Upcoming Activities

  • Annual Billiards Tournament

    • November 20, 2026
    • 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Chicago Billiards, Dundas and Hespeler Road

    Beginners welcome! This event is for all skill levels, we have them all! Win or lose, a fun event!

    This is a fun event to bring a friend with you as your guest, a great way to introduce them to our club!

    Come at 11:30 (doors open) and go directly to the billiards tables. Lunch is optional and can be ordered while playing billiards.

    No need to register for this event, just come. There is no cost from PROBUS, but you will pay at Chicago Billiards $12 per person for billiards and the cost of any food or beverages purchased.

    Any questions please contact Bob Crawford, racjr1050@gmail.com, 519-621-1902.

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  • PROBUS Christmas Gala: Lunch, Live Music & Holiday Cheer

    • December 04, 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
    • Portuguese Club, 870 Townline Rd, Cambridge, ON
    • 93
    • 72 registrants
    Register

    With our own Tom Dean as the Gala Moderator

    Join us for a festive Christmas Gala featuring a delicious lunch, live music and holiday cheer.

    Our Christmas Gala is one of the biggest highlights of the PROBUS year, a wonderful opportunity to come together with fellow members and friends to celebrate the holiday season.

    It's a special occasion to enjoy good food, great company and outstanding entertainment, while sharing the friendship and camaraderie that make our club so special.

    Our musical entertainment features award-winning pianist Nancy Walker and vocalist John Neudorf.

    Meet The Musicians at Our Christmas Gala

    Nancy Walker – Pianist

     Award-winning pianist and composer Nancy Walker has earned national recognition, including the Montréal Jazz Festival’s Grand Prix de Jazz, Keyboardist of the Year honours, and two JUNO nominations. She has performed and recorded with many leading artists, and her 2025 album Deeper Down, featuring eight original compositions, received a 2026 JUNO nomination.

    John Neudorf – Vocals

     Vocalist John Neudorf brings more than three decades of musical experience, blending jazz and blues with warm phrasing, inventive scat singing and an engaging stage presence. His latest album, Here’s To Life, features both original songs and distinctive interpretations, with several tracks receiving regular airplay on JazzFM. 
    Clark Johnston - Bass

     Bassist Clark Johnston has performed with many of Canada’s leading jazz artists, including Diana Panton, Mike Murley, Reg Schwager, Don Thompson, Peter Appleyard and the Shuffle Demons. An accomplished composer and recording artist, Clark holds a master’s degree in Music Composition and currently teaches at McMaster University and Hillfield Strathallan College.    		 Joel Haynes – Drums

     Burlington-born drummer Joel Haynes has performed at major jazz festivals throughout North America, Europe, Asia, South America, Australia and the Caribbean. A National Jazz Award nominee, he has appeared on more than 30 recordings and has worked with acclaimed artists including Seamus Blake, Russell Malone, David Braid and Denzel Sinclaire.

    Price: $65 per person

    Menu

    • Festive buffet meal with salads, main courses, desserts, coffee, tea
    • Cash bar available (cash only, no debit/credit cards)

    Registration & Policies

    • Up to 3 guests per member
    • Capacity: 165 seats
    • Registration deadline: November 26
    • Cancellation deadline: November 26
    • No refunds after November 26

      Transportation

      Need a ride to and from the Portuguese Club? We’re happy to arrange it. Contact Pat Ramcharitar at (519) 584-4764 or ramcharitap@gmail.com

      Registration Help

      Would you prefer to register by phone, or need to add/remove a guest? Contact Martin Pemberton at martinpemberton007@gmail.com

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    • Sleeman Distillery Tour & Lunch

      • January 21, 2027
      • 10:45 AM - 1:30 PM
      • Sleeman Distillery, A-43 Arthur Street South, Guelph
      • 25
      • Be the first
      Register


      At John Sleeman & Sons, spirits are shaped as much by intention as by technique.  Rooted in Guelph and inspired by generations of craftsmanship, Sleeman & Sons create spirits that balance tradition, innovation, and a genuine sense of place.

      The Probus Distillery Tour and Tasting adventure includes three samples of Springmill

      Distillery’s different spirits. The facility tour will take between 1hr and 1.5hrs depending on the tour guide, and how chatty our group is!

      Learn more about Sleeman's Distillery by clicking here!

      Read the Globe & Mail article by clicking here!

      The $50.00 cost of this event includes individualized sandwich lunch.

      Menu

      Choose one of the following sandwiches:

      • Ham & Swiss
      • Turkey & Bacon
      • Hungarian Salami
      • Montreal Smoked Meat
      • Chicken Schnitzel

      Registration & Policies

      • Up to 3 guests per member
      • Maximum 25 registrants
      • Registration deadline: January 13, 2027
      • Cancellation deadline: January 13, 2027
      • No refunds after January 13, 2027

      Registration Help

      Would you prefer to register by phone? Contact Martin Pemberton at martinpemberton007@gmail.com

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    • Toronto Blue Jays vs Baltimore Orioles

      • May 16, 2027
      • 10:30 AM
      • Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON
      • 24
      • 4 registrants

      Cost is $TBA for a game ticket and transportation by passenger motorcoach to and from the Cambridge Portuguese Club. A fun afternoon outing to watch the Toronto Blue Jays play the Baltimore Orioles.

      Arrangements:

      • 10:30 am - park at the Portuguese Club at 870 Townline Road, meet the motorcoach there
      • 11:00 am - motorcoach departs, drops us off right at Rogers Centre, lunch on your own at the stadium
      • 1:37 pm - game start time
      • right after the game ends, the motorcoach takes us home with an estimated Cambridge ETA around 6:00 PM, depending on the length of the game and traffic

      Registration Notes

      • Accessibility: There is a short walk from the bus to the ballpark from across the street and there are 10-15 steps down to reach your seats
      • Maximum of 3 guests per registered member
      • Wait list will be available once capacity is reached
      • No guaranteed refunds after April 16
      • Registration end date is April 16
      • Maximum number of reservations available is 28

      Assistance 

       Would you prefer to register by phone, or need to cancel or add/remove guests? Please contact Martin Pemberton at martinpemberton007@gmail.com

      If you would like a ride to and from the Portuguese Club, we will happily arrange that for you.

      If you have questions or would like to arrange for a ride, please contact event organizer Dan Clements at (519-212-8267) or dclements@apos.com

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    • "Details Coming Soon!!!" Mohawk Raceway with Buffet Dinner

      • June 01, 2027
      • 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM
      • 9430 Guelph Line, Campbellville, ON L0P 1B0
      • 40


      Date TBD, Time TBD

      Cost: $TBA/person

      Trackside buffet dinner PROBUS style. Set in a quaint country setting, Mohawk is a scenic and exciting place to enjoy a delicious meal with a view, while enjoying all the horse racing.

      The Days Schedule

      if you'd like to go early, walk around the casino and maybe gamble a bit, feel free to go to the casino at any time you wish.

      • 5:30 pm - be seated at a table in the dining room area reserved for PROBUS (elevator available)
      • 6:00 pm - buffet meal service begins, open until 9:00 pm
      • 6:30 pm - horse racing begins
      • hostess betting assistance
      • horse racing continues until 11 pm or later, feel free to leave whenever you wish

      Buffet Dinner

      • includes a variety of main course, salad and dessert choices, plus coffee or tea
      • alcoholic beverages are available at your own expense

      Registration Notes

      • Maximum of 3 guests per registered member
      • Maximum number of reservations available is 40
      • Wait list will be available once capacity is reached
      • Registration deadline June 5th
      • No cancellation refunds after June 5th

      Directions to Mohawk Raceway

      Take Highway 401 towards Toronto and get off at the Guelph Line exit, travel north half a mile to Mohawk Raceway. Travel time is about 30 minutes.

      Accessibility

      • 500 meter walk from parking lot to escalator
      • Possibly 3 or 4 steps down to your table

      Registration Notes

      • Maximum of 3 guests per registered member
      • No guaranteed refunds after June 5
      • Registration end date is June 5
      • Maximum number of reservations available is 40

      Would you prefer to register by phone, or need to cancel or add/remove guests? Please contact Martin Pemberton at martinpemberton007@gmail.com

      If you need a ride or have questions, the event organizer Pat Ramcharitar can be contacted at (519) 584-4764 or ramcharitap@gmail.com

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    • "Details Coming Soon!!!" Annual Golf Tournament

      • August 18, 2027
      • 1:00 PM - 7:30 PM
      • Puslinch Lake Golf Course, 6527 Ellis Road, Cambridge (on the east side of Hespeler)
      • 32


      Date To Be Determined

      $TBA for golf, cart and steak dinner
      $TBA for golf and cart only, no steak dinner
      $TBA for steak dinner only

      "COMING SOON"   Once the details are finalized, they will be published.       Stay Tuned for the specifics of this fun event!!!

      The best ball (scramble) format makes this a fun event for golfers of all skill levels. PROBUS members are welcome to bring guests. This is a good way to introduce a friend to the fellowship of PROBUS.

      The program is similar to past years: 18 holes of golf followed by a dinner and “awards” ceremony with prize exchange.

      • Post game meal will be a barbecued steak dinner with baked potato, Caesar salad, dinner rolls and butter  Coffee and Tea, with dessert.

      • Payment will be required in advance by July 30th to confirm your registration. This is necessary to enable planning the logistics of the event for everyone’s enjoyment.

      The price for green fees with one half cart rental and the dinner includes taxes and tip. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are extra.

      For those who would like to participate in the fellowship of the dinner only, the fee will be $TBA.

      To participate in the prize table, 'bring a prize and win a prize', just bring a prize with a minimum $25 value for the prize table. Then you are eligible to choose a prize with your team as scores are announced.

      Your group will Tee off from the 1st Tee. The first foursome at approximately 12:00-12:30 PM, and each foursome every 9 minutes thereafter. Your specific tee time and details of the day’s program will be advised prior to the event.

      Registration Notes

      • Maximum of 1 guest per registered member
      • Maximum number of reservations available is 32 (8 foursomes)
      • Wait list will be available once capacity is reached
      • Cut off date for cancellations is July 30th
      • No refunds after July 30th

      If you have questions or would like to arrange for a ride, Contact Martin Pemberton at 226-750-2513 or martinpemberton007@gmail.com.

      Would you prefer to register by phone, or need to cancel or add/remove guests? Please contact Martin Pemberton at martinpemberton007@gmail.com

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    • "Details Coming Soon!!!" Lighthouse Theatre - lunch on your own

      • September 01, 2027
      • 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM
      • 247 Main St. Port Dover Ontario
      • 48


      Date is TBD

      Cost: $TBA per person

      PLAY TO BE ANNOUNCED


      Schedule


      • 2:00 pm theater play starts at the Lighthouse Theater, 247 Main St., Port Dover, ON

      Lunch Options in Port Dover, (NOTE - lunch is not included)

      The Member must contact the restaurant of your choice, and make a reservation.  Some suggestions below;

      211 Main
      211 Main St., Port Dover
      Phone: 519-583-3251
      www.211mainportdover.com

      Erie Beach Hotel
      19 Walker St., Port Dover
      Phone:    Cove Room 519-583-1391
      Terrace Room (upstairs/takeout) 519-583-2161
      www.eriebeachhotel.com

      The Fisherman's Catch Bar
      18 Walker St., Port Dover
      Phone 519-583-1801

      The Beach House
      2 Walker St., Port Dover
      Phone 519-583-0880

      Registration Notes

      • Accessibility:
      • Maximum number of reservations available is 48
      • 3 guests allowed per member
      • Wait list will be available after registration capacity is reached
      • Registration deadline August 7
      • Cut off date for cancellations is August 7
      • No refunds after August 7

      Would you prefer to register by phone, or need to cancel or add/remove guests? Please contact Martin Pemberton at martinpemberton007@gmail.com

      If you have questions or would like to arrange for a ride, please contact Mike Titizian at (519) 635-1956 or email him at mike.titizian@gmail.com

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