WEST FLINT OPTIMIST CLUB NEWSLETTER – May 7, 2026
NEWSLETTER - May 7, 2026 A dozen of us shared breakfast, stories, laughter, and ideas today at Liberty. Jack Proffitt noted that our Club and Zone have been called on to provide a “basket” of items from our area to raffle off at the upcoming Michigan District...
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 – April 30, 2026
We had a relatively large group of 17 this morning (see photo above) for our 7:30 a.m. breakfast at Liberty, with vibrant and energetic discourse and discussions. President Rich Lewis strove to gain control over the direction of the meeting by requesting that Mic...
Newsletter – April 23, 2026
NEWSLETTER - April 23, 2026 A dozen members shared breakfast, discussion, and humor this morning at Liberty. Although Mindy Williams (from Whaley) was unable to come this morning as our guest speaker, she is planning to attend next week and confirmed the...
Newsletter – April 16, 2026
Fourteen members witnessed the installation of new member Tom Yeager by his sponsor (and new “King”) Matt Strnad and Club President Rich Lewis this morning (see photo above). Fines began immediately thereafter, with Mic Goulet noting that Tom had “been a member for 3...
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...