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Hi-Lites – December 2016

The Probus Club of Burlington Lakeshore

Hi-Lites – February 2018

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Monday,

February 12 10:00 AM

Karen Candy Palliative Care

Willie See - Love is in the AIR

I hope everyone enjoyed our speaker Carolyn Whiskin, as I did, at our meeting January 15. As a BSc. Phm. graduate from the faculty of pharmacy at the University of Toronto, she presented us with our own Adult Vaccination checklist and recommended that we get it updated. It includes definitions and suggestions as to whether adults should receive some 12 vaccines. I am considering getting the pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine PPSV23 recommended for those over 65 years. I am also considering Shingrix, a new vaccine against shingles (also called herpes zoster). Anne and I recently enjoyed a winter Saturday outing to see the ice covered American Falls and the Winter Canadian Niagara Horseshoe Falls. It was cold but beautiful and lit up in changing colors at night. We were surprised at the number of tourists but thankful that we could get a parking spot in Lot A close to the Falls. We enjoyed an appetizer and wine in the restaurant overlooking the falls above the Canada 150 sign. Although I left the Christmas tree up until after the 12 days, I am still waiting for my present - one of you to come forward and serve, with instruction and support, as our club’s Treasurer. Wiarton Willie (ground hog) since 1980 was added to the festival in Wiarton. There is an old Scottish couplet “If Candlemas Day is bright and clear/There’ll be two winters that year”. Two-year-old, Wee Willie, became Wiarton Willie lV on Sept. 30th, 2017. On ground hog day (Feb. 2) apparently if he sees his shadow when he comes out there will be 6 more weeks of winter. Wiarton is on the 45th parallel - half way between the equator and the North Pole. Punxsutawney Phil is the name of a ground hog in Punxsutawney Pennsylvania who also performs the same Feb. 2nd ritual at that festival, As I am writing this message before Feb. 2nd, I cannot tell you whether either will see his shadow. Continued . . .

Management Committee 2017-2018

Ron Luxon, President (905) 634-8310

Bill Willson, Vice President

(905) 332-7652

Rodney Devitt, Vice President (289) 313-0593

Malcolm Ramsay, Secretary (905) 681-8109

Bill Willson, Treasurer (acting) (905) 332-7652

Bob Miller, Past-President (905) 634-1268

John Wishart, Past-President (905) 319-6317

Lou Pennachetti, Speakers (905) 637-7347

Mike McInnis, Membership (905) 331-2346

Dave McKenzie, Hi-Lites

(905) 639-7529

Dave McKay, Events (905) 634-8256

Jim Gilleland, House (905) 634-6490

John Pegg, Cheer (905) 637-9980

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Time goes by fast when you’re having fun! Monday February 12th marks our 25th anniversary and you are invited to join Ed Taylor, our first President, Stan Orr, first Deputy Treasurer, and several charter members in celebrating. Thanks to the initiative of these gentlemen we have enjoyed 25 years of fellowship, interesting and entertaining speakers, and a wonderful variety of different events.

Our meeting on Monday offers more of the same plus the opportunity to thank these guys in person. Mike Wain, 25th Anniversary Committee

Guest Speaker – Karen Candy

Karen Candy has been the Executive Director for Carpenter Hospice since 2013. With more than 30 years of healthcare experience, Karen’s diverse background has instilled in her dedication to patients and quality healthcare. Karen holds a Master’s degree in Leadership from Royal Roads University and has excelled in leadership roles both locally and provincially including Hamilton Health Sciences, St. Joseph’s Healthcare and CritiCall Ontario. Karen thrives in organizations that are value based, innovative, and collaborative. She values opportunities to help shape the future in a community and inspires others through her positive attitude, actions and energy.

The landscape of palliative care is changing. The number of people requiring end-of-life care is growing. Our aging population means a greater demand for palliative care programs and services. How we define palliative care has also changed. No longer is palliative care just the last few days or weeks of a person’s life. Palliative care now includes the life limiting diagnosis through to bereavement. When polled, the majority of Canadians wish to die at home, yet most die in hospital or long term care homes. Navigating the medical system can be daunting and understanding

… President’s Message Continued

I received correspondence from V.P. Bob Boone, who is also director Ontario District 3. He gave advanced notice of the district meeting on Friday, April 20, 2018 from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. The location is Credit Valley Golf Club in Mississauga. The meeting includes a buffet lunch for $25. Interested members are invited to talk to me about attending. Our meeting is on February 12th with our speaker Karen Candy of Carpenter Hospice. I look forward to meeting with you then. In the meantime remember that love will be in the air on Valentine’s Day, February 14th. Ronald Luxon, President




the palliative care options available to you or a loved one confusing. In planning for the future of palliative care, Carpenter Hospice is committed to expanding our programs and services to meet the needs of Burlington residents.

Lou Penachetti, Chair, Speakers’ Committee

Membership We are still awaiting the last few stragglers to settle their currently due membership fees. We imagine, that like Mike McInnes, they are off in warmer climes - please enjoy. We will drop a few numbers this year and hope to stay around 140 members, however the grim reaper, relocations outside of Burlington and age are taking a toll on our numbers. We will be in a position, in due course, to confirm our numbers and we thank the majority who have paid their fees. We are looking for additional “new rookies”, so if your friends, relatives or even so young a lad as you enquire, invite them to come and enjoy the Probus experience.

For those who are attending our February 12 meeting, see you there, and if you wish to check if you are current or not with your fees, I’ll be available at the back of the room. Peter Hughes, acting Membership Chair

Special Events Committee February Report

The Committee is pleased to announce the final arrangements and costs for its three theatrical events: 1. Shaw Festival: "Grand Hotel" - Saturday June 9th @ 12 Noon - 42 Gold Level Main Floor Seats - Cost $60 ea. Tickets must be paid for at the Feb,

Mar or April Meetings. Tickets will be distributed at the May Meeting Only 2. Foster Festival: "Renovations for Six" - Thursday Aug 16th @ 2:00 pm (* includes post show talk with the cast) - 40 seats available - Cost $40 ea. Tickets must be paid for at the Feb, Mar, April, or May Meetings. Tickets will be distributed at the June and July Meetings. 3. Stratford Festival: "The Music Man" - Friday October 12 @ 2:00 pm Package Includes: * First Level Premier Seating (48 seats available) * Highway Coach Transportation - Leaves Burlington Mall (subject to confirmation) at 9:45 AM, Leaves Festival Theatre @ 5:15 PM. * Lunch at Demetres Family restaurant in Stratford - your choice from the Seniors' Menu Package Cost - $145 - 40 tickets must be sold to meet bus costs. Tickets must be paid for at the Feb, March, April, May, June or July Meetings Tickets will be distributed on the bus. Your events committee has worked hard to make good seats at good productions available for a good price. Hope you can join on us on at least one trip. Your Events Committee Dave McKay, Events Chair

Curling is On! The 21st Annual Grummet Trophy Bonspiel between the two men’s Probus clubs in Burlington is fast approaching. We have 20 curlers on the list, but would love to have one or two spares in the event someone is unable to play.




Wednesday, February 7, 2018 @ 11:00 At the Burlington Curling Club (New Street) $40 per curler (lunch and prizes included) We really need to take back that trophy! If you are not curling, we’d love to have you come and cheer on our teams. Lunch is available should you choose to join in – no reservations needed. Dave McKenzie, Curling Coordinator

Cheer Committee The Cheer Committee, when informed of an illness or bereavement of a Club member or spouse, will arrange to contact or visit members who are ill. In the event of a bereavement, a card of condolence will be sent to the family and a donation to a charity of choice in memory of the member will be made. If you aware of any fellow member who is has an illness or a bereavement, please inform one of the committee members listed below who, in turn, can take appropriate action. John Pegg (905) 637-9980, [email protected] Brian Langlotz (905) 632-8197, [email protected] John Hughes (905) 333-4910, [email protected]

John Pegg, Cheer Committee

Activities Computer Interest Group Our next meeting will be on February 8th at 10 am at Appleby Place.

Remember to send Robert your questions via email to [email protected]

Extreme Weather Event

The Art Gallery of Burlington has advised us of the following procedure in the event of extreme weather the night before our meetings: • We ask that all guests call the AGB’s main line

for an update on our status.

• Should an extreme weather event occur over night we will have a message on the main greeting by 7am stating that the Gallery is CLOSED due to the weather.

• If the message does not immediately say we are CLOSED consider the AGB to be open for morning events (up until 2pm).

• Staff may not be able to get into the building to post signs on the doors or answer calls so please call the Gallery’s main line so unnecessary travel is avoided

• If we have lost power, our phone lines will be down and on the main message there will be silence. In this case please consider the Gallery CLOSED and do not come in for your event.

• Main Reception 905.632.7796 ext “0”.

Next Meeting: March 12, 2018 Speaker: Bruce Taylor on Addictions

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