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Our Strength is Fellowship, Our Success is Participation.
ISSUE #74 NEWSLETTER May 2018
Probus-Guildwood Meetings are held the 2nd Wednesday of each Month, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Guildwood Community Presbyterian Church,
140 Guildwood Parkway, Guildwood Village – Everyone is most welcome.
President’s Message
The month of May may prove to
be trying for some of you. The
month requires you to date your
mate, recommit to your
relationship, be civil and smile
while you’re doing all that.
Whew. That may take a lot out of you. Thank
goodness there are some fun, albeit silly days
ahead to recoup. What are some of the other fun
things going on? Here’s a brief list:
For the month:
Date Your Mate Month (What do you do the
other 11 months?)
National Recommitment Month (Why you’re
dating your mate)
Get Caught Reading Month (Try it with a real
book)
Global Civility Awareness Month (You can
ignore it the rest of the year)
National Smile Month (While you’re being
civil)
Weekly Holidays
14-20 – Craft Beer (‘Cause one day is definitely
not enough.)
Daily Holidays
3 – National Day of Reason (Wish this
coincided with voting day!)
3 – National Two Different Colored Shoes Day
(Go on, you know you want to)
5 – National Homebrew Day (I’ll take a couple
of those)
5 – World Naked Gardening Day (I’m sorry I
didn’t let Lee know earlier)
6 – World Laughter Day (Funny how this
follows the 5th)
8 – No Socks Day (I’m not sure it’s warm
enough for that yet)
9 – Lost Sock Memorial Day (Now you know
where those socks went)
10 – Clean up Your Room Day (Should be
easier with those missing socks)
11 – Eat What You Want Day (Chocolate cake
and lobsters)
11 – Twilight Zone Day (How you feel after
eating what you want)
12 – Limerick Day (Dorothée – how about a
newsletter done in limericks?)
12 – Stay Up All Night (You get to the
bathroom quicker that way)
13 – Mother's Day
14 – National Chicken Dance Day (No, I don’t
want to see that)
20 – Take Your Parents to the Playground Day
(And remember swing them really high)
21 – End of the World or
Rapture Party Day (What a
way to go)
24 – Victoria Day
31 –National Speak in
Sentences Day (Try that while texting)
Warmer days are ahead with sunshine projected
(weather is definitely not predicted). Get out
there with socks (or no socks), matching shoes
or otherwise. Find some friends, pick an
activity and have some fun. I’m looking forward
to lots of great food and libation. I’m also
practicing my sentences. Alan Burt
May 2018 Probus-Guildwood Newsletter Page 2
Life can be Fun… as long as you do it with the right people.
Our April Presenter
Kaitlin Wainwright
Heritage Toronto
On April 11, Kaitlin explained that Heritage
Toronto “brings together the collective stories of
Toronto through programs that share our past,
foster a sense of place and inspire people to
participate in the building of their
communities”.
There are over 60 public walks exploring
Toronto’s architecture, music history and
natural heritage; some are repeated at least once.
This year there is a new program, Emerging
Historian tours, whereby six new walking tours
have been created.
Heritage Toronto has installed over 500
commemorative plaques noting specific people,
places and events that have shaped Toronto.
There are public programs of pop-up exhibits,
symposia and bus tours.
Heritage Toronto also advises the city on
heritage issues and planning matters and
celebrates the extraordinary contributions of
individuals, groups and organizations at their
Annual Toronto Awards Ceremony.
Since 2018 is the centennial of women’s rights
to vote in Ontario, there are tours celebrating the
achievements of women who sought improve-
ments in gender equality and a fair and just
society.
Be sure to book early as spots fill up quickly.
Bring a water bottle, comfortable shoes and
dress appropriately as tours go regardless of the
weather. Register at heritagetoronto.org.
Donations of $10 are encouraged to cover the
costs for this charitable enterprise. Further
information is available at 416-338-0684 or
Membership is $35 for seniors 65+ or under 30.
It entitles you to members-only events, a 30%
discount on events and programs, reciprocal
benefits with partner organizations and free
admission to city museums. Call 416-338-0684
Many thanks to Kaitlin and for bringing the
May-October 2018 and membership brochures.
She also reminded us to participate in Toronto’s
May 27 and 28 Doors Open event to see many
behind the scenes locals. Wendy Hooker
Q: What do you get when you cross a dog and a calculator?
A: A friend you can count on.
May 2018 Probus-Guildwood Newsletter Page 3
Life can be Fun… as long as you do it with the right people.
April Birthdays
Pauline Steel and Cheryl Dominski
Janet delivers our Joke of the month
Lunch with Friends
Seventeen guests attended on April 27 at the
Eggcellent Grill House, the food was excellent
with very generous portions.
We will be going to the new Halibut House at
Lawrence and Kingston Road on May 25. There
will be a sign-up sheet at the May meeting or
call Jan Eaton at (416-261-8857). I can also
provide reviews of restaurants the Club has
visited over the last five years. Jan Eaton
Children’s Reading Program Guildwood Junior Public School is searching for
reading volunteers.
For more information see the March
newsletter. If you are interested, please contact
Principal Marilyn Leighton
[email protected] or secretary
Mary Kokinakis [email protected],
or call 416-396-6295.
Membership
At our April meeting we had 66 people in
attendance including four guests. Our
membership now totals 114.
Updating Your Information – occasionally
we need to contact members either by phone or
email. A reminder that if you have changed your
address, phone number or email address, please
advise the membership team when you sign in at
our meetings. Alternately you can contact: Enid
Comars at 416-264-2816, or email:
[email protected] to update your
information. Membership back-up contact is
Elizabeth Williams at: 416-282-8595 or email:
To reduce printing costs, please give us your
email address so that we can email your
monthly newsletter. (As a bonus, you will
receive it in colour.)
Keeping in Touch and Celebration
We often think of our members who are currently
healing from their surgeries and we certainly miss
Carole Lidgold, Refreshment Coordinator and
Guildwood writer and also Jane Corry, Speakers
Chair.
Kindly inform Karen Manuel at: 416-283-5079 or
by e-mail: [email protected] about any
member who is ill, hospitalized, or has
experienced a recent bereavement. We would also
enjoy announcing any special event of yours at
our next meeting, such as an award, or significant
anniversary or birthday. Come to the meeting and
we will announce it and celebrate with you.
Membership Committee
Volunteers (2) for Probus-Guildwood Due to recent illness or surgery, we need your
help. We’ve lost the services provided by Joy
McIntosh, our Secretary, and while Jane Corry,
Speakers Chair, is in respite care. If you can
prepare minutes and are willing to attend the
general and executive meetings each month, you
would be a welcome addition to our executive.
Jane has been finalizing our 2018 monthly
speakers, but she really needs a partner. Please
contact an executive member if interested.
I thought it would take a lot longer to get old.
May 2018 Probus-Guildwood Newsletter Page 4
Life can be Fun… as long as you do it with the right people.
Meeting Refreshments
Our volunteers for the April meeting were
Gloria Fraser, Jean Barrett, Doreen
Lougheed and Genia Young, who provided us
with a good and tasty selection of baked goods.
We have Genia Young, Peggy Dear, Betty
Hitchcock and Dorothée McKinlay for our
May meeting. There will be a sign-up sheet at
our May meeting for volunteers for June and
July.
Many thanks to all the wonderful folks who take
the time to provide our Probus-Guildwood
meetings with baked goods. Please remember
that all our volunteer bakers are fully
compensated for their costs – if they wish to be
compensated.
Speakers at Our Monthly Meetings
May 9 Female Pilot – Lesley Page
June 13 Habitat for Humanity – Janine
Smith
July 11 Music, Why we like what we
like – Catherine Willshire
Volunteers Needed at the East
Scarborough Storefront
If you have a skill or interested in helping the
community occasionally or on a regular basis –
you are wanted. Perhaps you know others who
may be interested. Please contact Nadia Hedy at
647-347-1693 or [email protected] or
visit www.thestorefront.org.
The 50/50 ticket
was won by Wendy Hooker
which she donated back to the club.
The chance to win a Million Dollars
Lottery ticket was won by:
Brunhild Brauer-Irwin
FYI (For Your Information)
FYI contains items-notices-events that members
feel others may be interested in. Thank you to
members who submit items. Please send to
[email protected] or directly to the
NL editor [email protected]
City of Toronto Biodiversity Booklet
Series: These booklets are available at your
local library or:
https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-
gardens-beaches/ravines-natural-
parklands/biodiversity-in-the-city-2/
The booklets are intended to reconnect people
with the natural world and raise an awareness of
the seriousness that biodiversity loss represents
and how it affects them directly.
Scarborough Ride Program for Seniors
Drivers are from Hope Church and charge $7.00
for driving Seniors for Appointments.
The phone number is: 416-847-4146.
Once you are registered (done on the phone in
minutes) you just have to call a few days in
advance giving the required time, address and
destination. You arrange with the driver the best
pickup time for delivery home.
May 2018 Probus-Guildwood Newsletter Page 5
Life can be Fun… as long as you do it with the right people.
Habitat for
Humanity ReStore By donating furniture,
appliances, building
supplies, home décor
and kitchen cabinetry you will receive a
charitable tax receipt. Pickups from your garage
or driveway are free. Call (416) 755-7353 or,
contact: www.habitatgta.ca/restore/donate-stuff-
to-restore/. There is a small fee if you wish
pickup from the interior of your home. You can
also purchase items from the ReStores. A small
fee is charged for delivery. Overstock items are
also most welcome. Call 1-844-GTADON8
(3668) or e-mail: [email protected]. All
monies are used to build affordable homes for
local families.
Probus Clubs
On April 20 John Roblin, Alan Burt and Wendy
Hooker attended the District 3 Probus Meeting
in Mississauga where we exchanged best club
practices. PROBUS clubs are a valuable resource
for adults who have retired from various vocations
including business or the professional world.
Studies confirm that being active physically and
mentally enriches and extends our lives.
PROBUS clubs provide more opportunities for
engagement, fun and more ways to expand our
social networks, interests and skills.
Building Social Networks
Three years ago we implemented one resource
that other clubs use to assist members to connect
with one another. Thanks to Barry Scheffer and
Alan Burt and Your participation, we have an
exclusive Probus-Guildwood Club Registry so
that you can see and connect with other members
from their photos, interests and contact
information. We also have club volunteers who
greet you at the door and present newsletters to
our members who do not have computers. We call
upon specific members who offer additional
opportunities for amusement such as Janet Heise
with the Guild Festival Theatre and Lee MacLeod
with the Scarborough Horticultural Society.
Membership Chair, Enid Comars, introduces our
guests and invites new members, monthly
birthday celebrants and others to come to the front
for recognition and a photograph to be placed in
our newsletter. It is all intended for FUN and
SOCIAL connections. We even have two draws at
the end of our meetings where the lucky winners
will also have their pictures in the newsletter. We
will introduce some more icebreaker activities in
the future.
Probus-Guildwood and the Future
With Probus-Guildwood, we offer monthly year
round meetings where we socialize and volunteer
with other club members and guests, discover
what’s happening in our neighbourhoods,
particularly through our newsletter, share some
refreshments, listen to informative speakers and
sign up for events and our monthly luncheon. We
are fortunate to have a Volunteer Executive who
coordinate our club meetings and events by
meeting the fourth Wednesday from 1:30 to 3:30
p.m. We really need more people to share their
skills in this capacity, possibly as Co-Executive
Members for President, Vice President, Secretary,
Treasurer and Membership. Sadly, many of us are
performing multiple roles due to lack of additional
club member support. WE will coach YOU.
We also have key members such as Dorothée
McKinlay, who prepares our refreshment table
and newsletter, Jan Eaton who coordinates the
monthly luncheons, Barrie Morgan coordinates
our website, Jane Corry is our Speakers Chair,
Barry Scheffer is our photographer, and Charter
Executive Member, Gerard Baribeau provides
AV, framed guest certificates, finalizes and prints
our newsletter and recycles our refreshment waste.
(would everyone please put waste/recycling in the
correct bin…)
We also have our trusted volunteers who sell the
50/50 draw tickets every month; Cheryn Parry,
Lee Grayhurst and Diane Gamble.
We need YOU to assist or take on a leadership
role for the continuation of our club. Please step
up. Wendy Hooker, Past President.
May 2018 Probus-Guildwood Newsletter Page 6
Life can be Fun… as long as you do it with the right people.
St. Theresa, Shrine of the Little Flower at 2559 Kingston at Midland hosts a Bake Sale
and Tea Room - Sunday, May 6 from 11-2 p.m.
All welcome.
Saturday, May 12, at 3 p.m. Metropolitan
Winds Scarborough Citadel Community Church
at 2021 Lawrence Avenue east are offering this
concert for $20 per person.
Interested in learning more about
iPhones? Laura Clancy will teach small
groups of people, particularly seniors, from late
May onwards. Contact Wendy Hooker at
416-266-4682 for further information.
TTC Implementing Trial Seasonal
Accessible Bus Service to Bluffers Park
Commencing May 13, to Thanksgiving
Monday, October 8, the TTC is offering bus
service on weekends and holidays to Bluffers
Park. The bus will operate from Kennedy
Station along Eglinton and then south on
Brimley Road. The bus will operate from 8:00
a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
New Hamburg Mennonite Relief Sale
Saturday May 26
https://mcccanada.ca/get-involved/events/new-
hamburg-relief-sale
This is a wonderful Annual Quilt Auction and
Sale on Saturday morning with other yard, food
and plants sales. Travel along Highway 8 to
New Hamburg Fairgrounds, 251 Jacob Street.
All proceeds help communities in need. There is
a Children’s Activity Tent and entertainment.
You can also attend the Opening Friday evening
5 p.m. to review everything in advance. There is
also a fundraiser run Saturday morning. The
village is lovely with residents offering various
garage and plant sales. We often stop at the
town park to watch the birds on the water. If
you are interested in making a quilt or a relief
kit, directions are on the website.
Strange new trend at the office. People putting names on food in the company
fridge. Today I had a tuna sandwich named Kevin.
How many boxes of these 'Thin Mints' do I have to eat before I start seeing results?
Royal Botanical Gardens Trip Saturday June 23 Come along with the Scarborough Garden and
Horticultural Society on to the Royal Botanical
Gardens just outside Hamilton. It’s a series of
gardens full of exotic plants, flowers and trees.
You could spend many days here but we will
concentrate on one day.
Scarborough Garden and Hort is looking
forward to a guided visit to one of two gardens
in the morning – the Rock Garden or the Laking
Garden.
The Rock Garden is home to stunning
perennials, interesting trees and shrubs and
elegant conifers.
The Laking Garden offers iris and peony
collections and a stunning display of clematis
along with hostas, ornamental grasses and
season-long perennials.
In the morning we divide into small groups,
each with a guide to explain the history of each
garden. In the afternoon you are free to wander
or visit the new Rock Garden visitor centre.
The Rockery has paved paths and is ideal for
anyone, especially those with a mobility
disability. Laking Garden is totally grass with a
stunning array of peonies, iris and other spring
flowers.
Our lunch is a delicious deli buffet –
sandwiches, salads, desserts, tea, coffee, decaf
coffee, and soft drinks. In addition, Parkinson
Coach line is providing a luxury bus, all this for
$95. Pick up is Scarborough Village at 8:15 a.m.
Join us for a day in the gardens. You won’t
regret it.
(P.S. we accept cash or cheques but would like
to be paid as soon as possible. See me at the
break or after the meeting.)
Lee MacLeod 416-284-6626, President
Scarborough Garden and Horticultural Society
May 2018 Probus-Guildwood Newsletter Page 7
Life can be Fun… as long as you do it with the right people.
Stouffville Probus invites you to join their
adventure to Mackinac Island
Lilac Festival on Mackinac Island – Friday,
June 15 to Monday, June 18. Imagine Mackinac
Island in a blaze of color and fragrance during
their famous Lilac Festival. The day starts and
finishes with a scenic ferry ride to and from the
island. Then combine a full tour of the island on
a horse drawn carriage and an elegant luncheon
buffet at the magnificent Grand Hotel – a five-
star culinary experience – this day will long be
remembered.
For complete details, see our March newsletter. To book or for more information, please contact
Lorna Ware at 416-439-5641
email: [email protected]
Scarborough Village Seniors Presents Come From Away. After a sold-out, standing-
room only Toronto engagement before heading
to Broadway, Come From Away returns due to
overwhelming demand. It’s been called the
“edge of the world.” The weather is wild, but
the locals never lack for warmth. And it’s here,
in Newfoundland, where a remote town became
the epicentre of a remarkable true story filled
with unusual characters, unexpected
camaraderie and uncommon generosity.
Date: Tuesday, June 26
For complete details of trip, see March
newsletter.
Contact Susan Bach at 416-755-0179
Newfoundland trip Once called the Edge of the Earth,
Newfoundland delivers a unique vacation
experience. Get up close with a humpback
whale, visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site,
get a taste of traditional “screech” and explore a
rich culture and history. Date: July 31-August 9 – nine days and eight nights
Double Triple Quad Single
$2394 $2198 $2100 $3006
Rates are subject to 15% HST.
www.atlantictours.com Newfoundland Explorer
Contact: Lucy T. Perri at 647-831-0064
RECIPE CORNER Kitchen Sink Cookies (everything but the
kitchen sink goes into it)
Heat oven to 350
8 oz butter
3/4 cup white sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar
Cream together
Beat in one at a time - 2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla essence
Stir together
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups oatmeal (I prefer large flake, but any sort
is OK)
1 heaping tsp baking soda
Add slowly to creamed mixture
Lastly, stir in 2 cups of anything you like:
chocolate chips, nuts, coconut, raisins,
dates, etc.
I also half this recipe
Bake for 11-12 minutes for softer cookie. No
longer than 15 minutes for crisper cookie.
Enjoy. Courtesy of Pauline Steel
The recipe said, "Now reduce the wine" ...
so I drank the whole bottle.
Guildwood Day – June 2
Guildwood Garage Sale Day
May 26
May 2018 Probus-Guildwood Newsletter Page 8
Life can be Fun… as long as you do it with the right people.
Probus-Guildwood Information – Meeting Schedule
The Club meets on the 2nd Wednesday
of each Month
1:30 to 3:30 p.m. – Guildwood Community Presbyterian Church, 140 Guildwood Parkway,
Guildwood Village
CLUB PURPOSE
To provide regular gatherings for active retirees who join together to create opportunities to keep minds active, expand interests and enjoy the fellowship of new friends.
CLUB MAILING ADDRESS Probus-Guildwood
50 Sunnypoint Crescent Scarborough, ON M1M 1B9
email: [email protected] web site: http://probus-guildwood.homestead.com
Management-Executive Team 2017 - 2018 The Executive meets the fourth Wednesday of each month
President: Alan Burt [email protected]
416 266-4682
Past President: Wendy Hooker [email protected]
416 266-4682
Vice-President: VACANT Secretary: VACANT Treasurer: John Roblin [email protected]
416-266-6349
Membership: Enid Comars (chairperson) [email protected] Barrie Morgan (Assistant) [email protected] Elizabeth Williams (Assistant) [email protected]
416-264-2816 416-261-2735 416-282-8595
Speakers: Jane Corry [email protected]
416 289-1911
Newsletter [ed.] Dorothée McKinlay [email protected]
416 264-4748
Sub-Committees and Helpers AV, Awards & Newsletter Printer: Gerard Baribeau
Refreshments: Carole Lidgold, Dorothée McKinlay, 50/50 Draw: Lee Grayhurst, Cheryn Parry, Diane Gamble Photographer: Barry Scheffer Web Site Co-ordinator: Barrie Morgan Activities: VACANT Lunch with Friends: Jan Eaton Set-up/Take down: Assistance is needed – please volunteer, you are needed – John Roblin Speakers: Cheryn Parry, Lee Grayhurst, Jan Eaton Resident Jokester: Janet Heise Membership Assistants: Mitzi Clarke, Maureen Bushey, Carolyn Hannaford, Margaret Niemela Proofreaders: Judy and Gerard Baribeau Reporters: Articles & events welcomed – Please – Thanks to all who submit items/articles...
The Newsletter is published monthly prior to our monthly meeting. Your Assistance most welcome and many thanks to all our “Helpers”
Last Column – Activity Calendar–
everything in one place Date Activity
Wed. May 9 Monthly Meeting
Fri. May 25 Lunch with Friends
Wed. June 13 Monthly Meeting
Fri. June 29 Lunch with Friends
Wed. July 11 Monthly Meeting
Fri. July 27 Lunch with Friends