meets monthly in person, and offers a simultaneous Zoom session for those that cannot attend in person.
Probus Club Activities
Marathon Bridge: The Marathon Bridge Group plays two games a month from October to May. We hold our wind-up lunch in May. We play bridge to cultivate friendships. We never take the game seriously. The group is open to all Probus members, Spouses, and Significant Others. Please come and enjoy the fun. The plan is to resume this activity in the future, given sufficient interest.
Contact: Peter Morris, "peterjmo@bell.net"
Dinner Group: Probus members and their partners meet monthly on usually the third Thursday of each month to enjoy fine dining at local restaurants. Each month is a different restaurant hosted by a different member. The Dinner Group is an excellent opportunity for Probus Members to enjoy a delicious meal with good company in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.
Contact: Hugo Kamerling, "hukamerling1@gmail.com"
THE BREAKFAST CLUB:
The Breakfast Club meets every 2nd Tuesday at the Sunnyside Grill on Prince Michael Drive. The restaurant offers a full breakfast, tea or coffee only, or nothing at all if members only want to enjoy the camaraderie of their fellow Probus buddies. Good friends, good food, and good conversation lead to an enjoyable atmosphere. See the "Calendar" tab for dates of upcoming breakfasts.
Contact: Curt Allen: (416) 705-3632, or "curtis.allen@sympatico.ca"
Living Alone Group (LAG):
This group was expressly formed for members who live alone due to their spouses having passed away. The L.A.G. also encompasses Probus members who, for the most part, live alone due to spousal confinement in a long-term care facility. With the passing of Ron Thornbury, LAG no longer has a centralized contact.The club is looking for someone to become the main point of contact for this group. If you are interested please contact Hugo Kamerling, hukamerling1@gmail.com.
For members who are widowed, divorced or whose partner is confined, another possible option of companionship might be the group section of Facebook. Facebook has an extensive variety of groups and clubs for single persons.
I am familiar with Ontario Widows and Widowers group on Facebook. They have number of events, all of which are optional, for both women and men. Simply create a Facebook account and on the main page on the left hand side of the screen select GROUPS and browse the list,
If you try this option, please llt me know how you like or dislike it.
Updated Dec 3/25. BW
Contact: Hugo Kamerling or Brian Waterfield
Lunch & Pool Group:
This Group meets every Tuesday at noon at Monaghan's Sports Pub and Grill (1289 Marlborough Ct., Oakville - across from Sheridan College on Trafalgar, in the same plaza as Rabba's Fine Foods) for a tasty pub-style lunch, followed by a casual game of pool, or just a chat. The Group is a long-standing Probus Old Oakville activity. The camaraderie with fellow members is the prime reason for its longevity. Playing pool and enjoying a nice lunch is secondary to the enjoyment of good conversation, jokes, and laughter amongst the group. Members pay for lunch only – the pool is free.
Contact: John Williams, "williamshome2@icloud.com"
Investment Club: Meetings begin with a general discussion on general investment interests including Economics, Politics, Technology, Interest Rates, and Stock Market Outlooks. We manage two mock portfolios – a growth portfolio and a Dividend Income portfolio. Members also participate in an annual contest where three securities are selected. The Investment Club meets at 1:30 p.m. on the third Monday of each month at St. Jude's Anglican Church in downtown Oakville. During times of inclement weather, the meeting is performed using Zoom
Contact: Dan Kleemola, "kleemoladan@gmail.com"
Summer Golf: The Summer Golf Group is a leisurely way to enjoy the game of golf. It is open to Spouses, Significant Others, and Guests. Every Wednesday at the Oakville Executive Golf Course. Participants can either ride or walk, and we only play nine holes. You do not have to be a proficient golfer to play. On the contrary, our outings are designed to provide fun and camaraderie, not to show off our golf skills. We normally play Wednesday mornings, unless it is the same day as our Monthly Meeting, when we play in the afternoon instead. See the Calendar for exact information.
Contact: Hugo Kamerling, "hukamerling1@gmail.com"