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The Gettysburg Optimist Club met on April 5, 2017 at the Refectory.

President Daryl opened the meeting at 6:30 pm with the Pledge of Allegiance and invocation. This was followed by another scrumptious dinner provided by Stacey and Staff.

After dinner President Aurand introduced our guests for the evening: Chad Allen Carr, Director of the Gettysburg Community Theater and several guests that he brought from the theater. Chad Allen described the function of the theater stressing that it is nonprofit and includes diverse members of the community. The theater offers various programs such as summer camp, classes, and volunteer opportunities. Chad introduced a musical offering including some members singing various songs. The club presented the theater with a $1500 donation.

Secretary Report: Fred reported that the Board of Directors met on March 24 and a summary of that meeting will be included with the minutes.

Treasurer’s Report: Tom noted that the club cleared a nice profit from the Oyster Feed.

President’s Report: Daryl said that there will be no soccer parking on Memorial Day. He also said that we need a representative from the club to attend the opening  day of Gettysburg Little League on April 22. Please contact Daryl if interested.

Golf Tournament: May 18  Bruce and Daryl reported that we need more sponsors and foursomes and asked club members to assist with this. Bruce said that a “status list” of sponsors will be sent soon. He also said that a person at the Links is donating a time share  in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico for a week. The club needs to produce a matching $2600 for this ,and Bruce suggested an auction with bids to accomplish this.

Dollars for Scholars: May 24, 7:30pm, at Gettysburg High School. Darryl said that essays for this are being received and will be judged soon.

Member Comments

Bruce said that, at this point , the club would clear $5000-$6000 from the Golf Tournament. In the past we have cleared $10000.

Walt mentioned that the High School Senior Self-Improvement Award Breakfast will be May 4 at Gettysburg Senior High School Technical School. All members are welcome. Call Walt if interested.

Tom said that the STARS organization donated $100 to the club.

Submitted by Fred

Board of Directors Meeting

The Gettysburg Board of Directors met on March 24, 2017, 6:00pm at the Appalachian Brewing Co. A summary of the meeting follows:

Plans were discussed regarding the upcoming Golf Tournament on May 18 at the Links.

Procedures for changing the club to a 501C3 nonprofit status were reviewed. Everything should be completed by September 30.

The official communication language of the club will be by email.

Contributing to the cost of paying someone to maintain the flowers on the square was discussed. It was determined that this is no longer necessary.

There was a discussion about nomination of officers for next year.

Wayne Hill offered to have the July meeting at his house on July 26.

The various groups to which we contribute funds was discussed.

Submitted by Fred

The Gettysburg Optimist Club met on Wednesday, March 15 at the Refectory.

President Daryl Aurand opened the meeting with an invocation by Mark Cropp and Pledge of Allegiance. Daryl introduced our guests for the evening and then everyone proceeded to have a superb dinner supplied by Stacey Green and her staff.

After dinner President Aurand  introduced the coaches from the Youth Basketball Team and extended our appreciation for their dedication. Kris and Mindy Accardi said that the program has been very successful with about 120 kids participating from all backgrounds.

Daryl spoke about how many organizations in the community that we help to support such as STARS, Dollars for Scholars, and many more.   He said that we do all of this with a budget of about $30,000.

Daryl then introduced our speaker for the evening, Carla Pavlik, Interim Director of Meals and More. This is an organization whose goal is to provide a program for low-income kids that supplies a warm meal, opportunities for educational and spiritual growth, and a welcoming safe place to be.

Daryl  then presented Carla with a check for $2100 from the club.

Treasurer’s Report: Tom Barako reported on Activity Fund and General Fund. He said that not all of the Oyster Feed  money is in yet, but so far it amounts to surpassing our budgeted amount. Tom  asked if anyone knowing where the second key for the club PO Box might be to please let him know.

President’s  Report: Daryl thanked everyone for a very successful Oyster Feed. It was a terrific day with record turnout.

Golf Tournament- May 18  Plans are proceeding well. We still need more sponsors and players. Forms are available from Daryl.

Nonprofit Status- Sam said things are proceeding. Not much will happen until toward the summer.

Next Meeting- April 5  The Community Theater Group will present a program.

Comments: Sam mentioned that the ad in the Gettysburg paper for the Oyster Feed was excellent.

President Aurand closed the meeting at 8:05 pm with the recitation of the Optimist Creed.

Submitted by Fred

The Gettysburg Optimist Club will meet Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at 6:00pm in at the Refectory.

Our guest speaker will be Carla Pavlik of “Meals and More”.

We will also be recognizing the Optimist Youth Basketball coaches and all of our Optimist members who help with the program.

This promises to be a great meeting. So come join us for the meeting and a wonderful dinner.

The Optimist All U Can Eat Oyster and Shrimp Feed Fundraiser has arrived.  Join us Saturday, March 4 from 12-3 at the Gettysburg Fire Hall for a fun time with friends while raising money for youth in our local community.  100% of the proceeds stay in the area and support programs such as Reading is Fundamental, D.E.A.R., Six Grade Camp, an 8 week Basketball Program, Meals and More, Dollars for Scholars, Stars Program and many more. Limited tickets will be available at the door.  We look forward to seeing everyone!

The Gettysburg Optimist Club met on Wednesday, February 15, 2017 in the Refectory.

President Daryl Aurand called the meeting to order at 7:05pm with a Minute of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance. Everyone then proceeded to enjoy a great dinner provided by Stacey Green and staff.

President’s Report: Daryl circulated various thank you notes from organizations we support such as STARS, Boy Scouts, and Holiday Outreach. He mentioned that the scheduled speaker for the evening could not attend due to illness and will be rescheduled.

Treasurer’s Report: Tom Barako reported on funds. Tom said dues are coming in nicely and that the club is in solid financial shape.

Youth Basketball: Mindy reported that the program has two weeks left. She said that the program has been very successful.

Oyster Feed: March 14  Plans are proceeding well for the feed and everything should be ready.  Everyone is asked to bring a dessert. Bring it the night before the feed (3/3) if possible. All members are asked to come to the Gettysburg Fire House on March 3 at 6:00pm to help with the oyster padding and prepare for the feed. It would be helpful if members could notify Stacey or Wayne regarding how many tickets they have sold. This year Daryl is requesting that “PAID” be written on tickets that are sold.

Golf Tournament: May 18  We are looking for someone who would be willing run the Tournament. Please notify Daryl if interested. This year a Foursome is $300 and a sponsor is $500. A major sponsor is still needed – $1000. More information is on the website.

Soccer Parking – 5-27,28, 8/26,27- It still appears that we will not be doing the soccer parking this  year. Alternatives are being examined.

Change to 501c3 status: There was a discussion concerning changing the status  of the club to 501c3 non-profit. After thorough consideration Walt Jones moved to change the status of the club, seconded by Darlene Brown, to 501c3 status. This was approved by unanimous vote of the club. Bob Campbell volunteered to do the legal work involved. Tom Barako said that the address of the club should be his home address. It was recommended that the by-laws be amended to state that email is the official means of communication.

Member Comments

Darlene Brown mentioned that the Garden Club and Chamber of Commerce are looking for someone to do the flower watering of the plants on the square. She asked if the club could assist in the funding for this. Walt Jones made a motion, seconded by Fred Darling, that this matter be discussed at the next Board of Directors meeting. This was approved.

There is no meeting March 1.

President Aurand closed the meeting at 7:50 pm with recitation of  the Optimist Creed.

Submitted by Fred Darling