Newsletter – October 9, 2025
Today is the first Optimist Club breakfast called to order under the authority of newly installed President Rich Lewis, seen above trying desperately to hold onto his gavel. (He has a better grip on this than on on his recollection of fines proposed this morning,...
26th Annual Interceding for Children Fundraiser Dinner
Dear Village, On behalf of Motherly Intercession, I am pleased to invite you to our 26th Annual Interceding for Children Fundraiser Dinner, The Heart of a Hero: Honoring Our Village Champions. Wednesday, November 12, 2025 – 5:00 pmGenesys Conference &...
Newsletters
Newsletter – October 2, 2025
After a 2-week hiatus, I can get back into the saddle and crank out another newsletter -sorry for delay! This morning’s breakfast gathering of 13 members had no formal speaker but we had a guest who agreed to talk with us - Brian Birchmeier (photo above), from Aero...
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...
Community Events
2025-2026 Installation Banquet
The West Flint Optimist Club invites members, family, friends, and community supporters to join us as we celebrate the close of a successful year and look forward to an exciting future!
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,...
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...