Activity Groups and Coordinators 2024-25
For more information or any questions regarding any activity, contact the Activity Group Chair act@hapc.ca
Please review the Activity Guidelines & Procedures at your convenience.
Book Club
Information updated Jan 16, 2025
-Meet Monthly 2nd Monday (except July and August)
-Our location depends on number of people attending (people need to confirm their attendance), from 1:00pm to 3:00pm (at the latest)
-The group agrees to what fiction book(s) to read the following month
-We try to choose genres that people might not normally read
-We choose older releases readily available at a library
-Members can choose to attend every month or now and then, based on their schedule and interest in the chosen book(s)
-25 members in this group
-Meet Monthly 2nd Monday (except July and August)
-Our location depends on number of people attending (people need to confirm their attendance), from 1:00pm to 3:00pm (at the latest)
-The group agrees to what fiction book(s) to read the following month
-We try to choose genres that people might not normally read
-We choose older releases readily available at a library
-Members can choose to attend every month or now and then, based on their schedule and interest in the chosen book(s)
-25 members in this group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Loretta Dunn and Lynda Taylor Basilij
Active
1:00pm
2nd Monday of every month.
Bridge
Information updated in November 2024
-Meet Weekly on Wednesdays from 1:00pm to approx. 3:00pm
-Meet at P & H Centre Hanover 269-7th Ave
-Casual no need to bring a partner
-Set-up games with whomever can attend that week
-Like to switch-up partners throughout the afternoon
-Weekly members will receive an e-mail reminder to determine who will be attending
-Need minimum of 4 players or game is cancelled
-Beginner Bridge is offered
-27 members in this group
-Meet Weekly on Wednesdays from 1:00pm to approx. 3:00pm
-Meet at P & H Centre Hanover 269-7th Ave
-Casual no need to bring a partner
-Set-up games with whomever can attend that week
-Like to switch-up partners throughout the afternoon
-Weekly members will receive an e-mail reminder to determine who will be attending
-Need minimum of 4 players or game is cancelled
-Beginner Bridge is offered
-27 members in this group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Bev Hambly
Active
1:00pm
Weekly every Wednesday.
Cross C Ski
-Information updated in Jan 2025
-Meet weekly on Thursday from January thru March (snow conditions permitting)
-Cross country skiing will be on groomed or packed trails (Example-Bruce County Rail Trail (no charge access) -Eden Grove to Walkerton-groomed by local snowmobile club)
-Potential to go to similar locations as snow shoeing group to allow for meal/social gathering
-Coordinator very interested to hear from members who know about good groomed trails in the area that are not members only facilities (example pay-for-use rather that pay-for-season)
-Dates and time to be determined based on level of interest and the current snow and trail conditions
-E-mail will be sent out providing date, time and location of event etc. and request confirmation from members participating
-11 members in this group
-Meet weekly on Thursday from January thru March (snow conditions permitting)
-Cross country skiing will be on groomed or packed trails (Example-Bruce County Rail Trail (no charge access) -Eden Grove to Walkerton-groomed by local snowmobile club)
-Potential to go to similar locations as snow shoeing group to allow for meal/social gathering
-Coordinator very interested to hear from members who know about good groomed trails in the area that are not members only facilities (example pay-for-use rather that pay-for-season)
-Dates and time to be determined based on level of interest and the current snow and trail conditions
-E-mail will be sent out providing date, time and location of event etc. and request confirmation from members participating
-11 members in this group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Terry Koehler
Seasonal
10:00am
Weekly every Thursday.
Cycling
Information updated in November 2024
-Meet Bi-Weekly every 2nd and 4th Thursday (May to Oct) at 1:00pm or rain date following week
-Ride length 10-15 km range; Approx. 1 1/2 - 2 hours cycling (not including water and snack breaks)
-Will endeavour to plan rides for all different skill levels and interest levels
-Generally cycle Bruce and Grey County smooth trails and road sections with low traffic
-E-bikes are welcome
-e-mails sent to members with details in advance to determine number of participants
-17 members in this group
-Meet Bi-Weekly every 2nd and 4th Thursday (May to Oct) at 1:00pm or rain date following week
-Ride length 10-15 km range; Approx. 1 1/2 - 2 hours cycling (not including water and snack breaks)
-Will endeavour to plan rides for all different skill levels and interest levels
-Generally cycle Bruce and Grey County smooth trails and road sections with low traffic
-E-bikes are welcome
-e-mails sent to members with details in advance to determine number of participants
-17 members in this group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Terry Koehler
Seasonal
1:00pm
Biweekly second and fourth Thursday of the month.
Dinner Club
Information updated in November 2024
-Meet 3rd Thursday each month (excluding July and Aug) In December with date pending we try to have hors d'oeuvres only
-Location: Member's home according to schedule
-Time-approx. 5:30pm until everyone leaves
-Number of members who join determines the number of Host Homes (If 18 members interested then 3 Host Homes with 6 people)
-Karen provides the schedule
-The Host provides the Menu and prepares the Main Entree
-Menu can be based on a season, a country or a holiday (St. Patrick's Day).
-Members pick an item from the menu, make and bring to the dinner (appetizer, soup, vegetable or dessert)
-Members bring what they like to drink before and with dinner
-14 members in this group
-Meet 3rd Thursday each month (excluding July and Aug) In December with date pending we try to have hors d'oeuvres only
-Location: Member's home according to schedule
-Time-approx. 5:30pm until everyone leaves
-Number of members who join determines the number of Host Homes (If 18 members interested then 3 Host Homes with 6 people)
-Karen provides the schedule
-The Host provides the Menu and prepares the Main Entree
-Menu can be based on a season, a country or a holiday (St. Patrick's Day).
-Members pick an item from the menu, make and bring to the dinner (appetizer, soup, vegetable or dessert)
-Members bring what they like to drink before and with dinner
-14 members in this group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Karen Farrow
Active
5:30pm
3rd Thursday of every month.
Eat for Health
Information updated in December 2024 -Meet Bi-Monthly (Feb, Apr, June, Aug, Oct, Dec) on 3rd Tuesday (dates and locations are subject to change based on event) -Time is generally 11:00am to approx. 2:00pm -Objective: enable interactive exploration and discussions of what healthy eating means for you -Goal: to have fun in a comfortable setting while sharing and learning from each other about various options for healthy eating -Members will share experiences around such topics such as: intermittent fasting, food sensitivities, digestion, allergies, clean non-processed fats and oils, protein requirements, vegetarian, inflammation or any topic of interest -Members will participate in meal prep, educational events and discussion of their personal healthy eating journey -Members will receive an e-mail with meeting details several weeks prior to the meeting - 22 members in the group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Kathy Greensides and Robin Hill
Active
11:00am
3rd Tuesday of every second month.
Film Club
Information updated in December 2024
-Meet monthly on 3rd Thursday Via Zoom at 10:00am (Except June, July, August, December)
-Hosted by various members
-Netflix required
-Members view interesting films on Netflix that promote lively and interesting discussions
-Detail of the films are discussed and comments shared with members participating via zoom meeting
-17 members in this group
-Meet monthly on 3rd Thursday Via Zoom at 10:00am (Except June, July, August, December)
-Hosted by various members
-Netflix required
-Members view interesting films on Netflix that promote lively and interesting discussions
-Detail of the films are discussed and comments shared with members participating via zoom meeting
-17 members in this group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Pat Butler
Active
10:00am
3rd Thursday of every month.
Golf
Information updated in November 2024
-Meet weekly Tuesdays at 10:00am May thru September (as long as weather permits)
-Select various golf courses in the area each week (suggestions from members are welcome)
-Members don't have to be a good golfer as long as you enjoy people and the golf game
-When golf reservation confirmed e-mail is sent to members with different green fees, for 9 or 18 holes, walking or cart rental
-E-mail sent to everyone with a spreadsheet showing tee off times and names of players
-Try to mix players so same players not always playing together
-Players often gather in the club house after the game
-54 members in the group
-Meet weekly Tuesdays at 10:00am May thru September (as long as weather permits)
-Select various golf courses in the area each week (suggestions from members are welcome)
-Members don't have to be a good golfer as long as you enjoy people and the golf game
-When golf reservation confirmed e-mail is sent to members with different green fees, for 9 or 18 holes, walking or cart rental
-E-mail sent to everyone with a spreadsheet showing tee off times and names of players
-Try to mix players so same players not always playing together
-Players often gather in the club house after the game
-54 members in the group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Ulli Kaempfe
Seasonal
10:00am
Weekly every Tuesday.
Hiking
-Information updated in November 2024
-Meet Weekly Thursdays at 10:00am (April to October as weather permits)
-Last hike was on Thursday November 28, 2024 in Mildmay Carrick Managed Forest with 7 members attending
-Hikes are generally within Grey and Bruce Counties
-Easy to moderate challenging trails normally range from 1 1/2 -2 hours
-E-mail sent weekly providing details of planned hikes requesting members respond if participating
-Car pooling is encouraged
-Hikes have included: Sulphur Springs, Schmidt Lake, Brant Tact Trails, Kinghurst Forest Nature Reserve, Kolapore Wilderness Trails, Pretty River, Old Baldy, Hoggs Falls and many more
-87 members in the group
-Meet Weekly Thursdays at 10:00am (April to October as weather permits)
-Last hike was on Thursday November 28, 2024 in Mildmay Carrick Managed Forest with 7 members attending
-Hikes are generally within Grey and Bruce Counties
-Easy to moderate challenging trails normally range from 1 1/2 -2 hours
-E-mail sent weekly providing details of planned hikes requesting members respond if participating
-Car pooling is encouraged
-Hikes have included: Sulphur Springs, Schmidt Lake, Brant Tact Trails, Kinghurst Forest Nature Reserve, Kolapore Wilderness Trails, Pretty River, Old Baldy, Hoggs Falls and many more
-87 members in the group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Vern Freer
Seasonal
10:00am
Weekly every Thursday.
Kayaking
-Information updated in November 2024
-Paul Scott introduced kayaking activity and volunteered to be the coordinator
-18 members signed up at the Meet & Greet Event at Oct 2024 monthly probus meeting
-Information shown below is subject to change when Paul communicates in spring with the members
-Plan is to start in May or June thru to September 2025 dependent on weather
-Meet weekly, consensus amongst group will dictate day of week
-Start time flexible usually between 11:00am and 1:00pm subject to group input
-kayaking activity will provide people with opportunities to network and coordinate as to day, time, place and transportation, in much the same way golf and hiking work. It is hoped that participants will share new and interesting locations for everyone to enjoy
-Paul Scott introduced kayaking activity and volunteered to be the coordinator
-18 members signed up at the Meet & Greet Event at Oct 2024 monthly probus meeting
-Information shown below is subject to change when Paul communicates in spring with the members
-Plan is to start in May or June thru to September 2025 dependent on weather
-Meet weekly, consensus amongst group will dictate day of week
-Start time flexible usually between 11:00am and 1:00pm subject to group input
-kayaking activity will provide people with opportunities to network and coordinate as to day, time, place and transportation, in much the same way golf and hiking work. It is hoped that participants will share new and interesting locations for everyone to enjoy
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Paul Scott
Seasonal
11:00am
Weekly every Monday.
Knit/Crochet
Information updated in December 2024
-Meet bi-weekly (2nd and 4th Mondays of each month)
-Time-1:30 to approx. 3:30pm
-Social group that enjoys getting together to knit and crochet
- We try to help and encourage newbies
- Sometimes do the same project such as scarves and socks
- Share our patterns, wool, needles and hooks were needed and wanted
- Occasionally plan a day road trip/lunch to visit a yarn/wool shop
- E-mail reminder sent out approx. 2 weeks before meeting requests reply to the hostess
-17 members in group
-Meet bi-weekly (2nd and 4th Mondays of each month)
-Time-1:30 to approx. 3:30pm
-Social group that enjoys getting together to knit and crochet
- We try to help and encourage newbies
- Sometimes do the same project such as scarves and socks
- Share our patterns, wool, needles and hooks were needed and wanted
- Occasionally plan a day road trip/lunch to visit a yarn/wool shop
- E-mail reminder sent out approx. 2 weeks before meeting requests reply to the hostess
-17 members in group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Nina McTeer
Active
1:30pm
Biweekly second and fourth Monday of the month.
Pole Walk
-Information updated in November 2024
- Meet weekly on Fridays at 10:00am -(May to October as weather conditions permit)
- Local trails in Hanover and Walkerton
- Easy to moderate pace for member to enjoy at their own speed
- E-mails sent to members weekly providing the trail meeting place. Reply's that you are participating that week are appreciated.
- Always open to suggestions from the group
-20 members in the group
- Meet weekly on Fridays at 10:00am -(May to October as weather conditions permit)
- Local trails in Hanover and Walkerton
- Easy to moderate pace for member to enjoy at their own speed
- E-mails sent to members weekly providing the trail meeting place. Reply's that you are participating that week are appreciated.
- Always open to suggestions from the group
-20 members in the group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Joan Ferguson
Seasonal
10:00am
Weekly every Friday.
Pot Luck
Information updated in November 2024
- Meet Bi-Monthly (Jan, Mar, May, Sep, Nov) on 3rd Monday at 12 noon to approx. 1:15pm
- Location Hope Church at 373 18th Ave in Hanover
- To share good food and socialize
- Usually have a food theme for each person to prepare and bring
- Recipes may be shared
- Bring our own dishes and utensils
- We donate $3.00 each towards an honorarium for the use of the facility
-38 members in this group
- Meet Bi-Monthly (Jan, Mar, May, Sep, Nov) on 3rd Monday at 12 noon to approx. 1:15pm
- Location Hope Church at 373 18th Ave in Hanover
- To share good food and socialize
- Usually have a food theme for each person to prepare and bring
- Recipes may be shared
- Bring our own dishes and utensils
- We donate $3.00 each towards an honorarium for the use of the facility
-38 members in this group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Marybelle Schumacher
Active
12:00pm
3rd Monday of every second month.
Scotch Tasting
-Information updated in November 2024
-Next Event being planned is Irish Whisky Tasting on March 17, 2025-details to follow in early 2025
-Various events planned throughout the year
-Location at Hanover Masonic Lodge from 2:00 to 4:00pm
-Members are offered a sample of 3 different scotches accompanied with unique food pairings
-Each sample chosen for their unique taste and character accompanied by a description that will enhance the tasting experience
-Members experience the differences water, location and maturation can bring to a scotch distillate
-Sessions often include informed commentary by a professional taster that includes history of distilling, methods and what we should experience
-31 members in this group
-Next Event being planned is Irish Whisky Tasting on March 17, 2025-details to follow in early 2025
-Various events planned throughout the year
-Location at Hanover Masonic Lodge from 2:00 to 4:00pm
-Members are offered a sample of 3 different scotches accompanied with unique food pairings
-Each sample chosen for their unique taste and character accompanied by a description that will enhance the tasting experience
-Members experience the differences water, location and maturation can bring to a scotch distillate
-Sessions often include informed commentary by a professional taster that includes history of distilling, methods and what we should experience
-31 members in this group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Bob Farrow and Garry MacGregor
Active
Scrabble
-Information updated in November 2024
-Meet Bi-weekly 1st and 3rd Thursday (except July and August) from 1:30pm to 4:00pm
-Members volunteer to host a game in their home
-Usually play two games
- Noncompetitive, relaxed atmosphere; It’s a time for connection and fun
- E-mail sent a week before to remind members and request response if participating
- Refreshments provided by host member
- 9 members in the group
-Meet Bi-weekly 1st and 3rd Thursday (except July and August) from 1:30pm to 4:00pm
-Members volunteer to host a game in their home
-Usually play two games
- Noncompetitive, relaxed atmosphere; It’s a time for connection and fun
- E-mail sent a week before to remind members and request response if participating
- Refreshments provided by host member
- 9 members in the group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Ruth Linnen
Active
1:30pm
Biweekly first and third Thursday of the month.
Snowshoe
Information updated in Jan 2025
- Meet weekly on Thursdays at 10:00am for approximately 1 1/2 hours
- December thru March as good snow conditions exist on the local trails
- Easy to moderate challenging trails for members to go at their own pace
- Distance between 3 to 5 kilometers depending on the challenge range on the trail
- Snow shoe trails have included: Allan Park Conservation Area, Kinghurst Forest Nature Reserve and Forest, Sulphur Springs
Conservation Area, Durham Conservation Area, Hepworth Conservation Area (Sawmill Nordic Centre) and more
-E-mails sent to members weekly providing trail location/details and requesting members to respond to participate
- Always open to suggestions from the group
-38 members in this group
- Meet weekly on Thursdays at 10:00am for approximately 1 1/2 hours
- December thru March as good snow conditions exist on the local trails
- Easy to moderate challenging trails for members to go at their own pace
- Distance between 3 to 5 kilometers depending on the challenge range on the trail
- Snow shoe trails have included: Allan Park Conservation Area, Kinghurst Forest Nature Reserve and Forest, Sulphur Springs
Conservation Area, Durham Conservation Area, Hepworth Conservation Area (Sawmill Nordic Centre) and more
-E-mails sent to members weekly providing trail location/details and requesting members to respond to participate
- Always open to suggestions from the group
-38 members in this group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Vern Freer
Seasonal
10:00am
Weekly every Thursday.
Theatre Mtg
-Information updated in Jan 2025
-Joint Theatre/Travel groups meet bi-monthly on 3rd Wed (Jan, Mar, May, Sept, Nov-NOT JULY OR AUG)
-Location-Red House Eatery Restaurant, 274-10th Street Hanover, ON
-Arrive by 10:45am-order lunch on arrival
-Meeting Time- 11:00am-12 noon
-Lunch-Served at 12 noon
-Research amateur and professional theatre show options and present to members to determine the most popular shows
-At meetings members are updated on status of shows and tickets
-theatre confirmed show dates will be shown on the Hanover and area probus club website calendar
-Group tickets are purchased for specific popular matinee shows
-Lunch is arranged for the group of members at restaurants near each theatre
-Car pooling is encouraged
-Payment for tickets by e-transfer to treas@hapc.ca, or paid by cash or cheque at a designated meetings
- An e-mail is sent to all “Theatre Group Members” providing show options details, lunch details, ticket payment procedures, and asking members to confirm which shows tickets they want.
-over 124 members in this group
-Joint Theatre/Travel groups meet bi-monthly on 3rd Wed (Jan, Mar, May, Sept, Nov-NOT JULY OR AUG)
-Location-Red House Eatery Restaurant, 274-10th Street Hanover, ON
-Arrive by 10:45am-order lunch on arrival
-Meeting Time- 11:00am-12 noon
-Lunch-Served at 12 noon
-Research amateur and professional theatre show options and present to members to determine the most popular shows
-At meetings members are updated on status of shows and tickets
-theatre confirmed show dates will be shown on the Hanover and area probus club website calendar
-Group tickets are purchased for specific popular matinee shows
-Lunch is arranged for the group of members at restaurants near each theatre
-Car pooling is encouraged
-Payment for tickets by e-transfer to treas@hapc.ca, or paid by cash or cheque at a designated meetings
- An e-mail is sent to all “Theatre Group Members” providing show options details, lunch details, ticket payment procedures, and asking members to confirm which shows tickets they want.
-over 124 members in this group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
Peter Dalton and Tracey Neuman
Active
11:00am
3rd Wednesday of every second month.
Travel Mtg
-Information updated in January 2025
-Joint Travel and Theatre groups meet bi-monthly on 3rd Wed (Jan, Mar, May Sept, Nov-NOT JULY OR AUG)
-Location: Red House Eatery Restaurant, 274-10th St., Hanover, ON
-Arrive by 10:45am -on arrival order lunch
-Meeting : 11:00am-12noon
- Lunch served at 12 noon
-Committee plan/organize various travel opportunities with Travel Advisors from Direct Travel Hanover and Great Canadian
Holidays Cambridge (Coach)
- Travel Advisors provide specific travel guidance, suggestions and recommendations for our group
- Trips to Date: Ireland (2017) Portugal/Madeira (2018) Italy (2019) Britain (2020-Cancelled-Covid)
Newfoundland/Labrador (2022) Washington, DC (2023) Grand River Cruise (2023) Nashville Tenn.(2023)
Tastes of Toronto (2023) National Parks of Croatia and Island Cruise and Dubrovnik (2024) Cape Cod & Nantucket (2024)
-2025 TRIPS-"The Best of Ireland" May 13-17th (15 days); "Canyon Country" Sept 24 to Oct 1 (8 days)
- Members have participated in travel surveys to determine popular trip options
- E-mail sent to members 2 weeks prior to meeting to advise information to be presented and discussed. Members must confirm if attending and if staying for lunch
-over 128 members in the group
-Joint Travel and Theatre groups meet bi-monthly on 3rd Wed (Jan, Mar, May Sept, Nov-NOT JULY OR AUG)
-Location: Red House Eatery Restaurant, 274-10th St., Hanover, ON
-Arrive by 10:45am -on arrival order lunch
-Meeting : 11:00am-12noon
- Lunch served at 12 noon
-Committee plan/organize various travel opportunities with Travel Advisors from Direct Travel Hanover and Great Canadian
Holidays Cambridge (Coach)
- Travel Advisors provide specific travel guidance, suggestions and recommendations for our group
- Trips to Date: Ireland (2017) Portugal/Madeira (2018) Italy (2019) Britain (2020-Cancelled-Covid)
Newfoundland/Labrador (2022) Washington, DC (2023) Grand River Cruise (2023) Nashville Tenn.(2023)
Tastes of Toronto (2023) National Parks of Croatia and Island Cruise and Dubrovnik (2024) Cape Cod & Nantucket (2024)
-2025 TRIPS-"The Best of Ireland" May 13-17th (15 days); "Canyon Country" Sept 24 to Oct 1 (8 days)
- Members have participated in travel surveys to determine popular trip options
- E-mail sent to members 2 weeks prior to meeting to advise information to be presented and discussed. Members must confirm if attending and if staying for lunch
-over 128 members in the group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
D Mather, P Dalton, J Roseborough, M Elliot-Niesen
Active
11:00am
3rd Wednesday of every second month.
Wine Taste
Information updated in Jan 2025 -
4-6 events each year, held 1:00pm to approx. 3:00pm or occasionally late morning (brunch) -
Comfort Foods (3 wines paired with foods) -Mon. Feb 24th-1:00pm at Hanover Curling Club
Austrian Wines-Thurs. April 24th - 1:00pm Hanover Curling Club
Committee members determine the date(s), time, themes and locations throughout the year -The presenters: a member of wine group, wine supplier (an importer or local winery) or wine aficionado -To enhance tasting experience food appetizers are paired with the wines. Member volunteers are need to make the appetizers -Volunteers needed at each tasting event to assist in serving wines and appetizers to members at each table -An e-mail is sent out the group with all details of the event and requirement to confirm attendance and provide payment. -117 members in this group
Co-ordinator(s)
Status
Time
Day
F. Agnew, D. Hobler, H. Peppler, M. Bruschke
Active