The club was welcomed back to a regular business meeting by President Craig Sweet.
He reported that the Annual All-star Magic Show on December 14th was a great success. A record number of members participated in the event along with more than 50 youth from the local community.
We also had one of our largest turnouts for the Annual Optimist Christmas Party. Everyone seemed to really enjoy themselves. We must give a special thank-you to Santa for stopping in! Marci Cropp was able to capture some great photos of the event. You can see them on our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/OptimistClubofGettysburg).
In response to our donation, the Boy Scouts placed a prominent Optimist logo on a program that they handed out during their recent event.
Preparation has begun for the Annual Oyster Feed. This year we will look to entice a larger audience by initiating the first, Oyster and Shrimp Feed. Due to the anticipated larger crowd, the plans are to move the event to the 1863 Inn of Gettysburg which is located on Baltimore St. We have a tentative date set for Saturday March 9, 2013. Further details will come at the next meeting.
The Golf Tournament is also fast approaching. If possible, we would like to have a meeting with the golf committee, or anyone interested in helping with the event after the next Optimist business meeting on Wednesday January 16th.
Treasurer’s report:
Our tax forms have been submitted.
Dues are being collected for the 2013 year. Tom sent out invoices to all members. Please respond to this message or Tom (tjbarako@gmail.com) if you did not receive his email.
IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENTS
Optimist Basketball will begin on Saturday January 12, 2012. Volunteers are encouraged to come out to assist with this great program regardless of your basketball prowess. For this first day, all participants will be playing at the Gettysburg Middle School gym. Boys in grades 1-6 will run from 9-10:15am. Girls in grades 1-6 will run from 10:30-11:45am. For the remaining dates the boys will stay in the middle school and the girls will move to the Lincoln Elementary gym.
Next meeting: Wednesday, January 16th at 6:30pm at the Deatrick Village community center – 56 Winding Drive, Gettysburg PA.
Optimist Youth Basketball Begins 2013 Program
UncategorizedThe Gettysburg Optimist Youth Basketball Program has been conducted annually for more than 25 years and is one of the 19 youth related programs supported by the Optimist Club of Gettysburg. The popular program will begin this Saturday, January 12, and continue through March 9. The boys activities will begin at 9:00 am and conclude at 10:45 with the girls program getting underway at 10:30 and will finish at 11:45 am. Both sessions will be held at the facilities located on the Middle School Campus of the Gettysburg Area School District.
Weekly Saturday morning sessions are scheduled for: January 12, January 19, January 26, February 2, February 9, February 23, March 2, and March 9th. There will be no sessions on Presidents Day Weekend in February. Parents who want to enroll their youngsters in this year’s Optimist of Gettysburg Youth Basketball Program may complete registration prior to the start of activities this Saturday morning. Participation is open to all Gettysburg area boys and girls between grades 1 through 6.
Optimist Club members and interested volunteers are welcomed and encouraged to attend each session.
Different Location for January 16 Meeting
UncategorizedThe Optimist Club of Gettysburg will be conducting their January 16, 2013 regular membership meeting at a different location. The move is necessary due to a scheduling conflict at the Lutheran Seminary Refectory. For this one evening the Club will meet at the Deatrick Village Community Center located at 56 Winding Drive in Gettysburg. Biggerstaff’s Catering will provide the meal and on February 6, the meetings will move back to the Refectory.
Young people representing Alex’s Lemonade Stand will be the feature presentation on January 16, the meeting will get underway at 6:30 pm.
Optimist Meeting Minutes 1/2/13
UncategorizedThe club was welcomed back to a regular business meeting by President Craig Sweet.
He reported that the Annual All-star Magic Show on December 14th was a great success. A record number of members participated in the event along with more than 50 youth from the local community.
We also had one of our largest turnouts for the Annual Optimist Christmas Party. Everyone seemed to really enjoy themselves. We must give a special thank-you to Santa for stopping in! Marci Cropp was able to capture some great photos of the event. You can see them on our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/OptimistClubofGettysburg).
In response to our donation, the Boy Scouts placed a prominent Optimist logo on a program that they handed out during their recent event.
Preparation has begun for the Annual Oyster Feed. This year we will look to entice a larger audience by initiating the first, Oyster and Shrimp Feed. Due to the anticipated larger crowd, the plans are to move the event to the 1863 Inn of Gettysburg which is located on Baltimore St. We have a tentative date set for Saturday March 9, 2013. Further details will come at the next meeting.
The Golf Tournament is also fast approaching. If possible, we would like to have a meeting with the golf committee, or anyone interested in helping with the event after the next Optimist business meeting on Wednesday January 16th.
Treasurer’s report:
Our tax forms have been submitted.
Dues are being collected for the 2013 year. Tom sent out invoices to all members. Please respond to this message or Tom (tjbarako@gmail.com) if you did not receive his email.
IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENTS
Optimist Basketball will begin on Saturday January 12, 2012. Volunteers are encouraged to come out to assist with this great program regardless of your basketball prowess. For this first day, all participants will be playing at the Gettysburg Middle School gym. Boys in grades 1-6 will run from 9-10:15am. Girls in grades 1-6 will run from 10:30-11:45am. For the remaining dates the boys will stay in the middle school and the girls will move to the Lincoln Elementary gym.
Next meeting: Wednesday, January 16th at 6:30pm at the Deatrick Village community center – 56 Winding Drive, Gettysburg PA.
It’s Back To The Business of Optimism
UncategorizedThe Optimist Club of Gettysburg will get back to the business of Optimism on Wednesday, January 2, at the clubs first meeting of the new year. The club will be wrapping up the final fund raising project of 2012 with a report on the Optimist Magic Show. Members have not met in a regular business meeting since November, having focused on the Optimist Family Holiday Party and the registration for the Clubs Youth Basketball Program in the month of December.
A busy winter season awaits Club members. The Optimist Youth Basketball Program begins at 9:00 am on Saturday, January 12. Chairman, Matt Sheads and his corps of supporters are planning for another successful year and, while early registration has come to a close, youngsters can still sign up for a season of fun filled Saturday mornings. Those who wish to join the others may still register via the Optimist Club website at http://gettysburgoptimist.org, click on “News” and select the 2013 Optimist Youth Basketball page to reveal the registration form and project information. Completed forms can be returned via email on the website contact page or delivered on the first day of the event.
The Optimist Annual Oyster and Shrimp Feed will be a topic of discussion at this week’s meeting. The Project Chairman, Wayne Hill, is making final arrangements for this popular, long running project. He and Stacey Green will be looking for members ideas and suggestions on the details of the project. Some significant changes and improvements are on the horizon for 2013, so don’t miss this opportunity to advance your Optimistic opinion.
President Craig is putting together a busy meeting schedule for the club and is looking for the support of all members as he continues with his administrative year of Optimist serving the youth of Gettysburg. The meeting will be held at the Lutheran Theological Seminary Refectory on Wednesday, January 2, beginning at 6:30 pm. The meal will be prepared by Biggerstaff’s Catering.
Come on out and join us in serving our community as “Friends of Youth”.
Gettysburg Optimist Youth Basketball Registration
UncategorizedThe final registration for the 2013 year Gettysburg Optimist Youth Basketball Program will be held on Saturday, December 15th at the Gettysburg Middle School Cafeteria from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. All Gettysburg area youth in grades 1-6 are invited to participate free of charge.
If you are unable to attend the final public registration but your child is interested in participating, complete the Optimist Hoops Registration form here and email the completed form to us at gettysburgoptimist@gettysburgoptimist.com.
The Gettysburg Optimist Youth Basketball Program has been conducted annually for more than 25 years and is one of the 19 youth related programs supported by the Optimist Club of Gettysburg. The popular program will begin in January 2013 and run on Saturday mornings through March. Sessions are scheduled for:
There will be no sessions on Presidents Day Weekend in February
Register your youth today and come on out and enjoy the fun!
It’s time for the All Star Magic Show!
UncategorizedThe Optimist Club of Gettysburg is hosting the Annual All Star Magic Show to be held on December 14, 2012 at 7:00 pm at the Lincoln Elementary School. The local “Friends of Youth” have sponsored the entertainment each December for more than 20 years and look forward to the show again this year! Come out and Enjoy the show!
Gettysburg Optimist Holiday Party!
UncategorizedThe Annual Gettysburg Optimist Family Christmas Party will be held at the Refectory on Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 6pm. Cocktails/Hors d’ oeuvres followed by dinner beginning at 6:30pm. Members, their families and guest are are invited to attend by contacting Stacey Green at staceygreen1215@yahoo.com.
The cost is $10 for Optimist members and each of their guests. Children under 12 are free. Remember to bring a small gift (under $10) with a child’s name so that Santa can give them the present!
Optimist Youth Basketball Program Signups
UncategorizedReminder: The first registration for the 2013 year Gettysburg Optimist Youth Basketball Program will be held on Saturday, December 8th at the Gettysburg Middle School Cafeteria from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Youth in grades 1-6 are invited to participate free of charge. We hope to see you there!
Optimist Meeting Minutes 11-28-12
UncategorizedPresident Report:
-The next zone meeting will take place on Monday, December 10th in York at Alexander’s restaurant. It will be $15 per person. Craig will be attending; anyone else is welcome to join him.
-There will not be a regular business meeting for the month of December.
Secretary Report:
-The Optimist will not be joining this year’s Holiday Parade. However, we will keep the Halloween Parade in mind for next year.
-Wayne will be looking into pricing for oysters/shrimp. A date is TBD.
Treasurer Report:
-Despite consideration, it was decided not to invest in the Powerball
-The Optimist Magic Show appears to be exceeding expectations for donations already!
-We have two sponsors confirmed so far for the Optimist Golf tournament. Please continue to seek out local businesses for support.
Upcoming Events:
-Optimist Hoops registration will take place on Saturday, December 8th and 15th from 9-11am in the Gettysburg Middle School gym.
-Optimist Christmas Party is set for Wednesday, December 12, 2012. Mingling and appetizers to begin at 6pm with dinner set for 6:30pm. Prime rib, crab imperial, and chicken tenders (for our young guests) will be on the menu. Please RSVP Stacey at staceygreen1215@yahoo.com if you plan on coming. Santa will be stopping in, so if you are bringing a child as a guest please remember a small gift with their name on it. Feel free to bring a bottle of wine to share with your fellow Optimists.
-The annual Optimist Magic Show will take place on Friday, December 14th at 7pm at the Lincoln elementary school.
Meeting Reminder: Wednesday November 28, 2012.
UncategorizedThe next Optimist business meeting will take place on Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at 6:30pm at the Refectory.
Important topics for discussion include: Gettysburg Holiday Parade, Optimist Christmas Party, and the Optimist Magic Show.