We have a meeting this Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at Valentine Hall Room 206 at 6PM. The President has scheduled a “Surprise Speaker” and this is the only information he would reveal ??
You will be assured of a great meal provided by Stacey and staff, an enjoyable evening of fellowship with “OPTIMISTIC PEOPLE” and a surprise speaker.
Daryl Aurand / Secretary
Optimist Club of Gettysburg Meeting Minutes October 4, 2017
The Optimist Club of Gettysburg met on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at the Gettysburg Lutheran Seminary Refectory. A delicious chicken and pork dinner was prepared by Biggerstaff’s Catering.
Past President Daryl Aurand welcomed the members and guests and recognized member, Stacey Green, and her staff for their wonderful catering service and delicious food. A picture of new officers and Board of Directors for 2017-2018 was taken by the Gettysburg Times. Dinner was served.
Business Meeting:
Upcoming Dates:
Respectfully Submitted, Daryl, Secretary
William “Bill” Sentz, 94 of Gettysburg, died Wednesday, September 27, 2017. Bill was initiated into the Optimist Club of Gettysburg in1959, just one year after the organization was chartered. Bill served as Optimist Club President in 1968-1969 and was a life member of the local club. Active until recent years, Bill was always interested in following the many youth projects conducted by the Optimist Club of Gettysburg.
Bill was born April 5, 1923 and spent his entire life as a poplar and well know Gettysburg resident. Always looking to serve his community through various service organizations Bill was an active and enthusiastic sportsman who was always ready to relate an interesting hunting or fishing experience.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2017 at 2 p.m. from Mt. Joy Lutheran Church, Gettysburg, with Pastor Peter Naschke officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday, Oct. 2, 2017, at Monahan Funeral Home in Gettysburg from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., and at the church on Tuesday from 1 p.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to SpiriTrust Hospice, 260 W. High St., Gettysburg, PA 17325; or Barlow Fire Company, 2005 Taneytown Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325.
Fellow Gettysburg Optimist Club Members will be gathering together at 7:00 pm, Monday, October 2, at Monahan Funeral Home to pay their respects. For a complete obituary click here.
William “Bill” Sentz, 94 of Gettysburg, died Wednesday, September 27, 2017. Bill was initiated into the Optimist Club of Gettysburg in1959, just one year after the organization was chartered. Bill served as Optimist Club President in 1968-1969 and was a life member of the local club. Active until recent years, Bill was always interested in following the many youth projects conducted by the Optimist Club of Gettysburg.
Bill was born April 5, 1923 and spent his entire life as a poplar and well know Gettysburg resident. Always looking to serve his community through various service organizations Bill was an active and enthusiastic sportsman who was always ready to relate an interesting hunting or fishing experience.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2017 at 2 p.m. from Mt. Joy Lutheran Church, Gettysburg, with Pastor Peter Naschke officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday, Oct. 2, 2017, at Monahan Funeral Home in Gettysburg from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., and at the church on Tuesday from 1 p.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to SpiriTrust Hospice, 260 W. High St., Gettysburg, PA 17325; or Barlow Fire Company, 2005 Taneytown Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325.
Fellow Gettysburg Optimist Club Members will be gathering together at 7:00 pm, Monday, October 2, at Monahan Funeral Home to pay their respects. For a complete obituary click here.
The Gettysburg Optimist Club met on Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at Mark Cropp’s home. A delicious steak dinner was cooked on the grill by Mark.
After dinner President Daryl Aurand conducted a brief business meeting, beginning at 7:40pm. The main order of business was nomination of officers and Board of Directors for the coming year. The following members were nominated:
President Dan Mattern
Vice President Brian Skidmore
Secretary Daryl Aurand
Treasurer Tom Barako
Board of Directors Doug Miller, Mindy Accardi, Bill Pyron
Congratulations to all of you !
Tom Barako presented the Treasurer’s Report: General Fund and Activity Fund
Tom said that the club is in excellent financial condition. He said that the extra P.O. Box key is missing. If anyone knows the whereabouts of it, please contact Tom.
Dates
Officer Installation Banquet 10/4 @Refectory 6:00pm $10 All are welcome.
Oyster/Shrimp Fundraiser 3/24/18
Golf Tournament 5/17/18
Comments
Marci will arrange to have pictures taken at the Installation Banquet.
Wayne mentioned that tickets for the Oyster Feed will be $40.
President Daryl closed the meeting at 8:20 pm with recitation of the Optimist Creed.
Submitted by Fred
Good evening all Gettysburg Optimists,
Tomorrow’s Optimist Meeting — will conclude our summer meeting schedule. It will be at Mark Cropp’s home and will be grilled steak by Master Chef Mark.
This is a fun evening for all Optimist members.
An (RSVP) to me would help with our ordering food and beverage.
Optimistically, Daryl
The Gettysburg Optimist Club will meet on Wednesday, September 20, 6 pm at Mark Cropp’s home. Mark will be cooking a delicious steak dinner for us so bring your appetites! If you haven’t done so, please notify Daryl Aurand if you plan to attend.
The Gettysburg Optimist Club met on Wednesday, September 6, 2017, at the Refectory.
President Daryl Aurand opened the meeting at 7:07 pm with an invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. This was followed by a wonderful dinner provided by Stacey Green and Staff.
After dinner President Daryl introduced our speaker for the evening, John Blasius, District Director of the Battlefield District, Boy Scouts of America. John spoke about the general goals and purpose of the Boy Scouts, with the basic objective of teaching morals and values. He mentioned that the Scouts are 107 years old and have undergone many changes over the years. He said that keeping up with the times is very challenging. He described some of the newer programs such as STEM and LIONS and also discussed how the Explorer Program has changed. He covered some interesting statistics about the Scouts such as over 1000 youngsters were served in 2016 and 8871 hours of community service have been performed. John closed by talking about the upcoming Jamboree in West Virginia.
A check for $500 was presented to Mr. Blasius from the Optimist Club.
Tom Barako presented the proposed budget for next year. He discussed various items in the budget, noting any changes from last year. The proposed budget was approved by the club.
Dan Mattern reported on the new playground constructed at Recreation Park. He said that 180 cubic yards of mulch was spread. The ribbon cutting will be September 16.
Joe MacDowell reported about the Nurse-Family Partnership sponsored by Family First.
501c Progress to attain non-profit status: Sam said that everything is proceeding well and should be ready soon.
Daryl presented a proposal by Marci Cropp that more people should be on the Optimist call list. For instance if someone calls about the Oyster Feed they would be connected to the proper person. This was approved.
President Daryl mentioned that all officers positions for next year have been filled except President:
Vice President Brian Skidmore
Secretary Daryl Aurand
Treasurer Tom Barako
Dates
Next Meeting September 20 at Mark Cropp’s House
Officer Installation Banquet 10/4 @Refectory Tom said that tickets will be $10 per person
Oyster/Shrimp Feed 3/24 2018
Golf Tournament 5/17 2018
President Daryl closed the meeting at 8:10 pm with recitation of the Optimist Creed.
Submitted by Fred Darling
Kris Accardi was recognized for his Club Contributions. Thank you Kris!
BREAKING NEWS: The September 20 meeting will be at Mark Cropp’s home featuring grilled steaks cooked by Chef Mark.
Please let DARYL AURAND KNOW IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND,
Due to the possibility of inclement weather tomorrow night, September 6, 2017, the Gettysburg Optimist Club meeting location has been changed from the Pavilion to the Refectory.
Same time 6:00 pm
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