Interest groups
interest group Activities
Interest groups are formed by individuals from our PROBUS Club membership who have a common interest in a particular activity. An interest group usually meets periodically throughout the year on whatever schedule the group decides. Groups have no formal attendance requirements; most are at no cost and members get to socialize while being involved in the group’s activities.
Hand and Foot Canasta (card game) – Coordinator Amber D'Aguiar
This group will resume in April. Please sign up at the interest group table.
BOOK CLUB – Co-ordinator Maureen Wood
The Book Club is now up and running and will be held the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1 pm. The first meeting with be April 9th.
Wine Club – Coordinator Lorraine Ward
The next meeting is April 23rd,(a possible back up date of April 30th)
We are still looking for volunteers to host.
Fly Tying and Fly Fishing Interest Group – Coordinator Bob Wood
Future dates unknown at present
Arts & Crafts Interest Group – Coordinator Maureen Wood
This group meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month.
It will NOT be held at the Greenbank church. Please use the CONTACT US tab to request the location information.
Sequence Game Interest Group – Coordinator Maureen Wood
Meetings are on the 4th Wednesday of the month. The group continue to meet monthly in Greenbank. The game is easy, yet keeps the brain on high alert. If this.… then that….. try to outsmart the other team by making a Sequence while preventing them from doing the same. No experience is required.
Puzzle Interest Group – Coordinator Maureen Wood
Meetings are the 1st Tuesday of the month. The group continues to meet monthly in Greenbank. Please contact Maureen at: maureen@mr-radon.ca if you would like more information.
Euchre Group – NEW – Looking for a co-ordinator for this group.
If you’re interested in joining this group, please email interestgr.scugoguxbridgeprobus@gmail.com or sign up at the next meeting.
Lunch Group – Coordinator Zana Maksimovic
The next lunch outing is - Friday, May 9 @ 12:00 - Il Fornello in Ajax
Please continue to sign up for lunch at : https://tinyurl.com/SUP-Lunch-Signup “
BUNCO GROUP (Progressive Dice Game) – Coordinators Sue and Bob Armitage
Do you want the rules for Bunco? If so, this is probably the easiest web site to learn from: https://www.wikihow.com/Play-Bunco
It is simply a dice game for 12 or more players. We have played with up to one hundred players. Lots of fun and opportunities to meet new people, and easy to learn. Bunco will be a joint interest group with Uxbridge and Port Perry PROBUS groups.
PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP – Coordinator Jonathan van Bilsen
The Photography Group is no longer. He's now continuing with the group separately outside of PROBUS. Contact Jonathan van Bilsen directly at jon@photosntravel.com if you are intersted in joining the group.
YOGA – Coordinator Donna Williamson
We have two excellent Yoga Teachers Laurie Kennedy and Jill Watson. Contact Donna at yogidonnalee@gmail.com if you have any questions regarding the classes.
Donna is still looking for a new coordinator to take over, so she can switch to teaching mode.
KAYAKING – Coordinator Dietmar Schoenrock
Kayaking will kick off in the spring, with outings for both new and experienced kayakers.
Hiking & Outdoors Group – Coordinator Pam Norton
Thanks to Alison and Mary for continuing to lead weekly hikes. We are always looking for additional weekly hike leader volunteers. They can be any day of the week and can be short urban hikes or longer woodland hikes. We’ve been hiking this winter in Walker Woods, the Rouge Urban Park and Durham Forest.
Live Music Group – Coordinator Pam Norton
Probus members have been meeting up at several live music venues, including Jazz nights at the Historic Leaskdale Church and the Greenbank Folk Music Society monthly music series. Group members are encouraged to share live music opportunities through email and the WhatsApp group
GROUP TRAVEL - Coordinator Lorraine Ward
Here are some of the proposed exciting travel ideas for 2025 and early 2026, offering a mix of adventure, relaxation, and exploration.
• June 2025: The Maritimes (Canada). A scenic and culturally rich trip to the Maritimes would be an incredible way to kick off the summer. We could explore the provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island, taking in picturesque coastlines, historic sites, and charming towns.
• February 2026: Winter Retreat to Aruba. For those who want to escape the cold, a winter retreat to Aruba offers sun, sand, and relaxation in the heart of the Caribbean.
Sign up for the Travel Group at the next meeting if anything here piques your interest
Travel Information – Coordinator Tim Casey
The typical monthly meeting will include a discussion around group members’ recent travel experiences and recommendations and upcoming travel plans. It also will include a feature slide or video presentation on some aspect of travel such as cruises (e.g. big ship, small ship, river cruises, etc.), land-based trips (e.g. various bus tours, self-guided tours, bike tours, adventure travel, hub & spoke travel, volunteer travel, etc.), seasonal travel (e.g. winter escape locations, skiing, spring/fall trips, etc.) and general travel tips (e.g. traveling safe, travel bargains and saving tips, communications while traveling, etc.).
If you’re interested in joining this group, please email interestgr.scugoguxbridgeprobus@gmail.com or sign up at the next meeting.
TO SIGN UP FOR ALL INTEREST GROUPS:
At General Meetings, there will be Interest Group sign-up sheets in the lobby or break room.
If you are interested in joining any of the groups, add your name to the sign-up sheets! Please print!
All joining an Interest Group must be a Club member
Please wear your PROBUS name badge to interest group meetings and events.
There is usually no charge to join an Interest Group, but some may have a minimal fee to pay for using the venue.
Contact interestgr.scugoguxbridgeprobus@gmail.com