Newsletter – September 11, 2025
Guest Speaker Gary (“Nate”) Emmons (on right in above photo) came to today’s breakfast gathering at the request of Member John McNally, who was unable to attend, so Jeff Dennings introduced Nate. After walking away from a problematic home with what he could carry,...
William “Bill” R. Reaves Elected Governor of the Michigan District of Optimist International for 2026–2027
The West Flint Optimist Club and the Michigan District of Optimist International are proud to celebrate the election of William “Bill” R. Reaves as the Michigan District’s Governor for the 2026–2027 Optimist year, which runs from October 1, 2026,...
Newsletters
Newsletter – September 4, 2025
An enthusiastic group of fifteen members shared breakfast, stories, and celebrations in this morning’s gathering. Mic Goulet led the Pledge of Allegiance and Jack Proffitt said grace at President Cindy Sullivan’s behest and a series of announcements followed: Bill...
Newsletter – August 28, 2025
President Cindy Sullivan called the meeting to order, asked Greg Hilliker to lead the Pledge of Allegiance and Jack Proffitt to give the invocation. Fortified by a hearty breakfast that helped to prepare us all for the day, some of us assembled 5 beds at 2 locations...
Newsletter – August 21, 2025
With President Cindy Sullivan still on vacation and President-Elect Rich Lewis otherwise occupied, President Substitute and King Wannabe Jeff Dennings called today’s gathering to order with 13 members attending and our CANUSA friend Tony Sitko spoke to us (in more...
Community Events
Join Us at Flushing SummerFest 2025 – June 19–21!
he West Flint Optimist Club is excited to once again be part of Flushing SummerFest 2025, happening June 19–21 in downtown Flushing, Michigan! This beloved community celebration is more than just rides, music, and parades—it’s an opportunity to bring...
Stammtish and 60th Birthday Celebration
I’d love for you to join me in celebrating my 60th birthday! It’s a milestone worth marking, and what better way to do it than with great friends, good food, and a few laughs? 📍 Where: Vic’s Place (behind Ruggero’s Italian Restaurant)...
Building Community and Joy: The Success of the West Flint Optimist Club’s Stammtisch
The West Flint Optimist Club has always been dedicated to bringing people together and making a difference in the community. Over the past year, one initiative has stood out for its unique approach to fostering camaraderie and joy: the Stammtisch. Held every other...