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PROBUS Club of Oshawa SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS (as of January 2025)
Special interest groups are groups within the PROBUS Club of Oshawa that provide members opportunities to participate in various activities throughout the year. The groups are for members only and are coordinated by volunteer members of the Club (convenors).
The groups vary in size, depending on the activity and meeting location. Some meet throughout the year, while others are seasonal in nature. If a group can no longer accept members due to limited meeting space, a new group can be started.
If you have a particular hobby and interest and would like to share this interest with other Club members, email oshawaprobusclub@gmail.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate Special Interest Group Coordinator.
The information below provides a general description of the PROBUS Club of Oshawa’s special interest groups. More specific information about meeting dates, locations, etc. are available in the PROBUS Club of Oshawa’s monthly newsletter. If you wish to sign up for any group, please contact the group convenor or Special Interest Group Coordinator.
MUSIC and ENTERTAINMENT
CLASSICAL MUSIC
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.
MOVIE GROUP
Location: Landmark Theatre, Whitby
Description: This group is for movie buffs! Every week, the group sees a new movie. They meet at the movie theatre.
YARN DIVAS
Location Member' homes
BOOK CLUBS
BOOK CLUB #1: OSHAWA PROBUS CLUB
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
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
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.
SPORTS
GOLF
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
Location: Northview Community Centre
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.
MEN'S WALKING GROUP
Time: as scheduled
Location: Check current newsletter for meeting place
New group!! Looking for more men to join!
URBAN POLE WALKING
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.
FOOD AND DRINK
COFFEE AND CHAT
Location: Tim Horton's at Rossland and Thornton
Description: Members get together in the evening and chit chat. New members welcome.
LADIES AND GENTS LUNCH
Location: Various Restaurants
LUNCH GROUP
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
Location: restaurants in the region
PROBUS OSHAWA GOURMANDS
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
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
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
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.
GAMES
BID EUCHRE
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
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: Frank Kelcey
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
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
Location: Wynfield Nursing Home, Ritson Road North
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
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 2
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
"The Probus Oshawa Gourmands dining group met at Melanie Pringle's for their September get together!"
pictures provided by Lucy Ricca
Lunch Group
What a fun time we had at our September Ladies Lunch.
One Eyed Jacks did a fabulous job of serving 24 of us. The food was delicious, the service was excellent and once again we filled the restaurant with much laughter and conversation. Everyone appeared to have a great time.
We had two birthday girls, Elfrida and Leanne. They were treated to a delicious desert courtesy of One Eyed Jacks.
We hope you will join us for our October lunch. We will let you know where it will be soon.
Susie and June pictures provided by June Kelly
Men's Breakafast
Men's Breakafast
November 2025
Wine and Dine
Wine and Dine
November 2025
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