PROBUS Club of the Gateway upcoming events

Theatre Collingwood: Tuesdays with Morrie (23 Sep 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday, September 23rd at 2:00 p.m., join us for the performance of "Tuesdays with Morrie" at Marsh Street Centre in Clarksburg. Tells the story of a successful journalist consumed by his career and his relationship with his former college professor who is dying from ALS. This funny, tender story of two lives transformed is performed by a remarkable cast.

Tickets cost $55.00 and guests are permitted. Registration is available online now with payment by credit card. Organized by Mary Beth.

Tickets are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, it is your responsibility to find a replacement and have the replacement refund you for the ticket price. The organizer may be able to help you with this by providing a list of members on the waitlist.

Collingwood Food Tour- International Foods (24 Sep 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Join us for a walking food tour on Thursday, September 24th at 2:00 pm. We stop at 5 local places in downtown Collingwood and have a tasting at each spot. The tour will last around 2 hours and we will walk approximately 3 blocks.

The guide has historical knowledge of Collingwood as well as background on all the restaurants. The vast majority of the tour takes place outside; however, where space permits, we are invited inside the restaurant. Sometimes we are joined by the owners for a bit of a chat. Participants exchange stories about their favourite local restaurants and get to try new things on the menu of places they may have been to before. The spots are not revealed before the tour which makes it fun to wonder, "Where are we going next?"

The cost of the food tour is $52.00. Registration will open August 19th and there is a maximum of 22 participants. If the event is full, join the wait list as there is a possibility that someone may need to cancel.

Typically the tour is not able to cater to special dietary requirements. Registrants will need to decide what they can sample based on their individual needs.

Bruce Nuclear Plant and Optional Lunch (29 Sep 2026)

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The Bruce Nuclear Power Station, at the time of completion, was the largest nuclear power plant in the world, producing 6,400 MW of power per day with 8 reactors. Plans are underway to expand the plant by another 4800 MW. In addition to power generation, the Bruce facility produces the majority of the world’s supply of Cobalt 90, a critical radioactive isotope of Cobalt used in the treatment of specific cancers.

A plant tour of the facility is planned for Tuesday, September 29 at 10:00 am. The tour will consist of a classroom information session and a guided bus drive around the plant site. The plant is located in the Tiverton/ Kincardine area, approximately a two hour drive from Collingwood.

Following the tour which should end by 1:00, you can plan to have an optional lunch at The Walker House Restaurant, 146 High Street, Southampton, ON. The meal will be ordered from the menu and you pay the restaurant directly. To ensure your reservation, please indicate if you plan to have lunch at the restaurant when registering.

Registration opens Aug 12 and closes Aug 30. We will initially plan for 20 members. Please reserve by Sunday, Aug 30 to allow us to firm up the spaces available at Bruce. There is no charge for the Nuclear Plant tour. If the event is full, add your name to the waitlist to enable us to make future arrangements for the overload.

Organized by Brian H.

Theatre Collingwood: Get Down Tonight (15 Oct 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

On Thursday, October 15th at 2:00 p.m., join us for the performance of "Get Down Tonight" at Marsh Street Centre in Clarksburg. A high-energy celebration of the 1970's, the disco decade of sparkle, soul and unstoppable rhythm. Relive the songs that made you move, the friendships that made you smile and the music that still makes your heart beat faster. A joyful, feel- good dance party you'll never forget!

Tickets cost $55.00 and guests are permitted. Registration is available online August 4th with payment by credit card. 20 tickets are available. Organized by Mary Beth Sharpe.

Fraud Protection (20 Oct 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Speaker: Constable Helena Beck,
My name is Helena Beck and I am a police officer with the Ontario Provincial Police. I have been employed with the OPP since 2020 and currently serve as a Community Engagement Officer (CEO). My role focuses on building positive relationships within the community and educating the public on crime prevention.

FRAUD PROTECTION

This presentation is geared toward fraud prevention and will cover topics such as:

Door‑to‑door scams
Romance scams
Email/phone/text scams
Grandparent scam.

The presentation highlights common scam methods, what warning signs to look for, and how to stay safe and avoid becoming a victim.

Hope Haven Therapeutic Riding Centre Tour & Optional Lunch (23 Oct 2026)

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Hope Haven Therapeutic Riding Centre Tour & Optional Lunch

Join us on Friday October 23^rd for a tour of the Hope Haven facility we learned about in from our September speaker Robyn Allen.

The tour will start at 10:30am at:

545747 Sideroad 4A, RR #2, Markdale

Please remember to wear closed toed shoes and the tour will happen rain or shine. There will also be dirt and dust and horse hair!

Please remember to wear your name badge.

After the tour we have a reservation at Justin’s Oven at 12 noon

235304 Grey Road 13 – beside the Kimberley General Store

We will order off the menu and pay at the restaurant.

See menu at - https://justinsoven.ca/regular-hours/

Registration will open for 20 members on September 30^th

Organized by Robin Campbell yourmomrobin@hotmail.com

and Linda Granger lgranger@rogers.com

We hope you will join us for this unique experience.

Haunted Collingwood Walking Tour with Dean Hollin (26 Oct 2026)

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Back by popular demand... We invite you to join us on a haunted walking tour on the evening of October 26th starting at 7:00 p.m. under the full Hunter's Moon! You will have a spook-tacular time listening to tales and ghostly stories as guest host Dean Hollin leads you through the shadows and darkest corners of Collingwood's Heritage Conservation District.

While on the walk, you will hear about ghostly experiences including the legend of David Williams, former editor of the Collingwood Bulletin newspaper, the ever-persistent ghost of Dr. Arthur, the tragic slaying of 13 year old Glory Whalen (among Ontario's oldest cold cases), and other strange sightings.

This 2 km walking loop will take approximately 1.5 hours. The haunted walking tour will proceed rain or shine so please dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy shoes or boots.

Registration will open at the end of September. Cost is $16.00 per member.

Organized by Linda G.

Chair Fitness: Don’t Just Sit There… Get Fit There! (17 Nov 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Speaker & Coach: Steve Black, Seniors' Fitness Specialist at the Collingwood YMCA

Don’t Just Sit There… Get Fit There!

Curious about Chair Fitness? Join Coach Steve for a fun, interactive session where you’ll learn the benefits and try a few simple seated exercises yourself!

GET YOUR M.B.A* with Steve Black
*Muscle, Balance, Activity

Steve will touch on Nutrition since most of us know what this. Followed by an brief overview of health issues including: Heart Disease, Diabetes, Osteoporosis (not medical advice but how physical activity can reduce some of these issues). How fitness and exercise can improve your independence and active daily living

Key Benefits of Chair Fitness

Accessibility:

Allows individuals with limited mobility, arthritis, or balance issues to stay active without the risk of falling.

Full-Body Engagement:

Routines target multiple areas through seated marches, arm reaches, leg extensions, and torso twists.

Customizable Intensity:

Workouts can be scaled up by incorporating small hand weights, resistance bands, or increasing the speed of movements.

Yuletide Dinner Dance (3 Dec 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join us for this special evening as we celebrate the holiday season. Meet and mingle, enjoy a three course dinner with choice of options, followed by a dance with music provided by our DJ.

Registration will open on October 7th, with payment by credit card online.

Please note, you must have renewed your membership in order to register for this event.

Where: Osler Brook Golf and Country Club

Date: Thursday, December 3rd, 2026

Time: 5 pm to 11 pm

Cost: $88 per person, register online starting in October

Pay for your drinks at the bar

Meal choices:

First Course: Choice of Thai Coconut Curry Soup or Salad (mixed greens, roasted butternut squash, roasted beets, pecans and goat cheese with a citrus vinaigrette)

Main Course: Choice of roasted turkey with gravy, stuffing, garlic mashed potatoes and maple glazed root vegetables; or Salmon with creamy leek white wine sauce, rice, green beans; or Vegetarian stuffed Acorn Squash with quinoa, cranberry, goat cheese and pumpkin seeds.

Dessert: Family Style Squares or a Gluten Free option

Organized by Janice, Linda and Colleen

Holiday Centerpiece Workshop (9 Dec 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Reservations only:

Join us on Wednesday, December 9th at 10 am for a hands on workshop where you will make and take home a holiday centerpiece for your table. Instruction and all materials will be provided including evergreens, accents and decorations. The cost will be approximately $60 depending on the number of registrants. There are between 15 to 20 spaces available.

At this time we are asking for reservations only so that we can determine if there is enough interest to run this workshop. Payment is not required at this time. By registering, you are indicating that you would be interested in attending. Reservations are available from Sept. 10 to 17th.

Organized by Linda G.

No Speaker - HAPPY HOLIDAYS! (15 Dec 2026)

Tue, 15 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Wish you and yours a Very Happy Holiday Season and Healthy New Year!