May 2012 Newsletter

NEWSLETTER No. 251 May, 2012


President’s Report 15 May 2012

A warm welcome to you all.
Our last meeting was entertained by Brendon Walsh and his Irish humour and warmth. I
for one really enjoyed it.
Our April outing was a cruise on the Macquarie Princess on the Hawkesbury River on a
picture perfect Sydney autumn day. Just delightful. We were amazingly fortunate to avoid
the massive storm–-it struck just before our landing and from the news reports it was
much less severe by that time at Berowra Waters. Many thanks to Valerie for finding this
gem and a nice note on which to end her duties.
The May outing is still looking for particpants–-a trip to the Blue Mountains to Woodford
Academy, a National Trust site. Hopefully, we will be in time for at least some of the
autumn foliage. Also please remember, that if an outing is not fully subscribed by club
members, then guests are very welcome to participate.
Another lovely day saw the walkers enjoying the coast from South Curl Curl to Manly, and
the ferry ride is always the perfect way to travel.

Looking forward: Next February will be our Club’s 30th anniversary! It has been suggested
that we create an addendum to our 20th Anniversary History booklet, covering our third
decade from 2003 to 2012. I am looking for some volunteers to help with this project. If
you would be willing to participate, could you please let me know.

Membership report: The Club membership decreases to 57 today with the resignation
of Robyn M. The memberships consists of 22 men and 35 women.

May Birthdays:  Jean S 10, John N 22.

PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES


MONTHLY MEETINGS:
May 15: Paul Barclay, speaking on “The History of our Calendar.”
June 19: Rod McEwin, whose topic is “Windsurfing on the Murray.”
July 17: Susan Prescott, speaking about “The Poet, The Teacher and the Traveller.”
August 21: Jennifer Wilson, who will tell us about “The Origin of Nursery Rhymes.”

PROBUS WALKERS:
June 12: Colloroy Plateau to Narrabeen. On this pleasant walk we will wend our way
from the Plateau along quiet streets down to the shores of the Narrabeen Lakes. Along
the way can be seen spectacular views of the Lakes, ocean and the Headland. After
wandering the Lakes edge, we can catch a bus to Dee Why RSL for lunch/refreshments.
Meet at stand D in Carrington Street, Wynyard at 8:45 am to catch the 9:04 am 180 bus
to Colloroy Plateau.

OUTINGS:
May 22: The National Trust Woodford Academy in the Blue Mountains. The Woodford
Academy was one of Valerie’s suggestions, and we decided to do this outing. We are
urging members to come along as it will be an interesting trip. The historic buildings
which comprise the Academy are the property of the National Trust. We will explore
the grounds and buildings, and hear about the fascinating history covering the past
century. Lunch at the Wentworth Falls Country Club. Bus departs at 9 am. Cost: $25.

June 26: The Nan Tien Temple in Berkley. This guided tour involves a unique visual
experience of the buildings, statues, shrines and beautiful gardens. The Temple is the
largest in the Southern Hemisphere. Lunch at own expense at a local club. Bus departs
at 9am. Cost: $25.

Restaurant Meeting this month: Dinner, 29.5.12. Please contact John Nixon, 9929-6054,
for further details.
Note: All our Probus meetings are generally held on the third Tuesday of every month.
The Committee meetings are conducted in the NSLC Bistro area, usually on the first
Tuesday of the month. Members are welcome to observe.