs in Berwick Parksville. A beautiful meeting space was provide for the gathering complete with a wonderful selection … Continue reading →

On August 7th, eleven members of Les Petits Wineaux came together for tastings at Alderlea and Blue Grouse wineries to sample their award winning wines, and learn about their wine making practices, processes and history.   Our tasting at Alderlea … Continue reading →

Les Wineaux held two “Summer Sippers” events in August; on the 1st, hosted by the Duffleys, and on the 13th, co-hosted by the Careys and Laudiens.  We were fortunate to have good weather for both, so we could enjoy sitting … Continue reading →

BYOB members met at French Press in Parksville August 6 for coffee and conversation though Hagar chose not to join us.

We gathered on Marion’s lovely patio to discuss “Tom Lake” by Ann Patchett.  Set in the spring of 2020, the Covid-19 lockdown provides the circumstances that have Lara and her three young adult daughters picking cherries in their orchard in … Continue reading →

NB Probus Picnic, a Hit!  This year the Nanoose Bay Probus Picnic celebrated our club’s 25th anniversary. The weather gods, once again, smiled down on us providing sun and a light breeze. The picnic was attended by 73 members, and … Continue reading →