Help “Bring Out the Best in Kids” at the Annual Gettysburg Optimist Oyster and Shrimp Feed

The Annual Gettysburg Optimist Club Oyster and Shrimp Feed will soon be here! Gettysburg’s Premier Seafood event will take place this Saturday, February 28, 2015 between noon and 3 pm.

The popular event will be held at the Gettysburg Fire Hall located at 35 North Stratton Street, in Gettysburg.  The annual All U Can Eat Oyster & Shrimp Feed includes oysters (raw, steamed, stewed, and fried), steamed shrimp, ham, steak fries, beverages, and desserts for a donation of $35 per person!

“The Oyster & Shrimp Feed is an opportunity for the community to gather and support the youth in our community.  We have been hosting the Oyster & Shrimp Feed for over thirty years, allowing our organization to further the Optimist’s mission of “Bringing out the best in Kids” said Wayne Hill, Oyster & Shrimp Feed Chair, of the Optimist Club of Gettysburg.  “Fundraisers such as this one are essential to putting all of our plans into action,” Wayne continued.  “With this fundraiser, we hope to be able to bring more projects to the children of the community who need it most.”

Member preparation will begin Friday evening, February 27 at 6:00 pm. at the Fire Hall. The doors will open on Saturday, February 28, beginning at 11:00 am and continue through 3:00 pm. For questions on how you can volunteer to help the Optimist Club of Gettysburg or to purchase tickets for the 2015 Oyster & Shrimp Feed, please contact the club.  Tickets are going fast so order yours today!

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Gettysburg Optimist Meeting Minutes Feb. 18, 2015

Optimist Club of Gettysburg General Membership Meeting Minutes

Wednesday, February 18, 2015

Mama Ventura’s Restaurant

President Kris called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.

Grace – Delivered by President Kris, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance

Dinner – Was served to 14 members in attendance. Final diner meeting at Mama’s

Treasurers Report – Tom Barako reported that the General account stands at $1,855.61 and the Activities account balance is $8,088.87

Committee Reports –     Basketball Program is going very well and will resume on Saturday, February 21, after a break for President’s Day Weekend.

Christmas Magic Show- Doug Miller reported that this year’s event was very successful. Tom Barako reported that the final profit will exceed $4,000.00. This amount will be in excess of the budgeted $3400.00. A round of applause was given for a great job was given to Chairman Doug Miller and Treasurer, Tom Barako.

Golf Tournament –          Frank Negro reported that sponsors, door prizes and foursomes are coming in. He has been very active in visiting businesses from Hanover and Gettysburg. Members are encouraged to seek support from local businesses. Forms are on the website and can be printed from there by members. We will be having a banner made to display at the Oyster Feed along with copies of entry forms and marketing information. It was suggested that a separate table be set-up next to the Feed registration desk at the entrance.

Oyster Feed –                    The Oyster and Shrimp Feed will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at the Gettysburg Fire Hall. Members are asked to report to the Hall beginning at 9:00 am. Serving will begin at 11:00 am and end at 3:00pm. Lots of clean-up after the event so members should expect to stay until 5:00 pm or until everything is put back in order.

Preparations for the event will begin on Friday evening, February, 27 at 6:00 pm. Members are asked to report and be ready to shuck and pad. Barbecue pork sandwiches will be served. Desserts for the Feed can be brought by on Friday evening or Saturday morning.

Twenty-seven members from the York Optimist Club have reserved tickets on the website along with a number of others. Members are asked to email Chairman Wayne Hill early next week with their ticket sales numbers.

Old Business –                    None

New Business –                 The next regular membership meeting will be held on Wednesday, March, 4, 2015 at 6:30 pm. It will be the first meeting at our old/new location in the Refectory at the Lutheran Theological Seminary. This will continue to be our HOME for regular membership meetings until summer. Stacy Bigerstaff will be catering the meetings. YEAH!!!!

Comments –                       Mark Cropp announced the 2015 Face of America Ride will be held on April 25th and 26th. There will be 140 wounded veterans among the 600 support riders. They will be riding from the Pentagon in Washington D.C. to Frederick and Gettysburg, a distance of 112 miles. Members are welcome to volunteer to assist or come and welcome our Vets at the All Star Complex on Sunday at 12:00 noon.

Meeting adjourned –      7:45 pm

 

Recorded by Mark Cropp

 

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Optimist Basketball Returns This Saturday

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We are back on the court this Saturday from 9-1pm. We look forward to seeing everyone again!

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Reminder: No Basketball Practice 2/14/15

Due to the long holiday weekend there will be no Optimist Basketball on 2/14/15.  We return to the court 2/21/15.

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2015 Oyster and Shrimp Feed

 

Shuckers Tom Bare-Wayne Hill-Brent SmithEast coast supplies of shrimp and oysters will soon diminish as the time for Gettysburg’s most anticipated feast approaches.  The Annual Gettysburg Optimist Oyster and Shrimp Feed has been scheduled for Saturday, February 28, 2015 between noon and 3 pm.

This year the popular event is at the Gettysburg Fire Hall located at 35 North Stratton Street, in Gettysburg.  The annual All U Can Eat Oyster & Shrimp Feed includes oysters (raw, steamed, stewed, and fried), steamed shrimp, ham, steak fries, beverages, and desserts for a donation of $35 per person!

The Optimist Club of Gettysburg invites the local community to join us for the afternoon. Although we come from all walks of life, Optimist Club Members share in the goal to make a difference in the lives of others, especially youth in our region.  The Optimist Oyster & Shrimp Feed is one of several fund raising projects the local club conducts in order to support more than 19 youth related programs throughout the Gettysburg area.

“The Oyster & Shrimp Feed is an opportunity for the community to gather and support the youth in our community.  We have been hosting the Oyster & Shrimp Feed for over thirty years, allowing our organization to further the Optimist’s mission of “Bringing out the best in Kids” said Wayne Hill, Oyster & Shrimp Feed Chair, of the Optimist Club of Gettysburg.  “Fundraisers such as this one are essential to putting all of our plans into action,”  Wayne continued.  “With this fundraiser, we hope to be able to bring more projects to the children of the community who need it most.”

This is your opportunity to join the “Friends of Youth” in supporting programs including; Optimist Youth Basketball, Youth Appreciation, Respect for Law, Reading is Fundamental, S.T.A.R.S., GHS Outdoor Education, Adams County School for Musical Theater, Holiday Family Outreach, GHS Musical Ensemble, Dollars for Scholars, Food Kitchen Meals and More, GHS Football, The Gettysburg Arts Council and more.  We need the support of the Gettysburg community to continue a fifty six year tradition of providing these programs to our local youth!

Member preparation will begin Friday, February 27 at 6:00 pm.

For questions or to purchase tickets for the 2015 Oyster & Shrimp Feed, please contact the club.  Tickets are limited.  So order yours today!

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Optimist Basketball is Back this Weekend!

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After a week off, we will once again be practicing this Saturday at the Gettysburg Middle School gym.  The schedule is as follows:

9-10am K-3rd Boys

10-11am K-3rd Girls

11-12 4th-6th Boys

12-1 4th-6th Girls

Can’t wait to see everyone back on the court!!

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Optimist Meeting Reminder

The Optimist Club of Gettysburg meets Wednesday evening, February 4th, at 6:30PM, at Mama Ventura’s. Come early, enjoy!

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The Optimist Club of Gettysburg Fifth Annual Golf Tournament

The Fifth Annual Optimist Club of Gettysburg Golf Tournament will be held at the Links of Gettysburg on Thursday, May 21st, 2015. A scramble format will tee off at 1:00PM. Cost is $85 per player or $300 per foursome. Contests include longest drive, closest to pin, green of gold, putting contest, and a hole in one. Sun Motor Cars of Mechanicsburg will be providing a six month lease on a brand new Mercedes Benz for the hole in one contest winner. Dinner by Biggerstaff’s Catering along with wine, beer (Battlefield Brewery) and soft drinks are included in the purchase of a play.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Co-branded tournament event for $1000 includes a sign at check-in, on the first tee, and in the dining area, as well as the fee for a foursome. Tee/green sponsors for $500 includes one sign on a green or tee on the course and the fee for a foursome. All sponsorships include a free listing of the sponsor’s logo, and mention in the follow up press release.

Opt 2014 golf tournament pic

Net proceeds go to over a dozen Adams County Youth programs including Reading is Fundamental, Meals and More, Gettysburg High School STARS program, Holiday Family Outreach, Youth Basketball, Dollars for Scholars, Special Olympics, Little League, Boy Scouts, Adams County Arts Council, School of Music Theater, and more.

Be a part of our community youth support efforts and enjoy a round of golf on one of the area’s premier golf course, a great dinner and fellowship.

Click on the links below for information, sign up, and sponsorship opportunities!

 

Golf Ad 2015

Golf entry form 2015

Golf Sponsor 2015

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Optimist Youth Basketball still on!

The Optimist Club Youth Basketball program is still on for Saturday, January 24, 2015. Today’s session has not been cancelled. Reports indicate that most of the heavy stuff has passed our area and plows are already treating the roads.  Please drive carefully and give yourselves a little extra time traveling.  While we hope everyone can make, we understand that the weather may make it difficult for some people.

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Optimist Meeting Minutes 1-21-15

The Optimist Club of Gettysburg held a regular business meeting at Mamma Ventura’s on Wednesday, January 21st. We had two wonderful speakers enlighten our group.

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Guests: Ruth Topper joined us from STARS (Success Through Academic Recognition) for GAHS. She explained that this program has been running for more than 10 years. Each quarter teachers nominate students who are excelling or showing significant improvement in their studies. There is a Shining Star award for those at the top of the class. A Rising Star award is for those making great progress in their classes. The North Star award is for those whose achievements go above and beyond the normal standards. Families are invited to show their support at this quarterly breakfast. There are typically 75-100 awards dispersed. The next breakfast is scheduled for Wednesday, January 28th at 8 a.m.  The Optimist Club sent Ruth with a donation and we will be sponsoring the upcoming breakfast.

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Alex Hayes the Managing Editor of the Gettysburg Times was also present. He spoke of his journey to Gettysburg and the newspaper. As a teenager in his hometown of Shamokin, PA his first job must have been a sign of things to come because he was actually paperboy. Before making deliveries he would read the paper front to back. He later attended college at Lock Haven University where he studied journalism and mass media. He accepted a position as a reporter at the Gettysburg Times before he worked his way up to Night Editor followed by Managing Editor. Although printed media has experienced struggles over the last several years, the Gettysburg Times has maintained a strong presence in the community in large part due to their coverage of local Adams County news. They also offer news online through an E-subscription for those who don’t want to make the long trek down the driveway! As for the future, they plan to revamp the bimonthly Gettysburg Companion Magazine. Alex encourages members of the community to contact him via phone or email about local happenings.

 

President’s Report: Our thoughts are especially with several Optimist members this week. We wish Walt a speedy recovery from his recent surgery. We send our sympathies to Don and former member, Cliff for the recent passing of a loved one.

Treasurer’s Report: Please remember to turn in your dues to Tom or mail to the Optimist PO Box (PO Box 3035, Gettysburg, PA. 17325). Reminder that each meeting you attend at the restaurant requires a $5 payment to the club. After receiving all of our donations and paying all the bills in relation to the Magic Show it looks like we will clear $3900 which will do a lot for the local youth!

Basketball: We have had a great turn out this year. We have more than 130 participants. Members are encouraged to come out and assist in coaching or even just chat with the parents who stay to watch. The Saturday sessions run from 9am-1pm at the Gettysburg Area Middle School Gym. As long as the weather cooperates we will be handing out extra t-shirts and doing individual/team photographs this weekend. If practice is cancelled due to weather an announcement will be on our website/Facebook page and on 107.7 FM radio.

Oyster & Shrimp Feed: This great event is scheduled for Saturday, February, 28th at the Gettysburg Fire Hall. Prep work as usual will be Friday, February, 27th in the same location. There is another local Oyster Feed this same weekend so we really need to work on ticket sales now! The Club will be placing an advertisement for the feed in the Gettysburg Times 

Golf Tournament: This important fundraiser is scheduled for Thursday, May 21st at the Gettysburg Links. Bruce is at the helm again for this event. He is headed down south next week, so Frank and Daryl will be stepping up to assist. Bruce would like to be present via Skype for an upcoming Golf Committee Meeting. Details to follow. Please continue to work on getting sponsors and foursomes!

Member Kudos: Great job Darlene on your work thus far in acquiring several sponsors for the tournament, including PA Interfaith Group for the tournament co-sponsor!

Next Meeting: Wednesday, February, 4th at 6:30pm at Mamma Ventura’s.

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