Minutes of the General Meeting of the
Probus Club of Nanoose Bay
St. Mary’s Church Hall
9:15 am on October 21, 2016
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Welcome:
Ron Windrim in the Chair welcomed the large group of members present. Meeting was opened at 9:15 am.
Members with Guests:
Kathy Lowe, Bill McCachen, Marianne Duffley, and Stan Wood all introduced their guests, for a total of 7 guests at the meeting.
Announcements:
- Ron thanked Bob & Melba Nelson for setup and door duties.
- Thanks as well to the Catering Crew of Maureen & David Paterson, and Anna & Bruce Reilly.
- Happy Birthday to all the October celebrants as well!
Minutes:
Judie Taylor moved the Minutes of the General Meeting held on Sept. 16, 2016 be approved as circulated on our website. Bob Bevis seconded. Carried.
Treasurer:
Carolyn Dodd reported that as of October 20, 2016, the funds available at CCCU are as follows:
- High Interest Savings Account: $3,675.32
- Chequing Account: $1,825.42
Social Convenor:
Ann Lawson reported insufficient interest for either Bard on the Beach or Morning Star Farm events, so no outing took place in September.
The October event, “Historic Tour from Nanoose Bay northwards to Courtenay”, guided and narrated by historian David Maas, was deemed a great success.
Other upcoming events are:
- Nov. 23 Quiz Night, jointly with Northwest Bay Probus Club, to be held at the Nanoose Library beginning at 5 pm. Appys and BYOB.
- Dec. 8 Christmas Party at Fairwinds. Planning is well underway with many volunteers working together.
Please see the website for more details as well as signup forms.
Sunshine:
Jacqui Townsend reported that only one card had been sent out this month. Please let Jacqui know if you are aware of anyone needing a card in a difficult time.
Special Interest Groups:
Ron asked SIG leaders for information on meetings and events.
- ABBA (Anything But Bridge) will meet Tues. Nov. 8 at the home of Bob and Melba Nelson for games organized by Gord and Corrine Berkin,
- Book Club #1 – Meeting Tues. Nov. 15 at Gillian Sinclair’s home to discuss the book “Desert Queen”.
- Book Club #2 – Meeting Wed. Oct. 26 at Phyllis Horne’s home, discussing the book “Me Before You”
- Afternoon Bridge – Monday afternoons at 1 pm. Contact Violet Ewing.
- Evening Bridge – Wednesday & Saturday evenings at 7 pm. Contact Toine Rhemtulla.
- Coin Collectors – Meeting Fri. Oct 28 at 10 am. Contact Bob Bevis. All welcome.
- Computer Club – No meeting until November. Contact Grant Krucik with topic ideas.
- Dinner Theatre – Sun. Dec. 4 at 2pm matinee performance of “A Christmas Story”. Contact Bev Watson in October, or Marie Emery in November.
- Gardening Club – Fall workshops at Green Thumb, but no Christmas Workshops this year. Contact Ann Williams
- Kayaking – Bob Nelson is organizer. First meeting had 12 people. Will meet in.Feb.
- Les Wineaux – Tony Ransom reported successful outing in Cowichan with 18 members. Next event will be towards end of November. TBA.
- Mah Jongg – Mondays at 1 pm. Possible “new learners group” in November. Contact Ethel Vincent-Lambert.
- Men’s Book Club – Wed. Nov. 16 at 3:30 pm. Discussing “Red Notice”. Room for a few new members. Contact Bo Hakanson.
- Men’s Coffee & Discussion – Tues. 1 at 9 am. Meet at Perks at Red Gap every Tuesday. Stan Wood, organizer.
- OpinionaTED – Oct. 27 at 7pm. At Doug and Leslie Horseman’s home. Contact Kathy Lowe.
- Photography Club – Nov. 17 at 9:30 am. Sharing photos of Autumn scenes. Contact Ron Windrim. N.B. Jenny Ransom announced a 14- month Calendar featuring photos taken by Photo Club members will be available for those who sign up to receive one. Cost will be approximately $23.00 + tax to cover production expenses.
- Walking Group – Every Wednesday. Meet at Nanoose Place at 9:15 am to participate in that day’s walk and lunch. All welcome. Contact John Hansmeyer.
- WeeDrammers – Scotch Tasting Group. Last Tuesday of the month at 5 pm. Contact Bill MacMillan for information. Room for two more in this group.
Please check Special Interest Groups monthly updates on our website for detailed and current information. Also check the sign-up sheet table to show your interest in possible new Clubs.
Communications:
Ron reported the website is being well-used. Thank you to group members who have provided photos and commentaries on their events.
Membership:
Alida Sali reported membership is full at 180, with 27 people on the waiting list. Remember to send in your completed Membership Renewal Form along with a cheque as soon as possible. Address the envelope to Alida Sali, Membership Secretary.
Guest Speaker:
Bob Popple, our guest speaker, was introduced by Jim Watson, who provided some background information of Bob’s life. Bob is an accomplished author, and his presentation titled “The Joy of Writing” maintained there is a book inside of each one of us, just waiting to be written down. From there he took us through the process of research, extensive note taking, many face to face interviews with his subject, more extensive note-taking, and the monumental task of organizing all those details long before the actual writing took place. Bob has always carried a large notebook for the exact purpose of jotting down ideas and factual information at any time.
His latest book “Cold War Warrior: Canadian MI-6 agent Lawrence Fox” is an excellent example of his talent of employing these methods to chronicle Fox’s life.
Jim Watson thanked him for his hints and tips of how to write our own family’s history as well.
Club Lunch:
Club Lunch today is at Chameleon’s in Parksville, organized by Helen Stuart and Jane Juba. Helen and Jane are looking for other organizers to fill this position next year.
Attendance: 91 Members 7 Guests
Next Management Meeting:
Thurs. Nov. 3 at 10 AM, Carolyn Dodd’s house.
Final Announcements:
- Jay Spence reminded us the Fairwinds Speaker Series, Sunday@4, begins October 23. Presentation is free, followed by a Buffet dinner for those with prior reservations.
- Jacqui Townsend announced an Elder College speaker presentation at Nanoose Place on October 22 with the topic “Cougar Annie”.
- Ron Windrim announced the Nominations Committee will be looking for members who would be interested in becoming involved in next year’s Management Committee. The changeover takes place in March at the AGM, so please contact any of the current managment committee if you are interested in filling a position on the Management Committee.
Reminder:
Please turn in your badges to the box on your way out.
Please help with stacking chairs and tidying the Hall.
Adjourn: Meeting adjourned at 11:00 AM
