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PROBUS Club of Oshawa SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS (as of August, 2026)
SIG's within the PROBUS Club of Oshawa provide members opportunities to participate in various activities throughout the year. These SIG's are for members only and are coordinated by volunteer members of the Club (convenors).
The groups (SIG's) vary in size, depending on the activity and meeting location. Some meet monthly throughout the year, while others are seasonal in nature. If a SIG has reached it's maximum capacity then a new SIG is often started. The information below provides a general description of the PROBUS Club of Oshawa’s SIG's. More specific information about meeting dates, locations, etc. are available in the PROBUS Club of Oshawa’s monthly newsletter.
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
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Member Group Interest Activities
Member Group Interest Activities
Interest group activities are for Members only. The groups arrange their own schedule and venue. Each club organizes different activity groups based on the preferences of club members.
Seasonal groups don't appear on the calendar
e.g. Bridge, Lawn Bowling and Golf
Fellowship, Friendship, Fun
BOOK CLUBS
BOOK CLUB #1: OSHAWA PROBUS CLUB
Convener: Mary K
Day: Last Thursday of the month
Time: 1.00 p.m.
Location: Members’ homes
Description: This was the first book club of the PROBUS Club of Oshawa. Books are chosen by the members to allow variety of content. One of the members leads the discussion every month. This is a great way to discuss books in a relaxed atmosphere.
BOOK CLUB #2: THE BOOKWORMS
Conveners: Marlene Owen and Barb Jones
Day: 4th Tuesday of the month
Time: 10.00 a.m.
Location: Members’ homes
Description: Members share a love of reading and of exchanging views with like-minded friends. A variety of fiction and non-fiction books are selected throughout the year.
BOOK CLUB #3: THE BOOKIES
Conveners: Jane Havens and Barbara Towey
Day: 3rd Tuesday of the month
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Members’ homes
Description: Members of the group enjoy reading and are discussing books with other members. The selection of the books to be read is open to allow members to experience different styles of writings.
LET THE GAMES BEGIN
BID EUCHRE
Convener: Peggy G
Day: 1sr Wednesday of the month
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Description: This group is open to all bid euchre players and invite anyone interested in playing to join them for a fun afternoon.
BRAIN GAMES
Convener: Jacqueline Frank
Day: 3rd Wednesday of the month at 10.00 am
Description: The group gets together to stimulate they brains and have fun playing trivia, riddles, logic puzzles, word games and other activities. Teamwork is encouraged and so is the fun! New members welcome.
BRIDGE MARATHON
Convener: Doug B and Leslie G
Day: as arranged between players
Time: September to April, twice per month
Location: Members’ homes
Description: Bridge players interested in joining the marathon group sign up before September. A schedule is prepared, and players organize themselves to play the required number of games within a specific time frame.
CHESS
Conveners: Ed and Jo T
Day: every Tuesday
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: the Taylor’s home
Description: Chess players of all levels are always welcome at Ed and Jo’s house to play the game they love. If you love chess, feel free to contact Ed and Jo.
EUCHRE
Conveners: Sandra Hunt and Dorothy S
Day: 4th Wednesday of the month
Time: 1:00
Description: Want to play euchre? Join this group and have fun playing cards in a social and friendly environment. Players are encouraged to bring a toonie and a cup or coffee mug. New members are welcome!
HAND AND FOOT CARD GAME
Convener: Marilyn Thaxter
Day: 2nd Thursday of the month
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Description: Come and join this group as they play this challenging and very popular card game similar to canasta. Each player is dealt two separate hands; the first is called the hand and the second the foot. While relatively simple to learn, the game requires strategy, keeping it interesting. You will have fun and enjoy a few laughs during the afternoon.
HAND AND FOOT HAND GAME
Convener: Peggy G
Day: Last Friday of the month
Time: 1 - 4 pm
Description: Each player is dealt two separate hands; the first is called the hand and the second the foot. While relatively simple to learn, the game requires strategy, keeping it interesting. You will have fun and enjoy a few laughs during the afternoon.
MAHJONG
Convenor: Frank K and Sylvia Hughes
Day: 2nd Wednesday of the month
Time: 1 - 4 pm
MUSIC and ENTERTAINMENT
CLASSICAL MUSIC
Convener: Nan M
Day: 1st Tuesday of the month
Time: 10:00 a.m. - noon
Location: Members’ homes
Description: This group is for lovers of classical music. Each month, one or more members take the responsibility of preparing a classical music programme for the group to enjoy. Currently we are planning a new group as this group is presently full.
CHOIR
Convener: Ann A
Day: Every Wednesday
Time: 2 - 4
MOVIE GROUP
Convener: Mary Gibson
Day: every Friday morning
Time: first movie showing of the day
Description: This group is for movie buffs! Every week, the group sees a new movie. They meet at the movie theatre.
The theatre posts their new movies on Wednesdays. An email will go out then for the movie of choice and the time for the Friday movie.” ( We sit in the first row above the level that you come into the theatre to accommodate
our members that can’t climb stairs)
Fitness and Fun
GOLF
Convener: Jack C
Day: once per week
Time: as scheduled, spring to fall
Location: golf courses in the area
Description: This is a weekly golf event at various courses throughout the region. It is a combined activity of the PROBUS clubs of Oshawa and Whitby. The group starts in May and continues until late September/early October. They play on Tuesday one week and on Wednesday the next. Once you have registered with Jack, you receive emails for the complete activity. The group is open to all.
LAWN BOWLING
Convener: Erni V
Time: as scheduled
Description: Oshawa Probus members are invited to try a sport that provides a social opportunity to meet others in a very stimulating environment. Many of our members have enjoyed this activity for many years and are happy to teach it to other members. It is a sport that all ages can enjoy.
PICKLEBALL
Convenor: Sandy Terry
Day: “Every Monday morning and possible other impromptu dates all at Pickleplex Oshawa"
URBAN POLE WALKING
Convener: Sharon Smith
Day: every Monday and Friday morning
Time: 9:30 a.m. weather permitting, according to the schedule in the monthly newsletter.
Location: Check current newsletter for meeting place.
Description: A great way to get outdoors on a regular basis. We practice physical distancing by walking on opposite sides of the path and in single file when meeting with others. Many nature trails to explore with lots of birds and splendid views.
TRAVEL GROUP Convener - Marilyn Thaxter
Description: Travel destinations as determined by members.
Food and Drink
COFFEE AND CHAT
Convener: Bruno S
Day: every Thursday
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Description: Members get together in the evening and chit chat. New members welcome.
LADIES AND GENTS LUNCH
Convener: Marg M
Day: 3rd Monday of the month
Time: 12.00 pm
Location: Various Restaurants
LADIES TUESDAY LUNCH GROUP
Convener: June Kelly
Day: 3rd Tuesday of the month
Time: noon
Location: restaurants in the region
Description: Do you enjoy eating out in good company? Come and join this group as they enjoy the food provided by various restaurants in the area. A sign up sheet is available at the Oshawa Probus Club’s monthly meetings.
MEN'S BREAKFAST GROUP
Convener: Gerry H and Bruno S
Day: 2nd Friday of the month
Time: 9.00
Location: restaurants in the region
PROBUS OSHAWA GOURMANDS
Conveners: Christine C and Fiona M
Day: 3rd Wednesday of the month
Time: 6.00 pm
Location: Local restaurants
Description: Members take turns making a reservation with a local restaurant and inviting the other members to join them for good food and socializing.
THE SUPPER CLUB
Convener: Marlene Owen
Day: 4th Monday of the month
Time: 5.30 p.m.
Location: Local restaurants
Description: Members take turns making a reservation with a local restaurant and inviting the other members to join them for good food and socializing.
WINE AND DINE
Convener: Jackie Frank
Day: 2nd Thursday of the month
Time: 5:45 p.m.
Location: Restaurants in the area
Description: Group members take turn selecting restaurants where the group meets and enjoys food in good company. New members are always welcome.
WINE APPRECIATION
Convener: Carol C
Day: 1st Tuesday of the month
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Location: Members’ homes
Description: This group gets together on a monthly basis to taste and appreciate a wide selection of wine. Hosting is done on a rotating basis.
FIRST FRIDAY FEAST
Convenor Sue R
Day: 1st Friday of the month
Location: various restaurants
FORKS AND FRIENDS DINNER CLUB
Convenor - Anne D
Day: 3rd Tuesday of the month
Location: Various Restaurants
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