SOCIAL ACTIVITIES – updated June 2, 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
5 event dates below, please scroll down for details.
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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 program includes Brahms’ Double Concerto in A minor, Op. 102, and Berlioz’ Symphonie Fantastique featuring violinist Gwen Hoebig (former concertmaster of the Winnipeg Symphony) and her brother cellist Desmond Hoebig (former principal cellist with the Cleveland Orchestra, Houston Symphony Orchestra, and Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra; and former member of the Orford String Quartet.). 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 $120.
A ticket has come available! Contact Ann for more information.
For more information contact Ann Lawson.
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Chemainus Theatre
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Thursday July 16th
Nanoose Bay Probus Annual Picnic 2026
The Nanoose Bay Probus Picnic will be on Thursday, July 16th at Rathtrevor Park, group camp site G1. (same as last year’s location) Please arrive by 4:00pm. Food will be available at 5:00pm. There is a choice of either beef or salmon burger and this must be chosen before the picnic. Three types of salads as well as cake will be provided.
There will be a sign-up sheet at the June Probus meeting, but you may also sign up by emailing Wendy via social@nbprobus.org. Please indicate who is attending and each person’s choice of burger. The cost per person is $5.00. Please respond by Saturday, July 4th. ALSO, when E-transferring your money to treasurer@nbprobus.org you must add the word PICNIC and the attendee’s names into the message box provided.
You will need to bring clothing appropriate for the weather; also cutlery, plates, beverages and glasses, and a comfortable chair, as picnic tables are limited.
Depending on the weather you may wish to bring a jacket, sun block and insect repellent.
The map below shows the route to parking lot #2 in blue. The red line shows where people who have mobility issues can be dropped off, before the vehicle continues on to parking lot #2. The green line indicates the path from the parking lot to the venue. (a very short distance).
We are looking for volunteers to assist with set-up, especially those of the male persuasion. We also need one more barbeque to bring to the site.
In addition to the sign up sheet for picnic attendance there will be a volunteer sign up sheet at the June general meeting. Deadline for sign up is July 4th.
For any questions, please email me directly.
Wendy H.
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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