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Editor’s comment: I thought this month’s quote should come from the wonderful Clive James who passed on, this day, 28th. November 2019 as I started writing our December Newsletter. Unapologetically Australian, he moved to the UK in 1961, mainly living in Cambridge and London. He embraced the ‘Swinging Sixties’ of London but, at the same time, opened our British eyes to Australian life beyond the normal vision. As he so eloquently said “ Actua!y, like the vast majority of Australians, I had been born and raised in a city, but in the British imagination at that time the whole of Australia was sti! in the outback, which was somehow equipped with a beach. Later on, this outback beach acquired an Opera House and a row of brick bungalows, one of them occupied by Kylie Minogue.” The World is a sadder place with his departure.

“Common sense and a sense of humour are the same thing, moving at different speeds. A sense of humour is just common sense dancing”. Clive James : 1939-2019.

What a great November meeting we had in The Macquarie Room! 76 Members attending, 10 visitors, 3 of whom joined on the day, membership now 111. And the two ladies, Michelle & Brenda from ‘Gifts of Grace’, did a fine job as guest speakers. Our Christmas Lunch has an attendance of 84. The 25th. Anniversary Lunch is almost a sell out at 65 Members. Looks like we all must be doing something right! Michelle & Brenda from Gift of Grace

In this Issue:

1. Editor’s comment. Guest Speakers photo. .

2. December Birthdays. Movie Review. Social event photos.

3. More Photos. Bank details etc.

4. Calendar of events. Guest Speakers. Expressions of interest. Welfare.

5. Movie Group. Ernie’s Lunches. Tribute to Anne & Ernie Johnson

6. Activity Groups. FaceBook. Contacts. Our sponsors.

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December Birthdays: Margaret Nielsen (1st) Rita Hockey (4th.) ! Shona Hackett (8th) Evelyn Martin (9th) Iris Kilminster (12th) Lorraine Phillips (22nd) Irene Moss (22nd) Ron Greenfield (23rd) Maria Go (23rd) Elaine Metcalfe (23rd) ! Christine Brenton (30th) ! Pamela Davids (31st)

Movie Group Review:

Last Christmas

I arrived at Glenbrook Cinema with my cynical soul on full display, ready to pooh, pooh this movie, already prejudged, just from the trailer. How wrong was I!Instead of the mawkishness I had expected, it was a delightful story with George Michael’s beautiful songs running through it. The humour was gentle at the start, just bringing a smile to my face, but by the time it arrived at the scene of the Christmas party auditions for the homeless shelter I had to remove my glasses to wipe away the tears of laughter, which was convenient as it disguised my tears of poignancy from a previous scene. I pride myself on being quite astute at guessing any twists in ‘who dunnits’, a lifetime of reading Stephen King books has honed this skill, but…..I swear that nobody in the cinema, including my self, saw the twist in “Last Christmas”. There was a pretty constant stream of racial harmony running through this movie and, if I have one minor criticism, it was of one scene on a bus that rather clumsily portrayed a racially motivated verbal attack, the scene was unnecessary. Otherwise 100% all round. I have not picked out one actor, as they were all first class, but especially Emma Thompson" Glen Davis

DisclaimerThis Newsletter is prepared in editorial format for the information of members. It is written with care and in good faith but does not necessarily reflect Probus policy nor does the

Editor accept responsibility for any action taken by any reader because of information contained within.

‘Ernie’s Lunch’ at Henry Sports Club, Werrington County. Photos : Barbara Davis.

Vice President, Ernie Campbell announcing the adoption of our updated Glenmore Park Probus

Club Constitution. Photo : Clarence Go

Lorraine & Violet at Penrith Library admiring their favourite photographs by our very own Brian Corlis.

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THE COWRA & YOUNG CHERRY FESTIVAL 3 DAY TRIP

Goat Island Refunds all should have been paid. A reschedule next year.……………………………………………………………………………………………THIS MONTH’S WELCOME VOLUNTEERS ARE EVELYN PORTER & ELAINE METCALFE We have 10 volunteers so far to help with Welcoming visitors, so need a few more please. See Barbara Davis, our Membership Officer for details.

……………………………………………………………………………………………PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT WHEN PAYING IN BY DIRECT DEBIT TO OUR WESTPAC BANK

ACCOUNT THAT YOU USE THE FULL AND CORRECT CODE WITH YOUR SURNAME. THIS IS ESSENTIAL FOR OUR TREASURER TO KNOW WHO IS PAYING FOR WHAT EVENT.

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………OUR BANK DETAILS FOR DIRECT DEBIT ARE:

WESTPAC BANK - BSB: 032278 - ACCOUNT NO: 313219…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

** PLEASE NOTE: The club cannot issue refunds other than in the case that the event is completely cancelled and all future events will require a non-returnable deposit or payment in full.

If you put your name down for an event, this will be taken as a commitment to pay.

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. BRING YOUR OWN MUG FOR COFFEE & TEA, HELP SAVE THE WORLD.……………………………………………………………………………………………

NEXT MONTH’S MEETING WILL BE AT PENRITH RSL CLUB 9:30am until 12:00 noon WEDNESDAY 15th. JANUARY.

Did you guess last

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with her future

husband, Max. The

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bike owner who was

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boy "iend! #

Brenda & Barbara, a couple of cherry pickers #Another fine bunch hanging about at Iandra Castle.

GUESS WHO?

CHRISTMAS PARTY AT WINBOURNE

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2019/20

December 16th.

10:30am. COFFEE MORNING @ PERCY PLUNKETT’S Percy Plunkett: 146 Station Street, Penrith 2750

2020January10th.

10:30am. COFFEE MORNING @ GILFILLIAN’S CAFE11 Morello Terrace, Caddens 2747

2020January 22nd.

12:00 noon

15TH. ANNIVERSARY LUNCH @ HENRY SPORTS CLUB. $25 144, Henry Lawson Avenue, Werrington County. Choice of 3 Lunches, Dessert, Tea or Coffee. Exclusive to us in The Function Room.Pay at the December meeting or DD code AL17+surname.

2020 February TBA

10:30am. COFFEE MORNING CHEZ ANN & PETER CLAY’SBring a plate. Coffee and tea supplied. See Barbara Davis, Membership Officer for address.

2020 March 18th.

10:00am. A.G.M. Election of Committee Members.Nominations must be in at our February General meeting.

2020 March/April

TBA See Pat Ryan

TWO WEEK TRIP TO JAPAN. Final payment due before 15th. Jan. 2020. Extra payment for accommodation in Singapore, due now.

2020 November 5-10

See Pat Ryan for full details

JACARANDA FESTIVAL - Coach trip. Approximate costs $1189 pp twin share, single supplement $340. Only 2 rooms remaining. 5 nights Hotel with breakfast & dinner + 2 lunches. Visit Bago, Wauchope, Jacaranda Festival, Grafton, Port Macquarie and more. Hotels - Water’s Edge @ Port Macquarie, Jacaranda Motor Lodge @ Grafton, Reign Inn @ Newcastle. $200 deposit due February or DD code JAC18+surname.

2020 November 1-9

See Connie Cogle for full details

9 DAY RIVER MURRAY TRIP - with Kangaroo Island aboard The Proud Mary. Limited cabins, $400 deposit required in January. Includes return airfares & transfers Sydney to Adelaide. 5 nights aboard The Proud Mary in an ensuite river view cabin. 1 night Adelaide Hotel. 2 nights Kangaroo Island. Plus tours and all meals. Prices from $4495 pp twin share, $5795 per single. See Connie Cogle for full details.

GUEST SPEAKERS

December Christmas quiz

Jan. 2020 Lisa - Proud Mary, River Murray Trip

Feb. 2020 Dr. Susan Connolly - East Timor

Mar. 2020 AGM - No Speaker

WELFARE

Wendy: Card to Pauline Simpson.

DisclaimerThis Newsletter is prepared in editorial format for the information of members. It is written with care and in good faith but does not necessarily reflect Probus policy nor does the

Editor accept responsibility for any action taken by any reader because of information contained within.

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST. NONE - THIS MONTH

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ERNIE’S LUNCHES - 12 NOON

January 22nd. Henry Sports Club, 144, Henry Lawson Avenue, Werrington County. $25 **The Club’s 15th. Anniversary Lunch.** Lunch, Dessert, Tea or Coffee.

February 26th. Kao Wiu Chinese Restaurant, 19, Great Western Highway, Blaxland.

March 25th. Rashays Restaurant, 120 Mulgoa Road, Penrith 2750

April 22nd. Jamison Hotel, 186 Smith Street, South Penrith.

MOVIE GROUP: NOVEMBER

Please contact Carole Gregory on 47378118 or at our Meetings if you wish to attend a movie with The Movie Group.

Saturday Jan. 4th. Session TBA

“ Official Secrets “ Matthew Goode, Keira Knightly, MyAnna Buring. The true of a British whistleblower who leaked information to the press about an illegal NSA spy operation designed to push the UN Security Council into sanctioning the 2003 invasion of Iraq.

Saturday Jan. 11th. Session TBA

“ Knives Out “ When novelist Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer) is found dead after his 85th. birthday, Detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) is enlisted to investigate to uncover the truth behind his untimely death.

Saturday Jan. 25th. Session TBA

“ Little Women “ Four sisters come of age in America in the aftermath of the Civil War. Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh, Eliza Scanlon, Laura Dern, Timothee Chalamet & Meryl Streep.

*** All Movies and lunches are booked in advance, so if for any reason you are unable to attend, please contact Carole so venues can be notified.

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ANN AND ERNIE JOHNSON

On the 20th. December Ann and Ernie are moving from Glenmore Park to Port Macquarie. They are both Founder Members of Glenmore Park Probus Club, having joined in February 2005. They have always been very active members, going on many trips and outings with Ernie having organised Car Rallies for the club. Unfortunately, like too many of our members, Ann su!ers from Macular Degeneration, coupled with breaking her femur last year they feel it is time to take things easier and relax in their lovely retirement home on the shores of Queen’s Lake. They have promised the Committee that they will return for the 15th. Anniversary Lunch in January and the cake cutting ceremony at our February meeting. I am sure we all wish them ‘Bon Voyage’ on their new adventure and on a personal note, Ernie’s 8 will miss you dearly at our Friday night meat ra"e. Editor, Glen Davis

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ACTIVITY GROUPS

CANASTA @ KAYS HOUSE

11:00am 2nd, Wednesday every month. Speak to Kay for more details.

WALKING GROUP Every Saturday 7:30am. start. Meet at various locations. Any members interested, please speak to Pat Ryan, Group Leader, at our meetings or by phone 0438 335 056. Also check on our FaceBook page. (Just search Glenmore Park Probus Club). Pat is Back, fully recovered :-)

CHESS Any members interested in Chess should speak to Brian Corliss.

GARDENING GROUP Next month’s meeting Helen Skepper is away. TBA.

Committee Members

President: Glen Davis 0476 187 670 Vice President: Ernie Campbell 04732 4859 Secretary: Mandy Stevens 0439 323 103 Treasurer: Rosina Ward 0450 039 420 Tours & Social: Connie Cogle 0419 255 816 Membership: Barbara Davis 0412 629 945 Hospitality: Wendy Johnston 0403 338 887 Web/ Lunches: Ernie Campbell 04732 4859 Programs: Anne Elliott 0411 237 699 Newsletter: Glen Davis 0476 187 670 Welfare: Wendy Johnston 0403 338 887 Public O#cer: Robert Hillsmith 0429 015 861

Assistants Secretary & Programs: Rayella Haines 0411 237 699 Treasurer: Judith Mahon 0430 529 635

Helpers Hospitality: Debbie King. Tours & Social: Robert Hillsmith, Judith Mahon, Leah Curds & Pam Davids. Registration: Betty Watkins & Violet Mulcahy. Library: Marion Turner & Jeanette Corlis. Welcomer: Barbara Orth. Equipment: Peter Clay.

Group Leaders Canasta: Kay Cane. Chess: Brian Corlis. FaceBook: Barbara Davis. Movies: Carole Gregory. Walking: Pat Ryan. Gardening: Helen Skepper.

Come and join us on FaceBook and get daily news on the latest events, birthdays etc. We are completely private, all new Members have to be approved as do any new posts. Just search Glenmore Park Probus Club.

OUR NEWSLETTER SPONSOR

We must give a huge THANK YOU to HARVEY NORMAN for their generosity in printing our Glenmore Park Probus Club Newsletter free of charge every month. When shopping at Harvey Norman, don’t forget to wear your Probus badge as they will really look after you.

OUR CLUB SPONSORS

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