April 2023

On Tuesday 25th April 14 members of Probus ventured south in two minibuses towards Brighton.  Both buses hit traffic jams but we still arrived in good time for a pre-theatre bite to eat.  Pinnochio Italian and a Tapas restaurant next door to the Theatre were both providers of fine fayre and the performance from the Ukraine National Opera started on time at 19.45.  Despite being in the second circle the view was good and the traditional set was a fine backdrop for the splendid singers.  The performance ended with us all standing for an emotional rendition of the Ukraine national anthem.  We were back in Crowborough for about 11 o’clock after a really enjoyable evening.

Due to the Coronation Bank holiday falling on our usual second Monday of the month date the May luncheon will be held on the following Monday 15th May 2023 at Crowborough Beacon Golf Club at 12.00 noon for 12.30 seating.

ATTENDANCE: Non-attendance by Full members or attendance by Occasional or Waiting members MUST be advised to the Luncheon Secretary by midday on the THURSDAY beforehand. You may contact John Hunt by e-mail jhunt7035@gmail.com, by SMS text message to 07367 488312, or on his home ‘phone: 01892 613308.

Thursday 11th May 2023

Vanessa Fagan, Blue Badge guide, is leading a walk around historic Greenwich next month. Full details can be found on the event page on this website.

Please contact Roger Benison, Outings co-ordinator to book your place. E-mail: rogerbenison@live.com.

At the Annual General Meeting on Monday 3rd April Michael Sander was elected President. In his acceptance speech he thanked Brian Hughes for leading the Club in a difficult post-covid period and looked forward to all enjoying a successful Probus year ahead.