The Gettysburg Optimist Club met on November 16, 2016 at the Refectory.
Bruce Bradshaw opened the meeting at 6:30pm with the Pledge of Allegiance and an invocation prayer. An outstanding dinner was served by Stacy Green and her staff.
After dinner Bruce proceeded to present two very informative videos. The first video dealt with childhood cancer and focused on a couple with a child who was a patient at the Childhood Cancer Treatment Center at Penn State Hershey. They were being assisted by the Four Diamonds program at the center. Four Diamonds provides direct support to about 600 children with cancer. The organization has been able to assist more than 3700 children and families since 1972.
The second video dealt with children who have autism. It featured a family who had a child with autism and how they worked with their daughter over several years. Eventually, as she grew older, her condition improved to the point where she reached the stage of “inner voice out” , improving dramatically.
Youth Basketball – Mindy and Kris reported that Youth Basketball sign-ups will be 12/3 and 12/10 , at Gettysburg Middle School 9-11.
Bell Ringers- The Salvation Army is looking for Christmas Bell Ringers. An email will be sent to everyone in order to determine who might be interested.
Magic Show- Doug reported that the show will be 12/9 , 7:00pm , at Lincoln Elementary. Tom reported that $ has already been received.
Secretary- Please note that February 11 is a Youth Basketball Day. Please add it to your calendars.
Treasurer’s Report- Tom Reported
Christmas Party- The annual Optimist Club Christmas Party will be Wednesday, December 14, 6:00pm at the Refectory.
Tom said that since our club has excellent financial condition. The charge for the dinner may be reduced to $20.00.
Members- Brian Skidmore thanked the club for the nice basket sent to him after his recent operation.
Bruce Bradshaw closed the meeting at 7:40pm with a recitation of the Optimist Creed.
Submitted by: Fred Darling
Holiday All Star Magic Show
UncategorizedThe 2017 Holiday All Star Magic Show will be held on Friday, December 9, 2016 at 6:30 pm in Lincoln Elementary School Cafeteria.
Children’s tickets are complimentary and are redeemable on the date of the performance at the admission entrance 30 minutes prior to show time. Seating is limited, and is on a first come, first serve basis. Coupons cannot be applied toward an adult ticket. Adult tickets will be available at the entrance for $6.00.
2017 Optimist Basketball Sign Ups
UncategorizedThe Optimist Club of Gettysburg has been sponsoring the youth basketball program for more than 40 years. The free program is open to all youth in grades 1st through 6th regardless of the level of individual talent.
Sign ups are scheduled for Saturday, December 10, 2016 from 9-11 am at the Gettysburg Area Middle School Cafeteria.
The season begins in January 2017 at the Gettysburg Area Middle School, Lefever Street in Gettysburg.
For more information, click here!
Holiday All Star Magic Show Fundraiser
UncategorizedThe 2017 Holiday All Star Magic Show will be held on Friday, December 9, 2016 at 6:30 pm in Lincoln Elementary School Cafeteria.
Children’s tickets are complimentary through donations made during phone solicitations and are redeemable on the date of the performance at the admission entrance 30 minutes prior to show time. Seating is limited, and is on a first come, first serve basis. Coupons cannot be applied toward an adult ticket. Adult tickets will be available at the entrance for $6.00. Thank you to all the donors who made this show possible!
2017 Youth Basketball Sign Ups
UncategorizedThe Optimist Club of Gettysburg has been sponsoring the youth basketball program for more than 40 years. The free program is open to all youth in grades 1st through 6th regardless of the level of individual talent.
Sign ups are scheduled for Saturday, December 03, 2016 and Saturday, December 10, 2016 from 9-11 am at the Gettysburg Area Middle School Cafeteria.
The season begins in January 2017 at the Gettysburg Area Middle School, Lefever Street in Gettysburg.
For more information, click here!
Happy Thanksgiving
Uncategorized2017 Basketball Sign Ups
UncategorizedBasketball Season is upon us, and Optimist Basketball is right around the corner! Sign-ups for the 2017 Basketball program will be held on Saturday, December 3, 2016, and Saturday, December 10, 2016, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Gettysburg Middle School cafeteria. The program is free and open to students grades 1 through 6. 2017 School Flyer
Hope to see you there!
Golf Tournament – Save the Date – May 18, 2017
UncategorizedIt’s never too early to start planning your golf team and locking up that scratch golfer that will help you win one of the first Scrambles of the year! This tourney will help support The Optimist Club’s support for programs such as Little League Baseball, Reading is Fundamental, Gettysburg S.T.A.R.S., Dollars for Scholars, Gettysburg High School Orchestra, Environmental Education, Gettysburg Community Theatre, Adams County Art Council and Meals and More. Be sure to mark your calendar for Thursday, 18 May, 2017 and check back for more details!
Gettysburg Optimist Club Meeting November 16 , 2016
UncategorizedThe Gettysburg Optimist Club met on November 16, 2016 at the Refectory.
Bruce Bradshaw opened the meeting at 6:30pm with the Pledge of Allegiance and an invocation prayer. An outstanding dinner was served by Stacy Green and her staff.
After dinner Bruce proceeded to present two very informative videos. The first video dealt with childhood cancer and focused on a couple with a child who was a patient at the Childhood Cancer Treatment Center at Penn State Hershey. They were being assisted by the Four Diamonds program at the center. Four Diamonds provides direct support to about 600 children with cancer. The organization has been able to assist more than 3700 children and families since 1972.
The second video dealt with children who have autism. It featured a family who had a child with autism and how they worked with their daughter over several years. Eventually, as she grew older, her condition improved to the point where she reached the stage of “inner voice out” , improving dramatically.
Youth Basketball – Mindy and Kris reported that Youth Basketball sign-ups will be 12/3 and 12/10 , at Gettysburg Middle School 9-11.
Bell Ringers- The Salvation Army is looking for Christmas Bell Ringers. An email will be sent to everyone in order to determine who might be interested.
Magic Show- Doug reported that the show will be 12/9 , 7:00pm , at Lincoln Elementary. Tom reported that $ has already been received.
Secretary- Please note that February 11 is a Youth Basketball Day. Please add it to your calendars.
Treasurer’s Report- Tom Reported
Christmas Party- The annual Optimist Club Christmas Party will be Wednesday, December 14, 6:00pm at the Refectory.
Tom said that since our club has excellent financial condition. The charge for the dinner may be reduced to $20.00.
Members- Brian Skidmore thanked the club for the nice basket sent to him after his recent operation.
Bruce Bradshaw closed the meeting at 7:40pm with a recitation of the Optimist Creed.
Submitted by: Fred Darling
November 16, 2016 Meeting
UncategorizedThe Gettysburg Optimist Club will meet Wednesday , November 16 , at the Refectory. Please join us for social time at 6:00pm and dinner at 6:30.
Bruce Bradshaw will be presenting a video about adult autism and childhood cancer and the 4 Diamonds support network for children’s cancer at Penn State Children’s Hospital at Hershey.
Reminder: There will be no club meetings in December. Next meeting will be Wednesday, January 4, at the Refectory.
The annual Gettysburg Optimist Club Christmas party will be Wednesday, December 14,6:00pm at the Refectory.
Dinner will be $25 per person.
2017 Oyster Feed – Save the Date
UncategorizedHelp “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 Friday March 4, 2017 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, March 3 at 6:00 pm. at the Fire Hall. The doors will open on Saturday, March 4, 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 2017 Oyster & Shrimp Feed, please contact the club.