Tell Tale Nov 2015 - Swiss Club Toronto

NOVEMBER 2015
ISSUE 128
www.swissclubtoronto.ca
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SWISS MOVIE MATINEE
UPCOMING EVENTS
See Inside For Details
Presented in Swiss German
Swiss Canadian
Chamber Of Commerce
Gala Dinner Dance
LA ROMANDIE
November 14, 2015
Sunday, November 22 • 2:30 p.m.
HILLCREST LIBRARY: The Library is located on Leslie St. at Clansman Blvd,
just South of the Galati Supermarket, about 750m north of Finch Ave.
There is a stop of the #51 Leslie bus at that corner and a 75m walk
to the library. Cost is $5.00 per person, includes coffee and cake
after the movie, served by the Women’s Section.
Note: This event is open to all Swiss Club Members.
Amicale Romande
Annual Fondue
January 30, 2016
Jass Section
15th Annual Saujass
January 24, 2016
Women’s Section Bake Sale
Come and enjoy a fun movie and buy some of your
favourite home-made cakes, cookies and more,
offered by and in support of the Women’s section.
Swiss Club Toronto AGM
February 26, 2016
IceFest in Yorkville
February 20, 2016 • 2:00 pm
Christmas Market
in the
Distillery District
Come and join us for a walk through the Christmas Market in the Distillery District
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2015 • 4:00 p.m.
We meet at the main entrance at 55 Mills Street
The Swiss Club Toronto will pay the entrance fee for Swiss Club Members as an early Christmas present!
Please R.S.V.P. with Denise Frassini 905-8212392 or frassini@rogers.com.
(We need to know how many people will attend)
SWISS CLUB CONTACTS
www.swissclubtoronto.ca
Board Of Directors
President
Sascha Frassini • Tel. 905.821.2392
sascha.frassini@swissclubtoronto.ca
Vice President
Marianne Mian-Krenger • Tel. 416.827.2003
mariannemian@gmail.com
Treasurer
Claude Tièche • Tel. 416.494.0814
claude.tieche@swissclubtoronto.ca
Secretary
Julian Perrenoud
julian.perrenoud@swissclubtoronto.ca
Membership Chairperson
Monika Rüber • Tel. 416.203.2026
monika.ruber@swissclubtoronto.ca
Director of Entertainment
Denise Frassini • Tel. 905.821.2392
denise.frassini@swissclubtoronto.ca
Tell Tale Editor
Heidy Lawrance • Tel. 416.733.1827
heidy.lawrance@swissclubtoronto.ca
Swiss Club Sections
Amicale Romande
Jean-Marc Velen • Tel. 416.488.6493
jean-marc.velen@swissclubtoronto.ca
Bowling: 5 Pin
Marie-Thérèse Artus-Velen
Tel. 905.428.9147
mt.artusvelen@swissclubtoronto.ca
Bowling: 10 Pin
Doug Gross • Tel. 905.634.3824
doug.gross@swissclubtoronto.ca
Gym Section
Suzi Hubler • Tel. 416.534.5141
suzi.hubler@swissclubtoronto.ca
Jass Section
Albert Lenz • Tel. 905.513.1825
albert.lenz@swissclubtoronto.ca
Men’s Section
Arno Sigrist • Tel. 416.493.8025
arno.sigrist@swissclubtoronto.ca
Theatre Section
Magdalena Hess • Tel. 905.508.8014
magdalena.h@sympatico.ca
Women’s Section
Paula Rico • Tel. 416.652.9067
paulajrico@gmail.com
Swiss Connection
Marianne Mian-Krenger • Tel. 416.827.2003
mariannemian@gmail.com
Tell Tale is published 4-5 times per year by
Swiss Club Toronto, P.O. Box 823, Station Q.
Toronto, Ontario M4t 2n7
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The President’s File
Dear members,
Summer has gone and turned into fall, which so far, has been very nice. The year 2015
is slowly coming to a close and it’s already time to have a quick look back at some
main events of the last few months.
On April 19, our theatre section entertained us again with the comedy “E verhaengnisvolli Nacht”. A total of 170 people attended this event, which was held on a
Sunday afternoon for the first time.
On June 5, 32 members went to the Woodbine Racetrack for a luncheon and
some gambling.
On June 27 was the annual family BBQ at the Egger Farm.
August 15 was the date for the annual ‘Gruempel’ Soccer Tournament in Oakville.
On October 8, some members attended a special private screening of the documentary ‘On va marcher sur Everest (Everest, Summit of Desire)’ about Sophie Lavaud, a Swiss mountaineer who climbed Mt. Everest. This was followed by a Q&A
with Sophie.
The annual Raclette unfortunately had to be cancelled this year. Also the Zoo walk
was rained out.
The main event this year was held on July 26, when we celebrated our Swiss National Day, again at the beautiful Country Heritage Park in Milton. We were, once
again, treated by perfect weather and great attendance by many members and nonmembers of the Swiss Club (about 400 people in total).
The main entertainment this year was provided by the “Familienkapelle Knechtle”,
a quintet from Appenzell, who were on a little Canada tour. We were very glad to
have this authentic Swiss ‘Laendler’ band with us this year and I think everybody
enjoyed it.
Additional musical entertainment was provided by the ‘Trillium Alphorns’ (Eva
Hajda, Rene Waelti, Erwin Oechslin) and the Gallo Brothers. Thanks to all of you for
an entertaining afternoon.
We also had the pleasure of welcoming Vice Consul Mr. Peter Staeheli Quednau
from the Consulate General of Switzerland in Montreal and our Honorary Consul in
Toronto, Mrs. Kathy Utigard.
Trident Catering once again made sure we didn’t have to stay hungry with a fare of
traditional Swiss food. As usual, there was also coffee and Nussgipfeli. The final highlight, as every year, was our raffle, which offered great prizes, including helicopter
rides, baskets full of chocolates, army knives, gift cards, wine and many other great
prizes. Again, we extend our great thanks to all our sponsors. They play an important
role in making the festivities a success. Please see the list of this year’s sponsors in
this edition of the Tell Tale.
A big thank-you goes also to all our volunteers. Without them it would be impossible to put this event together. Thanks to each and everyone!
Looking forward:
On Sunday afternoon on November 22 we will have our Swiss Movie event again
organized by both the Women’s and Men’s sections.
You will find more information on this and any other events in this edition of the
Tell Tale and as usual, on our website www.swissclubtoronto.ca and www.facebook.
com/swissclubtoronto.
As the year draws to a close I would like to take this opportunity to wish all club
members Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas and all the best in the New Year.
Sascha Frassini, President
OPEN PRESIDENT POSITION IN 2016
As you might know, my second (two-year) term as President of the Swiss Club will
come to an end in February 2016. With that, I will have been President for four years
and I will not be putting myself up for re-election in 2016. We are therefore looking for
a president in just a few months.
For your information, a past president stays on the board as ex-officio officer for
two years to make the transition easier. If you are interested in this interesting and
rewarding position or know somebody who would be interested, please contact me
(Sascha Frassini) or any other current board member. All the contact information can
be found beside this note.
Men’s Section
Women’s Section
PAST EVENTS
PAST EVENTS
The September visit to the Magnotta Winery was not a big
success as many members where on vacation, were otherwise occupied or were just not interested. Oh well, you can’t win them all.
July 26: Swiss National Day
A great success once again. The band from Switzerland
contributed to a special atmosphere at our national celebration. All the guests had a good time on this beautiful
sunny day.
On Thursday, October 22, we had Lunch at Gabriel’s
Café in Aurora, a cozy Swiss Restaurant. The address is 15218
Yonge St., just a few stores south of Wellington St., on the west
side of Yonge St.
UPCOMING EVENTS
On Sunday, November 22 at 2:30 pm, we will have our
Swiss Movie Matinee, again in the large Hall of the Hillcrest
Library. PLEASE NOTE: It is on a Sunday this year!
The library is located on Leslie St. at Clansman Blvd, just south of
the Galati supermarket, about 750m north of Finch Ave. There is a
stop of the #51 Leslie Bus at that corner and a 75m walk to the library. As in past years, the ladies will supply cakes and coffee, and
we will look after the “electronics”! There will be lots of space to
display the Women’s Section bake sale. Note: This event is open to all
Swiss Club Members.
On Friday, December 4, starting at about 11:30 am, we will
have our Christmas Lunch at The Musket Restaurant,
40 Advane Rd. in Etobicoke. For those who are unable to come to this
lunch, we will not forget you; I will arrange an evening Christmas dinner
downtown. I will advise where and when later.
On Thursday, January 21, 2016 starting at about 11:45 am, we
will have Lunch at The Musket Restaurant, followed by our
Annual General Meeting. More details on this to follow later.
ONGOING
Come and join us every Monday morning from about 10:15
till noon for coffee (or whatever) at the Bakery Garden
Restaurant (near Loblaws) inside the Bayview Village Shopping
Centre, Bayview at Sheppard.
September 10: Potluck Luncheon
The weather was great and of course Julianna was spoiling
us again. All kinds of goodies were brought for us to taste,
and a variety of sweets that we all enjoyed. Thank you very
much Julianna for hosting again, all I can say you are a pro
of a hostess.
October 20: Anniversary Luncheon
Our anniversary luncheon at the Old Mill Restaurant. Celebrating 71 years of the Swiss Club Women’s Section and
hopefully many more to come.
UPCOMING EVENTS
November 22: Swiss Movie Matinee
and Bake Sale
Please note it is on a Sunday afternoon this year. Depending
on donations there will be also a bake sale. Please contribute
to this event either for consumption or sale. Both of which
are highly anticipated and greatly appreciated.
December 10: Christmas Luncheon at
St. George’s Golf and Country Club
and Bake Sale More details at a later date
ONGOING
Kaffeeklatsch
First Wednesday of the month, 1:30 p.m. at 2312 Bloor Street
West, at Java Joe’s Cafe; last Wednesday of the month, 1:30 p.m.
at the Richtree Restaurant (Bayview & Yorkmills).
MEMORABLE BIRTHDAYS
Summer is gone but look at these wonderful fall colors
Rene Walti was 70 on October 6
Take care everyone, until next time
your chairperson, Paula Rico
Freddy Wenger will be 70 on December 17
Many happy returns and good health to you both!
Middle age is the time a guy starts turning out lights for economic
rather than romantic reasons.
FOR YOUR SPECIAL EVENT
— John Marino
Arno Sigrist
WE ALWAYS WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
TO OUR JASS CLUB
Please contact Albert Lenz for more information.
albert.lenz@swissclubtoronto.ca
905 513 1825
TRILLIUM ALPHORNS
WE’LL BLOW YOU AWAY
Eva Hajda
Erwin Oechslin
evahajda@rogers.com erwin.oechslin@me.com
416-725-1698
416-371-0041
René Wälti
renewalti@yahoo.ca
416-458-1295
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Amicale Romande invites you to
The Annual
Fondue & Dance
January 30, 2015
7:00 p.m.
Saint Phillipe Neri Church,
2100 Jane Street, Toronto
RSVP with Jean-Marc Velen
416-488-6493
velenglish@rogers.com
The Swiss Canadian Chamber of Commerce Ontario
cordially invite you to our
Gala Dinner Dance
LA ROMANDIE
Featuring musical entertainment
5 course meal by Swiss Executive Chef Daniel Schick
Grand prize sponsored by Swiss and Switzerland Tourism
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14TH, 2015
The Omni King Edward, 37 King Street East, Toronto
Cocktails 7:00 p.m. • Dinner 8:00 p.m. • Black Tie
R.S.V.P. by November 6
Contact: sccc@swissbiz.ca or call 416-236-0039 for reservations.
2015 EVENTS SPONSORS
A big thank you to all!
Bombardier Aerospace (Jean-Marc Valen)
Christine’s Couturier
Consulate General of Switzerland
Dimpflmeyer Bakery
Vreni & Marc Ducommun
Euromart International Bancorp Inc.
Denise & Sascha Frassini
H.U.H. Imports Inc.
Hottinger Asset Management Canada Inc.
Lindt & Sprüngli (Canada) Inc.
Marche Restaurant
Alfred & Julia Mettler
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Niagara Helicopters Ltd.
Paula Rico
Swiss Instruments Ltd.
Swiss International Air Lines
Swiss Master Chocolatier
Swissmar Ltd.
Switzerland Cheese
Switzerland Tourism
UBS Bank (Canada)
Victorinox Switzerland
Rene Waelti
Zürich Insurance
Zwicky Wood
Come and join us for the
Annual IceFest in Yorkville
February 20, 2016 • 2:00 pm
Meeting at Cumberland
& Avenue Road
Call Denise Frassini
at 905-8212392
Five Pin Bowling
Results for
2014-2015
On the long weekend of Labor Day, we
had our annual trophy presentation. Once
again, the weather was beautiful, we had
good food and a lot of fun. I want to thank
all the bowlers for participating and I’m
looking forward to the start of a new season on the 25th of October at the Parkway
Mall. We were 13 players and we always
invite new bowlers to spend a good time
with us. We play once a month and we
have dinner at one of the player’s home.
Here are our final standings.
1 Hugo Baumann
545
2 John Way
480
3 Simone Hoen
446
4 Gabriela Baumann
423
5 Raymond Daepp
419
6 Luis Rivas
395
7 Brigitte Peter
347
8 Marie-Therese Artus-Velen
328
9Karim
317
10 Erika Tieche
178
11 Bianca Baumann
76
12 Betty Van Dyke
156
13 Sepp
156
High Average: Hugo Baumann
High Triple: Hugo Baumann
High Single: Simone Hoen
Most Improved: Karim
545
691
365
+158
Marie-Thérèse Artus-Velen