WEST FLINT OPTIMIST CLUB Newsletter – August 13, 2026
Jerry Preston came to talk about the Flint Township name change possibility, with some pros & cons discussed and a clear prospect of “Oak Hills” as the new name - because of its uniqueness, strong “brand” positivity, and absence of negative concomitants (tax...
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 – August 6, 2026
We had 17 members in attendance this morning, and Matt Strnad brought in his eldest son, Christopher, as a guest (and compensation for a trip to the dentist!). Steve Schlott reminded us that CANUSA Games will be having their closing breakfast this Sunday at 9:00...
Newsletter – July 30, 2026
In the absence of a designated guest speaker this morning, a “Pretender to the Throne” took over the Royal Crown of “King” Matt Strnad and kept us all entertained: Matt’s son, Jonathan (seen with Matt in the above photo) is on his way to Pelotonia in Columbus, Ohio....
Newsletter – July 23, 2026
Lisa Humphrey came to speak with us today in her role as President/CEO of Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Flint & Genesee County at the request of our own Club Member (and BBBS Board Member) Matt Strnad, shown in photo above along with Lisa and our Club President Rich...
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...