Author Archives: Jane Currie

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On Monday October 28 a group of 8 Probus members ( and 2 guests) left Nanoose Place for drive down to Cable Bay. Malcolm & Robyn Arnold led the hike, a place they visit each year at this time We … Continue reading →

We met October 30th at Linda T’s to discuss “The Lost Bookshop” by Evie Woods.   Set in England, Paris and Dublin, there are two timelines featuring Opaline in the 1920’s and Martha and Henry in present day.  This is a … Continue reading →

Our group of 8 met in Maple Bay for a hearty lunch at The Lion Rampant, before heading to the nearby Pacific Northwest Raptors Centre.  After a brief introduction by a guide, we strolled through the forested grounds viewing diverse … Continue reading →

On Wednesday, September 25th, seven members and one guest took part in a painting class at the Oceanside Art Studio in Qualicum Beach.  With wine and snacks we were able to stimulate our creative juices and produce some colourful works … Continue reading →

A  group of us enjoyed a leisurely lunch at Piper’s Pub in Nanaimo, which has reopened under new management with a new menu. Good company and service with delicious food made for a very enjoyable couple of hours.     … 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 →