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

Hand and Foot is Back!  Come join this fun and challenging card game played in groups of four.

In May, we will be playing on the 3rd Tuesday of the month (May 20th) in the afternoon. We host lessons from 1- 2 pm for new players and for those who need practice, and then we continue to play from 2 – 4 pm.

All are welcome to come join the fun.

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.  

We had our first meeting, and are reading “The Woman in Cabin 10”. 

The club is currently full, but feel free to sign up for the waitlist.

Wine Club – Coordinator Lorraine Ward

We have tasted wines from New Zealand, France, Italy.  Our next Wine-At-Home Event is scheduled for May 22nd.  We will be tasting Canadian wines/appetizers.

In the summer months, we plan to tour local wineries. 

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. 

Our Tuesday May 27th Arts & Crafts will also be at a different location.  We will be making “fidget blankets” for our own future use – or for persons with Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Autism and Sundowner

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. We are currently working on an intricate stained glass picture of a tree.

 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. 

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.If you are interested please reach out.

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.