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SUMMARY:PROBUS Poker Group
DESCRIPTION:The PROBUS Poker Group \nThe group meets on the Friday after each monthly PROBUS meeting for an entertaining evening of fun\, camaraderie\, humour and cards. \nThe games’ hosts are scheduled in alphabetical order and several substitutes are available\, if necessary.  The host supplies snacks and drinks for the evening.  Each player starts with $20 in quarters\, 25 cents ante\, but if this stake is lost they play for free until they win a hand. \nDenis Woods is the convenor and you can contact Denis by email or phone 905-646-1285\nAll prospective players must contact me ahead of the game date as we also limit the number of seats to seven (7) and no walk-ins are allowed. \nLocation will change from week to week (different hosts).
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/probus-poker-group-6/
LOCATION:To Be Determined\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities,Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220809T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
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SUMMARY:Capt. Michael Robson Marine Seaway Pilot
DESCRIPTION:Capt. Michael Robson Marine Seaway Pilot at Great Lakes Pilotage Authority on ‘Marine Pilotage’ \nMarine pilot talks about his life on the seaway \nDuncan McLaren introduced guest speaker Capt. Michael Robson\, a marine seaway pilot with the Great Lakes Pilotage Authority. Michael\, now semi-retired\, served as pilot on international vessels on the Welland Canal as well as Lakes Erie and Ontario. \nHe began his career in the British Merchant Navy and after coming to Canada took his pilot’s exam in 1995 and worked with various shipping companies including Misner and Upper Lakes Shipping. After receiving his pilot’s licence he had to make 50 training trips before being qualified to direct a ship through the canal system on his own. \nMichael explained that all international ships are required to have a trained pilot on board going through the seaway while Lakers have the option. He said the pilots don’t actually take control on the ship but give verbal directions to the ship’s captain. \nHe pointed out that there are four pilotage authorities in Canada – Atlantic\, Lower St. Lawrence\, Great Lakes\, and Pacific. He said that pilots normally work 12 to 13 days and then have five days off depending on seaway traffic. \nHe mentioned that at one time there were plans to create a new canal with three super locks to replace the current seven\, but those plans were dropped because of reduced ship traffic. Michael said that the maximum size for a ship going through the Welland Canal is 740 feet in length and 78 feet in width. That allows just two feet of clearance in the 80-foot-wide locks. He added that the newest Viking cruise ship conducting tours through the Great Lakes is also at the maximum size. \nMichael said that all locks and bridges are now remotely controlled\, and a suction system has eliminated the need for manual tie-ups within the locks. \nHe said that ships using the canal system carry a wide variety of cargo including parts for wind turbines although steel and grain are the most common. \nMichael highlighted his excellent presentation with photos and a series of short videos showing some of the many ships going through the system. His videos clearly demonstrated the dangers faced by pilots getting off their pilot boat onto ships in rough water. He said that wind presents the biggest problem for pilots although fog and a lack of visibility are also difficult. \nDuncan thanked Michael for his informative talk and presented him with a gift certificate as a token of appreciation.
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/mike-robson/
LOCATION:Lions Hall\, 732 Niagara Street\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2M 7W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:2022 Past Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220809T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220809T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T215157Z
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SUMMARY:Probus August 9\, 2022 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Probus August 9\, 2022 Monthly Meeting \nThe club meets at the Grantham Lions Club\, 732 Niagara St.\, on the second Tuesday of each month\,\n9 AM (social) and 9:30 AM (business)\, to provide fellowship and a speaker. \nGuest Speaker (at approx. 10am):\nTBC\, (tbc)\nTopic: “TBC ” \n 
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/probus-august-9-2022-meeting/
LOCATION:Lions Hall\, 732 Niagara Street\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2M 7W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220719T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220719T060000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220717T132804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220717T132804Z
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SUMMARY:Men’s Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Our club group breakfast is this coming Tuesday\, July 19th. at 8;30 at Johnny Pastrami’s on Lake St in the Club Heidelberg building near lakeshore Rd.  Johnny offers a great breakfast at very reasonable price and lots of coffee refills (decalf or straight up). \nPlease use the side entrance. Lots of parking \nDon’t be shy – bring a friend. A great way to introduce him to our club. \nArt Currie \nP.S. Reminder: the Probus Christmas Romeo Lunch is booked for December 14th.
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/mens-breakfast-3/
LOCATION:Johnny Pastrami’s Diner\, 569 Lake St\, St.\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2N 4J1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities,Men's Breakfast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220715T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220716T000000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220324T122301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T130353Z
UID:4652-1657915200-1657929600@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:PROBUS Poker Group
DESCRIPTION:The PROBUS Poker Group \nThe group meets on the Friday after each monthly PROBUS meeting for an entertaining evening of fun\, camaraderie\, humour and cards. \nThe games’ hosts are scheduled in alphabetical order and several substitutes are available\, if necessary.  The host supplies snacks and drinks for the evening.  Each player starts with $20 in quarters\, 25 cents ante\, but if this stake is lost they play for free until they win a hand. \nDenis Woods is the convenor and you can contact Denis by email or phone 905-646-1285\nAll prospective players must contact me ahead of the game date as we also limit the number of seats to seven (7) and no walk-ins are allowed. \nLocation will change from week to week (different hosts).
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/probus-poker-group-5/
LOCATION:To Be Determined\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220712T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T180004Z
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SUMMARY:Sue and Dave Williams - Sail across the Atlantic in a tiny sailboat. 
DESCRIPTION:An Adventure on the High Seas and the Journey Within… \n \nDave & Sue Williams \nPeter Jennings introduced guest speakers Sue and Dave Williams who jointly related stories of their amazing adventure in crossing the Atlantic in a 37-foot sailboat named Inia. \nSue admitted she had no interest in sailing but after husband Dave suffered a grand mal seizure brought on by stress and then was fired from his job\, she made the decision to join him in attempting to achieve his dream of sailing across the Atlantic in a sailboat. The couple also felt it was time to give their three sons space to find their ways. \nThe couple spent a year preparing their boat and themselves for the challenges they would face. \nAfter studying weather patterns to determine the best time to set out\, they sailed from Hamilton harbour in May 2007 to cross Lake Ontario and continued down the St. Lawrence to the ocean. \nThe journey included a never-ending series of challenges\, including sea sickness (suffered by Sue)\, navigation system failures\, weather – three gales plus other times of dead calm – sleep deprivation\, constant motion\, and mechanical problems including the loss of radio contact. \nAt one point their propeller became tangled in a fishing net and Dave\, who had an aversion to swimming in the ocean\, had to dive under the boat to cut the netting loose. However\, the netting caused enough damage that they were forced to replace their engine when they landed in Portugal. \nSue and Dave agreed that there were a lot of good moments as well. They were accompanied at times by playful dolphins\, saw great sunrises and amazing night skies as well as meeting many fascinating people. \nThey ended up spending two and a half months in Portugal and then started the homeward portion of their trip aiming for the British Virgin Islands\, the Bahamas and on to the U.S. Intercoastal waterway\, the Erie Canal and finally back home via Lake Ontario. \nIn all they were gone 373 days\, travelled 11\,000 nautical miles and were at sea for 86 days. \nDespite all the trials and tribulations both admitted they were sad to see the life-changing adventure come to an end. \nSue recorded their memories of the journey in a book titled “Ready to Come About” and had it available for sale following their talk. \nDuncan McLaren thanked Sue and Dave for their presentation and provided them with a gift certificate as a token of appreciation.
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/sue-and-dave-williams-sail-across-the-atlantic-in-a-tiny-sailboat/
LOCATION:Lions Hall\, 732 Niagara Street\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2M 7W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:2022 Past Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220712T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220712T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220324T125659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T214631Z
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SUMMARY:Probus July 12\, 2022 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Probus July 12\, 2022 Monthly Meeting \nThe club meets at the Grantham Lions Club\, 732 Niagara St.\, on the second Tuesday of each month\,\n9 AM (social) and 9:30 AM (business)\, to provide fellowship and a speaker. \nGuest Speaker (at approx. 10am):\nSue Williams\, (author)\nTopic: “Ready to Come Aboard – An Adventure on the High Seas and the Journey Within ”
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/probus-july-12-2022-meeting/
LOCATION:Lions Hall\, 732 Niagara Street\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2M 7W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220621T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220621T060000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220618T162531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220618T162706Z
UID:4770-1655785800-1655791200@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Men’s Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Our club group breakfast is this coming Tuesday\, June 21st. at 8;30 at Johnny Pastrami’s on Lake St in the Club Heidelberg building near lakeshore Rd.  Johnny offers a great breakfast at very reasonable price and lots of coffee refills (decalf or straight up). \nPlease use the side entrance. Lots of parking. \nDon’t be shy – bring a friend. A great way to introduce him to our club. \nArt
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/mens-breakfast-june-21st/
LOCATION:Johnny Pastrami’s Diner\, 569 Lake St\, St.\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2N 4J1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities,Men's Breakfast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220617T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220324T122128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T122128Z
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SUMMARY:PROBUS Poker Group
DESCRIPTION:The PROBUS Poker Group \nThe group meets on the Friday after each monthly PROBUS meeting for an entertaining evening of fun\, camaraderie\, humour and cards. \nThe games’ hosts are scheduled in alphabetical order and several substitutes are available\, if necessary.  The host supplies snacks and drinks for the evening.  Each player starts with $20 in quarters\, 25 cents ante\, but if this stake is lost they play for free until they win a hand. \nDenis Woods is the convenor and you can contact Denis by email or phone 905-646-1285\nAll prospective players must contact me ahead of the game date as we also limit the number of seats to seven (7) and no walk-ins are allowed. \nLocation will change from week to week (different hosts).
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/probus-poker-group-4/
LOCATION:To Be Determined\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220614T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220222T205304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T180014Z
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SUMMARY:Barry Wright - CEO of the 2022 Canada Summer Games
DESCRIPTION:Barry Wright CEO of the Canada Summer Games in Niagara \nDuncan McLaren introduced guest speaker Barry Wright\, the CEO of the 28th Canada Summer Games scheduled to be held at various sites across Niagara from August 6 to 21. \nBarry\, an associate professor at the Goodman School at Brock University\, has a Master’s degree and a Ph.D from Queen’s University and a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Alberta. \n \nthe themes “inspire\, transform and unify.” He added that the games can leave lasting impacts on host communities. He mentioned the $100-million Games Park and facility located next to Brock University which was financed by all levels of government and by private donations including a major donation by the Walker family. He also mentioned the new $10million indoor training facility built for the Henley rowing course. He said the games could have a $400-million impact on host communities. \nBarry pointed out that the Canada Summer Games began in 1967 and are held every two years with the location moving around the country to allow all provinces and territories an opportunity to host. \nHe said that these games are the largest Barry Wright multi-sport event in Canada. Nearly 5\,000 athletes and coaches are expected to compete in 18 sports at 17 locations around Niagara. About 4\,000 volunteers have signed up to help things run smoothly. Barry said that these games are unique in that competition is held for both regular and para-athletes and special Olympics athletes. \nBarry indicated that these games include\, for the first time ever\, an Indigenous Partnership Council. He pointed out that the games mascot Shelly\, a non-gender turtle\, has significance on several levels. Indigenous people refer to this area of North America as Turtle Island; the turtle shell has 13 sections representing the 13 communities in Niagara and the provinces and territories. \nBarry said the mission of the games involves \nThe Walker Sports and Abilities Centre consists of two NHL-sized ice rinks\, a Sport Performance Centre\, the Brock-Niagara Health & Well-Being Centre\, a suspended 200-metre indoor track\, sport offices and a multipurpose fieldhouse featuring four gymnasiums. \nAnother first for these games is the fact that the torch relay\, which began in Ottawa\, includes one stage with the torch being carried on a Canada Steamship vessel. The final stages will include stops at various locations around Niagara before ending up at the opening ceremonies to be held at the Meridian Centre in downtown St. Catharines on August 6. \nAn important part of the games will be a variety of cultural events planned throughout the 17 days. \nBarry said that it is still not too late to get involved in the games by volunteering. The game events will be recorded thanks to crews from Niagara College and will be live-streamed. \nMore information about the games\, including the various sports included\, is available by checking out the website at www.niagara2022games.ca \nDuncan thanked Barry for his informative talk and presented him with a gift certificate as a token of appreciation from the club. \n 
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/barrywright/
LOCATION:Lions Hall\, 732 Niagara Street\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2M 7W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:2022 Past Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220614T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220614T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220324T125336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T125336Z
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SUMMARY:Probus June 10\, 2022 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Probus June 14\, 2022 Monthly Meeting \nThe club meets at the Grantham Lions Club\, 732 Niagara St.\, on the second Tuesday of each month\,\n9 AM (social) and 9:30 AM (business)\, to provide fellowship and a speaker. \nGuest Speaker (at approx. 10am):\nBarry Wright\, (CEO of the 2022 Canada Summer Games)\nTopic: “Canada Summer Games ”
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/probus-june-10-2022-meeting/
LOCATION:Lions Hall\, 732 Niagara Street\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2M 7W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220602T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220602T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220324T115649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T115649Z
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SUMMARY:Probus Management Barbeque
DESCRIPTION:PROBUS Management Barbeque is back \nMenu: Choice of hamburger or sausage on a bun + green mixed salads\, green salad\, potato salad\, pasta salad + all the fixins’\, dessert\, coffee and tea. \nPrice: $24 per person including all taxes and gratuities. Prepay with cheque made out to PROBUS ST.CATHARINES \nCash Bar.  \nInvitees: Members\, spouses and friends. \nSign Up: at the April and May meetings. Book your attendance with vice-president Herb MacKenzie email or phone 905-682-9708\nPlease make cheques out to the Probus Club of St. Catharines. \nDine indoors (air conditioned) or outside on the patio. \nSpace is limited.. Don’t be disappointed.
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/probus-management-barbeque-2/
LOCATION:Dalhousie Yacht Club\, 74 Lighthouse Rd\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220513T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220513T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220324T122034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T122034Z
UID:4648-1652454000-1652468400@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:PROBUS Poker Group
DESCRIPTION:The PROBUS Poker Group \nThe group meets on the Friday after each monthly PROBUS meeting for an entertaining evening of fun\, camaraderie\, humour and cards. \nThe games’ hosts are scheduled in alphabetical order and several substitutes are available\, if necessary.  The host supplies snacks and drinks for the evening.  Each player starts with $20 in quarters\, 25 cents ante\, but if this stake is lost they play for free until they win a hand. \nDenis Woods is the convenor and you can contact Denis by email or phone 905-646-1285\nAll prospective players must contact me ahead of the game date as we also limit the number of seats to seven (7) and no walk-ins are allowed. \nLocation will change from week to week (different hosts).
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/probus-poker-group-3/
LOCATION:To Be Determined\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220510T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220202T165257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T180024Z
UID:4530-1652176800-1652180400@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Alexandra Hall\,  Cyber-Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Cyber-Seniors is a non-profit organization providing senior citizens with tech-training using an intergenerational\, volunteer model.
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/alexandra-hall-cyber-seniors/
LOCATION:Lions Hall\, 732 Niagara Street\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2M 7W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:2022 Past Speakers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220510T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220510T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220324T124952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T124952Z
UID:4669-1652175000-1652180400@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Probus May 10\, 2022 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Probus May 10\, 2022 Monthly Meeting \nThe club meets at the Grantham Lions Club\, 732 Niagara St.\, on the second Tuesday of each month\,\n9 AM (social) and 9:30 AM (business)\, to provide fellowship and a speaker. \nGuest Speaker (at approx. 10am):\nAlexandra Hall\, (scheduling assistant for Cyber Seniors)\nTopic: “digital mentoring to senior citizens gain access to effective technology training”
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/probus-may-10-2022-meeting/
LOCATION:Lions Hall\, 732 Niagara Street\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2M 7W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220427T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220427T100000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220204T200546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T200614Z
UID:4552-1651048200-1651053600@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Romeo Lunch
DESCRIPTION:the Dalhousie Yacht Club \n 
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/romeo-lunch-5/
LOCATION:Dalhousie Yacht Club\, 74 Lighthouse Rd\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities,Romeo Lunch
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220412T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20211026T174138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T180039Z
UID:4002-1649757600-1649761200@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Adam Shoalts\,  (professional explorer and best-selling author)
DESCRIPTION:Adam Shoalts tries to uncover mystery of Labrador creature\nDuncan McLaren introduced guest speaker Adam Shoalts\, the Westaway explorer-in-residence with the Royal Canadian Geographical Society. The Fenwick native described some of his earlier explorations including following the route taken by map-maker David Thompson through the Rocky Mountains and his solo journey across Canada’s far north. \n \nAdam said that it was while he was involved in research for his PhD in history from McMaster University that he became intrigued by written reports about the “Traverspine gorilla” in Labrador. Elliott Merrick wrote in 1930 about sightings of the huge hairy creature that frightened children and dogs and left behind massive tracks but was never spotted by hunters. Further research by Adam uncovered earlier reports by several doctors including Dr. Wilfred \nAdam Shoalts Grenfell\, the Newfoundland physician who travelled extensively across Labrador. Most agreed that the reports were too well-founded to doubt that the beast was some type of creature not previously seen in the area. Some of the written descriptions gave devil-like qualities to the creature. \nAdam’s detailed description of his travels to \nreach the ghost town of Traverspine and his attempts to uncover the mystery are the subject of his latest book “The Whisper on the Night Wind.” \nAdam said that he felt he would be wise to have a second person on this adventure and reached out to a former high school mate who was now involved in mixed martial arts. Zach agreed with little hesitation and within a matter of days the two set out on the 2\,000-kilometre drive to Happy ValleyGoose Bay situated on the north shore of the Churchill River in Labrador. From there they switched transportation mode to canoe where they battled high winds and strong currents to reach the Traverspine River and eventually the ruins of a two -storey house that was really all that remained of the former Traverspine. \n \nAdam and Zach still had a lot of ground to cover to reach their goal of the ancient Mealy Mountains and at one point had to leave their canoe behind and fight their way through dense forest and bogs and finally scramble up the mountain while exploring various caves. \nAdam admitted that the combination of reading many reports about mystery creatures in the area combined with the strange noises created by wind and animals made for a few sleepless nights in their tents. \nAdam said that he didn’t want to give away the ultimate secret to their exploration saving that for those who read his book. However\, it’s safe to say that although some of the mysteries may have been resolved\, there remains an element of the unknown linked to what happened in the wilds of Labrador. \nDuncan thanked Adam for his presentation and provided him with a gift certificate in appreciation
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/adam-shoalts-professional-explorer-and-best-selling-author/
LOCATION:Lions Hall\, 732 Niagara Street\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2M 7W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:2022 Past Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220412T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220412T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220324T123602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T124852Z
UID:4664-1649755800-1649761200@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Probus April 12\, 2022 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Probus April 12\, 2022 Monthly Meeting \nThe club meets at the Grantham Lions Club\, 732 Niagara St.\, on the second Tuesday of each month\,\n9 AM (social) and 9:30 AM (business)\, to provide fellowship and a speaker. \nGuest Speaker (at approx. 10am):\nAdam Shoalts\, (scheduling assistant for Cyber Seniors)\nTopic: “Discussing is newest book called\, The Whisper on the Night Wind which is about an expedition in Labrador’s mountains.”
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/probus-april-12-2022-meeting/
LOCATION:Lions Hall\, 732 Niagara Street\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2M 7W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220408T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220408T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220324T120837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T120837Z
UID:4645-1649430000-1649444400@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:PROBUS Poker Group
DESCRIPTION:The PROBUS Poker Group is looking to return to regular gatherings as people start to feel comfortable meeting after two years of COVID-19 restrictions and would welcome any new recruits. \nThe group meets on the Friday after each monthly PROBUS meeting for an entertaining evening of fun\, camaraderie\, humour and cards. \nThe games’ hosts are scheduled in alphabetical order and several substitutes are available\, if necessary.  The host supplies snacks and drinks for the evening.  Each player starts with $20 in quarters\, 25 cents ante\, but if this stake is lost they play for free until they win a hand. \nDenis Woods is the convenor and you can contact Denis by email or phone 905-646-1285\nAll prospective players must contact me ahead of the game date as we also limit the number of seats to seven (7) and no walk-ins are allowed. \nLocation will change from week to week (different hosts).
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/probus-poker-group-2/
LOCATION:To Be Determined\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220330T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220330T100000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220208T181632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220326T125242Z
UID:4557-1648629000-1648634400@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Romeo Lunch
DESCRIPTION:The monthly Romeo Lunch at the Dalhousie Yacht Club \nGathering time is noon and lunch will be served at 12:30. \nFace masks are optional \nEmily will take the drinks order at your table and payment will be at the table as well – preferably by debit or credit card. \nAs usual lunch will be “Chef Edward’s surprise” sandwich with your choice of salad or fries + dessert and tea or coffee. \nThis is a great opportunity to introduce prospective members to our club.
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/romeo-lunch-6/
LOCATION:Dalhousie Yacht Club\, 74 Lighthouse Rd\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities,Romeo Lunch
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220301T201748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220306T154701Z
UID:4624-1647356400-1647370800@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:PROBUS Poker Group
DESCRIPTION:The PROBUS Poker Group is looking to return to regular gatherings as people start to feel comfortable meeting after two years of COVID-19 restrictions and would welcome any new recruits. \nBecause of declining numbers\, the PROBUS members have joined forces with the Newcomers group. \nThe group meets on the Friday after each monthly PROBUS meeting for an entertaining evening of fun\, camaraderie\, humour and cards. \nThe games’ hosts are scheduled in alphabetical order and several substitutes are available\, if necessary.  The host supplies snacks and drinks for the evening.  Each player starts with $20 in quarters\, 25 cents ante\, but if this stake is lost they play for free until they win a hand. \nDenis Woods has taken over from Doug Wright as the convenor and you can contact Denis by email (denjwoods@gmail.com) or 905-646-1285 \nLocation will change from week to week (different hosts).
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/probus-poker-group/
LOCATION:To Be Determined\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T053000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220204T200059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T200059Z
UID:4549-1647318600-1647322200@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Men’s Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Our club group next breakfast is Tuesday\, March 15th. at 8:30am at at Johnny Pastrami’s Diner in the Club Heidelberg building on Lake St near Lakeshore Rd. Please use the side entrance.\n\n\nThis location offers plenty of parking and a dining section just for us\n\nWear your name tag\, and bring a hearty appetite and bring your proof of vaccination and mask just in case.
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/mens-breakfast-2/
LOCATION:Johnny Pastrami’s Diner\, 569 Lake St\, St.\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2N 4J1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities,Men's Breakfast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220308T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220308T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220204T194102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T194256Z
UID:4539-1646733600-1646737200@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Probus Mar. 8\, 2022 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Probus MARCH 2022 Monthly Meeting \nThe club meets at the Grantham Lions Club\, 732 Niagara St.\, on the second Tuesday of each month\,\n9 AM (social) and 9:30 AM (business)\, to provide fellowship and a speaker. \nGuest Speaker:\nTim Burrows\, (Electric Vehicle Society member)\nTopic: “Why your next car should be electric! ” \n \n 
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/probus-mar-8-2022-meeting/
LOCATION:Lions Hall\, 732 Niagara Street\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2M 7W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220308T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220308T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20211028T161318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T180052Z
UID:4008-1646733600-1646737200@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Tim Burrows\, (Electric Vehicle Society)
DESCRIPTION:Tim Burrows champions the switch to an electric car \nDuncan McLaren introduced guest speaker Tim Burrows whose presentation asked the question “Should your next car be electric”. \nTim\, a retired vice president of Forty Creek Distillery\, is a member of the Electric Vehicle Society which is a non-profit organization which works to promote the understanding and adoption of electric mobility in Canada. He chairs the EV Society Etobicoke Chapter at Humber College. \n25% efficient in producing power while an electric engine has one moving part and is 88% efficient. Government action means that we are heading toward a ban on combustion engines because of climate and pollution concerns. He added that in simple economic terms\, batteries are becoming cheaper and lasting longer and there are fewer maintenance costs. \nTim said that his first electric car was a 2013 Tesla Model S and then he moved up to the Tesla Model X. \nNewer electric cars now have a range of 400 to 500 kilometres between charges and the battery life has been extended to 400\,000 to 500\,000 kilometres. Tim said that 95% of the time\, electric car owners recharge their batteries at home\, but fastcharging stations also allow for longer trips. \nOver that span of time\, he has logged more than 200\,000 kilometres without incident and without needing gasoline. \nTim pointed out that Tesla owners have access to superchargers coast to coast\, but he said that Petro Canada is in the process of installing fast charging stations as well. He said that for home charging stations\, you can get a special EV plug or a 30-amp service similar to a stove plug will serve the purpose. \nHe pointed out that back in 1900 electric cars out-sold gasoline pow- Tim Burrows ered cars until Henry Ford came along and produced cheap gas-powered cars. Tim said that General Motors produced an electric model from 1996 to 1999. Those model EV1 autos were available only through lease and could not be purchased and when the leases expired GM scrapped the whole fleet. Tim suggested checking out the 2006 documentary film “Who Killed the Electric Car” to learn about GM’s experiment in California. \nTim detailed several reasons for making the switch to electric. He said a typical combustion engine has more than 200 moving parts and is only \nTim also touched on the emergence of self-driving cars claiming that they will reduce traffic accidents and deaths. \nDuring an extensive question and answer period\, Tim said that because most cars will be recharged at night\, our current electrical infrastructure will be able to handle the extra demand although some local improvements may be required. \nIn summary\, Tim said that EVs are faster\, quieter\, and cheaper to operate and the fact that there is no engine means you also have trunk space in the front as well as the rear. \nDuncan thanked Tim for his presentation saying the number of questions reflected the interest in his topic. Duncan also presented a gift certificate as a token of appreciation. \nAt the speaker’s request\, his presentation was not recorded.
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/tim-burrows-electric-vehicle-society/
LOCATION:Lions Hall\, 732 Niagara Street\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2M 7W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:2022 Past Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220302T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220302T090000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220204T194755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220227T205841Z
UID:4543-1646206200-1646211600@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Romeo Lunch Mar.2nd (replaces cancelled lunch Feb 23rd.)
DESCRIPTION:The monthly Romeo Lunch slated for February 23 has been rescheduled for Wednesday March 2 at 12 noon because the Dalhousie Yacht Club will be closed during February. \nGathering time is noon and lunch will be served at 12:30. \nFace masks are still required\, however proof of COVID vaccinations are at the discretion of the restaurant but since I don’t know what the yacht club policy will be I suggest you have proof  with you. \nEmily will take the drinks order at your table and payment will be at the table as well – preferably by debit or credit card. \nAs usual lunch will be “Chef Edward’s surprise” sandwich with your choice of salad or fries + dessert and tea or coffee. \n 
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/romeo-lunch-mar-2nd/
LOCATION:Dalhousie Yacht Club\, 74 Lighthouse Rd\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities,Romeo Lunch
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220215T033000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220215T043000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20220204T195753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T200209Z
UID:4547-1644895800-1644899400@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Men’s Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Our club group next breakfast is Tuesday\, February 15th. at 8:30am at at Johnny Pastrami’s Diner in the Club Heidelberg building on Lake St near Lakeshore Rd. Please use the side entrance.\n\n\nThis location offers plenty of parking and a dining section just for us\n\nWear your name tag\, and bring a hearty appetite. COVID-19 protocols will be in place so wear your mask entering and leaving and bring your proof of vaccination.
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/mens-breakfast/
LOCATION:Johnny Pastrami’s Diner\, 569 Lake St\, St.\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2N 4J1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities,Men's Breakfast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20211205T150353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211205T150353Z
UID:4453-1644314400-1644318000@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Probus Feb. 8\, 2022 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Probus FEBRUARY 2022 Monthly Meeting \nThe club meets at the Grantham Lions Club\, 732 Niagara St.\, on the second Tuesday of each month\,\n9 AM (social) and 9:30 AM (business)\, to provide fellowship and a speaker. \nGuest Speaker:\nPeter Meyler\, (Author)\nTopic: “Richard Pierpoint and Lemuel Brown: Fight for Freedom” \n \n 
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/probus-feb-8-2022-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20210812T055703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T180100Z
UID:3141-1644314400-1644318000@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Peter Meyler\, (Author)
DESCRIPTION:Peter Meyler Author of Richard Pierpoint and Lemuel Brown: “Fight for Freedom” in honour of Black History Month \n \nDuncan McLaren introduced guest speaker Peter Meyler who joined our meeting via Zoom. Peter\, who has researched Black history since 1985\, is the author of “Richard Pierpoint and Lemuel Brown: Fight for Freedom”. His timely presentation helped mark Black History Month. \nRichard\, who grew up in Fergus but now lives in Brampton\, said his interest in Pierpoint was sparked when he learned that land once owned by Pierpoint was directly across the road from his own home. His research uncovered that Pierpoint was born in Bondou in Africa and was one of approximately 12 million slaves shipped to North America. He ended up in New England in Peter Meyler 1760 and fought with the British in the war with France. Pierpoint joined the Butlers Rangers in 1780 and moved to the Niagara area. \n  \nAs a member of Butlers Rangers\, Pierpoint received a land grant of 200 acres in Grantham Township in what is now St. Catharies. His property included what was called Centennial Park before city council voted last year to re-name it Richard Pierpoint Park. \nAt the age of 68\, Pierpoint joined the British in the War of 1812 and was largely responsible for the creation of a Coloured Corps. Richard said that Pierpoint was stationed at Fort George and fought in battles at Queenston Heights and that the Coloured Corps was mainly responsible for building Fort Mississauga when Fort George was over-run by the Americans. \nAfter the war\, Pierpoint traded his St. Catharines lot for one in Louth. In 1820\, he received a land grant in Garafraxa Township near Fergus and cleared five acres. Pierpoint willed his property to Lemuel Brown but lived until 1838 when he died at the age of 93. \nMeyler said that Brown was born into slavery in Vermont. He suffered under cruel masters including one who lost him in a betting wager. Brown was injured fighting in the Battle of Chippawa in 1814 but after recovering was beaten and whipped by his owner. He finally escaped by crossing the dangerous Niagara River in a small boat and was taken in by a sympathetic white man on the Canadian shore. \nRichard said that the 1828 census shows that Brown lived in Grantham Township and was listed in St. Catharines in 1841. He ended up in Artemesia Township near Collingwood. Along the way he married Phoebe Workman and had17 children. \nDuncan thanked Richard for his presentation and his extensive research that helped bring a part of our local history to life. He will present Richard with a gift certificate in appreciation. \nPeter’s recorded presentation is available on the club’s website at www.probusstcatharines.com in the past speakers section or click the URL below.. \nVideo of presentation click URL here
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/peter-meyler-author/
CATEGORIES:2022 Past Speakers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220111T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20211130T134328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T134701Z
UID:4413-1641895200-1641898800@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Probus Jan. 11\, 2022 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Probus JANUARY 2022 Monthly Meeting \nThe club meets at the Grantham Lions Club\, 732 Niagara St.\, on the second Tuesday of each month\,\n9 AM (social) and 9:30 AM (business)\, to provide fellowship and a speaker. \nGuest Speaker:\nPeter Weltman – Ontario Financial Accountability Officer\nTopic:“Niagara College in the Niagara Community” \n“hybrid” ZOOM PRESENTATION AT THIS MEETING BY PETER\nThe role of the The Ontario Financial Accountability Office
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/january-2022-monthly-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220111T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163439
CREATED:20210813T055641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T191255Z
UID:3139-1641895200-1641898800@probusstcatharines.com
SUMMARY:Peter Weltman (Financial)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9xtQ6eocLE”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Peter Weltman – Ontario Financial Accountability Officer \nTopic: The role of the The Ontario Financial Accountability Office \nArt Currie introduced our guest speaker Peter Weltman a Financial Accountability Officer with the Ontario Government \nPeter gave a very informative and detailed presentation on what a Financial Accountability Officer does in the Ontario legislature. \nThe Financial Accountability Office (FAO) supports the legislative needs of MPP’s by providing them with financial analysis\, forecasting and information. The FAO is trustworthy they support all MPP’s in holding the government to account\, everything they do is public and on their website. The independent\, non partisan FAO does their own financial modelling. \nThe FAO’s work covers Ontario’s financial performance\, fiscal position Ministry spending plans and financial analysis of specific government policies. \nFinancial forecasting and analysis have been affected due to Covid 19. \nThe year in review 2020-21 is available on the website www.fao-on.org \nDuncan will mail Peter a $30.00 LCBO thank-you gift certificate. \nView Peter Weltman’s presentation on YouTube click here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://probusstcatharines.com/event/peter-weltman/
CATEGORIES:2022 Past Speakers
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