PROBUS Club of the Gateway

President's Message
February 2026

Dear Members

Well, we finally turned the calendar. I know you skiers were smiling but enough is enough ! If you are reading this sunning on a beach in the south, shame on you , but enjoy yourselves (: I cannot say I am unhappy with February only having 28 days. Roll on Spring please. We were very fortunate however to have a good weather day for our General Meeting in January and I thank everyone for the great attendance. 

I am very happy to say that our club is very healthy and we are now officially at maximum membership with still a few on the waiting list. As usual the next month or two is chock a block as the Brits say with social events and activities for everyone. So check our website and watch your email. Our Activities Chair Joan Meleskie tells me we even have tremendous interest in forming a new choral group. Over 25 people have put their names in so far. Coming to a stage near you. Look out "Canadas Got Talent". I would not however want to be in a choir that would allow me to sing in public so this is one I will pass on.

We are looking forward to another terrific General Meeting on February 17th. Come join your fellow members for coffee and a mingle. Our speaker this month should be very interesting. Raven Murphy is an outdoor educator, songwriter, musician and author and will give us a nature wisdom challenge. Her presentation is titled " Shut up and Listen", a phrase I am very familiar with at home, but that is another story. 

So folks, get out there in February. Still lots of winter in front of us. Get active and get involved. Lots of opportunities to join in. I am hoping our new members are finding activities and events to take part in. I am sure any one of our groups will make you feel welcome.

February 14th is Valentines Day. Take the time to remember the people you love and care about. Its a crazy world right now. Many are struggling and people are stressed. A  gesture of kindness, a hug and a smile goes a long way.

Have a great month. everyone.  I look forward to seeing you at one of our many events or the next General Meeting at the Legion.

Best Regards

Ray Scott