Works, A Spring Symphony with Orchestra
WHERE: First Presbyterian Church, 200 Maple Street, Collingwood
WHEN: Sat. May 4, 2024, 7 – 9 p.m.
WHY: Hear the magnificent sounds of Chichester Psalms by Leonard Bernstein and Feel the Spirit by John Rutter
COST: 30 advance tickets have been set aside for us, $40 inclusive of tax, non-refundable, cut off for registration April 20
LOGISTICS: Doors open at approximately 6:15 p.m. and seats are on a first come, first served basis. Heather Tawaststjerna (PBTB member) will be in the lobby and will provide your ticket to you on arrival
HOSTED BY: Heather Tawaststjerna
WINE APPRECIATION
WHERE - Lorraine Bramson’s home, 40 Wilson Street , Collingwood Ontario, L9Y 0Y8
WHEN – May 7, 2024, 3 – 5 P.M.
WHY - Most of us enjoy a glass of wine, but what do you know about the multitude of wines available. Does a big price tag make it better? Does the region or country the grapes are grown in make it better? Does oak or unoaked make it better? Does it go well with what I’m cooking? We hope to explore these and many other questions and investigate more affordable wines of many varieties and learn about what influences their taste.
We have our favourite wine expert, Greg Bewick. He will take us on a journey through Italy. He often brings a surprise taste as well from his collection. After we are guided through the tasting he will leave and we can discuss further over some delectable goodies
COST - $30 including tax, minimum 8 and maximum 10 participants, non-refundable but transferrable to someone on the wait list. Deadline to register is Thursday, Apr. 23, 2024
HOSTED BY – Lorraine Bramson and Carole Binsky
QUESTIONS: Lorraine Bramson - sbramson2@gmail.com or Carole Binsky - cecbinsky@gmail.com
WHAT – Theatre Collingwood - With a Song in my Heart, Songs of the Great American & Canadian Songbook, starring Leisa Way & friends.
Embark on a musical journey filled with hit after hit as Leisa Way and Friends bring the timeless tunes of The Great American Songbook to life. Dive into the rich tapestry of this influential era that began in the early 20th century and continues to shape music today. Leisa Way, accompanied by her powerhouse quintet of exceptional musicians, serves as a captivating interpreter of melody, story, and song. This concert unveils a treasure trove of iconic and beloved songs, spanning from Harold Arlen to Joni Mitchell, Johnny Mercer to Leonard Cohen and Willie Nelson, and Irving Berlin to Paul McCartney. Experience a celebration of both the classics of yesteryear and the new standards of today!
https://theatrecollingwood.ca
WHERE – The John Saunders Centre, 80 Sandford Fleming Drive, Collingwood
WHEN – 2 p.m., Wednesday May 8, 2024
COST - $49.00 (group pricing) which includes tax and is based on a minimum of 10 registrants and a maximum of 20. Non-refundable but wait list is provided. Deadline to register is April 1, 2024. Lunch details before the show are being explored and will be advised at a later date to those who have registered
HOSTED BY – Marilynne Sokoloff
QUESTIONS – Marilynne Sokoloff sokoloffmr@aol.com, or Norma Desjardins norma.desjardins@gmail.com
Pizza Making 101: A Practical Workshop for Homemade Pizza
www.redhenartisanale.com
WHERE - Red Hen Artisanale
384265 Concession 4, Priceville, Ontario (about a 50 minute drive from Collingwood). Red Hen Artisanale is a private baking studio in the heart of Grey County, located right along the Saugeen River in a beautiful little pocket between Flesherton, Durham, and Markdale.
WHEN - Wednesday June 12, 2024 11 a.m. to 1:30-2:00 p.m.
WHY – Join us at Red Hen Artisanale for an in-person workshop where you’ll learn the art of making delicious homemade pizza. Whether you are a beginner or pizza enthusiast, this hands-on workshop will teach you all the tips and tricks to create really great pizza at home. We will discuss the different styles of pizza, yeasted doughs, topping inspirations, flours, and you’ll get to practice your pizza shaping too! There will be two different pizza doughs to taste and compare in this workshop – a 50% whole grain dough, and a classic 100% white flour dough. While most workshops run by Red Hen Artisanale focus on sourdough, this workshop’s recipes are leavened entirely with commercial yeast for simplicity and ease of recreation in your own kitchen. We’ll be cooking the pizza in both a Gozney Roccbox – a portable pizza oven that can be fueled by gas or wood and an electric oven. This workshop will take place 50% inside of the studio and 50% outside while we are cooking the pizzas in the oven. Please dress appropriately for the weather. We’ll be creating, and enjoying all kinds of pizza. A light seasonal appetizer will also be served. At the end of the workshop you will be very full, go home with a recipe booklet, and a ball of dough to create pizza AGAIN, at home and any time over the next 5 days. Please bring a large Tupperware container and a cooler to get your dough home safely. All other tools, equipment, everything you might need… will be provided for you.
COST - $110 + HST or $124.30 per participant and is based on 8 participants. Non-refundable however a wait list will be created and the possibility exists for a second workshop date. Cut off for registering is May 21.
HOSTED BY and QUESTIONS – Norma Desjardins, norma.desjardins@gmail.com
THERE IS ONLY ONE.
HER VOICE IS UNDENIABLE. HER FIRE IS UNSTOPPABLE. HER TRIUMPH IS UNLIKE ANY OTHER.
An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters.
One of the world’s best-selling artists of all time, Tina Turner has won 12 Grammy Awards and her live shows have been seen by millions, with more concert tickets sold than any other solo performer in music history.
Featuring her much loved songs, TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL is written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall and directed by the internationally acclaimed Phyllida Lloyd.
WHEN – Wednesday, June 26, 2024, CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, 244 Victoria St., Toronto
COST - $265 which includes coach transportation from Collingwood Metro parking lot at 10:15 a.m., comfort stop at the Thornton ONroute in the morning, 1:30 p.m. performance, orchestra level seating in rows M, N & P followed by an evening dinner at the Hothouse Restaurant. Dinner choices (flank steak, roast chicken, salmon fillet or mushroom pappardelle) are made on the night of the dinner at the restaurant. Lemon cream shortcake with coffee, tea or soft drink also included. Return to Collingwood will be at approximately 9 p.m., (this will reduce our travel time by approximately 1.5 hours). Note that all taxes and gratuities are included.
LOGISTICS - Passengers are encouraged to bring a paper bag lunch. A cooler of water will be on the bus but you may wish to bring your own water bottle. Please advise at time of booking should you have either mobility or dietary restrictions. Note that there are no aisle seats available at the theatre. We are sharing this event with Probus Harbourlands and each club has been allocated 23 tickets.
CONDITIONS – Tickets are non-refundable but it is possible to make a name change to another Probus member on the wait list. This is a limited 6 week run and tickets for this performance are very limited. We anticipate much interest in this event so a wait list will be maintained. Cut off to secure your ticket is Feb. 21, 2024
ARRANGEMENTS – Hamilton Tours Ltd.
QUESTIONS – Norma Desjardins, norma.desjardins@gmail.com
They had a look, an attitude, and a sound like no other. Sure, they were born in Jersey – but they were made in America.
Jersey Boys is the international musical phenomenon that takes you behind the scenes – and behind the music – of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Discover the secret of a 40-year friendship as four blue-collar guys work their way from the wrong side of the tracks to the heights of stardom, thrilling audiences with electrifying performances of chart-topping hits including “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Oh What a Night,” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.”
From the streets of New Jersey to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this is the musical that’s just too good to be true. Don’t miss this Tony®, Grammy®, and Olivier Award-winning Best Musical.
WHEN – Tuesday Aug. 27, 2024 2 PM performance
WHERE – King’s Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury Drive, Penetanguishene, Ontario
HOW – car pooling (we will leave from Metro Mountain Rd. & High parking lot corner) at 10:45 AM
LOGISTICS – pricing is based on selling 25 tickets, cut off July 15, 2024
LUNCH – details will be arranged later, separate bills will be provided
COST - $52 which includes tax, non-refundable unless event is cancelled due to insufficient interest, however a wait list will be created
QUESTIONS – Joyce Honsberger (joyceharv06@mac.com) or Norma Desjardins (norma.desjardins@gmail.com)
PROBUS by the Bay
Address:P.O Box 8017175 First Street
Collingwood, Ontario
L9Y 2L0
