Category Archives: Social Activities

Robert Held Glass Gallery Tour November 2022

Posted on November 16, 2022 by Jane Currie

  We enjoyed a very interesting and informative tour of the Robert Held Art Glass Gallery. Pam explained the process as Sean and Chago worked. They are both master glass blowers of 26 years. Sean was busy making Christmas ornaments … Continue reading →

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Nanaimo Haunted Lantern Tour

Posted on October 29, 2022 by Jane Currie

The Nanaimo Haunted Lantern Tour was a great success! OMG LOOK WHO JOINED US ON THE TOUR!21 brave Probians met at the Nanaimo  Museum to hear tales of unexplained phenomena, mysterious apparitions and spooktacular stories. We learned of the lady … Continue reading →

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July Luncheon 2022

Posted on July 26, 2022 by Ann Lawson

Our July 14th Summer Luncheon & Hat Party was definitely a ‘returning to normal’ social event done in grand style on a grand summer’s day!  The elegant Craig Bay Conservatory was a fitting setting for the eye-catching displays of tapas food, an abundance … Continue reading →

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Horne Lakes Cave Tour July 6 2022

Posted on July 9, 2022 by Ann Lawson

The July 6th Horne Lakes Cave Tour turned out to be an interesting and informative afternoon. Our very capable guide, Chloe, led us on a one-kilometer hike up to the Riverbend Cave entrance, educating us on the geology of the … Continue reading →

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PRISMA Trip to Powell River June 25th 2022

Posted on July 2, 2022 by Ann Lawson

PRISMA Trip to Powell River June 25th 2022 We had a great excursion with perfect weather, scenic ferry rides, delectable luncheon (in a hockey arena!) and saw the next generation of 60+ international music students perform a diverse symphonic program … Continue reading →

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Snowbirds Excursion

Posted on May 11, 2022 by Ann Lawson

In photo: Barb & Patrick Murray, Fiona Been, Jenny Ransom, Jim & Bev Watson, Peter & Anne Milne, Gayle & Rick Marshall, Linda & John Tosney; missing in action Tony Ransom, Alan & Shirley Bays & guest   May 6 was a spectacular day in … Continue reading →

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Christmas Party 2021

Posted on December 14, 2021 by Ann Lawson

Our long-awaited holiday celebration with Probus friends took place at the Tigh-Na-Mara Resort, Dec. 10, 2021. In spite of COVID and new variants we managed to have a lovely Christmas Party  – 75 people enjoyed Probus’ first face-to-face get-together in … Continue reading →

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Summer Picnic

Posted on August 27, 2021 by Ann Lawson

45 members attended the Probus Picnic on Friday 20th August – the first face-to-face event that Probus has had since March last year!!  By all accounts it was very enjoyable. The weather cooperated perfectly and it was a great time to socialize … Continue reading →

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Pacific Biological Station Tour

Posted on February 15, 2020 by Ann Lawson

On Tuesday February 11th nine club members visited the Pacific Biological Station located on Hammond Road and overlooking Departure Bay in Nanaimo.  Dr. Jim Irvine gave a slide presentation on the history of the station, which was first established more … Continue reading →

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Robert Held Glass Studio January 14th

Posted on January 19, 2020 by Ann Lawson

20 hardy folks braved the snow and visited Robert Held Glass in Parksville. We had a very interesting morning hosted by Robert Held himself. We were all enthralled watching one of his assistants blowing a vase which miraculously became a … Continue reading →

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