The PROBUS Club of Applewood
Mississauga
Past Events
Toronto Blue Jays
July 25, 2024
Twenty in total attended the Jays game on July 25 with the Tampa Bay Rays;  was not a good outcome as the Jays lost 13-0.  So, look forward to next year.

Kent
         
Little Canada Excursion
May 29, 2024
                                              
We all travelled by Go Train and/or subway to tour Toronto's number 1 tourist attraction located in downtown Toronto at Yonge and Dundas Streets. Aptly named Little Canada, it is a display of various regions of Canada in miniature.

There are many moving parts including trains, cars, people and even rocking boats in the Charlottetown Harbour. Expansion of the layout is on a continuing basis with work started on the West Coast and Far North. Everything is developed in-house and a stop to talk to a couple of model makers is a must.

You can even be "Littlized" and put somewhere of your choice on the display.

After about 2 hours we, (17 of us), gathered for lunch at Jack Astor's restaurant on the 4th floor.

John Mark
         
 
Guide Dog Tour
March 12, 2024

Our group had an interesting and educational tour at the Guide Dog Training Centre - Oakville Lions Foundation of Canada Facilities.

It was wonderful to learn of the collective efforts that so many people play in training dogs to assist people with various impairments to

be able to navigate the world with greater independence.
         
Christmas Lunch - Markland Wood Golf Club
Dec 7, 2023 
                                                                    
On December 7, there were 65 who attended the Christmas Lunch at Markland Wood Golf Club.  All enjoyed the meal and hospitality at this fine club. 

Among the Santa Claus hats, sweaters, socks, etc. the full holiday suit by Jim Christie really stood out.
 
         
Evita Theatre Outing
November 8, 2023
                                                                    
On November 5th, several couples from the Applewood Probus Club travelled to Cambridge to see Drayton Theatre's production of "Evita". Prior to this event, arrangements were made to meet for lunch at the Evo Kitchen and Bar restaurant, just a few minutes walk from the theatre. We had 30 people attend the show, and most of that group were able to gather for a tasty lunch of salads, sandwiches, wraps or the trendy fish taco platter.

With appetites satiated, we were able to sit back and enjoy this Tony award winning operetta by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. The story charts the meteoric rise of Argentina's infamous Eva Peron, affectionately known as Evita. "Evita" is well known for its recognized musical numbers such as "Don't Cry For Me Argentina", "Buenos Aires" and "Another Suitcase in Another Hall". Once again, Drayton Entertainment did not disappoint! This was a polished production of a challenging musical and kudos must be given to the cast who were clearly accomplished at their craft.

All in all, this outing proved to be another great theatre day for Applewood Probus. See you next time!
         
McMichael Gallery - Tom Thomson Tour
November 21, 2023
                                                                    
On November 21, there were 13 of us who took the guided tour of the special Tom Thomson collection at the McMichael Gallery in Kleinberg.  We had a personable guide in Josie who filled us in on important aspects of his life and paintings of which there were many from other galleries.  After, most had an enjoyable lunch in the Gallery restaurant.

Kent
         
Longo's October Cooking Demo
October 30, 2023

On October 30, members of our Probus group and guests enjoyed the Beerfest cooking demonstration at the Applewood Longos. Chef Jim was informative, entertaining and prepared a delicious beer infused meal. We started with ale and cheddar biscuits, braised Octoberfest red cabbage with lager and German style sausages, followed by whipped potatoes and bangers. Topping off the meal was a beer float for dessert. Lots of food, good conversation and helpful cooking tips made for a fun evening.
         
McMaster Nuclear Reactor Tour
October 1, 2023
 
On Tuesday, October 17 there were 16 members that joined the McMaster Nuclear Reactor tour for a very informative and interesting tour of a working nuclear reactor.   This reactor is used not for power generation but to produce isotopes for scientific research and medical treatments, and materials testing.   All in all it was interesting to learn about how the reactor works and the safeguards and requirements needed to manage a nuclear reactor.    

After the tour the members chose a restaurant of their choice for lunch.