I am proud to be President of this vital and active group of people. I’m sure the refreshed group of people on the executive and committee, restrained and advised by the more experienced members, will lead us through another great year. Our membership gains a few fresh people each year, who bring new ideas for us to consider. I announce with regret that Dorothy and Brian Fogarty are leaving us after many years of service and friendship. Dorothy was variously President, occasional Secretary, compiler of the newsletter and general helper. Thanks, Dorothy and Brian, from the members.

Ray

OFFICE BEARERS & COMMITTEE

MEMBERS – 2018/2019 PRESIDENT Ray Cranfield 4647-7277

V. PRESIDENT Francoise Kirkland 4626-6428

SECRETARY Mirella Czerny 4683-1716

TREASURER Anna Degnan 4647 6174

EX-OFFICIO Ellen Hill 4647 7277

COMMITTEE Ros Hodgins 4625-7759

Linda Lord 0418 522 603

Sheila McAtamney 4626-8641

Margaret Rubesa 4655 4437

Allen Sykes 9820 7332

Kerrin Thomas 4655 8187

GUEST SPEAKER Carolyn Cahill 0401 452 579

HOSPITALITY Eileen McGregor, Jean Mossman

MEMBERSHIP Beverley Crawford 4647-7825

NEWSLETTER Linda Lord 0418 522 603

TECHNICAL OFFICER David Llewellyn 0407 105 520

WEBMASTER Sue Kijurina 0402 401 494

WELFARE

Interest Group Co-ordinators Art Group Francoise Kirkland 4626-6428

Book Club Patricia Cranfield 4655-9478

Book Exchange Brenda Starkey 4625-5253

Cards Jeanette Jackson 4647-9986

Ken Starkey 4625-5253

Craft Mary Michel 4651-2465

Photography Ros Hodgins 4625-7759

Tech Savvy Seniors Ros Hodgins 4625-7759

David Llewellyn 4626-3460

Theatre/Shows Joyce Reilly 0408 248 322

Tours Peter O’Loughlin 0429 024 039

Travel Tales Kathy & Malcolm

Smith 4655-2159

Walking, Cycling & Dining Groups, -

Margaret Rubesa 4655-4437

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Meeting: Narellan Community Centre Hall, 10am, 1st Friday of Month

Postal Address: P O Box 643, Narellan 2567 www.narellanprobus.org.au Email: Webmaster@narellanprobus.org.au

FROM THE PRESIDENT

THIS MONTH’S MEETING: Friday, 6 April 2018 MEET AND GREET: Jean Campbell & Jim Mossman Could the Meet and Greeters please be at the meeting room by 9.20am.

MORNING TEA CLEAN UP ROSTER: Allen Sykes, Peter Michel & Clarice Stretch If you are unable to fulfil your allocated day, please contact Ray Cranfield ASAP on 4655-9478.

Volume 12, 3 April 2018

Disclaimer: This newsletter is Private and Confidential for Narellan Probus Club use only and is not to be used for any other

purpose.

The 2018/2019 Committee Members (with the exception of Margaret Rubesa who

was absent when photo was taken).

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TREASURER – ANNA DEGNAN GENERAL BANK ACCOUNT

DETAILS FOR: Joining Fees, Membership Renewal,

Anniversary Dinner, Christmas Lunch BSB 032 710 / Account No. 156057

APRIL GUEST SPEAKER Dr Eddie Lim has been a long standing surgeon in the area for more than 30 years. He has used his talents beyond his Camden surgery to raise awareness about the importance of sight. Photography helped him unwind from work as well as observe the world around him and get him out into the fresh air. He is going to share his latest trip to Morocco and what he saw through the eyes of his camera.

Carolyn Cahill

APRIL BIRTHDAYS: Lorraine Ball Mary Clifton

I was able to send out cards to those I knew were unwell this month, but best wishes and a speedy recovery to anyone else who has also not been well.

Carole Latham

CARDS

- Ken Starkey / Jeanette Jackson The cards games for this month, followed by a BBQ, will be held on Sunday afternoon, 29th April at The Harrington park Casino. For catering purposes, please indicate on the attendance sheet if you will be staying for the BBQ. Arrive at 1 pm for a 1.30 pm start. Contact Jeanette on 4647-9986.

Ken & Jeanette

ART GROUP

- Francoise Kirkland The Art Group now meets at

Francoise’s or Diane D’s as advised weekly to members of the group.

“City” – by Diane

2018 MEMBERSHIP FEES ARE

NOW DUE: Membership fees remain at $50 and are due by

this month’s meeting. If paying on line, please don’t forget to provide

your name so Anna knows who’s paid. .

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LUNCH AFTER THE MEETING

After the meeting, lunch will be at Studley Park so please come along. All welcome.

BOOK CLUB

- Pat & Ray Cranfield Our latest book was “Nine Parts of Desire” by Geraldine Brookes. Unlike her novels, which we had read and enjoyed, this was a record of her six years as a journalist in The Middle East. It painted a mostly depressing picture of the plight of women in the prescriptive Islamic culture. At our next meeting on 16th April, we will review our favourite books. Pat Cranfield

CRAFT

- Mary Michel Our ongoing projects continue this month and will be held on Tuesdays, 3rd and 17th April at 1.30 pm. The new address will be emailed to members of the group. Mary

(Some of the ladies hard at work below.)

COFFEE

- Tony Wolf At 10 am on the 2nd Wednesday of the month in

Camden, and the 4th Wednesday in Narellan. Any queries give Tony a call – 0466 962 867.

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TECH SAVVY SENIORS REPORT - APRIL

- David & Ros In MARCH we looked at Facebook’s Latest Updates that we need to be aware of and how to keep your information more secure. **APRIL MEETING SPECIAL – OUR SECURITY** - Very Important

– Friday, 13th April in the Big Hall at 10 am. We will be looking at the need and advantages of setting up a PASSWORD MANAGER. Scam Watch for this month - calls from scammers from “The Do Not Call Register”. What’s wrong with that? It is a Government entity that would never call you – it is free and the update they offer is certainly not available. Just hang up.

Cheers David & Ros

DINING

- Margaret Rubesa Monday, 9th April Lunch at “Sasuki Japanese Restaurant” Narellan Town Centre Arrive 12 noon. Lunchtime specials under $20. Monday, 7th May Lunch at Plough & Harrow Hotel, Camden Arrive 12 noon. Tuesday, 5th June Probus Anniversary Lunch, Harrington Grove Country Club. Arrive 12 noon. Cost $30 per person. 2 course meal served alternately. Celebration cake as dessert. Tea & coffee. Drinks purchased separately. Friday, 14th December Christmas Lunch, Gledswood Winery, Country Room, Camden Valley Way, Catherine Fields. Arrive 12 noon. Cost $40 per person. 2 course meal served alternately. Wine or soft drink served with meal. Entertainment from resident entertainer.

TRAVEL TALES - Kathy & Malcolm Our Probus Club leads us on many trails and this time it led us to The Kokoda Trail Memorial at Concord where Sue met up with Reg Chard, a veteran of the Second World War, who works as a guide at this facility. Sue created an excellent presentation from the photos he had collected over his lifetime including war time experiences and the visit by the Queen Mother to his Sydney home in 1958. Those who attended enjoyed this interesting and different presentation. It reminded a lot of people of their personal family memories of those times. Thank you, Sue. Our next presentation will be by Carolyn Cahill who is going to share experiences from her recent trip to Japan. Thank you, Carolyn. Special thanks to the people who have already volunteered to present their experiences at future Travel Tales. Our next meeting will be held on 18th April in the Park Central Large Hall.

Kathy & Mal

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MEMBER CONTACT INFORMATION: Please advise Membership Officer of any contact

information which includes changes in email address and phone numbers membership@narellanprobus.org.au

MEMBERSHIP BADGE: Members are reminded to wear badges to

all meetings and on tours.

CYCLING

“Too Tyred Cycling Group”

- Margaret Rubesa

Monday, 16th April Cycle along M7 deviating at Prospect Reservoir. Meet at Narellan Library Car Park at 8.30 am. Monday, 21st May Cycle Parramatta to Olympic Park. Monday, 23rd July Cycle Five Dock to Barangaroo.

Can all contributors for the May 2018 newsletter please get their copy to me by the Friday before the meeting, i.e. 27th April. Please send direct to Linda via email lindalord@bigpond.com. Thank you.

Linda

WALKING

“Let’s Get Lost Together”

- Margaret Rubesa Monday, 30th April Manly to North Head Graded easy, duration 3 hours, distance 8km return.

Monday, 28th May Tour of “Archibalds” – Art Gallery of NSW Cost $18.00 pay on day. Monday, 16th July Cape Solander to Point Potter Kurnell Walk Graded medium, time 3 hours, Distance 8km return.

MEMBERSHIP: Members need to attend 50% of meetings. When signing the attendance sheet please do not write “Apology” for a member who may be absent. Members need to contact the Membership Officer,

Bev Crawford on 4647-7825 before the meeting or email becrawford@bigpond.com.au

**ALSO PLEASE NOTE THAT FOR SECURITY REASONS, MEMBERS WHO LEAVE BEFORE THE END OF THE MEETING MUST SEE BEV CRAWFORD TO SIGN OUT.**

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FROM OUR ROVING REPORTERS:

“JOHN PAUL YOUNG” – THE CUBE AT THE CATHOLIC CLUB

– SATURDAY, 24TH FEBRUARY

On a cloudy Tuesday, a small group made the trip into the city to see this play, changing at Central Station to catch the train to Milsons Point. After a quick coffee, some braved the weather and walked down the hill to the theatre while the remainder waited to be transported by the Ensemble mini bus. The characters in “Sorting Out Rachel”, a David Williamson play, were facing huge personal dilemmas. One has too little money, another too much, and the question raised was how can that money be used for the greater good of the community? It affects all of the characters in different ways as they realize the truth they are facing, which they can’t ignore. As would be expected, Williamson’s characters are beautifully drawn and judging by the audience’s reactions, many could relate to the situations and issues so cleverly and funnily portrayed by the excellent cast, particularly between the granddaughter, Rachel, and her grandfather who decides to ‘sort her out’. Following a light lunch, we wandered our way home again and I am so glad I had the opportunity to enjoy this excellent play. Thanks, Joyce. Linda Lord

“SORTING OUT RACHEL” – ENSEMBLE THEATRE – TUESDAY, 13TH MARCH

(Thank you to our Roving Reporters for this month. Please email any contributions to lindalord@bigpond.com. Linda)

Ten of our members had dinner at The Catholic Club Bistro before rocking up to The Cube for the “John Paul Young and The Allstar Band” concert celebrating the incredible song-writing creations of Vanda & Young, whose songbook gave Australia its unique soundtrack during the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. JPY and The Allstar Band performed hit songs written for The Easybeats, AC/DC, Grace Jones, Ted Mulry and of course John Paul Young, to a full house and did not disappoint with a terrific rock ‘n’ roll show.

Ken Starkey

“THE BOOK OF MORMON” – WEDNESDAY, 7TH MARCH

Our Joyce, she did warn, But 23 of us still set off on a Wednesday morn. “Book of Mormon” was our destination, Arriving via a many and varied railway station. “South Park” humour is “black, blue, puerile, witty and satirical”, Said the quote from a paper, And that is exactly what we got from this theatrical caper. There was lots of dancing, there was lots of singing, And certainly lots of door bells, they were a’ringing. Goofy Elder Cunningham stole the show, While his companion, Elder Price, knew where he wanted to go. Orlando was his place to be, From Uganda he wanted to flee.

The tunes were boppy, the voices mighty fine, ‘Baptize Me’ was a favourite of mine. While the content was not everyone’s cup of tea, The show was snappy, and as ever, there was plenty of good company. Thank you, Joyce, great organizing I must say, A trip into town is always a good day. So next time a young Mormon arrives at your door, It will be the glow of the teeth you will be looking for.

Kerrin Thomas

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BATEMANS BAY AND THE EUROBODALLA COAST HOLIDAY – 14TH – 18TH MARCH 2018

by Ellen Hill Following our early morning pick up, we all assembled at our starting point at Campbelltown where Keith began our journey south. A morning tea stop at Minnamurra and then a comfortable trip to Ulladulla for lunch and a leg stretch. Feeling refreshed, we headed to Batemans Bay and the Birdlife Park for a really interesting first-hand encounter with a python (some members braver than others), as well as a very cute joey who had been abandoned by his mother and rescued by our guide and her mum. A ride on the miniature train around the grounds to see the other animals and of course, afternoon tea, saw us heading to our accommodation on the waterfront for 4 nights.

After waking to the sounds of the sea lapping on the waterfront and a most enjoyable breakfast, we were off on a short coach ride to Mogo Zoo. Our guide accompanied us at a leisurely stroll around the many exhibits and from time to time enjoying a talk on various inhabitants. You can certainly get quite close to the animals at the small, extremely well-kept zoo. Some even enjoyed feeding the giraffes. A short stop in Mogo village for mainly browsing (I did manage to buy a pair of shoes) and it was back to our hotel for dinner.

Friday we took the coastal road south to Narooma where we picked up a local guide to show us some of the interesting aspects of the small coastal town. There were great views out to Montague Island and it would make a good destination for whale watching during their migration up and down the coast. A short trip to Tilba Tilba where we enjoyed more wandering around a small country village with many craft shops including wood turning, photography, jewelry and of course the inevitable coffee shops for lunch. After enjoying a snack of prawns (won by the Hills the previous night in the raffle at the hotel) and some cheese from the cheese factory in town, it was again back to our comfortable accommodation.

With a leisurely day ahead of us, most spent some time looking around the shops in Batemans Bay before heading for the boat trip up the Clyde River and our Fish and Chips lunch on board. We had a short stay at Nelligen before a relaxing journey back and our usual get-together for drinks and nibbles before dinner.

The journey home saw us climbing through the scenic hills to Braidwood for morning tea before our break in Bungendore for lunch. Lots more shops but unfortunately a strong hot wind blew up so that the local bushfire brigade had to attend to some electrical wires sparking quite close to the beautiful wood-turning building. Then on to home.

All in all a wonderful, relaxing holiday with good friends, some visitors from other Clubs, our driver Keith and let’s not forget our Tour Leader, Peter. Many thanks to all.

Ellen Hill

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THEATRES & SHOWS: - Joyce Reilly - 0408 248 322 gran08reilly@yahoo.com.au

BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS FOR SHOWS:

BSB 032 710 / Account No. 157367

CASULA POWERHOUSE: Note: All shows at the Casula Powerhouse have complimentary tea/coffee & cake prior to the show from 10.15am on. Matinee Season shows commence at 11am. All shows for 2018 need to be paid at the February Meeting or by internet banking ASAP. I have reserved lots of seats but will have to relinquish the ones we do not pay for. However, during the year, I will check their website to see if there are seats available as we may require them. Price for each show is $22. Thursday, 24th May – “Music of the Carpenters” Thursday, 21st June – “Donna Lee Sings – Petula Clarke” Thursday, 23rd August – “John Watson – The Piano Man” Thursday, 4th October – “Legendary Ladies of Showbiz – Dusty & The Divas” Thursday, 13th December – “Music of the Night – Christmas Special – Joe Fimmano”

CAPITOL THEATRE: “Priscilla” 23rd May – 18th July - $75 – WE ARE ON WAITLIST “Jersey Boys” Wednesday, 8th November – 1 pm - $90 PAY BY JULY

CAMPBELLTOWN THEATRE

GROUP: “Rock of Ages” Saturday, 21st April – 2 pm “Shrek the Musical” Saturday, 29th September – 12.30 pm “Of Mice and Men” Saturday, 27th October – 2 pm

ICC SYDNEY THEATRE DARLING

HARBOUR: “2018 Premier’s Gala Concert” Friday, 6th April – 2.45 - 4.15pm – FREE (Kathy Smith organizing)

ILLAWARRA PERFORMING ARTS

CENTRE WOLLONGONG: “The Wharf Review” Saturday, 20th October – 1.30 pm - $63 PAY NOW

PICTON THEATRE GROUP: “The Removalist” This play has been postponed until possibly August. Refunds at April Meeting for those who have paid.

I will be away during April and May. See you at the June Meeting. Joyce

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BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS FOR TOURS & DAY TRIPS:

BSB 032 710 / Account No. 121110

PROBUS TRIPS FOR 2018/9: - Peter O’Loughlin CRUISING FOR 2018/9: - Anna Degnan

CRUISING – 2018:

We are still looking for members who would like to join with other members and friends for a holiday cruise. Research is ongoing for our options and availability for a short and/or long cruise. You are welcome to place your name on the list for both. Suggestions for possible destinations are: 1. 4-10 day cruise – Pacific Islands, Morton Bay, Tasmania, Adelaide etc. 2. Over 10 day cruise – Pacific Islands, Around Australia, NZ, Singapore etc. Expression of Interest Forms will again be available this General Meeting. Anna

DAY TRIPS AND HOLIDAY PROGRAMME – 2018: At our club meeting this coming Friday, I will be collecting your payment (unless already processed) for our next coach trip to the historic Henry Kendall House in West Gosford.

Mildura and Broken Hill

Bookings are well underway for our holiday next year into the western county. I have received written confirmation from motels in Hay, Mildura and Lake Mungo and verbal acceptance in Broken Hill and Nyngan. Once I have written confirmation from those venues, I will continue all other arrangements. In regard to Lake Mungo – there are two options for accommodation, the first being in the Cabins (either double or twin) there are 16 of these available for us, they also have ONE only Family Cabin (which would be suitable for the Tracey’s should they wish to be with us) and at a less salubrious situation, the dormitory style Shearers Quarters which have a combination of capacities, all double bunks, don’t stress, I only intend to use the lower bunks, however if anybody wishes a TOP bunk it could be used (not for me though). Using the combination detailed, the group would be restricted to 45. I will require deposits in September 2018 ($200) along with your preference for accommodation at Mungo Lodge. So first come first served. Whilst in Mildura, for two of our evening meals we will be going OUT. Firstly to Stephano’s well-known restaurant and then an evening dinner cruise on the Murray River, again I have spoken with both of these venues regarding our visit. After having a discussion with Keith, the tour has been brought forward 1 week from my original planning (he has the Russian Ballet coming to Australia again for another touring program) so that means a departure on Monday, 9th September 2019 arriving home on Friday, 20th September. At this stage I expect the cost to be no more than $2000 each - this will be confirmed as all costs come to hand. Please note the itinerary is a DRAFT only at this stage of planning with all arrangements yet to be confirmed.

Peter

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Please join us and take the opportunity of visiting interesting places and enjoying each

other’s company.

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CALENDAR - 2018 Art Group meets every Thursday morning.

APRIL Tuesday 3rd Craft with Mary – at new address Friday 6th Probus Meeting Friday 6th “Premier’s Gala Concert” – 2.45 pm – Convention Centre Monday 9th Lunch at “Sasuki Japanese Restaurant” Narellan – 12 noon Wednesday 11th Coffee with Tony – Camden – 10 am Friday 13th Tech Savvy Seniors – 10 am – Large Hall at Park Central Monday 16th Cycling with Marg – M7 Cycleway to Prospect Reservoir Monday 16th Book Club – Pat & Ray’s Tuesday 17th Craft with Mary Wednesday 18th Travel Tales – 7.30 pm – Large Hall at Park Central Friday 20th Day Trip - Henry Kendall House & Museum, West Gosford Saturday 21st “Rock of Ages” – 2 pm – Campbelltown Theatre Wednesday 25th Coffee with Tony – Narellan – 10 am Sunday 29th Cards – Harrington Park Casino – 1 for 1.30 pm start – BBQ to follow Monday 30th Walk with Marg – Manly to North Head

MAY Tuesday 1st Craft with Mary Friday 4th Probus Meeting Monday 7th Lunch at Plough & Harrow Hotel, Camden – 12 noon Wednesday 9th Coffee with Tony – Camden – 10 am Friday 11th Tech Savvy Seniors – 10 am – Large Hall at Park Central Tuesday 15th Craft with Mary Wednesday 16th Travel Tales – 7.30 pm – Large Hall at Park Central Friday 18th Day Trip - Berrima Courthouse & Village Monday 21st Cycle with Marg – Parramatta to Olympic Park Monday 21st Book Club – Pat & Ray’s Wednesday 23rd Coffee with Tony – Narellan – 10 am Thursday 24th “Music of the Carpenters” – 11 am – Casula Powerhouse Sunday 27th Cards – Harrington Park Casino – 1 for 1.30 pm start Monday 28th Tour with Marg of Art Gallery – “Archibalds”

JUNE Friday 1st Probus Meeting Tuesday 5th Anniversary Lunch Harrington Grove Country Club – 12 noon Friday 8th Tech Savvy Seniors – 10 am – Large Hall at Park Central Wednesday 13th Coffee with Tony - Camden Friday 15th Day Trip – visit to David Parsons Monday 18th Book Club – Pat & Ray’s Tuesday 19th Craft with Mary Wednesday 20th Travel Tales – 7.30 pm – Large Hall at Park Central Thursday 21st “Donna Lee Sings” – 11 am – Casula Powerhouse Sunday 24th Cards – Harrington Park Casino – 1 for 1.30 pm start Wednesday 27th Coffee with Tony – Narellan – 10 am

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JULY Tuesday 3rd Craft with Mary Friday 6th Probus Meeting Wednesday 11th Coffee with Tony – Camden – 10 am Friday 13th Tech Savvy Seniors – 10 am – Large Hall at Park Central Monday 16th Walk with Marg – Cape Solander to Point Potter Kurnell Monday 16th Book Club – Pat & Ray’s Tuesday 17th Craft with Mary Wednesday 18th Travel Tales – 7.30 pm – Large Hall at Park Central Friday 20th Day Trip - “Yulefest” - Gabby’s in Berry Saturday 21st “Bay City Rollers” – 8 pm – The Cube Catholic Club Monday 23rd Cycle with Marg – Five Dock to Barangaroo Wednesday 25th Coffee with Tony – Narellan – 10 am Friday 27th Cards – Casino to be advised

AUGUST Friday 3rd Probus Meeting Tuesday 7th Craft with Mary Wednesday 8th Coffee with Tony – Camden – 10 am Friday 10th Tech Savvy Seniors – 10 am – Large Hall at Park Central Wednesday 15th Travel Tales – 7.30 pm – Large Hall at Park Central Thursday 16th Day Trip – Judith Dunn, Southern Highlands Homes Monday 20th Book Club – Pat & Ray’s Tuesday 21st Craft with Mary Wednesday 22nd Coffee with Tony – Narellan – 10 am Thursday 23rd “John Watson – the Piano Man” – 11 am – Casula Powerhouse Friday 24th Cards – Casino to be advised

SEPTEMBER Tuesday 4th Craft with Mary Friday 7th Probus Meeting Wednesday 12th Coffee with Tony – Camden – 10 am Friday 14th Tech Savvy Seniors – 10 am – Large Hall at Park Central Saturday – Sunday 15th – 23rd 9 day trip to the Queensland Sunshine Coast Monday 17th Book Club – Pat & Ray’s Tuesday 18th Craft with Mary Wednesday 19th Travel Tales – 7.30 pm – Large Hall at Park Central Wednesday 26th Coffee with Tony – Narellan – 10 am Friday 28th Cards – Casino to be advised Saturday 29th “Shrek the Musical” – 12.30 pm – Campbelltown Theatre

OCTOBER Tuesday 2nd Craft with Mary Thursday 4th “Dusty & the Divas” – 11 am – Casula Powerhouse Friday 5th Probus Meeting Wednesday 10th Coffee with Tony – Camden – 10 am Friday 12th Tech Savvy Seniors – 10 am – Large Hall at Park Central Monday 15th Book Club – Pat & Ray’s Tuesday 16th Craft with Mary Wednesday 17th Travel Tales – 7.30 pm – Large Hall at Park Central Friday 19th Day Trip – Gosford Motor Museum & Japanese Gardens Saturday 20th “The Wharf Review” – 1.30 pm – Illaw. Perf. Arts Centre Wollongong Wednesday 24th Coffee with Tony – Narellan – 10 am Friday 26th Cards – Casino to be advised Saturday 27th “Of Mice and Men” – 2 pm – Campbelltown Theatre

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BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS FOR TOURS & DAY TRIPS -

PETER O’LOUGHLIN: BSB 032 710 / Account No.

BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS FOR SHOWS – JOYCE REILLY:

BSB 032 710 / Account No. 157367

TREASURER – ANNA DEGNAN GENERAL BANK ACCOUNT

DETAILS FOR: Joining Fees, Membership Renewal,

Anniversary Dinner, Christmas Lunch BSB 032 710 / Account No. 156057

NOVEMBER Friday 2nd Probus Meeting Tuesday 6th MELBOURNE CUP – NO CRAFT Wednesday-Sunday 7th – 25th 19 day trip to Tasmania with Harrington Park Club Wednesday 8th “Jersey Boys” – 1 pm – Capitol Theatre Friday 9th Tech Savvy Seniors – 10 am – Large Hall at Park Central Wednesday 14th Coffee with Tony – Camden – 10 am Friday 16th Day Trip – Blackheath Rhododendrons Monday 19th Book Club – Pat & Ray’s Tuesday 20th Craft with Mary Wednesday 21st Travel Tales – 7.30 pm – Large Hall at Park Central Friday 23rd Cards – Casino to be advised Wednesday 28th Coffee with Tony – Narellan – 10 am

DECEMBER Tuesday 4th Craft with Mary Friday 7th Probus Meeting Wednesday 12th Coffee with Tony – Camden – 10 am Thursday 13th “Christmas Special – Joe Fimmano” – 11 am – Casula Powerhouse Friday 14th Christmas Lunch – 12 noon – Gledswood Winery Monday 17th Book Club – Pat & Ray’s

JOKE (or maybe not!) “HELLO! Is this Gordon’s Pizza?” “No, sir, it’s Google Pizza – we bought Gordon’s Pizza last month. Do you want your usual, sir?” “My usual? You know me?” “According to our caller ID data, the last 12 times you called you ordered an extra-large pizza with cheese, sausage, pepperoni, mushrooms on a thick crust.” “OK! That’s what I want.” “May I suggest that this time you order a pizza with ricotta, arugula, sun-dried tomatoes and olives on a whole-wheat gluten-free thin crust?” “No, you may not! I don’t like vegetables.” “Your cholesterol needs help, sir.” “How the hell do you know?” “We cross-referenced your mobile with your medical records and have the result of your blood tests for the last 7 years.” “Listen, I don’t want your vegetable pizza, and I take medication for my cholesterol!”

“Excuse me, sir, but you don’t take your medication regularly. Our database indicates that you only filled a prescription for 30 cholesterol tablets once, at Soul Pharmacy, 4 months ago.” “I bought the rest at another pharmacy.” “Not according to your credit card statement.” “I paid in cash.” “Sir, you didn’t withdraw enough cash according to your bank statement.” “I have other sources of cash.” “That doesn’t show on your last tax return, unless you bought them using an undeclared income source, which is against the law.” “WHAT THE HELL! Goodbye, I’m sick of Google, Facebook, Twitter and all this crap. I’m moving to an island without internet, cable TV, mobiles and jerks watching and spying on me.” “I understand sir, but you need to renew your passport first. It expired 6 weeks ago.”

(Thanks to Bev Gray for this one.)