Steve Campbell, author & publisher “We launched County Magazine in 1976 …” and still going strong! Come out and hear all about the stuff you have probably missed in The County.
Archives: Events
May Probus meeting (ZOOM presentation)
Donna Mcdonald and Linda Bond – two of the authors of the new book “Storied”, will share their writing journey and perhaps inspire you to write your memoir!
Zoom Meeting ID number and password will be sent shortly before the session begins.
If you are unfamiliar with ZOOM™ video conferencing, refer to Wendy Chapman’s detailed information in the April newsletter here, and check pages 6 and 7.
April Probus meeting (ZOOM presentation)
Greg Sorbara’s back!
Greg was PEC Probus’ first speaker almost four years ago!
The Royal is back! Greg will talk about his project on Main Street.
Zoom Meeting ID number and password will be sent shortly before the session begins.
If you are unfamiliar with ZOOM™ video conferencing, refer to Wendy Chapman’s detailed information in the newsletter.
January Probus meeting (ZOOM presentation)
My Life in Ghana with Peta Hall
Prince Edward County artist Peta Hall has worked in both Kpando and Atorkor, Ghana. In Kpando she established a women’s cooperative, Dzidefo, (meaning “there is hope” in Ewe.) The 10 women make beautiful colourful toddlers clothing, and home accessories using 100% Ghanaian cotton that is batik printed by Claudia in the village
Zoom Meeting ID number and password will be sent shortly before the session begins.
If you are unfamiliar with ZOOM™ video conferencing, refer to Wendy Chapman’s detailed information in the April newsletter here, and check pages 6 and 7.
December Probus meeting (ZOOM presentation)
Trivia deep dive! Join the fun for the second annual Christmas Quiz.
The winner will receive a Nobel Prize Claxton Fruit Cake!
November Probus meeting (ZOOM presentation)
Speaker: Janet Comeau, Treasurer of the Marilyn Adams Genealogical Research Centre which is dedicated to collecting and preserving family histories – with a special focus on Prince Edward County and area.
Watch your email for the invitation to join this presentation.
October Probus meeting (ZOOM presentation)
John Clarke, is the Picton Unit Leader of the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary. John will share with us the work of the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary in the waters around Prince Edward County, including stories of some of the rescues he’s been involved with. This will be a fascinating and useful presentation.
The Annual General Meeting will follow the presentation.
Watch your email for the invitation to join this presentation.
September Probus meeting (ZOOM presentation)
211 Service
Tracey Legault-Davis – Manager of Information Services & Special Events Coordinator at Volunteer and Information Quinte – will present on the 211 service.
August Probus meeting (ZOOM presentation)
“Shattered Illusions: KGB Cold War Espionage in Canada”.
Presented by author Donald Mahar, retired CSIS Agent.
July Probus meeting (ZOOM presentation)
Brian Beilis and Anne Van Vlack will present on COVID-19 Impact and Response in Prince Edward County including highlights of their presentation to Council. That presentation is available in full from the County Foundation web site.