PROBUS Club of the Gateway

President's Message
March 2026

Dear Members

Well, its a new month and time to "March On" after a very cold, snowy and eventful February. I am sure we all overdosed on Olympic TV coverage , cheered our victories and collectively cried at the hockey losses, but I am over it.......I think.  Lets hope Wiarton Willie's forecast of an early spring is correct, or at least I believe he predicted an early spring. Remember to set those clocks ahead on March 8th. Every year I resolve that I will recall how to do the microwave and my automobile.  Every year you wlll see me sitting in my car in the parking lot cursing as I flip through the manual.

Unfortunately we are currently in a very unsettled time. We pray for people around the world under attach right now. The month of March is named after the Roman God of War, Mars. Very appropriate unfortunately with what is happening right now the Middle East. My heart goes out to those living anywhere in the region which I am very familiar  with having lived there with my wife Anne for a short time in both the U.A.E and Bahrain. We can only hope level heads will prevail and the conflict is short. 

As usual we have a very busy calendar and a multitude of activities and events for you in March. So get involved. Our committees do such a great job. Our speaker at the General Meeting on March 17th will be Diana Trepkov. Diana is a Forensic Artist, Author, Lecturer, and Transformational Coach. She is Producer and Host of the Podcast " Can I help you find your missing loved one?" I am sure it will a very interesting and fascinating talk. 

I look forward to seeing everyone at our upcoming meeting. It just so happens its being held on St Patricks Day so if you are Irish or Irish at heart wear your green with pride.  A reminder to bring a book for our exchange table.  Its great to be able to share interesting novels with your fellow members. Also remember to wear you name tag to enter our monthly draw. This month it will be a gift certificate for Subway so you can enjoy a lunch on us. 

Lets hope for an early spring. We look forward to nicer weather and soon seeing our snowbirds and world travellers back in the fold. 

Best Regards

Ray Scott