Thursday, February 16, 2017

Deep Bay - High Tea

Hello PQRTA Members:

Last April’s tour of the Deep Bay Marine Station and “High Tea” lunch received such high praise that we are offering this event again!

WHERE:  Deep Bay Marine Station - 370 Crome Pt. Rd., Deep Bay (Bowser), BC

WHEN:  Thursday, March 9, 2017 - 11:30 to 1:30

WHAT:  Tour and High Tea Lunch

Guided Tour of the Facility (including touch tanks, aquariums, and projects) 

Followed by “High Tea” Lunch by the Sea - served on china tiered plates
  • A selection of dainty tea sandwiches
  • Fresh pastries and homemade jams
  • Fresh fruit kebabs
  • A selection of seasonal sweets
  • Local artisan tea

Thursday, February 2, 2017

January 2017 Newsletter




PARKSVILLE QUALICUM RETIRED TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION
NEWSLETTER #3 JANUARY 2017

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE from Cathy Van Herwaarden:
I hope that your new year is off to a good start!  Mine sure is!!!  As you read this, I am flying
off to Cuba with my husband.  Glad to leave the deep freeze behind!  YIPPEE!!!

PAST EVENTS:  R. Elaine Young (Program Chair)

November 30, 2016 - Parksville
Tour of Munchkinland, WOW (Words on Wheels) Bus & Technology Learning Centre
Four Retired Teachers were treated to an informative tour of the WOW bus, Technology
Learning Centre and Munchkinland in Parksville. Judi Malcom, the Manager of Oceanside
Building Learning Together (BLT), the society that runs all these positive programs, provided a
good update of the resources available.
Even those folks who were involved with BLT of the past, were very, very surprised by the
offerings these days. Munchkinland provides a great opportunity for parents and caregivers to
bring children for open play. A Saturday morning program (running this winter) is widely
attended by many parents, including dads. In the spring, the program moves outside to
nearby Mark’s Park, where children and parents can experience and explore nature first hand.
The WOW bus takes the programs on the road to many communities in the area. Building
Learning Together (BLT) is retiring their current bus and will be outfitting a bus provided by
School District 69.
The most “senior” friendly program is offered through the Technology Learning Centre (TLC).
This program is focused on adults, and promotes financial and technological literacy. They are
open regularly and provide many specialized workshops. Last year, the TLC offered a series of
workshops that focused on financial health after retirement, wills, powers of attorney etc.
Participants were very surprised by the width and breadth of the TLC Program.

Christmas 2016 Luncheon

December 14, 2016 - CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON – Nanoose Bay

Fifty retired teachers and friends donned their best “ugly” Christmas attire and gathered at Fairwinds Restaurant in Nanoose Bay for some scrumptious food and Christmas cheer. The room was filled with festive fun and frivolity! Maybe even the best yet!!!

This year, everyone received their meal at a reduced rate, as we have a bit of extra money to spend on our members. We gifted a poinsettia to three life members: Betty Harrower, Eva Hilborn and Art Skipsey. Other poinsettias were delivered to the homes of life members.

Bob Taverner (Past President of BC Retired Teachers Association) gave us a brief run-down on the New Societies Act and the repercussions for BCRTA and its local branches.

Bill Cave provided the background Christmas music and accompanied our carol singing. Also, many lucky people received door prizes: angel decorations, star candle holders, poinsettias, Santa candles, seasonal table runners, a stacking box snowman, a Santa doll, and a box of Purdy’s chocolates.

Thanks to Barb and Al Brett for organizing the donations for Salvation Army. There was $760 in monetary donations and a very large number of food donations. The Salvation Army was thrilled with this contribution. What a wonderful group of generous people!

Tuesday, September 13, 2016

2016 To Hell with The Bell - Photos from the Event

Retirees attending the 2016 To Hell with The Bell

 Left to right: Don Standing, Laurie Mitchell, David Osborn, and Diane Williams






Eva Hilborn (Lifetime Member)


The PQRTA Executive for 2016/2017 From left to right:


Ellen Coates (Treasurer)

Kay Howard (Past-President)

Marg Hoverman (Secretary)

Cathy Van Herwaarden (President)

Laurel Johannson (Membership)

Elaine Young (Programs)

Colleen Craig (Sunshine)

Sharon Cox-Gustavson (Heritage)

Lucinda Hendren (Vice-President)


Missing:  Val Dyer (Communication)







Betty Harrower (Lifetime Member)

Thursday, August 18, 2016

To Hell with The Bell - Sept 6

It's that time of the year when retired teachers smile smugly and say “To hell with the bell!” And so, the PQRTA invites you to join in a celebratory cheer and breakfast buffet in a new venue!

Tuesday, September 6th
                              Quality Resort Bayside
240 Dogwood Street
                                      Parksville, BC

10:00am – doors open
10:30am – breakfast served
        
This year, we have changed our venue so we can all be in one room.  
It is a social time where we welcome our new retirees and have a celebratory toast to retirement.

The breakfast buffet includes: eggs benny, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, home fried potatoes, toast, fruit salad, juice, coffee and tea.  As well, each person receives a Mimosa (Champagne and Orange Juice) for the cheer.

The cost is $25.00 which includes the delicious breakfast buffet, one Mimosa and a contribution towards the door prize.  As well, you can purchase tickets to participate in the “Skill Testing Question”.  Please bring cash (correct change is appreciated).

Remember to wear a name tag.  If you wish to order a PQRTA name tag, then please let us know when you register.

Please RSVP to Cathy Van Herwaarden by Wednesday, Aug. 31st
cathyvanh@gmail.com    or    250.248.0412

Check out the PQRTA website:
http://www.bcrta.ca/branches/107-parksville-qualicum

Monday, July 4, 2016

PQRTA June News

Hello Retired Colleagues!
Just thought that you might be interested in some of the latest happenings in the Parksville Qualicum Retired Teachers’ Association:
ROTARY PARK – June 15th
-       Delicious Pot Luck Picnic with 22 members in attendance
-       Weather was changeable, but that’s the “wet” coast for ya!
-       Prizes for summer hats and door prize (beaded book bracelets)
-       Thanks to President Kay Howard and Vice-President Tom Manson for past years’ service (small gift and card presented)
-       New executive elected, as below:

Thursday, June 2, 2016

June 15th Pot Luck and AGM

Hello Retired Colleagues!

Time has flown!  It's already June 2nd and I know that you've been waiting for more information about our June gathering.  

In last fall's survey, there were some comments/suggestions about the barbecue, so let's change it up and try a pot luck picnic!!!
      

WHEN:  Wednesday, June 15th at 11:30AM until 2:00ish

WHERE:  Rotary Park - Beach front in Qualicum Beach

WHAT:  
- Annual General Meeting with Committee Reports and Elections
- Pot Luck Picnic lunch buffet - bring your favourite item to share!
- Skill Testing Question - tickets $2 each or 3 for $5
- $8.00 to $10.00 cost per person to cover $150.00 rental fee of facility
- Summer Hat Contest - prize for best!!!
         

Friday, May 20, 2016

Reminder - our annual gathering on June 15th

Hello Parksville Qualicum Retired Teachers!

Details forthcoming, but please save the date for our annual gathering at Rotary Park on the beach:

Wednesday, June 15th  



 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cathy Van

Cathy Van Herwaarden
PQRTA - Programs Chair

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Deep Bay Marine Station - ASAP

Hello Retired Teachers!

Are you planning on attending the "high tea" lunch and tour of the Deep Bay Marine Station next Thursday, April 14th???

Monday, February 29, 2016

Wednesday, February 10, 2016

Volunteer Tutors

Hi Cathy

Just a note to interested folks. Our School District 69 International Students Program is looking for volunteer tutors. Feel free to share this information and if people wish more info, they can contact me or rpepper@sd69.bc.ca

Thanks and have a great time....

Elaine Young

Tuesday, February 2, 2016

Saturday, January 30, 2016

February 10th Update

RE:  Wed. Feb. 10th - 1:00 to 3:00 at Nanoose Hall

Thanks to the following for letting me know that they CAN attend:

1. Sally Hemingson - cookies
2. Eva Hillborn - cookies
3. Nancy Whelan - goodie
4. Barb Brett - baking
5. Sylvia Young
6. Elaine Young
7. Me (Cathy Van)

Thanks to ten others that let me know that they CANNOT attend:
Val Dyer, Caroline Hammill, Colleen Craig, Tom Body, Sandra Veenstra, Gerry Galey, Bill Hoverman, Marg, Hoverman, Jan Graham, and Kay Howard.  (most of whom are off to some wonderful travel adventures.  Happy trails!)

To the rest of you...

Are you able to attend???  If you're joining us, please email me, by TUESDAY, FEB. 2nd.

Thanks!  Cathy Van

Cathy Van Herwaarden

Thursday, January 21, 2016

Valentine's Get Together

Hello Retired Colleagues

Are you up for a card game or board game???

Wed. Feb. 10th - 1:00 to 3:00
Nanoose Bay Library Hall
2489 Nanoose Rd,
Nanoose Bay, BC V9P 9E6

Coffee, tea and munchies will be served.
An offer of baking or appie would be appreciated.

Wear your Valentine's best! (Red, pink, purple)
This is a SOCIAL and not a business meeting.

Bring your name tag, a favourite game and your sense of fun, fun, fun!!!

See attached for invitation.

If you are coming, please reply by Tues. Feb. 2nd.

Thanks!  Cathy Van Herwaarden
Programs Chair
250.248.0412

Saturday, August 22, 2015

LUNCH - To Hell with the Bell

LUNCH - To Hell with the Bell
Tues. Sept. 8th - 12:00PM
Milner Gardens - 2179 West Island Highway, QB
Only ONE WEEK to RSVP, please!

PARKSVILLE QUALICUM RETIRED TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION

It's that time of the year!  That time when retired teachers smile smugly and say “To hell with the bell!” And so, the PQRTA invites you to join us in a celebratory cheer and luncheon, as follows:
12:00PM – Tuesday, Sept. 8th
MILNER GARDENS
2179 West Island Highway
Qualicum Beach, BC
(Shuttle from the upper parking lot)


Thursday, June 4, 2015

Annual General Meeting and Fabulous Barbecue

    The P.Q.R.T.A. Annual General Meeting and Fabulous Barbecue
           
            June 23, 2015

            Rotary Park Qualicum Beach
            Time: 11:30
            Agenda: Meeting agenda and committee reports available at the meeting
            Luncheon;
            Barbecued wild B.C. salmon or chicken
            Assorted salads
            Rolls and butter
            Fresh fruit
            Cake
            Tea/coffee/punch
            Cost: $18.00 ( the cost is the same for all members)

            Please reply to Laurel Johannson by June8th if you wish to attend. State your
            preference for salmon or chicken.
            laurelcj@shaw.ca
            250 468-7040

Saturday, March 14, 2015

Spring Luncheon - April 15

Parksville Qualicum Retired Teachers' Association Spring Luncheon

 
Date:April 15th
Time: 11:30-2:00ish
Place:
Eaglecrest Golf Course Club House
2035 West Island Highway, Qualicum
 
Salad
Mixed Garden Greens with raspberry vinaigrette dressing
Soups
Vegetable Minestrone Soup /Cream of tomato & roasted red pepper Soup
Main
Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich  /Shrimp Salad Croissant Sandwich
Desserts
Chef’s selection of desserts squares
                        Coffee and Tea
Cost: $20.00 which includes 15% gratuity and tax.
Special guest speaker, Colin Bartlett of The Backyard Wildbird and Nature Store
Topic – What to see in your backyard this spring.
 
Please contact Laurel Johannson by April 8th. (Do not reply to this e-mail)
laurelcj@shaw.ca
250 468-7040
PQRTA Policies and Procedures:
3.1.1: Notification of Attendance:
PQRTA members must contact the Programme Chairpersons no later than one (1) week before a PQRTA meeting to advise that they would like to attend and/or bring a guest to the meeting.
3.1.2 Member's Liability to Pay for an Event:
a) Once having indicated his or her intention to attend a PQRTA event, a member becomes liable to pay the announced cost of participation in that event, whether or not he or she actually attends. Failure to pay will render the member "not in good standing" until the debt is paid, and he or she may be denied access to future PQRTA events.
b) In the case of a member's defaulting guest(s), the guest(s) may be denied further access to PQRTA functions.
c)  A member (or guest) is relieved of the obligation to pay if he or she notifies the PQRTA of a change in plans not less than 5 days prior to the event.
d)  If at least two out of the President, Vice-President and Treasurer agree that circumstances warrant (such as bereavement or sudden medical emergency), a debt may be waived on compassionate grounds.;

Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Valentine's Get Together

Hello PQRTA Members,
 
You are invited to a VALENTINE'S GET TOGETHER!

DATE:  Thurs. Feb. 12, 2015
TIME:  1:00 to 3:00pm
WHAT:  Games (your favourite)
PLACE: Nanoose Library Hall
              2849 Northwest Bay Road
COST: $4.00

- Coffee, tea and goodies will be served.
(An offer of baking would be appreciated.)
- Wear your Valentine's best!  (red, pink, purple, white)
- This is a SOCIAL and not a business meeting.
- Bring your name tag, a favourite game and
   your sense of fun, fun, fun!!!
 

Please respond by Jan. 31, 2015
250.248.0412
(Do not reply to sender.)