Membership Benefits
Monthly Gatherings
Everyone enjoys coming to these gatherings. A chance to catch up with old friends, meet new friends and find out what's going on in the club!
During the first half-hour we mingle. Yes - we just talk! Oh and enjoy coffee, tea, and treats.
The meeting is then called to order. After brief opening remarks a speaker is introduced and we sit back, listen and learn.
Examples of speakers this past year include:
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Kathleen Ann Kelly, author of “Where Dogs Dwell’ - her experience as a nurse midwife during turbulent 1970’s and 80’s in South America.
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Terry Hooper, North Island ElderCollege Instructor and IT Specialist,: how to protect yourself when using email, the internet and your phone
No one leaves before winning tickets are drawn for a number of gift-certificates from local pubs, cafés and restaurants. A little thank-you just for showing up!
Events
The club hosts many events open to all members.
The Holiday Party in December and the Summer BBQ in July, are among the most popular and well attended.
In addition to our regular rotation, we have 'Special Events' anytime the club has something to celebrate.
Member-sponsored events are always super fun. They happen when a member comes up with a great idea and is willing to make it happen. Usually, other members help out, lightening the load and making these events very successful.
Some examples include:
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PRISMA music festival in Powell River
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Pancake Breakfasts
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Bowling
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Tea Party
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Black & White Gala
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Boat trip to Princess Louisa Inlet
Activities
We are a very busy group!
Currently a wonderful group of volunteer Activity Group coordinators lead 29 groups.
Most of our members participate in at least 2-3 groups and many belong to more.
Anyone can put their hand up and volunteer to lead a group, giving folks a chance to share interests, hobbies and activities.
Currently the club is operating the following activity groups:
HOBBIES & INTERESTS: Art Appreciation, Bridge, Fiddle for Beginners, Finance, Games Night, Genealogy, Issues & Topics, Knit Wits, Live Music Appreciation, Movies, Photography, Recommended Readers, Travel
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES: Biking, Biking - Easy Riders, Birding, Dog Walkies, Golf, Hiking, Snowshoeing, Walking - Hour Ramblers, Walking - Regular, Walking - Strollers
EATING & DRINKING: Pub Club, Lunch Bunch, Wine & Appies
IN THE KNOW: Impromptu Diversions, Probus Inter-Club Special Events