Ladies’ Probus seeks new members to enjoy guest presentations

RETIRED or semi-retired women looking for fun, friendship, and to learn something new are invited to join Bacchus Marsh Ladies Probus Club as they prepare to welcome a series of guest speakers over the coming months.

On 3 July, Bacchus Marsh and District Historical Society vice-president Tim Hogan will deliver a talk with a focus on photos of the Bacchus Marsh area as it was, and as it is today.

Leonie Henry from Soul Food charity group Bacchus Marsh will present on 7 August about their weekly provision of free two-course hot meals in a safe and welcoming environment, and on 4 September, Probarians can discover the many services of the Lerderderg Library with librarian Kristie.

Mr Hogan said the 90-minute Then and Now presentation will include a series of slides of old and new photos.

“We’ll show an historical image of a particular location, ask people if they know what it is, we tell them a bit about it, and the next slide is that location in the here and now,” he said.

“It’s a nice little montage, and an opportunity for people to remember, reflect and yarn, or for those newer to the town to learn about the town.

“It’s a fun talk to do, it generates some memories and it’s a good oral history gathering exercise for us. It’s quite popular; we did one last year at Providence Aged Care.”

Examples of some of the locations to be featured include Ryan’s Corner/the ABC Cafe, the White Kiosk, the Border Inn, and the post office.

“The entertaining and knowledgeable Tim and Bruce (Carboon) will present a fascinating slideshow of Bacchus Marsh which promises to be both informative and enjoyable,” said Bacchus Marsh Ladies Probus Club’s publicity officer, Barbara Nixon.

Contact 0432 185 009 to join the club or find out more. Anyone needing transport will be assisted.