Upcoming Events
Beaumaris Probus has many Interest Group meetings, outings, functions and visits. The diary is very busy. We wish to minimise “clashes” between activities so that members have maximum choice. The Activities Planner is a working document to assist Interest Group leaders when scheduling an activity. Please note, more activities will be added, others might change. Always check with your Interest group leader.
Firm dates of Club events for the next 90 days appear in our newsletter and below in Upcoming Events
June
Mordialloc Theatre
Summer Of the Seventeenth Doll, by Ray Lawler
Opening Night -Friday 16th June
The most famous Australian play and one of the best loved, Summer of the Seventeenth Doll is a tragicomic story. A humorous, and poignant play. Ray Lawler’s much-loved tale of two Queensland cane cutters who for 16 years have worked up north in the brutal cane fields and travelled back to Melbourne to meet up for five months of partying and romance with their barmaid girlfriends.
Tickets have been reserved for a theatre evening at Mordialloc Theatre, 64 Parkers Road, Parkdale. Just $22.00. Please book early so we have some idea of numbers.
Visit to the NGV Winter Masterpieces Exhibition Thursday 22nd June
Pierre Bonnard is one the most loved painters of the 20th century, celebrated for his use of colour to convey an exquisite sense of emotion.
His close friend Henri Matisse declared that Bonnard was “a great painter, for today and definitely for the future”.
The exhibition features more than 100 works by Bonnard presented within a contemporary scenography by India Madavi.
Our visit will start with a 30minute illustrated talk by gallery guide covering the key themes of the exhibition after which we will enter the exhibition.
Meet at the north entrance of the St Kilda Road gallery (next to the Theatres building) at 10.20am for entry to the lecture theatre for the talk at 10,30am.
After viewing the exhibition, those wishing to have lunch will meet at 12noon in the first floor Tearoom, our usual venue for lunches at NGV.
The cost for the visit is $39.00 per person which covers the talk and exhibition entry please register now and pay no later than 12th June to meet the deadline for tickets purchase. When registering on-line, please advise if you will be staying for lunch. Queries – call Ken Beadle 0412 286617
Annual Candlelight Dinner - Tuesday 27th June
Victoria Golf Club - 6.30 for 7.00 pm
We always try to make our Candlelight Dinner special, and this year is no exception.
President Rod invites all members and partners to come to our special mid-year dinner. This year we return to Victoria Golf Club.
We have arranged a wonderful singer who will entertain us with gems by Edith Piaf, Cole Porter and other vintage classics of the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s. Jennifer Salisbury’s website describes her as “the enchanting songstress who weaves her smoky jazz vocals and lively swing stylings with class, glamour and sophistication. Featuring Mark Morand on guitar who has been described as a “truly authentic jazz guitarist”.
Arrive for drinks at 6.30pm followed by a two-course dinner. Wine beer and soft drinks included. Seating will be arranged. Dress code is jackets for men, ties optional. It will be a great evening at an excellent venue. The cost this year is $90.00 pp.
July
Pub Lunch - Thursday 27th July - 12.00 noon
Bridge Hotel- Mordialloc $35.00 + 1 Free Drink + Coffees.
Wives/Partners welcome
August
Trivia Night - Something new!
Tuesday 22nd August – 5.30 pm
If you are up to a lighthearted fun night and a bit of a friendly competitive banter, then don’t miss this Trivia night. We hope to have groups of up to 6 players. There is also a prize for members of the winning team. Cost $25pp which includes nibbles and pizza. The Bar will also be open. This is not a Masterclass session but an enjoyable night with a few laughs along the way. So start working on your team members and register!
Sandringham Bowls Club – Tulip Street – Plenty of parking!