PROBUS Club of Durham West
Welcome Our members are retired business and professional persons residing in Durham Region, including Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Brooklin, Oshawa and other areas. Our monthly meetings feature informative and entertaining speakers. Along with monthly social events and 23 activity groups who meet regularly, its a great way to meet new people, make new friends and discover new interests. Read More: Including the most recent PROBUS Canada newsletter. |
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Annual General Meeting South Entrance Ajax Community Centre, (Please note - the location for this meeting may change) |
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January Speaker - Dr. Christopher DiCarlo ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND THE FUTURE OF HUMANITY. In his presentation, Dr. DiCarlo is going to talk about two things. First, he will discuss the basics of Artificial Intelligence so that everyone is roughly on the same page with reference to key terms, concepts, and issues. Second, he will take a look at some of the promising benefits and potential harms that such new technologies will bring to humanity. When we consider just a few of the possible ways in which AI technology will improve our lives, we are optimistically encouraged to see how these will unfold. From medical miracles, to increases in automation and efficiency, AI technologies hold almost limitless potential. However, at the same time, it’s important to realize that there are ways in which AI could present risks and generate harm – either intentionally or unintentionally. For more information on Dr. DiCarlo Click here. |
Social Events
REMINDERS: There are NO REFUNDS if you sign-up for an event and are unable to attend. You may have someone go in your place by getting payment from them and notifying the event Convenor of the change, along with the name and phone number of the person replacing you. |
Past Events (for the current year)
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Upcoming Events |
GAMES AFTERNOON - Wednesday, November 27, 2024 If you love a good afternoon of board games then you need to register for this free event! Bring your own board game or just bring yourself and join us for a fun afternoon of different games. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. There is no cost for this event. |
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For more information2024 ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF THE HOLIDAYS The celebrations will begin at 11:30 a.m.
You will have a choice of two entrées for lunch. Please indicate your choice of entrée and that of your guest(s) when you register. Entertainment will be provided by Corby Leigh Kemp, and everyone will have a chance to win a door prize. |
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THE ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM - TWO SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS Thursday, January 16, 2025 "Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away" is an internationally touring exhibition making its only Canadian stop at the ROM. It examines the history and legacy of Auschwitz in a way that respects the victims and ensures that there are no gratuitous depictions of violence. “Wildlife Photographer of the Year” showcases the very best of nature photography from around the globe. |
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Activity Groups |
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Member's Corner
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NewsSharing Our Recipes Courtesy of Patricia Bolger PINA COLADA I have just returned from the Dominican, following a short vacation, so I have added a recipe here that will add a little “ray of sunshine” to your day! There is nothing like sipping on a tall frosty Pina Colada to glaze over your eyesight and put you in the mood to search on Google to find a warm tropical spot for a short get-a-way during those cold, dark winter days that are surely coming. I have to say, it will change your perspective and reset your internal clock to Island Time! |
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