FRANKSTON COMBINED PROBUS CLUB
All PROBUS clubs have a number of small interest groups which are an enjoyable way of getting to know members of the Club in a smaller and maybe less intimidating way. These activities are normally held once a month at various locations and last an hour to two with a lot of chatting and friendship. Our own Club’s activities are listed below. Each month a newsletter is provided at the General Meeting giving details of all activities for the following month as well as advance warning of events further ahead. The names and phone numbers of co-ordinators of all activities are listed in the newsletter so please contact these members if you need to know more.
Wednesday Short Walk Every Wednesday
We leave at 9.30am from the Car Park near the Info Centre and walk to the Oliver Hill jetty, then back to Mr Franks Café. Non walkers can meet at Mr Franks for coffee and chat at 10am on the walkers’ return.
Monday Long Walk 1st Monday of Month
Each month our co-ordinator arranges a walk on the Peninsula and we enjoy a coffee along the way or at the end. Walk takes about 1 ½ Hours.
Happy Hour & Half 1st Wednesday of Month
We meet in a member’s home at 5.00 - 6.30pm. BYO drinks and nibbles for a fun social evening.
Book Group 2nd Monday of Month
Frankston Library supply the books and if you enjoy reading and discussing books you will enjoy this. We meet at the Baxter Village Parkside Centre at 1.30pm
Dine Out (Evening) 2nd Tuesday of Month
Each month we meet at various venues in the Frankston Mornington area at 6pm.
Garden Group 2nd Tuesday of Month
Visits to member’s gardens, alternating with visits to nurseries, public gardens and guest speakers. This date may vary depending on what is organized. Everyone welcome.
Committee Meeting 2nd Friday of Month
10am at the Parkside Centre Baxter Village Gate 4
General Meeting 3rd Friday of Month
Arrive at 9.30 for a 10.00 am start to give everyone a chance to mix and mingle and put your names down for monthly outings. The General Meeting is held at Frankston Bowling Club, Yuille Street, Frankston. After activity reports morning tea is served at 10.30 followed by an interesting and entertaining talk given by a guest speaker. This is our Club’s main activity and all members are encouraged to attend.
Luncheon 4th Thursday of Month
Each month we meet at various venues in the Frankston-Mornington area at 12.00 noon
Bike Ride 4th Friday of Month
Enjoy a bike ride at various places on the Peninsula. Rides are approximately an hour starting at 9.30am and designed for limited fitness and stopping for a coffee along the way.
Picnic in the Park Last Wednesday of Month
Held during daylight saving months only 5.30 pm at Beauty Park BBQ area off Young Street. Meet near the car park between Plowman Place and High Street Frankston. BYO picnic and chair to enjoy a fun social evening.
Caravan & Cabin Trips
These are held twice a year, usually in March and October. We spend 3-4 days away together, not travelling too far and visiting local attractions
Outings and Cultural Events
Approximately once a month a special outing is organised: this could be a cultural event, an exhibition, play, musical, or visiting a place of interest. Details are advertised in the Club’s newsletter and given at the General Meetings.
Christmas Party 3rd Friday in December
Our December General Meeting is replaced with a Christmas Party. A great way to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and enjoy a traditional Christmas Dinner, music and dancing.
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