Probus North Sydney

NEWSLETTER  No. 263 July 16, 2013

President’s Report 16 July 2013

Good morning, everyone, and a special welcome to our visitors, to our July meeting.

I have been away for six weeks, and so missed the June meeting, but I understand our speaker, Michael Adams, gave a most interesting talk about his experiences over a great many years in Vietnam.  Building on his function as an educator, he was able to launch a successful cultural exchange programme, and will soon lead an in-depth tour of the country.

The outing to Botany Bay was very enjoyable, and the St. George Motor Boat Club is always a fine venue for lunch.  Please note that the bus for next week’s visit to the Jewish Museum has been cancelled, and we will now meet at 10 am at the bus stop in Liverpool Street at Museum Station.

Many of you will be aware that Jill K has been in hospital, but I am pleased to advise that she is recovering well, and we wish her all the best and hope to see her again soon.

Membership report:  Joan C has been confined to the Nursing Home in James Milson Village and will not be returning to Probus.  This leaves the Membership numbers at 54, (21 men and 33 women).  The North Sydney Council has posted 70 flyers on their Community Noticeboards on behalf of our club.  These flyers will be up for 8 weeks.

July Birthdays:   Jeanne E 02, Talia W 07, Colin W 08, Oriel T 12, George T 13, Jill K 20, Ann G 26.

Fifth Tuesday Dinner:  July 30th at 7 pm, at the Thai restaurant “Simple and Irresistible”, 283 Miller St., Nth Sydney, Tel: 9929-6696.  Please contact John N (9929-6054) for further details.

PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES

MONTHLY MEETINGS:  Our speaker today is Patrick Haynes, who will tell us about Working with Dogs in the Antarctic.  In August, Professor Jocelyn Chey will talk about her time in China.

PROBUS WALKERS:

August 13th 2013.  Circular Quay to Darling Harbour via Barangaroo.  This walk will be a very easy ramble, starting at Circular Quay with coffee and then continuing around the foreshore and along Barangaroo to Darling Harbour.  Also we will include walking around one or two of the Walsh Bay Wharves.  Highlights of this walk are the harbour views and maybe a Secret Garden at the end. Refreshments/lunch available at one of the many restaurants at Darling Harbour. Approx. 3.5 klms.  2 hrs.  MEET: At Wharf No. 6 (Rocks end of Circular Quay) at 9:45 am.

OUTINGS:

Tuesday 23rd July.  Names taken today to visit the Jewish Museum by public transport.  This exhibition is “Dressing Sydney–The Jewish Fashion Story.”  We are meeting at the Museum bus stop in Liverpool Street, just around the corner from Elizabeth Street, at 10:00 am.  Lunch will be at a local venue.  Pay own entry fee ($7.00) on the day.

Tuesday 27th August.  Names and money taken for this outing today, which is a visit to ANSTO Lucas Heights.  Our tour will start at the carbon dating facility, proceed to the viewing of the two accelerators on site, and includes a visit to the waste facility.  This is a very interesting place to visit.  Some form of ID will be required on the day and will need to be recorded prior to visiting day.  Enclosed shoes must be worn and the taking of photos is not allowed.  Lunch will be in the on site canteen, which was recommended.  Cost: $30.  Bus leaves at 9 am.

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.