© Gorway Probus Club 6th February 2012

Gorway Probus Club

Introduction:

Gorway Probus Club was founded in 1982 and is one of a number of Probus Clubs in the Walsall area of the west midlands of England.

The Club comprises a lively bunch of retired men from Professional & Business backgrounds (hence the name Probus) with an age range spanning from the 60s to the 90s. With such a group of experienced people there is a wealth of knowledge to both share and of course to learn and this is done in an atmosphere of friendship and fellowship at Club meetings.

Meetings:

Meetings are held once a month at the Memorial Hall, Chapel Lane, Great Barr, B43 7AP and last around two hours (Click for map). The first part takes the form of a business meeting when the Club Officers and Activity Leaders update all members on the section activities. Once the business is over, there is a five minute talk by one of the members on any topic they choose. There is then a coffee break which gives members an opportunity to circulate and exchange greetings and views, there is never a shortage of conversation !! Following the coffee break there is a more formal talk, usually by a visiting speaker, and these cover a wide range of subjects followed by a question and answer session.

Activities:

Members can also enjoy regular participation in outdoor bowling (indoors in the winter), snooker and walking.

The above activities are supplemented by visits to various places of interest, skittle evenings, theatres and holidays. Ladies are invited to join in these activities along with two celebration lunches each year.

Welfare:

Welfare is an important issue and the well being of our indisposed members is monitored by an Almoner who updates members at each meeting.

Membership:

The Club is non political & non sectarian and autonomous although part of a wider movement. Whilst club membership is limited to 75 and often there is a waiting list, applications for membership are welcome provided the application is supported by two existing members.

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