SOCIAL ACTIVITIES – updated April 27, 2026
Did you Know?? Guests are welcome to attend most special events with members! To view/print a copy of the Probus Club of Nanoose Bay Guest Waiver for Club Activities click here.
Do you have ideas for social events for 2026? Please email your suggestions to the social committee here.
For a list of “prospective new events”, to look ahead for 2026, click HERE
7 event dates below, please scroll down for details.
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Chemainus Theatre
Sunday May 17, 2026
Get ready to laugh and cry on the green with Norm Foster’s uproarious comedy,
“The Ladies Foursome”!
Four friends tee off in a full round of golf the day after a friend’s funeral, revealing long-kept secrets, hilarious confessions and pining for love near and far.
There will be an optional dinner to follow at the Fox & Hounds in Ladysmith.
Sunday May 17, 2026, 2:00 p.m.
$58 per person
Pay via e-transfer through your bank to our Club Treasurer.
In the message section, it is important to note: “The Ladies Foursome” and the name(s) of who the tickets are for.
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Deep Bay Research Station
Thursday, May 21, 2026
The Deep Bay Marine Field Station in Bowser is a Vancouver Island University research station focused on sustainable aquaculture of oysters and other shellfish, kelp forest restoration and other marine science. The station has marine invertebrate touch tanks, aquaria, exhibits and activities to teach visitors about local marine life, current issues in marine sciences, shellfish aquaculture, whales and other marine science topics.
We will have a 1-hour guided tour, followed by lunch at the nearby
Ship and Shore Restaurant.
The tour cost is $13 per person.
Tentative time is 10:30
Sign-up at the monthly meeting or email Vicki if you’re interested.
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PRISMA – SAIL TO THE SYMPHONY
SATURDAY JUNE 20 2026
Pacific Region International Summer Music Association:
This year’s Sail to the Symphony adventure is scheduled for Saturday June 20. We meet in the morning at the Little River ferry terminal in Comox, take the ferry to Powell River, where we meet the busses that take us to the Recreation Complex for lunch. After a fine meal in good company we will make our way to the Evergreen Theatre for a fabulous concert. This year’s selection includes Gustav Holst’s The Planets and the Symphonie Fantastique by Hector Berlioz. The student orchestra contains extremely talented young people from all over the world, and is nurtured and conducted by Maestro Arthur Arnold.
The cost for the return ferry, lunch and concert is approximately $110 – $115. We will have more details next month.
Tickets go on sale in early March and we want to be booking quickly to ensure the best seats.
There will be a sign-up sheet at the general meeting. For more information contact Ann Lawson.
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Save the Date: Thursday July 16th
Nanoose Bay Probus Annual Picnic 2026
Rathtrevor Beach Park
Site G1 (same as last year)
Arrive at 4:00 p.m., BBQ at 5:00 p.m.
A sign up sheet will be at the May and June general meetings. Deadline for sign up is July 4th.
A volunteer sign up will also be available at the monthly meetings
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Nootka Sound Cruise aboard the MV Uchuck III
Wednesday August 19, 2026
Cruise Nootka Sound to Friendly Cove (Yuquot), ancestral home to the Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nations people, where European traders made first contact. Visit the lighthouse and historic Catholic Church/Cultural Centre, hike the beaches and trails and learn about the significant native culture of the area.
Senior Fare (65+): $127 per person (inc. GST)
Leave Gold River: 10:00 am
Arrive Friendly Cove: 12:30 pm
Leave Friendly Cove: 2:00 pm
Arrive Gold River: 4:00 pm
More information: https://www.getwest.ca/cruises/friendly-cove-cruise/
Food is available onboard: The cook prepares hardy West Coast fare daily, including homemade soups, sandwiches or chili. Enjoy muffins hot from the oven and an assortment of other baked goodies along with freshly brewed coffee, all at reasonable prices. You are more than welcome to pack your own snacks and/or meals, especially if you have dietary needs.
We will stay at the Baymont by Wyndham Gold River on Tuesday night August 18th, and some participants may want to spend Wednesday night in Gold River as well.
Prices are about $200 per night including breakfast, and we will try to get a group rate.
Contact Ann Lawson for more information or to sign up.
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Something truly special for 2026…..
TRIP TO FRANCE
We are planning a Probus trip to France in September 2026.
If this is a trip that may interest you, contact Fiona asap for more information. It’s not too late!!
Let Fiona know if you are interested in this seven day ESSENCE OF BURGUNDY & PROVENCE river cruise with AmaWaterways, departing September 10, 2026. Note all meals on-board and land excursions are included in the price.
The itinerary is below, starting from Arles and ending at Port of Dijon. AmaWaterways has an excellent reputation for customer service and for well-curated trips. What could be better than enjoying France, her wines, her cuisine, all the while having fun with your Probus friends.
cruise map