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February 2016

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE It is now February and I am home after attempting to spruce up my golf game in the warmer climate of Florida. Now on to some serious business: SENIORS BEWARE! Tip-offs to Potential Rip-offs. Today we need to be particularly diligent on what and how we respond to messages on the internet, phone and callers at our front doors. Yes there are a lot of individuals and companies out there trying to relieve us of our $$$$. And these people are getting very sophisticated in their ways of communicating to us. Internet: 1. If it sounds too good to be true or the offer is free.......delete the message, go no further.

2. The messages from our friends that say "click here for my complete message" is false so delete, don't click for the message. 3. Banks, internet, shipping companies that want you to respond with personal information...delete, particularly if the response is to a suspicious or irrelevant email address. For example Rogers.com requesting some sort of update but the email address for your response is to gmail etc. 4. Hackers are everywhere so make sure you have malware (virus) protection, you turn off your computer at night or when you go away from your home, if only for a few hours. Make sure your router is password secured as you could be liable if someone can pick up and use your WiFi signal from outside your home and commit a crime using your internet signal.

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A few other tips that I found this week in the AMI Sun newspaper here in Florida: 1. If you must act now, the offer is probably too good to be true - make it a No. 2. Soliciting door to door - " just finished a job down the street" – No. 3. Discount as yours is a "demonstration home" - No 4. Pay everything up-front for a discount – No. 5. No physical address for store/office/shop – No. We must always be aware of how we respond to requests (including friends and businesses) as there is not much we can do about these hackers and rogues out there. If anyone has had a particular problem, share it with your friends. Please add any comments or further suggestions to myself or the Applecore.

See you all at the February meeting,

Cheers John Mark

SPEAKER FOR JANUARY WAS SHELLEY WHITE

Shelley White is a dynamic speaker who enlightened us to the Peel Region Investment Strategy of the United Way. She is the President and CEO of the Peel Region. White holds a Masters of Leadership Studies degree from the University of Guelph. Shelley has over 30 years of experience in the non-profit sector. She is a social change champion and committed to building individual and community resilience. She is an active

We’re looking for New Members! There were no new members introduced at our November meeting and our Wait List is empty. As our membership is high this is not a problem, however, now is a good time to bring in some new blood. If you have a friend or neighbor who would enjoy the fellowship and camaraderie of PROBUS, who would participate in our activities, and might even consider helping organize some of them, tell them what we are about and bring them along to a meeting. Our doors are open and we are looking for new members. Tony Hart Membership Co-ordinator


leader in the Peel community as Co-Chair of the Peel Newcomer Strategy Group Shelley explained the United Way focuses on three important areas to create lasting change in the community: (1) helping those who have low incomes or are homeless; (2) helping youth of all ages achieve their potential and; (3) building positive environments to create caring and safe neighbourhoods for all. With this strategy in mind Shelley outlined the life story of Lilly who helped form the after school club program that transformed her life. Added to this Shelley also gave us an insight into the life of Wally Shaw who transformed his life as a well-known musician and has challenged other youth to avoid bullying in schools. Shelley White also outlined that last year United Way Peel raised $13.1 million,

exceeding its goal of $12.8 million in donations. This year’s goal is to raise $13.3 million. White also made clear the United Way of Peel Region Investment Strategy goal. (a) From “poverty to possibility” by supporting people to get back on their feet; (b) That “all kids can be” by providing them with a good start so that they can succeed when they start school; (c) “Strong Communities” by improved safety for victims of violence and abuse. Her passion for community building and volunteerism has earned White both the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal and the Leading Women Building Communities Award. Shelley White was introduced by Lloyd Posno and thanked by John Graham William Goedvolk

SPEAKERS CORNER FEBRUARY 11 - Peter Goodspeed, Fellow at McLaughlin College, York University An award winning newspaper reporter who served as Bureau Chief and foreign correspondent in Washington, Johannesburg and Hong Kong. Peter Goodspeed has reported from hundreds of different countries while covering 22 different conflicts. He is heavily involved with "Lifeline Syria" and will bring his professional insight and experience to bear on the current Syrian conflict.

MARCH 10 - Dr. Michel Desjardins, Acting Dean of Arts, Wilfred Laurier University Wilfred Laurier University's Department of Religion and Culture has been Michel's academic home since 1993. His current areas of research are the role that food plays in people's spiritual lives, and university programs that foster learning by sending students abroad. Michel will be speaking about religious food events throughout the world from feeding gods and spirits to animal sacrifice


George Renfrew’s BIO

George joined PROBUS just over a year ago, having been sponsored by Blair Munshaw. He was born September 3rd, 1926 in Toronto. George attended John Ross Robertson Public School in North Toronto where he was voted best athlete at age 9, and still has the medal to prove it. He graduated to Lawrence Park Collegiate where he was the school’s quarterback for the football team. While he was at Lawrence Park Collegiate, George met a cheerleader at North Toronto Collegiate, Helen Pilkey, to whom he later married. They were happily married for 63 years. From there he went to De La Salle Oaklands on a hockey scholarship with three other boys, including his brother.

After De La Salle, George spent a year in Perth, Scotland playing hockey. He and about 70 others got together and formed a hockey league. George’s team won the Canada Cup.

Returning to Canada George joined the Toronto telegram for a couple of years before moving along to Canadian Fairbanks Morse Co. Ltd. From there he went to Lundy Fence Co. Ltd. for 35 years. He began with Lundy Fence as Sales Representative for Southwestern Ontario living. He spent 15 years with them in London, Ontario. He moved back to Toronto as their Sales Manager in 1969 and in 1980 became Vice-President of Marketing. Helen and George had a daughter and two sons. His daughter, Melody Harding, the eldest, is currently the Assistant to the Director of Human Resources at the Peel District School Board. Tim passed away in his 50th year. Cliff, the youngest son, is an Engineer with Chubb Edwards in Owen Sound. He has also been blessed with three grandchildren Sarah, Spencer and Leanne .George is enjoying PROBUS and plays mixed bridge and dines with the supper clubs.

Tony Hart

Commemoration of Dick Al Maclean spoke at our January meeting about his friendship with Dick Chataway and how he will be missed.


New Hockey Pool Don Hendry announced at the January meeting he will start up a Hockey Pool for interested members

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Valentines Lunch at GLENERIN INN On Friday, February 12 join the 5th annual Valentines celebration, this time at the great Glenerin Inn. We have reserved the spacious Credit Valley room and we will get underway at 11:30 a.m. with cocktails & friendship. A full course meal with a varied menu will be available at 12:35 p.m. If you have not been there before, this is your chance to experience one of the gems in our City. It is easy to get to on the Collegeway just off Mississauga Road. The price per couple is $90.00 which includes gratuity and taxes. Alcoholic beverages will be extra. Main entree choices are: Striploin of beef; Atlantic salmon; Wild Mushroom Risotto. We need to confirm numbers by Monday, February 8 latest! For those who have already committed, please make your payment at the February meeting. Any questions, contact Kent Newell at [email protected]

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STRATFORD TOUR – 2016

STRATFORD FESTIVAL PRESENTS:

A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC At the Avon Theatre

WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 2016

JUST $148.00 per Person

DEPART: 10:00 a.m. Carmen Corbasson Community Centre 1399 Cawthra Rd., Mississauga

We’ll take a pleasant drive to Stratford where you will have time to shop and have lunch on your own before the performance of ‘A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC’.

On a magical midsummer night, lovers old and new are swept up in a

dizzying whirl of romance. “Send in the Clowns” is just one irresistible

highlight of this ravishingly beautiful musical. Stephen Sondheim’s 19th

century ‘tour de force’ whisks you away to a weekend in the country. After the show, we will take a short drive to Ingersoll where you can enjoy a delicious

buffet dinner at the ELM HURST INN – in a unique and historic country setting.

RETURN: 8:45 p.m.

Commit along with the 12 couples who have already signed up at the

monthly meeting on February 11.

Please make your cheques payable to Applewood Probus.


Past Events SteelHeads Hockey – Game Report

On Friday, January 22, there were 15 Probians/friends who enjoyed the

Steelheads OHL team versus the Niagara Ice Dogs at the Hershey Centre. It was a great game for the home team as they won with a score of 5-0 partly due to outstanding play by their goalie. What made the game special was finding out during the game that Rod McLeod has 2 grandsons on the team – Michael and Ryan. Michael is the first line center and scored an exciting short-handed goal in the second period. He is also one of the top rated junior players to be drafted this summer by the NHL.

Kent Newell

Punta Gorda Applewood Supper Club The Dodds, the Marks and the Reids enjoying a lunch in downtown Punta Gorda on a sunny but cool day, celebrating Applewood Probus dinner group get togethers missed back home in January.

JR Mark

Punta Gorda Applewood Fishing Club The Punta Gorda Applewood Probus fishing club had a cool but sunny day out fishing off the shores of Punta Gorda on Tuesday, January 19th. John Mark, Chris Dodd and Joe Reid celebrated John's catch of the day. Chris & Joe unfortunately had no luck!

John Mark


Club Activities

The Walkers Jan 7/16. There were 19 walkers for our 6km walk along Little Etobicoke Creek. It was a beautiful, sunny -2C morning. Most went to Wacky Wings for lunch.

Jan 21/16. There were 11 who walked 6 km up Chinguacousy Trail from the park. It was mostly cloudy and -4C. Most had lunch at Bramalea City Centre in the food court. Our next walk is Feb 4.


Supper Club B & C Joint Gathering Brenda and Garry Smith were hosts when Supper Clubs B and C joined together for an evening of fun and a delicious meal at the Chelsea Restaurant. As usual Alan was a welcoming and entertaining host.

Jack

Supper Club D

On Jan 26 we ate at the Iron Chef Restaurant Tappenaki table and we enjoyed it tremendously The food was good quality and delicious. Gil and Frances were hosts and Alan and his wife Kathy were present. Fun was had by all.

Gil Clay


Supper Club E On Wednesday January 20, we went to the Pulcinella Ristorante- Pulcinella, the stage character, has been described as follows: “often carries around macaroni and a wooden spoon. His traditional temperament is to be mean, vicious, and crafty and his main mode of defence is to pretend to be too stupid to know what's going on.” Interestingly that is also my temperament, however, there was none of that evident at our recent visit to this traditional Italian restaurant. Our reception was welcoming, and the wait staff was friendly, efficient and attentive. The menu boasted a nice variety of pasta, carne, and pesce. The wine list was not terribly extensive but decent, with heavy emphasis on Italian varietals, of course. White wine drinkers had the rare opportunity to eschew the bland flabbiness of a Pinot Grigio for a Falanghina or Pecorina, but they just couldn’t take the leap. Applewood Probians Don Taylor, David Johnson, Paul Walters, Jim Bell and myself, David Litner, and our lovely wives, enjoyed an evening of fine fare, good conversation and Probus camaraderie. All items including: beef carpaccio, arugula salad, roasted parsnip soup, gnocchi, Branzano (sea bream), steak, lasagna, chicken, mussels, butternut squash ravioli, risotto, and lava cake were well prepared and well enjoyed. The one exception was the polenta appetizer which came fried and was just not what was expected. The pricing was fair for the quality of food and service. A great evening! We understand that they have live entertainment there once a week which could only enhance the enjoyment. The noise level of the place is a small deterrent to dinner conversation, but it is still a place we would recommend. David Litner

Supper Club I

Supper Club I had a full house at its dinner on January 28 – Denis Bailey and Carolyn, Michael Davies and Lee, George Renfrew and Gladys, Jim Hoyt and Dora, Victor Fornasier and Mary, Gord Rogers and Marion, as well as the evening’s hosts, Bob and Menna Weese. Our group was large enough to occupy two tables. The restaurant was “New Orleans” on Scarlett Road in Etobicoke, a popular neighbourhood eatery which was full of happy diners. The food was great and the atmosphere warm and comfortable, with soft New Orleans jazz playing in the background. Mike, our genial host, provided us all with a complimentary liqueur at the end of the meal “because we had cleaned up our plates.” It was wonderful to be transported for 3 hours from Toronto’s cold and snow to the American south!

Bob Weese


Supper Club J

Here we are! A lovely picture of Supper Club J enjoying a great meal and sharing many laughs and thoughts at Ristorante Aielli on January 21st. Picture taken by Ian McCreadie...Thankyou Ian Organized by Fran and Joyce. Joyce Reissner.

Wine Tasting Group 2

Group 3 met at the home of Paul Walters on Jan 13. In attendance were Claude Barras, Michael Davies, Doug Gilpin, Victor Fornasier, Reg Perkins, Neil Paget, Don Steen and Paul Walters. The tasting theme for the day was Cabernet Sauvignon red wine from different countries. We learned that European vines were introduced to Chile in the early 1500s from Spain. In the mid 1600’s more and better varieties were planted. Chile was an ideal place for growing Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. There are few pests. The 5 wine regions are in the middle section of the country and the Andes provide an unlimited supply of pure, clean water. The weather conditions are similar to the Mediterranean and perfect for the grapes. By the middle of the 19tth century, the wealthy landowners and mining barons built huge chateaus and hired French winemakers who planted mostly Cabernet Sauvignon. The Chilean wine industry took off. Today Chile is the 8th largest wine producing country in the world. Paul inserted an Argentinian Malbec to confuse the sharp minds of the tasters. True to their tested and experienced skills some tasters, knew it in a flash, some did not. What a group!! It ranked #5. The results of the tasting are as follows: CABERNET SAUVIGNON WINES

Rank Name Country Price LCBO #

1 Columbia Crest,Horse Heaven Hills USA $19.95 210047

2 Poggio Al Tufo Italy $17.95 2039272

3 Marques,Concha Y Tor Chile $21.95 337238

4 Torres Gran Coronas,Miguel Torres Spain $19.95 36483

5 Luigi Bosca Malbec ,Leonicio Arizu Argentina $17.95 79293

6 Philippe De Rothschild France $12.05 407551

Paul Walters


Wine Tasting Group 3 It was a great pleasure for Michael and Maureen to welcome our Wine Tasters to our new residence at 1300 Bloor St. on Jan 27. Present were:- Bryce Atkinson, John Bray, Victor Fornasier, Mike Preston, Don Steen, Bob Weese, Neil Paget and Reg Perkin. Since Maureen and I are visiting Spain in February at Torrequebada, west of Malaga, we thought it would be fitting to sample “SPANISH REDS”, cheese and our try at homemade TAPAS and TAPPENADES. With a wine map of Spain to show the particular growing areas, the wines chosen and rated by Our Ardent Group of Sommeliers in order of preference were: Spanish Wines

Rank Name Year Region of Spain Price

1 Borsao tres Picos Garnacha 2013 Campo da Borja $19.95

2 Casa Castillo El Molar 2013 Jumilla $17.95

3 Monasterio De Las Vinas Gran 2012 Carinena $16.95

4 Vina Hermiinia Excelsus 2012 Rioja $23.95

5 Castano Solanera Vinas Viejas 2013 Viejas $16.95

6 Palacio De Sada Crianza 2013 Crianza $16.95

I took the precaution of warning security that a group of men would be arriving with boxes under their arms, and allowed them free passage to our new abode .We had a great time and lots of good jokes and laughter. Thank you all for coming. Mike P.

Wine Tasting Group 4 We met at Bill Tourgis’ house on January 7th. Winter Holidays and illness took its toll, as we only had 5 tasters, however we had a very enjoyable afternoon. The Wines where split between 3 Pinot Noirs and 3 Malbecs, and we scored them individually. The Pinot Noir winner was Mono from Seresin Estates, New Zealand, $19.95. G Marquis Silver Line, a Magnotta Pinot from Niagara was runner up $19.95, and Nals Margreid, Northern Italy third. $19.95 The Malbecs where led by Kaiken from Argentina at $14.95. This is apparently a very popular LCBO Malbec. Second was Montes Alpha, Chile $19.95, and a close third is Crios Mendoza, Argentina. $14.95. Also two cheeses tied for best of the day, St Agur and an Australian Smoke Aged Cheddar. A final tasting of Seagram’s new Crown Royal Northern Harvest Rye seemed to be enjoyed by all. Bill Tourgis


Book Club Book Club Review - Dead Wake On January 6th, a record number of members attended the book club meeting to discuss the non-fiction novel "The Last Crossing of the Lusitania" by Erik Larson. Cunard's luxury ocean liner set sail from New York on May 1st, 1915, bound for Liverpool with Capt. William Thomas Turner at the helm. It was designed to battleship specifications and was able to maintain an average speed of 24.5 knots across the Atlantic. The Lusitania was declared to be the safest ship at sea. Larson excelled at setting the scene for the cast of people involved in the story. He paints a portrait of America at the Progressive Era, including President Woodrow Wilson. He describes Captain Turner as a dedicated mariner who took the safety of his passengers very seriously and his counterpart Kplt Walther Schweiger, Captain of U-20, as also taking his mission very seriously. Germany was determined to change the rules of engagement in WWI and the Captain of the U -20 was happy to oblige The author states that Winston Churchill, then First Lord of the Admiralty, and his secret spy group in Room 40 in London, failed to convey crucial naval intelligence that might have saved the Lusitania. Larson moves the story along at a very good pace making for a quick read. He was meticulous in his details. Some notable ones included the 1000 tons of coal per day required to propel the ship, the terrible living conditions on U-boats and the fact that the firing of a torpedo suddenly made the weight of a U-boat 3000 lbs lighter. Dead Wake switches between hunter and hunted allowing the reader to experience the crossing, and the disaster itself, as it unfolds. The group rated the book as an 8.0, a very enjoyable read. In February, the Book Club will be reviewing Bob Rae's book "What's Happened to Politics?" Please feel free to come and join the group. Gerry Descoteaux

50/50 Draw Congratulations to Max Judd for winning $80!


And congratulations to Stewart Shakespeare for winning the bottle of wine bonus draw!

Special Thanks to our photographers Claude Barras/Paul Moore Note Applewood PROBUS mailing address is:

Ron Kawchuk PH207 1271 Walden Circle Mississauga, ON L5J 4R4

For the most up-to-date news, click on

http://www.applewoodprobusclub.org.


MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE, 2014-2015

CONVENORS

Financial Overseers, 2015-16 – David Irwin and Garry Jenkins

President John Mark [email protected] 905-855-1104

Vice President Lloyd Posno [email protected] 905 403 8165

Past President Don Hendry [email protected] 905-822-3868

Secretary William Goedvolk [email protected] 905-848-3538

Treasurer Ron Kawchuk [email protected] 905-916-6417

Membership Co-ordinator

Tony Hart [email protected] 905-820-9257

Activities Co-ordinator John Bray [email protected] 905-822-2865

Events Co-ordinator Kent Newell [email protected] 905-279-0094

Speakers Co-ordinator Bob Buckner [email protected] 905-274-5231

Communications Gil Clay [email protected] 905-624-6317

Billiards Bill Jones [email protected] 905-276-9012

Book Club Marcus Miller [email protected]

905-278-0787

Bridge, Mixed Don Spence [email protected] 905-567-4371

Cycling Joe Reid [email protected] 905-278-1818

Emergency Preparedness

Bob Emerson [email protected] 905-949-6528

Golf Hugh Clelland [email protected] 905-625-7538

Investments tba

Low Stakes Poker

Cy Garland [email protected] 905-277-1706

Member’s Welfare

John Bedell [email protected] 905-270-8671

Pub Lunches Bernard temp. replaced by Bruce Calder

[email protected]

[email protected]

905-279-5602

905-823-5068

Supper Clubs John Allan [email protected] 905-279-3138

Walking Alf Chink [email protected] 905-279-0065

Wine Tasting Chris Dodd [email protected] 905-820-0543

Nominations Committee

Don Hendry [email protected] 905-822-3868

Beer Tasting David Litner [email protected] 289-997-6669

Web Master Marcus Miller [email protected]

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CALENDAR

Week Sun. Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat.

1 Low Stakes Poker

Wine Tasting Group 1 Golf

Book Club AM

Walking Group Wine Tasting Group 4

Exec. Meeting Billiards

2 Golf Supper Club “K” ” Wine Tasting Group 2

PROBUS Mtg. PCYC

3 Pub Lunch Golf Supper Club “C”

Supper Club “E” & “F

Walking Group Supper Club “J”

Billiards

4 Supper Clubs “B”, & “D” Golf

Wine Tasting Group 3 Supper Club “G” & “H”

Cut-off for Apple Core submissions Supper Clubs “I”, “K”, “L” Wine Tasting Group 5

Investment Group

5

NOTES: - PROBUS mixed bridge meets at irregular times during the month as determined by the

participants. - All dates subject to change as arranged by the individual group. - For more details contact the Activity Convenor

Upcoming Events and Activities Feb 12 - Valentine’s Lunch, Glenerin Inn May 25 - Stratford

Regular Monthly Activities

Please note that the deadline for articles/information to be included in the next Apple Core is the fourth Thursday

The email address for submissions is: [email protected].

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